ABSTRACT
The aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical results of using the central quadriceps tendon [CQT] to reconstruct the torn anterior cruciate ligament [ACL]. Sixteen male patients with torn ACL were operated upon by arthroscopic reconstruction of the ACL using the CQT. The follow up period ranged from 8-20 months [average = 12.7 months]. The average preoperative Lysholm score was 64 [range 57-70 points] and the average score at the final follow up was 92 [range 80-98 points]. The study concluded that central quadriceps tendon [CQT] is an alternative graft source with biomechanical properties comparable with or better than a bone-patellar tendon-bone or double-looped hamstrings graft
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Humans , Male , Plastic Surgery Procedures , Arthroscopy , Tendon Transfer , Follow-Up Studies , Treatment OutcomeABSTRACT
Nine cases with osteochondritis dissecans were treated by arthroscopic pinning using K-wires. The average age of the patients was 18.5 years. These cases were followed up clinically and radiologically for an average period of 14 months. The results of this surgery were satisfactory with no significant complications and the patients were able to resume their normal activities within a reasonable period of time
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Humans , Male , Female , Knee Joint , Arthroscopy , Bone Wires , Treatment Outcome , Follow-Up StudiesABSTRACT
There are several modalities for treatment of unicameral bone cyst. One of these modalities is the use of calcium phosphate as a bone substitute to fill the cyst after curettage. Thirteen cases of simple bone cysts of the upper humerus were treated by this method. The patients were followed up for 1 to 4 years. The success rate was 92.3%. These results were compared with other studies using autogenous bone graft or intralesional injection of prednisolone