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A pilot hole does not reduce the strains or risk of fracture to the lateral cortex during and following a medial opening wedge high tibial osteotomy in cadaveric specimens. Bone Joint Res 2018; 7:166-172. [PMID: 29682282 PMCID: PMC5895948 DOI: 10.1302/2046-3758.72.bjr-2017-0337.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Aim It has been suggested that the use of a pilot-hole may reduce the risk of fracture to the lateral cortex. Therefore the purpose of this study was to determine the effect of a pilot hole on the strains and occurrence of fractures at the lateral cortex during the opening of a high tibial osteotomy (HTO) and post-surgery loading. Materials and Methods A total of 14 cadaveric tibias were randomized to either a pilot hole (n = 7) or a no-hole (n = 7) condition. Lateral cortex strains were measured while the osteotomy was opened 9 mm and secured in place with a locking plate. The tibias were then subjected to an initial 800 N load that increased by 200 N every 5000 cycles, until failure or a maximum load of 2500 N. Results There was no significant difference in the strains on the lateral cortex during HTO opening between the pilot hole and no-hole conditions. Similarly, the lateral cortex and fixation plate strains were not significantly different during cyclic loading between the two conditions. Using a pilot hole did not significantly decrease the strains experienced at the lateral cortex, nor did it reduce the risk of fracture. Conclusions The nonsignificant differences found here most likely occurred because the pilot hole merely translated the stress concentration laterally to a parallel point on the surface of the hole. Cite this article: K. Bujnowski, A. Getgood, K. Leitch, J. Farr, C. Dunning, T. A. Burkhart. A pilot hole does not reduce the strains or risk of fracture to the lateral cortex during and following a medial opening wedge high tibial osteotomy in cadaveric specimens. Bone Joint Res 2018;7:166–172. DOI: 10.1302/2046-3758.72.BJR-2017-0337.R1.
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PURPOSE Progressive hip displacement is one of the most common orthopaedic pathologies in children with cerebral palsy (CP). Reconstructive hip surgery has become the standard treatment of care. Reported avascular necrosis (AVN) rates for hip reconstructive surgery in these patients vary widely in the literature. The purpose of this study is to identify the frequency and associated risk factors of AVN for reconstructive hip procedures. METHODS A retrospective analysis was performed of 70 cases of reconstructive hip surgery in 47 children with CP, between 2009 and 2013. All 70 cases involved varus derotation osteotomy (VDRO), with 60% having combined VDRO and pelvic osteotomies (PO), and 21% requiring open reductions. Mean age at time of surgery was 8.82 years and 90% of patients were Gross Motor Function Classification System (GMFCS) 4 and 5. Radiographic dysplasia parameters were analysed at selected intervals, to a minimum of one year post-operatively. Severity of AVN was classified by Kruczynski's method. Bivar- iate statistical analysis was conducted using Chi-square test and Student's t-test. RESULTS There were 19 (27%) noted cases of AVN, all radio- graphically identifiable within the first post-operative year. The majority of AVN cases (63%) were mild to moderate in severity. Pre-operative migration percentage (MP) (p = 0.0009) and post-operative change in MP (p = 0.002) were the most significant predictors of AVN. Other risk factors were: GMFCS level (p = 0.031), post-operative change in NSA (p = 0.02) and concomitant adductor tenotomy (0.028). CONCLUSION AVN was observed in 27% of patients. Severity of displacement correlates directly with AVN risk and we suggest that hip reconstruction, specifically VDRO, be performed early in the 'hip at risk' group to avoid this complication.
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SU-F-T-156: Monte Carlo Simulation Using TOPAS for Synchrotron Based Proton Discrete Spot Scanning System. Med Phys 2016. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4956292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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MO-FG-CAMPUS-TeP3-05: Limitations of the Dose Weighted LET Concept for Intensity Modulated Proton Therapy in the Distal Falloff Region and Beyond. Med Phys 2016. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4957385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-F-I-09: Improvement of Image Registration Using Total-Variation Based Noise Reduction Algorithms for Low-Dose CBCT. Med Phys 2016. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4955837] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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TU-FG-BRB-11: Design and Evaluation of a Robotic C-Arm CBCT System for Image-Guided Proton Therapy. Med Phys 2016. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4957551] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-F-J-205: Effect of Cone Beam Factor On Cone Beam CT Number Accuracy. Med Phys 2016. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4956113] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-F-T-144: Analytical Closed Form Approximation for Carbon Ion Bragg Curves in Water. Med Phys 2016. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4956280] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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TU-EF-304-10: Efficient Multiscale Simulation of the Proton Relative Biological Effectiveness (RBE) for DNA Double Strand Break (DSB) Induction and Bio-Effective Dose in the FLUKA Monte Carlo Radiation Transport Code. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4925665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-D-304-04: Pre-Clinical Feasibility Study for Intensity Modulated Grid Proton Therapy (IMgPT) Using a Newly Developed Delivery System. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4923863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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MO-D-213-02: Quality Improvement Through a Failure Mode and Effects Analysis of Pediatric External Beam Radiotherapy. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4925318] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-F-BRD-09: A Random Walk Model Algorithm for Proton Dose Calculation. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4925188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-E-T-704: Skin Dose in Proton Pencil Beam Scanning for Pediatric Patients. Med Phys 2015. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4925068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Approach to Obtaining Optimal Combination of MLC Transmission Ratio and Dynamical Leaf Gap for IMRT/VMAT Dose Calculation in TPS. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2014.05.2525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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SU-E-T-531: Performance Evaluation of Multithreaded Geant4 for Proton Therapy Dose Calculations in a High Performance Computing Facility. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-F-18C-15: Model-Based Multiscale Noise Reduction On Low Dose Cone Beam Projection. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4889100] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-E-T-218: Investigating the Differences in Out-Of-Field Dose Between An Inherently Uniform Beam and a Flattening Filter Free Beam Made Uniform Through Inverse Modulation. Med Phys 2014. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4888548] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-E-T-405: Basic Performance Comparison Between Two Types of Proton Beam Modulated Scanning Systems. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4814839] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-E-T-704: Differences Between 7MV-Flattening Filter Free and 6MV-Flat Intensity Modulated Radiotherapy Plans at Different Fractionation and Dose Rates. Med Phys 2013. [DOI: 10.1118/1.4815131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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32 MEASUREMENT OF PARASITIC NEUTRON FIELD IN THE TREATMENT ENVIRONMENT OF A VARIAN CLINAC 2100 MEDICAL LINAC USING SUPERHEATED BUBBLE DETECTORS. Radiother Oncol 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/s0167-8140(12)70019-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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31 CONCEPTS OF A NOVEL TWIN-TLD TECHNIQUE FOR QUENCH CORRECTION RELEVANT TO HADRON THERAPY. Radiother Oncol 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/s0167-8140(12)70018-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Online neutron fluence measurement at University Hospital Essen neutron therapy facility using gallium arsenide LEDs. RADIAT MEAS 2011. [DOI: 10.1016/j.radmeas.2011.05.062] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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TH-C-BRB-12: Fundamental Technical Performance Acceptance Testing Results of a Commercial High Definition Discrete Pencil Beam Scanning System. Med Phys 2011. [DOI: 10.1118/1.3613517] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Surgical management of articular cartilage defects of the knee. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2010; 92:2470-90. [PMID: 20962200] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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TH-C-BRB-09: Design and Initial Performance of a Large Cross-Section Multi-Element Ionization Chamber System for Water Equivalent Range Measurements of Pristine Proton Fields. Med Phys 2010. [DOI: 10.1118/1.3469493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-FF-T-93: Assessment of Dose Conformality and the Effects of Inter- and Intra-Fraction Motion On the Dose Distribution Intensity Modulated Proton Radiotherapy for Locally Advanced Prostate Cancer: A Treatment Planning Study. Med Phys 2009. [DOI: 10.1118/1.3181566] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-FF-T-660: Treatment Quality Sensitivity to Varying Beam Spot Size and Number of Fields in Intensity Modulated Proton Therapy. Med Phys 2009. [DOI: 10.1118/1.3182158] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Measurement of Initial Respiration Phase Effect on Simulated Lung Cancer Treatment: A Comparison between a Proton Beam Passive Scattering Delivery System and a Uniform Scanning Delivery System. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys 2008. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijrobp.2008.06.290] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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WE-E-AUD A-07: Should a Gaussian Probability Density Function Be Used to Approximate Respiration Induced Dosimetric Effects for Proton Radiotherapy? Med Phys 2008. [DOI: 10.1118/1.2962774] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Laboratory tumor lysis syndrome complicating LBH589 therapy in a patient with acute myeloid leukaemia. Haematologica 2008; 93:e16-7. [DOI: 10.3324/haematol.11933] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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TU-FF-A2-01: Therapeutic Uniform Scanning Proton Beam Development and Characterization: Transverse Results. Med Phys 2007. [DOI: 10.1118/1.2761455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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TH-C-M100F-06: Therapeutic Uniform Scanning Proton Beam Development and Characterization: Longitudinal Results. Med Phys 2007. [DOI: 10.1118/1.2761684] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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TH-C-230A-05: Neutron Scattered Dose Equivalent to a Fetus From Proton Radiotherapy of the Mother. Med Phys 2006. [DOI: 10.1118/1.2241868] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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TU-FF-A2-04: Preliminary Radiological Characterization of An Active Proton Beam Spreading System for Therapeutic Use. Med Phys 2006. [DOI: 10.1118/1.2241647] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-FF-T-135: Commissioning of Multi-Leaf Collimator for Fast Neutron Therapy. Med Phys 2006. [DOI: 10.1118/1.2241060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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TH-E-ValA-02: Simultaneous Multi-Pencil Fan-Beam-Based Intensity-Modulated Proton Therapy. Med Phys 2006. [DOI: 10.1118/1.2241971] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-FF-J-36: Commissioning of a Six-Degree-Of-Freedom Robotic Patient Positioning System in a Proton Gantry. Med Phys 2006. [DOI: 10.1118/1.2240814] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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WE-D-224C-09: Dosimetric Evaluation of Proton Field Matching by a Robotic Patient Positioner. Med Phys 2006. [DOI: 10.1118/1.2241789] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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SU-FF-T-345: Measured Output Factors for Range-Modulated Spread-Out Bragg Peak Proton Beams. Med Phys 2005. [DOI: 10.1118/1.1998074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/07/2022] Open
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Automatic determination of patellofemoral kinematic parameters through X-ray image processing. BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES INSTRUMENTATION 1998; 34:321-6. [PMID: 9603060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Examination of plain Merchant-view X-rays of the patellofemoral joint is often used to diagnose patellofemoral joint malalignment and to qualify the pathology. As digital image processing becomes more widespread, an image processing algorithm is being developed for medical personnel to easily display, manipulate and analyze digitized plain Merchant-view X-ray films on personal computers. The method provides measurement of the kinematic parameters: sulcus angle (SA), patellofemoral congruence angle (PFC), lateral patellar angle (LPA), patellar rotation angle (PR), and lateral patellar displacement (LPD). Smooth edges of the patella and the femur are obtained by using image enhancement, edge detection and morphological thinning techniques based on the thresholds chosen manually for boundary detection. Six landmarks for determining the kinematic parameters are marked automatically on the edges of patella and femur. Parameter measurements for twelve X-ray films of six patients are calculated for analysis and comparison with hand calculated parameters. The goal is develop an algorithm that can evaluate the geometry of the patellofemoral joint, and is cost effective.
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Pain-free eye-drops for children. PROFESSIONAL NURSE (LONDON, ENGLAND) 1997; 12:891. [PMID: 9326098] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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Assessment of quadriceps muscle performance by hand-held, isometric, and isokinetic dynamometry in patients with knee dysfunction. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 1996; 24:154-9. [PMID: 8866274 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.1996.24.3.154] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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One component of patient evaluation is muscle performance assessment. The purpose of this study was: 1) to determine the difference and correlation between hand-held, isometric, and isokinetic dynamometry test results in patients with knee dysfunction and 2) to determine the effect of pain during such testing. Bilateral quadriceps strength in 23 subjects with unilateral knee dysfunction was tested using concentric and eccentric isokinetic dynamometry at 60 degrees/sec, isometric dynamometry, and hand-held dynamometry, both at 60 degrees of knee flexion. Pain ratings were obtained before, during, and after each test. Statistical analysis revealed a significant difference between involved and uninvolved limbs for eccentric isokinetic dynamometry (p = 0.002) and hand-held dynamometry (p = 0.005); no difference was found between limbs for the concentric isokinetic and isometric dynamometry (p > 0.05). Mean percent deficits in quadriceps strength ranged from 11 to 18%, with no significant difference found between testing modes. Pearson product moment correlations ranged from 0.34 to 0.76 when comparing testing modes. No significant difference existed in pain scores before, during, and after each mode of testing. It was concluded that large variation existed between different testing modes, which results in different conclusions regarding the strength of the quadriceps in patients with knee dysfunction.
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Lack of variation in the nucleotide sequence corresponding to the transmembrane domain of the beta-amyloid precursor protein in Alzheimer's disease. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF MEDICAL GENETICS 1993; 48:131-6. [PMID: 8291566 DOI: 10.1002/ajmg.1320480304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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The nucleotide sequence corresponding to the APP transmembrane domain and flanking regions of charged amino acids was determined for 91 patients with histologically confirmed Alzheimer's disease, 9 patients with dementias of other etiologies, and 14 controls who had no identifiable brain disease. Twenty-eight of the AD patients had a first-degree relative with dementia. No mutations were detected among the 100 demented patients. However, one of the 14 controls exhibited a change in the 3' base of codon 716 which would not be expected to result in an amino acid substitution at this position.
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Effects of patella taping on patella position and perceived pain. Med Sci Sports Exerc 1993; 25:989-92. [PMID: 8231783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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Anterior knee pain syndrome (AKPS) represents a significant challenge for the sports medicine clinician. One proposed etiological factor for AKPS is poor vastus medialis obliquus (VMO) control, resulting in lateral glide of the patella. Patella taping has been advocated to increase VMO control. The purpose of this study was to determine the effects of patella taping on patella position and perceived pain. Twelve subjects (age = 29 +/- 9 yr; weight = 70.9 kg +/- 17.8; height = 174.0 cm +/- 8.1) with AKPS currently using patella taping procedures with a decrease in their symptoms participated. Each subject had Merchant's view x-rays taken pre- and post-taping while performing an isometric quadriceps contraction to determine patella rotation and patella congruency angles. Subjects also completed a visual analog pain scale after performing a 0.2 m (8") step-down both pre- and post-taping. Paired t-tests revealed no significant change in patellofemoral congruency (P = 0.98) and patella rotation angles (P = 0.80). Significant reduction (50%) in subject pain level was revealed by the visual analog scale (t(15) = 4.99; P < 0.0005). Results demonstrate that patella taping significantly reduced the perceived pain levels during a 0.2-m step-down; however, this reduction in pain was not associated with patella position changes.
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Patients who are admitted to Intensive Care Units (ICUs) have usually been critically ill at home first. The telephone advice nurse may be the first person they contact for help when they get sick. This nurse has to distinguish rapidly between critical and non-critical patients. You might find this role a challenging career option.
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Prophylactic knee braces for football: do they work? INDIANA MEDICINE : THE JOURNAL OF THE INDIANA STATE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION 1993; 86:308-11. [PMID: 8366281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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Knee injuries in athletics are a major problem facing the sports medicine community. There is no compelling evidence to suggest that the likelihood of sustaining a knee injury is increasing; however, more knee injuries are being identified and treated due to improved diagnostic techniques. Successful prevention of knee injuries with prophylactic braces has not paralleled the substantial advances in diagnosis and treatment of these knee problems. This article summarizes the current data available and makes recommendations for subsequent prophylactic knee brace use.
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Meniscal tears: diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment. ORTHOPAEDIC REVIEW 1992; 21:1311-7. [PMID: 1461666] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Arthroscopic surgery for treatment of pathologic meniscal lesions has become the most commonly performed orthopaedic procedure in the United States. This article reviews the diagnosis, evaluation, and subsequent treatment of meniscal tears in the knee.
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Clinically-silent mutation in the putative iron-responsive element in exon 17 of the beta-amyloid precursor protein gene. J Neuropathol Exp Neurol 1992; 51:459-63. [PMID: 1619445 DOI: 10.1097/00005072-199207000-00008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Three missense mutations in exon 17 of the beta-amyloid precursor protein (APP) gene have been reported to cosegregate in families with early onset Alzheimer's disease (AD). All three mutations result in amino acid substitutions at codon 717 and may produce AD by altering the structure of the transmembrane domain of APP. Alternatively, the mutations may destabilize the stem of a putative iron-responsive element (IRE) in which they lie and confer pathogenicity by inactivating this negative regulatory element. We have detected a clinically-silent mutation in codon 716 that would also be expected to disrupt the putative IRE but results in no amino acid substitution. This result strongly suggests that the missense mutations at codon 717 produce AD by altering the amino acid sequence of APP rather than the IRE. Furthermore, the identification of a clinically-silent mutation among four point mutations that span only three nucleotides of exon 17 suggests that this region may be a mutational "hot" spot.
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