Journal of Surgery

Volume 1, Issue 1, April 2013

  • Simultaneous Bilateral Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction with use of Hamstring Tendon Autografts: a Case Report

    Matjaz Sajovic

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 1, April 2013
    Pages: 1-5
    Received: Apr. 20, 2013
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    Published: Apr. 02, 2013
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    Abstract: Among patients presenting with ACL deficient knees, the incidence of bilaterality is reported to be between 2% and 4%. (1) We have presented an unusual problem of a patient with chronic bilateral ACL-deficient knees and constitutionally very thin patellar tendons. Author decided to perform one-stage bilateral ACL reconstructions using hamstring ten... Show More
  • Percutaneous Surgical Technique for Persistent Tennis Elbow: A Comparative Study

    Balalis Konstantine, Topalidou Anastasia, Silignakis Panagiotis, Ziogas Kleanthis, Balali Catherine

    Issue: Volume 1, Issue 1, April 2013
    Pages: 6-11
    Received: Apr. 11, 2013
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    Published: Apr. 02, 2013
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    Abstract: “Tennis Elbow” or Lateral Epicondylitis is a painful syndrome of the elbow which affects a large portion of the adult population, such as heavy labour workers and athletes. The aim of this comparative study is the investigation of the results of the percutaneous technique as a surgical treatment method compared to the conservative treatment for peo... Show More