Evaluating ChatGPT-4o as a decision support tool in multidisciplinary sarcoma tumor boards: heterogeneous performance across various specialties by Tekoshin Ammo, Vincent G. J. Guillaume, Ulf Krister Hofmann, Norma M. Ulmer, Nina Buenting, Florian Laenger, Justus P. Beier, Tim Leypold

“…These recommendations were independently assessed by a multidisciplinary panel, consisting of an orthopedic surgeon, plastic surgeon, radiation oncologist, radiologist, and pathologist. …”
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Healthcare Delivery among Yoruba Bonesetters in Southwest Nigeria and the Need for Collaboration with Orthodox Orthopedic Healthcare Services: A Mixed Method Study by Soladoye S. Asa, Matthew O. Ilori, Lawrence A. Akinyoola

“…The proportion of orthopedic surgeons who had ever thought of a possible interaction between TBS and orthopedic surgeons was 80.0% while 86.7% would advise the establishment of such interaction. …”
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Quantifying Patient Demand for Orthopedics Care by Region Through Google Trends Analysis: Descriptive Epidemiology Study by Abram Qiu, Kristopher Meadows, Fei Ye, Osasu Iyawe, Kenneth Kenneth-Nwosa

“…ObjectiveWe analyzed publicly available online data to assess the correlation between the supply of orthopedic surgeons and patient demand across the United States. …”
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Evaluation of supraspinatus muscle-to-fat infiltration for rotator cuff tear patients using dual-energy computed tomography by Naoki Takatori, MD, PhD, Yoshiyasu Uchiyama, MD, PhD, Takeshi Imai, MD, PhD, Masahiko Watanabe, MD, PhD

“…Methods: This study examined 44 patients (49 shoulders; 21 men, 23 women; mean age, 69 years) who underwent magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and dual-energy CT. Three orthopedic surgeons evaluated fatty infiltration of the Ssp using the Goutallier classification of MRI, and three orthopedic surgeons measured attenuation (in Hounsfield units) for the same slice using dual-energy CT. …”
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Combined Acetabulum Fracture and Hip Dislocation in an 18-Year-Old Female at 35-Week Gestation: A Case Report and Review of the Literature by Joseph R. Young, Lauren Vignaly, Jeremy Carroll, Phillip Ross, Benjamin Villacres Mori, Cory M. Czajka

“…By being familiar with the unique challenges in management posed by pregnant patients, orthopedic surgeons can be better equipped to minimize morbidity and mortality in this patient population while maximizing clinical outcomes.…”
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Assessing the clinical support capabilities of ChatGPT 4o and ChatGPT 4o mini in managing lumbar disc herniation by Suning Wang, Ying Wang, Linlin Jiang, Yong Chang, Shiji zhang, Kun Zhao, Lu Chen, Chunzheng Gao

“…Methods Twenty-one questions (across 5 categories) from NASS Clinical Guidelines were input into ChatGPT 4o and ChatGPT 4o mini. Five orthopedic surgeons assessed their responses using a 5-point Likert scale for accuracy and completeness, and a 7-point scale for reliability. …”
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Surgical Exposure Technique for Volar Locking Plate Fixation of Distal Radius Fractures in Patients with Flexor Carpi Radialis Brevis Muscle Anomaly by Hiroshi Ninomiya, Makito Watanabe, Kazunari Kamimura

“…The flexor carpi radialis brevis (FCRB) muscle, considered a rare anomaly, is not well known among orthopedic surgeons. The indications for volar locking plates to treat distal radius fractures have recently expanded, and, as a result, encounters with the FCRB are becoming more common. …”
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Assessing Mechanical Difference in Fulcrums for Balanced Cable Bone Segment Transport by Rhys Leigh Richmond, Stephanie V. Kaszuba, Steven M. Tommasini, David B. Frumberg

“…Background: Multiple options exist for fulcrums in balanced cable bone segment transport (BC-BST) procedures, but there is no consensus among orthopedic surgeons on best practices. Aims and Objectives: This study investigates the mechanical differences between a variety of fulcrums used to perform this reconstructive technique. …”
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Femoral Neck Fracture in a Pediatric Patient with Primary Hyperparathyroidism by Mark W. Schmitt, Maxwell J. Modrak, Soumar J. Bouza, Brian G. Smith, Murillo A. Adrados

“…Although presentation with a fracture is exceedingly rare, bone pain is a frequent complaint of pediatric hyperparathyroidism. Orthopedic surgeons may find themselves the front-line caregivers for the condition.…”
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Managing Scoliosis in a Young Child with Rett Syndrome: A Case Study by Meir Lotan, Joav Merrick, Eli Carmeli

“…The X-rays accompanying the article (evaluated by four experienced orthopedic surgeons blinded to the intervention process) suggested that the intervention was successful in reversing the progress of the scoliosis for the above-mentioned child. …”
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Different Surgical Grafts in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries: A Letter to the Editor by Ebrahim Piri, AmirAli Jafarnezhadgero, Anders Stålman

“…This article aims to provide orthopedic surgeons and specialists with a comprehensive comparison of these techniques, helping them choose the most suitable treatment method.…”
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The Impact of Social Media for Hand Surgeons: A Prevalence and Correlation Study With Online and Academic Reputations by Sameer R. Khawaja, BS, Krishna N. Chopra, MA, Musab Gulzar, BS, Ozair R. Khawaja, HS, Shammah E. Udoudo, BS, Joseph G. Monir, MD, Michael B. Gottschalk, MD, Adrian L. Huang, MD, Nina Suh, MD, Eric R. Wagner, MD, MS

“…Overall, plastic surgeons were more active on social media compared to orthopedic surgeons. There was a positive association between having active profiles and Healthgrades ratings. …”
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Promoting Wellness Among Orthopaedic Surgeons by Phara P. Ross, BS, Lauren C. Okafor, MD, Mia V. Rumps, MS, Mary K. Mulcahey, MD

“…Orthopedic surgeons face a burnout rate ranging between 40% and 60%. …”
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Design and Implementation of a Multinational Computerized Patient Survey: The European Paediatric Orthopaedic Society Down Syndrome Survey by David M. Steinberg, Moshe Kaplan, Joav Merrick, Shlomo Wientroub

“…The survey was to be international in scope, including orthopedic surgeons and departments across Europe and outside Europe. …”
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ADVANCEMENTS IN MODERN SURGICAL MANAGEMENT OF TIBIAL PLATEAU FRACTURES: A COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW by Norin Forna, Paul-Dan Sîrbu, Savin Liliana, Lucian Eva, Wilhelm Friedl, Eugen Carata, Tudor Pinteală, Răzvan Tudor, Mihnea Theodor Sîrbu

“…Effective surgical management minimizes the risk of joint instability, enhances long-term prognosis, and maintains the patient’s quality of life. Most orthopedic surgeons adopt a staged treatment strategy, involving initial stabilization followed by definitive surgical fixation, respecting soft tissue conditions, achieving precise anatomical reduction, ensuring stable fixation, and promoting early rehabilitation. …”
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Calcium/Cobalt Alginate Beads as Functional Scaffolds for Cartilage Tissue Engineering by Stefano Focaroli, Gabriella Teti, Viviana Salvatore, Isabella Orienti, Mirella Falconi

“…Although various approaches are proposed for the regeneration of cartilage, its repair still represents an enormous challenge for orthopedic surgeons. The field of tissue engineering currently offers some of the most promising strategies for cartilage restoration, in which assorted biomaterials and cell-based therapies are combined to develop new therapeutic regimens for tissue replacement. …”
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A Case Report of a Subdural Hematoma following Spinal Epidural prior to a Total Knee Arthroplasty by Brian J. Carlson, David G. Deckey, Henry D. Clarke, Joshua S. Bingham

“…Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) one month later confirmed resolution of the subdural hematoma. Conclusion. Orthopedic surgeons should be aware of the signs and symptoms, as well as the risk factors for subdural hematomas following lumbar puncture, as it is a rare, but potentially life-threatening complication of spinal epidural.…”
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Reverse Fosbury Flop Tear of the Rotator Cuff by Jérôme Tirefort, Gregory Cunningham, Alexandre Lädermann

“…Radiologists and orthopedic surgeons should be aware of these tear patterns as failure to recognize them may lead to inadequate treatment.…”
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Role of Titanium Elastic Nailing in the Surgical Management of Fracture Shaft Femur in Pediatric Patients by Abhishek Gupta, Govind Sharma

“…Introduction: Orthopedic surgeons treat femur shaft fractures more frequently in children. …”
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Treatment of posterolateral tibial plateau fractures through the articular line approach by Jinxi Hu, Hexin Zhang

“…Abstract Background Posterolateral tibial plateau fractures pose significant challenges for orthopedic surgeons due to the anatomical risks associated with the posterolateral approach. …”
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