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Open AccessComparison of needle and conventional arthroscopy for visualisation of predefined anatomical structures of the knee joint: a feasibility study in human cadavers and patients
In terms of the optics used for Knee arthroscopy, a large number of different endoscopes are currently available. However, the use of the 30° optics in knee arthroscopy has been established as the standard pro...
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Erratum zu: Pseudoaneurysma nach Arthroskopie des oberen Sprunggelenks
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Open AccessAnatomic repair and ligament bracing as an alternative treatment option for acute combined PCL injuries involving the posteromedial or posterolateral corner—results of a multicentre study
Combined PCL injuries involving the posteromedial/-lateral corner (PMC/PLC) usually require surgical management. Literature shows controversy regarding the standards of treatment. Suture-augmented repair leads...
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Open AccessA comparison between a maximum care university hospital and an outpatient clinic – potential for optimization in arthroscopic workflows?
Due to the growing economic pressure, there is an increasing interest in the optimization of operational processes within surgical operating rooms (ORs). Surgical departments are frequently dealing with limite...
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Open Access3D-printing of the elbow in complex posttraumatic elbow-stiffness for preoperative planning, surgery-simulation and postoperative control
Restoration of mobility of the elbow after post-traumatic elbow stiffening due to osteophytes is often a problem.
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Open AccessAssessment of micromotion at the bone-bone interface after coracoid and scapular-spine bone-block augmentation for the reconstruction of critical anterior glenoid bone loss—a biomechanical cadaver study
Glenoid bone loss is among the most important risk factors for recurrent anterior shoulder instability, and a bony reconstruction is recommended in cases of critical bone loss (> 15%). The commonly used surgic...
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Pseudoaneurysma nach Arthroskopie des oberen Sprunggelenks
Die Arthroskopie des Sprunggelenks gehört aufgrund der Anatomie zu den komplizierteren arthroskopischen Eingriffen. Pseudoaneurysmata sind dabei seltene, aber potenziell gefährliche Komplikationen, von denen i...
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Open AccessKombinierte intrapulmonale/intramediastinale K-Draht-Lage nach K-Draht-Osteosynthese an der Clavicula
Laterale Clavicula-Frakturen können abhängig von der Klassifikation sowohl konservativ oder operativ behandelt werden. Für die operative Versorgung sind verschiedene Operationstechniken beschrieben. Die Wahl e...
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Open AccessDoes the orientation of syndesmosis fixative device affect the immediate reduction of the distal tibiofibular joint?
Incongruent stabilization of the distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) results in poorer long-term outcome in malleolar fractures. The aim was to analyze whether the orientation of the syndesmotic stabilizat...
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Open AccessComorbidities, substance abuse, weight and age are independent risk factors for postoperative complications following operation for proximal humerus fractures: a retrospective analysis of 1109 patients
This study aimed to investigate the influence of epidemiologic parameters on complications that needed operative revision of operatively treated proximal humerus fractures.
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Open AccessSupraspinatus tendon reconstruction using open infraspinatus tendon shift and autologous biceps tendon interposition grafts
Inferior tendon quality, wide retraction, and tendon stumps that cannot be mobilized define the limits of what is technically feasible for open and arthroscopic rotator cuff reconstruction. The aim of this stu...
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Open AccessEffect of weightbearing and foot positioning on 3D distal tibiofibular joint parameters
The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of different loading scenarios and foot positions on the configuration of the distal tibiofibular joint (DTFJ). Fourteen paired human cadaveric lower legs we...
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Open AccessDie Videosprechstunde in einer unfallchirurgisch/orthopädischen Spezialsprechstunde
Im Rahmen der Kontaktbeschränkungen aufgrund der COVID-19-Pandemie vom März 2020 wurde zur Aufrechterhaltung der Patientenversorgung eine videobasierte Sprechstunde eingeführt. Als Basis einer kontaktminimiere...
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Open AccessThe effect of Covid-19 on the willingness to use video consultations among orthopedic and trauma outpatients: a multi-center survey in 1400 outpatients
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, making more use of remote medical solutions has been advertised. The purpose of this study was to assess the willingness of orthopedic trauma patients to conduct an online video c...
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Open AccessAnatomical versus non-anatomical configuration of double coraco-clavicular tunnel technique in acromioclavicular joint reconstruction
Horizontal instability is a common problem after acromioclavicular joint injuries. The aim of this study was to evaluate if there is a difference regarding horizontal stability between an anatomical and a non-...
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Open AccessOnline consultation in an orthopedic trauma surgery outpatient clinic: is there a learning curve?
In the context of the German contact restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic of March 2020, an online-based consultation system was established in our university orthopedic outpatient department to maintain ...
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Open AccessIntraoperative hyperspectral imaging (HSI) as a new diagnostic tool for the detection of cartilage degeneration
To investigate, whether hyperspectral imaging (HSI) is able to reliably differentiate between healthy and damaged cartilage tissue. A prospective diagnostic study was performed including 21 patients undergoing...
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Open AccessSuture button versus syndesmotic screw in ankle fractures - evaluation with 3D imaging-based measurements
Inadequate reduction of syndesmotic injuries can result in disabling clinical outcomes. The aim of the study was to compare syndesmosis congruity after fixation by syndesmotic screws (SYS) or a suture button s...
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Open AccessAnalysis of left ventricular rotational deformation by 2D speckle tracking echocardiography: a feasibility study in athletes
2D speckle tracking echocardiography (2DSTE) is established to analyse left ventricular (LV) longitudinal function. The analysis of LV rotational deformation is challenging and requires standardization of imag...
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Open AccessClinical outcomes of arthroscopic and navigation-assisted two tunnel technique for coracoclavicular ligament augmentation of acute acromioclavicular joint dislocations
The purpose of this study was to present a navigated image-free augmentation technique for the acromioclavicular joint (ACJ) and coracoclavicular (CC) ligaments and to report the clinical and radiological outc...
