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Distribution of the administered low-molecular-weight heparin among the early prosthetic joint infection cases in each group.

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World Journal of Orthopedics is an international, peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to publishing original, high-quality research findings in the field of orthopedics, including clinical, translational, and basic studies, as well as research involving artificial intelligence. The journal focuses on, but is not limited to, the following areas: Arthroscopy, bone trauma, bone tumors, hand and foot surgery, joint surgery, orthopedic trauma, osteoarthropathy, osteoporosis, pediatric orthopedics, spinal diseases, spine surgery, and sports medicine. Types of articles published by the journal include clinical study, basic study, case report, editorial, review, minireview, systematic review, meta-analysis, guidelines, and correspondence. All submissions undergo a rigorous and transparent peer-review process by at least two independent reviewers. Manuscripts are evaluated based on scientific rigor, originality, clinical relevance, and reproducibility, with particular attention to methodological robustness and data integrity. Constructive and timely feedback is provided to ensure the highest standards of scholarly communication. The journal adheres to the highest standards of publication ethics and editorial integrity, in accordance with the guidelines of the Committee on Publication Ethics, the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors, and the World Association of Medical Editors. To advance scientific discovery, promote evidence-based clinical practice, and foster innovation in orthopedics, ultimately improving global health outcomes. We invite researchers, clinicians, and multidisciplinary experts worldwide to submit high-quality manuscripts and contribute to shaping the future of orthopedic science. Submit an Article >>

2026 Published Issues

6 5 4 3 2 1

Editors-in-Chief

Xiao-Jian Ye, MD, Chief Physician, (Email: yexj2002@163.com) Department of Orthopedics, Tongren Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, Shanghai 200233, China

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WJO is now abstracted and indexed in PubMed, PubMed Central, Emerging Sources Citation Index (ESCI, Web of Science), Scopus, Reference Citation Analysis, China Science and Technology Journal Database, and Superstar Journals Database.

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The 2026 edition of Journal Citation Reports® cites the 2025 journal impact factor (JIF) for WJO as 2.3; JIF without journal self cites: 2.2; 5-year JIF: 2.5; JIF Rank: 62/147 in orthopedics; JIF Quartile: Q2; and 5-year JIF Quartile: Q2.

The WJO’s CiteScore for 2025 is 3.6 and Scopus CiteScore rank 2025: Orthopedics and sports medicine is 128/340.

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2218-5836 (online)

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Received (2928), Duration of Peer Review (30 days/Mean), Days from Submission to First Decision (54 days/Mean), Second Decision Time (41 days/Mean), Accepted (46.5%/Mean), Production Time (66 days/Mean), Time to Publication (196 days/Mean), and Rejected (43.1%/Mean).

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Contents Volume 17 Issue 6 June 18, 2026

Editorial

From radiological stability to functional preservation: Reconsidering the value of conservative treatment for osteonecrosis of the femoral head

Xiao-Peng Fu

World J Orthop 17(6):116787. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.116787

Opinion Review

Tibiotalocalcaneal fusion in Charcot ankle arthropathy: Technical and biological considerations

Khaled M Emara, Mohamed O Eissa

World J Orthop 17(6):119597. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.119597

Evidence Review

Sacroiliac joint injections and radiofrequency ablation for pain management: A clinical review

Amol Soin, Anisha Mandava, Gavin Soin, David Kloth, Peter Staats, Hemant Kalia, Philip Kim

World J Orthop 17(6):120581. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.120581

Review

Minimally invasive spine surgery with endoscopy, navigation, robotics, and artificial intelligence: Clinical evidence and future directions

Dong Li, Xiao-Dong Tang, Zhi-Peng Li, Wei-Ping Fu, Peng-Yu Lu, Zhen Shi, Qi Zhang, Sen Fang, Bo-Kang Lv, Wen-Jie Ruan, Chang-Jiang Zhang, Rui-Bo Wang

World J Orthop 17(6):119119. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.119119

Minireviews

Subsidence following surgical stabilization of acromioclavicular joint injuries: Should we be concerned?

Amr Elshahhat, Mahmoud Almekoud, Ahmed Zaghloul, Amr El-Sherbini

World J Orthop 17(6):117244. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.117244

Retrospective Cohort Study

Predicting the unpredictable: A retrospective cohort study to determine the accuracy of estimated operative duration in orthopedic surgery

Ammar K Alomran, Manar Alossaif, Ammar Abusultan, Hadi Alhamal, Dalal Albaiji, Lama Alkhunaizi, Sarah Alhaddad, Abdulrazzag Alharbi

World J Orthop 17(6):120229. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.120229

Retrospective Study

Hidden blood loss in dual media spinal endoscopy surgery: Analysis of perioperative risk factors

Peng-Huan Ye, Hao Zhang, Xun Wu, Yu Zeng, Sheng-Hui Su

World J Orthop 17(6):119695. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.119695

Early clinical outcomes of over-the-top anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction combined with lateral extra-articular tenodesis

Wan-Qing Qi, Ya-Qing Zhao, Yun-Qing Su, Qian-Ru Yao, Xian-Xiang Xiang

World J Orthop 17(6):119923. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.119923

Management and outcome of blunt traumatic brachial plexus injuries in adult trauma patients: A retrospective study

Hassan Al-Thani, Ayman El-Menyar, Mohammad Asim, Yadulla Syed, Syed Imran Ghouri, Mohammed Muneer, Ammar Al-Hassani, Maryam Al-Sulaiti, Abdelhakem Tabeb

World J Orthop 17(6):121411. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.121411

Observational Study

OpenEvidence performs at similar levels compared to current and previous GPT models on orthopedic training and education questions

Kashif Javid, Alexander Driessche, Colton Clymer, Muhammad J Abbas, Annamarie Pantuso, Lindsay M Maier, Joseph Hoegler, William M Hakeos, Stuart T Guthrie

World J Orthop 17(6):118593. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.118593

Effects of hydrogen inhalation duration on symptom relief in elderly patients with knee osteoarthritis: A pilot study

Chen-Hui Wang, Yu-Ru Li, Lei Han, Hong-Qian Wang, Shu-Feng Jia, Xing-Chen Liu, Hao Wu, Fan Wu, Bao-Guo Wang

World J Orthop 17(6):121358. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.121358

Randomized Clinical Trial

Effectiveness of low-intensity laser on pain in patients with supraspinatus tendinopathy: A triple-blind randomized controlled trial

Isaac Rodríguez Fragua, David Briz Benito, Carlos Romero-Morales, Catalina Loaiciga Espeleta, Roberto González Raja, Zacarías Sánchez Milá, Lucía Rodríguez Martín, María del Rosario Ferreira-Sánchez, Jorge Velázquez Saornil

World J Orthop 17(6):119961. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.119961

Systematic Reviews

Extended antibiotic prophylaxis in primary total knee arthroplasty: A narrative review of current evidence and controversies

Tarun Jayakumar, Naveen Jeyaraman, Arulkumar Nallakumarasamy, Sathish Muthu, Madhan Jeyaraman

World J Orthop 17(6):119301. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.119301

Diagnosis and management of neuropathic pain post-total knee replacement: A systematic review

Simon Dias, Samantha Ashworth, Sarah McGonagle, Pip Divall, Joseph Dias

World J Orthop 17(6):119956. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.119956

Case Report

Delayed presentation of triceps tendon rupture after low-energy trauma: A case report

Mohammad Nasser Almatrafi, Huda Murad Qronfla, Alaa Thabit Alsharif, Khaled Nasser Almatrafi, Khalil Awad Almalki

World J Orthop 17(6):119404. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.119404

Utilization of autogenous iliac bone shaped into a low-profile form to repair bone defects following cervical infection: A case report

Shuai Wang, Shi-Wei Ren, Zheng-Qi Chang, Chuan-Hai Li

World J Orthop 17(6):121048. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.121048

Correspondence

Letter to the Editor: Clinical impact of normative data in ankle strength evaluation

Haewon Byeon

World J Orthop 17(6):115692. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.115692

Letter to the Editor: Re-evaluating conservative hip preservation in osteonecrosis of the femoral head: Lessons from long-term follow-up

Xia Li, Zhao-Wei Teng, Hong-Ji Pu

World J Orthop 17(6):116685. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.116685

Letter to the Editor: Anterior knee pain after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with bone-patellar tendon-bone graft: Inevitable or avoidable with autologous bone grafting?

Agustina Olaran, Ignacio Garcia-Mansilla

World J Orthop 17(6):117568. Published online Jun 18, 2026. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v17.i6.117568