Lower Extremity

DePuy Synthes announced the U.S. launch of its TriLEAP lower extremity anatomic plating system for foot and ankle procedures, according to a company press release.

DePuy Synthes has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its TriLEAP lower extremity plating system for use in orthopedic foot and ankle surgery, according to a press release.

CHICAGO — Addressing post-operative complications in the lower extremities can be a difficult task that needs nuanced care, according to a speaker at the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery annual meeting.

Bundled payment programs effectively reduced episode spending while maintaining quality of care in episodes of lower extremity joint replacement, according to results published in JAMA Health Forum.

This blog reviews the function and importance of menisci in protecting articular cartilage.

According to published results, supplemental perioperative oxygen reduced the risk of surgical site infection among adults who underwent surgery for tibial plateau, tibial pilon or calcaneal fractures.

Patients with the Bockenheimer subtype of diffuse venous malformation were at significant risk for the more clinically challenging intra-articular venous malformations, according to a study.

Results showed self-reported functional outcomes may decline over time among patients with major lower extremity trauma, especially among those who underwent early amputation.

Smith & Nephew has completed the acquisition of the extremity orthopedic business unit of Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation for $240 million, according to a press release.

Smith & Nephew has announced the acquisition of the extremity orthopedic business of Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation, according to a press release.