Matthew V. Abola

National Trends in Wrist Arthroscopy Training Exposure among Orthopedic Surgery Residents: A 5-year National ACGME Case Log Study

Michelle Richardson, Amanda Avila, Raymond Y. Kim, Lawrence J. Lin et autres

Abstract Arthroscopy is a growing field within hand surgery with advancing technology and expanding indications. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the most recent trends of wrist arthroscopy among graduating orthopedic residents from 2021 to 2025. This was a retrospective …

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Stimulant Medication Use is Associated with Increased Risk of Scaphoid Fracture and Nonunion

Kaveh A. Torabian, Kira L. Smith, Logan Good, Troy B. Amen et autres

Abstract Stimulant medications are the first-line pharmacotherapy for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Evidence suggests that they may impair bone remodeling and vascularity, raising concern for scaphoid fractures, given the bone's tenuous blood supply and propensity for nonunion. Thus, this study aimed …

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Tobacco Use and Non-Tobacco Nicotine Dependence in Operatively Treated Scaphoid Fractures: A Propensity-Matched Cohort Study

Logan Good, Priya Raju, Kira L. Smith, Andrew H. Engel et autres

Abstract Non-tobacco nicotine dependence (NTND) has become a common alternative to traditional tobacco use. This study aimed to investigate differences in perioperative complications and rates of nonunion among patients with NTND and tobacco use with scaphoid fractures. The TriNetX United States Collaborative …

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Treatment Patterns and Disparities in Thumb Collateral Ligament Surgery: A 10-Year New York State Analysis

Joseph Saleh, Michelle Richardson, Matthew T. Kingery, Charles C. LIN et autres

Background: Thumb metacarpophalangeal (MCP) collateral ligament injuries are common and can be debilitating, with prolonged recovery and functional limitation of the injured hand. The aim of this study is to identify potential demographic differences between patients treated operatively and nonoperatively and identify …

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Syndactyly and Risk of Cancer

Kira L. Smith, Matthew V. Abola, Logan Good, Raymond W. Liu et autres

Background: Syndactyly is the most common upper-extremity congenital condition, and cases can be associated with genetic syndromes or arise sporadically (nonsyndromic). The purpose of this investigation was to determine rates of both malignant and benign neoplasms among pediatric patients diagnosed with nonsyndromic …

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Impact of non-tobacco nicotine dependence on outcomes following carpal tunnel release: A retrospective cohort study

Ankit Hirpara, Ansh Shah, Emma Smolev, Kira L. Smith et autres

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Risk of Nonunion Associated with NSAID Use Following Partial Wrist Fusion: A Retrospective Analysis

Kira L. Smith, Cyrus Eghtedari, Alexander N. Berk, Logan Good et autres

Abstract The purpose of this investigation was to assess whether the use of nonselective nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or selective cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitors in the perioperative period is associated with the risk of nonunion after partial wrist fusion. We hypothesized that exposure …

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Temporary Dorsal Staple Fixation of Scapholunate Interosseous Ligament Repair and Reconstruction

Rafa Rahman, Matthew V. Abola, Michelle G. Carlson

There is a wide variety of techniques to address scapholunate interosseous ligament injury, including both repair and reconstruction of the ligament. What many of these techniques have in common is the protection of the repair or reconstruction by the use of Kirschner …

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Scapholunate ligament injuries in the nonarthritic wrist

Matthew V. Abola, Michele Cerasani, Omri Ayalon, Jacques H. Hacquebord

ABSTRACT: The scapholunate ligament (SLL) is a critical stabilizer of the wrist joint. Disruption of the SLL leads to altered wrist kinematics, including scaphoid flexion, lunate extension, and increased stress on surrounding cartilage and ligaments, which can progress to dorsal intercalated segment …

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Revision Rates Following Scapholunate Ligament Repair and Reconstruction: A Multi-Institutional Database Study and Review of Literature

Matthew V. Abola, Billy I. Kim, Troy B. Amen, Rafa Rahman et autres

Abstract Scapholunate (SL) ligament tears represent a significant challenge in hand surgery, with implications for wrist stability, function, and the prevention of arthritis. Despite various SL ligament repair and reconstructive techniques, there is a lack of consensus on the overall revision rate. …

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Polydactyly and Risk of Cancer

Matthew V. Abola, Logan Good, Kira L. Smith, Alexander N. Berk et autres

INTRODUCTION: Syndromic polydactyly is often associated with an increased cancer risk. However, limited data exist regarding nonsyndromic polydactyly and its associated risk of subsequent malignancy. Therefore, our purpose was to investigate differences in rates of both malignant and benign neoplasms among pediatric …

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Do ChatGPT and Gemini’s Recommendations Align With Established Guidelines for Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery?

Yibin B. Zhang, Fielding Fischer, Matthew V. Abola, Daniel A. Osei et autres

Background: The use of large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT and Gemini in clinical settings has surged, presenting potential benefits in reducing administrative workload and enhancing patient communication. However, concerns about the clinical accuracy of these tools persist. This study evaluated …

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