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VIDEO: Frank recaps Arthroscopy Association of North America Annual Meeting
BOSTON — In this video, Rachel M. Frank, MD, discussed highlights of the Arthroscopy Association of North America Annual Meeting.
PRP may offer longer-term improvements, pain relief vs. corticosteroids for tennis elbow
While both corticosteroids and platelet-rich plasma may be effective treatments for patients with lateral epicondylitis, or tennis elbow, PRP may offer longer-term functional improvements and pain relief, according to published results.
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Surgical management may be effective for thoracic outlet syndrome in baseball players
Results showed professional baseball players who underwent surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome had high rates of return to play at the same or higher level, with no performance drop-off for pitchers who underwent surgery vs. controls.
BLOG: Put first things first
I have found the hard way that an essential component of attaining a more fulfilling and peaceful life is to prioritize that which is truly important and execute around those priorities first.
Obesity associated with increased complications after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair
Despite similar pain and function scores, patients who were obese and underwent arthroscopic rotator cuff repair had increased rates of complications, readmissions and reoperations vs. non-obese patients, published results showed.
Orthobond receives FDA de novo approval for antibacterial technology
Orthobond Corporation announced FDA de novo approval of Ostaguard, an antibacterial non-eluting coating technology for use on a range of medical devices, according to a press release.
Should the triceps be released during total elbow arthroplasty?
A posterior approach is indicated for both open reduction and internal fixation and total elbow arthroplasty, with multiple approaches described for navigating around the extensor mechanism.
Ideal total elbow replacement remains elusive
After the development of total hip arthroplasty in the 1970s, orthopedists continued to push surgical innovations to develop total joint replacement in other extremities.
Perioperative IV dexamethasone not associated with PJI, wound complications after TSA
According to published results, use of perioperative IV dexamethasone was not associated with increased risk of periprosthetic joint infection or wound healing complications after total shoulder arthroplasty.
Survey: 85% of U.S. medical residents, fellows prefer in-person vs. virtual conferences
According to an electronic survey of U.S. medical residents and fellows from various specialties, 85% of respondents prefer in-person medical conferences vs. virtual conferences due to networking opportunities and engagement with peers.
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Popular home BP devices unable to provide accurate readings for millions due to sizing
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