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Ku S, Zhuang T, Shapiro LM, Richard MJ, Ruch DS, Kamal RN. Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Early versus Late Debridement of Superficial Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Tears. J Hand Microsurg 2024; 16:100009. [PMID: 38854387 PMCID: PMC11127526 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1757179] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Background While initial nonoperative management is the conventional approach for superficial triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) tears, a substantial portion of these cases go on to require surgery, and the optimal duration of nonoperative treatment is unknown. In this study, we evaluate the cost-effectiveness of early versus late arthroscopic debridement for the treatment of superficial TFCC tears without distal radioulnar joint (DRUJ) instability. Methods We created a decision tree to compare the following strategies from a healthcare payer perspective: immediate arthroscopic debridement versus immobilization for 4 or 6 weeks with late debridement as needed. Costs were obtained from the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services and a national administrative claims database. Probabilities and health-related quality-of-life measures were obtained from published sources. We conducted sensitivity analyses on model inputs, including a probabilistic sensitivity analysis consisting of 10,000 Monte Carlo simulations. Results Immobilization for 6 weeks while reserving arthroscopic debridement for refractory cases was both the least costly and most effective strategy. Immediate arthroscopic debridement became cost-effective when success rates of immobilization for 4 or 6 weeks were less than 7.7 or 10.5%, respectively. Our probabilistic sensitivity analysis showed that immobilization for 6 weeks was preferred 97.6% of the time, and immobilization for 4 weeks was preferred 2.4% of the time. Conclusion Although various early and late debridement strategies can be used to treat superficial TFCC tears without DRUJ instability, immobilization for 6 weeks while reserving arthroscopic debridement for refractory cases is the optimal strategy from a cost-effectiveness standpoint.
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- Seul Ku
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University, VOICES Health Policy Research Center, Redwood City, California, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University, VOICES Health Policy Research Center, Redwood City, California, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University, VOICES Health Policy Research Center, Redwood City, California, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stanford University, VOICES Health Policy Research Center, Redwood City, California, United States
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Räisänen MP, Leppänen OV, Soikkeli J, Reito A, Malmivaara A, Buchbinder R, Kautiainen H, Kaivorinne A, Stjernberg-Salmela S, Lappalainen M, Luokkala T, Pönkkö A, Taskinen HS, Pääkkönen M, Jaatinen K, Juurakko J, Karjalainen VL, Karjalainen T. Surgery, Needle Fasciotomy, or Collagenase Injection for Dupuytren Contracture : A Randomized Controlled Trial. Ann Intern Med 2024; 177:280-290. [PMID: 38346307 DOI: 10.7326/m23-1485] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/20/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Surgery, needle fasciotomy, and collagenase injection are used to treat Dupuytren contracture. The treatment decision requires balancing initial morbidity and costs of surgery against its potential long-term benefits over needle fasciotomy and collagenase. OBJECTIVE To compare the effectiveness of surgery, needle fasciotomy, and collagenase injection at 3 months and 2 years (secondary time points of the trial). DESIGN A multicenter, randomized, outcome assessor-blinded, superiority trial. (ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT03192020). SETTING 6 public hospitals in Finland. PARTICIPANTS 302 persons with treatment-naive Dupuytren contracture (contracture angle <135°). INTERVENTION Surgery (n = 101), needle fasciotomy (n = 101), or collagenase (n = 100). MEASUREMENTS The primary outcome was the success rate, defined as greater than 50% contracture release and patients reaching the patient acceptable symptom state. Secondary outcomes included hand function, pain, quality of life, patient satisfaction, residual contracture angle, finger flexion, risk for retreatment, and serious adverse events. RESULTS A total of 292 (97%) and 284 (94%) participants completed the 3-month and 2-year follow-ups. Success rates were similar at 3 months: 71% (95% CI, 62% to 80%) for surgery, 73% (CI, 64% to 82%) for needle fasciotomy, and 73% (CI, 64% to 82%) for collagenase. At 2 years, surgery had superior success rates compared with both needle fasciotomy (78% vs. 50%; adjusted risk difference [aRD], 0.30 [CI, 0.17 to 0.43]) and collagenase (78% vs. 65%; aRD, 0.13 [CI, 0.01 to 0.26]). Secondary analyses paralleled with the primary analysis. LIMITATION Participants were not blinded. CONCLUSION Initial outcomes are similar between the treatments, but at 2 years success rates were maintained in the surgery group but were lower with both needle fasciotomy and collagenase despite retreatments. PRIMARY FUNDING SOURCE Research Council of Finland.
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- Mikko Petteri Räisänen
- Department of Orthopedics, Traumatology and Hand Surgery, Kuopio University Hospital, Kuopio, and Tampere University, Tampere, Finland (M.P.R.)
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- Department of Hand and Microsurgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland (O.V.L., A.K.)
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- Department of Hand Surgery and Orthopedics, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland (J.S., A.P.)
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- Department of Orthopedics, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland (A.R.)
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- Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare and Orton Orthopedic Hospital, Helsinki, Finland (A.M.)
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- Musculoskeletal Health and Wiser Health Care Units, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia (R.B.)
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- Department of Hand and Microsurgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland (O.V.L., A.K.)
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- Department of Musculoskeletal and Plastic Surgery, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland (S.S.)
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- Department of Surgery, Wellbeing Services County of Central Finland/Hospital Nova of Central Finland, Jyväskylä, Finland (T.L., K.J., J.J.)
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- Department of Hand Surgery and Orthopedics, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland (J.S., A.P.)
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- Department of Orthopedic and Traumatology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland (H.-S.T., M.P.)
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- Department of Orthopedic and Traumatology, Turku University Hospital, Turku, Finland (H.-S.T., M.P.)
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- Department of Surgery, Wellbeing Services County of Central Finland/Hospital Nova of Central Finland, Jyväskylä, Finland (T.L., K.J., J.J.)
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- Department of Surgery, Wellbeing Services County of Central Finland/Hospital Nova of Central Finland, Jyväskylä, Finland (T.L., K.J., J.J.)
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- Department of Hand Surgery and Microsurgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland, and Musculoskeletal Health and Wiser Health Care Units, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia (T.K.)
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Liechti R, Merky DN, Sutter D, Ipaktchi R, Vögelin E. Collagenase clostridium histolyticum injection versus limited fasciectomy for the treatment of Dupuytren's disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of comparative studies. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2024; 144:527-536. [PMID: 37665353 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-023-05004-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/25/2023] [Accepted: 07/20/2023] [Indexed: 09/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The aim of the present study is to systematically review the literature on well-selected comparative studies for meta-analysis on outcome differences between collagenase clostridium histolyticum (CCH) injection and limited fasciectomy (LF) for Dupuytren's disease. MATERIALS AND METHODS PubMed/Medline, Embase, and the Cochrane Library were searched for comparative studies assessing differences in outcomes of CCH and LF. Effect estimates were pooled across studies using random effects models and presented as weighted mean difference (MD) and odds ratio (OR) with corresponding 95% confidence interval (CI). RESULTS A total of 11 studies encompassing 1'051 patients was included (619 patients in the CCH and 432 in the LF group). The residual contracture at a minimal average follow-up of three months was higher in the CCH group than in the LF group (27.8 vs. 16.2°, MD 11.6°, 95% CI [8.7, 14.5°], p < 0.001). The recurrence rate was significantly higher in the CCH group (25.8 vs. 9.3%, OR 5.2, 95% CI [1.5, 18.8], p = 0.01) while the rate of severe complications was significantly higher in the LF group (0.3 vs. 7.3%, OR 0.12, 95% CI [0.03, 0.42], p = 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Evidence of the present study confirms that CCH injection has a higher rate of disease recurrence whereas LF carries a higher risk for severe complications. It's imperative that the trade-off between these aspects is considered, keeping in mind that CCH injections may be repeated in case of disease recurrence without increasing procedure related risks, especially in complex cases.
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- Rémy Liechti
- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland.
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- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Plastic and Hand Surgery, Inselspital, University Hospital of Bern, Freiburgstrasse 18, 3010, Bern, Switzerland
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Zhang D, Earp BE, Blazar P. Collagenase Treatment Versus Needle Fasciotomy for Single-Digit Dupuytren Contractures: A Meta-Analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials. J Hand Surg Am 2023; 48:1200-1209. [PMID: 37725027 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2023.08.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/27/2023] [Revised: 08/09/2023] [Accepted: 08/23/2023] [Indexed: 09/21/2023]
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PURPOSE The objective of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to synthesize the available randomized controlled trial data comparing needle fasciotomy and collagenase treatment for single-digit Dupuytren contractures with a minimum of 3-year follow-up and determine whether one treatment is superior regarding contracture correction and functional outcomes. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted by searching four databases for randomized controlled trials investigating the single-digit treatment outcomes for Dupuytren contracture comparing collagenase treatment and needle fasciotomy with a minimum of 3-year follow-up. The risk of bias of included studies was assessed using the Cochrane risk-of-bias tool. A meta-analysis was performed using a random effects model in anticipation of unobserved heterogeneity. The primary outcome measure was contracture recurrence. Secondary outcome measures included final fixed flexion contracture (FFC), Quick Disabilities of Arm, Shoulder and Hand (QuickDASH) scores, and Unité Rhumatologique des Affections de la Main (URAM) scores. RESULTS After screening 264 articles, 4 randomized clinical trials were eligible for final inclusion. One trial had a high risk of bias, and two trials had some concern for bias. The final meta-analysis included 347 patients, 169 who underwent collagenase treatment and 178 who underwent needle fasciotomy. No significant differences were noted between the groups in contracture recurrence, FFC, and URAM scores. The pooled data showed a higher QuickDASH score in the collagenase treatment group compared with the needle fasciotomy group, but the observed difference was less than what would be expected to be clinically relevant. CONCLUSIONS Needle fasciotomy and collagenase treatment have similar outcomes with regards to contracture recurrence, final FFC, QuickDASH scores, and URAM scores for the single-digit treatment for Dupuytren contracture at a minimum of 3-year follow-up. Relevant factors that may be considered during the shared decision-making process for treatment selection include surgeon and patient preferences, costs of treatment, and the disparate complication profiles of these two treatments. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic II.
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- Dafang Zhang
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA; Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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Cichocki MN, Chung WT, Kane RL, Chung KC. Dupuytren contracture: using qualitative data to inform a conceptual framework for shared decision-making. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 2023; 48:123-130. [PMID: 36329565 DOI: 10.1177/17531934221133992] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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Multiple treatment options are available to patients with Dupuytren contracture, making shared decision-making complex. Our rigorous qualitative analysis sought to understand patient perceptions of shared decision-making in Dupuytren contracture treatment and create a conceptual framework to optimize patient-physician communication. We interviewed 30 patients with Dupuytren contracture to learn about their experience with treatment selection. The following themes were integral to shared decision-making for Dupuytren contracture treatment: discussing disease progression and treatment initiation, presenting all available treatment options, assessing patients' pre-existing biases towards treatment, patient values and preferences for treatment trade-offs, treatment risks and benefits, physician recommendation and active patient participation. This model can optimize communication about treatment options and expectations for relevant outcomes including, recovery time, contracture recurrence, complications, and treatment-related expenses.Level of evidence: V.
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- Section of Plastic Surgery, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Section of Plastic Surgery, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Section of Plastic Surgery, Michigan Medicine, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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Arnold DMJ, Lans J, Westenberg R, Lunn K, Blazar P, Chen NC. Additional Treatment after Collagenase Injections and Needle Fasciotomy for Dupuytren’s Disease: A Retrospective Cohort Study. J Hand Microsurg 2022; 14:138-146. [DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1713947] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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Introduction The aim of this study was to assess the rate of additional treatment after collagenase injection and needle fasciotomy, and what factors are associated with additional procedures for recurrence.
Materials and Methods We retrospectively identified 201 adult patients who underwent collagenase injection and 19 patients who underwent needle fasciotomy for Dupuytren’s disease from 2012 to 2014. Outcomes included additional treatment of the same ray for either recurrence or persistence of contracture. To evaluate associated factors, we performed a bivariate analysis.
Results Additional treatment after collagenase injection for recurrence was performed in 24% of fingers at a median of 23 months (interquartile range [IQR]: 10.8–36.1) and was associated with bilateral disease (p = 0.008). Additional treatment for persistence was performed in 5.6% at a median of 1.9 months (IQR: 1.1–3.2). Additional treatment for recurrence after needle fasciotomy was performed in 13% of fingers at a median of 28.2 months (IQR: 27.5–28.2) and 4.2% for persistence at 1.1 months. Fingers treated with needle fasciotomy were more likely to undergo secondary open fasciectomy (13% vs. 5.1%, p = 0.022).
Conclusion Additional treatment after collagenase injections was performed in 29% of fingers, mostly another collagenase injection, and was associated with bilateral disease. After needle fasciotomy, 17% of patients underwent additional treatment, primarily open partial fasciectomy.
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- Denise M. J. Arnold
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand & Arm Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand & Arm Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand & Arm Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand & Arm Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand & Arm Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand & Arm Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, United States
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Zhang D, Blazar P, Benavent KA, Earp BE. Patient Preferences for Limited Fasciectomy Versus Collagenase Treatment for Dupuytren Contracture. J Hand Surg Asian Pac Vol 2022; 27:242-247. [PMID: 35404200 DOI: 10.1142/s242483552250031x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Background: The primary objective of this study was to assess patient preferences for collagenase Clostridium histolyticum (CCH) treatment versus limited surgical fasciectomy in a cohort that has undergone both treatments for Dupuytren contracture. Methods: We retrospectively identified 68 patients who have undergone both limited surgical fasciectomy and CCH treatment for digital flexion contractures from Dupuytren disease. Patients were contacted by telephone and asked whether they preferred surgery or CCH treatment for their Dupuytren contracture. Multivariable logistic regression was used to determine factors associated with preference for surgery versus CCH treatment. Results: Of the 68 patients who were treated with both CCH and surgery, 37 patients (54.4%) preferred CCH treatment over surgery, 26 (38.2%) preferred surgery over CCH treatment, and 5 (7.4%) were unable to decide. Patients expressed common themes of the perceived ease of recovery following CCH treatment versus the perceived durability of contracture correction with surgery. Preference for surgical fasciectomy over CCH treatment was associated with lower American Society of Anesthesiologists Physical Status Classification (ASA) [odds ratio (OR): 0.32, 95% confidence interval (CI): 0.14-0.75]. The order of treatment was also associated with the treatment preference; treatment with surgery after CCH compared to treatment with CCH after surgery was associated with a preference for surgery (OR: 6.51, 95% CI: 2.15-19.7). Conclusions: In a cohort of patients who have undergone both treatments, patients were divided in their preferences, with a slight majority preferring CCH treatment over surgery. Treatment recommendations should be individualised to each patient's long-term goals and expectations. Level of Evidence: Level III (Therapeutic).
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- Dafang Zhang
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.,Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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Methodologic and Reporting Quality of Economic Evaluations in Hand and Wrist Surgery: A Systematic Review. Plast Reconstr Surg 2022; 149:453e-464e. [PMID: 35196683 DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000008845] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Economic evaluations can inform decision-making; however, previous publications have identified poor quality of economic evaluations in surgical specialties. METHODS Study periods were from January 1, 2006, to April 20, 2020 (methodologic quality) and January 1, 2014, to April 20, 2020 (reporting quality). Primary outcomes were methodologic quality [Guidelines for Authors and Peer Reviewers of Economic Submissions to The BMJ (Drummond's checklist), 33 points; Quality of Health Economic Studies (QHES), 100 points; Consensus on Health Economic Criteria (CHEC), 19 points] and reporting quality (Consolidated Health Economic Evaluation Standards (CHEERS) statement, 24 points). RESULTS Forty-seven hand economic evaluations were included. Partial economic analyses (i.e., cost analysis) were the most common (n = 34; 72 percent). Average scores of full economic evaluations (i.e., cost-utility analysis and cost-effectiveness analysis) were: Drummond's checklist, 27.08 of 33 (82.05 percent); QHES, 79.76 of 100 (79.76 percent); CHEC, 15.54 of 19 (81.78 percent); and CHEERS, 20.25 of 24 (84.38 percent). Cost utility analyses had the highest methodologic and reporting quality scores: Drummond's checklist, 28.89 of 35 (82.54 percent); QHES, 86.56 of 100 (86.56 percent); CHEC, 16.78 of 19 (88.30 percent); and CHEERS, 20.8 of 24 (86.67 percent). The association (multiple R) between CHEC and CHEERS was strongest: CHEC, 0.953; Drummond's checklist, 0.907; and QHES, 0.909. CONCLUSIONS Partial economic evaluations in hand surgery are prevalent but not very useful. The Consensus on Health Economic Criteria and Consolidated Health Economic Evaluation Standards should be used in tandem when undertaking and evaluating economic evaluation in hand surgery.
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Byström M, Ibsen Sörensen A, Samuelsson K, Fridén JO, Strömberg J. Five-Year Results of a Randomized, Controlled Trial of Collagenase Treatment Compared With Needle Fasciotomy for Dupuytren Contracture. J Hand Surg Am 2022; 47:211-217. [PMID: 35074248 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2021.11.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2020] [Revised: 09/16/2021] [Accepted: 11/10/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE Over the past decade, collagenase treatment and needle fasciotomy (NF) have gained widespread popularity in the treatment of Dupuytren contracture. This prospective study was designed to compare the results of these treatments in terms of clinical and patient-reported outcomes. METHODS A prospective, randomized, controlled trial included patients with a contracture of 20° or more in a single metacarpophalangeal joint. Patients were allocated to treatment with either NF or collagenase Clostridium histolyticum. The primary outcome was a reduction in the metacarpophalangeal joint contracture to less than 5°. Secondary outcomes included recurrence, the presence of Dupuytren cords, and changes in patient-reported outcomes. The participants were examined 5 years after the intervention. RESULTS The study cohort comprised 156 patients divided into 2 equally sized groups. After 5 years, data were collected from 143 (92 %) of the initially enrolled participants. The mean time for the clinical follow-up was 5.1 years. In the remaining cohort without a second procedure, 51% (23 patients) in the collagenase Clostridium histolyticum group and 47% (27 patients) in the NF group still had extension deficits of less than 5°. Among the participants with a successful initial procedure, the recurrence rate was 56% (36 patients) in the collagenase Clostridium histolyticum group and 45% (30 patients) in the NF group. There were no differences between the 2 treatments in regard to passive joint extension, reduction of contracture, range of motion, or patient-reported outcomes. CONCLUSIONS The 5-year outcomes for NF are similar to those for collagenase in terms of sustained correction, recurrence, presence of Dupuytren cords, and patient-reported outcomes for the treatment of metacarpophalangeal joint contractures. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic I.
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- Martin Byström
- Department of Hand Surgery, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Göteborg, Sweden; Department of Orthopaedics, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden; Department of Orthopaedics, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Göteborg, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden; Swiss Paraplegic Centre, Nottwil, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden; Department of Surgery and Orthopaedics, Alingsås Hospital, Alingsås, Sweden
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Drinane JJ, Gemoets D, Hoftiezer YAJ, Hoehn J, Eberlin KR. Initial Treatment Choice Affects Cost-Effectiveness and Reintervention Rates for Dupuytren Contracture: A National Census Among Veterans Affairs Patients. Hand (N Y) 2022:15589447211072251. [PMID: 35094589 DOI: 10.1177/15589447211072251] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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BACKGROUND A multitude of treatments for Dupuytren contracture are available, including both invasive and minimally invasive options. This study compares the reintervention rates and costs associated with various treatment options for Dupuytren disease (DD) within the Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Administration. METHODS Using the Corporate Data Warehouse, a national census was performed including all patients treated for DD in years 2014 to 2020 within the VA health care system. Patients treated with collagenase clostridium histolyticum (CCH), percutaneous needle aponeurotomy (PNA), open fasciotomy, palmar fasciectomy, single finger fasciectomy, and multifinger fasciectomy were compared. The total cost of initial treatment was compared between modalities. The 5-year reintervention rates were compared using a Kaplan-Meier analysis. RESULTS During the study period, 8530 patients were treated for DD (3501 fasciectomy, 3351 CCH, 880 PNA, 798 fasciotomy). The overall median treatment cost was found to be the least for PNA (P < .0001). The 5-year reintervention rates were significantly lower for single finger fasciectomy (6.5%), operative fasciotomy (8.2%), and palmar fasciectomy (9%) when compared with PNA (12.3%), multifinger fasciectomy (13.1%), and CCH (14.4%) (P < .001). However, reintervention rates were comparable between patients treated with PNA, multifinger fasciectomy, and CCH (P > .05). CONCLUSIONS Within the VA population, PNA is the most affordable procedure per treatment episode and is associated with reintervention rates that are comparable to those of CCH. Multifinger fasciectomy, CCH, and PNA had comparable reintervention rates. The differences in reintervention rates may partially be explained by patients' willingness to consider additional treatment to correct any remaining or recurrent deformity.
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- Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA
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Eftimie G, Eftimie R. Quantitative predictive approaches for Dupuytren disease: a brief review and future perspectives. MATHEMATICAL BIOSCIENCES AND ENGINEERING : MBE 2022; 19:2876-2895. [PMID: 35240811 DOI: 10.3934/mbe.2022132] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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In this study we review the current state of the art for Dupuytren's disease (DD), while emphasising the need for a better integration of clinical, experimental and quantitative predictive approaches to understand the evolution of the disease and improve current treatments. We start with a brief review of the biology of this disease and current treatment approaches. Then, since certain aspects in the pathogenesis of this disorder have been compared to various biological aspects of wound healing and malignant processes, next we review some in silico (mathematical modelling and simulations) predictive approaches for complex multi-scale biological interactions occurring in wound healing and cancer. We also review the very few in silico approaches for DD, and emphasise the applicability of these approaches to address more biological questions related to this disease. We conclude by proposing new mathematical modelling and computational approaches for DD, which could be used in the absence of animal models to make qualitative and quantitative predictions about the evolution of this disease that could be further tested in vitro.
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- Laboratoire Mathématiques de Besançon, UMR - CNRS 6623 Université de Bourgogne Franche-Comté, Besançon 25000, France
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Sahemey RS, Dhillon GS, Sagoo KS, Srinivas K. Cost-Effectiveness and Patient Outcomes of Injectable Collagenase to Treat Dupuytren’s Contracture. Cureus 2021; 13:e20530. [PMID: 35070563 PMCID: PMC8767524 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.20530] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Introduction Dupuytren’s contracture is a disabling and progressive flexion contracture of the hand that is often treated by a surgical release. Collagenase clostridium histolyticum injection (CCH-I) was introduced to the UK in 2011 as an alternative and less invasive treatment for contracture. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the cost-effectiveness and patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) of treating Dupuytren’s contracture with collagenase compared to surgery. Methods A retrospective review identified 151 patients who underwent CCH-I (n=94), limited fasciectomy (LF; n=38) and percutaneous needle fasciotomy (PNF; n=19). Outcomes included PROMs (satisfaction, QuickDASH), complication rates (recurrence, reintervention) and direct costs. Results Standardised treatment costs for CCH-I, LF and PNF were £1,125.82, £3,438.28 and £1,143.32 respectively. Collagenase presented a cost-benefit of £88,205 had the LF/PNF group undergone CCH-I. At a mean six-year follow-up, there were no significant differences in complication rates (=0.621) or QuickDASH scores (p=0.157). Collagenase-treated patients reported the highest satisfaction and lowest recurrence rates. Discussion Collagenase presents a significant cost reduction with superior PROMs relative to surgery for treating single-digit contracture. Conclusion Outpatient CCH-I is a cost-effective treatment with fewer clinical encounters, a similar risk profile to LF/PNF and high levels of patient satisfaction, which warrants serious consideration in light of overburdened waiting lists due to COVID-19.
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A Systematic Review of Health State Utility Values in the Plastic Surgery Literature. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2021; 9:e3944. [PMID: 34849317 PMCID: PMC8615317 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000003944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2021] [Accepted: 09/15/2021] [Indexed: 01/23/2023]
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Cost-utility analyses assess health gains acquired by interventions by incorporating weighted health state utility values (HSUVs). HSUVs are important in plastic and reconstructive surgery (PRS) because they include qualitative metrics when comparing operative techniques or interventions. We systematically reviewed the literature to identify the extent and quality of existing original utilities research within PRS. Methods A systematic review of articles with original PRS utility data was conducted in accordance with the Preferred Reporting Items for a Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis guidelines. Subspecialty, survey sample size, and respondent characteristics were extracted. For each HSUV, the utility measure [direct (standard gamble, time trade off, visual analog scale) and/or indirect], mean utility score, and measure of variance were recorded. Similar HSUVs were pooled into weighted averages based on sample size if they were derived from the same utility measure. Results In total, 348 HSUVs for 194 disease states were derived from 56 studies within seven PRS subspecialties. Utility studies were most common in breast (n = 17, 30.4%) and hand/upper extremity (n = 15, 26.8%), and direct measurements were most frequent [visual analog scale (55.4%), standard gamble (46.4%), time trade off (57.1%)]. Studies surveying the general public had more respondents (n = 165, IQR 103-299) than those that surveyed patients (n = 61, IQR 48-79) or healthcare professionals (n = 42, IQR 10-109). HSUVs for 18 health states were aggregated. Conclusions The HSUV literature within PRS is scant and heterogeneous. Researchers should become familiar with these outcomes, as integrating utility and cost data will help illustrate that the impact of certain interventions are cost-effective when we consider patient quality of life.
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Fitzpatrick AV, Moltaji S, Ramji M, Martin S. Systematic Review Comparing Cost Analyses of Fasciectomy, Needle Aponeurotomy, and Collagenase Injection for Treatment of Dupuytren's Contracture: Une analyse de coûts systématique comparant la fasciectomie, l'aponévrotomie percutanée à l'aiguille et l'injection de collagénase pou traiter la maladie de Dupuytren. Plast Surg (Oakv) 2021; 29:257-264. [PMID: 34760842 DOI: 10.1177/2292550320963111] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Purpose Surgeons now have a variety of treatment options for Dupuytren's contracture including traditional partial fasciectomy (PF), percutaneous needle aponeurotomy (PNA), and collagenase Clostridium histolyticum (CCH) injection. An important factor in clinical decision making is the cost-effectiveness of the various modalities, as will be discussed in this article. Methods A literature search was performed by 2 independent reviewers. A total of 14 articles and 3 abstracts met inclusion criteria. Papers were excluded for non-English language, insufficient breakdown of costs by treatment type, promotional materials, or works-in-progress. Cost data were extracted and subsequently converted to US dollars. Weighted means were used to objectively pool data that were sufficiently similar in methodology and population. Results Seven observational cohort studies were pooled and found to have a weighted mean cost in favour of PNA at US$3335 per patient as compared to CCH at US$3673.14 and PF at US$4734.14. Two expected-value decision analysis models were in agreement that PF is not cost-effective, but they differed on whether PNA or CCH was the most cost-effective strategy. Two cost minimization studies agreed that CCH was less costly than PF by US$486. One cost-benefit analysis found no significant cost benefit to CCH or PF, but found significant indirect benefit to CCH. Overall 10 of 17 studies found CCH to be superior with respect to direct cost, indirect cost, or both. Only 2 of the 17 studies found PF to be the most cost-effective method. Of the 7 studies that considered PNA, 4 found it to be lowest cost. Conclusion The vast majority of studies found PF to be the most costly treatment modality; however, it is still the treatment of choice in certain clinical scenarios. It is difficult to compare CCH to PNA, as many studies did not consider PNA. More studies, especially considering indirect costs, are required to be able to accurately determine which method is most cost-effective.
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.,Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.,Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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Zhang D, Blazar P, Benavent KA, Earp BE. Long-term Effects of Skin Tearing on Outcomes After Collagenase Treatment of Dupuytren Contractures. Hand (N Y) 2021; 16:792-796. [PMID: 31941375 PMCID: PMC8647323 DOI: 10.1177/1558944719898836] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Background: The objective of this study was to compare the rates of recurrence, additional treatment, patient satisfaction, and willingness to undergo Clostridium histolyticum (CCH) treatment again for Dupuytren disease in patients with and without skin tearing at minimum 5-year follow-up. Methods: We identified 199 digits in 142 patients who underwent CCH treatments for Dupuytren disease from April 2010 to December 2013 with minimum 5-year follow-up. Patients were contacted by telephone to collect our response variables: perceived recurrence of contracture, additional treatment, satisfaction, and willingness to undergo CCH treatment again. Medical records were reviewed for skin tearing at manipulation and patient-related and disease-specific variables. Results: At the time of manipulation, 16 out of 142 patients (11%) and 22 out of 199 digits (11%) had skin tearing. Older age was associated with skin tearing. At an average 7.2-year follow-up, the mean satisfaction was 7.1 ± 2.6 on a 1 to 10 Likert scale for patients with skin tearing and 6.5 ± 3.4 for patients without skin tearing. Eighty-one percent of patients with skin tearing expressed willingness to undergo CCH treatment again, compared with 68% of patients without skin tearing. Perceived recurrence of contracture occurred in 82% of digits with skin tearing and 80% of digits without skin tearing. Additional treatment was performed in 45% of digits with skin tearing and 54% of digits without skin tearing. No difference was statistically significant. Conclusions: Although skin tearing at CCH manipulation complicates the short-term course following CCH treatment, it does not affect long-term perceived contracture recurrence or patient satisfaction.
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- Dafang Zhang
- Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA,Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA,Dafang Zhang, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, 75 Francis Street, Boston, MA 02115, USA.
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- Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA,Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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- Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, MA, USA,Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA
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Boe C, Blazar P, Iannuzzi N. Dupuytren Contractures: An Update of Recent Literature. J Hand Surg Am 2021; 46:896-906. [PMID: 34452797 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2021.07.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/28/2020] [Revised: 05/28/2021] [Accepted: 07/02/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Dupuytren disease is a fibroproliferative disorder that affects the palmar fascia of the hand and results in varying degrees of nodule and cord formation. Over time, patients may develop progressive contractures, impairing their ability to type, to perform with fine instruments, or to participate in social activities such as shaking hands. Treatment options for Dupuytren contractures include needle aponeurotomy (NA), injection of collagenase Clostridium histolyticum (CCH) with manipulation of the digits, and surgical fasciectomy. Over the past decade, the use of CCH has increased. Recent studies have provided additional data regarding the pathophysiology, indications, outcomes, and costs associated with the treatment for Dupuytren contractures, and this review highlights these advances.
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- Chelsea Boe
- Department of Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA
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- Section of Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA
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- Department of Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, University of Washington, Seattle, WA.
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Alser O, Abram SGF, Craig RS, Lane JCE, Shaw AV, Prats-Uribe A, Rees JL, Prieto-Alhambra D, Furniss D. Temporal Trends and Geographical Variation in Dupuytren Disease Surgery in England: A Population-Based Cohort Study. Ann Plast Surg 2021; 87:265-270. [PMID: 34397515 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000002734] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Dupuytren disease (DD) is a common fibroproliferative disease of the palmar fascia. The mainstay of DD treatment in England is surgery with either percutaneous needle fasciotomy, limited fasciectomy, or dermofasciectomy. This study aimed to investigate the temporal trends and geographical variation of primary DD surgery in England. METHODS A longitudinal population-based cohort study was perfomed using the Hospital Episode Statistics database from April 1, 2007, to March 31, 2017. Directly standarized rates were estimated over time (between financial years 2007-2008 and 2016-2017) and by geographic region (by clinical commissioning groups [CCGs]; financial years 2010-2011, 2013-2014, and 2016-2017). The Office for National Statistics midyear population estimates were used as the reference population. MAIN FINDINGS Primary DD surgery was undertaken at a steadily increasing rate from financial year 2007 to 2008, to 2016 to 2017 in England. There was a striking 3.6-fold variation in the rates of primary DD surgery among National Health Service CCGs in England place of residence. CONCLUSIONS This significant variation in DD surgical treatment in England suggests a need for the development of standardized surgical practice across all CCGs and National Health Service hospitals, promoting equality of access to cost-effective health care.
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- Osaid Alser
- From the Oxford NIHR Musculoskeletal Biomedical Research Unit, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, Botnar Research Centre, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, University of Oxford
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- From the Oxford NIHR Musculoskeletal Biomedical Research Unit, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, Botnar Research Centre, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, University of Oxford
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- From the Oxford NIHR Musculoskeletal Biomedical Research Unit, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, Botnar Research Centre, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, University of Oxford
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- From the Oxford NIHR Musculoskeletal Biomedical Research Unit, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, Botnar Research Centre, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, University of Oxford
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- From the Oxford NIHR Musculoskeletal Biomedical Research Unit, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, Botnar Research Centre, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, University of Oxford
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- From the Oxford NIHR Musculoskeletal Biomedical Research Unit, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, Botnar Research Centre, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, University of Oxford
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- From the Oxford NIHR Musculoskeletal Biomedical Research Unit, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, Botnar Research Centre, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, University of Oxford
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Dekirmendjian A, Retrouvey H, Jakubowski J, Sander B, Binhammer P. Assessing New Technologies in Surgery: Case Example of Acute Primary Repair of the Thumb Ulnar Collateral Ligament. J Hand Surg Am 2021; 46:666-674.e5. [PMID: 34092414 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2021.03.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/25/2019] [Revised: 12/21/2020] [Accepted: 03/03/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE Health technology assessment provides a means to assess the technical properties, safety, efficacy, cost-effectiveness, and ethical/legal/social impact of a novel technology. An important component of health technology assessment is the cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA), which can be performed using model-based CEA. This study used the CEA model to compare the cost-effectiveness of a novel ligament augmentation device with the standard technique for primary repair of complete ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tears. METHODS A model was developed for complete UCL tear requiring acute surgical repair, comparing the cost-effectiveness of standard technique primary repair and repair using a ligament augmentation device from a societal perspective. Primary outcomes included quality-adjusted life years (QALYs), cost, net monetary benefit (NMB) and incremental NMB. A cost-effectiveness threshold of CAD $50,000/QALY was used to compare the 2 techniques. Sensitivity analyses were conducted to assess the parameter uncertainty, specifically the impact of device cost, time off work, probability of complication, and postoperative outcome. RESULTS The NMB for the standard technique was CAD $42,598, and the NMB for repair using the ligament augmentation device was CAD $41,818. The standard technique was the preferred strategy for primary repair of complete UCL tears. One-way sensitivity analyses demonstrated that the ligament augmentation device became cost-effective if individuals return to work in <18 days (base case 23 days). The device was also favored when the cost was less than CAD $50 and the difference in time to return to work was at least 1 day. CONCLUSIONS Our model demonstrates that there may be significant costs associated with the introduction of novel health technologies, and certain conditions, such as an earlier return to work, must be met for some devices to be a cost-effective option. This study provides an example of how model-based CEA is a useful tool to assess the cost-effectiveness of a novel device. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Economic/Decision Analysis II.
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Canada
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- Department of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada; Division of Clinical Decision-Making and Health Care Research, University Health Network, Toronto, Canada; Toronto Health Economics and Technology Assessment Collaborative, Toronto, Canada
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- University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine, Toronto, Canada; Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Canada
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Gonga-Cavé BC, Pena Diaz AM, O'Gorman DB. Biomimetic analyses of interactions between macrophages and palmar fascia myofibroblasts derived from Dupuytren's disease reveal distinct inflammatory cytokine responses. Wound Repair Regen 2021; 29:627-636. [PMID: 34212454 DOI: 10.1111/wrr.12928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/04/2021] [Revised: 04/16/2021] [Accepted: 04/28/2021] [Indexed: 12/31/2022]
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Dupuytren's disease (DD) is a common and heritable fibrosis of the hand. It is characterized by the shortening and thickening of the palmar fascia into myofibroblastic nodules that can progress to palmar-digital contractures and permanent loss of dexterity. Molecular analyses of DD tissues and the presence of inflammatory cell infiltrates suggest a pathogenesis initiated by a proinflammatory fascial milieu that promotes myofibroblast activation and palmar fascia contractures. However, the relative contributions of vascular and/or tissue derived immune system cells and cytokine-sensitive stromal myofibroblasts to the development of this proinflammatory microenvironment are poorly understood. To gain insights into this process, we have developed and tested a collagen-based 3D tissue biomimetic co-culture system to assess paracrine interactions between THP-1-derived pro-inflammatory macrophages and primary human palmar fascia myofibroblasts (PFMs). We observed significant and reproducible impacts of collagen-adherent macrophage and PFM co-cultures on the cytokine gene expression profiles of these cells compared to their respective monocultures, and significant changes to the resulting cytokine milieu in their shared culture media, notably TNF and IL-6. Our findings are consistent with central roles for PFMs in cytokine production and immunoregulation of the pro-inflammatory milieu hypothesized to promote DD development.
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- Brianna C Gonga-Cavé
- Department of Biochemistry, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Roth McFarlane Hand and Upper Limb Centre, Lawson Health Research Institute, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Biochemistry, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada.,Department of Surgery, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada.,Roth McFarlane Hand and Upper Limb Centre, Lawson Health Research Institute, London, Ontario, Canada
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Coffey D, Redgrave N, Hudson-Phillips S, Clark C, Tahmassebi R, Vig S. Variation in the clinical commissioning of surgery for three common hand conditions in England. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 2021; 46:530-534. [PMID: 33249974 DOI: 10.1177/1753193420974244] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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The surgical referral policies for patients with trigger finger, ganglion removal and Dupuytren's disease were collected for all Clinical Commissioning Groups in England. The aim was to assess whether there was variation in the policies across England, resulting in inequality in patients' access to surgery. Data were collected between October 2018 and January 2019 and compared with national guidelines. Analysis of the results showed that for all three conditions, surgical commissioning policies varied depending on the locality. The results also show that despite the existence of national guidelines, they are not implemented. This has the potential to lead to variation in surgical referral and access to services for patients in different localities in England.Level of evidence: III.
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Jain A, Tarabishy S, Carter J, Gonzalez G, Herrera FA. Cost Analysis and National Trends in the Treatment of Dupuytren Contracture Comparing Collagenase Injection, Needle Fasciotomy, and Open Fasciectomy Procedures. Ann Plast Surg 2021; 86:S625-S627. [PMID: 34100823 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000002876] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Dupuytren contracture (DC) is a common disorder characterized by progressive fibrosis of palmar fascia. This study analyzed cost trends of 3 common treatments for DC: fasciotomy, fasciectomy, and collagenase injection (CI)/cord manipulation. METHODS The Vizient Clinical Data/Resource Manager electronic database was reviewed for all procedures for the treatment of DC at participating hospitals in the United States (US) from October 1, 2015, to September 1, 2019. Cases were placed into 1 of 3 categories: (1) CI, (2) needle fasciotomy (NF), and (3) open fasciectomy (OF). Total and direct costs were averaged for each procedure and compared nationally and regionally. Temporal trends and specific market share were analyzed. One-tailed t test and Pearson correlation analysis was performed (P < 0.05 and r > 0.9 or r < -0.9 was considered significant). RESULTS A total of 22,974 total cases were identified. A total of 16,966 OF, 3962 NF, and 2046 CI were performed. There was a nearly a 4-fold increase in number of procedures to treat DC from 2015 to 2018. Market share percentage of each procedure stayed relatively similar over time. However, market share percentage differed between procedures. Needle fasciotomy had the lowest market share percentage approximately 7%. Collagenase injection had the highest average cost at US $4453.66 and was significantly higher than OF at US $3394.90 and NF at US $2010.75. Cost and distribution of procedures were further analyzed by geographic regions. In 2018, 32% of procedures performed were in the Northeastern US, 29% in the Midwestern US, 23% in the Southern US, and 16% in the Western US. Total number of Dupuytren procedures increased more than 300% in all regions across the US from 2015 to 2018. In every region, NF was the lowest cost intervention. Cost of OF and CI varied between regions and was often the most expensive intervention. CONCLUSIONS Treatment of DCs with NF seems to be the least costly treatment option. Needle fasciotomy seems to be the least commonly performed procedure. Regional data show variations in the cost of OF and CI. However, OF has the majority market share nationally and regionally. Although the cost of these procedures seems to vary regionally, the type of procedures being performed seem to be similar across regions.
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, SC
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, El Paso, TX
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, El Paso, TX
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Collagenase Treatment of Dupuytren's Disease with Minimum 5-Year Follow-Up: Recurrence, Reintervention, and Satisfaction. Plast Reconstr Surg 2020; 146:1071-1079. [PMID: 33136952 DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000007243] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND The objective of this study was to determine the rates of patient satisfaction, perceived recurrence of flexion deformity, and additional treatment after collagenase clostridium histolyticum treatment for Dupuytren's contracture at a minimum of 5-year follow-up. METHODS A retrospective study was performed of 199 digits in 142 patients who underwent collagenase clostridium histolyticum treatments from April of 2010 to December of 2013 with a minimum of 5-year follow-up. Patients were contacted by telephone regarding perceived recurrence, additional treatment, satisfaction, and willingness to undergo this treatment again. RESULTS At an average 7.2-year follow-up, 160 of 199 digits (80 percent) had perceived recurrence, and 105 of 199 digits (53 percent) underwent additional treatment. Average satisfaction was 6.5 on a Likert scale ranging from 1 to 10, and 67 percent would undergo collagenase clostridium histolyticum treatment again. Multivariable logistic regression analysis showed that higher Charlson Comorbidity Index (OR, 0.77; 95 percent CI, 0.63 to 0.93) and isolated metacarpophalangeal joint involvement (OR, 0.53; 95 percent CI, 0.29 to 0.97) were associated with decreased odds of additional treatment, and higher American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status classification (OR, 2.49; 95 percent CI, 1.35 to 4.48) and nonsmoker status (OR, 0.23; 95 percent CI, 0.09 to 0.59) were associated with willingness to undergo the treatment again. CONCLUSIONS Patients may be counseled that the long-term perceived recurrence rate of Dupuytren's contractures after collagenase clostridium histolyticum treatment is high, and more than half of patients seek additional treatment. Satisfaction and willingness to undergo collagenase clostridium histolyticum treatment decrease with perceived recurrence. CLINICAL QUESTION/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic, III.
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Patel MIA, Patel IA. Versatility of percutaneous needle fasciotomy for Dupuytren's disease across a spectrum of disease severity: A single-surgeon experience of 118 rays. JPRAS Open 2020; 27:80-89. [PMID: 33364291 PMCID: PMC7753080 DOI: 10.1016/j.jpra.2020.11.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2020] [Accepted: 11/26/2020] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Background Percutaneous needle fasciotomy (PNF) represents the only minimally invasive approach for treatment of Dupuytren's disease in Europe since withdrawal of collagenase from European markets. Though well-established, surgeon preference and uncertainty regarding safety and efficacy, results in limited provision in favour of open fasciectomy. Methods A retrospective review of 74 patients who self-opted to receive PNF between 2017 and 2020 was conducted. Demographic data, complications and degree of release achieved were compared across three cohorts based on contracture severity as per Tubiana staging (TS): Stage 1, 0-45°; Stage 2, 46-90°; Stage 3, 91-130° with χ2 analysis. Results One hundred and eighteen rays were treated amongst 74 patients (mean age, 68 years (R, 32-86), males: 74%) with mean follow-up 51 weeks (IQR 28-76 weeks) with no significant difference in baseline characteristics across cohorts. No cases of permanent sensory disturbance, flexor tendon rupture, arterial transection nor infection were observed. Neuropraxia was seen in six patients, resolving with mean recovery of 6 weeks. 86% (n = 166) of joints had satisfactory release (residual passive extension deficit (PED) ≤10°) with full release in 67%. Full release was most likely in metacarpophalangeal joint (MCPJ; 93%) than distal interphalangeal joint (DIPJ; 67%) or proximal interphalangeal joint (PIPJ; 45%; p<0.0001). Mean release was 54° in MCPJ and 56° in PIPJ. All TS1 patients achieved release with ≤10° residual PED versus 75% of TS2 patients and 22% of TS3 patients (p<0.05), the latter of whom had a mean residual PED of 12° Ninety-two percent of patients stated they would undergo PNF again if necessary, in preference to open fasciectomy. Conclusion We find PNF to facilitate a safe, effective yet minimally invasive approach amongst patients of varying disease severity, across different age groups, with recurrent disease, associated comorbidities or concurrent anticoagulation therapy. Patients reported high satisfaction in preference to open procedures. We, therefore, intend to recommend PNF first-line to all patients regardless of disease severity.
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- Manal I A Patel
- University of Cambridge, School of Clinical Medicine, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0SP, UK
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- Department of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Devon, EX2 5DW, UK
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Wang AMQ, Retrouvey H, Krahn M, McCabe SJ, Baltzer HL. Direct and indirect utilities of patients with mild to moderate versus severe carpal tunnel syndrome. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 2020; 45:832-837. [PMID: 32380923 DOI: 10.1177/1753193420922791] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Health utility is a quantitative global measure of patients' health status. This retrospective cohort study aimed to compare health utilities of patients with mild to moderate versus severe carpal tunnel syndrome and determine inter-instrumental agreement. Health utilities of 29 patients with varying severity of carpal tunnel syndrome were measured indirectly by Short-Form Sixth Dimension and EuroQol 5D questionnaire and directly by Chained Standard Gamble and a visual analogue scale. Health utility was 0.69 for Short-Form Sixth Dimension, 0.78 for EuroQol 5D Questionnaire, 0.98 for Chained Standard Gamble, and 0.76 for the visual analogue scale. There was a significant inter-instrumental agreement between three of the instruments, but not the Chained Standard Gamble. The difference in health utilities between patients with mild or moderate versus severe carpal tunnel syndrome was significant only for the EuroQol 5D questionnaire. We conclude based on our results that there are no clear indications on how health utilities can be integrated into decision analysis models and economic evaluation regarding carpal tunnel syndrome of various severities.Level of evidence: IV.
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- Annie M Q Wang
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, University of Toronto, University Health Network, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Toronto, University Health Network, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Toronto, University Health Network, Toronto, ON, Canada
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IMPORTANCE Owing to its tendency to recur, Dupuytren contracture often requires multiple treatments, which places additional economic burden on health care. The likelihood of contracture recurrence varies not only with treatment but also with disease characteristics, such as contracture severity and location, but prior cost-effectiveness analyses of Dupuytren contracture treatments have not considered these patient-specific disease characteristics. OBJECTIVE To identify the most cost-effective treatment regimen for patients with recurrent Dupuytren contracture. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS This economic evaluation was conducted with state-transition microsimulation modeling using data from published studies and Medicare. A simulated cohort of 10 000 individuals with Dupuytren contracture was created. Patients could transition yearly between the following health states: symptom-free, symptomatic, and death. Available treatments were collagenase clostridium histolyticum injection, percutaneous needle aponeurotomy (PNA), and limited fasciectomy (LF); individuals randomly chose any treatment when symptomatic. Patients were limited to 3 rounds of treatment for a contracture affecting 1 joint, totaling 27 unique combinations. If the contracture recurred after 3 treatments, patients lived with the disease for the remainder of life. EXPOSURES PNA, collagenase clostridium histolyticum injection, or LF. MAIN OUTCOMES AND MEASURES Quality-adjusted life-years (QALYs), total costs (in US dollars), and incremental cost-effectiveness ratios (ICERs). A willingness-to-pay threshold of $100 000 per quality-adjusted life-year was used to assess cost-effectiveness. RESULTS For the base case scenario of a patient aged 60 years with recurrent, low-severity metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint contracture, repeated PNA treatment was the only cost-effective treatment (2 PNA treatments followed by LF vs 3 PNA treatments, ICER [Monte Carlo SE]: $212 647/QALY [$36 000/QALY]). For recurrent high-severity MCP joint contractures, treatment regimens composed of PNA and LF were cost-effective (ICER [Monte Carlo SE], $93 932/QALY [$16 500/QALY]). LF was cost-effective for high-severity MCP joint contracture (ICER [Monte Carlo SE], $98 624/QALY [$26 233/QALY]). For recurrent proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint contractures, PNA was the only cost-effective treatment, regardless of severity (eg, 2 PNA treatments followed by LF vs 3 PNA treatments for low-severity PIP joint contracture, ICER [Monte Carlo SE]: $263 726/QALY [$29 000/QALY]). Any combination with collagenase clostridium histolyticum injection compared with 3 PNA treatments had an ICER greater than $100 000 per QALY. Probabilistic sensitivity analysis estimated a 44%, 15%, 41%, and 52% chance of a regimen consisting of only PNA being cost-effective in low-severity MCP, high-severity MCP, low-severity PIP, and high-severity PIP joint contractures, respectively. CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE The results of this study suggest that LF is a cost-effective intervention for recurrent high-severity MCP joint contractures. For recurrent low-severity MCP joint contractures and PIP joint contractures of all severity levels, PNA was the only cost-effective intervention. Collagenase clostridium histolyticum injections were not a cost-effective intervention for recurrent Dupuytren contracture and should not be preferred over PNA or LF.
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- Alfred P. Yoon
- Section of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor
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- Section of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor
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- Health Management and Policy, University of Michigan School of Public Health, Ann Arbor
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- Section of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, University of Michigan Medical School, Ann Arbor
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A Cost-Effectiveness Analysis of Corticosteroid Injections and Open Surgical Release for Trigger Finger. J Hand Surg Am 2020; 45:597-609.e7. [PMID: 32471754 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2020.04.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2019] [Revised: 03/14/2020] [Accepted: 04/14/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of corticosteroid injection(s) versus open surgical release for the treatment of trigger finger. METHODS Using a US health care payer perspective, we created a decision tree model to estimate the costs and outcomes associated with 4 treatment strategies for trigger finger: offering up to 3 steroid injections before to surgery or immediate open surgical release. Costs were obtained from a large administrative claims database. We calculated expected quality-adjusted life-years for each treatment strategy, which were compared using incremental cost-effectiveness ratios. Separate analyses were performed for commercially insured and Medicare Advantage patients. We performed a probabilistic sensitivity analysis using 10,000 second-order Monte Carlo simulations that simultaneously sampled from the uncertainty distributions of all model inputs. RESULTS Offering 3 steroid injections before surgery was the optimal strategy for both commercially insured and Medicare Advantage patients. The probabilistic sensitivity analysis showed that this strategy was cost-effective 67% and 59% of the time for commercially insured and Medicare Advantage patients, respectively. Our results were sensitive to the probability of injection site fat necrosis, success rate of steroid injections, time to symptom relief after a steroid injection, and cost of treatment. Immediate surgical release became cost-effective when the cost of surgery was below $902 or $853 for commercially insured and Medicare Advantage patients, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Multiple treatment strategies exist for treating trigger finger, and our cost-effectiveness analysis helps define the relative value of different approaches. From a health care payer perspective, offering 3 steroid injections before surgery is a cost-effective strategy. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Economic and Decision Analyses II.
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Percutaneous needle fasciotomy in Dupuytren contracture: a register-based, observational cohort study on complications in 3,331 treated fingers in 2,257 patients. Acta Orthop 2020; 91:326-330. [PMID: 32056475 PMCID: PMC8023958 DOI: 10.1080/17453674.2020.1726057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023] Open
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Background and purpose - Percutaneous needle fasciotomy (PNF) is a minimally invasive treatment option for Dupuytren contracture, which has gained momentum worldwide in recent years. However, evidence regarding safety and severe complications associated with PNF is sparse. Thus, we evaluated safety of a specific PNF method in the largest cohort reported in literature.Patients and methods - This is a single-center, register-based, observational study on PNF treatments between 2007 and 2015. The study cohort was identified by the Danish National Patient Registry, and diagnosis codes and procedure codes were used to identify potential severe postoperative complications such as: tendon rupture, nerve damage, infection, amputation, and reflex dystrophy for all index treatments. The Danish National Prescription Registry was used to identify non-hospital-treated infections. All index treatments and postoperative complications were verified by review of medical records.Results - 2,257 patients received PNF treatment of 3,331 treated finger rays. Median follow-up was 7.2 years (interquartile range: 4.9-9.5 years, range 1-12 years). 4 patients sustained flexor tendon rupture. 1 patient had digital nerve damage. 2 patients had an infection treated in hospital, while 31 patients received antibiotics in the primary sector for an infection or based on suspicion of an infection after PNF. None of the infections required surgical intervention. No finger amputations or ipsilateral upper limb reflex dystrophy cases were registered in relation to the procedure.Interpretation - Percutaneous needle fasciotomy for Dupuytren contracture is a safe procedure with a low rate of severe postoperative complications when a specific PNF method is applied.
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Carr L, Michelotti B, Brgoch M, Hauck R, Ingraham J. Dupuytren Disease Management Trends: A Survey of Hand Surgeons. Hand (N Y) 2020; 15:97-102. [PMID: 30043624 PMCID: PMC6966290 DOI: 10.1177/1558944718787281] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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Background: Indication for intervention in Dupuytren disease is influenced by many factors, including location and extent of disease, surgeon preference, and comfort level with different treatment techniques. The aim of this study was to determine current Dupuytren disease management trends. Methods: A questionnaire was sent through the American Society for Surgery of the Hand to all members. In addition to demographic data, questions focused on indications for different procedural interventions based on location of disease, age, and activity level of the patient. Results: Approximately 24% of respondents completed the survey. Respondents were mostly orthopedic surgeons in private practice who do not work with residents or fellows. Respondents preferred collagenase over needle aponeurotomy and limited fasciectomy for primary Dupuytren disease involving only the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint. Limited fasciectomy was the preferred treatment for primary Dupuytren disease involving the MCP and proximal interphalangeal joints. For a patient amenable to any treatment option, the majority would use collagenase, although 87.1% felt that fasciectomy offered the longest disease-free interval. Furthermore, given the option of a young, working patient, 42.7% would use collagenase, while plastic and general surgeons were more likely to treat this patient with limited fasciectomy. More plastic surgeons (vs orthopedic) believe that limited fasciectomy yields the longest disease-free interval. For a patient amenable to any surgical option, orthopedic surgeons prefer collagenase, whereas plastic hand surgeons prefer a limited fasciectomy. Conclusion: There are several procedural options for the treatment of Dupuytren disease. This study details current practice patterns among hand surgeons and reveals the increasingly prevalent use of collagenase.
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- Logan Carr
- The Pennsylvania State University,
Hershey, USA
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- The Pennsylvania State University,
Hershey, USA
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- The Pennsylvania State University,
Hershey, USA,John Ingraham, College of Medicine, The
Pennsylvania State University, Division of Plastic Surgery, H071, 500 University
Drive, Hershey, PA 17033, USA.
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Sanjuan-Cervero R. Current role of the collagenase Clostridium histolyticum in Dupuytren's disease treatment. Ir J Med Sci 2019; 189:529-534. [PMID: 31713028 DOI: 10.1007/s11845-019-02127-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/19/2019] [Accepted: 10/22/2019] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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BACKGROUND Collagenase Clostridium histolyticum (CCH) is a recent treatment for Dupuytren disease, which is a fibroproliferative disorder that leads to progressive, persistent digital flexion contracture that interferes with basic daily activities. While CCH has changed the treatment of this hand disorder, numerous concerns have to be analyzed. AIMS Our purpose is to assess the current status of this medical treatment. METHODS Literary review based on a manual search on PubMed, Web of Science, and Google Academic. RESULTS Pharmacoeconomic analyses support the use of CCH, but long-term studies showing that it should be favored over conventional surgery or other treatments are lacking. Treatment decisions, therefore, must be guided by current data, which include a 5-year recurrence rate of 47%. Complications following CCH treatment are also a controversial topic, as rates of over 90% have been reported, although most of the complications are mild and self-limiting. A definition and classification of CCH-related complications is sorely needed. If we exclude adverse effects that could be considered inherent to the mechanisms of action of CCH, then the complication rate would be similar to rates reported for other techniques. Although CCH is becoming an increasingly popular treatment for Dupuytren disease, the potential applications of this modality, are much higher than currently believed, for more disorders characterized by excessive fibrosis. CONCLUSION Currently, the administration of this treatment is promising although long-term studies are necessary to see the real role that this drug can play in both Dupuytren's disease and other fibrotic disorders.
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- Rafael Sanjuan-Cervero
- Orthopedic and Trauma Department, Hospital de Denia, Partida Beniadla s/n, 03700, Alicante, Denia, Spain.
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Efanov JI, Nguyen DD, Izadpanah A, Danino MA, Harris P. A health utility assessment of trapeziectomy with ligament reconstruction and tendon interposition for thumb trapeziometacarpal osteoarthritis. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 2019; 44:722-727. [PMID: 30987512 DOI: 10.1177/1753193419843850] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Trapeziectomy with ligament reconstruction and tendon interposition (LRTI) for trapeziometacarpal joint osteoarthritis may have both postoperative benefits and complications. This study sought to determine the health state utility outcome measures of trapeziectomy with LRTI. Patients who underwent trapeziectomy with LRTI were invited to complete the brief Michigan Hand Questionnaire and utility questionnaires outcomes using a visual analogue scale , time trade-off and standard gamble. Quality-adjusted life years (QALYs) were derived from these utility measures. For this study 32 patients were recruited, with a mean age of 61. Most patients (27/32) perceived the procedure as successful. Utility measures and QALYs serve the purpose of comparing different surgical procedures in terms of their impact on the quality of life of patients as a function of the benefits and complications of each procedure. In this study, the utility of trapeziectomy with LRTI was less than has been described for open palmar fasciectomy but more than for total wrist arthrodesis. Level of evidence: IV.
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- Johnny Ionut Efanov
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM), Canada
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM), Canada
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM), Canada
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM), Canada
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- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Service, Centre Hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM), Canada
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Steenbeek LM, Dreise MM, Werker PMN. Durability of Collagenase Treatment for Dupuytren Disease of the Thumb and First Web After at Least 2 Years' Follow-Up. J Hand Surg Am 2019; 44:694.e1-694.e5. [PMID: 30420196 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2018.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2018] [Revised: 08/10/2018] [Accepted: 10/03/2018] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to analyze the durability of the treatment results of the thumb and first web contractures in Dupuytren disease with collagenase Clostridium histolyticum. METHODS Twelve patients (14 hands) were followed for an average of 35 months (range, 24-42 months). Two patients (3 hands) were excluded, yielding 11 hands available for assessment. Nondurability was defined as a worsening of at least 20° of passive extension deficit at a treated joint or any decrease greater than 5 mm in intermetacarpal head distance, both relative to 30 days after injection or as intervention to correct new/worsening contracture. Durability was compared with that of a historic cohort of treated finger contractures. RESULTS Five out of 11 patients with a metacarpophalangeal or interphalangeal joint contracture or first web contracture had a nondurable result at an average of 35 months. Results obtained at metacarpophalangeal joints of thumbs were more durable than those of interphalangeal joints. Most of the recurrences occurred in interphalangeal joints. CONCLUSIONS Treatment of thumb and first web contractures was not durable in nearly half of the cases at an average follow-up of 35 months, and durability was clearly less than that of treated finger contractures. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic IV.
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- Lennart M Steenbeek
- Department of Plastic Surgery, University Medical Centre Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, University Medical Centre Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, University Medical Centre Groningen, University of Groningen, Groningen, The Netherlands.
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Use of Decision Analysis and Economic Evaluation in Upper Extremity Surgery: A Systematic Review. Plast Reconstr Surg 2019; 144:395-407. [PMID: 31348350 DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000005830] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND Decision analysis allows clinicians to apply evidence-based medicine to guide objective decisions in uncertain scenarios. There is no comprehensive review summarizing the various decision analysis tools used. The authors aimed to appraise and review the decision analytic models used in hand surgery. METHODS A search of English articles on the PubMed, Ovid, and Embase databases was performed. All articles, regardless of date of publishing, were considered. Two reviewers, based on strict inclusion criteria, independently assessed each article. RESULTS The search resulted in 5525 abstracts, which yielded 30 studies that met inclusion criteria. Included studies were grouped according to medical indications, with scaphoid fractures (n = 6) and carpal tunnel syndrome (n = 5) being the most commonly reported. Included articles used decision analysis (n = 15) and/or economic analyses (n = 23) to discuss diagnostic strategies or compare treatments. The three most common outcomes reported were utility (n = 12), cost per quality-adjusted life-year (n = 16), and quality-adjusted life-years (n = 16). The decision analysis models compared diagnostic strategies, management options, and novel treatments. CONCLUSIONS Decision analysis is increasingly popular in hand surgery. It is useful for comparing surgical strategies through evaluation of quality-of-life outcomes and costing data. The most common model was a simple decision tree. The quality of decision analysis models can be improved with the addition of sensitivity analysis. Surgeons should be familiar with the principles of decision analysis, so that complex decisions can be evaluated using rigorous probabilistic models that combine risks and benefits of multiple strategies.
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Reply: Surgeon Volume and the Outcomes of Dupuytren's Surgery: Results from a Dutch Multicenter Study. Plast Reconstr Surg 2019; 143:1126e-1127e. [PMID: 31033846 DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000005546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Needle Aponeurotomy Versus Collagenase Injections for Dupuytren Disease: A Review of the Literature and Survey of Patient-Reported Satisfaction, Recurrence, and Complications After Needle Aponeurotomy. JOURNAL OF HAND SURGERY GLOBAL ONLINE 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsg.2019.01.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Dupuytren's disease (DD) is a common fibrotic disorder of the hand and can significantly impair hand function. Although the exact pathogenesis of this disorder remains to be elucidated, immunological, genetic and cellular factors likely interact. In this review, we summarise recent advances in the understanding of DD pathogenesis and look to the future for potential novel therapeutic targets. In addition, we discuss the therapeutic options in DD with a focus on the need for more rigorous evidence to allow a meaningful comparison of different treatment modalities.
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- Thomas Layton
- The Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- The Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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Png ME, Dritsaki M, Gray A, Pinedo-Villanueva R, Rivero-Arias O, Nanchahal J. Economic evaluation plan of a randomised controlled trial of intra-nodular injection of anti-TNF and placebo among patients with early Dupuytren's disease: Repurposing Anti-TNF for Treating Dupuytren's Disease (RIDD). Wellcome Open Res 2019; 3:156. [PMID: 30756094 PMCID: PMC6354323 DOI: 10.12688/wellcomeopenres.14936.2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/08/2019] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Dupuytren's disease (DD) is a common fibroproliferative condition of the palmar and digital fascia of the hand; however, there is currently no approved treatment for early stage DD. The objective of this paper is to describe the methods applied to assess the cost-effectiveness of adalimumab injections compared to usual care for controlling the progression of early stage DD in the Repurposing Anti-TNF for Treating Dupuytren's Disease (RIDD) trial. Measure of effectiveness and resource use will be obtained from a randomised clinical trial, carried out in three healthcare centres, and recruiting a minimum of 138 patients aged 18 years and above with a diagnosis of early stage DD. Resource use and utility measures (quality-adjusted life years) will be collected at 3, 6, 9, 12 (primary outcome endpoint) and 18 months post-randomisation. A within-trial cost-utility analysis (CUA) will be conducted at 12 months and if the intervention is effective, a decision analytic model will be applied to estimate the lifetime effectiveness and costs. The analysis will be performed from a health system (National Health Service and personal social services) perspective. Sensitivity analysis will be conducted to assess the robustness of the results. RIDD is the first randomised controlled trial with an economic evaluation conducted among patients with early stage DD. The protocol described here records our intent to conduct both a within-trial CUA alongside the RIDD study and a lifetime CUA using decision-analytic modelling.
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- May Ee Png
- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7LF, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7LF, UK
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- Health Economics Research Centre, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7LF, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7LF, UK
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- National Perinatal Epidemiology Unit, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7LF, UK
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- Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7FY, UK
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Collagenase Management of Multicord Dupuytren's Disease under Intravenous Sedation: A Prospective Cohort Study. PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY-GLOBAL OPEN 2019; 7:e2133. [PMID: 30881844 PMCID: PMC6416124 DOI: 10.1097/gox.0000000000002133] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2018] [Accepted: 12/12/2018] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Background: Surgery has been the standard of care in managing Dupuytren’s disease (DD). Recently collagenase of Clostridium histolyticum (CCH) has provided a less invasive alternative. The purpose of the current study is to present the early outcomes of a protocol for CCH involving treatment of multi-cord disease, and large patient cohorts. Methods: A cohort of 137 consecutive patients (Mean age 66 years, SD 9.85) with 225 joint contractures was treated with CCH at our institution between December of 2014 and January of 2017. A single standardized concentration of collagenase 2.31 mg/ml or 0.58 mg/dose was used for the treatment of up to 5 cords at a single session, and manipulation was 48 hours post-injection under intravenous sedation (IV). Patient complications, reduction in joint contracture, patient satisfaction and patient reported functional outcomes were assessed after one month. Results: 137 patients received a total of 214 doses 0.58mg of CCH to treat 225 PIP and MCP joint contractures. The mean correction of joint contractures was 39.8 ± 2.2 and 27.9 ± 3.9 degrees for MCP and PIP joints respectively. 80% of patients, reported improved function and 89% of patients who were satisfied with the treatment. Conclusions: This study demonstrates a protocol for high throughput management of DD using collagenase and IV sedation for manipulation, logistically suited to the hospital setting. Efficacy was demonstrated treating patients with up to 5 cords, including those with bilateral disease. Future studies are needed to evaluate the durability of response in the medium and long term, and to evaluate cost benefits.
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Background Percutaneous needle fasciotomy (PNF) is a minimally invasive treatment option for mild to moderate Dupuytren contractures in the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) and proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joints, and the procedure requires limited resources. Multiple contractures can be treated during the same session, and the treatment is considerably easier for the patient and requires a minimum of rehabilitation compared with limited fasciectomy1. Description PNF can be performed in a regular outpatient clinic in most cases. With the patient in a reclined position, the cord of the contracted joint is tensioned by passive extension and is divided percutaneously with a 25-gauge needle under local anesthesia. The immediate treatment effect in terms of reduction of the contracture is readily assessed, and PNF can be performed at additional levels if needed. Alternatives Collagenase Clostridium histolyticum (CCH; Xiaflex).Total or partial fasciectomy.Dermofasciectomy.Amputation (in severe cases after multiple other procedures). Rationale Local treatment with injection of CCH (Xiaflex) in the Dupuytren cord enables rupture of the cord similar to that after PNF2. Both CCH and PNF are minimally invasive treatments with obvious advantages compared with open surgery3, and they seem to have the same intermediate-term outcome4-6. However, CCH treatment is considerably more expensive than PNF and requires 2 visits by the patient to the outpatient clinic instead of 17. CCH has also been reported to have more complications than PNF2,8. Furthermore, multiple (>4) joint contractures9 can be treated by PNF at the same time. In the author's experience, even bilateral contractures can be treated at the same session if requested by the patient. As the number of patients treated with CCH and PNF has increased, there has been a corresponding decrease in more invasive procedures10; however, open surgery will probably always remain an option in more severe cases or as a secondary procedure after recurrence.
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- Joakim Strömberg
- Department of Hand Surgery, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Centre for Advanced Reconstruction of Extremities, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Mölndal, Sweden
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Png ME, Dritsaki M, Gray A, Pinedo-Villanueva R, Rivero-Arias O, Nanchahal J. Economic evaluation plan of a randomised controlled trial of intra-nodular injection of anti-TNF and placebo among patients with early Dupuytren's disease: Repurposing Anti-TNF for Treating Dupuytren's Disease (RIDD). Wellcome Open Res 2019; 3:156. [PMID: 30756094 DOI: 10.12688/wellcomeopenres.14936.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/30/2018] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Dupuytren's disease (DD) is a common fibroproliferative condition of the palmar and digital fascia of the hand; however, there is currently no approved treatment for early stage DD. The objective of this paper is to describe the methods applied to assess the cost-effectiveness of adalimumab injections compared to usual care for controlling the progression of early stage DD in the Repurposing Anti-TNF for Treating Dupuytren's Disease (RIDD) trial. Measure of effectiveness and resource use will be obtained from a randomised clinical trial, carried out in three healthcare centres, and recruiting a minimum of 138 patients aged 18 years and above with a diagnosis of early stage DD. Resource use and utility measures (quality-adjusted life years) will be collected at 3, 6, 9, 12 (primary outcome endpoint) and 18 months post-randomisation. A within-trial cost-utility analysis (CUA) will be conducted at 12 months and if the intervention is effective, a decision analytic model will be applied to estimate the lifetime effectiveness and costs. The analysis will be performed from a health system (National Health Service and personal social services) perspective. Sensitivity analysis will be conducted to assess the robustness of the results. RIDD is the first randomised controlled trial with an economic evaluation conducted among patients with early stage DD. The protocol described here records our intent to conduct both a within-trial CUA alongside the RIDD study and a lifetime CUA using decision-analytic modelling.
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- May Ee Png
- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7LF, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7LF, UK
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- Health Economics Research Centre, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7LF, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7LF, UK
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- National Perinatal Epidemiology Unit, Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7LF, UK
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- Kennedy Institute of Rheumatology, University of Oxford, Oxford, OX3 7FY, UK
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Rajan PV, Qudsi RA, Dyer GSM, Losina E. Cost-utility studies in upper limb orthopaedic surgery: a systematic review of published literature. Bone Joint J 2018; 100-B:1416-1423. [PMID: 30418054 PMCID: PMC6301026 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.100b11.bjj-2018-0246.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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AIMS The aim of this study was to assess the quality and scope of the current cost-effectiveness analysis (CEA) literature in the field of hand and upper limb orthopaedic surgery. MATERIALS AND METHODS We conducted a systematic review of MEDLINE and the CEA Registry to identify CEAs that were conducted on or after 1 January 1997, that studied a procedure pertaining to the field of hand and upper extremity surgery, that were clinical studies, and that reported outcomes in terms of quality-adjusted life-years. We identified a total of 33 studies that met our inclusion criteria. The quality of these studies was assessed using the Quality of Health Economic Analysis (QHES) scale. RESULTS The mean total QHES score was 82 (high-quality). Over time, a greater proportion of these studies have demonstrated poorer QHES quality (scores < 75). Lower-scoring studies demonstrated several deficits, including failures in identifying reference perspectives, incorporating comparators and sensitivity analyses, discounting costs and utilities, and disclosing funding. CONCLUSION It will be important to monitor the ongoing quality of CEA studies in orthopaedics and ensure standards of reporting and comparability in accordance with Second Panel recommendations. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2018;100-B:1416-23.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, Ohio, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Department of Biostatistics, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Sanjuán-Cerveró R, Vazquez-Ferreiro P, Gómez-Herrero D, Carrera-Hueso F, Fikri-Banbrahim N. One year follow-up after treatment with CCH for Dupuytren's contracture: A prospective view. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.recote.2018.11.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Soreide E, Murad MH, Denbeigh JM, Lewallen EA, Dudakovic A, Nordsletten L, van Wijnen AJ, Kakar S. Treatment of Dupuytren's contracture: a systematic review. Bone Joint J 2018; 100-B:1138-1145. [PMID: 30168768 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.100b9.bjj-2017-1194.r2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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Aims Dupuytren's contracture is a benign, myoproliferative condition affecting the palmar fascia that results in progressive contractures of the fingers. Despite increased knowledge of the cellular and connective tissue changes involved, neither a cure nor an optimum form of treatment exists. The aim of this systematic review was to summarize the best available evidence on the management of this condition. Materials and Methods A comprehensive database search for randomized controlled trials (RCTs) was performed until August 2017. We studied RCTs comparing open fasciectomy with percutaneous needle aponeurotomy (PNA), collagenase clostridium histolyticum (CCH) with placebo, and CCH with PNA, in addition to adjuvant treatments aiming to improve the outcome of open fasciectomy. A total of 20 studies, involving 1584 patients, were included. Results PNA tended to provide higher patient satisfaction with fewer adverse events, but had a higher rate of recurrence compared with limited fasciectomy. Although efficacious, treatment with CCH had notable recurrence rates and a high rate of transient adverse events. Recent comparative studies have shown no difference in clinical outcome between patients treated with PNA and those treated with CCH. Conclusion Currently there remains limited evidence to guide the management of patients with Dupuytren's contracture. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2018;100-B:1138-45.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA and Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Robert D. and Patricia E. Kern Center for the Science of Health Care Delivery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA and Department of Biological Sciences, Hampton University, Hampton, Virginia, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Oslo University Hospital, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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Needle aponeurotomy is an effective, minimally invasive treatment for metacarpophalangeal and interphalangeal joint contractures caused by Dupuytren disease. Multiple joints and digits can be safely treated in 1 session. Needle aponeurotomy is more cost-effective and has a significantly lower complication rate compared with open fasciectomy and collagenase injections. Recurrence rates are higher compared with open fasciectomy and collagenase injections. Patient satisfaction rates are high following needle aponeurotomy; the single clinic visit required and the minimal downtime after treatment are advantages unique to this procedure compared with other treatment modalities, including open fasciectomy, dermatofasciectomy, collagenase injections, and lipofilling.
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- Section of Plastic Surgery, University of Calgary, 4448 Front Street Southeast, Calgary, Alberta T3M 1M4, Canada
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- Division of Plastic Surgery, University of Alberta, 14310 111 Avenue Northwest, Edmonton, Alberta T5M 3Z7, Canada.
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Strömberg J, Ibsen Sörensen A, Fridén J. Percutaneous Needle Fasciotomy Versus Collagenase Treatment for Dupuytren Contracture: A Randomized Controlled Trial with a Two-Year Follow-up. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2018; 100:1079-1086. [PMID: 29975270 PMCID: PMC6075875 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.17.01128] [Citation(s) in RCA: 45] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Local disruption of the cord that causes contracture of the finger in Dupuytren disease can be achieved either through mechanical division by percutaneous needle fasciotomy (PNF) or through enzymatic digestion by injectable collagenase Clostridium histolyticum (CCH). This study was designed to compare clinical and patient-reported outcomes between patients who had been treated with each method. METHODS A prospective, randomized, single-blinded, controlled trial was designed and included 156 patients with a contracture of the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint of ≥20°. The patients were allocated to treatment with either PNF or CCH. The primary outcome was a reduction of the MCP contracture to <5°. Secondary outcomes included the reduction of any concomitant contracture of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint, the presence of Dupuytren cords, and changes in patient-reported outcomes as measured with the URAM (Unité Rhumatologique des Affections de Main) and QuickDASH (an abbreviated version of the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand [DASH]) questionnaires and visual analog scales for patient satisfaction. All treatments were performed by a single surgeon and all blinded follow-up measurements were made by a single physiotherapist. The participants were assessed at 1 week, 6 months, and 1 and 2 years after the interventions. RESULTS A total of 152 patients (97%) were examined at 2 years, at which time 58 patients (76%) treated with CCH and 60 (79%) treated with PNF retained a straight MCP joint. No cords were detectable in >50% of the patients at 2 years. There were no significant differences in the reduction of PIP contracture, range of motion, or patient-reported outcomes between the 2 treatments. CONCLUSIONS This trial demonstrated no advantage of CCH treatment compared with PNF in terms of clinical outcome at any time during the 2-year follow-up. The significant decrease in the number of pathological cords (p < 0.0001, Wilcoxon signed-rank test) after disruption regardless of the method used may indicate that resorption of pathological collagen occurs when the tension in the Dupuytren cord is diminished. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level I. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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- Joakim Strömberg
- Department of Hand Surgery, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden,Centre for Advanced Reconstruction of Extremities, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Mölndal, Sweden,E-mail address for J. Strömberg:
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Gothenburg, Sweden,Centre for Advanced Reconstruction of Extremities, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Mölndal, Sweden
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Zhou C, Ceyisakar IE, Hovius SER, Feitz R, Slijper HP, Lingsma HF, Selles RW. Surgeon Volume and the Outcomes of Dupuytren’s Surgery. Plast Reconstr Surg 2018; 142:125-134. [DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000004512] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Learning from an Unsuccessful Study Idea: Reflection and Application of Innovative Techniques to Prevent Future Failures. Plast Reconstr Surg 2018; 141:1056-1062. [PMID: 29595741 DOI: 10.1097/prs.0000000000004246] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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A well-organized, thoughtful study design is essential for creating an impactful study. However, pressures promoting high output from researchers can lead to rushed study proposals that overlook critical weaknesses in the study design that can affect the validity of the conclusions. Researchers can benefit from thorough review of past failed proposals when crafting new research ideas. Conceptual frameworks and root cause analysis are two innovative techniques that can be used during study development to identify flaws and prevent study failures. In addition, conceptual frameworks and root cause analysis can be combined to complement each other to provide both a big picture and detailed view of a study proposal. This article describes these two common analytical methods and provides an example of how they can be used to evaluate and improve a study design by critically examining a previous failed research idea.
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One year follow-up after treatment with CCH for Dupuytren's disease: A prospective view. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2018. [PMID: 29519629 DOI: 10.1016/j.recot.2018.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Aim Clostridium histolyticum collagenase (CCH) is nowadays an alternative treatment for the contracture of Dupuytren. Our objective is to assess its effectiveness at one year in a series of consecutive patients. MATERIAL AND METHOD Prospective study with minimum follow-up of one year. Evaluation of results and adverse effects. RESULTS A total of 75 joints treated in 51 patients were included. The average age was 65.18years (SD: 7.288) and 82.7% were males. The initial mean contraction of the MCP was 34.0 degrees (SD: 27.37), PIP 41.5 degrees (SD: 31.33) and combined impairment (MCF+IFP) of 75.5 degrees (SD: 35.2). Efficacy was achieved in 68 patients (90.7%). Adverse effects were mild and self-limiting. The mean correction for the MCP joint was 28.96 degrees (SD: 26.90) and for PIP it was 28.72 degrees (SD: 24.30). The recurrence rate was 18 (24.0%) joints in 14 patients, being more frequent in severe cases. QuickDASH score showed minimal differences measured before the intervention and once a year. DISCUSSION Our results show a better outcome in mild cases; the outcome was more favourable and with a higher success rate in the MCP joint. QuickDASH score is not a useful tool for the assessment of Dupuytren's contracture. CONCLUSIONS Treatment with CCH for Dupuytren's contracture is an effective treatment in the medium term. It has a poorer outcome in combined joint disorders, 5th finger, PIP and severe cases.
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What do we know about managing Dupuytren's disease cost-effectively? BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2018; 19:34. [PMID: 29370792 PMCID: PMC5785840 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-018-1949-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/18/2017] [Accepted: 01/17/2018] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Dupuytren's disease (DD) is a common and progressive, fibroproliferative disorder of the palmar and digital fascia of the hand. Various treatments have been recommended for advanced disease or to retard progression of early disease and to prevent deterioration of the finger contracture and quality of life. Recent studies have tried to evaluate the clinical and cost-effectiveness of therapies for DD, but there is currently no systematic assessment and appraisal of the economic evaluations. METHODS A systematic literature review was conducted, following PRISMA guidelines, to identify studies reporting economic evaluations of interventions for managing DD. Databases searched included the Ovid MEDLINE/Embase (without time restriction), National Health Service (NHS) Economic Evaluation Database (all years) and the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Journals Library) Health Technology Assessment (HTA). Cost-effectiveness analyses of treating DD were identified and their quality was assessed using the CHEERS assessment tool for quality of reporting and Phillips checklist for model evaluation. RESULTS A total of 103 studies were screened, of which 4 met the study inclusion criteria. Two studies were from the US, one from the UK and one from Canada. They all assessed the same interventions for advanced DD, namely collagenase Clostridium histolyticum injection, percutaneous needle fasciotomy and partial fasciectomy. All studies conducting a cost-utility analysis, two implemented a decision analytic model and two a Markov model approach. None of them were based on a single randomised controlled trial, but rather synthesised evidence from various sources. Studies varied in their time horizon, sources of utility estimates and perspective of analysis. The overall quality of study reporting was good based on the CHEERS checklist. The quality of the model reporting in terms of model structure, data synthesis and model consistency varied across the included studies. CONCLUSION Cost-effectiveness analyses for patients with advanced DD are limited and have applied different approaches with respect to modelling. Future studies should improve the way they are conducted and report their findings according to established guidance for conducting economic modelling of health care technologies. TRIAL REGISTRATION The protocol was registered ( CRD42016032989 ; date 08/01/2016) with the PROSPERO international prospective register of systematic reviews.
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Factors influencing recurrence and progression of Dupuytren’s disease treated by Collagenase Clostridium histolitycum. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2017; 42:859-866. [DOI: 10.1007/s00264-017-3690-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2017] [Accepted: 11/09/2017] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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