There is currently an increased interest in the use of electro surgery in arthroscopy. Since the introduction of the bipolar arthroscopic radiofrequency (RF) wand, it has started to replace the classic Bovie monopolar probe on the assumption that the new technology provides multifunctional devices, combining both tissue removal and haemostasis into one instrument. The more efficient tissue ablation and precise haemostasis achieved with these instruments should result in a significant reduction in the operative time and cost. We ran a prospective comparative randomised study to test this hypothesis. Forty patients underwent arthroscopic subacromial decompression, randomised into two groups. The group treated with bipolar RF was associated with an average operative time saving of 8 min (P<0.0001) and an average cost saving of £83 (€111) per case (P<0.003), compared to monopolar RF. Bipolar RF is the instrument of choice in arthroscopic shoulder surgery, as it saves time and money.Résumé L'utilisation du bistouri électrique en arthroscopie est d'un intérêt croissant. Depuis l'introduction du bistouri bipolaire radio-fréquence RF, il est nécessaire de remplacer la classique sonde monopolaire Bovie en se basant sur l'hypothèse que les nouvelles technologies permettent, avec les nouveaux matériels multi fonctions de combiner résections tissulaires et l'hémostase avec la même sonde. Une bonne hémostase et une bonne résection par bistouri électrique permettent d'avoir des résultats significatifs notamment en ce qui concerne la diminution du temps opératoire et des côuts. Matériel et méthode: nous avons réalisé une étude randomisée prospective pour tester cette hypothèses 40 patients ont bénéficié d'une décompression sous acromiale arthroscopique et ont été randomisés en deux groupes. Résultat, le groupe traité avec bistouri bipolaire radio-fréquence est associé à un gain opératoire de 8 minutes (P<0,0001) et, à une diminution du coût de 83 £ (111 euros) par patient (P<0,003) comparé au bistouri monopolaire. En conclusion, le bistouri électrique bipolaire radio-fréquence RF est l'instrument de choix dans la chirurgie arthroscopique et permet à la fois de gagner du temps et de diminuer les coûts.
Acute compartment syndrome (ACS) of the thigh is an uncommon condition usually treated surgically by emergency dermofasciotomy. We report a rare case of acute delayed compartment syndrome of the anterior compartment of the thigh following an uncemented Total Hip Replacement (THR). Surgical decompression was performed and patient had full recovery.
by a multidisciplinary team including doctors, nurses, educators and managers. Best available evidence, national guidance and local clinical agreement were used to design and implement the service. 3. In order to deliver the service a bespoke training package for nurses was developed which included the development of robust governance processes covering clinical and non-clinical interactions. 4. Four separate work-streams are led and managed to deliver the service: implementation, training and competence, pathways and clinical governance.
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