W Pichler

Summary

Affiliation: Medical University of Graz
Country: Austria

Publications

  1. ncbi Anatomical variations of the flexor hallucis longus muscle and the consequences for tendon transfer. A cadaver study
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical School at the University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 7a, 8036 Graz, Austria
    Surg Radiol Anat 27:227-31. 2005
  2. ncbi Computer tomography aided 3D analysis of the distal dorsal radius surface and the effects on volar plate osteosynthesis
    W Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Anatomic Institute, and Department of Radiology, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
    J Hand Surg Eur Vol 34:598-602. 2009
  3. ncbi [The dorsal approach to the radiocarpal joint: an anatomic variant and its clinical implications]
    W Pichler
    Unfallchirurgie, Meduni Graz, Osterreich
    Z Orthop Unfall 147:372-3. 2009
  4. ncbi Perforation of the third extensor compartment by the drill bit during palmar plating of the distal radius
    W Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Anatomic Institute, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
    J Hand Surg Eur Vol 34:333-5. 2009
  5. ncbi Frequency of instrument breakage during orthopaedic procedures and its effects on patients
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 7a, A 8036 Graz, Austria
    J Bone Joint Surg Am 90:2652-4. 2008
  6. ncbi Frequency of successful intra-articular puncture of finger joints: influence of puncture position and physician experience
    W Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz MUG, Auenbruggerplatz 7a, A 8036 Graz, Austria
    Rheumatology (Oxford) 47:1503-5. 2008
  7. ncbi Differences in length and cross-section of semitendinosus and gracilis tendons and their effect on anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a cadaver study
    W Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 7a, 8036 Graz, Austria
    J Bone Joint Surg Br 90:516-9. 2008
  8. ncbi Air bag and oral anticoagulation: a deadly combination in a low-velocity car accident
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, A-8036 Graz, Austria
    Am J Emerg Med 26:111.e3-5. 2008
  9. ncbi Delayed hypopharyngeal and esophageal perforation after anterior spinal fusion: primary repair reinforced by pedicled pectoralis major flap
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
    Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 31:E268-70. 2006
  10. ncbi Anatomic variations of the musculotendinous junction of the soleus muscle and its clinical implications
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University Graz, Graz, Austria
    Clin Anat 20:444-7. 2007

Detail Information

Publications17

  1. ncbi Anatomical variations of the flexor hallucis longus muscle and the consequences for tendon transfer. A cadaver study
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical School at the University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 7a, 8036 Graz, Austria
    Surg Radiol Anat 27:227-31. 2005
    ..These anatomical characteristics have also to be considered when interpreting ultrasonic or MRT findings in this region...
  2. ncbi Computer tomography aided 3D analysis of the distal dorsal radius surface and the effects on volar plate osteosynthesis
    W Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Anatomic Institute, and Department of Radiology, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
    J Hand Surg Eur Vol 34:598-602. 2009
    ..This needs to be taken into account when performing volar plating of distal radius fractures otherwise screws may inadvertently penetrate the dorsal cortex of the radius potentially leading to EPL rupture...
  3. ncbi [The dorsal approach to the radiocarpal joint: an anatomic variant and its clinical implications]
    W Pichler
    Unfallchirurgie, Meduni Graz, Osterreich
    Z Orthop Unfall 147:372-3. 2009
    ..This case report presents an anatomic variant: both tendons are divided into two different reins. Knowledge about this anatomic variant is of importance in order to avoid misinterpretations...
  4. ncbi Perforation of the third extensor compartment by the drill bit during palmar plating of the distal radius
    W Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Anatomic Institute, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
    J Hand Surg Eur Vol 34:333-5. 2009
    ..5 LCP three-hole locking plate: 42.5%, 2.4 palmar LCP standard plate and the 2.4 palmar LCP buttress plate: 55%. When using a palmar plate on the distal radius, the surgeon risks penetrating into the third extensor compartment...
  5. ncbi Frequency of instrument breakage during orthopaedic procedures and its effects on patients
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 7a, A 8036 Graz, Austria
    J Bone Joint Surg Am 90:2652-4. 2008
    ..While breakage of an orthopaedic instrument is a relatively rare occurrence, orthopaedic surgeons need to be familiar with this complication and how to deal with it. Relatively little information about this subject has been published...
  6. ncbi Frequency of successful intra-articular puncture of finger joints: influence of puncture position and physician experience
    W Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz MUG, Auenbruggerplatz 7a, A 8036 Graz, Austria
    Rheumatology (Oxford) 47:1503-5. 2008
    ..The purpose of this study was to investigate the frequencies of intra- and peri-articular cannula positioning during this procedure...
  7. ncbi Differences in length and cross-section of semitendinosus and gracilis tendons and their effect on anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a cadaver study
    W Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 7a, 8036 Graz, Austria
    J Bone Joint Surg Br 90:516-9. 2008
    ..Surgeons should be aware of the possibility of encountering insufficient length of tendon when undertaking reconstructive surgery as a result of anatomical variations between patients...
  8. ncbi Air bag and oral anticoagulation: a deadly combination in a low-velocity car accident
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, A-8036 Graz, Austria
    Am J Emerg Med 26:111.e3-5. 2008
  9. ncbi Delayed hypopharyngeal and esophageal perforation after anterior spinal fusion: primary repair reinforced by pedicled pectoralis major flap
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
    Spine (Phila Pa 1976) 31:E268-70. 2006
    ..This report documents a case of delayed hypopharyngeal and esophageal perforation after anterior spinal fusion and reviews relevant literature...
  10. ncbi Anatomic variations of the musculotendinous junction of the soleus muscle and its clinical implications
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University Graz, Graz, Austria
    Clin Anat 20:444-7. 2007
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  11. ncbi Primary transection of the superficial peroneal nerve resulting from a distal fibula fracture
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 7a, 8036 Graz, Austria
    J Orthop Trauma 21:212-4. 2007
    ..This report emphasizes the importance of a detailed neurologic examination including testing for sensation in patients with ankle fractures...
  12. ncbi Computer-assisted 3-dimensional anthropometry of the scaphoid
    Wolfgang Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
    Orthopedics 33:85-8. 2010
    ..We also demonstrated a clear correlation between scaphoid size and sex. Surgeons performing operative fixation of scaphoid fractures and corticocancellous bone grafting for nonunions need to be familiar with these anatomical variations...
  13. ncbi Intra-articular injection of the acromioclavicular joint
    W Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, Graz, Austria
    J Bone Joint Surg Br 91:1638-40. 2009
    ..The specialist entered the joint in all 20 cases when using the image intensifier. Correct positioning of the needle in the joint should be facilitated by fluoroscopy, thereby guaranteeing an intra-articular injection...
  14. ncbi Does the anteromedial or anterolateral approach alter the rate of joint puncture in injection of the ankle?: A cadaver study
    N Heidari
    Institute of Anatomy, Medical University of Graz, Austria
    J Bone Joint Surg Br 92:176-8. 2010
    ..Placement of the needle may be aided by the use of ultrasonographic scanning or fluoroscopy which may be required in certain instances...
  15. ncbi The risk of iatrogenic injury to the deep peroneal nerve in minimally invasive osteosynthesis of the tibia with the less invasive stabilisation system: a cadaver study
    W Pichler
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 7a, A 8036 Graz, Austria
    J Bone Joint Surg Br 91:385-7. 2009
    ..When longer plates are required we suggest distal exposure so that the neurovascular bundle may be displayed and protected...
  16. ncbi Promontory of radius: a new anatomical description on the distal radius
    G Windisch
    Institute of Anatomy Graz, Medical University Graz, Harrachgasse 21, Graz, Austria
    Surg Radiol Anat 29:629-33. 2007
    ..Based on this anatomical survey the data can be used for a new palmar radius plate designs...
  17. ncbi The influence of lateral and anterior angulation of the proximal ulna on the treatment of a Monteggia fracture: an anatomical cadaver study
    W Grechenig
    Department of Traumatology, Medical University of Graz, Auenbruggerplatz 7a, A 8036 Graz, Austria
    J Bone Joint Surg Br 89:836-8. 2007
    ..5 degrees (1 degrees to 14 degrees ). These variations must be considered when applying plates to the dorsal surface of the ulna for Monteggia-type fractures. A pre-operative radiograph of the contralateral elbow may also be of value...