Nepal Orthopedic Association Journal (NOAJ)

Publishes latest development in the field of orthopedic Surgery

ISSN (Online): 2990-7551

ISSN (Print): 2091-0177

Frequency of Publication: Semiannual

Language of Publication: English

Starting year: 2010

Format of Publication: Online and Print

The Nepal orthopedic Association Journal (NOAJ) is an open access peer-reviewed journal committed to publish high-quality research papers in the field of orthopedic surgery.

2011
Volume 2
Peer Review: The “next step” for a new journal.

Pradhan RL

Editoral

2023-05-27 12:26:46 | Page: N/A

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Osteosynthesis of Unstable Fractures of Distal Radius with Volar Locking Plate

Pradhan RL. Sharma S, Pandey BK, Manandhar RR, Lakhey S, Rijal KP

Original Article

2023-05-27 12:50:32 | Page: N/A

Background: Various surgical treatment methods are available for unstable distal radius fractures. Clinical and radiological outcome with volar locking plate has been very satisfactory. The purpose of this prospective study is to evaluate the results of the treatment of unstable fractures with the volar locking plate with regard to loss ...

Single stage posterior instrumentation and anterior interbody fusion for tuberculosis of dorsal and lumbar spines

Pandey BK, Sangondimath GM, Chhabra HS

Original Article

2023-05-27 12:47:09 | Page: N/A

Background: Spine is the most common site for osseous involvement of tuberculosis, accounting around 50% cases of musculoskeletal tuberculosis. The most frequent sites of the involvement are the thoracic and lumbar spine. The anterior column is primarily affected resulting in progressive or residual kyphotic deformity even after the eradication of ...

Displaced Colles fractures: Functional outcome following closed reduction and stabilization with percutaneous K-wires

Manandhar RR, Lakhey S, Pandey BK, Pradhan RL, Sharma S, Rijal KP

Original Article

2023-05-27 12:42:37 | Page: N/A

Background: Displaced Colles fractures are generally treated by manipulation and below elbow cast application. Malunion is a common complication resulting in pain, mid carpal instability and post-traumatic arthritis. Fracture stabilization by percutaneous pinning is a simple, minimally invasive technique which helps prevent dislodgment of the fracture thereby minimizing complications. The ...

Serum Lactate –An indicator of morbidity and mortality in polytrauma and multi-trauma patients

Lamichhane P, Shrestha S, Banskota B, Banskota AK

Original Article

2023-05-27 12:38:33 | Page: N/A

Background: The search for the best marker or set of markers for the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of ‘at risk’ trauma patients is ongoing. Serial estimation of serum lactate values are thought to help predict morbidity and mortality in trauma victims. There is evidence to support the use of blood ...

Management of Pediatric Displaced Distal Metaphyseal Forearm Fracture: Comparison between Cast Immobilization and Percutaneous Kirschner Wire Fixation.

Shrestha D, Dhoju D, Parajuli N, Dhakal G, Shrestha R

Original Article

2023-05-27 12:31:41 | Page: N/A

Background: Distal metaphyseal forearm fracture is one of the common injuries in children. Closed reduction and above elbow cast is the standard method of treatment but reported to be associated with redisplacement rate of 7-25%. Closed reduction and fixation with percutaneous Kirschner wire is an alternative treatment option to prevent ...

Free hand insertion of pedicle screws in Dorsal / Lumbar / Sacral spine – Our experience

Bijukachhe B, Shrestha BK, Pandey JR, Banskota AK

Surgical Techniques

2023-05-27 12:56:23 | Page: N/A

Background: Fluoroscopic guidance to put pedicle screws helps to confirm the accuracy of the screw in place; however, it is always not mandatory

Methods: In 79 patients, 531 pedicle screws were inserted during a period between July 2006 and November 2009. There were 218 pedicle screws in trauma, 138 in ...

Stroke and the Orthopaedic Surgeon

Banskota AK

Narrative Review

2023-05-27 12:58:47 | Page: N/A

The role that can be effectively played by the orthopaedic surgeon in the long-term management of the stroke victim is often overlooked. Post-stroke patients rely heavily on the orthopaedist, amongst other members of the multidisciplinary team, to regain the maximum possible functional status following the stroke event. A great need ...

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