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Lil NA, Makwana VR, Patel TD, Patel AR. Comparative study of intertrochanteric fracture fixation using proximal femoral nail with and without distal interlocking screws. World J Orthop 2022; 13:267-277. [PMID: 35317250 PMCID: PMC8935330 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i3.267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/26/2021] [Revised: 08/07/2021] [Accepted: 02/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Intertrochanteric (IT) fracture is one of the most common fractures seen in an orthopaedic practice. Proximal femoral nailing (PFN) is a common modality of fixing IT femur fracture. We retrospectively studied whether a PFN with two proximal lag screws can be done without distal interlocking screws in the 31-A1 and 31-A2 fracture patterns according to the Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen/Orthopaedic Trauma Association (AO/OTA) guidelines for IT femur fractures.
AIM To compare the outcomes of IT fractures (AO/OTA 31-A1 and 31-A2) treated by PFN with and without distal interlocking screws.
METHODS We carried out a retrospective study of 140 patients in a tertiary care centre who had AO/OTA type 31-A1 and 31-A2 IT fractures. We divided the patients into two groups, in which one of the groups received distal interlocking screws (group 1) and the other group did not (group 2). The subjects were followed up for a mean period of 14 mo and assessed for radiological union time, fracture site collapse, mechanical stability of implant, and complications associated with the PFN with distal interlocking and without distal interlocking. Then, the results were compared.
RESULTS PFN without distal interlocking screws has several advantages and gives better results over PFN with distal interlocking screws in the AO/OTA 31-A2 fracture pattern. However, similar results were observed in both groups with the fracture pattern AO/OTA 31-A1. In patients with fracture pattern AO/OTA 31-A2 treated by PFN without distal interlocking screws, there were minimal proximal lock-related complications and no risk of distal interlock-related complications. The operative time, IITV radiation time and time to radiological union were reduced. These patients also had better rotational alignment of the proximal femur, and the anatomy of the proximal femur was well maintained. It was also noted that in the cases where distal interlocking was performed, there was a gradual decrease in neck shaft angle, which led to varus collapse and failure of bone-implant construct in 21.40%.
CONCLUSION In fracture pattern AO/OTA 31-A2, PFN without distal interlocking had better results and less complications than PFN with distal interlocking.
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- Nadeem A Lil
- Department of Orthopaedics, NHL Medical College, Ahmedabad 380006, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, NHL Medical College, Ahmedabad 380006, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, NHL Medical College, Ahmedabad 380006, Gujarat, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, NHL Medical College, Ahmedabad 380006, Gujarat, India
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Mohanty M, Mishra B, Jain M, Karaniveed Puthiyapura L. Diagnostic role of Xpert-MTB RIF assay in osteoarticular tuberculosis: A retrospective study. World J Orthop 2022; 13:289-296. [PMID: 35317258 PMCID: PMC8935335 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i3.289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2021] [Revised: 12/11/2021] [Accepted: 01/26/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Osteoarticular tuberculosis (OATB) is a severe form of extrapulmonary tuberculosis (TB), which causes notable morbidity and warrants a high index of suspicion for prompt management. The diagnosis of OATB poses a challenge, because of the difficulty of collecting the samples and, secondarily, the paucibacillary nature of lesion, which gives poor sensitivity and reproducibility, with long turnaround time of routine/conventional laboratory tests and the requirement for invasive procedures and expertise. The Xpert MTB/RIF assay has been approved by the World Health Organization as a rapid diagnostic tool for diagnosing pulmonary and extrapulmonary TB.
AIM To emphasize the diagnostic efficiency of gene Xpert for OATB in suspected patients in a tertiary care hospital of Eastern India.
METHODS This retrospective study was conducted in the Department of Microbiology and Orthopaedics by analyzing the data of the gene Xpert assay over a 3-year duration from January 2018 to February 2021. Demographic and clinical data were recorded. The diagnostic efficiency of gene Xpert was evaluated against the composite reference standard (CRS).
RESULTS A total of 37 cases fell into positive, probable, and possible categories of osteoarticular TB out of 112 patients included in the study by CRS; gene Xpert result was positive in 35 out of the 37 different CRS categorized cases. Of the 112 cases, culture was put in 40 cases, and, of these cultures, 5 cases showed the growth of MTB. Of these, 4 cases were included in the 35 cases diagnosed by gene Xpert. Smear microscopy was positive in 6 out of 37 CRS categorized cases. When compared with CRS, the sensitivity of gene Xpert assay, culture, and smear was found to be 94.6%, 13.5%, and 16.2%, respectively, while specificity in all the three types of tests was 100%. When kappa statistics were applied, the percentage of agreement gene Xpert, culture, and microscopy with CRS was found to be 95%, 20%, and 22.6%, respectively. Follow-up of the gene Xpert positive patients after getting anti-tubercular treatment revealed improved conditions.
CONCLUSION Gene Xpert could detect 31 extra cases with a low and very low mycobacterial load that were missed by the routine culture methods. Hence, more samples should be processed for molecular diagnostic methods like gene Xpert along with other conventional methods for the validation of the molecular test prospectively for the timely diagnosis of osteoarticular TB.
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- Monalisa Mohanty
- Department of Microbiology, AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneswar 751019, Odisha, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Bhubaneswar 751019, Odisha, India
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Kuratani K, Tanaka M, Hanai H, Hayashida K. Accuracy of shoulder joint injections with ultrasound guidance: Confirmed by magnetic resonance arthrography. World J Orthop 2022; 13:259-266. [PMID: 35317253 PMCID: PMC8935327 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i3.259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2021] [Revised: 10/28/2021] [Accepted: 02/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Intra-articular glenohumeral joint injections are essential procedures for treating various shoulder disorders. Fluoroscopy-guided injections have been extensively used; however, they pose a risk of radiation exposure and are expensive and time-consuming. Recently, it has been suggested that ultrasound-guided injections are accurate and cost effective procedures.
AIM To evaluate the accuracy of ultrasound-guided glenohumeral injections using a posterior approach that is confirmed using magnetic resonance arthrography (MRA).
METHODS The study included 179 shoulders of patients with recurrent anterior instability (150 patients; 103 and 76 right and left shoulders, respectively; 160 males and 19 females; average age = 20.5 years; age range: 14-63 years) who underwent MRA for preoperative diagnosis. They were injected with 12 mL lidocaine (1%) using the ultrasound-guided posterior approach and then underwent magnetic resonance imaging. Two shoulder surgeons, except for the injector, evaluated the transverse relaxation (T2)-weighted images of axial planes and classified the intra-articular condition of injected contrast into three groups based on one of the three following scenarios: no leakage, injection into the glenohumeral joint without leakage; minor leakage, practical intra-articular injection with some leakage outside the posterior rotator cuffs; and major leakage, inaccurate injection with mass leakage without any contrast into the joint. The inter-rater reliability between two assessors was also evaluated by calculating Cohen’s kappa coefficient. The learning curve was assessed regarding the inaccurate injection rate by analyzing Spearman’s rank correlation coefficient.
RESULTS Of the 179 injections, 163 shoulders (91.0%) had no leakage, 10 shoulders (5.6%) had minor leakage, and six shoulders (3.4%) had major leakage. In total, 173 shoulders (96.6%) were intra-articularly injected; thus, we could detect anterior labrum and capsular pathologies. Regarding the inter-rater reliability, the kappa coefficient was 0.925, indicating consistency in the evaluations by both examiners. Regression analysis of the inaccurate injection rate for assessingtechnical learning showed a logarithmic curve with a downward trend (R2 = 0.887, P < 0.001). Three (50%) of the six inaccurate injections classified into “major leakage” were observed in the first 30 injections, indicating that the accurate injection showed a leaning effect.
CONCLUSION Ultrasound-guided intra-articular glenohumeral injections using a posterior approach had high accuracy; however, injection accuracy depends on clinical experience.
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- Kosuke Kuratani
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Japan Community Healthcare Organization Osaka Hospital, Osaka 553-0003, Japan
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- Center for Sports Medicine, Daini Osaka Police Hospital, Osaka 543-8922, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Suita 565-0871, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Daini Osaka Police Hospital, Osaka 543-8922, Japan
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Maccagnano G, Solarino G, Pesce V, Vicenti G, Coviello M, Nappi VS, Giannico OV, Notarnicola A, Moretti B. Plate vs reverse shoulder arthroplasty for proximal humeral fractures: The psychological health influence the choice of device? World J Orthop 2022; 13:297-306. [PMID: 35317248 PMCID: PMC8935332 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i3.297] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/17/2021] [Revised: 07/06/2021] [Accepted: 02/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Proximal humeral fractures represent the third most common observed osteoporotic fracture; the treatment in three and four-part proximal humeral fractures in patients over 65 years is still controversial. Among the treatments described in literature, open reduction and internal fixation (O.R.I.F) and reverse shoulder arthroplasty (RSA) are gaining an increasing popularity.
AIM To investigate the correct treatment for three and four-part proximal humeral fractures according to psychological aspects.
METHODS It was conducted a prospective study with a series of 63 patients treated with O.R.I.F. (group A) and with RSA (group B) for three and four-part proximal humeral fractures according to Neer classification system. A conservative treatment group, as control, was finally introduced. One independent observer performed clinical and a psychological evaluation at one (T0), six (T1) and twelve months (T2) postoperatively. The Constant’s score and The Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH score) were used for clinical evaluation, while General Anxiety Disorder-7 (GAD-7) and Caregiver Strain Scale (CSS) were used for psychological evaluation.
RESULTS At one month follow up in group A the mean values were DASH score 50.8, Constant score 36.1, GAD-7 score 5.4, CSS 5.0. For the group B, the average values at T0 were: DASH score 54.6, Constant score 32.0; GAD-7 score 6.4, CSS 6.2. At six months in group A the average values were DASH score 42.1, Constant score 47.3, GAD-7 score 4.3, CSS 3.9. For the group B, the average values at T1 were: DASH score 39.1, Constant score 43.2, GAD-7 score 5.7, CSS 5.5. At twelve months in the group A, the mean values were DASH score 32.8, Constant score 60.0, GAD-7 score 3.2, CSS 3.1. For the group B shown these mean values: DASH score 33.6, Constant score 52.9, GAD-7 score 4.3, CSS 4.5. We demonstrated a better clinical and psychological outcome at T2 in the group treated with osteosynthesis compared to the group treated with arthroplasty (Constant P = 0.049, GAD-7 P = 0.012 and CSS P = 0.005). A better clinical and psychological outcome emerged in control group at T2 comparing with surgical group (DASH score P = 0.014, Constant score P < 0.001, GAD-7 P = 0.002 and CSS P = 0.001).
CONCLUSION Both open osteosynthesis and reverse shoulder arthroplasty are valid treatments for proximal humeral fractures. According to the best osteosynthesis results the authors suggested to perform a psychological analysis for each patient in order to choose the appropriate treatment.
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- Giuseppe Maccagnano
- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Orthopaedics Unit, General Hospital, Foggia 71122, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Science, Neuroscience and Sensory Organs, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Bari, Orthopaedics Unit, General Hospital, Bari 70124, Italy
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- Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, Orthopaedics Unit, General Hospital, Foggia 71122, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Science, Neuroscience and Sensory Organs, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Bari, Orthopaedics Unit, General Hospital, Bari 70124, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Science, Neuroscience and Sensory Organs, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Bari, Orthopaedics Unit, General Hospital, Bari 70124, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, University of Bari Aldo Moro, Bari 70124, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Science, Neuroscience and Sensory Organs, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Bari, Orthopaedics Unit, General Hospital, Bari 70124, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Science, Neuroscience and Sensory Organs, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Bari, Orthopaedics Unit, General Hospital, Bari 70124, Italy
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Mazzotti A, Arceri A, Zielli S, Bonelli S, Viglione V, Faldini C. Patient-specific instrumentation in total ankle arthroplasty. World J Orthop 2022; 13:230-237. [PMID: 35317257 PMCID: PMC8935326 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i3.230] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2021] [Revised: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 02/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
The recent increase in the adoption of total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) reflects the improvements in implant designs and surgical techniques, including the use of preoperative navigation system and patient-specific instrumentation (PSI), such as custom-made cutting guides. Cutting guides are customized with respect to each patient's anatomy based on preoperative ankle computed tomography scans, and they drive the saw intra-operatively to improve the accuracy of bone resection and implant positioning. Despite some promising results, the main queries in the literature are whether PSI improves the reliability of achieving neutral ankle alignment and more accurate implant sizing, whether it is actually superior over standard techniques, and whether it is cost effective. Moreover, the advantages of PSI in clinical outcomes are still theoretical because the current literature does not allow to confirm its superiority. The purpose of this review article is therefore to assess the current literature on PSI in TAA with regard to current implants with PSI, templating and preoperative planning strategies, alignment and sizing, clinical outcomes, cost analysis, and comparison with standard techniques.
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- Antonio Mazzotti
- The First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico RIzzoli, Bologna 40136, Italy
- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna 40136, Italy
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- The First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico RIzzoli, Bologna 40136, Italy
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- The First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico RIzzoli, Bologna 40136, Italy
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- The First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico RIzzoli, Bologna 40136, Italy
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- The First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico RIzzoli, Bologna 40136, Italy
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- The First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico RIzzoli, Bologna 40136, Italy
- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna 40136, Italy
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Heymans MJLF, Kort NP, Snoeker BAM, Schotanus MGM. Impact of enhanced recovery pathways on safety and efficacy of hip and knee arthroplasty: A systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Orthop 2022; 13:307-328. [PMID: 35317256 PMCID: PMC8935336 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i3.307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2021] [Revised: 08/25/2021] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Over the past decades, clinical pathways (CPs) for hip and knee arthroplasty have been strongly and continuously evolved based on scientific evidence and innovation.
AIM The present systematic review, including meta-analysis, aimed to compare the safety and efficacy of enhanced recovery pathways (ERP) with regular pathways for patients with hip and/or knee arthroplasty.
METHODS A literature search in healthcare databases (Embase, PubMed, Cochrane Library, CINAHL, and Web of Science) was conducted from inception up to June 2018. Relevant randomized controlled trials as well as observational studies comparing ERP, based on novel evidence, with regular or standard pathways, prescribing care as usual for hip and/or knee arthroplasty, were included. The effect of both CPs was assessed for (serious) adverse events [(S)AEs], readmission rate, length of hospital stay (LoS), clinician-derived clinical outcomes, patient reported outcome measures (PROMs), and financial benefits. If possible, a meta-analysis was performed. In case of considerable heterogeneity among studies, a qualitative analysis was performed.
RESULTS Forty studies were eligible for data extraction, 34 in meta-analysis and 40 in qualitative analysis. The total sample size consisted of more than 2 million patients undergoing hip or knee arthroplasty, with a mean age of 66 years and with 60% of females. The methodological quality of the included studies ranged from average to good. The ERP had lower (S)AEs [relative risk (RR): 0.9, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.8-1] and readmission rates (RR: 0.8, 95%CI: 0.7-1), and reduced LoS [median days 6.5 (0.3-9.5)], and showed similar or improved outcomes for functional recovery and PROMs compared to regular pathways. The analyses for readmission presented a statistically significant difference in the enhanced recovery pathway in favor of knee arthroplasties (P = 0.01). ERP were reported to be cost effective, and the cost reduction varied largely between studies (€109 and $20573). The overall outcomes of all studies reported using Grading of Recommendation, Assessment, Development and Evaluation, presented moderate or high quality of evidence.
CONCLUSION This study showed that implementation of ERP resulted in improved clinical and patient related outcomes compared to regular pathways in hip and knee arthroplasty, with a potential reduction of costs.
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- Marion JLF Heymans
- Zuyderland Academy, Zuyderland Medical Center, Sittard 6155 NH, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Cortoclinics, Schijndel 5482 WN, Netherlands
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- Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Bioinformatics, Amsterdam Medical Center, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam 1105 AZ, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Zuyderland Medical Center, Sittard-Geleen 6162 BG, Limburg, Netherlands
- Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University Medical Centre, Faculty of Health, Medicine & Life Sciences, Maastricht 6229 ER, Limburg, Netherlands
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Radaideh AM, Rusan M, Obeidat O, Al-Nusair J, Albustami IS, Mohaidat ZM, Sunallah AW. Functional and radiological outcomes of different pin configuration for displaced pediatric supracondylar humeral fracture: A retrospective cohort study. World J Orthop 2022; 13:250-258. [PMID: 35317252 PMCID: PMC8935329 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i3.250] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2021] [Revised: 10/08/2021] [Accepted: 02/13/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The most widely accepted treatment for pediatric supracondylar humeral fracture is closed reduction and percutaneous pinning (CRPP). However, there is debate regarding the technique that is utilized, whether crossed or lateral pinning, and the number of pins used.
AIM To compare the functional and radiological outcomes of lateral and cross pinning in the management of humeral supracondylar fracture.
METHODS A retrospective analysis was performed on 101 patients who were surgically managed by either one of the CRPP techniques from 2015 to 2019. Several clinical parameters were taken into account, including pre- and post-intervention Baumann angle, as well as scores for pain, range of motion, function, and stability. Statistical analysis was performed to study the outcomes of the utilized techniques.
RESULTS Amongst our study sample, which included 63 males and 38 females with a mean age of 5.87 years, about one-third of the patients underwent crossed pinning fixation configuration and the remaining two-thirds were managed by lateral pinning configuration. Similar results were obtained in the two groups with no statistical difference regarding Mayo elbow performance scores (MEPS) and Baumann angle. The mean MEPS in the lateral and crossed pinning groups were 93.68 + 8.59 and 93.62 + 9.05, respectively. The mean Baumann angle was 72.5° + 6.46 in the lateral group and 72.3° + 4.70 in the crossed-pinning group (P = 0.878).
CONCLUSION Both lateral pinning and crossed pinning fixation configuration for displaced pediatric supracondylar humeral fractures provide similar functional and radiological outcomes.
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- Ahmad M Radaideh
- Department of Special Surgery, Orthopaedic Division, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan
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- Department of Special Surgery, Orthopaedic Division, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan
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- School of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan
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- School of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan
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- School of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan
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- Department of Special Surgery, Orthopaedic Division, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan
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- Department of Special Surgery, Orthopaedic Division, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, Irbid 22110, Jordan
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Trikha R, Olson TE, Chaudry A, Ishmael CR, Villalpando C, Chen CJ, Hori KR, Bernthal NM. Assessing the academic achievement of United States orthopaedic departments. World J Orthop 2022; 13:201-211. [PMID: 35317404 PMCID: PMC8891657 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2021] [Revised: 11/26/2021] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Assessing academic productivity allows academic departments to identify the strengths of their scholarly contribution and provides an opportunity to evaluate areas for improvement.
AIM To provide objective benchmarks for departments seeking to enhance academic productivity and identify those with significant improvement in recent past.
METHODS Our study retrospectively analyzed a cohort of orthopaedic faculty at United States-based academic orthopaedic programs. 5502 full-time orthopaedic faculty representing 178 programs were included in analysis. Variables included for analysis were National Institutes of Health funding (2014-2018), leadership positions in orthopaedic societies (2018), editorial board positions of top orthopaedic journals (2018), total number of publications and Hirsch-index. A weighted algorithm was used to calculate a cumulative score for each academic program. This study was performed at a large, United States medical school.
RESULTS All 178 programs included in analysis were evaluated using the comprehensive weighted algorithm. The five institutions with the highest cumulative score, in decreasing order, were: Washington University in St. Louis, the Hospital for Special Surgery, Sidney Kimmel Medical College (SKMC) at Thomas Jefferson University, the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) and Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)/Brigham and Women’s/Harvard. The five institutions with the highest score per capita, in decreasing order, were: Mayo Clinic (Rochester), Washington University in St. Louis, Rush University, Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and MGH/Brigham and Women’s/Harvard. The five academic programs that had the largest improvement in cumulative score from 2013 to 2018, in decreasing order, were: VCU, SKMC at Thomas Jefferson University, UCSF, MGH/Brigham and Women’s/Harvard, and Brown University.
CONCLUSION This algorithm can provide orthopaedic departments a means to assess academic productivity, monitor progress, and identify areas for improvement as they seek to expand their academic contributions to the orthopaedic community.
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- Rishi Trikha
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90404, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90404, United States
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA 90095, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90404, United States
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA 90095, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90404, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90404, United States
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA 90095, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90404, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90404, United States
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA 90095, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, Los Angeles, CA 90404, United States
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Ramieri A, Alshafeei O, Trungu S, Raco A, Costanzo G, Miscusi M. COVID-19 pandemic: An update on the reaction attitude of the spine societies and their members worldwide. World J Orthop 2022; 13:193-200. [PMID: 35317407 PMCID: PMC8891658 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.193] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2021] [Revised: 08/01/2021] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND All surgical specialties have been influenced by the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, and substantial changes have been determined in medical assistance, especially in elective surgery. Several spine societies have published recommendations to provide optimal care during this unique situation.
AIM To discuss the recommendations by many spine societies for the management of spinal diseases during the COVID-19 pandemic.
METHODS The present study was performed according to the PRISMA guidelines. A review of the MEDLINE database (PubMed – National Library of Medicine), Google, and Google Scholar was performed from March 2020 to date for articles published in the English Language.
RESULTS Spine associations and societies worldwide were divided into three groups: Continental, specialty and country-based societies. A total of 27 spine associations were included in this review. There were eight major continental associations, but only one-third of these had published guidelines and recommendations on this topic. On the other hand, the specialty-based societies have not addressed the topic, except in two cases.
CONCLUSION The national spine societies showed the deepest concern on this topic with several publications in scientific journals influenced by the local epidemiological severity. Contrarily, continental and specialty-based societies showed less interest in this topic.
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Dahmen J, Altink JN, Vuurberg G, Wijdicks CA, Stufkens SAS, Kerkhoffs GMMJ. Clinical efficacy of the Ankle Spacer for the treatment of multiple secondary osteochondral lesions of the talus. World J Orthop 2022; 13:178-192. [PMID: 35317406 PMCID: PMC8891659 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2021] [Revised: 11/18/2021] [Accepted: 01/06/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The Ankle Spacer was developed as a joint-sparing alternative to invasive end-stage surgeries. Currently, there are no clinical studies on the Ankle Spacer.
AIM To describe the operative technique and the clinical efficacy of the Ankle Spacer for the treatment of multiple, cystic osteochondral lesions of the talus in patients with failed prior operative treatment.
METHODS This is a prospective study during which patients were assessed preoperatively, at 2- and 6 wk, and at 3, 6, 12 and 24 mo postoperatively. Patients with multiple, cystic or large (≥ 15 mm) osteochondral lesions of the talus after failed prior surgery were included. The primary outcome measure was the numeric rating scale (NRS) for pain during walking at 2 years postoperatively. Secondary outcome measures included the NRS in rest and during stair climbing, the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society Hindfoot Score, the Foot and Ankle Outcome Score, the Short- Form 36 physical and mental component scale, and the Range of Motion (ROM). Radiographic evaluations were conducted to evaluate prosthetic loosening and subsidence. Revision rates and complications were also assessed.
RESULTS Two patients underwent an Ankle Spacer implantation on the talus. The NRS during walking improved from 6 and 7 preoperatively to 2 and 2 points postoperatively at 2 years, in patient 1 and 2, respectively. The other patient-reported outcome measures also improved substantially. There were no re-operations nor complications. Radiological imaging showed no loosening of the implant and no change of implant position.
CONCLUSION The Ankle Spacer showed clinically relevant pain reduction during walking, improvement in clinical outcomes as assessed with PROMs, and no complications or re-operations. This treatment option may evolve as a joint-sparing alternative to invasive end-stage surgeries.
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- Jari Dahmen
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Location AMC, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Location AMC, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Location AMC, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Research, Arthrex, Naples, FL 34108, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Location AMC, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Location AMC, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
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Donders CM, Spaans AJ, van Wering H, van Bergen CJA. Developments in diagnosis and treatment of paediatric septic arthritis. World J Orthop 2022; 13:122-130. [PMID: 35317401 PMCID: PMC8891656 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.122] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2021] [Revised: 08/08/2021] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Acute septic arthritis in children is an orthopaedic emergency. A delay in diagnosis and inappropriate treatment can result in devastating damage to the joint with lifelong disability as a consequence. The clinical presentation can be a diagnostic challenge, especially in young children. A recent systematic review showed that joint tenderness and fever are important signals of septic arthritis. Ultrasound is helpful in detecting the presence of a joint effusion. Plain radiographs may show bone changes but magnetic resonance imaging is the most reliable imaging study for detecting concomitant osteomyelitis. The diagnosis of acute septic arthritis is highly suggestive when pus is aspirated from the joint, in case of a positive culture or a positive gram stain of the joint fluid, or if there is a white blood-cell count in the joint fluid of more than 50000/mm3. Staphylococcus aureus is the most commonly cultured organism. Recent systematic reviews have identified the most effective drainage techniques, including needle aspiration, arthroscopy and arthrotomy, depending on the affected joint. After the drainage procedure it is important to monitor the clinical and laboratory outcomes. Additional drainage procedures may be necessary in select cases.
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- Cornelia M Donders
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Meander Medical Centre, Amersfoort 3813 TZ, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sint Maartenskliniek, Nijmegen 6574 NA, Netherlands
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Heldt B, Roepe I, Guo R, Attia E, Inneh I, Shenava V, Kushare I. All-epiphyseal versus trans-epiphyseal screw fixation for tillaux fractures: Does it matter? World J Orthop 2022; 13:131-138. [PMID: 35317400 PMCID: PMC8891663 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.131] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2021] [Revised: 08/05/2021] [Accepted: 01/12/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Tillaux fractures occur primarily in adolescents due to the pattern of physeal closure and are classified as Salter-Harris type III physeal fractures. Operative management with screw fixation is recommended for more than 2 mm of displacement or more than 1 mm of translation. However, the efficacy and complications of trans-physeal vs all-physeal screw fixation have not been investigated extensively.
AIM To compare the clinical and functional outcomes of trans-physeal (oblique) and all-epiphyseal (parallel) screw fixation in management of Tillaux fractures among pediatric patients.
METHODS This was an ethics board approved retrospective review of pediatric patients who presented to our tertiary children’s care facility with Tillaux fractures. We included patients who had surgical fixation of a Tillaux fracture over a 10 year period. Data analysis included demographics, mode of injury, management protocols, and functional outcomes. The patients were divided into group 1 (oblique fixation) and group 2 (parallel fixation). Baseline patient characteristics and functional outcomes were compared between groups. Statistical tests to evaluate differences included Fisher’s Exact or Chi-squared and independent samples t or Mann Whitney tests for categorical and continuous variables, respectively.
RESULTS A total of 42 patients (28 females and 14 males) were included. There were no significant differences in body mass index, sex, age, or time to surgery between the groups [IK2]. Sports injuries accounted for 61.9% of the cases, particularly non-contact (57.1%) and skating (28.6%) injuries. Computed Tomography (CT) scan was ordered for 28 patients (66.7%), leading to diagnosis confirmation in 17 patients and change in management plan in 11 patients. [GRC3] Groups 1 and 2 consisted of 17 and 25 patients, respectively. For mid to long-term functional outcomes, there were 14 and 10 patients in groups 1 and 2, respectively. Statistical analysis revealed no significant differences in the functional outcomes, pain scores, or satisfaction between groups. No infections, non-unions, physeal arrest, or post-operative ankle deformities were reported. Two (4.8%) patients had difficulty returning to sports post-surgery due to pain. One was a dancer, and the other patient had pain while running, which led to hardware removal. Both patients had parallel fixation. Hardware removal for groups 1 and 2 were 4 (23.5%) and 5 (20.0%) patients, respectively. The reasons for removal was pain in 2 patients, and parental preference in the remaining.
CONCLUSION This is the largest reported series of pediatric patients with Tillaux fractures comparing functional outcomes of different methods of screw fixation orientation to the physis, which showed no difference regarding functional outcomes.
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- Brett Heldt
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Texas Children's Hospital, Houston, TX 77030, United States
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Elamin Ahmed H, Al-Dadah O. Bone mineral density in fracture neck of femur patients: What's the significance? World J Orthop 2022; 13:160-170. [PMID: 35317402 PMCID: PMC8891661 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2021] [Revised: 07/01/2021] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) guidelines have advised further research is required into investigating the added prognostic value of bone mineral density (BMD) in the assessment of fracture risk with the Fracture Risk Assessment Tool (FRAX) score.
AIM To investigate the significance of BMD in fracture neck of femur patients and compare it to the outcome of the FRAX score.
METHODS Inclusion criteria for this study were all patients who underwent dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) scan following fracture neck of femur between 2015 and 2017. Analysis of BMD, FRAX scores and patient demographic data was undertaken.
RESULTS A total of 69 patients were included in the study, mean age 74.1 years. There was no significant difference between mean BMD of the femoral neck in males (0.65) as compared to females (0.61) (P = 0.364). Analyses showed no significant correlation between BMD and menopause age (rs = -0.28, P = 0.090). A significant difference was seen of the femoral neck BMD between the different fracture pattern types (P = 0.026). A stronger correlation was observed between BMD of femoral neck and FRAX major score (rs = -0.64, P < 0.001) than with BMD of lumbar spine and FRAX major score (rs = -0.37, P = 0.003).
CONCLUSION This study demonstrated that BMD of the femoral neck measured by DXA scan is of added prognostic value when assessing patients for risk of fracture neck of femur in combination with the FRAX predictive scoring system.
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- Hussam Elamin Ahmed
- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, South Tyneside District Hospital, Harton Lane, South Tyneside NE34 0PL, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, South Tyneside District Hospital, Harton Lane, South Tyneside NE34 0PL, United Kingdom
- Translational and Clinical Research Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne NE2 4HH, United Kingdom
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de Waard S, Verboom T, Bech NH, Sierevelt IN, Kerkhoffs GM, Haverkamp D. Femoroacetabular offset restoration in total hip arthroplasty; Digital templating a short stem vs a conventional stem. World J Orthop 2022; 13:139-149. [PMID: 35317405 PMCID: PMC8891660 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2021] [Revised: 07/02/2021] [Accepted: 01/08/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Failure in restoring individual anatomy could be a reason for persistent functional limitations post total hip arthroplasty. Femoroacetabular offset (FAO) plays an important role in anatomic restoration, as loss of offset ≥ 5 mm is associated with altered gait and decreased functional outcome. Preoperative assessment by use of digital templating has shown to be a reliable method for sizing the components in total hip arthroplasty, and can show if anatomic restoration is achieved. In recent years, short stems are growing in popularity as it could allow better restoration due to more variety in placement.
AIM To assess whether restoration of the FAO differs between a short or a conventional stem by use of digital templating. Additionally, association of the preoperative offset and caput-colllum-diaphyseal angle (CCD-angle) within restoration of both stems was investigated, and the reliability of measurements was assessed.
METHODS A total of 100 standardized hip radiographs were used for digital templating. Restoration of FAO was classified into “restored” or “not restored”, when a < 5 mm or ≥ 5 mm difference from baseline value presented, respectively. Differences between the two stems concerning proportions of correct restoration of the FAO were analyzed by use of McNemar tests. To assess association between CCD-angle and preoperative FAO with absolute FAO restoration, multi-level analysis was performed by use of a linear mixed model to account for paired measurements. Through determination of the optimal point under the curve in operating curve-analysis, bootstrapping of thousand sets was performed to determine the optimal cutoff point of the preoperative FAO for restoration within the limits of 5 mm. Three observers participated for inter-observer reliability, with two observers measuring the radiographs twice for intra-observer reliability.
RESULTS The mean preoperative FAO was 79.7 mm (range 62.5-113 mm), with a mean CCD-angle of 128.6° (range 114.5°-145°). The conventional stem could only restore the FAO in 72 of the cases, whereas the short stem restored the FAO in all cases. CCD-angle was not a predictor, but the preoperative FAO was. A cut-off point of 81.25 mm (95% confidence interval of 80.75-84.75 mm) in preoperative FAO was found where the conventional stem was unable to restore the FAO. Reliability of measurements was excellent, with an intra-observer reliability of 0.99 and inter-observer reliability in baseline measurements higher than 0.9 between the three observers.
CONCLUSION In preoperative planning of FAO restoration in total hip arthroplasty, digital templating shows that short stems with a curve following the medial calcar are potentially better at restoring the FAO compared to conventional stems if the preoperative offset is ≥ 80.0 mm.
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- Sheryl de Waard
- Orthopedic Surgery, Xpert Orthopedie Amsterdam, Amsterdam 1101 EA, Netherlands
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Xpert Orthopedie Amsterdam, Amsterdam 1101 EA, Netherlands
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Xpert Orthopedie Amsterdam, Amsterdam 1101 EA, Netherlands
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Xpert Orthopedie Amsterdam, Amsterdam 1101 EA, Netherlands
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- Orthopaedic Surgery, Academic Medical Centre, Amsterdam 1105 AZ, Netherlands
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Xpert Orthopedie Amsterdam, Amsterdam 1101 EA, Netherlands
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Crego-Vita D, Aedo-Martín D, Garcia-Cañas R, Espigares-Correa A, Sánchez-Pérez C, Berberich CE. Periprosthetic joint infections in femoral neck fracture patients treated with hemiarthroplasty – should we use antibiotic-loaded bone cement? World J Orthop 2022; 13:150-159. [PMID: 35317403 PMCID: PMC8891664 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.150] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2021] [Revised: 08/16/2021] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Hemiarthroplasty is the most common treatment in elderly patients with displaced intra-capsular femoral neck fracture (FNF). Prosthetic joint infection (PJI) is one of the most feared and frequent complications post-surgery because of the frail health status of these patients and the need for fast track surgery. Therefore, priorities should lie in effective preventive strategies to mitigate this burden.
AIM To determine how much the implementation of the routine use of antibiotic-loaded bone cement (ALBC) as a relatively easy-to-apply amendment to the surgical practice reduces the infection rate in our hemiarthroplasty cohort.
METHODS We retrospectively assessed all demographic, health status and treatment-related data of our FNF patients undergoing cemented hemiarthroplasty in the period from 2011 to 2017; 241 patients were further analyzed after exclusion of patients with cancer-related sequelae and those who died before the end of the 1-year observation period. The PJI rate as diagnosed on basis of the Musculoskeletal Infection Society (MSIS) criteria 2011 was determined for each included patient and compared in function of the bone cement used for hip stem fixation. Patients were split into a group receiving a plain bone cement in the period from January 2011 to June 2013 (non-ALBC group) and into a group receiving an ALBC in the period July 2013 to December 2017 (ALBC group). Data analysis was performed with statistical software. We further calculated the cost-efficacy of the implementation of routine use of ALBC in the second group balancing the in-hospital infection related treatment costs with the extra costs of use of ALBC.
RESULTS In total 241 FNF patients who received cemented hemiarthroplasty in the period from January 2011 to January 2017 were eligible for inclusion in this retrospective study. There were 8 PJI cases identified in the ALBC group among n = 94 patients, whereas 28 PJI cases were observed in the non-ALBC group among n = 147 patients. The statistical analysis showed an infection risk reduction of 55.3% (in particular due to the avoidance of chronic delayed infections) in the ALBC group (95%CI: 6.2%-78.7%; P = 0.0025). The cost-evaluation analysis demonstrated a considerable cost saving of 3.500 € per patient, related to the implementation of routine use of ALBC in this group.
CONCLUSION Use of ALBC is a potent infection preventive factor in FNF patients receiving cemented hemiarthroplasties. It was further found to be highly cost-effective.
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- Diana Crego-Vita
- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Hospital Central de la Defensa Gómez Ulla, Madrid 28047, Spain
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Hospital Universitario del Henares, Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Coslada 28822, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Hospital Central de la Defensa Gómez Ulla, Madrid 28047, Spain
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- Department of Orthopeadic and Trauma Surgery, Hospital Central de la Defensa Gómez Ulla, Madrid 28047, Spain
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- Department of Orthopeadic and Trauma Surgery, General University Hospital Gregorio Maranon, Madrid 28007, Spain
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Chan Y, Selvaratnam V, Manickavasagar T, Shetty V, Sahni V. Liverpool carpal tunnel scoring system to predict nerve conduction study results: A prospective correlation study. World J Orthop 2022; 13:171-177. [PMID: 35317399 PMCID: PMC8891662 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i2.171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2021] [Revised: 06/30/2021] [Accepted: 01/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is one of the most common peripheral nerve compressive neuropathies. The clinical symptoms and physical examinations of CTS are widely recognised, however, there is still debate around what is the best approach for assessment of CTS. Clinical assessment is still considered the gold standard, however, controversies do exist regarding the need for investigations such nerve conduction studies (NCS) to aid with management decisions.
AIM To correlate the severity of NCS results to a scoring system which included symptoms, signs and risk factors.
METHODS This was a prospective correlation study. We scored patients’ signs and symptoms using our CTS scoring system. This was then correlated with the findings of the NCS. The scoring system included - four symptoms (2 Katz hand diagrams – one for tingling and one for numbness; nocturnal paresthesia and bilateral symptoms) and four clinical signs (weak thumb abduction test; Tinel’s sign; Phalen sign and hypoalgesia in median nerve territory) and two risk factors (age more than 40 years and female sex). We classified the NCS results to normal, mild, moderate and severe.
RESULTS There were 61 scores in 59 patients. The mean scores for the categories were as follows: 6.75 for normal NCS; 5.50 for mild NCS; 9.17 for moderate NCS and 9 for severe NCS. All scores of 8 or more matched with NCS results of moderate and severe intensity apart from three scores which were greater than seven that had normal NCS. Eta score was 0.822 for the CTS score being the dependent value and the NCS category being the independent variable showing a strong association between the scoring system and the NCS group.
CONCLUSION We feel that this simple scoring system can be used to predict and correlate the severity of NCS in patients with CTS.
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- Yuen Chan
- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Mersey Deanery, Prescot L35 5DR, Merseyside, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Manchester University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester M13 9WL, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Southport and Ormskirk NHS Trust, Southport L39 2AZ, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Southport and Ormskirk NHS Trust, Southport L39 2AZ, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Southport and Ormskirk NHS Trust, Southport L39 2AZ, United Kingdom
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Lorenc T, Gołębiowski M, Michalski W, Glinkowski W. High-resolution, three-dimensional magnetic resonance imaging axial load dynamic study improves diagnostics of the lumbar spine in clinical practice. World J Orthop 2022; 13:87-101. [PMID: 35096539 PMCID: PMC8771416 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i1.87] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2021] [Revised: 11/02/2021] [Accepted: 01/05/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The response to axial physiological pressure due to load transfer to the lumbar spine structures is among the various back pain mechanisms. Understanding the spine adaptation to cumulative compressive forces can influence the choice of personalized treatment strategies.
AIM To analyze the impact of axial load on the spinal canal’s size, intervertebral foramina, ligamenta flava and lumbosacral alignment.
METHODS We assessed 90 patients using three-dimensional isotropic magnetic resonance imaging acquisition in a supine position with or without applying an axial compression load. Anatomical structures were measured in the lumbosacral region from L1 to S1 in lying and axially-loaded magnetic resonance images. A paired t test at α = 0.05 was used to calculate the observed differences.
RESULTS After axial loading, the dural sac area decreased significantly, by 5.2% on average (4.1%, 6.2%, P < 0.001). The intervertebral foramina decreased by 3.4% (2.7%, 4.1%, P < 0.001), except for L5-S1. Ligamenta flava increased by 3.8% (2.5%, 5.2%, P < 0.001), and the lumbosacral angle increased.
CONCLUSION Axial load exacerbates the narrowing of the spinal canal and intervertebral foramina from L1-L2 to L4-L5. Cumulative compressive forces thicken ligamenta flava and exaggerate lumbar lordosis.
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- Tomasz Lorenc
- Ist Department of Clinical Radiology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw 02-004, Poland
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- Ist Department of Clinical Radiology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw 02-004, Poland
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- Department of Mathematical Oncology, Maria Skłodowska-Curie National Research Institute of Oncology, Warsaw 02-781, Poland
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- Center of Excellence “TeleOrto” for Telediagnostics and Treatment of Disorders and Injuries of the Locomotor System, Department of Medical Informatics and Telemedicine, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw 00-581, Poland
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Rasmussen MK, Larsen P, Rölfing JD, Kirkegaard BL, Thorninger R, Elsoe R. Epidemiology and incidence of paediatric orthopaedic trauma workload during the COVID-19 pandemic: A multicenter cohort study of 3171 patients. World J Orthop 2022; 13:70-77. [PMID: 35096537 PMCID: PMC8771413 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i1.70] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2021] [Revised: 12/10/2021] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) has a major influence on all parts of society.
AIM To examine the consequences of the national lockdown and political initiatives during the first surge of the COVID-19 pandemic expressed by changes in incidences of musculoskeletal paediatric injuries.
METHODS Study design was a retrospective multicenter cohort study. A ‘pandemic’ cohort was established from 16 March 2020 to 21 April 2020, where all institutions including day care and schools were closed. A ‘pre-pandemic’ cohort was established from the same period in 2019 for comparison. Included were all patients admitted at the emergency departments with paediatric musculoskeletal injuries (aged 0-15 years) identified by a relevant musculoskeletal ICD-10 diagnosis (DSxxx), concussions (DZ033D), or burns (DT2xx).
RESULTS The ‘pre-pandemic’ cohort consisted of 2101 patients, and the ‘pandemic’ cohort consisted of 1070 patients, indicating a decrease of paediatric musculoskeletal injuries of 51%. The incidence of paediatric injury in the ‘pre-pandemic’ cohort was 10460/100000/year. In the ‘pandemic’ cohort, the incidence was 5344/100000/year.
CONCLUSION A resource re-allocation to help serve the COVID-19 patients might be possible without reducing the level of care for injury-related paediatric patients.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg DK-9000, Denmark
- Department of Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg DK-9000, Denmark
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- Children’s Orthopaedics and Reconstruction, Danish Paediatric Orthopaedic Research, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus DK-8200, Denmark
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- Children’s Orthopaedics and Reconstruction, Danish Paediatric Orthopaedic Research, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus DK-8200, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Regional Hospital Randers, Randers 8930, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Aalborg University Hospital, Aalborg DK-9000, Denmark
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Kamel I, Ahmed MF, Sethi A. Regional anesthesia for orthopedic procedures: What orthopedic surgeons need to know. World J Orthop 2022; 13:11-35. [PMID: 35096534 PMCID: PMC8771411 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i1.11] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2021] [Revised: 07/20/2021] [Accepted: 01/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
Regional anesthesia is an integral component of successful orthopedic surgery. Neuraxial anesthesia is commonly used for surgical anesthesia while peripheral nerve blocks are often used for postoperative analgesia. Patient evaluation for regional anesthesia should include neurological, pulmonary, cardiovascular, and hematological assessments. Neuraxial blocks include spinal, epidural, and combined spinal epidural. Upper extremity peripheral nerve blocks include interscalene, supraclavicular, infraclavicular, and axillary. Lower extremity peripheral nerve blocks include femoral nerve block, saphenous nerve block, sciatic nerve block, iPACK block, ankle block and lumbar plexus block. The choice of regional anesthesia is a unanimous decision made by the surgeon, the anesthesiologist, and the patient based on a risk-benefit assessment. The choice of the regional block depends on patient cooperation, patient positing, operative structures, operative manipulation, tourniquet use and the impact of post-operative motor blockade on initiation of physical therapy. Regional anesthesia is safe but has an inherent risk of failure and a relatively low incidence of complications such as local anesthetic systemic toxicity (LAST), nerve injury, falls, hematoma, infection and allergic reactions. Ultrasound should be used for regional anesthesia procedures to improve the efficacy and minimize complications. LAST treatment guidelines and rescue medications (intralipid) should be readily available during the regional anesthesia administration.
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- Ihab Kamel
- Department of Anesthesiology, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19140, United States
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19140, United States
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Philadelphia, PA 19140, United States
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Laoruengthana A, Rattanaprichavej P, Samapath P, Chinwatanawongwan B, Chompoonutprapa P, Pongpirul K. Should we use similar perioperative protocols in patients undergoing unilateral and bilateral one-stage total knee arthroplasty? World J Orthop 2022; 13:58-69. [PMID: 35096536 PMCID: PMC8771417 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i1.58] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2021] [Revised: 10/28/2021] [Accepted: 12/25/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Bilateral one-stage total knee arthroplasty (BTKA) is now in greater use as an alternative option for patients with bilateral end-stage knee arthropathy. However, postoperative pain and disablement during convalescence from BTKA, and procedure-related complications have been concerning issues for patients and surgeons. Although some studies reported that BTKA in selected patients is as safe as the staged procedure, well-defined guidelines for patient screening, and perioperative care and monitoring to avoid procedure-related complications are still controversial.
AIM To compare the perioperative outcomes including perioperative blood loss (PBL), cardiac biomarkers, pain intensity, functional recovery, and complications between unilateral total knee arthroplasty (UTKA) and BTKA performed with a similar perioperative protocol.
METHODS We conducted a retrospective study on consecutive patients undergoing UTKA and BTKA that had been performed by a single surgeon with identical perioperative protocols. The exclusion criteria of this study included patients with an American Society of Anesthesiologists score > 3, and known cardiopulmonary comorbidity or high-sensitivity Troponin-T (hs-TnT) > 14 ng/L. Outcome measures included visual analogue scale (VAS) score of postoperative pain, morphine consumption, range of knee motion, straight leg raise (SLR), length of stay (LOS), and serum hemoglobin (Hb) and hs-TnT monitored during hospitalization.
RESULTS Of 210 UTKA and 137 BTKA patients, those in the BTKA group were younger and more predominately female. The PBL of the UTKA vs BTKA group was 646.45 ± 272.26 mL vs 1012.40 ± 391.95 mL (P < 0.01), and blood transfusion rates were 10.48% and 40.88% (P < 0.01), respectively. Preoperative Hb and body mass index were predictive factors for blood transfusion in BTKA, whereas preoperative Hb was only a determinant in UTKA patients. The BTKA group had significantly higher VAS scores than the UTKA group at 48, 72, and 96 h after surgery, and also had a significantly lower degree of SLR at 72 h. The BTKA group also had a significantly longer LOS than the UTKA group. Of the patients who had undergone the procedure, 5.71% of the UTKA patients and 12.41% of the BTKA patients (P = 0.04) had hs-TnT > 14 ng/L during the first 72 h postoperatively. However, there was no difference in other outcome measures and complications.
CONCLUSION Following similar perioperative management, the blood transfusion rate in BTKA is 4-fold that required in UTKA. Also, BTKA is associated with higher pain intensity at 48 h postoperatively and prolonged LOS when compared to the UTKA. Hence, BTKA patients may require more extensive perioperative management for blood loss and pain, even if having no higher risk of complications than UTKA.
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- Artit Laoruengthana
- Department of Orthopaedics, Naresuan University, Mueang 65000, Phitsanulok, Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Naresuan University, Mueang 65000, Phitsanulok, Thailand
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Naresuan University, Mueang 65000, Phitsanulok, Thailand
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- Department of Preventive and Social Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
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The long head of the biceps tendon is widely recognized as an important pain generator, especially in anterior shoulder pain and dysfunction with athletes and working individuals. The purpose of this review is to provide a current understanding of the long head of the biceps tendon anatomy and its surrounding structures, function, and relevant clinical information such as evaluation, treatment options, and complications in hopes of helping orthopaedic surgeons counsel their patients. An understanding of the long head of the biceps tendon anatomy and its surrounding structures is helpful to determine normal function as well as pathologic injuries that stem proximally. The biceps-labral complex has been identified and broken down into different regions that can further enhance a physician’s knowledge of common anterior shoulder pain etiologies. Although various physical examination maneuvers exist meant to localize the anterior shoulder pain, the lack of specificity requires orthopaedic surgeons to rely on patient history, advanced imaging, and diagnostic injections in order to determine the patient’s next steps. Nonsurgical treatment options such as anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy, and ultrasound-guided corticosteroid injections should be utilized before entertaining surgical treatment options. If surgery is needed, the three options include biceps tenotomy, biceps tenodesis, or superior labrum anterior to posterior repair. Specifically for biceps tenodesis, recent studies have analyzed open vs arthroscopic techniques, the ideal location of tenodesis with intra-articular, suprapectoral, subpectoral, extra-articular top of groove, and extra-articular bottom of groove approaches, and the best method of fixation using interference screws, suture anchors, or cortical buttons. Orthopaedic surgeons should be aware of the complications of each procedure and respond accordingly for each patient. Once treated, patients often have good to excellent clinical outcomes and low rates of complications.
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- Simon P Lalehzarian
- The Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, North Chicago, IL 60064, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Westchester Medical Center, Valhalla, NY 10595, United States
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- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine, Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA 90033, United States
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Stornebrink T, Stufkens SAS, Mercer NP, Kennedy JG, Kerkhoffs GMMJ. Can bedside needle arthroscopy of the ankle be an accurate option for intra-articular delivery of injectable agents? World J Orthop 2022; 13:78-86. [PMID: 35096538 PMCID: PMC8771409 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i1.78] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2021] [Revised: 11/15/2021] [Accepted: 12/31/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Bedside needle arthroscopy of the ankle under local anesthesia has been proposed for intra-articular delivery of injectable agents. Accuracy and tolerability of this approach in the clinical setting–including patients with end-stage ankle pathology and/or a history of prior surgery–is not known.
AIM To assess clinical accuracy and tolerability of bedside needle arthroscopy as a delivery system for injectable agents into the tibiotalar joint.
METHODS This was a prospective study that included adult patients who were scheduled for an injection with hyaluronic acid to the tibiotalar joint. In our center, these injections are used as a last resort prior to extensive surgery. The primary outcome was injection accuracy, which was defined as injecting through the arthroscopic cannula with intra-articular positioning confirmed by a clear arthroscopic view of the joint space. Secondary outcome measures included a patient-reported numeric rating scale (NRS, 0-10) of pain during the procedure and willingness of patients to return for the same procedure. NRS of ankle pain at rest and during walking was collected at baseline and at 2-wk follow-up. Complications were monitored from inclusion up to a 2-wk control visit.
RESULTS We performed 24 inspection-injections. Eleven (46%) participants were male, and mean age was 46.8 ± 14.5 years. Osteoarthritis was the indication for injection in 20 (83%) cases, of which 8 (33%) patients suffered from osteoarthritis Kellgren-Lawrence grade IV, and 10 (42%) patients from Kellgren-Lawrence grade III. An osteochondral defect was the indication for injection in 4 (17%) cases. A history of ankle surgery was present in 14 (58%) participants and a history of multiple ankle surgeries in 11 (46%) participants. It was possible to confirm accuracy in 21 (88%) procedures. The 3 (12%) participants where needle arthroscopy did not reach a clear view of the joint space all suffered from Kellgren-Lawrence grade IV osteoarthritis. Pain during the procedure was reported with a median of 1 [interquartile ranges (IQR): 0–2]. Willingness to return was 100%. Pain in rest decreased from a median NRS of 4 (IQR: 2–7) at baseline to a median of 3 (IQR: 1–5) at follow-up (P < 0.01). Pain during walking decreased from a median NRS of 8 (IQR: 6–9) to a median of 7 (IQR: 4–8) (P < 0.01). Infections or other complications were not encountered.
CONCLUSION Clinical accuracy and tolerability of bedside needle arthroscopy of the ankle as a delivery system for injectable agents are excellent. Accuracy was 100% in patients without total ventral joint obliteration.
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- Tobias Stornebrink
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence based Sports Medicine, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee Research Center Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence based Sports Medicine, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee Research Center Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, New York, NY 10010, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, New York, NY 10010, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence based Sports Medicine, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee Research Center Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
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Anauate Nicolao F, Yazigi Junior JA, Matsunaga FT, Archetti Netto N, Belloti JC, Tamaoki MJS. Comparing shoulder maneuvers to magnetic resonance imaging and arthroscopic findings in patients with supraspinatus tears. World J Orthop 2022; 13:102-111. [PMID: 35096540 PMCID: PMC8771410 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i1.102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2021] [Revised: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 12/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Shoulder maneuvers and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are performed to diagnose supraspinatus tendon tears regardless of arthroscopy exam. Although there are many studies on this subject, there is a lack of studies comparing the sensitivity (Se) and specificity (Sp) of shoulder maneuvers and MRI to arthroscopic findings (intact, partial, or full thickness supraspinatus tendon tear).
AIM To compare the diagnostic values of shoulder maneuvers with MRI for supraspinatus tendon tears in patients undergoing shoulder arthroscopy.
METHODS A total of 199 consecutive patients from four orthopedic centers met the eligibility criteria of shoulder pain persisting for at least four weeks. They were prospectively enrolled in this study from April 2017 to April 2019. Seven clinical tests (full can, empty can, drop arm, Hawkins’, painful arc, Neer’s sign and resisted external rotation) and MRI were performed, and all were compared with surgical findings. Full can, empty can and resisted external rotation tests were interpreted as positive in the case of pain and/or weakness. We assessed the Se, Sp, accuracy, positive predictive value (PPV) and negative predictive value (NPV), positive and negative likelihood ratio and diagnostic odds ratio for overall, partial and full-thickness supraspinatus tears.
RESULTS MRI had the highest Se for overall (0.97), partial (0.91) and full-thickness (0.99) tears; moreover, MRI had the highest NPV: 0.90, 0.88 and 0.98 for overall, partial and full-thickness tears, respectively. For overall supraspinatus tears, the Se and PPV were: Painful arc (Se = 0.85/PPV = 0.91), empty can (pain) (Se = 0.80/PPV = 0.89), full can (pain) (Se = 0.78/PPV = 0.90), resisted external rotation (pain) (Se = 0.48/PPV = 0.87), drop arm (Se = 0.19/PPV = 0.97), Neer’s sign (Se = 0.78/PPV = 0.93) and Hawkins’ (Se = 0.80/PPV = 0.88). MRI had the highest PPV (0.99). The Hawkin’s test had the highest false positive rate in patients with intact tendons (0.36). The Sp of the empty can and full can (both tests positive for pain and weakness), drop arm and MRI were: 0.93, 0.91, 0.98 and 0.96, respectively. For partial and full-thickness tears, the empty can test (positive for pain and weakness) had a Sp of 0.93, and the drop arm and MRI had the same Sp (0.98).
CONCLUSION Physical examination demonstrated good diagnostic value, the drop arm test had a Sp as good as MRI for supraspinatus tears; however, MRI was more accurate in ruling out tears. The Hawkins’ test had high false-positive findings in patients with intact tendons.
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- Fabio Anauate Nicolao
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Escola Paulista de Medicina – Universidade Federal de São Paulo – UNIFESP, Sao Paulo 04038-001, Brazil
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Discipline, Universidade de Santo Amaro – UNISA, Sao Paulo 04829-300, Brazil
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Escola Paulista de Medicina – Universidade Federal de São Paulo – UNIFESP, Sao Paulo 04038-001, Brazil
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Discipline, Universidade de Santo Amaro – UNISA, Sao Paulo 04829-300, Brazil
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Escola Paulista de Medicina – Universidade Federal de São Paulo – UNIFESP, Sao Paulo 04038-001, Brazil
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Escola Paulista de Medicina – Universidade Federal de São Paulo – UNIFESP, Sao Paulo 04038-001, Brazil
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Escola Paulista de Medicina – Universidade Federal de São Paulo – UNIFESP, Sao Paulo 04038-001, Brazil
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Escola Paulista de Medicina – Universidade Federal de São Paulo – UNIFESP, Sao Paulo 04038-001, Brazil
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Goetstouwers S, Kempink D, The B, Eygendaal D, van Oirschot B, van Bergen CJA. Three-dimensional printing in paediatric orthopaedic surgery. World J Orthop 2022; 13:1-10. [PMID: 35096533 PMCID: PMC8771415 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i1.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2021] [Revised: 07/29/2021] [Accepted: 12/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
Three-dimensional (3D) printing is a rapidly evolving and promising field to improve outcomes of orthopaedic surgery. The use of patient-specific 3D-printed models is specifically interesting in paediatric orthopaedic surgery, as limb deformity corrections often require an individual 3D treatment. In this editorial, various operative applications of 3D printing in paediatric orthopaedic surgery are discussed. The technical aspects and the imaging acquisition with computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging are outlined. Next, there is a focus on the intraoperative applications of 3D printing during paediatric orthopaedic surgical procedures. An overview of various upper and lower limb deformities in paediatrics is given, in which 3D printing is already implemented, including post-traumatic forearm corrections and proximal femoral osteotomies. The use of patient-specific instrumentation (PSI) or guiding templates during the surgical procedure shows to be promising in reducing operation time, intraoperative haemorrhage and radiation exposure. Moreover, 3D-printed models for the use of PSI or patient-specific navigation templates are promising in improving the accuracy of complex limb deformity surgery in children. Lastly, the future of 3D printing in paediatric orthopaedics extends beyond the intraoperative applications; various other medical applications include 3D casting and prosthetic limb replacement. In conclusion, 3D printing opportunities are numerous, and the fast developments are exciting, but more evidence is required to prove its superiority over conventional paediatric orthopaedic surgery.
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- Sven Goetstouwers
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Erasmus Medical Centre/Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam 3015GD, South-Holland, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Erasmus Medical Centre/Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam 3015GD, South-Holland, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda 4818CK, North-Brabant, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Erasmus Medical Centre/Sophia Children's Hospital, Rotterdam 3015GD, South-Holland, Netherlands
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda 4818CK, North-Brabant, Netherlands
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Andronic O, Nagy L, Burkhard MD, Casari FA, Karczewski D, Kriechling P, Schweizer A, Jud L. Long-term outcomes of the four-corner fusion of the wrist: A systematic review. World J Orthop 2022; 13:112-121. [PMID: 35096541 PMCID: PMC8771412 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i1.112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2021] [Revised: 10/26/2021] [Accepted: 12/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Four-corner fusion (4CF) is a motion sparing salvage procedure that is used to treat osteoarthritis secondary to advanced scapholunate collapse or longstanding scaphoid nonunion advanced collapse. Little is known about the long-term survivorship and outcomes of 4CF.
AIM To report on clinical and functional long-term outcomes as well as conversion rates to total wrist fusion or arthroplasty.
METHODS The systematic review protocol was registered in the international prospective register of systematic reviews (PROSPERO) and followed the PRISMA guidelines. Original articles were screened using four different databases. Studies with a minimum Level IV of evidence that reported on long-term outcome after 4CF with a minimum follow-up of 5 years were included. Quality assessment was performed using the Methodological Index for Non-Randomized Studies criteria.
RESULTS A total of 11 studies including 436 wrists with a mean follow-up of 11 ± 4 years (range: 6-18 years) was included. Quality assessment according to Methodological Index for Non-Randomized Studies criteria tool averaged 69% ± 11% (range: 50%-87%). Fusion rate could be extracted from 9/11 studies and averaged 91%. Patient-reported outcomes were extracted at last follow-up from 8 studies with an average visual analog scale of 1 ± 1 (range: 0-2) and across 9 studies with an average Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand score of 21 ± 8 (range: 8-37). At last follow-up, the cumulative conversion rate to total wrist fusion averaged 6%. There were no conversions to total wrist arthroplasty.
CONCLUSION The 4CF of the wrist is a reliable surgical technique, capable of achieving a good long-term patient satisfaction and survivorship with low rates of conversion to total wrist fusion.
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- Octavian Andronic
- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zürich, Switzerland, Zürich 8008, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zürich, Switzerland, Zürich 8008, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zürich, Switzerland, Zürich 8008, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zürich, Switzerland, Zürich 8008, Switzerland
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Charitè University Medicine Berlin, Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Berlin 10117, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zürich, Switzerland, Zürich 8008, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zürich, Switzerland, Zürich 8008, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zürich, Switzerland, Zürich 8008, Switzerland
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Chalidis B, Kitridis D, Givissis P. Surgical treatment outcome of painful traumatic neuroma of the infrapatellar branch of the saphenous nerve during total knee arthroplasty. World J Orthop 2021; 12:1008-1015. [PMID: 35036343 PMCID: PMC8696598 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i12.1008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2021] [Revised: 08/11/2021] [Accepted: 12/08/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Development of infrapatellar saphenous neuroma (ISN) is a well-recognized reason for knee pain following total knee arthroplasty (TKA). So far, very few studies have addressed the development of painful ISN after TKA and its impact on functional outcome and patient satisfaction.
AIM To present the results of surgical treatment for ISN after primary TKA, the level of pain relief, and the improvement of knee motion and function.
METHODS Fifteen patients (13 women, 2 men) with persistent medial pain for more than six months after primary TKA, due to osteoarthritis, underwent surgical excision of ISN. ISN diagnosis was confirmed with the presence of Tinel’s sign along the course of the infrapatellar branch of the saphenous nerve and with pain relief after selective nerve block using local anesthetic. Component loosening, malalignment, instability and infection were excluded systematically in all patients as a source of pain. Pain relief in terms of visual analog scale (VAS), active knee range of motion (ROM), and the Knee Society Score (KSS) for pain and function were evaluated preoperatively and at least six months postoperatively.
RESULTS The mean patients’ age was 71.3 ± 5.4 years old. The mean interval between TKA and neuroma excision was 10 mo (range, 6 to 14 mo), while the mean follow-up was 8 mo (range: 6 to 11 mo). All 15 patients experienced almost complete immediate pain relief and resolution of allodynia and hyperesthesia after surgery. Pain on the VAS scale improved from 8.6 ± 1.3 preoperatively to 0.8 ± 0.9 at the final follow-up (P = 0.001). KSS pain and function scores were improved from 49.3 ± 5.9 and 62.7 ± 12.8 before surgery to 91.8 ± 4.2 and 75.3 ± 11.3 after surgery, respectively (P = 0.001 and P = 0.015). Active knee ROM was also increased postoperatively from 96 ± 4 to 105 ± 6 degrees (P = 0.001). There were no complications and no further operations required.
CONCLUSION ISN should be considered a potential cause of persistent pain following TKA. Neuroma excision not only provides immediate pain relief and resolution of symptoms but may also improve the knee range of motion.
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- Byron Chalidis
- The First Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Medicine, Thessaloniki 57010, Greece
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- The First Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Medicine, Thessaloniki 57010, Greece
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- The First Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Medicine, Thessaloniki 57010, Greece
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van Dijk LA, Vervest AMJS, Baas DC, Poolman RW, Haverkamp D. Decision aids can decrease decisional conflict in patients with hip or knee osteoarthritis: Randomized controlled trial. World J Orthop 2021; 12:1026-1035. [PMID: 35036345 PMCID: PMC8696597 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i12.1026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2021] [Revised: 06/21/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The interest in shared decision making has increased considerably over the last couple of decades. Decision aids (DAs) can help in shared decision making. Especially when there is more than one reasonable option and outcomes between treatments are comparable.
AIM To investigate if the use of DAs decreases decisional conflict in patients when choosing treatment for knee or hip osteoarthritis (OA).
METHODS In this multi-center unblinded randomized controlled trial of patients with knee or hip OA were included from four secondary and tertiary referral centers. One-hundred-thirty-one patients who consulted an orthopedic surgeon for the first time with knee or hip OA were included between December 2014 and January 2016. After the first consultation, patients were randomly assigned by a computer to the control group which was treated according to standard care, or to the intervention group which was treated with standard care and provided with a DA. After the first consultation, patients were asked to complete questionnaires about decisional conflict (DCS), satisfaction, anxiety (PASS-20), gained knowledge, stage of decision making and preferred treatment. Follow-up was carried out after 26 wk and evaluated decisional conflict, satisfaction, anxiety, health outcomes (HOOS/KOOS), quality of life (EQ5D) and chosen treatment.
RESULTS After the first consultation, patients in the intervention group (mean DCS: 25 out of 100, SD: 13) had significantly (P value: 0.00) less decisional conflict compared to patients in the control group (mean DCS: 39 out of 100, SD 11). The mean satisfaction score for the given information (7.6 out of 10, SD: 1.8 vs 8.6 out of 10, SD: 1.1) (P value: 0.00), mean satisfaction score with the physician (8.3 out of 10, SD: 1.7 vs 8.9 out of 10, SD: 0.9) (P value: 0.01) and the mean knowledge score (3.3 out of 4, SD: 0.9 vs 3.7 out of, SD: 0.6) (P value: 0.01) were all significantly higher in the intervention group. At 26-wk follow-up, only 75 of 131 patients (57%) were available for analysis. This sample is too small for meaningful analysis.
CONCLUSION Providing patients with an additional DA may have a positive effect on decisional conflict after the first consultation. Due to loss to follow-up we are unsure if this effect remains over time.
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- Lode A van Dijk
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Tergooi Hospital, Hilversum 1213 XZ, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Tergooi Hospital, Hilversum 1213 XZ, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Tergooi Hospital, Hilversum 1213 XZ, Noord-Holland, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Onze Lieve Vrouwe Gasthuis, Amsterdam 1091 AC, Netherlands
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden 2333 ZA, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Xpert Orthopedie Amsterdam/SCORE (Specialized Center of Orthopedic Research and Education), Amsterdam 1101 EA, Netherlands
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Carrillo LA, Wu HH, Chopra A, Callahan M, Katyal T, Swarup I. Rates of readmission and reoperation after operative management of midshaft clavicle fractures in adolescents. World J Orthop 2021; 12:1001-1007. [PMID: 35036342 PMCID: PMC8696603 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i12.1001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2021] [Revised: 04/13/2021] [Accepted: 10/20/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND The national rates of readmission and reoperation after open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) of midshaft clavicle fractures in adolescents is unknown.
AIM To determine rates of and risk factors for readmission and reoperation after ORIF of midshaft clavicle fractures in adolescents.
METHODS This retrospective study utilized data from the Healthcare Cost and Utilization Project State Inpatient Database for California and Florida and included 11728 patients 10–18 years of age that underwent ORIF of midshaft clavicle fracture between 2005 and 2012. Readmissions within ninety days, reoperations within two years, and differences in patient demographic factors were determined through descriptive, univariate, and multivariate analyses.
RESULTS In total, 3.29% (n = 11) of patients were readmitted within 90 d to a hospital at an average of 18.91 ± 18 d after discharge, while 15.87% (n = 53) of patients underwent a reoperation within two years at an average of 209.53 ± 151 d since the index surgery. The most common reason for readmission was a postoperative infection (n < 10). Reasons for reoperation included implant removal (n = 49) at an average time of 202.39 ± 138 d after surgery, and revision ORIF (n < 10) with an average time of 297 ± 289 d after index surgery. The odds of reoperation were higher for females (P < 0.01) and outpatients (P < 0.01), while the odds of reoperation were lower for patients who underwent surgery in California (P = 0.02).
CONCLUSION There is a low rate of readmission and a high rate of reoperation after ORIF for midshaft clavicle fractures in adolescents. There are significant differences for reoperation based on patient sex, location, and hospital type.
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- Laura A Carrillo
- School of Medicine, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI 53226, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UCSF, San Francisco, CA 94143, United States
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- School of Medicine, Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington D.C., WA 20007, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UCSF, San Francisco, CA 94143, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UCSF, San Francisco, CA 94143, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, UCSF, San Francisco, CA 94143, United States
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Kitridis D, Alaseirlis D, Malliaropoulos N, Chalidis B, McMahon P, Debski R, Givissis P. Assessing the accuracy of arthroscopic and open measurements of the size of rotator cuff tears: A simulation-based study. World J Orthop 2021; 12:983-990. [PMID: 35036340 PMCID: PMC8696604 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i12.983] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2021] [Revised: 05/30/2021] [Accepted: 10/27/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Arthroscopic procedures are commonly performed for rotator cuff pathology. Repair of rotator cuff tears is a commonly performed procedure. The intraoperative evaluation of the tear size and pattern contributes to the choice and completion of the technique and the prognosis of the repair.
AIM To compare the arthroscopic and open measurements with the real dimensions of three different patterns of simulated rotator cuff tears of known size using a plastic shoulder model.
METHODS We created three sizes and patterns of simulated supraspinatus tears on a plastic shoulder model (small and large U-shaped, oval-shaped). Six orthopaedic surgeons with three levels of experience measured the dimensions of the tears arthroscopically, using a 5 mm probe, repeating the procedure three times, and then using a ruler (open technique). Arthroscopic, open and computerized measurements were compared.
RESULTS A constant underestimation of specific dimensions of the tears was found when measured with an arthroscope, compared to both the open and computerized measurements (mean differences up to -7.5 ± 5.8 mm, P < 0.001). No differences were observed between the open and computerized measurements (mean difference -0.4 ± 1.6 mm). The accuracy of arthroscopic and open measurements was 90.5% and 98.5%, respectively. When comparing between levels of experience, senior residents reported smaller tear dimensions when compared both to staff surgeons and fellows.
CONCLUSION This study suggests that arthroscopic measurements of full-thickness rotator cuff tears constantly underestimate the dimensions of the tears. Development of more precise arthroscopic techniques or tools for the evaluation of the size and type of rotator cuff tears are necessary.
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- Dimitrios Kitridis
- 1st Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Medicine, Thessaloniki 54124, Greece
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- 1st Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Medicine, Thessaloniki 54124, Greece
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- William Harvey Research Institute, Centre for Sports and Exercise, Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary, University of London, London EC1M 6BQ, United Kingdom
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- 1st Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Medicine, Thessaloniki 54124, Greece
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- McMahon Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15203, United States
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- Department of Bioengineering, Swanson School of Engineering, University of Pittsburgh, Pittsburgh, PA 15219, United States
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- 1st Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, School of Medicine, Thessaloniki 54124, Greece
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Oommen AT, Hariharan TD, Chandy VJ, Poonnoose PM, A AS, Kuruvilla RS, Timothy J. Total hip arthroplasty in fused hips with spine stiffness in ankylosing spondylitis. World J Orthop 2021; 12:970-982. [PMID: 35036339 PMCID: PMC8696600 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i12.970] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2021] [Revised: 08/06/2021] [Accepted: 11/25/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is characterized by involvement of the spine and hip joints with progressive stiffness and loss of function. Functional impairment is significant, with spine and hip involvement, and is predominantly seen in the younger age group. Total hip arthroplasty (THA) for fused hips with stiff spines in AS results in considerable improvement of mobility and function. Spine stiffness associated with AS needs evaluation before THA. Preoperative assessment with lateral spine radiographs shows loss of lumbar lordosis. Spinopelvic mobility is reduced with change in sacral slope from sitting to standing less than 10 degrees conforming to the stiff pattern. Care should be taken to reduce acetabular component anteversion at THA in these fused hips, as the posterior pelvic tilt would increase the risk of posterior impingement and anterior dislocation. Fused hips require femoral neck osteotomy, true acetabular floor identification and restoration of the hip center with horizontal and vertical offset to achieve a good functional outcome. Cementless and cemented fixation have shown comparable long-term results with the choice dependent on bone stock at THA. Risks at THA in AS include intraoperative fractures, dislocation, heterotopic ossification, among others. There is significant improvement of functional scores and quality of life following THA in these deserving young individuals with fused hips and spine stiffness.
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- Anil Thomas Oommen
- Unit 2, Department of Orthopaedics, Christian Medical College Hospital, Vellore 632004, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Unit 2, Department of Orthopaedics, Christian Medical College Hospital, Vellore 632004, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Unit 2, Department of Orthopaedics, Christian Medical College Hospital, Vellore 632004, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Unit 2, Department of Orthopaedics, Christian Medical College Hospital, Vellore 632004, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Unit 2, Department of Orthopaedics, Christian Medical College Hospital, Vellore 632004, Tamil Nadu, India
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- Unit 2, Department of Orthopaedics, Christian Medical College Hospital, Vellore 632004, Tamil Nadu, India
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Benjamin B, Ryan P, Chechelnitskaya Y, Bayam L, Syed T, Drampalos E. Intraosseous device for arthrodesis in foot and ankle surgery: Review of the literature and biomechanical properties. World J Orthop 2021; 12:1036-1044. [PMID: 35036346 PMCID: PMC8696596 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i12.1036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2021] [Revised: 08/01/2021] [Accepted: 11/28/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Arthrodesis is the surgical fusion of a diseased joint for the purposes of obtaining pain relief and stability. There have been numerous fixation devices described in literature for foot and ankle arthrodesis, each with their own benefits and drawbacks.
AIM To review the use of intraosseous devices in foot and ankle surgery.
METHODS There were 9 papers included in the review (6 clinical and 3 experimental studies) all evaluating arthrodesis in the foot and ankle using the IOFIX device (Extremity Medical™, Parsippany, NJ, United States). Outcome scores, union rates, as well as complications were analysed.
RESULTS IOFIX appears to be safe and effective in achieving arthrodesis of the 1st metatarsophalangeal, and talonavicular joints with early rehabilitation. In comparison to plate/screw constructs there were fewer soft tissue complications and issues of metalwork prominence. Cadaveric and biomechanical studies on the use of intramedullary fixation for fusion of the tarsometatarsal and ankle joint showed decreased load to failure, cycles to failure and stiffness in comparison to traditional fusion methods using plates and screws, however IOFIX devices produced higher compressive forces at the joint.
CONCLUSION We describe the reasons for which this biomechanical behavior of the intraosseous fixation may be favorable, until prospective and comparative studies with larger sample size and longer follow-up confirm the effectiveness and limitations of the method.
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- Biju Benjamin
- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Larbert FK54WR, Scotland, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Larbert FK54WR, Scotland, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Larbert FK54WR, Scotland, United Kingdom
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- Department of Orthopaedic, Sakarya University, Sakarya 54100, Turkey
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Larbert FK54WR, Scotland, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Forth Valley Royal Hospital, Larbert FK54WR, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Solarino G, Bortone I, Vicenti G, Bizzoca D, Coviello M, Maccagnano G, Moretti B, D'Angelo F. Role of biomechanical assessment in rotator cuff tear repair: Arthroscopic vs mini-open approach. World J Orthop 2021; 12:991-1000. [PMID: 35036341 PMCID: PMC8696602 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i12.991] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2021] [Revised: 06/28/2021] [Accepted: 12/08/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Rotator cuff (RC) tears are one of the most frequent pathologies within the shoulder girdle. Hand dominance and older age are associated with RC tears. Two different surgical procedures, the mini-open (MO) and all-arthroscopic (AA) approach, represented the standard of treatment.
AIM To compare the clinical and biomechanical outcomes of two surgical techniques (AA vs MO procedure) performed to address the painful shoulder syndrome with partial or total supraspinatus tendon tear.
METHODS Eighty-eight participants, 50 following RC repair with AA and 38 with MO approach, were recruited in the present cross-sectional case-control study (ORTHO-SHOULDER, Prot. 0054602). All patients underwent postoperative clinical evaluation for pain (Visual analogic scale), impairment, and disability (disability of the arm, shoulder, and hand) and limitation in daily activity (Constant-Murley score). Patients’ shoulder mobility was also assessed in our Laboratory of Functional Movement through a wearable inertial sensor and surface electromyography to monitor kinematics and muscle activity during the movement on the frontal (abduction/adduction) and sagittal (flexion-extension) planes.
RESULTS No statistically significant differences between the two procedures were observed in either main clinical score or range of motion. A significant increase in velocity during the movement execution and a higher contribution of upper trapezius muscles were found in the AA group compared with MO patients.
CONCLUSION In terms of clinical scores, our findings were in line with previous results. However, the use of technology-based assessment of shoulder mobility has revealed significant differences between the two techniques in terms of mean velocity and pattern of muscle activation.
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- Giuseppe Solarino
- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neuroscience and Sense Organs, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", Bari 70124, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neuroscience and Sense Organs, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", Bari 70124, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neuroscience and Sense Organs, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", Bari 70124, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences and Human Oncology, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", Bari 70124, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neuroscience and Sense Organs, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", Bari 70124, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Trauma Unit, Department of Clinical and Experimental Medicine, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Foggia, General Hospital, Foggia 76545, Italy
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- Department of Basic Medical Sciences, Neuroscience and Sense Organs, University of Bari "Aldo Moro", Bari 70124, Italy
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- Division of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, ASST Sette Laghi, Department of Biotechnologies and Life Sciences, Università degli Studi dell'Insubria, Varese 21100, Italy
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Morelli F, Princi G, Cantagalli MR, Rossini M, Caperna L, Mazza D, Ferretti A. Arthroscopic vs open ankle arthrodesis: A prospective case series with seven years follow-up. World J Orthop 2021; 12:1016-1025. [PMID: 35036344 PMCID: PMC8696599 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i12.1016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/28/2021] [Revised: 06/27/2021] [Accepted: 12/10/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The osteoarthritis of the ankle, although less common than other joints, is associated with severe functional limitation. Surgical options are ankle arthroscopic debridement, osteotomies, ankle arthrodesis and ankle arthroplasty. Ankle arthroplasty is increasingly used thanks to the new implants design, but ankle arthrodesis still represents the most used technique and it can be performed arthroscopically or with an open procedure.
AIM To compare mid-term results of arthroscopic vs open ankle arthrodesis of patients affected by end-stage ankle arthritis.
METHODS This study enrolled 23 patients, which underwent ankle arthrodesis. The patients were divided into 2 groups: group A (open procedure; n = 11) and group B (arthroscopic procedure, n = 12), the two groups were homogeneous with regard to age and body mass index (P = 0.347). The American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle score (AOFAS), Freiburg Ankle score (FAS) and visual analogue scale for pain intensity were evaluated preoperatively, at six months and at final follow-up of 7.6 years in group A and 7.3 years in group B (P = 0.364).
RESULTS Patients in the arthroscopic group showed better results at six-month follow-up compared to the open group at the AOFAS (group A, 62.2; group B, 78.5; P < 0.05) and the FAS (group A, 61.1; group B, 70.3; P = 0.015) scores. Pain relief was achieved in both groups at six-month follow-up (group A, 1.4; group B, 0.9; P = 0.162). Both open and arthroscopic groups showed improved clinical outcomes from baseline to final follow-up (P > 0.05). Hospital stay was shorter in group B than in group A (P = 0.001). More complications were reported in the open group than in the arthroscopic group (P = 0.459).
CONCLUSION The arthroscopic and the open arthrodesis are valid and safe options for the treatment of ankle arthritis on the basis of clinical outcomes at 7 years follow-up. Moreover, the arthroscopic treatment shows faster improvement at six-month follow-up in comparison with the open group.
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- Federico Morelli
- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Sapienza University of Rome, Roma 00189, Italy
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Sapienza University of Rome, Roma 00189, Italy
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Sapienza University of Rome, Roma 00189, Italy
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Sapienza University of Rome, Roma 00189, Italy
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Sapienza University of Rome, Roma 00189, Italy
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Sapienza University of Rome, Roma 00189, Italy
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Berra LV, Di Rita A, Longhitano F, Mailland E, Reganati P, Frati A, Santoro A. Far lateral lumbar disc herniation part 1: Imaging, neurophysiology and clinical features. World J Orthop 2021; 12:961-969. [PMID: 35036338 PMCID: PMC8696601 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i12.961] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/29/2021] [Revised: 11/03/2021] [Accepted: 12/10/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Far lateral lumbar disc herniations (FLLDH) represent a separate category of disc pathology which includes both intraforaminal and extraforaminal lumbar disc herniations, that are characterized by a peculiar clinical presentation, diagnostic and treatment modalities as compared to the more frequent median and paramedian disc hernias. Surgical treatment often represents the only effective weapon for the cure of this disease and over the years different approaches have been developed that can reach the region of the foramen or external to it, with different degrees of invasiveness. The diagnosis is more demanding and still underestimated as it requires a more detailed knowledge in the spine anatomy and dedicated radiological studies. Computerized tomography and in particular magnetic resonance imaging are the appropriate tools for the diagnosis of FLLDH. Despite the widespread use of these diagnostic tests, many cases of FLLDH are overlooked due to insufficiently detailed radiological examinations or due to the execution of exams not focused to the foraminal or the extraforaminal region. Neurophysiological studies represent a valid aid in the diagnostic classification of this pathology and in some cases they can facilitate the differential diagnosis with other types of radiculopathies. In the present study, a comprehensive review of the clinical presentation, epidemiology, radiological study and the neurophysiological aspects is presented.
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- Luigi Valentino Berra
- Department of Neurosurgery, Policlinico Umberto I - Sapienza Università di Roma, Roma 00161, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, San Carlo Borromeo Hospital, Milano 20153, Italy
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- Department of Neurosurgery, San Carlo Borromeo Hospital, Milano 20153, Italy
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- Department of Neurology, San Carlo Borromeo Hospital, Milano 20153, Italy
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- Department of Neuroradiology, Manzoni Hospital, Lecco 23900, Italy
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- Neurosurgery Division Human Neurosciences Department, Sapienza University, Roma 00135, Italy andDepartment of Neurosurgery, IRCCS Neuromed, Pozzilli IS 86077, Italy
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- Department of Human Neurosciences, Sapienza Università di Roma, Roma 00161, Italy
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Sahemey R, Moores TS, Meacher H, Youssef B, Khan S, Evans CR. Anthropometric method for estimating component sizes in total hip arthroplasty. World J Orthop 2021; 12:859-866. [PMID: 34888146 PMCID: PMC8613690 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.859] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2021] [Revised: 08/14/2021] [Accepted: 09/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Preoperative templating is essential in total hip arthroplasty (THA) as it not only helps to facilitate the correct implant type and size but also determines the post-operative biomechanics. Templating is also increasingly important from a medico-legal perspective and recommended in the British Orthopaedic Association Guide to Good Practice. Although templating has become increasingly digitised, there are no simple anthropometric models to predict implant sizes in the absence of digital methods.
AIM To assess the accuracy of using an easily obtainable measurement (shoe size) to predict component sizes in THA compared with digital templating.
METHODS Digital radiographs from a cohort of 102 patients (40 male, 62 female) who had undergone uncemented or hybrid THA at a single centre were retrospectively templated to desired cup and stem sizes using TraumaCad®. We compared the templated size to the actual size of the implant and assessed if there was any correlation with the patient’s shoe size.
RESULTS Statistically significant positive correlations were observed between: shoe size and templated cup size (ρ = 0.92, P < 0.001); shoe size with implanted cup size (ρ = 0.71, P < 0.001); shoe size and templated stem size (ρ = 0.87, P < 0.001); and shoe size with implanted stem size (ρ = 0.57, P < 0.001). Templated and implanted acetabular cup sizes were positively correlated (ρ = 0.76, P < 0.001) and were exact in 43.1% cases; 80.4% of implanted cup sizes were within 1 size (+/- 2 mm) of the template and 100% within 2 sizes (+/- 4 mm). Positive correlation was also demonstrated between templated and implanted femoral stem sizes (ρ = 0.69, P < 0.001) and were exact in 52.6% cases; 92.6% were within 1 size of the template and 98% within 2 sizes.
CONCLUSION This study has shown there to be a significant positive correlation between shoe size and templated size. Anthropometric measurements are easily obtainable and can be used to predict uncemented component sizes in the absence of digital methods.
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- Rajpreet Sahemey
- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire, Coventry CV2 2DX, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Walsall Manor Hospital, Walsall WS2 9PS, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal Stoke University Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 6QG, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal Stoke University Hospital, Stoke-on-Trent ST4 6QG, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore HA7 4LP, United Kingdom
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The Robert Jones and Agnes Hunt Orthopaedic Hospital, Oswestry SY10 7AG, United Kingdom
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Patetta M, Mayo B, Martini OZ, Sullivan B, Onsen L, Hutchinson M. Preseason elimination impact on anterior cruciate ligament injury in the National Football League. World J Orthop 2021; 12:833-841. [PMID: 34888143 PMCID: PMC8613689 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.833] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2021] [Revised: 08/03/2021] [Accepted: 09/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries represent detrimental injuries in the National Football League (NFL). A significant portion of these injuries often occur in preseason exhibitions. The Coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic presented a unique disruption to preseason NFL football with the cancelation of all preseason games.
AIM To compare the incidence of ACL tears through the first eight weeks of the NFL season in 2020 to the mean incidence over the previous 5 seasons (2015-2019) and determine if there was any change in incidence with the elimination of the preseason.
METHODS NFL players who suffered ACL tears during the preseason and first eight weeks of the NFL season from 2015-2020 were identified. The number of ACL injuries for the 2015-2019 seasons was compared to the 2020 season for four different timeframes. For each analysis, the cumulative number of ACL injuries to that time point was used to calculate the percent difference for descriptive analysis. Additionally, the number of teams with at least one player suffering an ACL tear were identified and compared using Chi-Squared testing. Finally, a cumulative relative risk was calculated for each week played.
RESULTS There were 14 ACL tears through the first four games of the 2020 season, a 118.8% (14 vs 6.4) increase in comparison to the 5-year average over the first 4 regular season weeks of 2015-2019. However, when accounting for injuries occurring during the preseason from 2015-2019, there were 18.6% (14 vs 17.2) fewer total ACL injuries through regular season week 4 with no significant difference in percentage of teams impacted when these preseason injuries were accounted for P = 0.394. Results were similar (19 vs 17.2) over 8 total games played (whether regular season or preseason), and over 8 regular season games (P = 0.196, P = 0.600).
CONCLUSION The elimination of the NFL preseason resulted in a higher rate of injuries during the first 4 games of the regular season. However, these increases are offset by the injuries typically sustained during the preseason. This suggests there may be front-loading of injuries over the course of an NFL season, such that players may be more prone to injury when the intensity of play suddenly increases, whether in the preseason or regular season.
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- Michael Patetta
- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Illinois Chicago College of Medicine, Chicago, IL 60612, United States
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Nakamura K, Asanuma K, Shimamoto A, Kaneda S, Yoshida K, Matsuyama Y, Hagi T, Nakamura T, Takao M, Sudo A. Spontaneous pneumothorax in a 17-year-old male patient with multiple exostoses: A case report and review of the literature. World J Orthop 2021; 12:945-953. [PMID: 34888155 PMCID: PMC8613679 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.945] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2021] [Revised: 08/07/2021] [Accepted: 09/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Multiple exostoses generally develop in the first decade of life. They most frequently arise from the distal femur, proximal tibia, fibula, and proximal humerus. Costal exostoses are rare, contributing to 1%–2% of all exostoses in hereditary multiple exostoses (HME). They are usually asymptomatic, but a few cases have resulted in severe thoracic injuries. Pneumothorax caused by costal exostoses is rare, with only 13 previously reported cases. We report a new case of pneumothorax caused by costal exostoses.
CASE SUMMARY A 17-year-old male with HME underwent surgery for removal of exostoses around his right knee. Four months following the operation, he felt chest pain when he was playing the trumpet; however, he did not stop playing for a week. He was referred to our hospital with a chief complaint of chest pain. The computed tomography (CT) scan revealed right pneumothorax and multiple exostoses in his right ribs. The CT scan also revealed visceral pleura thickness and damaged lung tissues facing the exostosis of the seventh rib. We diagnosed that exostosis of the seventh rib induced pneumothorax. Costal exostosis resection was performed by video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery (VATS) 2 wk after the onset. The patient’s postoperative course was uneventful, and there was no recurrence of pneumothorax for 2 years.
CONCLUSION Costal exostoses causing thoracic injuries should be resected regardless of age. VATS must be considered in cases with apparently benign and relatively small exostoses or HME.
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- Koichi Nakamura
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu 514-8507, Mie Prefecture, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu 514-8507, Mie Prefecture, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu 514-8507, Mie Prefecture, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu 514-8507, Mie Prefecture, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu 514-8507, Mie Prefecture, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu 514-8507, Mie Prefecture, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu 514-8507, Mie Prefecture, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu 514-8507, Mie Prefecture, Japan
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- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu 514-8507, Mie Prefecture, Japan
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mie University Graduate School of Medicine, Tsu 514-8507, Mie Prefecture, Japan
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Yang CH, Kuo FC, Lee CH. Pathological humerus fracture due to anti-interferon-gamma autoantibodies: A case report. World J Orthop 2021; 12:938-944. [PMID: 34888154 PMCID: PMC8613685 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.938] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2021] [Revised: 08/06/2021] [Accepted: 09/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Various etiologies contribute to pathological fractures, including bone infections. Recently, non-tuberculosis Mycobacterium-related bone infections among patients with anti-interferon-gamma autoantibody-induced adult-onset immunodeficiency has raised concerns in Southeast Asia, with the common presentations including osteomyelitis. However, it also rarely manifests as traumatic fractures, as reported in this case.
CASE SUMMARY A diabetic female fractured her humerus after a traumatic accident and received fixation surgery. Abnormal necrotic bone tissue and abscess formation were noted, and she was diagnosed with a pathological fracture due to non-tuberculosis Mycobacterium infection. Multiple bone involvement was also revealed in a bone scan. Anti-interferon-gamma autoantibodies were then checked due to an unexplained immunocompromised status and found to be positive. Her humerus fracture and multiple bone infections healed after steroid and anti-non-tuberculosis Mycobacterium medication treatment following fixation surgery.
CONCLUSION Comprehensive preoperative evaluations may help identify pathological fractures and guide the treatment course.
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- Cheng Hsun Yang
- Division of Infection Disease, Department of Internal Medicine, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung 833, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung 833, Taiwan
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- Division of Infection Disease, Department Internal Medicine, Chang Gung University, College Medicine, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung Medicine Centre, Kaohsiung 833, Taiwan
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Evola FR, Di Fede GF, Bonanno S, Evola G, Cucuzza ME. Management of acute length-unstable Monteggia fractures in children: A case report. World J Orthop 2021; 12:954-960. [PMID: 34888156 PMCID: PMC8613677 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.954] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/05/2021] [Revised: 08/30/2021] [Accepted: 09/27/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Monteggia fractures are uncommon injuries in paediatric age. Treatment algorithms assert that length-unstable fractures are treated with plate fixation. In this case report, intramedullary fixation of an acute length-unstable Monteggia fracture allowed a stable reduction to be achieved, along with an appropriate ulnar length and alignment as well as radio capitellar reduction despite the fact that the orthopaedic surgeon did not use a plate for the ulnar fracture. The scope of treatment is to avoid the use of a plate that causes periosteal stripping and blood circulation disruption around the fracture.
CASE SUMMARY A four-year-old girl presented at the Emergency Department following an accidental fall off a chair onto the right forearm. The X-ray highlighted a length-unstable acute Bado type 1 Monteggia fracture of the right forearm. On the same day, the patient underwent surgical treatment of the Monteggia fracture. The surgeon preferred not to use a plate to avoid a delay in fracture healing and to allow the micromotion necessary for callus formation. The operation comprised percutaneous fixation with an elastic intramedullary K-wire of the ulnar fracture and, subsequently, humeroradial joint reduction through manual manipulation. The orthopaedic surgeon assessed the stability of the radial head reduction under fluoroscopic control through flexion, extension, pronation and supination of the forearm. Healing of the fracture occurred within six weeks after surgery, as indicated by the presence of calluses on at least three cortices on standard radiographs. Dislocation/subluxation or loss of ulnar reduction was not apparent at the final X-ray examination.
CONCLUSION Intramedullary fixation of unstable Monteggia fractures results in excellent outcomes, provides reliable reduction and causes fewer complications.
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- Francesco Roberto Evola
- Department of Surgery, Division of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, “Cannizzaro” Hospital, Catania 95100, Italy
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- Radiodiagnostics Department, Division of Radiology, “S. Marta and S. Venera” Hospital, Acireale 95024, Italy
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- Emergency Department, Division of First Aid, “Garibaldi” Hospital, catania 95124, Catania, Italy
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- General and Emergency Surgery Department, Division of Surgery, “Garibaldi” Hospital, Catania, Italy, Catania 95124, Italy
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- Maternity-Childhood Department, Division of Paediatrics, “Cannizzaro” Hospital, Catania 95124, Italy
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Crain N, Qiu CY, Moy S, Thomas S, Nguyen VT, Lee-Brown M, Laplace D, Naughton J, Morkos J, Desai V. Implementation science for the adductor canal block: A new and adaptable methodology process. World J Orthop 2021; 12:899-908. [PMID: 34888150 PMCID: PMC8613678 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.899] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2021] [Revised: 06/18/2021] [Accepted: 09/27/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Following the successful Perioperative Surgical Home (PSH) practice for total knee arthroplasty (TKA) at our institution, the need for continuous improvement was realized, including the deimplementation of antiquated PSH elements and introduction of new practices.
AIM To investigate the transition from femoral nerve blocks (FNB) to adductor canal nerve blocks (ACB) during TKA.
METHODS Our 13-month study from June 2016 to 2017 was divided into four periods: a three-month baseline (103 patients), a one-month pilot (47 patients), a three-month implementation and hardwiring period (100 patients), and a six-month evaluation period (185 patients). In total, 435 subjects were reviewed. Data within 30 postoperative days were extracted from electronic medical records, such as physical therapy results and administration of oral morphine equivalents (OME).
RESULTS Our institution reduced FNB application (64% to 3%) and increased ACB utilization (36% to 97%) at 10 mo. Patients in the ACB group were found to have increased ambulation on the day of surgery (4.1 vs 2.0 m) and lower incidence of falls (0 vs 1%) and buckling (5% vs 27%) compared with FNB patients (P < 0.05). While ACB patients (13.9) reported lower OME than FNB patients (15.9), the difference (P = 0.087) did not fall below our designated statistical threshold of P value < 0.05.
CONCLUSION By demonstrating closure of the “knowledge to action gap” within 6 mo, our institution’s findings demonstrate evidence in the value of implementation science. Physician education, technical support, and performance monitoring were deemed key facilitators of our program’s success. Expanded patient populations and additional orthopedic procedures are recommended for future study.
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- Nikhil Crain
- Bowman Gray Center for Medical Education, Wake Forest School of Medicine, Winston-Salem, NC 27103, United States
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- Perioperative Service and Anesthesiology, Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, Baldwin Park, CA 91706, United States
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Baldwin Park Medical Center, Southern California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group, Baldwin Park, CA 91706, United States
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Baldwin Park Medical Center, Southern California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group, Baldwin Park, CA 91706, United States
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Baldwin Park Medical Center, Southern California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group, Baldwin Park, CA 91706, United States
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Baldwin Park Medical Center, Southern California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group, Baldwin Park, CA 91706, United States
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Baldwin Park Medical Center, Southern California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group, Baldwin Park, CA 91706, United States
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Baldwin Park Medical Center, Southern California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group, Baldwin Park, CA 91706, United States
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- Johns Hopkins University, The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21205, United States
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Baldwin Park Medical Center, Southern California Kaiser Permanente Medical Group, Baldwin Park, CA 91706, United States
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Caus S, Reist H, Bernard C, Blankstein M, Nelms NJ. Reliability of a simple fluoroscopic image to assess leg length discrepancy during direct anterior approach total hip arthroplasty. World J Orthop 2021; 12:850-858. [PMID: 34888145 PMCID: PMC8613680 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.850] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2021] [Revised: 07/28/2021] [Accepted: 09/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Direct anterior approach (DAA) total hip arthroplasty (THA) in a supine position provides a unique opportunity to assess leg length discrepancy (LLD) intra-operatively with fluoroscopy. Reported fluoroscopic techniques are useful but are generally complicated or costly. Despite the use of multiple techniques for leg length assessment, LLD continues to be a major post-operative source of patient dissatisfaction further emphasizing the importance of near-anatomic restoration. The utility of an alternative direct measurement of LLD on an intra-operative fluoroscopic pelvic image during DAA THA has not been reported.
AIM To determine the reliability of a novel simple intra-operative measurement of LLD using a parallel line technique on a single fluoroscopic digital image of the pelvis.
METHODS One hundred and seventy-one patients who underwent DAA THA were included for analysis. Intra-operative fluoroscopic and post-operative anterior-posterior radiographs were imported to TraumaCad and calibrated for LLD measurement. LLD was measured on each image using the right-left hip differences in lesser trochanter to pelvic reference line distances. Pelvic reference points included the teardrops and ischia. Fluoroscopic LLD was compared to the gold-standard measurement of LLD measured on a post-operative radiograph.
RESULTS Mean absolute difference in teardrop referenced LLD between fluoroscopic and post-operative radiographs was 2.17 mm and based on the ischia mean absolute difference was 2.63 mm. Linear regression of fluoroscopic and post-operative radiograph LLD based on teardrop and ischia LLD found r2 values of 0.57 and 0.84, respectively. Mean absolute difference between fluoroscopic and post-operative x-ray LLD was within 5 mm in 95% of cases regardless of pelvic reference.
CONCLUSION This study demonstrates that a single fluoroscopic view obtained during DAA THA for leg length assessment is clinically useful.
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- Sandi Caus
- The Robert Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Unviversity of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405, United States
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- The Robert Larner College of Medicine, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Unviversity of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Unviversity of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405, United States
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Stoffel C, Eltz B, Salles MJ. Role of coatings and materials of external fixation pins on the rates of pin tract infection: A systematic review and meta-analysis. World J Orthop 2021; 12:920-930. [PMID: 34888152 PMCID: PMC8613683 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2021] [Revised: 08/06/2021] [Accepted: 10/14/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Infection at the pin tract is a frequent and feared complication of external fixators (EF). The type of pin material and coatings have been regarded as possibly influencing infection rates. Over the last 20 years, few prospective clinical studies and systematic reviews addressed the role of coated pins on the rate of pin site infection in human clinical studies.
AIM To assess the EF literature over the past 20 years on the clinical benefits of pins manufactured from varied materials and coating systems and their possible role in pin tract infection rates.
METHODS We performed a systematic review according to the PRISMA and PICOS guidelines using four scientific platforms: PubMed, LiLacs, SciELO, and Cochrane. We searched the literature for related publications over the past 20 years.
RESULTS A literature search yielded 29 articles, among which seven met the inclusion criteria. These studies compared stainless-steel pins and pins coated with hydroxyapatite (HA), titanium and silver. The pin tract infection definitions were arbitrary and not standardized among studies. Most studies included a low number of patients in the analysis and used a short follow-up time. Three meta-analyses were carried out, comparing stainless steel vs silver pins, stainless steel vs HA-coated pins, and titanium vs HA-coated pins. None of this analysis resulted in statistically significant differences in pin tract infection rates.
CONCLUSION Currently, no clinical evidence supports the advantage of EF pins manufactured with materials other than stainless steel or coated over uncoated pins in reducing the rates of pin tract infections. A standardized definition of pin tract infection in external fixation is still lacking.
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- Cristhopher Stoffel
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Instituto de Ortopedia e Traumatologia do Rio Grande do Sul, Passo Fundo 99010110, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital São Francisco, Concordia 89700-000, Santa Catarina, Brazil
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- Musculoskeletal Infection Group, Internal Medicine Department, Santa Casa de São Paulo School of Medical Sciences, São Paulo 01221-020, Brazil
- Musculoskeletal Infection Group, Division of Infectious Diseases, Escola Paulista de Medicina, Universidade Federal de São Paulo, São Paulo 01221-020, Brazil
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Kapur BP, Tonge X, Kumar G. Risk of methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus prosthetic joint infection in elective total hip and knee arthroplasty following eradication therapy. World J Orthop 2021; 12:842-849. [PMID: 34888144 PMCID: PMC8613691 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.842] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2021] [Revised: 08/08/2021] [Accepted: 09/29/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Prosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a devastating complication requiring prolonged treatment and multiple operations, leading to significant morbidity for the patient. Patients are routinely tested for methicillin-resistant staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) colonisation. MRSA positive patients are given eradication therapy. We hypothesise that patients who are MRSA positive pre-operatively, have increased risk of developing PJI.
AIM To identify deep wound infection (PJI) rates in patients who are colonised MRSA positive compared with those who are not colonised; and long term clinical and radiological outcomes.
METHODS All patients who underwent total hip and knee replacements (THR/TKR) between December 2009 and December 2019 were identified. Patients who were also identified as being MRSA positive at pre-operative assessment were then selected. Confirmation of prescribing eradication treatment was recorded. Patient records, including consultation letters, operation notes and microbiology results were reviewed retrospectively. Comparison of outcomes for each MRSA positive patient was made with 2 MRSA negative patients undergoing the same operation of a similar age by the same consultant.
RESULTS Screening identified 42 knee and 32 hip arthroplasty patients as MRSA positive, 84 MRSA negative knee and 64 hip patients were reviewed. Patients were matched with medical co-morbidities in each group. Mean follow up was 5 years. PJI was identified in 4/32 (12.5%) of THR MRSA positive and 3/42 (7%) of TKR patients. All patients had PJI within one year of surgery.
CONCLUSION MRSA positive patients are given eradication therapy routinely. However, no confirmation of eradication is sought. Patients who have MRSA colonisation pre-operatively, in our study had a significantly increased risk of PJI, when compared to negative patients. We would recommend establishing true eradication after treatment prior to arthroplasty.
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- Benjamin Pal Kapur
- Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal Liverpool University Teaching Hospitals, Liverpool L7 8XP, Merseyside, United Kingdom
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- Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal Liverpool University Teaching Hospitals, Liverpool L7 8XP, Merseyside, United Kingdom
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- Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal Liverpool University Teaching Hospitals, Liverpool L7 8XP, Merseyside, United Kingdom
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Pauwels’ femoral neck fracture classification is based on the biomechanical principle that shear stress and varus force increase along more vertically oriented fractures, resulting in higher risk of fracture displacement and ultimately nonunion. This principle continues to guide construct selection for femoral neck fracture internal fixation and is the foundation for treating non-union with valgus osteotomy. However, with poor inter- and intra-rater reliability, dated treatment recommendations, and unreliable prognostic value, the Pauwels classification cannot be directly applied in its entirety to the management of femoral neck fractures in modern practice.
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- Sumon Nandi
- Orthopaedic Surgery Department, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD 21201, United States
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Robinson J, Smidt KP, Houk G, McKie J, Barton RS, Massey P. Allergic dermatitis after knee arthroscopy with repeated exposure to Dermabond Prineo™ in pediatric patients: Two case reports. World J Orthop 2021; 12:931-937. [PMID: 34888153 PMCID: PMC8613688 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/30/2021] [Revised: 08/09/2021] [Accepted: 09/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Allergic contact dermatitis (ACD) secondary to Dermabond Prineo™ is rare, but documented. To our knowledge, there are no described reports of this ACD reaction within the pediatric population following arthroscopic surgery.
CASE SUMMARY We report two cases of pediatric ACD upon second exposure to Dermabond Prineo™ after knee arthroscopy. Both cases presented within two weeks of the inciting second exposure. The cases resolved with differing described combinations of sterile cleaning, diphenhydramine, and antibiotic administration. No long-term sequelae were found.
CONCLUSION This case report elucidates the rare complication of allergic dermatitis secondary to Dermabond Prineo™ repeat exposure use in pediatric arthroscopy.
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- James Robinson
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Louisiana State University, Shreveport, LA 71103, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Louisiana State University, Shreveport, LA 71103, United States
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- School of Medicine, Louisiana State University, Shreveport, LA 71103, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shriners Hospital for Children, Shreveport, LA 71103, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Louisiana State University, Shreveport, LA 71103, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Louisiana State University, Shreveport, LA 71103, United States
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Koumantakis GA, Oldham JA. Paraspinal strength and electromyographic fatigue in patients with sub-acute back pain and controls: Reliability, clinical applicability and between-group differences. World J Orthop 2021; 12:816-832. [PMID: 34888142 PMCID: PMC8613684 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.816] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/09/2021] [Revised: 06/27/2021] [Accepted: 09/30/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Paraspinal muscle strength and fatigue are considered important in low back pain (LBP) prevention and rehabilitation. High reliability of paraspinal strength and electromyographic (EMG)-fatigue parameters has not been universally reported. Moreover, the discriminative validity of these parameters requires further exploration, under the threat of potentially poor reliability of the methods examined.
AIM To investigate the reliability and discriminative validity of paraspinal strength and EMG-related fatigue in subjects with recurrent LBP and healthy participants.
METHODS Test-retest measurements were performed in 26 healthy and 66 LBP volunteers, for reliability. Paraspinal isometric maximal and mean strength were determined with a maximum voluntary isometric contraction (MVIC) protocol, performed in a custom-made device. For the fatigue test, participants performed a 60% MIVC level continuous isometric contraction of the paraspinals, in conjunction with EMG analysis from 4 muscle sites of the lumbar spine. Initial median frequency (IMF), the median frequency slope (MFslope), as well as the root mean square (RMS) slope EMG parameters were used as fatigue measures. Data were analysed with repeated measures ANOVA for test-retest differences. For reliability, the intraclass correlation coefficient (ICC3,1), standard error of the measurement (SEM) and the smallest detectable difference (SDD) were reported. Group-related differences for fatigue measures were analysed with a Multivariate Analysis of Covariance, with age, weight and strength as covariates.
RESULTS Isometric strength presented statistically significant between-day differences (P < 0.01), however these did not exceed 10% (healthy: 7.2%/LBP-patients: 9.7%) and ICC reliability values were excellent, yet test-retest error was increased for the patient group (healthy: ICC3,1: 0.92-0.96, SEM: 5.72-5.94 Hz, SDD: 18.51%-18.57%/LBP-patients: ICC3,1: 0.91-0.96, SEM: 6.49-6.96, SDD: 30.75%-31.61%). For the frequency data, IMF reliability was excellent (healthy: ICC3,1: 0.91-0.94, SEM: 3.45-7.27 Hz, SDD: 9.56%-20.14%/patients: ICC3,1: 0.90-0.94, SEM: 6.41-7.59 Hz, SDD: 17.75%-21.02%) and of MF raw and normalised slopes was good (healthy: ICC3,1: 0.78-0.82, SEM: 4.93-6.02 Hz, SDD: 13.66-16.67%/LBP-patients: ICC3,1: 0.83-0.85, SEM: 6.75-7.47 Hz, SDD: 18.69%-20.69%). However, the reliability for RMS data presented unacceptably high SDD values and were not considered further. For discriminative validity, less MVIC and less steep MFslopes were registered for the patient group (P < 0.01).
CONCLUSION Reliability and discriminative ability of paraspinal strength and EMG-related frequency parameters were demonstrated in healthy participants and patients with LBP.
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- George A Koumantakis
- Laboratory of Advanced Physiotherapy (LAdPhys), Physiotherapy Department, University of West Attica (UNIWA), Athens 12243, Attiki, Greece
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- Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health, The University of Manchester, Manchester M1 7DN, Lancs, United Kingdom
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Macheras G, Stasi S, Sarantis M, Triantafyllou A, Tzefronis D, Papadakis SA. Direct anterior approach vs Hardinge in obese and nonobese osteoarthritic patients: A randomized controlled trial. World J Orthop 2021; 12:877-890. [PMID: 34888148 PMCID: PMC8613681 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.877] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2021] [Revised: 06/27/2021] [Accepted: 09/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The increased prevalence of obesity has resulted in orthopedic surgeons being likely to face many patients with a high body mass index (BMI) who warrant total hip arthroplasties (THAs) over the coming years. Studies' findings considered the postoperative clinical, and functional outcomes in these patients are controversial, and selecting the most appropriate surgical approach remains debatable.
AIM To compare pain-levels, functionality, and quality-of-life in obese and nonobese osteoarthritic patients who have undergone primary total hip arthroplasty through either direct-anterior-approach (DAA) or Hardinge-approach.
METHODS One hundred and twenty participants (> 50 years) were divided into four groups according to the surgical approach (DAA or Hardinge) and patients' BMI (nonobese < 30 kg/m2 vs obese ≥ 30 kg/m2). Outcomes were measured preoperatively and postoperatively (6th and 12th week). Pain was measured with Face Pain Scale-Revised (FPS-R). Functionality was measured with Timed Up & Go (TUG) test and Modified Harris Hip Score-Greek version (MHHS-Gr). Quality-of-life was evaluated with the 12-item-International Hip Outcome Tool-Greek version (iHOT12-Gr) (Clinical Trial Identifier: ISRCTN15066737).
RESULTS DAA vs Hardinge: (week 6) DAA-patients showed 12.2% less pain, more functionality (14.8% shorter TUG-performance time, 21.5% higher MHHS-Gr), and 38.16% better quality-of-life (iHOT12-Gr) compared to Hardinge-patients (all P values < 0.001). These differences were further increased on week 12 (all P values ≤ 0.05)]. DAA-obese vs Hardinge–obese: (week 6) DAA-obese patients had less pain, shorter TUG-performance time, better MHHS-Gr and iHOT12-Gr scores than Hardinge-obese (all P values < 0.01). (Week 12) Only the TUG-performance time of DAA-obese was significantly shortened (22.57%, P < 0.001). DAA-nonobese vs DAA-obese: no statistically significant differences were observed comparing the 6th and 12th weeks' outcomes.
CONCLUSION DAA-groups reported less pain, more functionality and better quality-of-life, compared to the Hardinge-groups. The DAA benefited obese and nonobese patients, similarly yet faster, suggesting that it should be the more preferred choice for obese patients, instead of Hardinge. However, more comparative studies with more extended follow-up periods are needed to confirm our results and better evaluate all patients' long-term outcomes.
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- George Macheras
- 4th Orthopaedic Department, “KAT” General Hospital of Attica, Athens 14561, Kifissia, Greece
- Laboratory of Neuromuscular and Cardiovascular Study of Motion (LANECASM), Physiotherapy Department, University of West Attica, Athens 12243, Egaleo, Greece
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- Laboratory of Neuromuscular and Cardiovascular Study of Motion (LANECASM), Physiotherapy Department, University of West Attica, Athens 12243, Egaleo, Greece
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- 4th Orthopaedic Department, “KAT” General Hospital of Attica, Athens 14561, Kifissia, Greece
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- Laboratory of Neuromuscular and Cardiovascular Study of Motion (LANECASM), Physiotherapy Department, University of West Attica, Athens 12243, Egaleo, Greece
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- 4th Orthopaedic Department, “KAT” General Hospital of Attica, Athens 14561, Kifissia, Greece
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- 2nd Orthopaedic Department, “KAT” General Hospital of Attica, Athens 14561, Kifissia, Greece
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Hafez M, Nicolaou N, Offiah AC, Giles S, Madan S, Fernandes JA. Femoral lengthening in young patients: An evidence-based comparison between motorized lengthening nails and external fixation. World J Orthop 2021; 12:909-919. [PMID: 34888151 PMCID: PMC8613692 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.909] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/08/2021] [Revised: 08/07/2021] [Accepted: 10/11/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Femoral lengthening is a procedure of great importance in the treatment of congenital and acquired limb deficiencies. Technological advances have led to the latest designs of fully implantable motorized intramedullary lengthening nails. The use of these nails has increased over the last few years.
AIM To review and critically appraise the literature comparing the outcome of femoral lengthening in children using intramedullary motorized lengthening nails to external fixation.
METHODS Electronic databases (MEDLINE, CINAHL, EMBASE, Cochrane) were systematically searched in November 2019 for studies comparing the outcome of femoral lengthening in children using magnetic lengthening nails and external fixation. The outcomes included amount of gained length, healing index, complications and patient reported outcomes.
RESULTS Of the 452 identified studies, only two (retrospective and non-randomized) met the inclusion criteria. A total of 91 femora were included. In both studies, the age of patients treated with nails ranged from 15 to 21 years compared to 9 to 15 years for patients in the external fixation group. Both devices achieved the target length. Prevalence of adverse events was less in the nail (60%-73%) than in the external fixation (81%-100%) group. None of the studies presented patient reported outcomes.
CONCLUSION The clinical effectiveness of motorized nails is equivalent or superior to external fixation for femoral lengthening in young patients. The available literature is limited and does not provide evidence on patient quality of life or cost effectiveness of the interventions.
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- Mohamed Hafez
- Department of Oncology and Metabolism, Sheffield University, Sheffield S10 2TN, United Kingdom
- Department of Paedaiatric Limb Reconstruction, Sheffield Children Hospital, Sheffield S10 2TH, United Kingdom
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- Department of Paedaiatric Limb Reconstruction, Sheffield Children Hospital, Sheffield S10 2TH, United Kingdom
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- Department of Radiology, Sheffield Children Hospital, Sheffield S10 2TH, United Kingdom
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- Department of Paedaiatric Limb Reconstruction, Sheffield Children Hospital, Sheffield S10 2TH, United Kingdom
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- Department of Paedaiatric Limb Reconstruction, Sheffield Children Hospital, Sheffield S10 2TH, United Kingdom
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- Department of Paedaiatric Limb Reconstruction, Sheffield Children Hospital, Sheffield S10 2TH, United Kingdom
- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Sheffield Children Hospital, Sheffield S10 2Th, United Kingdom
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Turhan AU, Açıl S, Gül O, Öner K, Okutan AE, Ayas MS. Treatment of knee osteochondritis dissecans with autologous tendon transplantation: Clinical and radiological results. World J Orthop 2021; 12:867-876. [PMID: 34888147 PMCID: PMC8613687 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.867] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2021] [Revised: 07/28/2021] [Accepted: 09/17/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Defect treatment with tendon autograft in osteochondral lesions has been published in the literature with an experimental study in dogs. To demonstrate that it is possible to treat knee osteochondral lesions with the technique of autologous tendon transplantation.
AIM To evaluate the clinical and radiological results of patients with knee osteochondral lesions who were treated with autologous tendon transplantation.
METHODS Twenty patients (22 knees) with osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesions involving the knee were treated with autologous tendon transplantation between 2005-2018. All lesions were International Cartilage Repair Society grade IV. All patients were evaluated clinically at final follow-up with knee injury and osteoarthritis outcome score (KOOS); and radiologically with magnetic resonance observation and cartilage repair tissue (MOCART) and Kellgren-Lawrence (KL) classification.
RESULTS A total of 20 patients (22 knees) with a mean age of 25.5± 6.8 years were included. The average defect size was 4.2 ± 2.1 cm2, and the average defect depth was 0.9 ± 0.4 cm. Total KOOS score was preoperatively 29.4 ± 5.5 and was later found to be 81.5 ± 5.9 after an average of 68.7 ± 37.7 mo follow-up. The mean MOCART score was 56.2 ± 10.7. Preoperatively, all of the patients had KL grades of 0–1; during the follow-up period, 80% of the patients showed no radiological progress of osteoarthritis. Patients with less than 4 cm2 lesion had statistically significantly better overall KOOS than patients whose more than 4 cm2 lesion, particularly in sport and quality of life subscales.
CONCLUSION The autologous tendon transplantation is a single-step, safe, simple, cost-effective method for the treatment of knee OCD with satisfactory clinical and radiological outcomes, particularly in patients with less than 4 cm2 lesion.
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- Ahmet Uğur Turhan
- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine, Trabzon 61080, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Tirebolu State Hospital, Giresun 28100, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Medical Park Trabzon Hospital, Trabzon 61080, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Karadeniz Technical University Faculty of Medicine, Trabzon 61080, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Samsun Training and Research Hospital, Samsun 55100, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Erzurum Regional Training and Research Hospital, Erzurum 25070, Turkey
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Alzahrani MM, Alqahtani SM, Pichora D, Bicknell R. Work-related musculoskeletal injuries among upper extremity surgeons: A web-based survey. World J Orthop 2021; 12:891-898. [PMID: 34888149 PMCID: PMC8613686 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i11.891] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2021] [Revised: 07/28/2021] [Accepted: 09/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
BACKGROUND Work-related injuries have gained recent attention, especially in the orthopaedic literature. As upper extremity orthopaedic surgical tasks require repetitive and constant maneuvers, these surgeons can be at increased risk of acquiring work-related musculoskeletal (MSK) disorders during their years in practice.
AIM To assess the prevalence, characteristics and impact of MSK disorders among upper extremity orthopaedic surgeons.
METHODS A modified version of the physical discomfort survey was sent to surgeons who were members of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons and the Canadian shoulder and elbow society via e-mail. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, one-way analysis of variance, and Fisher's exact test. P values of < 0.05 were considered statistically significant.
RESULTS Of the 142 respondents, 90.8% were males and the majority were younger than 55 years old (65.5%). A work-related MSK injury was reported by 89.4% of respondents, of which the most common diagnoses were low back pain (26.1%) and lateral elbow epicondylitis (18.3%). Among those that reported an injury, 82.7% required treatment and 26% required time off work as a direct result of their injury. The need to undergo treatment due to the injury was associated with increased number of injuries (P < 0.01). Moreover, surgeons were more likely to require time off work when they had been in practice for > 21 years (P < 0.05).
CONCLUSION A high proportion of surgeons in our survey reported MSK injuries, with more than one quarter of surgeons reported requiring time off work due to an MSK injury. The high incidence of these disorders may place a financial and psychological burden on surgeons and affect their ability to provide patient care. Awareness of operative ergonomics, irrespective of surgical specialty may help to decrease or possibly prevent the occurrence of these disorders.
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- Mohammad M Alzahrani
- Department of Orthopaedics, Imam Adulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, KSA 34212, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Imam Adulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, KSA 34212, Saudi Arabia
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Queens University, Kingston K7L 3N6, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Queens University, Kingston K7L 3N6, Canada
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