Current trends in operative treatment of carpometacarpal osteoarthritis: a survey of European hand surgeons
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DOI: 10.1007/s00238-019-01528-8
Abstract: BackgroundSurgical practice patterns in operative treatment of carpometacarpal (CMC-1) osteoarthritis (OA) have been evaluated in the USA repeatedly. This study evaluates the current surgical patterns in the treatment of isolated CMC-1 OA among hand surgeons… read more here.
Keywords: treatment carpometacarpal; hand surgeons; treatment; osteoarthritis ... See more keywords
Advocacy and the Hand Surgeon: Why and How.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.hcl.2020.01.010
Abstract: This article explains and gives examples of the importance of political advocacy for hand surgeons at the federal and state levels. Two health care leaders who are also hand surgeons, one now serving as a… read more here.
Keywords: hand; hand surgeons; hand surgeon; advocacy hand ... See more keywords
The Role of the Hand Surgeon in Microsurgery in Brazil ∗
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DOI: 10.1055/s-0039-1692433
Abstract: Objective This study evaluates the conditions for microvascular procedures found by hand surgeons in Brazilian clinical practices. Methodology A prospective, observational, and analytical primary clinical research conducted during the 37 th Brazilian Congress of Hand… read more here.
Keywords: compensation; hand surgeons; years years; hand ... See more keywords
Attitudes of Hand Surgeons and Hand Reconstruction Patients Toward Hand Allotransplantation in Taiwan.
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DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000002171
Abstract: BACKGROUND Recent advances in immunosuppressive protocols have increasingly made hand allotransplantation a realistic reconstructive option with more than 100 cases performed worldwide. While attitudes toward allotransplantation have been assessed for North American surgeons and patients… read more here.
Keywords: hand surgeons; hand; hand allotransplantation; allotransplantation ... See more keywords
A National Survey of Hand Surgeons: Understanding the Rural Landscape.
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DOI: 10.1177/15589447211058811
Abstract: BACKGROUND Twenty percent of the US population is described as being rural and may have limited access to hand surgeons, especially on an emergency basis. Little is known about case type, call hours, employment status,… read more here.
Keywords: survey; surgery; hand surgeons; hand ... See more keywords
Using Sentiment Analysis to Understand What Patients Are Saying About Hand Surgeons Online.
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DOI: 10.1177/15589447211060439
Abstract: BACKGROUND Physician review websites have influence on a patient's selection of a provider. Written reviews are subjective and difficult to quantitatively analyze. Sentiment analysis of writing can quantitatively assess surgeon reviews to provide actionable feedback… read more here.
Keywords: analysis; using sentiment; hand surgeons; sentiment ... See more keywords
Hand Surgeons' Understanding of Partial Hand Prostheses: Results of a National Survey Study.
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DOI: 10.1177/15589447211068185
Abstract: PURPOSE Partial hand amputations are devastating injuries that often negatively affect individuals and communities. Partial hand prostheses can mitigate the burdens of living with an amputation, especially when reconstruction alone cannot restore form or function.… read more here.
Keywords: survey; surgeons understanding; hand surgeons; hand ... See more keywords
Impact of COVID-19 on the Work, Health, and Quality of Life of Brazilian Hand Surgeons.
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DOI: 10.1177/15589447221081871
Abstract: BACKGROUND To evaluate the impact of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on the clinical practice, health, and quality of life of Brazilian hand surgeons when only essential services and emergency procedures were being provided. METHOD A… read more here.
Keywords: health quality; hand; impact; hand surgeons ... See more keywords
Fixing Hands, Breaking Backs: The Ergonomics and Physical Detriment of the Hand Surgeon.
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DOI: 10.1177/15589447221126765
Abstract: BACKGROUND Work-related musculoskeletal disorders in surgeons have been well documented. Hand surgeons, however, represent a unique population of surgical subspecialists due to frequent use of operative magnification. Thus, we aim to examine the contributing factors,… read more here.
Keywords: fixing hands; hand; surgery; hand surgeons ... See more keywords
HOW DO BOARD-CERTIFIED HAND SURGEONS MANAGE CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME? A NATIONAL SURVEY
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DOI: 10.1590/1413-785220182601181880
Abstract: ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate tendencies in the planning, diagnosis, and treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) by Brazilian hand surgery specialists. Methods: This cross-sectional study was performed at the 36th Brazilian Hand Surgery Congress. We… read more here.
Keywords: board certified; hand surgeons; tunnel syndrome; hand ... See more keywords
Social Media Use Among Hand Surgeons.
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DOI: 10.52965/001c.38324
Abstract: Background Recently social media use within healthcare has increased significantly. Today, it is common for patients to browse the Internet, including physicians' social media pages, to learn about their medical conditions and search for providers.… read more here.
Keywords: social media; practice; hand; hand surgeons ... See more keywords