Orthopedic surgery

  1. MRI scores rapidly differentiate pyogenic and tuberculous spondylitis
    MRI-based scoring systems rapidly differentiate pyogenic from tuberculous spondylitis, reducing inappropriate antibiotic therapy and improving clinical decision-making in spinal infections.
  2. Little Havana seniors face multiple barriers to orthopedic care
    Descriptive analysis of social determinants and orthopedic care access gaps among seniors in Little Havana, Miami, identifying insurance, transportation, language, and service availability barriers.
  3. Combined reconstruction preserved forearm mechanics after distal radius resection
    Integrated reconstruction of distal radius following oncologic resection using proximal fibular autograft and distal oblique bundle reconstruction preserves forearm mechanics.
  4. X-ray outperforms ultrasound in some spaceflight conditions
    Comparative analysis of X-ray and ultrasound imaging for space mission medical support, evaluating diagnostic capabilities against NASA IMPACT conditions to optimize spaceflight medical systems.
  5. Denosumab and curettage preserved hips in femoral giant cell tumors
    Retrospective study demonstrates successful joint preservation and favorable safety profile using denosumab with curettage for giant cell tumors of femoral head and neck.