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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 98-B, Issue SUPP_7 | Pages 14 - 14
1 May 2016
Alcelik I Diana G Loster N Budgen A
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Purpose

The minimally invasive surgery (MIS) approach has been popularised as an alternative to the standard open approach in acute Achilles tendon ruptures. Advocates of this technique suggest earlier functional recovery, due to less injury to the surrounding tissues. However, the critics argue that due to the reduced exposure risk and complications of such surgery are higher in comparison to the open technique.

Methods

A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised and prospective studies were conducted to compare the MIS and open surgery in acute Achilles tendon ruptures.


The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery British Volume
Vol. 88-B, Issue 5 | Pages 665 - 669
1 May 2006
Alcelik I Manik KS Sian PS Khoshneviszadeh SE

Fractures of the occipital condyle are rare. Their prompt diagnosis is crucial since there may be associated cranial nerve palsies and cervical spinal instability. The fracture is often not visible on a plain radiograph. We report the case of a 21-year-old man who sustained an occipital condylar fracture without any associated cranial nerve palsy or further injuries. We have also reviewed the literature on this type of injury, in order to assess the incidence, the mechanism and the association with head and cervical spinal injuries as well as classification systems, options for treatment and outcome.