Compartment Syndrome
Introduction : Definition of compartment syndrome : A condition in which the circulation and function of tissues within a closed
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Tscherne Classification
Tscherne classification It considers : Wound size Level of contamination Fracture mechanism. Grade I: A small puncture wound without associated muscle contusion
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Open Fractures
Introduction : Open fracture is a fracture that communicates with an overlying break in the skin. Goal of treatment is :
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Fracture Healing
Inflammatory response – Time of injury to 24-72 hours Injured tissues and platelets release vasoactive mediators, growth factors and other
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orthopedic clinical signs and tests
This is a summary collection of orthopedic clinical signs and and clinical tests listed in one table Region: Test
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Anatomy of the Wrist
Dorsal Sufrace of the hand and wrist Dorsal compartments of the wrist: Compartment Tendons Notes Common Pathology first EPB, APL
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Osteotomies around the hip
The aim of an osteotomy is to realign the weight bearing surfaces of the joint to allow normal areas to
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Frozen Shoulder
Definition The term was coined in 1934 by Codman “Frozen shoulder was characterised by slow onset, pain near the insertion of the
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Knee Anatomy
MUSCLES Pes Anserinus includes sartorius, gracilis & semitendinosis (Say Grace before Tea) sartorius – very broad insertion, forming a sheath
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Total Hip Replacement – Study Guide
Hip replacements The logic behind choosing different hip implants NICE study When to do a THR – alternatives Requirements
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