Definition
Define/describe the condition
Anatomy
Describe the pertinent anatomy and provide links to relevant pages
Pathogenesis
Describe the biologic basis of the disorder or the mechanism of injury
Natural History
Describe the natural history and prognosis
Patient History and Physical Findings
Describe the means to elicit the most useful information from the patient history and physical examination as well as the relevant findings
Examination|Technique|Illustration|Grading|Significance
Imaging and other Diagnostic Studies
Describe appropriate radiologic and other diagnostic studies
Differential Diagnosis
Include a list with links to relevant conditions
Nonoperative Management
Discuss conservative treatment indications and options
Surgical Management
Discuss indications and more general concerns.
Preoperative Planning
Material to be reviewed and conditions to be addressed before surgery. Include any exams preformed under anesthesia
Positioning
Describe and provide OR photos to illustrate positioning
Approach
Consider the various approaches
Techniques
Step by step description to illustrate surgical technique
Pearls and Pitfalls
Tips and problems to avoid
Postoperative Care
Include immediate postoperative care and rehabilitation
Outcome
Include functional and prosthetic survivorship data as applicable
Complications
Include overview of complications
References
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Related topics
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