During the surgical resolution of intertrochanteric and subtrochanteric hip fractures on an orthopedic table, a fluoroscope needs to be used in orthogonal planes. This requires that the contralateral leg does not obstruct ...

Background: Surgical treatment of lower extremity fractures commonly involves the use of orthopedic table with perineal post for countertraction. However, prolonged application of the perineal post has been associated with ...

Background International guidelines promote preoperative education for patients undergoing orthopedic surgery. However, the evidence sustaining these recommendations comes mainly from studies for hip and knee replacement ...

Prosthesis plays an important role in a rehabilitation process, as it is a therapeutic technological resource capable of expanding the functional capabilities of the person with amputation. However, the orthopedic workshops ...

Background: Pediatric fractures are one of the most common traumatic injuries in children. Previous studies show its high impact on infant morbidity and mortality. The increase in its incidence requires adequate knowledge ...

Determinar el nivel sérico de la fosfatasa alcalina sérica y su relación con la edad ósea, como alternativa de indicador biológico de la edad esquelética de los pacientes con necesidad de tratamiento ortodóntico u ...

It is important to estimate both chronological age (CA) and maturational age of an individual, in order to perform orthopedic treatment or surgery, and in cases of lost documentation. Use of dental age (DA) for these ...

Background: the management of post-surgical pain is a problem we face every day in the hospital setting. The importance of adequate control resides in the emergence of new techniques and procedures where the epidural ...