It is well known that bone marrow contains mesenchymal stromal cells (MSCs), which can
show osteoblastic differentiation when cultured in osteogenic medium containing ascorbic …

Giant cell tumor (GCT) of bone is a rare, benign tumor with some aggressive characteristics
such as a high recurrence rate. The tumor usually occurs in the distal radius although it has …

Background The present study aimed to determine the indications for free vascularized
fibular grafting for the treatment of osteonecrosis of the femoral head. Methods Seventy-one …

Collapse of the talar body is a serious complication of total ankle arthroplasty. As the degree
of osteoporosis increases, collapse is more likely, especially in patients with rheumatoid …

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a leading cause of death and disability in trauma patients.
Patients with TBI frequently sustain concomitant injuries in extracranial regions. The effect of …

In thumb reconstruction, a wrap-around flap transfer from the big toe gives excellent results
aesthetically and functionally; however, there may be some problems at the donor site, such …

Background Unstable sacral fractures are high-energy injuries and comprise polytrauma.
Internal fixation to enable withstanding vertical loads is required to get up early from the bed …

An 8 month old male infant with Erb's birth palsy was treated with two peripheral nerve
transfers. Except for rapid motor reinnervations, elbow flexion was obtained by an Oberlin's …

Purpose Successful cardiopulmonary resuscitation is associated with a high incidence of
chest wall injuries. However, few studies have examined chest wall injury as a risk factor for …

The burn severity depends on the wound depth and area affected. Hitherto burn depth has
been judged mainly by visual observation, although concerns have been raised about its …