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P S Fagg

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PubMed1997

Deliberate self-harm as a cause of persistent discharge from arthroscopic portals.

Persistent discharge and bleeding from arthroscopy portals are rare complications. We report three cases which occurred as a result of deliberate self-harm. To our knowledge the occurrence of self-inflicted injury following arthroscopy has not been reported. Although suspicion of such activity may be delayed we consider it important to be aware of the possibility of this behaviour and to seek specialist help early in order to reduce the likelihood of further permanent physical damage.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1996

Chronic contained rupture of an aortic aneurysm mimicking infective spondylitis.

Chronic contained rupture of an abdominal aortic aneurysm is rare. These aneurysms are small and affected patients are usually normotensive. The resultant pseudoaneurysmal sac may cause extensive vertebral erosion. Diagnosis is often delayed as the condition may present with symptoms referable to the lumbar spine. This report is of two cases where the initial diagnosis was infective spondylitis.

Aged↗
PubMed1993

Silicone granulomatous reactions after first metatarsophalangeal hemiarthroplasty.

We reviewed 55 patients (78 feet) who had undergone silicone hemiarthroplasty of the first metatarsophalangeal joint for hallux valgus (40) or hallux rigidus (38). At a mean period of 4.5 years (1 to 11), 56 feet had radiological evidence suggestive of silicone granulomatous disease. The frequency and severity of the changes increased with time from the operation. Histological material from three revisions confirmed the presence of silicone granulomata. We recommend that the operation of silicone hemiarthroplasty for hallux valgus and hallux rigidus be abandoned.

Female↗
PubMed1992

Undisplaced fractures of the distal third of the radius in children: an innocent fracture?

A series of 107 undisplaced or minimally displaced distal third radial fractures in children were assessed to try to identify the incidence and the factors associated with displacement. Of 27 fractures showing a volar (pronation) pattern, there were no cases of progression of the deformity. Of the 80 fractures showing a dorsal (supination) pattern, 22.5 per cent progressed. Of the unicortical fractures, 13.6 per cent showed a progression of the deformity compared with 47.6 per cent of the bicortical fractures. Of the unicortical fractures, 7.1 per cent of those showing a dorsal buckle displaced compared with 29.4 per cent of those with a cortical breach.

Casts, Surgical↗
PubMed1991

Trans-radial styloid, trans-scaphoid, trans-triquetral perilunate dislocation.

A rare case of trans-radial styloid, trans-scaphoid, trans-triquetral perilunate dislocation is described. The injury was treated by reduction and internal fixation using a Herbert screw and Kirschner wire. A good functional result was achieved. A review of the literature illustrates that early surgery is recommended. Alternative surgical approaches are discussed.

Accidents, Traffic↗
PubMed1988

Wrist pain in the Madelung's deformity of dyschondrosteosis.

Madelung's deformity is the most recognizable clinical manifestation of dyschondrosteosis. The natural history of the painful wrist in this condition has not been well documented and a study of nineteen patients is reported, with a review of the literature on the surgical treatment.

Adolescent↗