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ChatGPT in healthcare: perceptions, ethical considerations, and practice implications among healthcare professionals in Ecuador and other countries in the Americas
This study investigated healthcare professionals' awareness, use, perceptions, ethical concerns, and future intentions regarding ChatGPT in healthcare, highlighting cautious optimism, training needs, and factors influencing acceptance and adoption. Keywords: Artificial intelligence, ChatGPT, Digita…
Category: Podiatry
Simultaneous Bilateral Reconstruction of Chronic Achilles Tendon Rupture with Flexor Digitorum Longus Transfer and Turndown Flaps
This case report describes single-stage bilateral reconstruction of chronic Achilles tendon ruptures using FDL/FHL tendon transfers and turndown flaps, demonstrating favourable functional recovery, tendon continuity, and successful rehabilitation outcomes. Keywords: Chronic Achilles tendon rupture,…
Category: Podiatry
Correlation Between Weber Classification of Ankle Fractures and Medial Clear Space Widening on Radiography
This study evaluates the relationship between Weber ankle fracture types and medial clear space widening, demonstrating increased instability and deltoid ligament injury risk, particularly in more complex Weber C fractures. Keywords: Weber C fractures, deltoid, distal tibiofibular syndesmotic disru…
Category: Podiatry
Using voice and speech data in healthcare: a scoping review of the ethical, legal and social implications
This scoping review analyzes ethical, legal, and social implications of healthcare voice biomarkers, highlighting privacy, consent, bias, regulation gaps, and the need for inclusive datasets and responsible governance frameworks. Keywords: Artificial Intelligence, Voice Biomarkers, Ethics, Informed…
Category: Podiatry
Second metatarsal reconstruction after segmental bone loss using a custom 3D-printed implant
This case report describes staged reconstruction of traumatic distal second metatarsal loss using a patient-specific 3D-printed titanium implant, restoring anatomy, weight-bearing function, and alignment after complex forefoot injury, successfully treated. Keywords: Forefoot biomechanics, traumatic…
Category: Podiatry
Surgical repair of acute Achilles tendon rupture with and without human amniotic membrane augmentation: a retrospective comparative study.
A retrospective study compares surgical repair of Achilles tendon ruptures with/without human amniotic membrane augmentation in 45 cases. hAM shortened operative time but showed no significant differences in complications or AOFAS scores. Keywords: Achilles tendon rupture, amniotic membrane, biolog…
Category: Podiatry
Foot osteoarthritis research: A bibliometric analysis
This is a bibliometric analysis of non-surgical foot osteoarthritis research, identifying key authors, institutions, trends, funding, and knowledge gaps. It highlights significant growth, collaborative networks, and limited clinical trial funding. Keywords: Foot, osteoarthritis, bibliometrics, aeti…
Category: Podiatry
Evaluation of Ankle Complications after Peroneus Longus Tendon Harvesting for ACL Reconstruction
Harvesting the peroneus longus tendon for ACL reconstruction causes mild, transient ankle complications, with significant functional recovery by six months, making it a safe, effective autograft option. Keywords: Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, peroneus longus tendon, donor site morbidit…
Category: Podiatry
Differences in ankle and knee muscle architecture and plantar pressure distribution among women with knee osteoarthritis
The study examines differences in knee and ankle muscle architecture, plantar pressure distribution, and foot posture between women with and without knee osteoarthritis, highlighting biomechanical and clinical implications. Keywords: foot, knee osteoarthritis, muscle architecture, muscles, ultrason…
Category: Podiatry
Resources for Innovative Learning of Anatomy and Foot Ossification.
The article discusses using virtual reality and 3D models to teach foot ossification, improving student understanding and highlighting gender differences in ossification timelines for better podiatry education. Keywords: anatomy, bone growth, foot, ossification, virtual anatomical model, virtual re…
Category: Podiatry