Pediatric Orthopaedics
Shital N. Parikh, MD, Editor Early-onset scoliosis is defined as scoliosis of any cause in children younger than five years of age. Such deformities at an early age can have…
High-energy Pediatric Pelvic and Acetabular Fractures
Pediatric pelvic and acetabular fractures are rare injuries. They are almost always the result of a high-energy injury mechanism. A full trauma protocol should be instituted, having a high index…
Management of Traumatic Bone Loss in the Lower Extremity
Segmental bone loss represents a difficult clinical entity for the treating orthopedic surgeon. This article discusses the various treatment modalities available for limb reconstruction, with a focus on the indications,…
The Treatment of Periprosthetic Femur Fractures After Total Knee Arthroplasty
Periprosthetic femur fractures after total knee arthroplasty are a rising concern; however, when properly diagnosed, they can be managed nonoperatively or operatively in the form of locking plate fixation, intramedullary…
Robotic Total Hip Arthroplasty
Modern total hip replacement is typically effective and durable, but early failures do occur. Component position influences functional outcome, durability, and risk of complications. Surgical robotics provides the detail-oriented surgeon…
Surgical Management of the Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Patient with Multiple Joint Involvement
Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) is recognized as a heterogenous group of disorders in which the common factor is persistent arthritis in at least 1 joint occurring before the age of…
Adult Reconstruction
Giles R. Scuderi, MD, Editor In this issue of Orthopedic Clinics of North America, we focus on two interesting topics. In the first article, on juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), Figgie…
MPFL Reconstruction
Patellar instability is a common problem, and medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) injury is inherent with traumatic patellar dislocations. Initial nonoperative management is focused on reconditioning and strengthening the dynamic stabilizers…
Patellar Instability
Patellar instability is a common injury that can result in significant limitations of activity and long-term arthritis. There is a high risk of recurrence in patients and operative management is…
