– Discussion: – see shoulder replacement discussion (total shoulder vs hemiarthroplasty vs reverse arthroplasty) – the indications for total shoulder arthroplasty (versus hemiarthroplasty) are controversial; – there is some controversy regarding pain relief and component survivorship; – Gartsman GM, et al (2000), the authors compared hemiarthroplasty (24 … Read more
– origin: lateral head: superior 1/2 of post. lat. surface of humerus; long head: infraglenoid tuberosity of scapula; medial head: – inferior 2/3 on posterior surface of the humerus, beginning at the spiral … Read more
– See: – see quadrangular space – Formed by Borders of: -Teres Major -Teres Minor – Long Head of triceps – scapular circumflex artery travels posteriorly thru trinagular space
– Discussion: – trapezius and serratius anterior stabilize scapular base from which the arm operates; – trapezius, which arises from spinous processes of cervical and thoracic vertebrae & inserts on spine of scapula and acromion, is innervated by spinal accessory nerve and branches from third … Read more
(see also: – Trauma Workup; Open Frx; Frx Healing; AO Foundation; ON FRACTURES by Hippocrates.) Acetabular Fracture Ankle Fractures Barton’s Fracture: Dorsal Barton’s Fracture Volar Barton’s Fracture Bennet’s Fracture Both Bone Forearm Frx Boxer’s Frx Burst Fractures (of spine) Calcaneus, Frx Capitulum Fractures Chauffeur’s Fracture Chance Fracture Clavicle Fracture Colles Fracture Compression Frx (Spinal) Condylar … Read more
– Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – ACLS – Iowa Family Practice Handbook – AHCPR Guidelines – eMedicine Online Text – Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) – Assessment of Perfusion/Shock: damage control orthopaedics – blood pressure (systolic), heart rate, urine output (30 mL/hr) body temperature; – labs: … Read more
I. Combat/Disaster Injuries II. Battlefield/Austere Environment Trauma Systems III. Extremity Soft Tissue Care and Amputation in an Austere Environment – ATLS Assessment: (General Approach to Trauma) – ref: Evolution and Development of the Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Protocol: A Historical Perspective – airway protection: – anesthesia menu: virtual anesthesia textbook / intubation menu – anesthesia consideration for … Read more
– See: – Obstetrical Paralysis – Shoulder in brachial plexus injuries: – Discussion: – nonbirth-related Brachial Plexus injuries in children are rare; – as result, very little has been written about this topic; – over 50% have assoc head injuries consistent with high-energy … Read more
– Evaluation of Muscle: – about 5% of shoulders that have had an anterior dislocation will sustain a irrepairable injury to the subscapularis, which will contribute to further instability; – in this case, a pectoralis transfer would be indicated; – Preparation: – identify the anterior humeral circumflex … Read more
– Discussion: – upper trunk brachial plexus injuries are common football tackling injuries, which may be refered to as “stingers;”; – named for temporary sensation that radiates from the shoulder to the hand; – most often involves C5 and C6 nerve roots, which make up the upper trunk of the brachial plexus … Read more