Abstract Foundation species enhance biodiversity and multifunctionality across many systems; however, whether foundation patch configuration mediates their ecological effects is unknown. In a 6‐month field experiment, we test which attributes of – i.e. size, total area, perimeter, area‐perimeter ratio, or connectivity control biodiversity, stability by adding standardised density mussel in patches 1, 5, 10, 30, 60, 90 180 individuals to southeastern US salt marsh. Over 67% response variables...

Ruptures of the quadriceps tendon present most frequently in older adults and individuals with underlying medical conditions.

Background: There is evidence to suggest that the midbrain periaqueductal grey (PAG) has a role in migraine and actions of anti-migraine drug sumatriptan. In present study we examined serotonergic modulation GABAergic glutamatergic synaptic transmission rat PAG slices vitro. Results: Serotonin (5-hydroxytriptamine, 5-HT, IC 50 = 142 nM) selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor fluoxetine (30 μM) produced reduction amplitude GABA A -mediated evoked inhibitory postsynaptic currents (IPSCs) all...

Background: Ulnar collateral ligament (UCL)reconstruction (UCLR) has transformed UCL injury from career-ending to career-interruptive. The most common surgical techniques are the modified Jobe and docking techniques. Purpose/Hypothesis: purpose of this study was perform a prospective, randomized comparison versus in overhead athletes with respect patient-reported outcomes (PROs), self-reported baseball-specific metrics, imaging, complications. It hypothesized that there would be no...

Injury to the quadriceps tendon is rare and most commonly occurs in middle-aged men. Few reports are available regarding outcomes after rupture younger patients.To review clinical of patients who underwent repair at age ≤40 years. We hypothesized that this cohort would experience better comparison historical older controls.Case series; Level evidence, 4.Using an institutional database, we retrospectively identified between January 2009 December 2017. Patients were included study if they aged...

Abundance of the commercially and ecologically important Eastern oyster, Crassostrea virginica, has declined across US Gulf coasts in recent decades, spurring substantial efforts to restore oyster reefs. These are widely constrained by availability, cost, suitability substrates support settlement reef establishment. In particular, shell is often preferred substrate but relatively scarce increasingly expensive. Thus, there a need for alternative restoration materials that cost-effective,...

Abstract Populations of the European flat oyster Ostrea edulis have experienced catastrophic declines across Europe and subsequent spread non‐native species Crepidula fornicata has led to its occurrence in exceptionally high densities some areas previously dominated by O. . Spatial temporal concurrence C. larvae within zooplankton community occurs throughout spawning season. A larval peak density 374.7 ± 96.5 larvae/ml (mean SD) was observed Langston Harbour sympatrically with 45.7 20.1...

PurposeThe purpose of this study was to determine whether a preoperative Caton-Deschamps index (CDI) ≥ 1.30, as measured by magnetic resonance imaging, is associated with rates postoperative instability, revision knee surgery, and patient-reported outcomes in patients undergoing isolated medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction.MethodsPatients who underwent primary reconstruction (MPFLR) between 2015 2019 at single institution were assessed. Only those least 2 year follow up...

Background: Although several studies have noted that patients are routinely overprescribed opioids, few reported usage after arthroscopic surgery. Purpose: To determine opioid consumption and allocation for unused opioids common surgeries. Study Design: Case series; Level of evidence, 4. Methods: Patients between the ages 15 40 years who were scheduled to undergo anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), labral repair hip or shoulder, meniscectomy, meniscal prospectively enrolled....

Background: Injury of the ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) has become increasingly common, particularly in overhead athletes. There is no consensus on management nerve UCL reconstruction (UCLR) patients with preoperative symptoms, as literature supports both not decompressing well transposition (UNT). Hypothesis/Purpose: The purpose this study was to compare subjective clinical outcomes and return-to-sports (RTS) metrics between who received UNT during UCLR a matched cohort underwent alone....

Background: Patella alta is a risk factor for recurrent patellar instability. Differences in chondral injury patients with instability between patella and norma have not been evaluated. Purpose: To analyze whether preoperative cartilage damage differs severity location without alta. Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods: Patients who underwent realignment surgery at single institution magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scans were included. After measurement Caton-Deschamps...

PurposeTo retrospectively compare return to sport rates and subjective outcomes of patients who underwent open or endoscopic compartment release for the surgical management chronic exertional syndrome.MethodsThis was a retrospective review lower-extremity fasciotomy syndrome from June 2012 2020. Eligibility included 15 45 years age identified as an athlete had at least 6 months follow-up. Fasciotomies trauma infection were excluded. One surgeon exclusively performed each type surgery....

Several studies have reported excellent results after surgical repair of proximal hamstring avulsions. However, the effect on these patients receiving workers' compensation has not yet been explored.Workers' undergoing complete tears will similar outcomes when compared with a matched control group non-workers' patients.Cohort study; Level evidence, 3.Workers' who underwent avulsion open between 2010 and 2019 were identified (WC group). A was by age (±3 years), sex, body mass index (BMI; ±3)....

Objectives: Overhead throwing athletes, notably pitchers, subject the elbow to tremendous valgus stress, and numerous studies have demonstrated an increasing incidence of ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) injury. However, surgical reconstruction has transformed this injury from career-ending career-interruptive. Two primary techniques exist for UCL (UCLR): 1) Modified Jobe 2) Docking techniques. Prior biomechanical comparisons reported equivalent ulnohumeral stability. Systematic reviews...

Treatment of large articular cartilage lesions the knee includes surgical options one which replacement therapies. Among these therapies include osteochondral allograft (OCA) transplantation, can be performed utilizing a BioUni® (Arthrex Instrumentation System; Arthrex, Naples, FL) and 'snowman' technique repair.To compare clinical radiographic outcomes in patients who have undergone multiplug OCA transplantations repair.Patients underwent transplantation snowman or between January 1st, 2012...

To examine the relationship between tibial tubercle-trochlear groove (TT-TG) distance and patellar tendon length.

Background: Autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI) and matrix-induced autologous (MACI) are 2-stage procedures requiring an index full-thickness cartilage biopsy. Only a portion of patients ultimately undergo second-stage ACI/MACI. Purpose: To identify with articular defects who underwent arthroscopic debridement biopsy for ACI/MACI compare those did not proceed within 2 years after Additionally, the authors sought to why implantation. Study Design: Case-control study; Level evidence, 3....

Locked posterior glenohumeral dislocations are a rare but often missed injury when it occurs. In these dislocations, patients may have reverse Hill-Sachs lesion, which associated with high rates of recurrent instability. Open reduction allograft reconstruction to reconstruct the defect can be used treat chronic locked dislocations. Osteochondral is indicated large affecting less than 50% articular surface and if humeral head has been dislocated for 6 months. With patient in beach chair...