Episode 5. Orthopaedic Panel Discussion Posterior Malleolar Fractures & Hip Fracture Accelerated Care

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The January 2021 episode of the BJ360 Podcast features an insightful discussion led by Sarah Gill, recorded from the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow. This month’s journal club centers on the December edition of BJ360 and includes a deep dive into a prominent article on the investigation of painful joint arthroplasty authored by a team in Norwich. Sarah is joined by Andy Marsh, a pelvic and acetabular surgeon, who shares key highlights from various selected research papers pertinent to orthopedic literature. The episode elaborates on the significance of a multidisciplinary team (MDT) approach in examining the causes of pain post-arthroplasty, which are categorized into intrinsic and extrinsic factors, each with their implications for clinical management. Following that, the duo reviews a paper focused on the use of agilent plates for treating proximal tibial fractures, discussing its importance in daily clinical practices and outcomes. They also explore a cohort study from Leeds, addressing the relationship between surgical delays for open hand injuries and postoperative infection rates, concluding that delays of one to two days may be acceptable for optimizing surgical management. Additionally, the paper on posterior malleolar fractures is covered, stressing the need for precise imaging techniques and the importance of recognizing different fracture morphologies for effective treatment outcomes. Finally, a robust discussion on a multicentric study evaluating an accelerated treatment pathway for hip fractures reveals that while mortality and major complications did not significantly differ, there were positive outcomes concerning earlier mobilization and decreased length of hospital stay. The episode concludes with teaser insights into the February podcast and invites listeners to engage with the community via social media platforms.

DOI: 10.1302/3114-210582

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