Osteochondritis Dissecans: History, Pathophysiology and Current Treatment Concepts
Osteochondritis dissecans is a lesion of bone and articular cartilage that alters the smooth integration of motion and force. This study discusses the history, pathophysiology and current treatments of osteochondritis dissecans in the knee.
Closed Treatment of Subtrochanteric Fractures of the Femur in a Modified Cast-Brace
This study analyzed a series of fifteen consecutive subtrochanteric fractures treated in a long quadrilateral cast-brace with a pelvic band. Treatment with preliminary traction followed by an ambulatory cast-brace with a pelvic band resulted in a shorter period of treatment, an excellent range of motion of the hip and knee, and no non-unioins in the fifteen comminuted or open fractures.
Necrosis and Gangrene as a Complication of Coumarin Therapy
Necrosis of the skin and soft tissue typically affects obese, middle aged women on the third to fifth day of coumarin therapy, but in rare cases it can affect active men. This case report analyzes the affect of necrosis by measuring the pain, erythema, and ecchymoses of the skin to the formation of large hemorrhagic bullae with frank necrosis.
Knee Ligament Injuries in Children
Ligament injuries in the knee is uncommon in children under fourteen, due to the greater resiliency and strength of the ligaments. Nine children who had open physes and ligament injuries of the knee where studied. These children were studied pre and post-operatively.
Staphylococcal Septicemia in an Athlete
Although skin infections are common among athletes, there has been no prior reporting on the subsequent development of septicemia. This study reports a case of staphylococcal septicemia that occurred in a college football player. The study outlines the etiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and treatment.
