Epidemiology and outcomes of traumatic knee dislocations: Isolated vs multi-trauma injuries.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2018.02.016
Abstract: BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Traumatic dislocation of the knee (TKD) is a rare injury, accounting for approximately 0.02% of orthopaedic injuries. They are a challenging entity for orthopaedic surgeons to manage, and can have devastating consequences.… read more here.
Keywords: traumatic knee; knee dislocations; isolated multi; epidemiology ... See more keywords
Clinical and Functional Results of 119 Patients With Knee Dislocations
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DOI: 10.1097/bot.0000000000000839
Abstract: Objectives: To describe clinical results and functional outcomes of knee dislocations treated with a consistent strategy within our institution. Design: Retrospective case series. Setting: Level 1 trauma center. Patients: One hundred nineteen patients were treated… read more here.
Keywords: degrees months; knee dislocations; knee motion; clinical functional ... See more keywords
Increased Incidence of Vascular Injury in Obese Patients With Knee Dislocations
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DOI: 10.1097/bot.0000000000001027
Abstract: Objectives: With rising rates of obesity in the United States, the burden of knee dislocations in this population remains unknown. This national epidemiologic study was designed to analyze the association of obesity with closed knee… read more here.
Keywords: obese patients; morbidly obese; vascular injury; knee dislocations ... See more keywords
Successful Return to Elite Sport After Bilateral Knee Dislocations: A Case Report
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DOI: 10.1177/2325967119845017
Abstract: Knee dislocations are uncommon and occur with a reported incidence of less than 0.02% of all orthopaedic injuries. These injuries are defined by complete disruption of the integrity of the tibiofemoral articulation. They are challenging… read more here.
Keywords: successful return; knee dislocations; case; bilateral knee ... See more keywords