ABSTRACT Non-union occurs when bone healing ceases and does not continue without some type of intervention. Classification of non-union is traditionally based on the amount of callus or bone healing at the fracture site. Successful treatment of non-union often depends on appropriate reduction and realignment of the fracture, bone grafting if necessary, and stabilization. This may not be possibl...

BACKGROUND Anterior odontoid screw fixation (AOSF) has been one of the most popular treatments for odontoid fractures. However, the true efficacy of AOSF remains unclear. In this study, we aimed to provide the pooled rates of non-union, reoperation, infection, and approach related complications after AOSF for odontoid fractures. METHODS We searched studies that discussed complications after A...

The paper presents an analysis of cases of treatment of humeral shaft fracture non-union following operative treatment. Non-union was treated by locked intramedullary nailing in all patients. Bone destruction at the fracture site is an indication for using bone grafts. In our opinion autologous bone marrow injection to the fracture site is an effective method of bone union stimulation, and this...

A survey of salaries and turnover in community-based mental health agencies in New York State shows high turnover and poor retention among direct-care staff. The survey further compares salaries and turnover in agencies that employ union workers and those that employ non-union workers, as union workers are typically able to negotiate wage increases or Cost of Living Adjustments (COLAs) with som...

We report a case of sternal non-union after open aortic valve replacement surgery in a 48-year-old man. The sternotomy was repaired using stainless steel wires and later, 'flexigrip' cables. He presented to us six months later complaining of persistent pain in the sternotomy site. CT-scan confirmed a sternal non-union. After consultation with the ultrasound device, and aortic valve manufacturer...

PURPOSE To report the outcome of fixation for delayed union or non-union posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) avulsion fractures. METHODS Seven men and 4 women aged 24 to 35 (mean, 28) years underwent lag screw or suture fixation for non-union or delayed union of avulsion fracture of PCL tibial attachment after a mean delay of 8.6 (range, 4-14) months. Patient satisfaction was assessed using a v...