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Orthopedics

Original Research
12/03/2024
Brittany N. Corder, BS; Katherine C. Benedict, MD; Hannah G. Buie, BS ; Reagan M. Moak, BS ; Martin G. McCandless, BS ; Marc E. Walker, MD, MBA
This study analyzed congenital upper extremity anomalies at University of Mississippi Medical Center, identifying incidence trends from 2015-2020 using ICD codes and demographic data.
This study analyzed congenital upper extremity anomalies at University of Mississippi Medical Center, identifying incidence trends from 2015-2020 using ICD codes and demographic data.
This study analyzed congenital...
12/03/2024
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Case Report
11/08/2024
Mariel McLaughlin, MD; Dylon P. Collins, BS; Michael C. Doarn, MD; Devin W. Collins, DO
A single-stage intramedullary technique for metacarpal lengthening effectively addresses traumatic malunion, correcting malrotation and improving fist formation with minimal lag.
A single-stage intramedullary technique for metacarpal lengthening effectively addresses traumatic malunion, correcting malrotation and improving fist formation with minimal lag.
A single-stage intramedullary...
11/08/2024
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Case Report
10/23/2024
Alexander M. Germann, MD; Sharon S. Stanley, MD
A 55-year-old man experienced proximal rupture of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon while moving heavy furniture, requiring surgical repair.
A 55-year-old man experienced proximal rupture of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon while moving heavy furniture, requiring surgical repair.
A 55-year-old man experienced...
10/23/2024
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Original Research
10/17/2024
Rahul K. Nath, MD; Chandra Somasundaram, PhD
This study documents simultaneous upper trunk and long thoracic nerve injuries causing scapular winging and shoulder instability in patients.
This study documents simultaneous upper trunk and long thoracic nerve injuries causing scapular winging and shoulder instability in patients.
This study documents...
10/17/2024
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Original Research
08/26/2024
Adam M. Kurland, BA; Dominick V. Congiusta, MD, MPH; Ashley Ignatiuk, MD, MSc, FRCSC; Abram E. Kirschenbaum, MD; Michael M. Vosbikian, MD; Irfan H. Ahmed, MD
This study compares scaphoid waist fracture treatments, analyzing union rates and complications between nitinol staples and headless compression screws.
This study compares scaphoid waist fracture treatments, analyzing union rates and complications between nitinol staples and headless compression screws.
This study compares scaphoid...
08/26/2024
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Case Report
08/15/2024
Jubril Adepoju, BS; John A. Toms III, MS; Elizabeth S. O'Neill, MD, MPH; Mark Grevious, MD, MBA; Jafar Hasan, MD, MBA; Christina Tragos, MD; Matthew Doscher, MD, FACS
This case report highlights a rare mixed squamous cell and neuroendocrine tumor in the finger, emphasizing diagnostic challenges and follow-up importance.
This case report highlights a rare mixed squamous cell and neuroendocrine tumor in the finger, emphasizing diagnostic challenges and follow-up importance.
This case report highlights a...
08/15/2024
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Case Report
07/12/2024
Reed Wulbrecht, MD; Michael Doarn, MD
This case report describes a unique anatomical variant during open carpal tunnel release and ring finger trigger release.
This case report describes a unique anatomical variant during open carpal tunnel release and ring finger trigger release.
This case report describes a...
07/12/2024
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Original Research
06/18/2024
Christopher Jou, MD; Kyle J. Chepla, MD
This study compared the costs between Novosorb BTM and Integra CCS bilayer for reconstruction of upper extremity soft tissue defects.
This study compared the costs between Novosorb BTM and Integra CCS bilayer for reconstruction of upper extremity soft tissue defects.
This study compared the costs...
06/18/2024
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Original Research
06/12/2024
Justin Rock, MD; Adam Kurland, MD; Dominick V. Congiusta, MD, MPH; Omkar Baxi, MD; Michael M. Vosbikian, MD; Irfan H. Ahmed, MD
This prospective, randomized controlled study compares nail plate replacement versus non-replacement in patients undergoing nail bed repair.
This prospective, randomized controlled study compares nail plate replacement versus non-replacement in patients undergoing nail bed repair.
This prospective, randomized...
06/12/2024
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Original Research
05/07/2024
Ashley Ignatiuk, MD, MSc, FRCSC
This study compares the outcomes of treatment of scaphoid waist fractures with the use of distal radius and iliac crest bone grafts.
This study compares the outcomes of treatment of scaphoid waist fractures with the use of distal radius and iliac crest bone grafts.
This study compares the outcomes...
05/07/2024
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Original Research
03/16/2026
WRAFA is presented as a novel modification of abdominoplasty for global abdominal wall distention, demonstrating durable aesthetic improvement and low complication rates in a 30-year single-surgeon series.
WRAFA is presented as a novel modification of abdominoplasty for global abdominal wall distention, demonstrating durable aesthetic improvement and low complication rates in a 30-year single-surgeon series.
WRAFA is presented as a novel...
03/16/2026
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Case Report
02/27/2026
Trickle charging enables temporary DIEP flap perfusion via an alternate perforator after main pedicle ligation, improving operative efficiency in open and robotic bilateral reconstructions, with no flap loss or fat necrosis in 16 cases.
Trickle charging enables temporary DIEP flap perfusion via an alternate perforator after main pedicle ligation, improving operative efficiency in open and robotic bilateral reconstructions, with no flap loss or fat necrosis in 16 cases.
Trickle charging enables...
02/27/2026
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Original Research
02/04/2026
This retrospective review evaluates porcine acellular dermal xenograft interposition for failed trapeziometacarpal arthroplasty, demonstrating improved pain, function, and radiographic outcomes without complications.
This retrospective review evaluates porcine acellular dermal xenograft interposition for failed trapeziometacarpal arthroplasty, demonstrating improved pain, function, and radiographic outcomes without complications.
This retrospective review...
02/04/2026
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Original Research
01/30/2026
Molly MacIsaac, BS; Alexzandra Mattia, BS; Jordan Halsey, MD; S. Alex Rottgers, MD
Buccinator-based regional flaps (BMMF, FAMM) provide vascularized options for cleft-related oronasal fistula repair when palatal tissue is limited, emphasizing anatomy, design, and flap selection.
Buccinator-based regional flaps (BMMF, FAMM) provide vascularized options for cleft-related oronasal fistula repair when palatal tissue is limited, emphasizing anatomy, design, and flap selection.
Buccinator-based regional flaps...
01/30/2026
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Original Research
11/06/2025
Waylon Zeng, MD; Nicholas Peterman, MD; Audrey Korte, BS; Morgan Parker, BS; Anthony Capito, MD
Cohort study evaluates noninferiority of multimodal analgesia versus opioid regimens for pain following breast reduction mammoplasty and tissue expander placement following mastectomy.
Cohort study evaluates noninferiority of multimodal analgesia versus opioid regimens for pain following breast reduction mammoplasty and tissue expander placement following mastectomy.
Cohort study evaluates...
11/06/2025
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Case Report
11/06/2025
Jonathan Ruiz, MD; Jacqueline Ross, MD; Kinsey Rice, MD; Kristen Whalen, MD; Nicole K. Le, MD, MPH; Lisa Kettlestrings, PA-C; Wyatt G. Payne, MD
Rare cutaneous chin metastasis from hepatocellular carcinoma: case presentation detailing excisional planning, staged reconstruction strategy, and literature context for surgeons.
Rare cutaneous chin metastasis from hepatocellular carcinoma: case presentation detailing excisional planning, staged reconstruction strategy, and literature context for surgeons.
Rare cutaneous chin metastasis...
11/06/2025
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Original Research
11/06/2025
Dhruv Mendiratta, BS; Connor Fletcher, BS; Isabel Herzog, BA; Ashok Para, MD; Tej Joshi, MD; Michael M. Vosbikian, MD; Irfan H. Ahmed, MD
NSQIP 2006–2018 national cohort study assessing preoperative risk factors and amputation level effects on 30-day complications after upper extremity amputation.
NSQIP 2006–2018 national cohort study assessing preoperative risk factors and amputation level effects on 30-day complications after upper extremity amputation.
NSQIP 2006–2018 national cohort...
11/06/2025
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Review
10/27/2025
Sarah Moffitt, BS ; Bilal Koussayer, BS; Kristina Buller, DO; Meredith G. Moore, MD; Mariel McLaughlin, MD; Jenna Stoehr, MD; Riley Schlub, MD; Michael Doarn, MD; Jared Troy, MD
Three severe alligator-bite cases from Florida underpin a PRISMA-guided review addressing early debridement, antibiotic prophylaxis, staged reconstruction, and interdisciplinary management.
Three severe alligator-bite cases from Florida underpin a PRISMA-guided review addressing early debridement, antibiotic prophylaxis, staged reconstruction, and interdisciplinary management.
Three severe alligator-bite...
10/27/2025
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Original Research
10/09/2025
Christopher Cosgrove, MD
Evaluates single-application synthetic electrospun fiber matrix with negative pressure therapy for post-traumatic musculoskeletal soft-tissue defects requiring staged operative wound coverage.
Evaluates single-application synthetic electrospun fiber matrix with negative pressure therapy for post-traumatic musculoskeletal soft-tissue defects requiring staged operative wound coverage.
Evaluates single-application...
10/09/2025
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Original Research
10/01/2025
N. K. Sferopoulos, MD, PhD
Misdiagnosed ulnar longitudinal deficiency complicates pediatric assessment; 35-year review outlines differential diagnoses, radiographic hallmarks, and 7 instructive cases guiding evaluation.
Misdiagnosed ulnar longitudinal deficiency complicates pediatric assessment; 35-year review outlines differential diagnoses, radiographic hallmarks, and 7 instructive cases guiding evaluation.
Misdiagnosed ulnar longitudinal...
10/01/2025
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