Trauma News

Anesthesia methods after surgical treatment of distal radial fracture significantly impact early patterns of postoperative pain and opioid consumption equivalents, according to results. However, no difference was seen between anesthesia methods with regard to total opioid equivalent consumption during the first 3 postoperative days and long-term outcomes.

Surveys using vignette-based trauma cases that were given to residents showed those from the United States prescribed more postoperative opioids at discharge than residents from two other countries.

Although both oblique and transverse incisions for treatment of fractures of the mid-to-outer third of the clavicle had equivalent effects on recovery of shoulder joint function, the oblique incision had several advantages over the transverse incision, according to published results.

Vertical shear pelvic ring injuries present a unique challenge due to their inherent vertical and rotational instability. Binders, sheets or external fixators may at times underestimate the severity of initial displacement or mask associated occult injuries. Preoperative CT is necessary for adequate planning based on patient anatomy and injury characteristics. We present our preferred method of treatment for vertical shear pelvic ring injuries and focus on the surgical technique.

Patients who received antiplatelet medication and underwent urgent surgery for hip fractures were not significantly different than patients who did not receive antiplatelet medication with regard to total blood loss, transfusion or 1-year mortality rates, according to recently published results. Researchers said the findings may indicate that patients can undergo urgent hip fracture surgery without drug cessation.

Irrigation and debridement performed more than 6 hours after the occurrence of an open fracture did not increase the risk of reoperation, based on research presented at a meeting.

A congress is always as good as its presentations. In this regard, the EFORT Congress can always rely on the experts from Europe and worldwide.

It is common for orthopaedic surgeons to encounter patients with low-energy fractures. This has led to increasing interest in prevention of secondary fractures among orthopaedic surgeons. Hip fractures are the most serious outcome of osteoporosis and increase the mortality and morbidity among older patients. An evidence-based method is available that estimates bone mineral density at the hip, providing vital, early information on the patient’s bone density.

Results from a new survey revealed that orthopedic providers routinely prescribed more opioids than required by patients who underwent multiple orthopedic surgical procedures.

Smith & Nephew launched its CONQUEST FN system, an implant solution to treat femoral neck fractures and aid in bone preservation, according to a press release from the company.