- Podcast
- 13/10/2020
- UK
Episode 2. Orthopaedic Panel Discussion: Humeral Nonunions and Neck of Femur Fractures in COVID
Description
The transcript details part two of the September 2020 BJJ360 Podcast, featuring discussions among Professor Ben Oliverre, Brett Rocos, and the host regarding several research papers relevant to clinical practice. The podcast highlights three main topics related to trauma, children's health, and research contributions:
1. **Trauma Insights** - A paper from Adelaide discusses the prevalence of rotational malalignment in tibial fractures after intramedullary nailing, indicating a 25% occurrence rate of a 15-degree or greater discrepancy compared to the uninjured leg. The results highlight the need for improved alignment in surgical practices.
2. **Children's Health** - A paper from San Francisco examines factors predicting contralateral slips in slipped capital femoral epiphysis (SUFEs) in children. Key predictors include age below 11 years, Oxford score lower than 20, and an epiphyseal angle below 21 degrees, suggesting a 70% risk of subsequent slipping when these factors are present.
3. **Bacterial Infection Research** - A paper from China evaluates bacterial profiles in open fractures, revealing significant variability between initial and later cultures in cases of infection, advocating for better preemptive management strategies for these patients.
As the discussion continues, they transition into future research directions, including the implications of surgical intervention versus conservative management strategies. They highlight the importance of understanding statistical methodologies in medical studies and the potential societal impacts of COVID-19 on patient care, particularly for vulnerable populations. Ben Oliverre and Brett Rocos contribute richly to the dialogue with insights from their expertise, making the podcast both informative and engaging for listeners interested in the latest developments in orthopedic and trauma care.