Noticias April 15, 2022 Osteoporosis in COVID-19 Mayo specialists share creative clinical solutions to balance the benefits of uninterrupted treatment with the risks of exposure to COVID-19 and its variants. Feb. 25, 2022 Combined neurosurgical and orthopedic training facilitates complex spinal surgery Mayo Clinic neurosurgeons apply skills acquired through combined neurosurgical and orthopedic fellowship training in spinal procedures. The complementary skill sets optimize patient care. Feb. 21, 2022 Vertebral body tethering: Another option for treating scoliosis in children ROCHESTER, Minn. — Fusion surgery has been the long-standing treatment for people with scoliosis - a side-to-side curve of the spine. But other options have become available — including vertebral body tethering for childre[...] Feb. 09, 2022 Managing complex distal radial fractures Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeons collaborate with other specialists to manage the care of individuals with comorbidities that can increase the risks of wrist surgery. Feb. 09, 2022 Success with ultrasound-guided aspirations of hip arthroplasties Orthopedic surgeons apply a technique developed at Mayo Clinic that yields sufficient synovial fluid for culture in most patients, including individuals with high body mass index. Feb. 09, 2022 Foot and ankle care: From sports medicine to complex anomalies Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, employs a patient-centered approach that helps injured athletes return to play and young people with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease gain optimal foot and ankle function. Feb. 09, 2022 Managing post-surgical pain without opioids Mayo Clinic's nonopioid protocol, used for anterior cruciate ligament reconstructions, meniscus surgeries, and labral and rotator cuff repairs, comprises preoperative analgesics, intraoperative local infiltration analge[...] Feb. 09, 2022 Managing weight and diabetes before joint replacement surgery Reducing the risk of postoperative infections in patients with underlying conditions who have hip or knee replacements requires balancing individuals' desire for pain-relieving joint replacements with surgeons' desire t[...] Jan. 18, 2022 Identifying best candidates with avascular necrosis for regenerative alternative to hip replacement A regenerative alternative to total hip replacement delayed the need for artificial implants by at least seven years for 35% of patients who had surgery for avascular necrosis. Aug. 06, 2021 Young adult hip and pelvic conditions: Comprehensive approach for optimal care The multidisciplinary team in the Young Hip Clinic can provide precise diagnoses for individuals with hip and pelvic problems. A range of treatment options — including operative and nonoperative management —[...] Aug. 06, 2021 Successful transition to outpatient total joint arthroplasty Mayo Clinic's multidisciplinary care team is performing more outpatient total hip and knee arthroplasty procedures. Same-day physical therapy and patient education help patients to go home quickly. Aug. 06, 2021 New directions for orthopedic surgery research Mayo Clinic's chair of Orthopedic Surgery Research discusses artificial intelligence and other research goals, including cartilage regeneration and the prevention and treatment of orthopedic infections. Aug. 06, 2021 Ankle injuries: Seeking stability and a return to activity Mayo Clinic treats up to 250 patients with ankle fractures a year. As treatment modalities evolve, orthopedic surgeons take an individualized approach. Aug. 06, 2021 3D printing for joint reconstruction in compromised bone Mayo Clinic routinely uses sophisticated technology to re-create a patient's bony defects, facilitating surgical correction to restore joint function. Aug. 06, 2021 Sports analytics: Identifying at-risk athletes before injuries occur Mayo Clinic's work with the Minnesota Twins on Tommy John and soft tissue injuries exemplifies the use of sports analytics to maximize athletic performance. Feb. 20, 2021 Multidisciplinary and coordinated approach to limb lengthening care Lengthening rods, external fixation, and other implantable devices made from metals or polyether ether ketone polymers can change limb angles in children and adults. Feb. 20, 2021 Rotator cuff repair: Working toward a biologic treatment Mayo Clinic's Center for Regenerative Medicine is working to develop electrospun fibers that, when surgically inserted, can promote tendon healing. Feb. 20, 2021 Mayo surgeons' deployments: Benefits for military and civilian patients Patient volume and the acuity of injuries seen at Mayo Clinic make orthopedic specialists well prepared for deployment. They also bring new techniques from their military experience back to Mayo. Feb. 20, 2021 Optimizing hip care: Mayo's narrow yet wide approach When patients with hip pain have structural problems that need to be addressed, Mayo orthopedic specialists can do both arthroscopic and open surgery in a single stage. Feb. 16, 2021 Artificial intelligence: Potential to improve knee arthritis care Artificial intelligence can identify and classify knee osteoarthritis on radiographs as accurately as surgeons. It has the potential to decrease inaccurate assessments and improve outcomes for patients. Feb. 16, 2021 Spinal implant infections: Enhanced diagnosis and prevention At Mayo Clinic, a bundled set of simple, cost-effective protocols reduced the rate of surgical site infection (SSI) after spinal procedures by 67% over 10 years. Feb. 16, 2021 Pedicle screw placement: Robotic assistance for greater precision Accurate placement of pedicle screws is key to avoiding the potential complications of spinal fusion surgery and improving overall spinal fixation. Feb. 16, 2021 Vertebral column resection: Multidisciplinary approach to complex spinal deformity Orthopedic surgeons routinely work alongside neurosurgeons and other specialists to optimize outcomes and enhance patient safety in complex procedures such as vertebral column resection (VCR). Feb. 16, 2021 Revision ACL surgery: A comprehensive approach Bruce A. Levy, M.D., an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, discusses Mayo's approach to revision anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) surgery. Feb. 16, 2021 Patient-specific instrumentation for shoulder arthroplasty Sophisticated preoperative planning and the use of patient-specific instrumentation are key to optimizing glenoid component choice and position and maximizing surgical outcomes. Feb. 16, 2021 Executing the preoperative plan: Computer-guided shoulder arthroplasty Mayo Clinic uses computer-guided intraoperative navigation to help ensure the proper placement of glenoid components. Feb. 16, 2021 Incisionless, ultrasound-guided approach for carpal tunnel release Mayo Clinic orthopedic surgeons perform thread ultrasound-guided carpal tunnel release under local anesthesia, reducing patient recovery times. Jan. 19, 2021 Comprehensive, innovative approach provides novel treatment and specialized care for patients with pediatric scoliosis Mayo Clinic pediatric spine surgeons perform complex tumor, deformity and spine surgeries for patients with severe conditions that require a team-based approach to treatment. March 27, 2020 Novel technique for extensor mechanism augmentation Benefits of the free four-stranded graft include the addition of autogeneic tissue, decreased risk of patellar fracture, fewer hardware complications and accelerated rehabilitation. March 27, 2020 Promoting healing: Vascularized bone transfer for spine and pelvis reconstruction Mayo orthopedic surgeons use free vascularized fibula grafts for reconstruction after tumor resection in the spine and pelvis, with a successful union in more than 90% of patients. March 27, 2020 Multidisciplinary management of congenital hand anomalies Early referral is key to optimal outcomes for children with congenital hand anomalies. Mayo specialists coordinate to provide their best recommendations for diagnosis, treatment and emotional support. March 27, 2020 Salvage surgery for failed toe joint replacement A unique revision surgery for people who experience a failed first metatarsophalangeal joint replacement involves removal of the implant and reconstruction of the great toe to restore function and relieve pain. March 27, 2020 Navigating the hope and hype of regenerative medicine For patients who aren't good candidates for orthopedic surgery and haven't responded to physical therapy or steroid or hyaluronic acid injections, orthobiologics may fill the treatment gap. March 27, 2020 Saphenous nerve neuroma after total knee arthroplasty About 20% of patients who have a total knee arthroplasty are dissatisfied, often due to residual pain. The cause frequently turns out to be an infrapatellar saphenous nerve neuroma. Jan. 31, 2020 Teamwork, technology give hope to kids with hand anomalies Mayo Clinic Children's Center brings broad experience in microsurgery, bone lengthening and straightening, free tissue transfer, and infant and pediatric prosthetics to provide integrated care for children with hand ano[...] Sept. 24, 2019 Spinal care: Team approach at the bedside and in the lab Mayo Clinic's orthopedic surgeons work alongside neurosurgeons and ENT surgeons to optimize the results of complex procedures. Sept. 24, 2019 Foot and ankle surgery: Helping patients reach their goals Mayo Clinic's orthopedic surgeons specializing in foot and ankle procedures can help athletes to safely achieve their goals. Sept. 24, 2019 Back pain after back surgery: The SI joint and adjacent segment disease Mayo Clinic's approach focuses on the sacroiliac (SI) joint, an underrecognized source of pain. The SI joint can react adversely to increased forces after spinal fusion. Sept. 24, 2019 Soft tissue sarcoma: Technology and expertise to improve care Wound-healing complications are common after surgical resection for soft tissue sarcoma. Intraoperative fluorescence angiography assesses blood flow and tissue perfusion, allowing for the surgical removal of nonviable t[...] Sept. 24, 2019 EMG with motion analysis optimizes care for upper motor neuron syndrome A Mayo Clinic laboratory uses dynamic electromyography with motion analysis to identify candidates for muscle transfer surgery. The procedure can help restore upper-body function and reduce pain. Sept. 24, 2019 Determining the optimal approach for proximal humeral fractures Mayo Clinic's orthopedic surgeons have experience with both surgical repair and reverse total shoulder replacement. The breadth of available options facilitates individualized treatment. Dec. 29, 2018 New option for massive irreparable rotator cuff tears Orthopedic surgeons use an acellular human dermal allograft to perform superior capsule reconstruction (SCR) and employ the leftover allograft to resurface the undersurface of the acromion, providing more-durable outcom[...] Dec. 29, 2018 Novel stem cell therapy for repair of knee cartilage A unique approach to repairing knee cartilage mixes donor mesenchymal stem cells from the Mayo Clinic Center for Regenerative Medicine stem cell bank with recycled autologous cells to quickly obtain enough cells to fill[...] Dec. 22, 2018 Hip arthroscopy: Focus on underlying abnormalities Mayo Clinic's comprehensive, evidence-based approach to hip arthroscopy focuses on correcting the underlying bony abnormalities that drive the process of labral tears. Dec. 22, 2018 Improved technique for extensor mechanism reconstruction A new technique for extensor mechanism reconstruction after total knee arthroplasty relies on a stepwise approach that helps ensure that the mesh is properly incorporated into the host soft tissues. Dec. 22, 2018 Cervical spine surgery: Intraoperative monitoring to avoid complications Routine use of somatosensory- and motor-evoked potentials and electromyography allows a multidisciplinary team of orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, physiatrists and electrophysiologists to monitor nerve pathways and pr[...] Sept. 18, 2018 Pediatric limb salvage: Team approach to orthopedic oncology Mayo Clinic specialists work together to maximize outcomes for children with long bone sarcomas. Sept. 18, 2018 Upper extremity reconstruction in tetraplegia Mayo Clinic uses standard hand surgical techniques to increase patients' independence after spinal cord injuries. Sept. 18, 2018 UCL injuries: Defining risk and improving treatment Mayo Clinic is working to prevent ulnar collateral ligament injuries, and to tailor treatment to an individual athlete's needs. Sept. 18, 2018 Less invasive approach to lumbar fusion The new technique allows surgeons to avoid the extensive soft tissue and muscle dissection associated with open surgery. Sept. 18, 2018 Customized implants for knee replacements The customized implants work more precisely with the patient's ligaments and tendons, avoiding off-the-shelf compromises. April 20, 2018 Complex foot deformities: A case study Complex foot and ankle deformities are challenging for both physicians and patients. Surgeons must take into account not only the type, location and severity of the deformity, but also patient goals and level of social [...] March 20, 2018 Robotic full knee replacement in Florida Accurate balance of ligaments and soft tissue is key to successful full knee replacement. Robot-assisted technology provides intraoperative information to help achieve that balance, increasing patients' satisfaction wit[...] March 20, 2018 Total elbow replacement: Matching the success of hips and knees A prosthetic elbow developed at Mayo Clinic has minimal rates of revision, offering a stable and durable joint replacement for people with debilitating elbow injuries. Feb. 25, 2017 Distal radius fractures in older versus younger patients The goal of treatment is to restore the previous level of function with minimal risk, but the appropriate treatment may vary, depending on the patient's age and activity level, existing medical conditions, bone quality,[...] Sept. 23, 2016 Minimally invasive spine surgery: Hit or miss? The goal of minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) is to achieve outcomes equivalent to open surgery while minimizing soft tissue damage. Although pain and recovery times are often reduced in MISS, long-term outcomes a[...] Combining expertise to treat traumatic injuries advances-in-articular-cartilage-defect-management Specialized care for infected joints Direct anterior hip arthroplasty In-office arthroscopy for diagnosing knee pathology Profesionales médicos Orthopedic Surgery news