Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Tobacco use and increased risk of ACL and meniscus injury and surgical intervention: a matched-cohort study of 3 million patients

Abstract Meniscus and anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are among the most common knee injuries, yet little is known about whether tobacco use affects their incidence, need for subsequent surgery, or postoperative hospital length of stay (LOS). We retrospectively analyzed a...

How does AI-generated assessment compare to expert assessment in simulation-based experiences: Analyzing AI-human interrater reliability

Abstract Background In the health professions, artificial intelligence simulation-based experiences (AI-SBEs) are increasingly used to evaluate learner performance and provide feedback. Benefits of AI-SBEs include providing instantaneous feedback, allowing more practice opportuni...

Global Burden of Pediatric Stroke (1990–2023): A Shift From Mortality Toward Disability

BACKGROUND: Pediatric stroke is a significant cause of long-term disability worldwide, with outcomes influenced by age, stroke subtype, and access to care. Our objective was to define the global burden of pediatric stroke by its impact on mortality and disability. METHODS: The Gl...

Diagnosis, Indications, Complications, and Technical Considerations for In-office Needle Arthroscopy: A Scoping Review

Purpose Review the diagnostic and therapeutic indications, complications, and technical considerations for the use of In-office needle arthroscopy (IONA). Methods Authors conducted a scoping review using PubMed, Cochrane, and EMBASE evaluating IONA studies published between June...

Berberine Inhibits Eczematous Skin S. aureus-Induced Mast Cell/Basophil Activation and Modulates MAPK-Associated Gene Expression

Staphylococcus aureus (S. aureus), a primary exacerbating factor in eczema, remains a prevalent pathogenic public-health threat. The mechanism of mast cell/basophil degranulation in the context of S. aureus-exacerbated eczema remains unclear. We sought to investigate the direct e...

Cell Saver Use is Not Associated With Increased Morbidity But Reflects Transfusion Burden in Pediatric Spinal Deformity Surgery: A Retrospective Cohort Study

STUDY DESIGN: Retrospective cohort study. INTRODUCTION: Cell saver (CS) is widely used in spinal fusion to reduce exposure to allogeneic transfusion, which carries risks such as infection and prolonged hospitalization. Pediatric spinal fusion is frequently associated with signifi...

Comparison of training background and characteristics between osteopathic and allopathic team physicians in professional sports leagues

CONTEXT: Team physicians (TPs) play a critical role in professional sports, providing medical care for athletes under high-pressure conditions. These positions are highly competitive, influenced by previous affiliations, training pedigree, and institutional connections, with fell...