Results Regression models revealed that short and long spinal fusions were associated
with increased odds for hip dislocation, with associated odds ratios (ORs) of 2.2 (95% CI, 1.4-3.6…

Background: The recommended timing of surgical intervention for vertebral osteomyelitis (VO)
is controversial; however, most studies are not sufficiently powered. Our goal was to …

As indications for total hip arthroplasty (THA) have expanded, the incidence of THA has
increased among younger patients, who live longer and tend to place more strain on implants …

Total hip and knee arthroplasties may be associated with a significant amount of perioperative
blood loss. The severity of blood loss may be great enough to require the use of blood …

Background Limb lengthening with external fixation is performed to treat patients with leg
length discrepancy or short stature. Although the procedure has a high rate of success, one …

Background The purpose of this study was to compare adult reconstruction abstracts
presented at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the American …

Introduction: Parkinson’s disease (PD) patients experience chronic pain related to
osteoarthritis at comparable rates to the general population. While total hip arthroplasty (THA) …

Background: Numerous suturing techniques have been described to treat Achilles tendon
ruptures. No prior studies have evaluated frayed tendon ends on construct strength and …

Quadriceps tendon ruptures are rare complications of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and may
be associated with preexisting tendon degeneration, vascular injuries during surgery, …

Prior studies have not found significant differences in meniscal parameters between patients
with meniscal and ligamentous injury and those without. The purpose of this study was to …