Scientific Literature Reviews Archives

2020

October 2020

• Fixation of the Osteochondral Talar Fragment Yields Good Results Regardless of Lesion Size or Chronicity
  Reviewed By: Katie J. Backstrand, DPM 
  
  Early Results of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy in Treatment of Chronic Wounds
  Reviewed By: Jason H. Bahng, DPM
  
  Platelet-Rich Plasma Versus Corticosteroids for Plantar Fasciitis: A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials
  Reviewed By: Angelica C. Emeakoroha, DPM
  
  Lateral Malleolar Defect Coverage Using Abductor Digiti Minimi Muscle Flap 
  Reviewed By: Tyler A. Gloschat, DPM
  
  Rheumatoid Arthritis and Tenosynovitis at the Metatarsophalangeal Joints: An Anatomic and MRI Study of the Forefoot Tendon Sheaths
  Reviewed By: John R. Greaves, DPM 
  
  Factors Contributing to Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome in Runners: A Prospective Study
  Reviewed By: Glenn Griffin, DPM
  
  Shoe Cushioning Influences the Running Injury Risk According to Body Mass: A Randomized Controlled Trial Involving 848 Recreational Runners
  Reviewed By: Emily Khuc, DPM 
  
  Tendon Regeneration After Partial-Thickness Peroneus Longus Tendon Harvesting Magnetic Resonance Imaging Evaluation and In Vivo Animal Study
  Reviewed By: Janelle Maravelias, DPM, MS
  
  Prevalence and Interrelationships of Foot Ulcer, Risk-Factors and Antibiotic Resistance in Foot Ulcers in Diabetic Populations: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed By: Samuel Mason, DPM
  
  Transfer of Abductor Hallucis Tendon Combined with Scarf Osteotomy Versus Single Scarf Osteotomy in Moderate to Severe Hallux Valgus Deformity: A Comparative Retrospective Cohort Study
  Reviewed By: Sonia Simon, DPM
  
  Arthroscopy Assisted Reduction in the Management of Isolated Medial Malleolar Fracture
  Reviewed By: Taylor R. Tendrich, DPM 
  
  Non-Operative Functional Treatment for Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures: The Leicester Achilles Management Protocol (LAMP)
  Reviewed By: Elie Touma, DPM 
  
  Transtendinous Approach Calcaneoplasty Versus Endoscopic Calcaneoplasty for Haglund's Disease
  Reviewed By: Nishit Vora, DPM, MPH
  
  Treating AO/OTA 44b Lateral Malleolar Fracture in Patients Over 50 Years of Age: Periarticular Locking Plate Versus Nonlocking Plate
  Reviewed By: Isaac Wilhelm, DPM
  
  Early Mobilization Does Not Reduce the Risk of Deep Venous Thrombosis after Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Amy G. Wilson, DPM

September 2020

• Effect of Platelet-Rich Plasma on Nonsurgically Treated Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures
  Reviewed By: Andy Archuleta, DPM
  
  Debridement and Hinged Motion Distraction Is Superior to Debridement Alone In Patients with Ankle Osteoarthritis: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Yvonne Baumrucker, DPM
  
  Vitamin C and Thiamine are Associated with Lower Mortality in Sepsis
  Reviewed By: Kiera M. Benge-Shea, DPM 
  
  Effects of Diabetes Mellitus on Functional Outcomes and Complications After Torsional Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Michael J. Bouchard, DPM
  
  What is the Prevalence of Burnout, Depression, and Substance Use Among Orthopaedic Surgery Residents and What Are the Risk Factors? A Collaborative Orthopaedic Educational Research Group Survey Study
  Reviewed By: Jacob Carmichael, DPM
  
  Prospective Randomized Clinical Trial of Open Operative, Minimally Invasive and Conservative Treatments of Acute Achilles Tendon Tear
  Reviewed By: Joelaki J. Cartman, DPM
  
  Effects of Gender Bias and Stereotypes in Surgical Training: A Randomized Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By: Kayla DeBlauw, DPM
  
  Treatment of the Tibial Pilon Fractures Using the Antero-Medial Fibula Approach: Ten Case Series
  Reviewed By: Kalen Farr, DPM 
  
  Effect of Age on Outcome and Revision in Total Ankle Arthroplasty
  Reviewed By: Jason Hymowitz, DPM
  
  Association of Estrogen Receptor ß Polymorphisms with Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
  Reviewed By: Victoria R. Knauf, DPM
  
  Factors Affecting Subjective Symptoms in Children with Pes Planovalgus Deformity
  Reviewed By: Rekha N. Kouri, DPM 
  
  Operative Versus Nonoperative Treatment in Children with Painful Rigid Flatfoot and Talocalcaneal Coalition
  Reviewed By: Joyann E. Oakman, DPM
  
  Post-Operative Outcomes of Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Versus Circular External Fixation in Treatment Of Tibial Plafond Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed By: Michael D. Paula, DPM 
  
  Better Outcome for Suture Button Compared with Single Syndesmotic Screw for Syndesmosis Injury: Five-Year Results of A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Chase M. Tamashiro, DPM
  
  Multidrug Resistant Organism Predicts Ulcer Recurrence Following Surgical Management of Diabetic Foot Osteomyelitis
  Reviewed By: Nick R. Thompson, DPM 
  
  Poor Prognosis for Infectious Complications of Surgery for Ankle and Hindfoot Fracture and Dislocation. A 34-Case Series
  Reviewed By: Dong Yu, DPM

August 2020

• A Comparative Study of Innovative Percutaneous Repair and Open Repair for Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: Innovative Usage of Intraoperative Ultrasonography
  Reviewed By: Audrey K. Alvarez, DPM
  
  Low Intensity Pulse Ultrasound: A New Tool in the Conservative Management of Diabetic Foot Complicated by Osteomyelitis?
  Reviewed By: Christopher A. Bergen, DPM
  
  Reverse Neurocutaneous vs Propeller Perforator Flaps in Diabetic Foot Reconstruction
  Reviewed By: Nicholas Chang, DPM
  
  Comparison of Tendon Lengthening With Traditional Versus Accelerated Rehabilitation After Achilles Tendon Repair
  Reviewed By: Amish K. Dudeja, DPM
  
  Undisplaced Subtle Ligamentous Lisfranc Injuries, Conservative or Surgical Treatment with Percutaneous Position Screws?
  Reviewed By: Lucian M. Feraru, DPM
  
  Effect of Methylprednisolone or Zoledronic Acid On Resolution of Active Charcot Neuroarthropathy in Diabetes: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study
  Reviewed By: Amreet Kaur, DPM 
  
  Repair of Achilles Sleeve Avulsion: A New Transosseous Suture Technique
  Reviewed By: Fasiha Khan, DPM
  
  Classification of the Cutaneous Manifestations of Covid-19:  A Rapid Prospective Nationwide Consensus Study in Spain with 375 Cases
  Reviewer: Casey A. Lewis, DPM 
  
  The Use of Calcium Sulphate Beads in Periprosthetic Joint Infection, A Systematic Review
  Reviewed By: Geoffrey R. Linn, DPM
  
  Risk Factors for Surgical Site Infections with the Sinus Tarsi Approach in Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures: A Prospective Cohort Study with A Minimum of One-Year Follow-Up
  Reviewed By: Kenny Luong, DPM
  
  The Association Between Rearfoot Motion While Barefoot and Shod in Different Types of Running Shoes in Recreational Runners 
  Reviewed By: John A. Martucci, DPM 
  
  A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for Diabetic Foot Ulcers with Arterial Insufficiency
  Reviewed By: Hoda Naei, DPM
  
  Seasonal Effect on the Incidence Of Post-Operative Wound Complications After Trauma-Related Surgery of the Foot, Ankle, and Lower Leg
  Reviewed By: Zoran Rakonjac, DPM
  
  Sagittal Instability with Inversion is Important to Evaluate After Syndesmosis Injury and Repair: A Cadaver Robotic Study
  Reviewed By: Shana Shetty, DPM 
  
  Rates and Timing of Subsequent Amputation After Initial Minor Amputation
  Reviewed By: Jason C. Wright, DPM

July 2020

• Midterm Walking Ability after Charcot Foot Reconstruction Using the Ilizarov Ring Fixator
  Reviewed By: John R. Constantino, DPM
  
  Bone Health Optimization in Orthopaedic Surgery
  Reviewed By: Jordan W. Crafton, DPM
  
  Comparison of Sinus Tarsi Approach and Extensile Lateral Approach for Calcaneal Fractures: A Systematic Review of Overlapping Meta-Analyses 
  Reviewed By: McKenna T. Green, DPM 
  
  Outcomes Following Ankle Fracture Fixation With or Without Ankle Arthroscopy 
  Reviewed By: Megan A. Ishibashi, DPM
  
  Introduction of the Low Risk Ankle Rule to A Paediatric Emergency Department
  Reviewed By: Lewis A. Kane, DPM, MS
  
  Micronutrient Status in Diabetic Patients with Foot Ulcers
  Reviewed By: Matthew M. Knabel, DPM
  
  Isolated Subtalar Arthrodesis for Avascular Necrosis of the Talus
  Reviewed By: Joshua P. Manning, DPM
  
  The Association of Preoperative Haemaglobin A1c with 30-day Postoperative Surgical Site Infection Following Non-Cardiac Surgery
  Reviewed By: Tyler May, DPM
  
  Factors Associated with Adverse Events After Distal Tibiofibular Syndesmosis Fixation
  Reviewed By: Samantha A. Miner, DPM
  
  Rivaroxaban or Enoxaparin in Nonmajor Orthopedic Surgery
  Reviewed By: Logan H. Mitchell, DPM
  
  The Effectiveness of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy Versus Conventional Dressing in the Treatment of Open Fractures: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis 
  Reviewed By: Fernando Ramirez, DPM 
  
  Fractures of the Cuboid Bone: A Critical Analysis Review
  Reviewed By: Gireesh Reddy, DPM 
  
  Surgical Outcome of Chronic Lisfranc Injury without Secondary Degenerative Arthritis: A Systematic Literature Review
  Reviewed By: Jeffrey R. Sanker, DPM
  
  Quantification of Postoperative Posterior Malleolar Fragment Reduction Using 3-Dimensional Computed Tomography (Q3DCT) Determines Outcome in a Prospective Pilot Study of Patients with Rotational Type Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Monte J. Schmalhaus, DPM
  
  Five-Year Follow-up of Minimally Invasive Distal Metatarsal Chevron Osteotomy in Comparison with the Open Technique
  Reviewed By: Muhammed Sharoz Shamim, DPM
  
  Lateral Malleolar Fracture with Concurrent Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Case Report and Literature Review 
  Reviewed By: Nicole Spalj, DPM 
  
  Functional Outcome and General Health Status After Plate Osteosynthesis Of Posterior Malleolus Fractures - The Quest for Eligibility 
  Reviewed By: Eric M. Swenson, DPM

June 2020

• Gram-Negative Antibiotic Coverage in Gustillo-Anderson Type-III Open Fractures
  Reviewed By: Anaida Abagyan-Stanczyk, DPM
  
  Jigless Knotless Internal Brace Technique for Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Case Series Study
  Reviewed By: Mahsa Agha Jafari, DPM
  
  Outcomes of Atherectomy for Lower Extremity Ischemia in an Office Endovascular Center
  Reviewed By: Ryan D. Bangart, DPM
  
  Evaluation of Results After Distal Metatarsal Osteotomy by Minimal Invasive Surgery for the Treatment of Metatarsalgia: Patient and Anatomical Pieces Study
  Reviewed By: Robby J. Caballes, DPM
  
  Lower-Limb Lymphatic Drainage Pathways and Lymph Nodes: A CT Lymphangiography Cadaver Study
  Reviewed By: Kentston C. Cripe, DPM
  
  Tranexamic Acid in the Perioperative Period Yes, No, Maybe
  Reviewed By: Sarah A. Gostich, DPM
  
  Cigarette Smoke Inhalation Impairs Angiogenesis in Early Bone Healing Processes and Delays Fracture Union
  Reviewed By: Stephanie M. Kane, DPM
  
  Minimally Invasive Tenodesis for Peroneus Longus Tendon Rupture: A case Report and Review of Literature
  Reviewed By: Greg S. Lifferth, DPM
  
  Supervised Walking Exercise Therapy Improves Gait Biomechanics in Patients with Peripheral Artery Disease
  Reviewed By: Ricardo Navarrete Jr., DPM
  
  Impact of First Metatarsal Shortening On Forefoot Loading Pattern: A Finite Element Model Study
  Reviewed By: Julio D. Perez-Mustelier, DPM
  
  Association Between Running Shoe Characteristics and Lower Extremity Injuries in United States Military Academy Cadets
  Reviewed By: Tyler R. Prager, DPM
  
  Functional Outcomes of Tillaux and Triplane Fractures with 2 to 5 Millimeters of Intra-Articular Gap
  Reviewed By: Nicole L. Zahn, DPM

May 2020

• Tarsal Tunnel Decompression: An Effective Method for Prevention of Foot Complications in Diabetic Patients with Compressive Neuropathy at Tarsal Tunnel 
  Reviewed By: Howard C. Chang, DPM
  
  Inter- and Intraobserver Reliability of Non-Weight-Bearing Foot Radiographs Compared With CT in Lisfranc Injuries
  Reviewed By: Olga Drogomiretskiy, DPM
  
  Modifications of the Pirogoff Amputation Technique In Adults: A Retrospective Analysis Of 123 Cases
  Reviewed By: Keegan Duelfer, DPM
  
  Delayed (14-30 Days) Percutaneous Repair of Achilles Tendon Ruptures Offers Equally Good Results as Compared with Acute Repair
  Reviewed By: Abigail Dunklee Rappa, DPM
  
  Prevalence and Impact of Chronic Ankle Instability in Adolescent Athletes 
  Reviewed By: Lindsey Hjelm, DPM
  
  Late Treatment of Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneus Fractures: Successful Management with Anatomic Reduction
  Reviewed By: Abimbola O. Johnson, DPM
  
  Timing of Early Complications Following Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Closed Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Zachary J. Lubek, DPM 
  
  Consideration of Medial Anatomical Structures at Risk When Placing Quadricortical Syndesmotic Fixation: A Cadaveric Study
  Reviewed By: Collin G. Messerly, DPM
  
  Distal Tibial Distraction Osteogenesis - An Alternative Approach to Addressing Limb Length Discrepancy with Concurrent Hindfoot and Ankle Reconstruction
  Reviewed By: Kelsey J. Millonig, DPM, MPH 
  
  Effect of Initial Graft Tension During Anterior Talofibular Ligament Reconstruction on Ankle Kinematics, Laxity, and In Situ Forces of the Reconstructed Graft
  Reviewed By: Shaina Nelson, DPM
  
  Smartphone Thermography for Lower Extremity Local Flap Perforator Mapping
  Reviewed By: Stephanie A. Oexeman, DPM 
  
  A Comparison Between Arthroscopic and Open Surgery for Treatment Outcomes of Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability Accompanied by Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
  Reviewed By: Tyler Reber, DPM
  
  Compensatory Motion of the Subtalar Joint Following Tibiotalar Arthrodesis: An in Vivo Dual-Fluoroscopy Imaging Study
  Reviewed By: Tyler K. Sorensen, DPM
  
  Silastic First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Arthroplasty for the Treatment of End-Stage Hallux Rigidus
  Reviewed By: Victoria E. Teti, DPM
  
  Pathoanatomy of the Jones Fracture in Male University Soccer Players
  Reviewed By: Claire Yearian, DPM

April 2020

• Suture Anchors for Primary Deltoid Ligament Repair Associated with Acute Ankle Fractures 
  Reviewed By: Zachary G. Bennett, DPM
  
  The Diagnostic Accuracy of Radiographs and Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Predicting Deltoid Ligament Ruptures in Ankle Fractures 
  Reviewed By: Candice N. Cooper, DPM 
  
  Anatomical Reconstruction Produced Similarly Favorable Outcomes as Repair Procedures for the Treatment of Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability at Long Term Follow Up 
  Reviewed By: Elvis Danne Jr., DPM 
  
  Rising Incidence of Acute Hospital Admissions Due to Gout 
  Reviewed By: Aman Fatima, DPM   
  
  Results of Modified Ponseti Technique in Difficult Clubfoot and a Review of Literature 
  Reviewed By: Du H. Jun, DPM
  
  Percutaneous Reduction and Screw Fixation for All Types of Intra-articular Calcaneal Fractures
  Reviewed By: Alana A. Marconi, DPM  
  
  Acute Deltoid Ligament Repair in Ankle Fractures Five-year Follow-up 
  Reviewed By: Stephanie K. Ragan, DPM
  
  A Conservative Approach to Select Patients with Ischemic Wounds is Safe and Effective in the Setting of Deferred Revascularization
  Reviewed By: Brandon A. Rogers, DPM
  
  How Does Perioperative Ketorolac Affect Opioid Consumption and Pain Management after Ankle Fracture Surgery? 
  Reviewed By: Kelly J. Rogers, DPM  
  
  Endoscopically Assisted Reconstruction of Posterior Tibial Tendon for Stage 2 Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction 
  Reviewed By: Yu Ting Saw, DPM  
  
  Outcome of Primary Deltoid Ligament Repair in Acute Ankle Fractures: A Meta-Analysis of Comparative Studies
  Reviewed By: Jeffrey Tucci, DPM 
  
  Deltoid Ligament Repair Reduces and Stabilizes the Talus in Unstable Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Matthew D. Weber, DPM  
  
  Does Routinely Repairing Deltoid Ligament Injuries in Type B Ankle Joint Fracture Influence Long-term Outcomes? 
  Reviewed By:  Michelle L. Winder, DPM

March 2020

• Does Surgical Approach Influence the Risk of Post-operative Infection Following Surgical Treatment of Tibial Pilon Fractures?
  Reviewed By: Jessica M. Arneson, DPM
  
  Wound Irrigation for Open Fractures
  Reviewed By: Natalie A. Coriaty, DPM
  
  Navicular Body Fractures-Surgical Treatment and Radiographic Results
  Reviewed By: Matthew J. Dougherty, DPM
  
  Performance of A Rapid Two-Sequence Screening Protocol for Osteomyelitis of the Foot
  Reviewed By: Megan L. Herring, DPM
  
  The Effect of Ankle Bracing on Kinematics in Simulated Sprain and Drop Landings. A Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study
  Reviewed By: Bradley Jimerson, DPM
  
  Platelet Rich Plasma Injection for Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: Path-2 Randomised, Placebo Controlled, Superiority Trial
  Reviewed By: Caroline Ko, DPM
  
  Healing and Mortality Rates Following Toe Amputation in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
  Reviewed By: Gavin C. Lee, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Microfracture for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus: Second-Look Arthroscopic and Magnetic Resonance Analysis of Cartilage Repair Tissue Outcomes
  Reviewed By: Spruha Magodia, DPM
  
  Efficacy of Intra-Arterial Catheter-Directed Thrombolysis for Popliteal and Infrapopliteal Acute Limb Ischemia
  Reviewed By: Sara Mateen, DPM
  
  Outcomes and Incidence of Complications Following Endoscopic Gastrocnemius Recession: A Systematic Review
  Reviewed By: Alex S. Mattia, DPM
  
  Step Activity After Surgical Treatment of Ankle Arthritis
  Reviewed By: Mira Pandya, DPM
  
  The Propeller Flap for Traumatic Distal Lower-Limb Reconstruction: Risk Factors, Pitfalls, and Recommendations
  Reviewed By: Ashmi H. Patel, DPM
  
  Prescription vs. Consumption: Opioid Over Prescription to Children After Common Surgical Procedures
  Reviewed By: Katie Pettibone, DPM
  
  Use of Local Flaps for Soft-Tissue Closure in Diabetic Foot Wounds: A Systematic Review
  Reviewed By: Nicholas D. Salerno, DPM
  
  Quantitative Evaluation of Post-Intervention Foot Blood Supply in Patients with Peripheral Artery Disease by Computed Tomography Perfusion
  Reviewed By: Hyun W. Shim, DPM
  
  Brace Yourselves: Outcomes of Ponseti Casting and Foot Abduction Orthosis Bracing in Idiopathic Congenital Talipes Equinovarus
  Reviewed By: Jennifer A. Skolnik, DPM
  
  Comparison between Percutaneous Screws and Plate Fixation via Sinus Tarsi Approach for Calcaneal Fractures: An 8-10 Year Follow-Up Study
  Reviewed By: Jonathon J. Srour, DPM
  
  Risk of Psychiatric Disorders and Suicide Attempts in Emerging Adults With Diabetes
  Reviewed By: Nicholas L. Varakin, DPM

February 2020

• Dimeglio Score Predicts Treatment Difficulty During Ponseti Casting for Isolated Clubfoot
  Reviewed By: Scott G. Bird, DPM
  
  Flexible Fixation for Ligamentous Lisfranc Injuries
  Reviewed By: Stephanie N. Campbell, DPM
  
  Strategies for Reconstruction of the Plantar Surface of the Foot: A Systematic Review of the Literature
  Reviewed By: John P. Carolin, DPM
  
  Dermal Regenerative Matrix Use in Burn Patients: A Systematic Review
  Reviewed By: Matt J. Cikra, DPM
  
  Reverse Sural Artery Flap: A Reliable Alternative for Foot And Ankle Soft Tissue Reconstruction
  Reviewed By: Joseph R. Fleck, DPM
  
  When is it Safe to Drive After Total Ankle Arthroplasty?
  Reviewed By: Christopher D. Galli, DPM
  
  Ligamentous Lisfranc Injury: Orif or Primary Arthrodesis
  Reviewed By: Steven B. Georgian, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Microfracture for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus: Functional Outcomes at a Mean of 6.7 years in 165 Consecutive Ankles
  Reviewed By: Michael Harrington, DPM
  
  Clostridial Infection after Open Fractures of the Lower Extremity - Report of Two Cases and Discussion of Pathomechanism and Treatment
  Reviewed By: Catherine Jacobs
  
  Subluxation of the Middle Facet of the Subtalar Joint as a Marker of Peritalar Subluxation in Adult Acquired Flatfoot Deformity: A Case-Control Study
  Reviewed By: Jacob M. Jones, DPM
  
  Significance of Lateral Process Fractures Associated with Talar Neck and Body Fractures
  Reviewed By: Stephen J. Kriger, DPM
  
  Association of Opioid Use and Peripheral Artery Disease
  Reviewed By: Kimberly A. Lockridge, DPM
  
  The Medial Sural Artery Perforator Pedicled Propellor Flap for Coverage of Middle-Third Leg Defects
  Reviewed By: G. Parker Peresko, DPM
  
  Popliteal Versus Local Field Block for Pain-Related Postoperative Unplanned Emergency Room Visits After Foot and Ankle Surgery
  Reviewed By: Tyler Slattery, DPM
  
  Positive Effect of Platelet-rich Plasma on Pain in Plantar Fasciitis: A Double-Blind Multicenter Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Vincent G. Vacketta, DPM
  
  Efficacy of Multimodal Analgesic Injections in Operatively Treated Ankle Fractures: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: James Willmore, DPM
  
  To Glue or Not to Glue? Analysis of Fibrin Glue for Split-thickness Skin Graft Fixation
  Reviewed By: Daniel L. Wu, DPM
  
  Adjunctive Rifampin Therapy for Diabetic Foot Osteomyelitis in the Veterans Health Administration
  Reviewed By: Dixon H. Xu, DPM
  
  Risk of Ankle Fusion or Arthroplasty After Operatively and Nonoperatively Treated Ankle Fractures: A Matched Cohort Population Study
  Reviewed By: Edmund Yu, DPM

January 2020

• Autologous Osteochondral Transplant for Large Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus Is a Viable Option in an Athletic Population
  Reviewed By: Joseph B. Agyen, DPM
  
  A Systematic Review of Outcomes and Flap Selection Following Lower Extremity Free Tissue Transfer Versus Vascularized Perforator Pedicle Flap Transfer in Lower Limb Reconstruction
  Reviewed By: Bruce Bever, DPM
  
  Intramedullary Nail versus External Fixator for Ankle Arthrodesis in Charcot Neuroarthropathy: A Meta-analysis of Comparative Studies
  Reviewed By: Andres L. Caneva, DPM
  
  Validated Risk-Stratification System for Prediction of Early Adverse Events Following Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Closed Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Tiffany Chin, DPM
  
  Foot Self-care in Diabetes Mellitus: Evaluation of Patient Awareness
  Reviewed By: Tyler W. Claveau, DPM
  
  Improved Reduction of the Tibiofibular Syndesmosis with TightRope Compared with Screw Fixation: Results of a Randomized Controlled Study
  Reviewed By: Keegan Duelfer, DPM
  
  Posterior Malleolar Fracture Morphology in Tibial Shaft Versus Rotational Ankle Fractures: The Significance of the Computed Tomography Scan
  Reviewed By: Megan A. Ishibashi, DPM
  
  Vitamin D Deficiency: The Missing Etiological Factor in Development of Juvenile Osteochondrosis Dissecans?
  Reviewed By: Toby Ishizuka, DPM
  
  Posterior Pilon Fracture: Epidemiology and Surgical Technique
  Reviewed By: Lewis A. Kane, DPM, MS
  
  Importance of Syndesmotic Reduction on Clinical Outcomes After Syndesmosis Injuries 
  Reviewed By: Logan H. Mitchell, DPM
  
  Steinmann Pin Retractor-assisted Reduction with Circle Plate Fixation via Sinus Tarsi Approach for Intra-articular Calcaneal Fractures: A Retrospective Cohort Study
  Reviewed By: Marissa Mogavero, DPM
  
  The Incision Strategy for Minimizing Sural Nerve Injury in Medial Displacement Calcaneal Osteotomy: A Cadaveric Study
  Reviewed By: Kalli E. Mortenson, DPM
  
  What Should We Be Careful of Ankle Arthroscopy?
  Reviewed By: Ben Palmer, DPM
  
  Early Outcomes of 3D Printed Total Talus Arthroplasty
  Reviewed By: Fernando Ramirez, DPM
  
  Mid- to Long-term Outcomes After Weber B-type Ankle Fractures With and Without Syndesmotic Rupture
  Reviewed By: Rachelle L. Randall, DPM
  
  Clinical Applications of Allografts in Foot and Ankle Surgery
  Reviewed by: Andrew Robitaille, DPM
  
  Minimally Invasive Versus Open Chevron Osteotomy for Hallux Valgus Correction: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Shivang M. Shah, DPM
  
  Return to Sports after Surgical Treatment of Osteochondral Defects of the Talus A Systematic Review of 2347 Cases
  Reviewed By: Henry D. Spingola, III, DPM
  
  Subtalar Arthrodesis with Use of Adipose-Derived Cellular Bone Matrix Compared with Autologous Bone Graft
  Reviewed By: Nicholas D. Stepnoski, DPM
  
  Cannulated Screw and Kirschner Fixation for the Treatment of Medial and Lateral Malleolar Epiphyseal Fractures in Children: A Retrospective Study of 36 Cases
  Reviewed By: Yen N. Tran, DPM
  
  Foot Fractures in Polytrauma Patients: Injury Characteristics and Timing of Diagnosis
  Reviewed By: Joseph R. Wolf, DPM
  
  Outcomes of Total Ankle Arthroplasty in Moderate and Severe Valgus Deformity
  Reviewed By: Emily E. Zulauf, DPM

2019

December 2019

• Total Ankle Arthroplasty Incorporating Total Talar Prosthesis
  Reviewed By: Jaime A. Ahluwalia, DPM
  
  Salter-Harris II Ankle Fractures in Children: Does Fracture Pattern Matter?
  Reviewed By: Amar Chandra, DPM
  
  Early Detection of Diabetic Polyneuropathy Using Paired Stimulation Studies of the Sensory Nerves
  Reviewed By: Howard C. Chang, DPM
  
  Reasons for Litigation in Arthroplasty Infections and Lessons Learned
  Reviewed By: Albert A. Elhiani, DPM
  
  Transarticular External Fixation Versus Deltoid Ligament Repair in Treating Ser Iv Ankle Fractures: A Comparative Study
  Reviewed By: Najwah S. Hayman, DPM
  
  Posterior Malleolar Fracture Morphology Determines Outcome in Rotational Type Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Brian Houng, DPM
  
  Innervated Dorsalis Pedis Advancement Flap for Burn Foot Contractures
  Reviewed By: Abimbola Johnson, DPM
  
  Utility of Skin Perfusion Pressure Values with the Society for Vascular Surgery Wound, Ischemia, and Foot Infection Classification System
  Reviewed By: Ulyana Kulish, DPM
  
  The Role of Biologic in Foot and Ankle Trauma - A Review of the Literature
  Reviewed By: Zach J. Lubek, DPM
  
  Risk of Pulmonary Embolism More Than 6 Weeks After Surgery Among Cancer-Free Middle-aged Patients
  Reviewed By: Samantha A. Luer, DPM
  
  Contribution of 30-Day Readmissions to the Increasing Costs of Care for the Diabetic Foot
  Reviewed By: Karan Malani, DPM
  
  Return to Sport Following Lisfranc Injuries: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed by: Garrett A. Melick, DPM
  
  Outcomes of Total Ankle Arthroplasty in Ankles with >20° of Coronal Plane Deformity
  Reviewed By: Collin G. Messerly, DPM
  
  Variation in Implant Selection for Ankle Fractures: Identifying Cost Drivers
  Reviewed By: Elizabeth F. Neubauer, DPM, MSHA
  
  Calcaneal Fracture Fixation Using A New Interlocking Nail Reduces Complications Compared to Standard Locking Plates - Preliminary Results After 1.6 Years
  Reviewed By: Kevin N. Nguyen, DPM
  
  Short-Term Outcome of Surgical Arthrodiastasis of The Ankle with Ilizarov Frame in a Cohort of Children and Young People with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
  Reviewed By: Kristina Sikar, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Reduction and Minimally Invasive Surgery in Supination-External Rotation Ankle Fractures: A Comparative Study with Open Reduction
  Reviewed By: Tyler K. Sorensen, DPM
  
  Custom 3D-Printed Total Talar Prostheses Restore Normal Joint Anatomy Throughout the Hindfoot
  Reviewed By: James Michael Steriovski, DPM
  
  Safety and Efficacy of Surgical Fixation of Fibula Fractures Using an Intramedullary Nail: A Retrospective Observational Cohort Study in 30 Patients
  Reviewed By: Aasin Tareen, DPM
  
  Tibial Nerve Palsy After Lateralizing Calcaneal Osteotomy
  Reviewed By: Tyler R. Tewilliager, DPM
  
  Optimal Outcomes for Acute Avulsion Fracture of the Achilles Tendon Treated with the Insertional Reattachment Technique
  Reviewed by: Sara Yancovitz, DPM

November 2019

• Ultrasound-Guided Radiofrequency Ablation for Treatment of Morton's Neuroma: Initial Experience
  Reviewed By: Joseph F. Albers, DPM
  
  25-Hydroxyvitamin D Deficiency: Impacting Deep-Wound Infection and Poor Healing Outcomes in Patients with Diabetes
  Reviewed By: Michael J. Blutfield, DPM
  
  Resection or Preservation of the Metatarsal Heads in Rheumatoid Forefoot Surgery? A Randomised Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By: Alexus G. Cox, DPM
  
  Association of Electronic Cigarette Vaping and Cigarette Smoking with Decreased Random Flap Viability in Rats
  Reviewed By: Dana V. Day, DPM
  
  Efficacy of Maggot Therapy On Staphylococcus Aureus And Pseudomonas Aeruginosa In Diabetic Foot Ulcer: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Chandler P. Hubbard, DPM
  
  Effectiveness and Safety of Ankle Arthrodesis Versus Arthroplasty. A Prospective Multicenter Study
  Reviewed By: Pulin U. Joshi, DPM
  
  Central Tendon-Splitting Approach and Double Row Suturing for the Treatment of Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy
  Reviewed By: Michael G. Kateman, DPM
  
  A Total Offloading Foot Brace for Treatment of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: Results from a Halted Randomized Control Trial
  Reviewed By: Ethan J. Knowlton, DPM
  
  Incidence and Fusion of Os Trigonum in a Healthy Pediatric Population
  Reviewed By: Josephine P. Lyons, DPM
  
  Surgical Fixation of Pilon Injuries: A Comparison of the Anterolateral and Posterolateral Approach
  Reviewed By: Alexa Ray Santomero, DPM
  
  Physiologic Widening of the Medial Clear Space: What's Normal?
  Reviewed By: Brian Schenavar, DPM
  
  Calcaneal Lengthening for Partial Traumatic Loss of The Calcaneus
  Reviewed By: Anne-Louise Smith, DPM
  
  Outcomes of Total Ankle Replacement, Arthroscpoic Ankle Arthrodesis, and Open Ankle Arthrodesis for Isolated Non-deformed End-stage Ankle Arthritis
  Reviewed By: David H. Sved, DPM
  
  Detection of Uric Acid Crystal Deposition by Ultrasonography and Dual-Energy Computed Tomography: A Cross-Sectional Study in Patients with Clinically Diagnosed Gout
  Reviewed By: Steven A. Tocci, DPM

October 2019

• Acute Treatment of Open Foot and Ankle Fractures Using a Bioartificial Dermal Regeneration Template and Split-Thickness Skin Grafting
  Reviewed By: Amara Abid, DPM
  
  Effects of Extracorporeal Shock Waves on Neuralgia in Diabetic Rats
  Reviewed By: Elizabeth A. Ansert, DPM
  
  Effect of a Controlled Ankle Motion Walking Boot on Syndesmotic Instability During Weightbearing: A Cadaveric Study
  Reviewed By: Raul Aviles, DPM
  
  Soleus Muscle Flap Application for Reconstruction of the Middle Third of the Leg
  Reviewed By: Rusheena Bartlett, DPM
  
  Surgical Management of Acute Compartment Syndrome and Sequential Complications
  Reviewed By: Donald Cohen, DPM
  
  The Use of Medicinal Leeches for the Treatment of Venous Congestion in Replanted or Revascularized Digits
  Reviewed By: Shruti Dosi, DPM
  
  Timing of Microsurgical Reconstruction in Lower Extremity Trauma: An Update of the Godina Paradigm
  Reviewed By: Karen Fischborn, DPM
  
  Evidence of Differential Microbiomes in Healing Versus Non-Healing Diabetic Foot Ulcers Prior to and Following Foot Salvage Therapy
  Reviewed By: Rebecca S. Herman, DPM
  
  Is There a Difference in Treatment Outcome for Monomicrobial and Polymicrobial Periprosthetic Joint Infections? Systematic Review and Study Quality Analysis
  Reviewed By: Leslie Joseph, DPM
  
  Flexor Hallucis Longus Transfer Improves Achilles Tendon Load to Failure in Surgery for Non-insertional Tendinopathy
  Reviewed by: Emily Keeter, DPM
  
  Quantitative Magnetic Resonance Imaging Analysis of the Common Site of Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: 5 to 8 cm Above the Distal End of the Calcaneal Insertion
  Reviewed By: Ashlee Lindgren, DPM
  
  A Comparison of Two Designs of Postoperative Shoe on Function, Satisfaction, and Back Pain After Hallux Valgus Surgery
  Reviewed By: Ketan Mehta, DPM
  
  The Iphone Measure App Level Function as A Measuring Device for The Weight Bearing Lunge Test in Adults: A Reliability Study
  Reviewed By: Rikesh A. Patel, DPM
  
  Adaptation of Running Biomechanics to Repeated Barefoot Running: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Ellen I. Roberts, DPM
  
  Limb Salvage in Diabetic Foot Disease: A Classification to Aid Successful Reconstruction
  Reviewed By: Alyson H. Slater, DPM
  
  Osteochondral Autologous Transplantation Versus Dorsal Closing Wedge Metatarsal Osteotomy for the Treatment of Freiberg Infraction in Athletes
  Reviewed By: Brittany R. Staples, DPM
  
  Irrigation and Debridement of an Open Ankle Fracture with Open Reduction and Internal Fixation and Syndesmotic Fixation Using a Suture Button Device
  Reviewed By: Nicholas Staub, DPM
  
  The 'Diamond Concept' for Long Bone Non-Union Management
  Reviewed By: Joshua J. Wolfe, DPM, MHA

September 2019

• Posterior Malleolar Ankle Fractures an Effort at Improving Outcomes
  Reviewed By: Amanda G. Borrelli, DPM  
  
  Presence of Subfibular Ossicle Does Not Affect the Outcome of Arthroscopic Modified Broström Procedure for Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability
  Reviewed By: Thanh Hoa Bui, DPM
  
  Gross Motor Skills in Children with Idiopathic Clubfoot and the Association between Gross Motor Skills, Foot Involvement, Gait, and Foot Motion
  Reviewed By: Vrunda R. Dalal, DPM
  
  Surgical Peripheral Nerve Decompression for the Treatment of Painful Diabetic Neuropathy of the Foot- A Level 1 Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Charlene M. Dennemeyer, DPM
  
  Infected Bone Resection Plus Adjuvant Antibiotic-Impregnated Calcium Sulfate Versus Infected Bone Resection Alone in the Treatment of Diabetic Forefoot Osteomyelitis
  Reviewed By: Nader Ghobrial, DPM
  
  Swift Downregulation of Gelatinases (MMP-2, MMP-9) in Neuropathic Diabetic Foot Ulcers Treated With Total Contact Cast
  Reviewed By: Du H. Jun, DPM
  
  Complications in the Management of Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis of 2060 Patients
  Reviewed By: Maybelle C. Maningat, DPM
  
  Comparison of Three Antimicrobial Strategies in Diabetic Foot Infections Post-Amputation
  Reviewed By: Brennan A. Menninger, DPM
  
  Mid-Term Follow-Up Results of Calcaneal Reconstruction for Calcaneal Malunion
  Reviewed By: Hesam Naenifard, DPM
  
  Morton's Neuroma Excision. What Are We Really Doing? Which Retractor Is Superior?
  Reviewed By: Disha Shah, DPM
  
  Operative Versus Non-Operative Treatment in Diabetic Dry Toe Gangrene
  Reviewed By: Kristen N. Treleven, DPM

August 2019

• Arthroscopic Management for Early-Stage Tuberculosis of the Ankle
  Reviewed By: Mahsa AghaJafari, DPM
  
  Ligamentous Lisfranc Injury: A Biomechanical Comparison of Dorsal Plate Fixation and Transarticular Screws
  Reviewed By: Vikram A. Bala, DPM
  
  Anterior Inferior Tibiofibular Ligament Avulsion Fractures in Operatively Treated Ankle Fractures: A Retrospective Analysis
  Reviewed By: Kyle A. Bray, DPM
  
  Peroneal Nerve Location at the Fibular Head: An Anatomic Study Using 3D Imaging
  Reviewed By: Daniel P. Bullard, DPM
  
  Anterior Talofibular Ligament (ATFL) Repair Using Two Suture Anchors Produced Better Functional Outcomes Than Using One Suture Anchor for the Treatment of Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability
  Reviewed by: Matthew J. Fernandez, DPM
  
  Relationship Between Fracture Morphology of Lateral Malleolus and Syndesmotic Stability After Supination-External Rotation Type Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Gregory A. Foote, DPM
  
  Morphology of the Posterior Malleolar Fracture Associated with a Spiral Distal Tibia Fracture
  Reviewed By: Morgan E. Garcia, DPM
  
  Bipolar Fresh Osteochondral Allograft Transplantation of the Tibiotalar Joint: A Concise Mid-Term Follow-up of a Previous Report
  Reviewed By: Ashley Jensen, DPM
  
  Medical Comorbidities Increase the Rate of Surgical Site Infection in Primary Achilles Tendon Repair
  Reviewed By: Sangho Kim, DPM
  
  Altered Achilles Tendon Function During Walking in People with Diabetic Neuropathy: Implications for Metabolic Energy Saving
  Reviewed By: Alina Kogan, DPM
  
  Dynamic Stabilization of Syndesmosis Injuries Reduces Complications and Re-operations as Compared with Screw Fixation: A Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
  Reviewed By: Amanda M. Kohut, DPM
  
  Lesion Size Measured on MRI Does Not Accurately Reflect Arthroscopic Measurement in Talar Osteochondral Lesions
  Reviewed By: Greg Lifferth, DPM
  
  Autologous Lipotransfer For Bone Defects Secondary to Osteomyelitis: A Report of A Novel Method and Systematic Review of the Literature
  Reviewed By: Ricardo Navarrete Jr., DPM
  
  Lower Signal Intensity of the Anterior Talofibular Ligament Is Associated with a Higher Rate of Return to Sport After ATFL Repair for Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability
  Reviewed By: Lenny Nguyen, DPM
  
  Defining Reference Values for the Normal Tibiofibular Syndesmosis in Adults Using Weight-Bearing CT
  Reviewed By: Christine C. Palma, DPM
  
  Radiological Outcome After Treatment of Juvenile Flatfeet with Subtalar Arthroereisis: A Matched Pair Analysis of 38 Cases Comparing Neurogenic and Non-Neurogenic Patients
  Reviewed By: Paris M. Payton, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Suture-Tape Internal Bracing is Safe as Arthroscopic Modified Broström Repair in the Treatment of Chronic Ankle Instability
  Reviewed By: Jacob M. Perkins, DPM
  
  Cost Comparison of Surgically Treated Ankle Fractures Managed in an Inpatient Versus Outpatient Setting
  Reviewed by: Spenser Alan Soldano, DPM
  
  Risk Factors for Necrosis of Skin Flap-Like Wounds after Ed Debridement and Suture
  Reviewed By: Christopher Van Damme, DPM

July 2019

• MRI Anatomical Preoperative Evaluation of Distally Based Peroneus Brevis Muscle Flap in Reconstructive Surgery of The Lower Limb
  Reviewed By: Sharif AbdelFattah, DPM  
  
  The Potential of Transdermal Nitric Oxide Treatment for Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy and Diabetic Foot Ulcers
  Reviewed By: Weston Angermeier, DPM
  
  Selective Fixation of the Medial Malleolus in Unstable Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Parth J. Bhakta, DPM
  
  Fat Mass, But Not Fat-Free Mass, Predicts Increased Foot Pain with Obesity, Independent Of Bariatric Surgery
  Reviewed By: Rebecca R. Calder, DPM
  
  Tibialis Posterior Transfer for Foot Drop Due to Central Causes: Long-Term Hindfoot Alignment
  Reviewed By: Emily Curley, DPM
  
  Autologous Matrix-Induced Chondrogenesis for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus: A Clinical and Radiological 2 to 8 Year Follow-up Study
  Reviewed By: Bryan M. Duffin, DPM
  
  Two-Stage Correction Using the Taylor Spatial Frame for Severe Hindfoot Deformity in A Patient with Marfan Syndrome: A Case Report
  Reviewed By: Matthew B. Engelthaler, DPM
  
  Synthesis, Development, Characterization and Effectiveness of Bovine Pure Platelet Gel-Collagen-Polydioxanone Bioactive Graft on Tendon Healing
  Reviewed By: Emlyn Forsung, DPM
  
  Secukinamb Inhibition of Interkeukin-17A in Patients with Psoriatic Arthritis
  Reviewed By: Cindel X. Harris, DPM
  
  Microfracture Provides Better Clinical Results Than Debridement in the Treatment of Acute Talar Osteochondral Lesions Using Arthroscopic Assisted Fixation of Acute Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Kevin J. Huntsman, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Talocalcaneal Coalition Resection in Children
  Reviewed By: Michelle A. Hurless, DPM
  
  Brake Reaction Time After Ankle and Subtalar Arthroscopy
  Reviewed By: Samuel G. Kellner, DPM
  
  Biomechanical Consequences of First Metatarsaophalangeal Joint Arthrodesis on Flexor Digitorum Longus Function: A Cadaveric Study
  Reviewed By: Woojung M. Lee, DPM
  
  Are You Better? A Multi-centre Study of Patient-defined Recovery from Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
  Reviewed By: Christine A. Mariano, DPM
  
  Three Week vs. Six Week Immobilization for Stable Weber B Type Ankle Fractures: Randomized, Multicenter, Non-Inferior Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By: Bridget Metzo, DPM
  
  Early vs Delayed Weightbearing After Microfracture of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus: A Prospective Randomized Trial
  Reviewed By: Jonathan Pajouh, DPM
  
  The Relationship Between Polyethylene Insert Size and Complications in Total Ankle Replacement
  Reviewed By: Clay B. Shumway, DPM
  
  Is Reconstruction Preserving the First Ray or First Two Rays Better Than Full Transmetatarsal Amputation in Diabetic Foot?
  Reviewed By: Steven L. Stuto, DPM
  
  Talar-Sided Osteochondral Lesion of the Subtalar Joint Following the Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fracture: Study Via A Modified Computed Tomography Mapping Analysis
  Reviewed By: Nicholas R. Thompson, DPM
  
  Reduction and Functional Outcome of Open Reduction Plate Fixation Versus Minimally Invasive Reduction with Percutaneous Screw Fixation for Displaced Calcaneus Fracture: A Retrospective Study
  Reviewed By: Matthew Weintraub, DPM

June 2019

• Statin Use Improves Limb Salvage After Intervention for Peripheral Arterial Disease
  Reviewed By: P. Wylie Burge, DPM
  
  Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of the Posterior Malleolus Fragment Frequently Restores Syndesmotic Stability
  Reviewed By: Zachary A. Cohen, DPM
  
  New Persistent Opioid Use Following Common Forefoot Procedures for the Treatment of Hallux Valgus
  Reviewed By: Natalie Alexandra Coriaty, DPM
  
  Intra- and Inter-Rater Reliability of Ultrasound in Plantar Fascia Thickness Measurement
  Reviewed By: Rebecca V. DeSimone, DPM
  
  A Retrospective Comparative Cohort Study Comparing Temporary Internal Fixation to External Fixation at the First-Stage Debridement in the Treatment of Type IIIB Open Diaphyseal Tibial Fractures
  Reviewed By: Matthew J. Dougherty, DPM
  
  Ankle Lateral Ligament Augmentation Versus the Modified Broström-Gould Procedure: A Five-Year Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Megan E. Hom, DPM
  
  The Management of Syndesmotic Screw in Ankle Fractures
  Reviewed By: Vincent J. Inglima, DPM
  
  Native Joint Septic Arthritis: Comparison of Outcomes with Medical and Surgical Management
  Reviewed By: Ashmi H. Patel, DPM
  
  A Prospective Comparison of Wide-Awake Local Anesthesia and General Anesthesia for Forefoot Surgery
  Reviewed By: Kevin P. Patel, DPM
  
  A Confirmatory Study on the Efficacy of Dehydrated Human Amnion/Chorion Membrane (dHACM) Allograft in the Management of Diabetic Foot Ulcers: A Prospective, Multicenter, Randomized, Controlled Study of 110 Patients from 14 Wound Clinics
  Reviewed By: Casey Lewis, DPM
  
  Clinical Outcomes of Bypass-First Versus Endovascular-First Strategy in Patients with Chronic Limb-Threatening Ischemia Due to Infrageniculate Arterial Disease
  Reviewed By: John A. Martucci, DPM
  
  Syndesmosis and Syndesmotic Equivalent Injuries in Tibial Plafond Fractures
  Reviewed By: Sara Mateen, DPM
  
  Incidence and Predictors of Surgical Site Infection After ORIF in Calcaneus Fractures, A Retrospective Cohort Study
  Reviewed By: Stephanie Mita, DPM
  
  Intrasite Antibiotic Powder for the Prevention of Surgical Site Infection in Extremity Surgery: A Systematic Review
  Reviewed By: Katie Pettibone, DPM
  
  Open Reduction and Internal Fixation of Ankle Fracture Using Wide-Awake Local Anesthesia No Tourniquet Technique
  Reviewed By: Dalton M. Ryba, DPM
  
  Adjunctive Intermittent Pneumatic Compression for Venous Thromboprophylaxis
  Reviewed By: Hyun W. Shim, DPM
  
  Amputation-Free Survival in Patients with Diabetes Mellitus and Peripheral Arterial Disease with Heel Ulcer: Open Versus Endovascular Surgery
  Reviewed By: Jennifer A. Skolnik, DPM
  
  Analysis of Readmissions Following Hospitalization for Cellulitis in the United States
  Reviewed By: Nicholas L. Varakin, DPM

May 2019

• Role of Procalcitonin as a Predictor of Clinical Outcome in Acute Diabetic Foot Infections: A Prospective Study
  Reviewed By: Ashley N. Arzadon, DPM
  
  Renal Function as a Predictor of Early Transmetatarsal Amputation Failure
  Reviewed By: Elizabeth Chan, DPM
  
  Development and Validation of a Delayed Presenting Clubfoot Score to Predict the Response to Ponseti Casting for Children Aged 2-10
  Reviewed By: Jordan W. Crafton, DPM
  
  Venous Thromoboembolism and Bleeding Adverse Events in Lower Leg, Ankle and Foot Orthopaedic Surgery with and Without Anticoagulants
  Reviewed By: Stephen E. Dunham, DPM
  
  Visit Duration Does Not Correlate with Perceived Physician Empathy
  Reviewed By: Dylan A. Grau, DPM
  
  The Effects of Timing of Ankle Blocks in Forefoot, Midfoot or Hindfoot Reconstruction with the Use of an Ankle Tourniquet
  Reviewed By: Blake Hale, DPM
  
  Comparison of Intermediate to Long-Term Outcomes of Total Ankle Arthroplasty in Ankles with Preoperative Varus, Valgus and Neutral Alignment
  Reviewed By: Lindsey Hjelm, DPM
  
  MRI Diagnosis for Posttraumatic Osteomyelitis of Extremities Using Conventional Metal-Artifact Reducing Protocols: Revisited
  Reviewed By: Sharon K. Jay, DPM
  
  In Vitro Activity of Oritavancin Alone or in Combination Against Vancomycin-Susceptible and -Resistant Enterococci
  Reviewed By: Melissa M. Journot, DPM
  
  Evaluating Patients for Elective Outpatient Foot and Ankle Surgery: Insurance as a Predictor of Patient Outcomes
  Reviewed By: Matthew M. Knabel, DPM
  
  Patient Safety: Driving After Foot and Ankle Surgery
  Reviewed By: Sokieu Mach, DPM
  
  The Effect of Tobacco Use on Incision Healing in Total Ankle Arthroplasty: A Review of 114 Patients
  Reviewed By: Elena S. Manning, DPM
  
  Effect of NSAIDs on Bone Healing Rates: A Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed By: Nicole Naz Mehr, DPM
  
  The Ruptured Achilles Tendon Elongates for Six Months After Surgical Repair Regardless of Early or Late Weightbearing in Combination with Ankle Mobilization: A Randomized Control Trial
  Reviewed By: Kelsey J. Millonig, DPM
  
  Outcomes of The Calcaneo-Stop Procedure for the Treatment of Juvenile Flatfoot in Young Athletes
  Reviewed By: Samantha A. Miner, DPM
  
  Impact of Heart Failure and Dialysis in the Prognosis of Diabetic Patients with Ischemic Foot Ulcers
  Reviewed By: Greg Nero, DPM
  
  Tranexamic Acid Reduces Perioperative Blood Loss and Hemarthrosis in Total Ankle Arthroplasty
  Reviewed By: Stephanie A. Oexeman, DPM
  
  Oral Versus Intravenous Antibiotic Treatment for Bone and Joint Infections (OVIVA): Study Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Tyler Reber, DPM
  
  Surgeon Type and Outcomes After Inpatient Ankle Arthrodesis and Total Ankle Arthroplasty: A Retrospective Cohort Study Using the Nationwide Premier Healthcare Claims Database
  Reviewed By: Mallory Schweitzer, DPM
  
  Does the Use of Locking Screws Decrease the Rate of Hardware Removal in Ankle Fractures?
  Reviewed By: Eric M. Swenson, DPM

April 2019

• Assessment of the Efficacy of SERI Osteotomy for Hallux Valgus Correction
  Reviewed By: Nina Argade, DPM
  
  Lateral Column Lengthening Versus Subtalar Arthroereisis for Pediatric Flatfeet: A Systematic Review  
  Reviewed By: Mariam Botros, DPM
  
  Persistent Postoperative Step-Off of the Posterior Malleolus Leads to Higher Incidence of Posttraumatic Osteoarthritis in Trimalleolar Fractures
  Reviewed By: Natalia Cardona, DPM
  
  Effects of Local Use of Insulin of Wound Healing in Nondiabetic Patients
  Reviewed By: Sara M. Davis, DPM
  
  The Distally Based Peroneus Brevis Flap: The Five-Step Technique
  Reviewed By: Tyler Gloschat, DPM
  
  Ultrasound of Subtalar Joint Synovitis in Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis: Results of an OMERACT Reliability Exercise Using Consensual Definitions
  Reviewed By: John Greaves, DPM
  
  Survivorship and Long-Term Outcome of a Consecutive Series of 200 Scandinavian Total Ankle Replacement (STAR) Implants
  Reviewed By: Anusha Iyer, DPM
  
  Techniques and Considerations for the Operative Treatment of Ankle fractures in the Elderly
  Reviewed By: Kristopher Jerry, DPM
  
  Shockwave Therapy Associated with Eccentric Strengthening for Achilles Insertional Tendinopathy: A Prospective Study
  Reviewed By: Diana Le, DPM
  
  Incidence of and Risk Factors for Venous Thromboembolism After Foot and Ankle Surgery
  Reviewed By: Midy Liou, DPM
  
  Concentrated Bone Marrow Aspirate May Decrease Postoperative Cyst Occurrence Rate in Autologous Osteochondral Transplantation for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
  Reviewed By: Joshua Lisonbee, DPM
  
  Single-Screw Fixation Compared with Double-Screw Fixation for Treatment of Medial Malleolar Fractures: A Prospective Randomized Control Trial
  Reviewed By: Colin Mizuo, DPM
  
  Bone Density Correlates with Clinical Outcomes After Ankle Fracture Fixation
  Reviewed By: Alisha Poonja, DPM
  
  Hypoalbuminemia Is an Independent Risk Factor for 30-Day Mortality, Postoperative Complications, Readmission and Reoperation in the Operative Lower-Extremity Trauma Patient
  Reviewed By: Kevin Ragothaman, DPM
  
  Oral Versus Intravenous Antibiotics for Bone and Joint Infection
  Reviewed By: Zinnia M. Rocha, DPM
  
  Effectiveness of Viable Cryopreserved Placental Membranes for Management of Diabetic Foot Ulcers in a Real-World Setting
  Reviewed By: Nicholas Salerno, DPM
  
  Retrospective Single-Center Study Evaluating Clinical and Dermoscopic Features of Longitudinal Melanonychia, ABCDEF Criteria and Risk of Malignancy
  Reviewed By: Israel Santander, DPM
  
  Prognosticating Factors of Relapse in Clubfoot Management by Ponseti Method
  Reviewed By: Pooja Shah, DPM
  
  The Effect of Patient Characteristics on One- to Two-Year and Minimum Five-Year Outcomes After Total Ankle Arthroplasty
  Reviewed By: Jason Spector, DPM
  
  Development of an Institutional Opioid Prescriber Education Program and Opioid-Prescribing Guidelines: Impact on Prescribing Practices
  Reviewed By: Anmy Vu, DPM

March 2019

• Investigation of Factors Related to the Occurrence of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus by 3d Bone Morphology of the Ankle
  Reviewed By: Zachary Bennett, DPM
  
  Peroneal Bypass Versus Endovascular Peroneal Intervention for Critical Limb Ischemia
  Reviewed By: Richard Bruno, DPM
  
  Talus Bipartitus: A Rare Anatomical Variant Presenting as an Entrapment Neuropathy of the Tibial Nerve within the Tarsal Tunnel
  Reviewed By: Robby Caballes, DPM
  
  Surgical Treatment of Subfibular Ossicle in Children: A Retrospective Study of 36 Patients with Functional Instability
  Reviewed By: Meagan R. Coleman, DPM
  
  Technologies in the Treatment of Bone Marrow Edema Syndrome
  Reviewed By: Candice Cooper, DPM
  
  Safety and Effectiveness of Talus Subchondroplasty and Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate for the Treatment of Osteochondral Defects of the Talus
  Reviewed By: Stephanie Kvas, DPM
  
  Immediate Weight-Bearing Protocol for the Determination of Ankle Stability in Patients with Isolated Distal Fibular Fractures
  Reviewed By: Jack Levenson DPM
  
  Foot Function After Surgically Treated Intraarticular Calcaneal Fractures
  Reviewed By: Gaston Mike Liu, DPM
  
  Predictors for Amputation in Patients with Diabetic Foot Wound
  Reviewed By: Andrew Olson, DPM
  
  Association of Hemoglobin A1c and Wound healing in Diabetic Foot Ulcers
  Reviewed By: Terrence S. Park, DPM
  
  The Effect of Antiseptics on Adipose-Derived Stem Cells
  Reviewed By: Harshil Patel, DPM
  
  Early Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Trabecular Metal Total Ankle Replacement Using a Transfibular Approach
  Reviewed By: Julio D. Perez-Mustelier, DPM
  
  Effect of Perioperative Gabapentin on Postoperative Pain Resolution and Opioid Cessation in a Mixed Surgical Cohort: A Randomized Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By: Leslie H. Pyle, DPM
  
  Immediate Weight Bearing After Hallux Valgus Correction Using Locking Plate Fixation of the Ludloff Osteotomy: A Retrospective Review
  Reviewed By: Gireesh Reddy, DPM
  
  Initial Displacement Does Not Affect Loss of Reduction After Lisfranc Fracture Dislocations
  Reviewed By: Dylan Roberg, DPM
  
  When and How to Operate the Posterior Malleolus Fragment in Trimalleolar Fractures: A Systematic Literature Review
  Reviewed By: Natalya Salowich, DPM
  
  Evaluating Patients for Elective Outpatient Foot and Ankle Surgery: Insurance as a Predictor of Patient Outcomes
  Reviewed By: Nicole Spalj, DPM
  
  Preoperative MRI is Helpful but Not Sufficient to Detect Associated Lesions in Patients with Chronic Ankle Instability
  Reviewed By: Matthew Weber, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Bone Marrow Stimulation and Concentrated Bone Marrow Aspirate for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus: A Case-Control Study of Functional and Magnetic Resonance Observation of Cartilage Repair Outcomes
  Reviewed By: Michelle L. Winder, DPM
  
  Open Versus Endovascular Revascularization of Below-Knee Arteries in Patients with End-Stage Renal Disease and Critical Limb Ischemia
  Reviewed By: Nicole L. Zahn, DPM

2019

February 2019

• "Fast Cast" and "Needle Tenotomy" Protocols with the Ponseti Method to Improve Clubfoot Management in Bangladesh
  Reviewed By: John Borzok, DPM

  Activity-Induced Increase in Achilles Tendon Blood Flow is Age and Sex Dependent
  Reviewed By: John Bonvillian, DPM

  Free Flap Reconstruction for Diabetic Foot Limb Salvage
  Reviewed By:  John Dresser, DPM

  Dynamic Stabilization of Simple Fractures with Active Plates Delivers Stronger Healing Than Conventional Compression Plating
  Reviewed By: Charlotte George, DPM

  The Role of Calcaneofibular Ligament Injury in Ankle Instability: Implications for Surgical Management
  Reviewed By: Bobbi Hayashi, DPM

  Correlation of MRI Appearance of Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation in the Ankle with Clinical Outcome
  Reviewed By: Jeffery Hunter, DPM

  Clinical Assessment of 115 Cases of Hindfoot Fusion with Two Different Types of Graft: Allograft + DBM + Bone Marrow Aspirate Versus Autograft + DBM
  Reviewed By: Michael McCann, DPM

  Acetaminophen or Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs in Acute Musculoskeletal Trauma: A Multicenter, Double-Blind, Randomized, Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By: Bridget Metzo, DPM

  Five-Year Results of the 1.5 cm Incision Achilles Tendon Repair
  Reviewed By: Melissa Rossi, DPM

  Midterm Functional Outcomes in Operatively Treated Adolescent Lisfranc Injuries
  Reviewed By: Steven Stuto, DPM

  Radiological Study of the Secondary Reduction Effect of Early Functional Exercise on Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures After Internal Compression Fixation
  Reviewed By: Matthew Weintraub, DPM

January 2019

• Correction of Ankle and Hind Foot Deformity in Charcot Neuroarthropathy Using A Retrograde Hind Foot Nail-The Kings' Experience
  Reviewed By: David Cheskis, DPM
  
  The Role of Allograft Bone in Foot and Ankle Arthrodesis and High-Risk Fracture Management
  Reviewed By: Michael J. Huchital, DPM
  
  Healing Rates in Diabetes- Related Foot Ulcers Using Low-Frequency Ultrasonic Debridement Versus Nonsurgical Sharps Debridement: A Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Jason Kim, DPM
  
  Minimally Invasive Versus Open Repair for Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: Meta-Analysis Showing Reduced Complications, with Similar Outcomes, After Minimally Invasive Surgery
  Reviewed By: Kelsey J. Millonig, DPM, MPH
  
  Suture Button Versus Syndesmotic Screw for Syndesmosis Injuries: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials
  Reviewed By: Lenny Nguyen, DPM
  
  Allograft Compared with Autograft in Osteochondral Transplantation for the Treatment of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
  Reviewed By: Stephanie A. Oexeman, DPM
  
  Efficacy of Two Regional Pain Control Techniques in Pediatric Foot Surgery
  Reviewed By: Jeanny Rickards, DPM
  
  Arthroscopic Repair of Lateral Ankle Ligament for Chronic Lateral Ankle Instability: A Systematic Review
  Reviewed By: Mallory Schweitzer, DPM

2018

December 2018

• Biomechanical Evaluation of Two Methods of Fixation of a Flexor Hallucis Longus Tendon Graft
  Reviewed By: Parth J. Bhakta, DPM

  Complications and Revision Amputation Following Trauma-Related Lower Limb Loss
  Reviewed By: Richard R. Bruno, DPM
  
  Repair of Only Anterior Talofibular Ligament Resulted in Similar Outcomes to Those of Repair of Both Anterior Talofibular and Calcaneofibular Ligaments
  Reviewed By: Hyunho Choi, DPM
  
  Stimulation of Tendon Healing with Delayed Dexamethasone Treatment Is Modified by the Microbiome
  Reviewed By: Bryan M. Duffin, DPM
  
  Dorsal Bridge Plating or Transarticular Screws for Lisfranc Fracture Dislocations
  Reviewed By: Taylor D. Heck, DPM
  
  Does the Quality of Preoperative Closed Reduction of Displaced Ankle Fractures Affect Wound Complications after Surgical Fixation?
  Reviewed By: Kevin J. Huntsman, DPM
  
  Surgery for Type B Ankle Fracture Treatment: A Combined Randomized and Observational Study (CROSSBAT)
  Reviewed By: Michelle A. Hurless, DPM
  
  Reduced Time to Surgery Improves Patient-Reported Outcome After Achilles Tendon Ruptures
  Reviewed By: Woojung M. Lee, DPM
  
  Evidence-Based Protocol for Prophylactic Antibiotics in Open Fractures: Improved Antibiotic Stewardship with No Increase in Infection Rates
  Reviewed By: Jonathan Pajouh, DPM
  
  Predictors of Compartment Syndrome of the Foot After Fracture of the Calcaneus
  Reviewed By: Dhagash P. Patel, DPM
  
  Assessment of Ankle Mortise Instability After Isolated Supination-External Rotation Lateral Malleolar Fractures
  Reviewed By: Stephanie Petrofski, DPM
  
  Botulinum Toxin Type A Versus Placebo for Idiopathic Clubfoot: A Two-Center, Double Blind, Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Mark J. Sheehan, DPM
  
  Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Versus Kinesiology Taping in the Management of Plantar Fasciitis: A Randomized Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By: Maya C. Trueman, DPM

November 2018

• The Mangled Extremity Score and Amputation: Time for a Revision
  Reviewed By: James D. Barksdale, DPM
  
  Smartphone-Based Mobile Thermal Imaging Technology to Assess Limb Perfusion and Tourniquet Effectiveness Under Normal and Blackout Conditions
  Reviewed By: Shawniece Boss, DPM
  
  High-Grade Osteosarcoma of the Foot: Presentation, Treatment, Prognostic Factors and Outcome of 23 Cooperative Osteosarcoma Study Group COSS Patients
  Reviewed By: Robby J. Caballes, DPM
  
  The Value of Quantitative Histology in the Diagnosis of Fracture-Related Infection
  Reviewed By: Allie P. Cohen, DPM
  
  Patient-Perceived Outcomes After Subtalar Arthroereisis with Bioabsorbable Implants for Flexible Flatfoot in Growing Age: A Four-Year Follow-Up Study
  Reviewed By: Meghan Hurley, DPM
  
  Local Versus Systemic Antibiotics for Surgical Infection Prophylaxis in a Rat Model
  Reviewed By: Stephanie M. Kane, DPM
  
  A Comparative Study of Three Commonly Used Fixation Techniques for Isolated Medial Malleolus Fracture
  Reviewed By: Greg S. Lifferth, DPM
  
  Time to Diagnosis and Treatment of Surgical Site Infections in Foot and Ankle Surgery
  Reviewed By: Magdalena Marcinek, DPM
  
  Cannabinoid Delivery Systems for Pain and Inflammation Treatment
  Reviewed By: Brennan A. Menninger, DPM
  
  Laboratory Risk Indicator for Necrotizing Fasciitis (LRINEC) Score for the Assessment of Early Necrotizing Fasciitis: A Systematic Review of the Literature
  Reviewed By: Harshil Patel, DPM
  
  Ultrasonographic Evaluation of the Early Healing Process After Achilles Tendon Repair
  Reviewed By: Julio D. Perez-Mustelier, DPM
  
  The Coverage of Skin Defects Over the Foot and Ankle Using the Distally Based Sural Neurocutaneous Flaps: Experience of 21 Cases
  Reviewed By: Riley Rampton, DPM
  
  First Metatarsophalangeal Joint Arthrodesis with Two Orthogonal Two-Hole Plates
  Reviewed By: Kevin Tootle, DPM
  
  Lower-Extremity Salvage with Thoracodorsal Artery Perforator Free Flap in Condition of Symmetrical Peripheral Gangrene
  Reviewed By: Nicole S. Zahn, DPM

October 2018

• Is Unilateral Lower-Leg Orthosis with a Circular Foot Unit in the Treatment of Idiopathic Clubfeet a Reasonable Bracing Alternative in the Ponseti Method? Five-Year Results of a Supraregional Pediatric-Orthopaedic Center
  Reviewed By: Amara Abid, DPM
  
  Foot Reconstruction Using a Free Proximal Peroneal Artery Perforator Flap: Anatomical Study and Clinical Application
  Reviewed By: Mahsa AghaJafarim, DPM
  
  Surgical Nerve Decompression for the Treatment of Painful Diabetic Neuropathy of the Foot: A Level 1 Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial
  Reviewed By: Ryan Bangart, DPM
  
  Posterior Malleolus in Trimalleolar Ankle Fractures: Malleolus Versus Transyndesmal Fixation
  Reviewed By: Brittany A. Brower, DPM
  
  Postoperative Blood Glucose Levels Predict Infection After Total Joint Arthroplasty
  Reviewed By: Natalia Cardona, DPM
  
  Ankle-Brachial Index, Toe-Brachial Index and Cardiovascular Mortality in Persons with and Without Diabetes Mellitus
  Reviewed By: Yehia Elebrashi, DPM
  
  Readiness for Discharge After Foot and Ankle Surgery Using Peripheral Nerve Blocks: A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Spinal and General Anesthesia as Supplements to Nerve Blocks
  Reviewed By: Rebecca S. Herman, DPM
  
  Nutritional Dermatoses and Its Association with Anemia and Systemic Illness
  Reviewed By: Ashley Jensen, DPM
  
  Timing of Epiphysiodesis to Correct Leg-Length Discrepancy: A Comparison of Prediction Methods
  Reviewed By: Kristopher P. Jerry, DPM
  
  A Biomechanical Comparison of Fifth Metatarsal Jones Fracture Fixation Methods
  Reviewed By: Eric Krznaric, DPM
  
  Postoperative Foot and Ankle MR Imaging
  Reviewed By: Frank L. Narcisi, DPM
  
  Culture of Bone Biopsy Specimens Overestimates Rate of Residual Osteomyelitis After Toe of Forefoot Amputation
  Reviewed By: Bao Tram Nguyen, DPM
  
  Peri-Articular Reconstruction for Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures Utilizing the Ilizarov Method with Orthofix Truelok Circular External Fixator: A Technique Guide and Orthoplastic Considerations
  Reviewed By: Dalton M. Ryba, DPM
  
  Augmented Versus Nonaugmented Repair of Acute Achilles Tendon Rupture: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
  Reviewed By: Jason C. Spector, DPM
  
  Long-Term, Patient-Centered Outcomes of Lower-Extremity Vascular Trauma
  Reviewed By: Christopher Van Damme, DPM
  
  Foot Kinematics Differ Between Runners with and Without a History of Navicular Stress Fractures
  Reviewed By: Danielle Yaros, DPM

September 2018

• A Retrospective Audit of Lesion Excision and Rotation Skin Flap for the Treatment of Intractable Plantar Keratosis
  Reviewed By: Ann Nguyen, DPM
  
  Neglected Tibial Pilon Fractures: Can Arthrodesis Be Avoided?
  Reviewed By: Adel Aitali, DPM
  
  The Ruptured Achilles Tendon Elongates for Six Months After Surgical Repair Regardless of Early or Late Weightbearing in Combination with Ankle Mobilization: A Randomized Clinical Trial
  Reviewed By: Dana M. Berns, DPM