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PRACTICE GUIDELINES
National Guideline Clearinghouse | Considerations for high-risk patients. In: II guidelines for perioperative evaluation.
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National Guideline Clearinghouse | Prevention of venous thromboembolism. American College of Chest Physicians evidence-based clinical practice guidelines (8th edition).
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First Do No Harm--To Err Is Human
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National Guideline Clearinghouse | Clinical prognostic indicators of surgical outcome in cervical spondylotic myelopathy.
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National Guideline Clearinghouse | Diabetes management in the long-term care setting.
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Orthopedic Surgery

 
 
FEATURED CONTENT

A Nation in Motion Campaign Highlights Orthopedic Conditions
May 7, 2012

A new national campaign launched by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), A Nation in Motion, highlights the value of orthopedic care.

Platelet-Rich Plasma Update: Clinical Use in Musculoskeletal Care
April 30, 2012

Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) initially was used in 1987 as a means of decreasing homologous blood product transfusions during open heart surgery.1

Widespread Practice of Defensive Medicine Reported at Orthopedic Meeting
February 9, 2012

Defensive medicine has been practiced by virtually all orthopedic surgeons, according to a study presented at the 2012 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Platelet-rich plasma, knee replacement, and vitamin D studies were reported.

Total Knee Replacement Surgeries Gaining Ground
February 23, 2012

The number of total knee replacement (TKR) surgeries has more than doubled over the past decade, bringing the total of Americans who have undergone the procedure at least once to more than 4.5 million, according to new research presented at the 2012 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons in San Francisco.

Fewer Joint Surgeries With Recent RA Diagnosis
February 23, 2012

For patients who recently received a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the rates of arthritis-related joint surgery continue to decrease, according to researchers in the departments of medicine and health sciences research at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine.

Through the Arthroscope: An Orthopedic Surgeon’s View
July 18, 2011

(VIDEO) When does groin or buttock pain underlie a musculoskeletal problem? See for yourself what can appear through the arthroscope in such a patient.

 
LATEST ARTICLES
April 3, 2012
Podcast: Hip Replacement Failure Risk--What To Tell Your Patients
The FDA will launch an intensive review of data on the safety of metal-on-metal hip implants in June, responding to yet more evidence that they present a high risk of failure and revision surgery. Listen as orthopedic surgeon William Maloney of Stanford University School of Medicine discusses the... More »
March 22, 2012
Ban on Metal-on-Metal Hip Replacements Recommended
Researchers called for a ban on future use of metal-on-metal implants for hip replacement in a review published in a recent issue of The Lancet. More »
December 8, 2011
Bisphosphonates Boost Lifespan of Lower Limb Implants in Osteoarthritis
Data from a UK patient registry show that preoperative bisphosphonates substantially reduce the likelihood that a hip or knee replacement will wear away and need to be redone later. More »
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JOURNAL SCAN
Epidemiology of musculoskeletal injury in the tennis player
bjsm.bmj.com - 5/3/12
PLoS ONE: The Cost-Effectiveness of Tuberculosis Preventive Therapy for HIV-Infected Individuals in Southern India: A Trial-Based Analysis
www.plosone.org - 4/30/12
PLoS ONE: The Incidence of Adjacent Segment Degeneration after Cervical Disc Arthroplasty (CDA): A Meta Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
www.plosone.org - 4/25/12
Diagnosis, treatment and prevention of ankle sprains: an evidence-based clinical guideline
bjsm.bmj.com - 4/20/12
PLoS ONE: System Dynamics to Model the Unintended Consequences of Denying Payment for Venous Thromboembolism after Total Knee Arthroplasty
www.plosone.org - 4/20/12

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MEDLINE
Chronic kidney disease and postoperative morbidity associated with renal dysfunction after elective orthopedic surgery.
pubmed.gov - 3/2/12
Rapid formation and resolution of cataracts following orthopedic surgery for a patient with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.
pubmed.gov - 2/2/12
Sample taking during orthopedic surgery: sensitivity and specificity using the BACTEC blood culture system.
pubmed.gov - 2/2/12
Single dose of gabapentin for prophylaxis intrathecal morphine-induced pruritus in orthopedic surgery: a randomized controlled trial.
pubmed.gov - 2/2/12
Upcoming oral factor Xa inhibitors for venous thromboembolism prophylaxis in patients undergoing major orthopedic surgery: rivaroxaban (Xarelto) and apixaban (Eliquis) review.
pubmed.gov - 1/2/12

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CLINICAL TRIALS
Orthopedic Surgery
www.musculoskeletalnetwork.com - 5/7/12
Updates on orthopaedic surgery, including joint replacement and spinal surgery such as diskectomy, from the Journal of Musculoskeletal Medicine.
Skeletal System Anatomy in Adults
emedicine.medscape.com - 5/5/12
Skeletal System Anatomy in Adults. The skeleton of the human being is a unique structure that has adapted to the needs of bipedal locomotion and erect posture.
Recognizing and Managing Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
www.musculoskeletalnetwork.com - 4/30/12
Physicians often are familiar with the clinical presentation and management of collateral ligament and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) strains or ruptures because these injuries occur somewhat frequently in active persons.
Podcast: Hip Replacement Failure Risk--What To Tell Your Patients
www.consultantlive.com - 4/3/12
The FDA will launch an intensive review of data on the safety of metal-on-metal hip implants in June, responding to yet more evidence that they present a high risk of failure and revision surgery. Listen as orthopedic surgeon William Maloney of Stanford University School of Medicine discusses the risks and the realities of hip replacement today.
Prepare for A New Paradigm in Osteoarthritis Management
www.musculoskeletalnetwork.com - 3/8/12
(AUDIO) Is there a better way to treat osteoarthritis? Rather than responding to it like a series of episodes of acute pain, what needs to be done to manage osteoarthritis like the acute condition it actually is? The president of the US Bone and Joint Initiative talks about progress toward a new paradigm.

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TOPIC INDEX


 
FROM PHYSICIANS PRACTICE
Physician Performance Goals Are Great, But Balance Is More Realistic
Jennifer Frank, MD,  May 15, 2012
Performance measurements for physicians are well-intentioned and get me to rethink how I practice. But in the end I won't make the goals, so I'll have to go with balance over perfection.
Designing the Perfect Business Card for Your Medical Practice
C. Noel Henley, MD,  May 11, 2012
Does your business card say anything substantive about the valuable work you do in your practice? Here’s how to re-design your next business card for maximum impact and engagement.
Registered Nurses an Ideal Fit for Primary Care Practices
Audrey "Christie" McLaughlin, RN,  May 10, 2012
Here are four good reasons to hire a registered nurse for your primary care practice …maybe even instead of a medical assistant.
The Five Biggest Medical Practice Marketing Mistakes
James Doulgeris,  May 10, 2012
There are best practices to marketing your practice, but often, success is more about knowing what not to do. Here are the five most common pitfalls …and how to avoid them.
Can You Practice Medicine and Manage Your Practice?
Rosemarie Nelson,  May 9, 2012
Whether you practice alone, or in a group, if you're trying to see patients in this pay-for-volume environment and also run the business of your practice, you may be missing out on important opportunities.
 
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