by Craig J. Della Valle, MD; Ryan M. Nunley, MD; Robert L. Barrack, MD Abstract With the recent approval of 2 metal-on-metal hip resurfacing devices in the United States, hip resurfacing is being performed more commonly. As with most orthopedic procedures, appropriate indications are the key to successful outcomes and …
In 15–20% of cases of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the disease is accompanied by the development of inflammation of the choroid, which can result in complete loss of vision. In addition to uveitis, ophthalmopathy in such patients often occurs in the form of scleritis, keratitis, cataracts, glaucoma and conjunctivitis. Scleritis occurs …
Arthrex Inc., of Naples Fla., has recently acquired iBalance Medical of Boulder, Colo., and will begin worldwide marketing of the iBalance HTO System, according to a press release. The iBalance system, designed for proximal tibial opening wedge osteotomy, uses a unique implant placed within the tibia to align the osteotomy …
by Charles Sorbie, MB, ChB, FRCS(E), FRCS(C) We have been aware of the clinical work and innovation of Roman Army surgeons if only by the example of immediate fitting of pylons on leg amputation stumps, to get soldiers back to the battlefields, without delay. The innovative brand of Army surgeons …
Abstract Wear, instability, leg length, and muscle recovery are the major obstacles in total hip arthroplasty (THA). The direct anterior approach with fluoroscopic assistance has been proposed to address all four of these issues. The goal of this study was to assess the learning curve, safety, and accuracy of direct …
by Charles Sorbie, MB, ChB, FRCS(E), FRCS(C) High cholesterol’s deadly risk to the heart makes it worth putting up with aching muscles for the effects of statin therapy. Myalgia affecting one or several muscle groups occurs in 5% to 10% of patients taking statins to lower their cholesterol. Statins (3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl …