Background Different diagnostic imaging modalities, such as ultrasonography (US), MRI, MR arthrography (MRA) are commonly used for the characterisation of rotator cuff (RC) disorders. Since the most ...

Objective To assess the long term efficacy of arthroscopic subacromial decompression (ASD) versus placebo surgery (diagnostic arthroscopy) and exercise therapy in patients with subacromial pain ...

Despite the excellent survivorship of many implants on national joint registries for total knee arthroplasty (TKA), between 15 and 30% of patients report pain after their primary procedure (1).

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

1 Radiology Department, SEHA, Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. 2 Internal Medicine Department, SEHA, Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. 3 ...

Undergoeing surgery is one of life's most daunting experiences, with every stage bringing its own share of challenges. Each stage of the perioperative period can generate anxiety and nervousness in ...

In the current study, we performed a systematic review and meta-analysis regarding the comparison of accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity of the techniques in diagnosing SSC tendon tears. Also, we ...

Femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS) is an increasingly prevalent pathology in young and active patients, that has contributing factors from both abnormal hip morphology as well as abnormal ...

3 Department of Clinical Research, Copenhagen University Hospital Hvidovre, Hvidovre, Denmark This statement summarises and appraises the evidence on diagnostic tests and clinical information, and non ...

Perioperative nurses provide care for patients in the period prior to and right after surgery or intervention procedures. Perioperative nursing encompasses a variety of specialty roles including ...