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The aim of this study is to determine the predictors for reulceration, reamputation and mortality in patients with diabetes following toe amputation, and the impact of activities of daily living on clinical outcomes. This prospective cohort study included 245 patients who had undergone toe amputation (202 healing and 43 non̴.. Read More
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Objective: Identifying the role of psychological issues such as fear on function, in various orthopedic conditions, can help improve the rehabilitation process, especially in chronic recurrent injuries such as chronic ankle instability (CAI). Therefore we designed this study to identify fear measures capable of explaining clinic.. Read More
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Cigarette smoking is well known to increase the risk of peripheral arterial disease (PAD). Whether current smoking has additional effects upon healing or amputation risk after a foot ulcer is present is unclear. Aim: We reviewed the literature to evaluate associations between tobacco smoking and the effects on healing of foot u.. Read More
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Introduction: Early recognition and management of risk factors for amputations and the opportune solution of them may prevent this dramatic outcome, especially the major level of amputation. The present study was assumed to identify and quantify the risk factors for lower extremity amputation in diabetic patients with neuropathi.. Read More
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Introduction: The mechanism of injury and the prognosis of dis-placed, extra-articular fractures of the distal tibia is different to that for Pilon fractures, though ideal form of fixation for displaced, extra-articular fractures of the distal tibia remains controversial. In the many tertiary care centres, open reduction and int.. Read More
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Fifth metatarsophalangeal joint dislocation is a rare injury. A young person presented with 2 weeks old dislocation of fifth metarsophalangeal joint which was irreducible by closed methods. Open reduction was performed which resulted in good functional outcome at 3 months... Read More
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Intraosseous Dermoid Cyst of the Proximal Phalanx of a Little Toe: A Case Report
Dermoid cysts are rare benign lesions which are seldom found intraosseous. We describe the case of a 56-y.o. male diabetic with an abscess formation on the dorsum of the foot, between MT4 and MT5 with suspected osteomyelitis of the adjacent phalanx. Surgery for excision of the abscess and amputation of the little toe was perform.. Read More
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Aim: The purpose of this study was to identify radiographic risk factors for loss of correction (LOC) after hallux valgus surgery and to weight their importance for LOC. Patients and Methods: We retrospectively assessed radiographs of 1082 consecutive chevron osteotomy cases in regard to early LOC from initially postoperative t.. Read More
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Simple bone cysts (SBCs) are benign cavitary lesions which most commonly affect adolescent males in the first two decades of life. They are mainly asymptomatic, but can manifest with pain or pathological fractures. A 16-year old girl presented with an 8-day history of pain and swelling over the right calcaneal region. On local e.. Read More
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Foot and Ankle Archeries Complexity
The presence of high rocky feet in modern society is the result of natural selection of long-distance running. On the other hand, the old trait of unripe feet on our great baboon relatives has been preserved because of their preference to hold tree branches as part of their arboreal life. The distinction between baboon feet and .. Read More
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Plantar fasciitis (PF) is the most common musculoskeletal disorder of the foot and has significant impact on quality-of-life. The vast majority of cases respond to conservative treatment, which includes wearing supportive shoes. Highly cushioned, maximalist athletic shoes are thought to reduce stress and strain of impact forces .. Read More
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Compartment syndrome of the foot is an extremely rare complication following ankle open reduction and fixation (ORIF). The first clinical manifestations following compartment syndrome include pain out of proportion and on passive stretch. We present a rare case of compartment syndrome following ankle ORIF using general anesthesi.. Read More
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Arthroscopic Ankle Arthrodesis: The New Gold Standard in Ankle Fusions
Background: Despite recent advances in ankle arthroplasty, ankle arthrodesis is still considered to be the gold standard treatment for end-stage ankle arthrosis. Recent progress in arthroscopic techniques has led to equivalent fusion rates and patient reported outcome measures when compared to open techniques - traditionally the.. Read More
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Endoscopic Liberation of the Tibial Nerve and FHL Tendon after Posteromedial Fracture of the Talus
Fractures of the medial tubercle of the posterior process of the Talus is a rare injury that is often misdiagnosed and mistreated. The location of the medial tubercle next to the posteromedial ankle makes the anatomical structures of this region susceptible to injury if the fracture does not heal properly. In cases that a chroni.. Read More
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Occult Talar Fractures in Young Athletes: Case Report and Literature Review
Talar fractures are uncommon injuries that are often misdiagnosed as usual ankle sprains. The diagnosis could be challenging only with a plain radiography and the computerized tomography scan could be the first exam reaching it. The consequences of a missed diagnosis are increased risk of persistent pain, non-union and degenerat.. Read More
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Stage II/A Flatfoot Correction Using Triple Combination
Background: To The aim of this study is to assess the correction of adult Stage II/A flexible flatfoot deformity using a combination of gastrocnemius aponeurosis lengthening, arthroereisis and percutaneous medializing calcaneal osteotomy. Methods: From 2014 to 2018, data were collected on 35 feet over 31 patients, with 4 bilate.. Read More
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Diabetic Foot Ulcers (DFUs) are one of the main reasons for diabetes-related hospitalizations, all the while creating an economic burden on the healthcare system and considerably impairing quality of life. In cases where a wound fails to decrease in size by 50% within 4 weeks with standard-of-care, it may be appropriate to initi.. Read More
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Connecting the Calf Muscle to the Heel Bone: Achilles Tendon
The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone (calcaneus) which is also known to be calcaneal tendon. The largest and the strongest tendon in the human body is said to be Achilles tendon which gets pulled due to any muscles flexing of the calf muscles. The movements such as walking, jumping and running occur due.. Read More
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Clawing Nature of the Foot Toe
Claw toes, because the name implies, are toes bent into an abnormal claw like shape. The condition usually happens to the four smaller toes of your foot and it’s the center and end joints (the joints furthest far away from your ankle) that buckle. Ulcers may develop in diabetic patients due to decreased foot sensitivity. &.. Read More
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Assessment of Efficacy of Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty in Single Sitting
Background: A large number of patients with severe end-stage degenerative joint disease have symptomatic bilateral knee joint affliction, necessitating bilateral knee joint replacement. Aim: To assess clinical and functional efficacy of bilateral total knee arthroplasty in single sitting. Material and methods: This ambispectiv.. Read More
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