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Use of Polyetheretherketone Devices May Up Pseudarthrosis

posted November 8th
by modernClinician Editorial Team

For one-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, use of polyetheretherketone devices is associated with significantly higher rates of radiographically demonstrated pseudarthrosis and need for revision surgery compared with allografts, according to a study published online Oct. 30 in the Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine.

Quantity of Opioids Prescribed Postop Linked to Consumption

posted November 8th
by modernClinician Editorial Team

The quantity of opioids prescribed after surgery is associated with patient-reported opioid consumption, according to a study published online Nov. 7 in JAMA Surgery.

New Guidelines Issued for Patellofemoral Pain Management

posted November 6th
by modernClinician Editorial Team

The National Athletic Trainers' Association has issued recommendations for identifying and managing patients with patellofemoral pain; these recommendations form the basis of a position statement published in the September issue of the Journal of Athletic Training.

Sign-Up Season Begins on HealthCare.gov

posted November 2nd
by modernClinician Editorial Team

The federal government website where Americans can sign up for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act is up and running, officials said yesterday.