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  2. 1. Arthroscopy in the upper extremity

    Author : Lars Adolfsson; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

    Abstract : This stndy comprising six separate papers, is concerned with the techniques of, and bevaluation of arthroscopy as a diagnostic and therapeutic tool in different pathologic conditions in the upper extremity.Arthroscopy proved to increase diagnostic accuracy in 177 examined patients with anterior shoulder instability or shoulder pain. READ MORE

  4. 2. Scaphoid Fractures - epidemiology, diagnosis and treatment

    Author : Peter Jörgsholm; Malmö Handkirurgi; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Scaphoid fracture; carpal fracture; paediatric; radiography; CT; MRI; arthroscopy; scapholunate ligament injury; radial comminution; surgical treatment; conservative treatment; fracture union;

    Abstract : Abstract The scaphoid is the most commonly fractured carpal bone. The diagnosis is difficult and untreated the long-term results are poor. Approximately 10% do not unite even if they are treated properly. The aim of this thesis was to study scaphoid fracture epidemiology, diagnosis and treatment. READ MORE

  5. 3. Clinical and radiographic outcome of meniscectomy and meniscus repair in the stable knee

    Author : Peter Rockborn; Thomas Fridén; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : Arthroscopy; Meniscectomy; Meniscus Repair; Follow-up; Arthrosis; MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

    Abstract : Increasing knowledge about the function of the meniscus and arthroscopy have made meniscus surgery more conservative. Arthroscopy was developed during the 70's and enabled the surgeon to select the most appropriate and tissue conserving therapy for a meniscus lesion. READ MORE

  6. 4. Long term prognosis of intraarticular knee injuries

    Author : Wolfgang Maletius; Stefan Lohmander; Linköpings universitet; []
    Keywords : knee joint; knee function; sports injury; arthroscopy; meniscus; anterior cruciate ligament; articular cartilage; osteoarthrosis; activity level; quality of life; MEDICINE; MEDICIN;

    Abstract : Intraarticular knee injuries, still are a challenge for proper treatment in Sports Medicine today .The increasing life expectancy as well as the patient expectation to maintain a sufficiant physical activity up to high ages gives the topic an increasing publicity. READ MORE

  7. 5. Patellar and Achilles tendinopathy : sclerosing injections and ultrasound guided arthroscopic shaving

    Author : Lotta Willberg; Håkan Alfredson; Jerker Sandelin; Umeå universitet; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; arthroscopy; jumper’s knee; sclerosing injection; tendinopathy; ultrasound; Orthopaedics; ortopedi;

    Abstract : Chronic painful tendinopathy is a common cause for elite- and recreational athletes to stop or decrease the level of their sports activity. Recent research on innervation patterns, histopathology and possible pain mechanisms in tendons has led to an increased knowledge about the chronic painful tendon. READ MORE