Welcome to SMA's abstract library. This library includes video presentations of abstracts presented by Medical Students, Residents, Fellows and Physician Members as part of the Southern Medical Association's Physicians-in-Training program, Annual Scientific Assembly and the Southern Regional Burn Conference. To learn more about SMA's Physicians-In-training opportunities, or to submit an abstract, visit SMA's Physician-in-Training page.

Abstract | May 5, 2023

Intussusception Secondary to Heterotopic Pancreas

We present a case of a 27-year-old German-Cuban male who presents to the ED with intermittent sharp lower abdominal pain for the past 2 months. Symptoms have been progressively getting worse and associated with nausea, non-bloody, non-bilious vomiting, and non-bloody diarrhea.

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Abstract | April 27, 2023

The Effects of Vigabatrin in Hemorrhagic Shock Induced Endotheliopathy and Subsequent Glycocalyx Shedding in the Lung Could Provide an Explanation for the Differential Outcomes in Trauma Between Men and Women

Trauma is the leading cause of death in people under 44 years old. Hemorrhagic shock (HS) is often a consequence of trauma and contributes to morbidity and mortality in these patients. Shock-induced endotheliopathy has garnered interest recently and an aspect of this – endothelial glycocalyx shedding (EGX)- may promote coagulopathy following hemorrhage.

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Abstract | April 27, 2023

Multimodal Pain Management Strategies Following ACL Reconstruction: A Systematic Review

Pain control after Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (ACLR) is critical, as it influences postoperative recovery and the time to return to play. The purpose of this study was to evaluate multimodal pain management strategies following ACL reconstruction and to determine the impact on outcomes.

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Abstract | April 27, 2023

Prevention, Causes and Management of Running Related Ankle Injuries: A Systematic Review

Running is a widely accessible and popular means of exercise that confers many health benefits. There has been an increase of acute running related injuries (RRI) because most runners increased the volume and intensity of their running workouts during the pandemic.

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Abstract | April 27, 2023

Evaluation of Multidisciplinary High-Risk Pregnancy Clinic

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, parents expecting a newborn with myelomeningocele at the authors’ institution were routinely seen by a neurosurgeon for prenatal consultation and education to prepare for future challenges as part of a multi-disciplinary clinic

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Abstract | April 27, 2023

The Prevalence of “Pipelining” at the Top Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Fellowship Programs

The term “pipelining” refers to the phenomenon that applicants from certain residency programs frequently match at the same fellowship programs. However, it is unclear how prevalent pipelining is amongst the top orthopaedic sports medicine fellowship programs.

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Abstract | April 27, 2023

A Retrospective Analysis of Fractures in the Transgender Population

The size of the transgender community is increasing exponentially as it is becoming more recognized and accepted in the United States, as well as around the globe. There currently is a paucity of literature regarding the risks long-term hormone replacement therapy (HRT) presents in this population, especially in bone health.

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Abstract | April 27, 2023

A Review the Efficacy of Extended Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Patients with a BMI over 35 Undergoing TKA/THA

The incidence of postoperative infection in the United States is 5.4%/4.8% for patients undergoing THA and TKA, respectively. The risk of postoperative infection increases by 6.7 times in operations on patients with severe obesity, those with a BMI greater than 35 kg/m2.

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Abstract | April 27, 2023

Deep Venous Thrombosis After Proximal Hamstring Tendon Repair: A Systematic Review

The purpose of this study was to characterize the factors related to the development and treatment of DVTs following proximal hamstring repair.

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Abstract | April 27, 2023

Indications For Lateral Extra-Articular Tenodesis: A Systematic Review

Currently, there is no consensus on objective measures to determine when augmentation of ACL reconstruction (ACLR) with a lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) is indicated. Understanding this is critical to maximize the likelihood of a positive outcome following surgery.

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