Resection arthroplasty of the rheumatoid forefoot.

After discussing the term of resection arthroplasty of the rheumatoid forefoot, the problem of indications and contraindications for surgery is dealt with. Experience obtained by operations is presented together with the recommended operative technique.

[Plastic repair of the acetabular floor for acetabular protrusion in total endoprostheses of the hip joint]. / Pfannenbodenplastik wegen Protrusio acetabuli bei Totalendoprothesen des Hüftgelenks.

The authors describe the early results of the acetabular floor replacement procedure introduced by them. The surgical technique and the exact method of preparing the autograft are described in detail. The authors consider the use of autologous bone preferable to other methods. This technique results in guaranteed bony consolidation. No complications occurred during the three-year observation period, and none of the patients have any complaints.