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EFAS NewsletterEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - October 20, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: journals

Volume Contents and Author IndexEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - October 20, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: journals

AnnouncementEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - October 20, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: journals

Announcement: 12th EFAS Instructional course 16-17 April, 2010, Dublin, IrelandEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - August 18, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: journals

Announcement: 8th International Congress of the European Foot and Anke Society, 2-4 September, 2010, GenevaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - July 28, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: journals

Announcement: Advanced Forefoot Symposium ProgrammeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - July 28, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: journals

Announcement: Advanced Forefoot Symposium, 11-12 December 2009, Brussels, BelgiumEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - July 28, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: journals

Annoucement: 12th EFAS Instructional course 16-17 April, 2010, Dublin, IrelandEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
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Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - July 28, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: journals

Re: The use of post-operative reverse camber shoes following scarf osteotomy, Foot Ankle Surg 14 (2008) 190–193Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
I would like to comment upon the article by Samantha Hook et al. (“The use of post-operative reverse camber shoes following scarf osteotomy”, Foot and Ankle Surgery, Volume 14: 190–193, 2008). The concept of the reverse camber shoe was my personal invention and the device was registered as an international patent in October 1981. The first article on this shoe was published in 1986 . (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 14, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: L.S. Barouk Tags: Letter to the Editor Source Type: journals

Epithelioma cuniculatum: A case reportEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
We present a case report of a 55-year-old man with an enlarging lesion on the sole of his right foot. Despite initial benign pathology the lesion continued to grow, soften in consistency and develop a foul odour. Repeat biopsy showed a well-differentiated squamous cell carcinoma and below-the-knee amputation was required. Epithelioma cuniculatum presents as a slow growing mass on the plantar aspect of the foot. Diagnosis is often delayed and may require multiple biopsies. Lesions rarely metastasise but more commonly invade locally requiring wide surgical excision. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: J. Halpern, S. Harris, V. Suarez, R. Jeyaratnam, A.G. Smith Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals

Treatment of equinocavovarus deformity in a severely hemophilic child: The role of a monolateral multiplanar-geared fixation deviceEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract: Equinovarus deformity is associated with various disorders and diseases, including this case of recurrent hemarthrosis due to hemophilia. The patient demonstrated progressive deformation in the ankle and foot over the course of several years of evaluation. Until medical hemostatic control was possible, surgery was contraindicated. At age 9, therapeutic control of bleeding was attained, and surgical intervention was initiated. Due to concerns for skin and soft tissue compromise in this patient, a monolateral multiplanar-geared external fixator (M2 MultiPlanar MiniRail, Orthofix) was placed using two sets of half p...
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: John Clapp, Jian Shen, Nicholas E. Crosby, Beth P. Smith, L. Andrew Koman Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals

Osteomyelitis of the calcaneus due to atypical MycobacteriumEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract: World wide tuberculous infection of bone remains common but there are few case reports of atypical mycobacteria causing bone infection. A case is reported of recurrent osteomyelitis of the calcaneus due to such an atypical Mycobacterium and associated with interferon-γ receptor deficiency (IFN-γ) receptor deficiency. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: John Michelarakis, Chryssi Varouhaki Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals

Revision of STAR total ankle replacement to hybrid AES–STAR total ankle replacement—A report of two casesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
We report early results of two cases in which Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacements (STAR) were revised to hybrid AES (Ankle Evolution System)–STAR replacements for aseptic loosening of the tibial components. We are not aware of any similar case report in the literature reporting hybrid total ankle replacements. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: N. Kharwadkar, N.J. Harris Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals

Coeliac disease presenting with bilateral fibular stress fracturesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
We present the case of an apparently healthy 22-year-old female who presented with atraumatic stress fractures of both fibulae. Further investigation demonstrated that she had osteopoenia secondary to occult coeliac disease. The fractures were successfully treated non-operatively. The awareness of the prevalence of occult coeliac disease is increasing due to simpler diagnostic tests, as is its significance as a cause of secondary osteoporosis. Knowing the relationship between these two conditions will help orthopaedic surgeons treating such patients to refer them promptly to appropriate specialists. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Julian Gilbody, Michael Trevett Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals

Percutaneous fenestration of the anteromedial aspect of the calcaneus for resistant heel pain syndromeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: The results suggest the technique of percutaneous fenestration is a significantly effective treatment modality for patients with recalcitrant heel pain syndrome after failed conservative treatment.The described technique may provide a useful method for treating refractory heel spur syndrome without resorting to invasive surgical techniques and warrants further study. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Freih Odeh Abu Hassan Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

The effect of pre-operative counselling on smoking patterns in patients undergoing forefoot surgeryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Surgery provides an incentive for smoking cessation, maintained post-operatively. Although forefoot fusions and arthrodeses were used in our study, the results are transferable to other branches of orthopaedic surgery. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: N.M. Walker, S.A.C. Morris, L.B. Cannon Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Symptomatic os trigonum in childrenEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: Symptomatic os trigonum may be responsible for chronic ankle pain in children and adolescents as well as in adults. The surgical treatment is effective in children. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Yann Glard, Samuel Jacopin, Emmanuel Soucanye de Landevoisin, Franck Launay, Jean-Luc Jouve, Gérard Bollini Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

The prevalence of symptomatic posterior tibialis tendon dysfunction in women over the age of 40 in EnglandEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: This is the first report of the prevalence of stage I and II PTTD in women (over 40 years). The prevalence is 3.3% and all patients were undiagnosed despite characteristic and prolonged symptoms. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: J. Kohls-Gatzoulis, B. Woods, J.C. Angel, D. Singh Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

The importance of the length of the first metatarsal and the proximal phalanx of hallux in the etiopathogeny of the hallux rigidusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to determine if the relative length of the first metatarsal and the proximal phalanx of the hallux, in respect to the total foot length, were associated with the incidence of hallux rigidus. For this retrospective study, lateral radiographs from 132 cases with hallux rigidus and a control group of 132 normal feet were reviewed.We measured the following parameters: the index between the foot length and first metatarsal length, the proximal phalanx of the hallux length, and the sum of the first metatarsal length and the proximal phalanx of the hallux length.We found a statistically sig...
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Alberto Calvo, Ramón Viladot, Josep Giné, Fernando Alvarez Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

The effect of sesamoid position on outcome following scarf osteotomy for hallux abducto valgusEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract: Background: Hallux valgus is a common forefoot condition, with numerous operations described to correct the deformity. Debate remains as to the relative importance of correcting the position of the sesamoid apparatus.Methods: Forty-six cases were reviewed. Preoperative and post-operative X-rays were used to measure forefoot width, inter-metatarsal angle (IM), hallux valgus (HV) angle and sesamoid position (Reynolds stations). Satisfaction was assessed via questionnaire.Results: Significant improvements were seen in all radiological parameters. 37/43 patients were satisfied with the result. Comparison between the ...
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: J.D. Wilson, J. Baines, M.S. Siddique, R. Fleck Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

The advantages gained by the use of modern materials in the post operative casting procedure for foot and ankle surgeryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: This study demonstrates how small changes in local practice can result in significant financial and temporal savings for hospitals and patients. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: B.J.F. Dean, D.E. Hinsley, B. Mackay, P.S. Rice, P.H. Cooke, R.J. Sharp Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Fixation of tendo Achilles avulsion fractureEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
We describe a technique to fix the avulsed fragment of Achilles tendon insertion with 2 suture anchors. This can neutralize the pull of the triceps surae and early post-operative rehabilitation programme is allowed. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: T.H. Lui Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Plagiarism: An unprofessional and dishonest trend creeping into modern writing of research and review papersEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Plagiarism is defined by the Collins Concise Dictionary (1998) as “the act of plagiarizing” from the Latin Plagiarus, meaning “plunderer” from plagium “kidnapping”. The verb “to plagiarize” is defined as “to appropriate (ideas, passages, etc.) from (another work or author)”. It can manifest itself in many ways, often quietly, subtly and going unrecognised. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 4, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Michael M. Stephens Tags: Editorial Source Type: journals

Is intraoperative pedography helpful in clinical use—Preliminary results of 100 cases from a consecutive, prospective, randomized, controlled clinical studyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: In 46% of the cases a modification of the surgical correction was made after IP in the same surgical procedure. Whether IP improve the plantar force distribution of the foot and the mid- or long-term clinical outcome has to be critically analyzed when longer follow-up is completed. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - May 3, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Martinus Richter, Stefan Zech Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

A retrospective follow-up of ankle fracture patients treated with a biodegradable plate and screwsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: According to the results of this retrospective study, the biodegradable implants used yielded fracture healing and functional results comparable to those previously reported after conventional metal fixation. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - April 16, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Arvo Kukk, Janne T. Nurmi Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Special report: Highlights of the Twenty-Fourth Annual Summer Meeting of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society, Denver, Colorado, June 26–28, 2008Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract: The Twenty-Fourth Annual Summer Meeting of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) was held 26–28 June 2008 at the Denver Marriott City Center in Denver, Colorado. There were 442 registrants in attendance, including 81 individuals from 21 countries outside the United States. There were 176 abstracts submitted, and 46 (26%) abstracts were accepted for podium presentation. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - April 9, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Elly Trepman, David B. Thordarson, Steven D.K. Ross, Stephen J. Pinney Tags: Special report Source Type: journals

Long-term outcome and quality of life in patients with Charcot footEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Diabetic Charcot foot decreases patient's physical functioning and general health but does not usually affect mental health. Surgical management is often required with an increase 4 years post-diagnosis. A delay of diagnosis of more than 3 months was found to adversely affect the quality of life and functional outcome. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - April 6, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Toni-Karri Pakarinen, Heikki-Jussi Laine, Heikki Mäenpää, Pentti Mattila, Jorma Lahtela Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Endoscopic-assisted repair of acute Achilles tendon rupture with Krackow suture: An anatomic studyEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Krackow locking stitches can be formed by the minimally invasive technique. However, there are risks of stitches falling into the ruptured gap and lie deep to the tendon and risk of sural nerve entrapment at the proximal medial portal. The original technique is not suitable for clinical application. Modification of the technique by grasping the tendon end with Allis tissue forceps before passing the suture may prevent the suture from falling into the ruptured tendon gap. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - April 6, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: K.B. Chan, T.H. Lui, L.K. Chan Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Effect of vitamin C on prevention of complex regional pain syndrome type I in foot and ankle surgeryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract: Background: The public health cost impact of complex regional pain syndrome type I (CRPS I) is considerable in both emergency and scheduled orthopaedic surgery. We proposed to assess the effectiveness of vitamin C in prevention of CRPS I in foot and ankle surgery.Methods: We carried out a “before–after” quasi-experimental study comparing two chronologically successive groups without (Group I: July 2002–June 2003) and with (Group II: July 2003–June 2004) preventive 1g daily vitamin C treatment. All patients having surgery on the foot or ankle were enrolled, with the exception of diabetic foot cases. Seve...
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - April 5, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Jean-Luc Besse, Sylvain Gadeyne, Sophie Galand-Desmé, Jean-Luc Lerat, Bernard Moyen Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

The stop screw technique—A simple and reliable method in treating flexible flatfoot in childrenEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: We can conclude that subtalar arthroereisis is relatively simple, effective, and minimally invasive procedure in treating flexible flatfoot in pediatric age. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - March 2, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Joerg Jerosch, Jochem Schunck, Hazem Abdel-Aziz Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Malunited calcaneal fracture fragments causing tarsal tunnel syndrome: A rare causeEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Abstract: This is a report of tarsal tunnel syndrome (TTS) due to a specific malunited calcaneal fracture fragment in a 46-year-old man. He was treated non-operatively for extra-articular calcaneal fracture. Four months later he presented with pain, tingling and hypoaesthesia over the medial aspect of the heel. He had a positive Tinel's sign and a positive dorsiflexion-eversion test. Radiography revealed malunited calcaneal fracture along medial wall producing bony prominence. The tarsal tunnel was surgically decompressed by excising the malunited fragments. The branches of the posterior tibial nerve were stretched over th...
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - February 12, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Nithyananth Manasseh, Vinoo Mathew Cherian, Livingston Abel Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals

The Singapore operation for chronic recurrent peroneal tendon subluxation—Short-term follow-up in four patientsEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: In our experience the Singapore operation is technically easy to perform and offers excellent results with high patient satisfaction levels. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - February 12, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Tim M.S. Millar, Shashi K. Garg Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Neglected rupture of the Achilles tendon treated with a percutaneous techniqueEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: We would like to encourage this technique as being fast, inexpensive and very satisfactory both to the patient and to the surgeon. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - February 9, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: R. Bertelli, L. Gaiani, M. Palmonari Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Retained blackthorn causing peroneal tendonitis: A case reportEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
We present the first reported case of peroneal tenosynovitis secondary to a retained blackthorn in a patient with a 4 months history of persistent pain and swelling around her lateral malleolus following a penetrating injury. Ultrasonography reported considerable subcutaneous fluid but no identifiable foreign body. Magnetic resonance imaging confirmed peroneal sheath synovitis with a possible retained foreign body posteriorly. Surgical exploration revealed marked synovitis and chronic inflammation of the peroneal sheath with the tip of a blackthorn deep to peroneus longus.This case illustrates the many ways in which penetr...
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 12, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Alun Yewlett, Jeremy Oakley, Nilesh Makwana, H.J. Patel Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals

An amelanotic malignant melanoma masquerading as hypergranulation tissueEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
We report a case of amelanotic malignant melanoma occurring in the nail sulcus of the hallux, which on initial presentation was mistaken for hypergranulation tissue due to an in-growing toenail. We highlight the importance of this differential diagnosis as such lesions can have serious sequelae. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 12, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: S. Cahill, J.R. Cryer, S.J. Otter, K. Ramesar Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals

What does rearfoot instability really mean?Email this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Clinical medicine and literature generally use the term instability to designate functional rearfoot failure without specifically referring to the fact that the said functional loss is related to either a loss of passive stability or a loss of active talocrural and/or subtalar joint stability. Therefore, I think that a definition of instability, which per se does not allow pathogenetic references, must be proposed once again. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - January 5, 2009 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Giacomo Pisani Tags: Editorial Source Type: journals

The pattern of ankle fractures sustained by outdoor activities at the Snowdonia National Park, North Wales, United KingdomEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: In our case series we observed a high proportion of open and unstable ankle fractures, with the majority treated by operative fixation. The high rate of comminution of the medial malleolus has previously not been reported in the literature and has the potential of making operative fixation technically difficult. Encouraging the use of walking poles particularly at the time of descending may help to reduce the incidence of ankle fractures in hill walkers. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 24, 2008 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: A.J. Shyam Kumar, D.S. Gill, C. Fairweather, L. Dykes Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Achilles tendon recurrent rupture following surgical repair: Report on two casesEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
We report on two cases of open rerupture of Achilles tendon following augmented repair, through a transverse wound perpendicular to the primary incision line. Reruptures occurred 80 and 54 days after primary repair.Results and conclusions: After surgical repair long term follow-up results are good in both cases. This complication could be related to subtotal closure of the paratenon due to the bulk of the augmented repair and to an inadequate and a too extended period of postoperative ankle immobilization. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 22, 2008 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Diego García-Germán, Rafael Rubio-Quevedo, Javier Lopez-Goenaga, Javier Martin-Guinea Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals

Talonavicular dislocation with associated cuboid fracture following low-energy traumaEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
We report a case of a medial swivel type talonavicular dislocation, associated with a cuboid body fracture, which is previously undescribed. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 15, 2008 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Derfel Pari Williams, Abdullah Hanoun, Mounir Hakimi, Syed Ali, Manoj Khatri Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals

Optimising use of the mini C-arm in foot and ankle surgeryEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusion: Screening time can be used as an audit tool to measure optimum use of the mini C-arm. A protocol is presented including an audit form for every operation where the mini C-arm is used. Radiation protection issues are addressed. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 15, 2008 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Soham Gangopadhyay, Brigitte E. Scammell Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Tarsal tunnel syndrome: Assessment of treatment outcome with an anatomic pain intensity scaleEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Anatomic pain intensity rating models may be useful in the pretreatment and follow-up evaluation of tarsal tunnel syndrome. Predictors of failed non-operative treatment included longer motor nerve conduction latency and greater predominance of foot comorbidities. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 15, 2008 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: William H. Gondring, Elly Trepman, Byron Shields Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Foot Build Registration System (FBRS) to evaluate foot posture: a reliability study with healthy subjects and patients with Charcot-Marie-Tooth diseaseEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
This study's objective was to investigate the reproducibility of FBRS measurements in healthy feet and feet of patients with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT).Methods: Reproducibility and reliability studies were performed in several foot views in healthy and CMT patients.Results: These studies showed that the variability of the 95% prediction limit depended upon the foot view being studied and whether markers had been drawn. Some individuals had a higher intra-individual variability than others. Limiting data collection to those individuals with a SD (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - December 8, 2008 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: M. Tuinhout, P.G. Anderson, J.W.K. Louwerens Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Arthroscopic triple arthrodesis in patients with Müller Weiss diseaseEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: Arthroscopic triple arthrodesis is an alternative surgical treatment in management of Müller Weiss disease resisted to conservative treatment.Level of evidence: Level 4 therapeutic study. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - November 17, 2008 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: T.H. Lui Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals

Second toe proximal phalanx interposition bone graft to correct a failed Keller's arthroplasty. A new techniqueEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
We present a case report of a novel salvage technique for a failed Keller's arthroplasty using nonvascularised phalanx transfer from the second toe to the hallux on the same foot. The technique restores length, function and relieves pain. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - November 14, 2008 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: S. Patel, R.S. Mistry, L.E. Dodd, N. Shaikh, S.H. Palmer Tags: Case reports Source Type: journals

Long-term follow-up on 33 TPR ankle joint replacements in 26 patients with rheumatoid arthritisEmail this article to a colleague. Save this article to My Clippings. Discuss or comment on this article.
Conclusions: The long-term survival of this first generation type of TAR adds some optimism to the development of TAR. (Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery)
Source: Foot and Ankle Surgery - October 27, 2008 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Niels C. Jensen, Frank Linde Tags: Original articles Source Type: journals