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Statewide Prevalence of Congenital Hand Anomalies: A 6-Year Review of Patients Presenting to Mississippi's Only Children's Hospital
12/03/2024
Brittany N. Corder, BS; Katherine C. Benedict, MD; Hannah G. Buie, BS ; Reagan M. Moak, BS ; Martin G. McCandless, BS ; Marc E. Walker, MD, MBA
This study analyzed congenital upper extremity anomalies at University of Mississippi Medical Center, identifying incidence trends from 2015-2020 using ICD codes and demographic data.
This study analyzed congenital upper extremity anomalies at University of Mississippi Medical Center, identifying incidence trends from 2015-2020 using ICD codes and demographic data.
This study analyzed congenital...
12/03/2024
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Single-Stage Metacarpal Lengthening for Traumatic Metacarpal Malunion: A Case Report and Surgical Technique
11/08/2024
Mariel McLaughlin, MD; Dylon P. Collins, BS; Michael C. Doarn, MD; Devin W. Collins, DO
A single-stage intramedullary technique for metacarpal lengthening effectively addresses traumatic malunion, correcting malrotation and improving fist formation with minimal lag.
A single-stage intramedullary technique for metacarpal lengthening effectively addresses traumatic malunion, correcting malrotation and improving fist formation with minimal lag.
A single-stage intramedullary...
11/08/2024
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Case Report
Not a Jersey Finger – A Case of a Closed Traumatic Rupture of the Small Finger Flexor Digitorum Profundus Tendon at the Lumbrical Origin
10/23/2024
Alexander M. Germann, MD; Sharon S. Stanley, MD
A 55-year-old man experienced proximal rupture of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon while moving heavy furniture, requiring surgical repair.
A 55-year-old man experienced proximal rupture of the flexor digitorum profundus tendon while moving heavy furniture, requiring surgical repair.
A 55-year-old man experienced...
10/23/2024
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Coincidence of Brachial Plexus Upper Trunk and Long Thoracic Nerve Injuries in 50 Patients With Winged Scapula: Improvements in Shoulder Stability and Functional Movements After Decompression and Neurolysis
10/17/2024
Rahul K. Nath, MD; Chandra Somasundaram, PhD
This study documents simultaneous upper trunk and long thoracic nerve injuries causing scapular winging and shoulder instability in patients.
This study documents simultaneous upper trunk and long thoracic nerve injuries causing scapular winging and shoulder instability in patients.
This study documents...
10/17/2024
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Original Research
Nitinol Compression Staple Versus Headless Compression Screw Fixation for Scaphoid Waist Fractures
08/26/2024
Adam M. Kurland, BA; Dominick V. Congiusta, MD, MPH; Ashley Ignatiuk, MD, MSc, FRCSC; Abram E. Kirschenbaum, MD; Michael M. Vosbikian, MD; Irfan H. Ahmed, MD
This study compares scaphoid waist fracture treatments, analyzing union rates and complications between nitinol staples and headless compression screws.
This study compares scaphoid waist fracture treatments, analyzing union rates and complications between nitinol staples and headless compression screws.
This study compares scaphoid...
08/26/2024
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Case Report
Mixed Neuroendocrine-Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Hand With Metastatic Dissemination: A Case Report

08/15/2024
Jubril Adepoju, BS; John A. Toms III, MS; Elizabeth S. O'Neill, MD, MPH; Mark Grevious, MD, MBA; Jafar Hasan, MD, MBA; Christina Tragos, MD; Matthew Doscher, MD, FACS
This case report highlights a rare mixed squamous cell and neuroendocrine tumor in the finger, emphasizing diagnostic challenges and follow-up importance.
This case report highlights a rare mixed squamous cell and neuroendocrine tumor in the finger, emphasizing diagnostic challenges and follow-up importance.
This case report highlights a...
08/15/2024
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Unique Transligamentous Variant of the Recurrent Motor Branch of the Median Nerve
07/12/2024
Reed Wulbrecht, MD; Michael Doarn, MD
This case report describes a unique anatomical variant during open carpal tunnel release and ring finger trigger release.
This case report describes a unique anatomical variant during open carpal tunnel release and ring finger trigger release.
This case report describes a...
07/12/2024
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Original Research
Reconstruction of Complex Upper Extremity Wounds With Novosorb Biodegradable Temporizing Matrix Versus Integra Collagen-Chondroitin Silicone: A Cost Analysis
06/18/2024
Christopher Jou, MD; Kyle J. Chepla, MD
This study compared the costs between Novosorb BTM and Integra CCS bilayer for reconstruction of upper extremity soft tissue defects.
This study compared the costs between Novosorb BTM and Integra CCS bilayer for reconstruction of upper extremity soft tissue defects.
This study compared the costs...
06/18/2024
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Nail Bed Injury Repair: Nail Plate Replacement Versus Non-replacement
06/12/2024
Justin Rock, MD; Adam Kurland, MD; Dominick V. Congiusta, MD, MPH; Omkar Baxi, MD; Michael M. Vosbikian, MD; Irfan H. Ahmed, MD
This prospective, randomized controlled study compares nail plate replacement versus non-replacement in patients undergoing nail bed repair.
This prospective, randomized controlled study compares nail plate replacement versus non-replacement in patients undergoing nail bed repair.
This prospective, randomized...
06/12/2024
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Original Research
Scaphoid Fractures Requiring Bone Graft: Does Graft Source Matter?
05/07/2024
Ashley Ignatiuk, MD, MSc, FRCSC
This study compares the outcomes of treatment of scaphoid waist fractures with the use of distal radius and iliac crest bone grafts.
This study compares the outcomes of treatment of scaphoid waist fractures with the use of distal radius and iliac crest bone grafts.
This study compares the outcomes...
05/07/2024
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Case Report
Buccal Sulcus Approach to Septal Perforation Repair
08/12/2025
Midfacial degloving via transoral access offers a novel approach to pediatric septal perforation repair, avoiding external or endonasal incisions.
Midfacial degloving via transoral access offers a novel approach to pediatric septal perforation repair, avoiding external or endonasal incisions.
Midfacial degloving via...
08/12/2025
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Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: An Overlooked Diagnosis in the Pediatric Population
08/08/2025
Pediatric thoracic outlet syndrome remains underrecognized. This case explores diagnosis and management considerations in a child with cervical rib compression.
Pediatric thoracic outlet syndrome remains underrecognized. This case explores diagnosis and management considerations in a child with cervical rib compression.
Pediatric thoracic outlet...
08/08/2025
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A Case of Extrasphincteric Enterocutaneous Fistula After Scrotal Reconstruction for Fournier Gangrene: Use of a Novel Salvage Technique
08/08/2025
Case report details surgical management of a rare, long extrasphincteric fistula complicating prior scrotal reconstruction following Fournier gangrene.
Case report details surgical management of a rare, long extrasphincteric fistula complicating prior scrotal reconstruction following Fournier gangrene.
Case report details surgical...
08/08/2025
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Extreme Injury of Multiple Hand Extensor Tendons (Zones II to VII) Combined With an Extensive Degloving Injury of the Dorsal Hand: Staged Reconstruction Utilizing Silicon Rods and a Groin Flap
08/06/2025
Staged reconstruction of dorsal hand degloving with extensor tendon injury using groin flap, tendon grafts, and silicone rod technique.
Staged reconstruction of dorsal hand degloving with extensor tendon injury using groin flap, tendon grafts, and silicone rod technique.
Staged reconstruction of dorsal...
08/06/2025
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Original Research
Opioid Prescription Patterns in Hand Surgery: A Medicare Part D Analysis
07/18/2025
Sabrina M. Wang, MD, MPH; Steven L. Zeng, BA; Victoria Wu, BA; Emmanuel O. Emovon, III, BS; J. Andres Hernandez, MD, MBA; William M. Tian, BS; Cynthia Feltner, MD, MPH; Suhail K. Mithani, MD
National trends and regional disparities in opioid prescribing by hand surgeons highlight evolving practices within the Medicare population from 2015–2019.
National trends and regional disparities in opioid prescribing by hand surgeons highlight evolving practices within the Medicare population from 2015–2019.
National trends and regional...
07/18/2025
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Original Research
Technique to Reduce Wound Size: The Double-Opposing Purse-String and Horizontal Continuous Closure Algorithm
07/17/2025
Alexander L. Mostovych, MS; Lexina R. Patel, BS; Kartik Garg, MD; Quinton L. Carr, BA; Mitchell Peake, MD; Ryan Cantrell, BS ; Bradon J. Wilhelmi, MD
Double-opposing purse-string and horizontal closure technique offers a simplified reconstructive option for complex wounds, particularly in high-risk patients.
Double-opposing purse-string and horizontal closure technique offers a simplified reconstructive option for complex wounds, particularly in high-risk patients.
Double-opposing purse-string and...
07/17/2025
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Case Report

Triple-Positive PALB-2 Breast Cancer in a 27-Year-Old Male-to-Female Patient
07/17/2025
Kelly C. Ho, BS; Kristin N. Huffman, BS; Madeline J. O’Connor, BA; Payton Sparks, BS; Caden Bozigar; Helene Sterbling, MD; Nora Hansen, MD
Case highlights breast cancer screening considerations in transgender women with long-term hormone therapy and familial risk factors.
Case highlights breast cancer screening considerations in transgender women with long-term hormone therapy and familial risk factors.
Case highlights breast cancer...
07/17/2025
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Original Research
Fluorescein Dye-Assisted Tangential Excision and Skin Grafting in Hand Burns: Achieving Optimal Cosmetic and Functional Outcomes
07/17/2025
Dylan Singh, MD; Justin H. Wong, BS; Alana A. Parsa, MD; Fereydoun D. Parsa, MD, FACS
Fluorescein-guided tangential excision offers a technique for early burn depth assessment and precision debridement in hand burn management.
Fluorescein-guided tangential excision offers a technique for early burn depth assessment and precision debridement in hand burn management.
Fluorescein-guided tangential...
07/17/2025
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From Tooth to Phalanx: The First Reported Case of Porphyromonas endodontalis Causing Osteomyelitis of the Proximal Phalanx
07/08/2025
Hannah Korah, PhD; Meagan Popp; Caleb Bercu, MD; Aaron Berger, MD, PhD
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis case implicates oral anaerobe Porphyromonas endodontalis following phalangeal trauma and dental procedure in adolescent.
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis case implicates oral anaerobe Porphyromonas endodontalis following phalangeal trauma and dental procedure in adolescent.
Unusual long bone osteomyelitis...
07/08/2025
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Extraction of a TASER 7 Barb Embedded in the Supraorbital Frontal Bone: A Clinical Case Report
07/08/2025
Benjamin B. Scott, MD; José Antonio Arellano, MD; Hilary Y. Liu, BS; Francesco M. Egro, MD, MSc, MRCS
TASER barb embedded in the supraorbital bone presents a unique extraction challenge; authors describe a successful bedside removal approach.
TASER barb embedded in the supraorbital bone presents a unique extraction challenge; authors describe a successful bedside removal approach.
TASER barb embedded in the...
07/08/2025
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Patient-Reported Mental Health Outcomes After Single-Digit Non-thumb Traumatic Amputation in Adults
11/10/2023
Carrie L. Roth Bettlach, MSN, FNP-C; Rachel Skladman, MD; Ella Gibson, BA; John M. Daines, MD; Emma R. Payne, BS; Linh V. Vuong, MD; Corrine M. Merrill, BSN; Mitchell A. Pet, MD
This study investigated patient-reported mental health outcomes after traumatic digital amputation.
This study investigated patient-reported mental health outcomes after traumatic digital amputation.
This study investigated...
11/10/2023
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Predicting Postsurgical Complications of Peripheral Nerve Decompression: NSQIP Analysis of Frailty Measures Versus Historic Proxies
02/28/2024
Arya A. Akhavan, MD; Eric Alerte, BS ; Taylor J. Ibelli, BS , MSc, MD; Suhas K. Etigunta, BS ; Abigail Katz, BS ; Annet S. Kuruvilla, BS ; Peter J. Taub, MD, FACS, FAAP; Helen Liu, DO, BS 
The authors investigated wether patient frailty measures may more accurately predict postsurgical complications in patients who underwent peripheral nerve decompression.
The authors investigated wether patient frailty measures may more accurately predict postsurgical complications in patients who underwent peripheral nerve decompression.
The authors investigated wether...
02/28/2024
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Treatment of Lymphedema in Patients With Advanced Cancer Receiving Palliative Care: A Single-Center Experience
05/09/2024
Isao Koshima, MD; Keisuke Shimbo; Haruka Kawamoto
This single-center, retrospective cohort study investigated the course of treatment for lymphedema in patients receiving palliative care to assess posttreatment outcomes.
This single-center, retrospective cohort study investigated the course of treatment for lymphedema in patients receiving palliative care to assess posttreatment outcomes.
This single-center,...
05/09/2024
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Original Research
Effect of Tissue Expanders Filled With Saline Versus Air on Longitudinal Breast Reconstruction Outcomes
10/23/2024
Mohammed Shaheen, JD; Rachna Goli, BA; Pooja Yesantharao, MD; Connor Arquette, MD; Nathan Makarewicz, BA; Rahim S. Nazerali, MD MHS
A retrospective study of 69 patients compared air versus saline intraoperative fill in 2-stage breast reconstruction, focusing on postoperative outcomes.
A retrospective study of 69 patients compared air versus saline intraoperative fill in 2-stage breast reconstruction, focusing on postoperative outcomes.
A retrospective study of 69...
10/23/2024
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“Spare Parts” for Foot Wound Reconstruction: A Report of 2 Cases
12/08/2023
Richard Simman, MD, FACS, FACCWS; Kelsee K. Zajac
This report highlights 2 cases involving spare parts foot reconstruction of complicated defects, both of which decreased donor morbidity and lessened the degree of amputation. 
This report highlights 2 cases involving spare parts foot reconstruction of complicated defects, both of which decreased donor morbidity and lessened the degree of amputation. 
This report highlights 2 cases...
12/08/2023
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