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N B Ker

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PubMed1985

Tumours of the cauda equina. The problem of differential diagnosis.

A retrospective study of 32 patients with primary tumours of the cauda equina is presented. Most of the patients were initially diagnosed as having prolapsed intervertebral discs and treated accordingly. The correct diagnosis was eventually made, usually after a long delay, and confirmed by myelography. Treatment consisted of laminectomy and excision of the tumour. Only one tumour was frankly malignant; all the remaining patients were relieved of their pain and the majority recovered completely. The exceptions were those patients with long-standing neurological deficits; this highlights the importance of early diagnosis and correct treatment before irreparable damage occurs.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1984

Bone cement as an adjunct to medullary nailing in fractures of the distal third of the femur in elderly patients.

A modified method of internal fixation for fractures of the distal third of the femur in elderly patients is discussed. The procedure is also recommended for fractures due to secondary neoplasia. The method consists of medullary nailing with insertion of acrylic bone cement into the medullary canal. A series of 14 patients is presented, with an average age of 79.4 years, range 62-99 years (Table I). Two patients had suffered pathological fractures from myelomatosis; the other fractures involved the distal third of the femur which were often comminuted and/or in osteoporotic bone, thus rendering them unsuitable for more orthodox methods of fixation. Emphasis is placed on the possibility of early activity and the facilitation of nursing patients for whom long periods of rest in bed and traction should be avoided.

Aged↗
PubMed1984

A modified bone clamp.

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Fracture Fixation, Intramedullary↗