News tagged with orthopaedic trauma

Hip surgery success partially predicted by number of other existing conditions

Hip fractures are the second leading cause of hospitalization of elderly patients. In many cases, a hip fracture is the first step in a complete decline in the patient's health, setting off a long list of potential complications. ...

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created Apr 01, 2010 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

ATV and motocross sports -- high velocity toys merit caution

Over the years, all terrain vehicles (ATVs) and motocross motorcycles have gained popularity and marketed as toys to consumers. These high-velocity machines can weigh between 300 and 600 pounds, and run on average between ...

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created Mar 10, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

New study compares after-hours and daytime surgery success rates

Patients who have after-hour orthopaedic surgeries risk a slightly higher rate of necessary follow-up surgeries, according to a study published in the September 2009 issue of The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (JBJS). The da ...

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created Sep 01, 2009 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Trauma 411: Prolonged surgery should be avoided in certain cases

Trauma patients who sustain multiple fractures are often in serious condition when they arrive at the emergency department. A review article published in the September 2009 issue of the Journal of the American Academy of ...

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