Hip abductor tendon tears are a significant issue, especially among older women. These injuries can vary widely, from being an unexpected finding during imaging to a gradual, painless deterioration over time. Sometimes, they even happen as a result of hip replacement surgery. Doctors use X-rays and MRI scans to figure out what's going on. Treating these injuries is t...
Glaucoma surgery has come a long way. It is now possible to lower eye pressure with less invasive methods. One such method is the use of subconjunctival bleb-forming devices. These devices can reduce intraocular pressure more effectively than minimally invasive glaucoma surgery. They are also less aggressive than traditional surgical techniques. However, the way thes...
The Vibrant Soundbridge (VSB) is a type of hearing implant. It is used by people who struggle with regular hearing aids. Over time, the methods for putting in a VSB have improved. This has made the results better for users. Usually, the VSB processor is turned on about four weeks after surgery. This delay allows time for healing. However, recent trends in cochlear im...
So, there are two main ways doctors fix a torn ACL. One uses a graft from the hamstring muscle and a special technique to stabilize the knee. The other uses a graft from the iliotibial band and the gracilis tendon. Both methods aim to stop the knee from twisting too much. But which one is better? That's the big question. The problem is, no one has really compared th...
When it comes to fixing hidden testicles, doctors have a few tricks up their sleeves. One common issue is when the testicle is stuck high up in the body and the cord connecting it is too short. This can make surgery tricky. There are two main methods doctors use to deal with this problem. One method is called the Fowler-Stephens procedure. This is a laparoscopic...
Rheumatic mitral valve disease is a serious issue that mostly affects young adults. It's a progressive disorder that can cause severe health problems and even death. Traditional treatment involved replacing the damaged valve with a mechanical one. This can extend life, but it also requires major lifestyle changes, such as taking blood-thinning medication for life. Ho...
Ever heard of a tumor that sounds like something from a mystery novel? A solitary plasmacytoma is just that. It's a unusual tumor where malignant plasma cells cluster in one spot, either in soft tissue or bone, without causing any wider trouble in the body. Doctors took a step back and reviewed old cases to learn more about these rare chest wall tumors and the surger...
Hip impingement syndrome (FAIS) is commonly treated with arthroscopic surgery, where doctors remove bone bumps and repair the hip's soft tissue. Different doctors have different ways of doing this, using various tools and methods. They also have distinct ways to help patients recover after surgery. To find out how effective these surgeries are, researchers use someth...
Injuries to the elbow can be tricky, especially when it comes to teenagers. A particular type of elbow fracture, called coronal shear fractures, poses unique challenges for surgeons. These fractures are rare and require careful attention to blood supply, the growth plates, and ensuring the bones are aligned correctly. This study looks at several cases and discusses t...