12 Contraindications of High Tibial Osteotomy(HTO)

Contraindications of high tibial osteotomy (HTO) are numerous. One needs to be aware of them before planning the procedure. To define, high tibial osteotomy is a very rewarding procedure for uni-compartmental osteoarthritis of the knee joint. Contraindications of High Tibial Osteotomy are Narrowing of lateral compartment cartilage space Lateral tibial subluxation more than 1cm Medial… Continue reading 12 Contraindications of High Tibial Osteotomy(HTO)

Quorum sensing and its 11 importances

According to Rutherford, S. T., & Bassler, B. L., quorum sensing is a process of cell–cell communication. It allows bacteria to share information about cell density and adjust gene expression accordingly. Quorum sensing occurs in response to extracellular signaling molecules called autoinducers. These autoinducers are acylated homoserine lactones in gram negative bacteria. On the other… Continue reading Quorum sensing and its 11 importances

Age related changes in bone (13 changes)to know

Age related changes in bone occur before birth till death. The changes from utero to childhood to maturity and till adults are presented here. Age related changes in bone is a must know topic for all orthopedic surgeons. It is equally important to all residents for gaining knowledge and passing exams as well. We present… Continue reading Age related changes in bone (13 changes)to know

Severity of hemophilia (3 grades) you must know

Severity of hemophilia is a must know topic for all medical professionals. There are three grades on the basis of severity and these are Mild – In this grade; 6 to 30% clotting factors are present Moderate – 1-5% Severe – less than 1% You might also like Types of hemophilia Orthopedic Management Principles in… Continue reading Severity of hemophilia (3 grades) you must know

7 Orthopedic management principles in hemophilia

7 orthopedic management principles in hemophilia are must know for all orthopedic practitioners. Post and Telfer in 1975, enlisted these 7 principles. These are As many procedures at one surgical session the patient can tolerate  Meticulous aseptic technique and pneumatic tourniquets whenever possible Tight, careful wound closure to avoid dead space Avoidance of electrocautery –… Continue reading 7 Orthopedic management principles in hemophilia

Types of hemophilia (4 Types) you must know

Types of hemophilia are extremely important to know. It will help you in every levels of your medical career. Here are those 4 types Hemophilia A Hemophilia B Hemophilia C Parahemophilia Short Description of these types of hemophilia Hemophilia A This is an X-linked recessive hereditary coagulation disorder. It occurs due to the deficiency or… Continue reading Types of hemophilia (4 Types) you must know

5 points on definition of Cerebral Palsy

Definition of Cerebral Palsy (CP) is important for every medical student. It is also important for orthopedic and pediatric surgeons. Definition of Cerebral Palsy group of permanent disorders of the development of movement and posture, causing activity limitation, that are attributed to non-progressive disturbances that occur in the developing fetal or infant brain. Term History… Continue reading 5 points on definition of Cerebral Palsy

7 must know points on lateral longitudinal arch

Lateral longitudinal arch of the foot is an elastic, dome shaped structure on the lateral aspect of your foot. Other arches of the foot are medial longitudinal, anterior transverse and posterior transverse arches 7 must know anatomical points of lateral longitudinal arch of foot Bones forming the arch are calcaneus, cuboid, 4th and 5th metatarsals… Continue reading 7 must know points on lateral longitudinal arch

7 must know points on medial longitudinal arch

Medial longitudinal arch is a dome shaped, spring like structure on the medial aspect of your foot. It is a distinguishing feature of human beings. Other arches of the foot are lateral longitudinal, anterior transverse and posterior transverse arches 7 anatomical facts about the medial longitudinal arch Bones forming the arch are: calcaneum, talus, navicular,… Continue reading 7 must know points on medial longitudinal arch