Ortho Oracle - orthopaedic operative atlas

Subclavian Vein Approach

– See: subclavian artery and internal jugular approach – Anatomy:     – subclavian vein, which in the adult is approximately  3-4 cm long and 1-2 cm in diameter, begins as a continuation of the            axillary vein at the lateral border of the first rib, crosses over the first rib, and passes in front of the … Read more

Subacromial Bursa

Discussion (see also: subacromial bursectomy) subacromial bursa is large synovial membrane which is adherent to undersurface of coracoacromial ligament, acromion, & delltoid laterally, an is adherent to rotator cuff & greater tuberosity; it envelops proximal humerus, & facilitates gliding of proxiaml humerus under coracoacromial arch References Synovial osteochondromatosis in the subacromial bursa. Subacromial/subdeltoid bursa abscesses. An overlooked diagnosis.

STSG Surgical Technique

– Examine Recipient Site:       – review the reconstructive latter and the requirements for coverage             – STSG cannot be placed over bare tendon or bone, and neither can be placed over exposed vessels or nerves;       – determine optimal time for grafting;       … Read more

Sub Talar Dislocation

– See: Sub-Talar Joint – Discussion:     – involves dislocation of distal articulations of talus at both talocalcaneal & talonavicular joints;     – ankle joint is undisturbed;     – distinguish between medial and lateral subtalar dislocation;           – method of reduction is different w/ each type     … Read more

Stress Fractures

– Discussion:     – occur as the result of repetitive loading below yeild strength & are most common in lower extremity (metatarsals > calcaneus > tibia);      – Matheson, et al.: 370 athletes with stress fractures tibia (49.1%), tarsals (25.3%), metatarsals (8.8%) and bilateral stress fractures in 16.6% of cases;     – focal structural … Read more

Stress Fractures of Femoral Neck

– Discussion:     – stress frx of femoral neck are relatively uncommon injuries, with most reports involving military recruits & athletes who are subjected to increased physical demands;     – like most stress frx, women are most often affected and it is important to inquire about amenorrhea and occult eating disorders;     … Read more

Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus – Allograft Repair

Co-Authors:  Milford H. Marchant Jr., M.D.; Mark E. Easley, M.D.; James A. Nunley II., M.D. Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus Review Etiology – Primary Causes – Trauma – Ischemic Necrosis – Embolic phenomenon – Ossification Defects – Predisposing Factors – Endocrine Disorders – Peripheral vascular disease – Genetic Predisposition? – 10-25% Bilateral Lesions Evaluation – … Read more