Introduction: Giant cell tumor (GCT) of bone is a benign but locally aggressive neoplasm, commonly affecting the epiphysio-metaphyseal regions of long bones in young adults. The proximal tibia is among the most frequent sites. Management is challenging due to the tumors high recurrence potential and its location near weight-bearing joints.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFIntroduction: Pathological fractures are becoming a very common entity in routine clinical practice due to the widespread prevalence of a wide variety of primary tumors in metropolitan and rural areas. Pathological fractures are often underdiagnosed by surgeons in day-to-day practice. Managing such missed fractures in patients is a nuisance.
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April 2025
Introduction: Polydactyly of the foot, particularly pre-axial polydactyly, is a rare congenital malformation that can occur alongside various congenital anomalies and syndromes. Classification of polydactyly, such as Venn-Watson's system, aids in understanding the complexity and variability of this congenital condition.
Case Report: This case report details the presentation and surgical intervention of a 5-year-old boy with pre-axial polydactyly characterized by an accessory toe on the right foot, which had hindered his ability to walk properly since birth and his journey through surgical excision for a better stand in life.
J Orthop Case Rep
November 2024
Introduction: Osseous hemorrhage following a surgical incision or traumatic fracture can be a challenging issue to manage. During orthopedic surgeries, bone wax is frequently utilized as a surgical technique to enhance hemostasis and reduce bleeding from bone. The hemostatic effect of bone wax mostly stems from its physical characteristics.
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