Modified Broström Procedure for Ankle Ligament Reconstruction Achieves Good Results in Obese Patients

Terry Stanton

A study that sought to evaluate the relationship between patient BMI and postoperative functional outcomes at least two years following the modified Broström-Gould (MBG) procedure to correct chronic ankle instability (CAI) following ankle sprain found that MBG is effective across all BMI groups.

Rise of the Machines: Surgeons and Patients Benefit From 3D Printing

Nasima Mehraban, MD; Daniel D. Bohl, MD, MPH; Stephen K. Jacobson, MD; Kamran S. Hamid, MD, MPH, FAAOS

The heterogeneity of musculoskeletal anatomy and high cost of implant storage have led to the adoption of 3D printing within orthopaedic surgery.

Study Investigates Reasons for ED Visits and Readmissions after Ankle Fracture Surgery

Terry Stanton

A study examining factors affecting emergency department (ED) visits, readmissions, and reoperations within 30 days of ankle fracture surgery found that age younger than 45 years was a risk factor for early ED visits, highlighting a potential at-risk population.

Readers Observe Conflict of Interest in Hallux Valgus Article

Timothy Charlton, MD, FAAOS; Glenn Pfeffer, MD, FAAOS; Jeremy Chan, MD

We are writing regarding the recent AAOS Now article on hallux valgus correction and the use of the Lapidus procedure. Although we appreciate the attempt to highlight modern developments in hallux valgus surgery, numerous aspects of the article are concerning.