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• Total Hip Arthroplasty in Patients With Avascular Necrosis After Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation

  Posted on: 09 April, 2018

  The immunosuppressive regimens required for hematopoietic stem cell transplantation predispose recipients to complications, including avascular necrosis. Cancer-related comorbidities, immunosuppression, and poor bone quality theoretically increase the risk for perioperative medical complications, infection, and implant-related complications in total joint arthroplasty. This study reviewed 20 primary total hip arthroplasties for avascular necrosis in 14 patients.

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• Improvements in ACL surgery may help prevent knee osteoarthritis

  Posted on: 09 April, 2018

  Injury to the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in the knee frequently leads to early-onset osteoarthritis, a painful condition that can occur even if the patient has undergone ACL reconstruction to prevent its onset. A new review looks at the ability of two different reconstruction techniques to restore normal knee motion and potentially slow degenerative changes.

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• New Procedure May Replace Traditional Hip Replacement Surgery

  Posted on: 09 April, 2018

  Subchondroplasty involves an injection of bone substitute. Advocates say it’s easier, less invasive, and has a quicker recovery time.

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• Optimizing range of motion may prevent a stiff knee after TKA

  Posted on: 09 April, 2018

  When knee stiffness is confirmed, it can be treated with manipulation under anesthesia, which is successful 85% of the time.

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• Joint Replacements at Ambulatory Surgical Centers are the Next Frontier

  Posted on: 03 February, 2017

  Today many patients undergoing knee surgery or hip surgery can often go home the same day. By Eric L. Grossman, MD FAAOS, Co-Director, Joint Replacement Surgery, Orthopedics & Spine Institute, Northern Westchester Hospital.

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