Data Trace Editor – Recommended Position of Ankle Fusion: – it is essential to position forefoot perpendicular to long axis of tibia; – if minimal resection of the joint surfaces is carried out (to minimize shortening), then it will often be necessary to lengthen the heel cord in order to obtain the optimal position; … Read more
– hand washing: – On Washing Hands – Images in clinical medicine. The hands give it away. – antibiotics: – prophylactic antibiotics : local antibiotic delivery – skin prep agents – Rush Betadine Lavage Protocol: – preparation of solution: – scrub nurse draws up 17.5cc of 10% povidone-iodine with … Read more
– see distal radius fracture menu (volar Barton’s frx) – orif of distal radius fractures – Surgical Approach: – standard volar approach: – most indicated for simple extra articular fractures and when there is absence of ulnar comminution / displacement: – incision starts at thenar crease of palm, curves toward middle of forearm, w/ … Read more
– Technique: – stratedgy involves, performing articular surface reduction, and then to secure proximal portion to tibial metaphysis w/ use of lateral butress plate along w/ possible use of medially applied external fixation; – application of lateral plate takes advantage of the better soft tissue envelop on the lateral side of … Read more
– Discussion: – main indication for operative Rx is failure of closed Rx: – when closed reduction requires forced, abnormal positioning of foot (forced plantar flexion and inversion); – when displaced or unstable fractures of either or both malleoli result in displacement of talus or widening of mortise greater than 1 to 2 mm; – Indications for Treatment: … Read more
– Treatment Options: – percutaneous pinning w/ 1.6 mm or 2.00 m K wires in small fragments; – ref: Complications of smooth pin fixation of fractures and dislocations in the hand … Read more
– Surgical Approaches: – if operative treatment has been selected, it is essential that a near anatomic reduction be obtained; – malunion may lead to reduction is subtalar motion and eventual arthrosis; – its essential to avoid varus and dorsal angulation; – the area of … Read more
this is a test . the word finger should origin: hamulus of the hamate bone and flexor retinaculum; insertion: entire length of ulnar border of 5th metacarpal; action: flexes and slightly rotates the 5th metacarpal; helps to cup the palm of the hand; synergists: flexor digiti minimi brevis, abductor digiti minimi; nerve … Read more
– See: – Maisonneuve Fracture – Surgical Approaches for Lateral Malleolar Fracture: – Anterolateral Approach – Posterolateral Approach – Weber A Lateral Malleolar Frx – Weber B Lateral Malleolar Frx – Weber C: Lateral Malleolus – Discussion: – malposition of lateral malleolus w/ tilting or shortening, will lead to distorted talotibial wt bearing and lead … Read more
– See: – Nail Placement and Depth – Cannulated Screws