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Health Articles
Health Articles
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Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Reconstruction
This surgical procedure replaces a damaged posterior cruciate ligament (PCL). The PCL is a band of tissue that connects the femur to the tibia inside the knee.
Patellofemoral Replacement
This surgical procedure removes portions of damaged cartilage on the femur in the knee joint that have been rubbing against the underside of the patella, causing pain and loss of mobility.
Partial Meniscectomy
The meniscus is a cushion of cartilage. There are two in each knee. If one of these shock absorbers is worn out or hurt, you may need a partial meniscectomy to remove the damaged areas.
Partial Knee Replacement (using OXFORD® implant)
Unlike total knee replacement surgery, this less invasive procedure replaces only the damaged or arthritic parts of the knee.
OrthoGlide® Medial Knee Implant
In this outpatient procedure, the surgeon inserts a thin metal implant to resurface lost or moderately damaged cartilage on the inner side of the knee joint, called the medial compartment.
Cubital Tunnel Release at the Elbow
This outpatient procedure, performed under general or regional anesthesia, alleviates compression of the ulnar nerve. This nerve travels along the inner side of the elbow and down to the hand.
Periacetabular Osteotomy
This noninvasive, outpatient exam is used to measure how quickly nerves conduct electrical signals through the body. NCS is a valuable technique for diagnosing nerve damage. If damage exists, NCS can help a physician find its source.
Partial Hip Resurfacing (Wright)
This surgery replaces the diseased and damaged parts of the femur (thigh bone) with a metal ball component.
Mini Total Hip Replacement
This procedure uses a small incision to replace the diseased and damaged portion of the hip joint.
Large Bearing Metal-On-Metal Mini Total Hip
This procedure uses a small incision to replace the diseased and damaged portion of the hip joint.
Internal Screw Fixation for Slipped Capital Femoral Epiphysis (SCFE)
This surgical procedure is used to stabilize a femoral head that has slipped off the neck of the femur. One or more screws are inserted through the neck and into the femoral head.
Hip Hemiarthroplasty (Unipolar)
This surgical procedure replaces the head of a damaged femur with an implant designed to stabilize the femur and restore hip function.
Hip Hemiarthroplasty (Bipolar)
This surgical procedure replaces the head of a damaged femur with an implant designed to stabilize the femur and restore hip function.
Hip Fracture Treatment with Surgical Screws
This surgical procedure uses metal surgical screws to repair a fracture of the femur. This procedure is typically used for patients who have minimal damage to the bone and minimal shifting from the fracture.
Hip Arthroscopy
This outpatient procedure is an examination of the inside of the hip joint. The surgeon uses miniature instruments and a small camera (called an arthroscope) to see inside the joint.
Femur Fracture Fixation with Intramedullary Rod
This surgical procedure stabilizes severe fractures of the femur by placing a metal rod into the center of the femur.
Femur Fracture Fixation with Dynamic Hip Screw
This surgical procedure uses a metal plate and screws to repair a fractured femur. It retains the femoral head, allowing for more natural movement of the hip joint.
Femur Fracture Fixation (Stryker® Gamma Nail)
This procedure stabilizes severe fractures of the femur with a metal rod and screws implanted into the center of the bone. This system provides great strength while the bone heals.
Core Decompression for Avascular Necrosis of the Hip
This procedure treats avascular necrosis by removing degenerated and dead bone tissue and creating room for new, healthy tissue to grow. It typically works best for people who are in the earliest stages of the disease.
Computer-Assisted Hip Replacement Surgery
In this minimally invasive surgical procedure, the surgeon replaces the hip joint with the aid of a computer guidance system. The system aids the surgeon in preparing and aligning the joint with the highest degree of accuracy.
