The Journal of Orthopaedics, Trauma and Rehabilitation is the official peer-reviewed publication of the Hong Kong Orthopaedic Association and the Hong Kong College of Orthopaedic Surgeons. We welcome articles that contribute to orthopaedics, trauma and orthopaedic rehabilitation related knowledge from all countries.
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In vitro Biomechanical Study of Pulvertaft Tendon Weaving Technique |
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The outcome of tendon repair depends on the strength, which allows early active mobilization to achieve better function without rupture. The aims of this study are to assess quantitatively the biomechanical properties and relationship between the number of tendon weaving and suture method using Pulvertaft technique. |
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Chi-Pan Yuen, , Chi-Hung Yen, Hon-Bong Leung, Wing-Lim Tse, Pak-Cheong Ho, Leung-Kim Hung |
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A Comparative Study of the Postoperative Morbidity and Mortality in Femoral Neck Fractures in Elderly Patients Treated With Cemented and Uncemented
Thompson Hemiarthroplasty |
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Thompson hip hemiarthroplasty is a well established procedure for the treatment of displaced intracapsular fracture neck of femur in the elderly. However, considerable debate exists regarding the use of cemented prosthesis in this elderly group of patients. The main purpose of our study was to analyse the outcomes following cemented and uncemented Thompson hemiarthroplasty of the hip with particular reference to cement-related morbidity and 30-day mortality. |
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Kankanala Gowtham, Shivarathre Deepak Gubbi, Pidikiti Prasad |
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