Trauma News

Amgen and UCB have resubmitted a biologics license application to the FDA for romosozumab for the treatment of osteoporosis in postmenopausal women at high risk for fracture, according to a press release from both companies.

Although military service members with severe lower extremity injuries experienced limitations in measurable activity performance, additional rehabilitation with a carbon fiber orthosis may improve activity performance in this patient population, according to results published in the Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma.

Healio.com/Orthopedics features articles in which orthopedic surgeons discuss prevention of orthopedic injuries commonly seen during summer activities such as swimming, diving, use of fireworks, home improvement and lawn mower accidents.

The EFORT Open Reviews print issue includes papers for all the instructional lectures presented at the EFORT Congress 2018, in addition to a small selection of high-quality review articles that were recently published in the online edition of EFORT Open Reviews.

The treatment of periprosthetic fractures is a challenge with increasing incidence. With decreased bone quality and numerous comorbidities of the patient, the main question is whether the fracture can be fixed with an osteosynthesis or if the implant needs to be revised with respect to the stability of the implant.

Fireworks are a ubiquitous presence among Fourth of July celebrations; however, these bright and colorful displays pose a danger to children who may want to handle these dangerous products.

Patients who experienced open orthopedic fractures sustained from watercrafts had a high rate of postoperative infection, nonunion and amputation, according to results published in The Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma.

In an update to its 2011 recommendations, the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommends screening with bone measurement testing to prevent osteoporotic fractures in women aged at least 65 years and in postmenopausal, high-risk women younger than 65 years.

Improving the health of the United States involves reducing the risk for injuries and preventing future injuries from occurring. In an interview with Healio.com/Orthopedics, Alan S. Hilibrand, MD, former communications cabinet chair and current treasurer elect for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, spoke about ways to prevent orthopedic injuries that commonly occur during the summer season.

In an analysis of program information available on orthopedic trauma surgery fellowship websites, results published in The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery showed the internet is underutilized by orthopedic trauma fellowship programs for fellow recruitment.