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Jlidi M, Bouaicha W, Mallek K, Gharbi MH, Jaziri S, Daas S. A rare concomitant ipsilateral hip and knee dislocations: A case report and review of the literature. SAGE Open Med Case Rep 2024; 12:2050313X241233199. [PMID: 38410690 PMCID: PMC10896048 DOI: 10.1177/2050313x241233199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2023] [Accepted: 01/29/2024] [Indexed: 02/28/2024] Open
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Ipsilateral hip and knee dislocation is a rare and complex injury that usually results from high-energy trauma. Only 14 cases were reported in the literature so far. We report the case of a 35-year-old man who presented with an ipsilateral right hip and knee dislocation after being involved in a road traffic accident. A contralateral floating knee was associated. The hip dislocation was associated to a posterior wall fracture of the acetabulum and a femoral head fracture. The knee dislocation was compound and associated with a patella fracture. The hip dislocation was reduced. The posterior wall and the femoral head fractures were treated conservatively. The knee dislocation was reduced and stabilized by external fixator. Early postoperative infection occurred and was treated surgically. At the last follow-up, the knee was ankylosed at 5° of flexion with a bony bridge between the femoral condyle and the tibial plateau. The patient described an occasional hip pain on exertion. He had full range of motion of the right hip. No avascular necrosis of the femoral head was seen. Outcomes of simultaneous hip and knee dislocation are very variable and remain unpredictable. The timing of reducing the hip joint and the knee.
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Affiliation(s)
- Mohamed Jlidi
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Mohamed Bourguiba Hospital, El Kef, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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Bouaicha W, Jlidi M, Sioud A, Mallek K, Nouicer S, Jaziri S, Achref A, Daas S. Surgical management of tibia refracture with a bent intramedullary nail: A case report and review of the literature. SAGE Open Med Case Rep 2024; 12:2050313X231225338. [PMID: 38205142 PMCID: PMC10777793 DOI: 10.1177/2050313x231225338] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2023] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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Intramedullary nailing is the gold standard for long bone fractures in the lower limbs. Fractures of the tibia with bending of the intramedullary nail is a very uncommon complication. Removing a bent nail is an unpredictable and challenging procedure for any trauma surgeon. We report the case of a 34-year-old man presenting a refractured tibia with a bent intramedullary nail following a motor vehicle accident. We describe the management of this patient as well as a substantial review of the literature to depict the peculiarities of this entity compared to its more commonly reported femoral counterpart. When approaching a deformed tibia nail, standard extraction techniques should be attempted and are more likely to be successful than in deformed femoral nails.
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- Walid Bouaicha
- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Department of Rheumatology, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Mohamed Bourguiba Hospital, Kef, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Military Hospital of Instruction, Tunis, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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Daas S, Jlidi M, Baghdadi N, Bouaicha W, Mallek K, Lamouchi M, Khorbi A. Risk factors for malunion of distal tibia fractures treated by intramedullary nailing. J Orthop Surg Res 2024; 19:5. [PMID: 38169392 PMCID: PMC10762967 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-023-04472-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 12/14/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The treatment of distal tibia fractures (DTF) has historically been a difficult challenge for orthopedic surgeons because of the particular characteristics of this anatomical region. Intra medullary nailing (IMN) remains the best treatment option. However, achieving and maintaining perfect reduction and stable fixation with IMN can be technically challenging due to the large medullary cavity within a short distal fragment. The aim of our study is to determine the risk factors for malunion in DTF treated with IMN. METHODS It is a retrospective study including DTF treated surgically by IMN in the Orthopedics and Trauma Department at a tertiary hospital over a period of 7 years. The quality of reduction was evaluated by radiological assessment of the antero-posterior (AP) and lateral views of the tibia and ankle at the last follow-up. RESULTS Our series included 90 patients with an average age of 44.8 years. Sex-ratio was 2.6. Tobacco use was reported in 35.6% of the patients. Diabetes was present in 11.1% of the patients, and 12.2% of them had open fractures. According to the OTA/AO classification, the majority of injuries were classified as type A1 (76.7%). Fibula fractures were present in 86.7% of cases. The mean follow-up was 48 months. Malunion occurred in 13 cases. Based on the univariate analysis, smoking and dynamic fixation were significantly associated with malunion. In the multiple logistic regression analysis, dynamic fixation was found to be a significant factor that increased the risk of malunion by 7.5 times. CONCLUSION Neither patient demographics nor fracture characteristics were risk factors for malunion. Nevertheless, it should be noted that dynamic nailing must be avoided as it is associated with a higher risk of malunion. Furthermore, one to two medial to lateral distal locking screws provide sufficient stability without the need for additional fibular fixation. TRIAL REGISTRATION Not applicable.
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- Selim Daas
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, Mrezgua, 8050, Nabeul, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, Mrezgua, 8050, Nabeul, Nabeul, Tunisia.
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia.
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, Mrezgua, 8050, Nabeul, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, Mrezgua, 8050, Nabeul, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, Mrezgua, 8050, Nabeul, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, Mrezgua, 8050, Nabeul, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, Mrezgua, 8050, Nabeul, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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Bouaicha W, Jlidi M, Sbaihi S, Gharbi MH, Mallek K, Jaziri S, Daas S. A Modified Dynamic Fixation Technique for Acute Syndesmotic Injuries. Foot Ankle Orthop 2024; 9:24730114241232979. [PMID: 38426008 PMCID: PMC10903226 DOI: 10.1177/24730114241232979] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/02/2024] Open
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- Walid Bouaicha
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
- Radiology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
- Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, Mohamed Bourguiba Hospital, Kef, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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Jlidi M, Bouaicha W, Daas S. An unpredictable complication of femoral reaming: When the reamer gets stuck. Trauma Case Rep 2023; 48:100909. [PMID: 37736092 PMCID: PMC10509347 DOI: 10.1016/j.tcr.2023.100909] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/13/2023] [Indexed: 09/23/2023] Open
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Intramedullary nailing has become the gold standard in surgical treatment for long bones shaft fractures. Many intraoperative complications may occur. We report an unusual complication of trapped bone fragments between the reamer and the cortex during intramedullary nailing of a simple femur shaft fracture. All Attempts to withdraw the reamer were unsuccessful. The fragments had to be removed through an open incision. This complication was probably caused by a migrated chip of cortical bone fragment from the inner cortex which caused incarceration of the reamer. If a loose intramedullary fragment is noted during nailing, it must absolutely not be ignored.
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- Mohamed Jlidi
- Corresponding author at: AFH city, Mrezgua, Nabeul, Nabeul, Tunisia.
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- University of Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- University of Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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Bouaicha W, Jlidi M, Elarbi M, Mallek K, Jaziri S, Abdennadher A, Daas S. Surgical management of neck of femur fractures in patients younger than sixty-five years: a comparative study of three fixation methods. Int Orthop 2023; 47:3099-3106. [PMID: 37801123 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-023-05997-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2023] [Accepted: 09/23/2023] [Indexed: 10/07/2023]
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PURPOSE Several surgical implants have been used for the treatment of neck of femur fracture (NOF) in younger patients such as dynamic hip screw (DHS) and cannulated compression screw. However, the superiority of one or another osteosynthesis device remains a matter of debate. The aim of this work is to evaluate and compare three fixation modalities: Cannulated Hip Screws (CHS), DHS and DHS associated to anti-rotating screw for surgical treatment of femoral neck fracture in young adults. METHODS It is a retrospective comparative study of three series of NOF fractures treated surgically over a period of ten years; including young adult patients (age > 18 years and < 65 years) treated conservatively using closed or open reduction and internal fixation. All types of NOF fractures according to Garden classification were included. Pathological, basi-cervical fractures and fractures on previously operated hips were excluded. The minimum follow-up recommended was two years. Clinical evaluation was based on the Postel Merle d'Aubigné score (PMA), the visual analogue scale (VAS), the Parker score, and the Hip Disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (HOOS score). Reduction quality was assessed on X-rays. RESULTS Our series included 72 patients that were divided in three groups: Group A: Fixation using cannulated hip screws (33 patients). Group B: Fixation using DHS only (21 patients). Group C: Fixation using DHS associated to anti-rotation screw (18 patients). The patients of group A had better PMA and VAS scores, but there was no statistically significant difference. However, a significant difference (p=0.001) was found for the HOOS score. The fractures treated with DHS associated with anti-rotating screws, had the highest loss of reduction in the vertical axis (Yp) with the highest femoral head collapse (Zp) values. Group A had the lowest loss of reduction in the horizontal axis (Xp). There was no significant difference between the three methods of osteosynthesis in terms of loss of correction though. CONCLUSION We found comparable results in terms of healing and complication rates and loss of reduction for the three groups with no significant difference. However, the HOOS score was significantly better in the cannulated hip screw group.
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- Walid Bouaicha
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia.
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia.
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
- Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, Mohamed Bourguiba Hospital, El Kef, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Military Hospital of Instruction, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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Bouaicha W, Jlidi M, Nechi S, Lammouchi M, Sbaihi S, Daas S. An unusually aggressive multiple non-ossifying fibroma of the distal tibia and fibula: A case report. Bone Rep 2023; 19:101721. [PMID: 37859796 PMCID: PMC10582832 DOI: 10.1016/j.bonr.2023.101721] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2023] [Revised: 10/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/10/2023] [Indexed: 10/21/2023] Open
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Background and purpose Non-ossifying fibroma (NOF) is one of the most commonly seen benign bone tumours. Although renowned for their benign behaviour and tendency for spontaneous healing, these tumours can occasionally exhibit an aggressive course. Few published papers have focused on the treatment options of symptomatic NOFs.The aim of this case report is to discuss the clinical presentation of a painful and unusually aggressive multiple NOF of the distal tibia in a female adolescent patient. Case presentation The case of a 17-year-old female patient who was complaining of a painful swollen right lower leg for the past few months. The symptoms became gradually worse, preventing her from sporting activities and becoming more and more debilitating. The patient was diagnosed with a particularly aggressive multiple non-ossifying fibroma of the distal tibia and fibula. She was treated with lesion curettage, bone grafting and external fixation with good clinical and radiological outcomes. Conclusion Non-ossifying fibroma is a benign lesion that only requires observation in most of the cases. However, symptomatic lesions with aggressive behaviour or complicated with pathologic fracture may warrant surgical intervention.
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- Walid Bouaicha
- Orthopaedics and Trauma department, M.T.M Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- University of Tunis el Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopaedics and Trauma department, M.T.M Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- University of Tunis el Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Histopathology department, M.T.M Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- University of Tunis el Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopaedics and Trauma department, M.T.M Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- University of Tunis el Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Radiology department, M.T.M Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- University of Tunis el Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopaedics and Trauma department, M.T.M Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- University of Tunis el Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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Jlidi M, Bouaicha W, Nouicer S, Mallek K, Chaabane I, Bachrouch S, Daas S. Sternoclavicular septic arthritis in a healthy adult: A case report and a review of the literature. SAGE Open Med Case Rep 2023; 11:2050313X231212831. [PMID: 38022866 PMCID: PMC10666677 DOI: 10.1177/2050313x231212831] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/21/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023] Open
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Sternoclavicular joint septic arthritis is rare and commonly associated with specific risk factors. We report the case of a 58-year-old female with no previous medical or surgical history who presented complaining of a warm, indurated mass overlying the right sternoclavicular joint. Computed tomography of the chest showed erosion of the sternal end of the clavicle and the manubrium sternum associated with thickening of the synovium and a sternoclavicular joint space narrowing, suggestive of an infective process. Intraoperative finds a purulent collection extending both over the clavicle and the sternum. Limited destruction of small parts of the sternoclavicular joint was noted. The abscess was drained. Simple debridement and limited curettage were preferred to en bloc resection given the limited size of necrotic tissues. Sternoclavicular joint septic arthritis is a condition with significant morbidity and potential mortality. All medical practitioners must maintain a high degree of suspicion, even in healthy patients, as it can lead to serious complications.
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- Mohamed Jlidi
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Hospital of Mohamed Taher Maâmouri, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Hospital of Mohamed Taher Maâmouri, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Infectious Disease Department, Hospital of Mohamed Taher Maâmouri, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Hospital of Mohamed Taher Maâmouri, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
- Infectious Disease Department, Hospital of Mohamed Taher Maâmouri, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
- Infectious Disease Department, Hospital of Mohamed Taher Maâmouri, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Hospital of Mohamed Taher Maâmouri, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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Bouaicha W, Nouicer S, Jlidi M, Chaabane I, Bachrouch S, Tounsi H, Mallek K, Daas S. Extraspinal osteoarticular tuberculosis: A diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. Int J Mycobacteriol 2023; 12:508-512. [PMID: 38149552 DOI: 10.4103/ijmy.ijmy_154_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2023] Open
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Tuberculosis (TB) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality, representing a challenge for health-care providers worldwide. Extraspinal osteoarticular tuberculosis (ESOTB) represents a rare location of TB. We aim to describe ESOTB focusing on clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic characteristics of this entity. We report a retrospective case series of patients diagnosed with ESOTB, treated, and followed up between 2015 and 2022. The diagnosis was based either on bacteriological results (culture and polymerase chain reaction [PCR]) or histological analysis. Five patients with confirmed ESOTB, three women and two men, with a mean age of 46.4 (16-72), were enrolled in study. The affected sites were the elbow (one case), the shoulder (one case), the greater trochanter (one case), the second metatarsal (one case), and the distal interphalangeal joint (one case). The mean delay to diagnosis was 5.8 months (3-10)]. The most common symptoms on presentation were pain (all cases), swelling (all cases), and limited joint range of motion (all cases). One case presented with a draining sinus (20%). Radiological findings were soft tissue swelling (two cases) and periarticular bone destruction (all cases). Four patients presented with pathognomonic histology. PCR was performed in two patients and was positive in both of them. All cases were cured after 9-12 months of oral TB treatment without relapse for the 12-18 months of follow-up. Only one patient underwent surgery for abscess drainage to gain local infection control. ESOTB is a mysterious condition that must not be overlooked and should be suspected in cases of long-standing bone and joint pain and swelling.
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- Walid Bouaicha
- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul; Faculty of Medicine, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul; Faculty of Medicine, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis; Department of Internal Medicine, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis; Department of Internal Medicine, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis; Department of Internal Medicine, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul; Faculty of Medicine, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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Jlidi M, Bouaicha W, Gharbi MH, Mallek K, Jaziri S, Sbaihi S, Daas S. Unusual case of lateral subtalar joint dislocation associated with calcaneal fracture and lateral malleolus fracture. Trauma Case Rep 2023; 47:100897. [PMID: 37608877 PMCID: PMC10440356 DOI: 10.1016/j.tcr.2023.100897] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 08/09/2023] [Indexed: 08/24/2023] Open
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Introduction Subtalar dislocation is defined by a simultaneous total separation of the talocalcaneal and talonavicular joints. Lateral variety is the rarest. It is the result of a high energy trauma. It occurs following forced eversion, with the foot locked in a rut with pressure on the lateral aspect of the leg. Articular fractures of the calcaneus occur as a result of axial impact on the greater tuberosity.We report the case of a lateral subtalar dislocation associated with a calcaneal fracture. Case presentation A 62-year-old man who presented to the emergency room following a 9 m fall. Initial examination revealed a swelling of the right foot and ankle with a deformity giving the appearance of a "flat foot" without skin opening. The neuro-vascular examination was normal.A radiological assessment including an antero-posterior and lateral X-ray of the right ankle and a axial view if the calcaneus, showed a calcaneal articular fracture and a lateral dislocation of the subtalar joint. CT scan confirmed the diagnosis. Closed reduction by external maneuvers failed. Through a lateral mini-approach centered on the subtalar joint, open reduction of the dislocation was achieved and controlled fluoroscopically. Osteosynthesis of the calcaneal fracture was performed using a percutaneous pinning. Consolidation was obtained at 3 months post-operatively.At the last follow-up, the patient reported occasional pain. The radiological assessment showed early arthritic changes of the subtalar joint. Conclusion In rare cases of subtalar dislocation, the direction of displacement, associated bone injuries, and open reduction would be responsible for a poor functional outcome. At present, there is no certain way to avoid subtalar osteoarthritis.
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- Mohamed Jlidi
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- University of Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- University of Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, Mohamed Bourguiba Hospital, Kef, Tunisia
- University of Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- University of Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
- Radiological Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- University of Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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Mohamed J, Bouaicha W, Lamouchi M, Ammar AB, Jaziri S, Daas S. Comparison of the results of the synthesis of Schatzker II and III tibial plateau fractures by screwing versus plate. Int Orthop 2023:10.1007/s00264-023-05849-z. [PMID: 37289239 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-023-05849-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2023] [Accepted: 05/21/2023] [Indexed: 06/09/2023]
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PURPOSE Lateral tibial plateau fractures with depression are the most common. Their treatment is currently surgical. Many therapeutic procedures have been described. Our aim is to evaluate the results of open surgery and to compare the two internal fixation methods used: lag screw versus plates. MATERIALS AND METHODS This is a retrospective comparative study of two series of tibial plateau fractures Schatzker types II and III treated surgically over a period of ten years with two different methods: Group A: Internal fixation using screws for 86 patients. Group B: Internal fixation using plates for 71 patients. Functional and anatomical results were assessed according to Rasmussen's clinical and radiological scores. RESULTS The patients' average age was 44 years (range from 18 to 76). The male gender was predominant (104 males and 53 females). Road traffic accidents were the most common aetiology with over two thirds of the cases. The fractures were type Schatzker II in 61% of the cases. The mean follow-up was five years. Although the clinical and radiological Rasmussen scores were better in group A (internal fixation with lag screws), those differences were statistically insignificant (p = 0.6 and p = 0.8). Group A clinical and radiological scores were 26.06 and 16.57, respectively and those of group B were 25.72 and 16.45. We noticed more sepsis and skin complications and a longer operating time (95 min versus 70 min) in group B patients with a statistically significant difference. None of the patients of our series had bone grafting. CONCLUSION For Schatzker II and III fractures, an internal fixation with lag screws would be preferable when possible especially in the case of a pure depression fracture. It yields satisfactory results with a shorter operating time and less complication rate.
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- Jlidi Mohamed
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, 8050, Mrezgua, Nabeul, Tunisia.
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia.
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, 8050, Mrezgua, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, 8050, Mrezgua, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, 8050, Mrezgua, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
- Department of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care, Mohamed Bourguiba Hospital, Kef, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, AFH City, 8050, Mrezgua, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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Sbai MA, Bouaicha W, Sbei F, Mrad SB, Hafdhallah FB. An extensor tenosynovitis complicated with extensor tendon rupture revealing a hand tuberculosis. Int J Mycobacteriol 2023; 12:200-203. [PMID: 37338485 DOI: 10.4103/ijmy.ijmy_82_23] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/21/2023] Open
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Tuberculous hand tenosynovitis is a rare localization of tuberculosis. It is dominated by flexor tendon involvement; tenosynovitis of the extensor tendons is exceptional. The diagnosis is usually delayed and sometimes overlooked because of the paucity and the chronicity of the symptoms and signs with the patients often seen at the stage of tendon rupture. We, hereby, report the case of a tuberculous tenosynovitis of the extensors of the left hand having evolved into a ruptured extensor tendons to the 4th and 5th digits. The surgical treatment in conjunction with the antituberculous drugs resulted in the healing of this condition.
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- Mohamed Ali Sbai
- Department of Aesthetic and Burns, M.T. Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, M.T. Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, CTGB Hospital, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of Aesthetic and Burns, M.T. Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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Jlidi M, Bouaicha W, Ayachi M, Lamouchi M, Aloui S, Ben Salem A, M'farej K, Daas S. Intra-articular osteolipoma of the elbow: A case report and a review of the literature. Bone Rep 2022; 18:101645. [PMID: 36545325 PMCID: PMC9761366 DOI: 10.1016/j.bonr.2022.101645] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2022] [Revised: 12/07/2022] [Accepted: 12/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Introduction Lipomas are the most common benign mesenchymal tumors. The intra-articular localization is exceptional.We report the first case of an intra-articular osteolipoma at the elbow. Case report A 36-year-old patient with no pathological history, presented to the emergency room with a two weeks history of a painless, progressively left elbow swelling in a context of apyrexia.Physical examination revealed a hot, edematous left elbow. The gentle mobilization of the joint was painless. Biologie was normal. Initial radiograph showed a well-defined lobular image. Ultrasound revealed an anechoic intra-articular collection associated to a synovium hyperaemia and the MRI shows an aspect of synovitis. An arthrotomy was done via an internal approach of the elbow. Joint fluid was red. A free ossified intraarticular mass was discovered. Bacteriological samples were sterile. Histological examination concluded to an osteolipoma with no histological signs of malignancy. At the last 3-year follow-up, the patient didn't report any pain or functional discomfort. Elbow mobility was complete, with the absence of recurrences. Discussion Osteolipoma is defined as a histological variant of lipoma having undergone bone metaplasia. Allen found 06 cases in a series of 635 lipomas over five years. Pain has not been reported in the literature. In our case the pain was explained by the interposition of the tumoral mass between the articular surfaces. Histological examination confirms the diagnosis and recurrences are rare. Conclusion Osteolipoma is an extremely rare entity of mesenchymal tumors whose intra-articular location, although exceptional, does not worsen the prognosis.
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- M. Jlidi
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia,University of Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia,Corresponding author at: Mrezgua, Nabeul, Tunisia.
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia,University of Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Radiology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Radiology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Histpathology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia,University of Tunis El Manar, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, Tunisia
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Bouaicha W, Jlidi M, Bellila S, Daas S, Ben Ammar A, Sbai MA, Khorbi A. Comparative study of Iselin’s technique for the treatment of Bennett’s fracture with large and small fragments. SAGE Open Med 2022; 10:20503121221105569. [PMID: 35784664 PMCID: PMC9244948 DOI: 10.1177/20503121221105569] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2021] [Accepted: 05/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Objective: The thumb is very exposed to trauma due to its position and function. Fractures of the base of the first metacarpal bone are very frequent in hand traumatology. Most Bennett’s fractures are treated surgically. However, the optimal surgical approach is controversial. The aim of this study is to compare the results of closed reduction and percutaneous pinning in the treatment of Bennett’s fracture of the base of firsthand metacarpal in fractures with both small and large fragments. Methods: We studied retrospectively the data of 40 patients treated for a Bennett’s fracture in the department of orthopaedic and traumatologic surgery between January 2016 and December 2018. The purpose of this study was to compare the functional (pain, grip strength, first web space opening and thumb opposition) and radiological (quality of reduction and arthritic changes) results of the Iselin’s technique for the treatment of Bennett’s fractures in two groups of patients with large and small bone fragments according to the size of articular surface detached with the antero-medial fragment (superior or inferior to 25%). Results: The average age of the patients was 34 (range = 19–66) years. Males were by far the most affected (90%). We noted 24 cases of large fragment fractures (60%) and 16 cases of small fragment fracture (40%). An excellent overall functional result was found in 68.8% of cases of small fragment fractures versus 50% of cases of large fragment fractures. Radiological results were roughly similar. Conclusion: All surgical techniques aim to restore the articular congruence to the best, maintain the opening of the first web space and obtain a stable and painless trapezo-metacarpal joint. The Iselin’s technique is simple, inexpensive and easy to perform even by inexperienced surgeons. It yields satisfactory results in most cases of Bennett’s fracture regardless of the size of the fragment.
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- Walid Bouaicha
- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
- Walid Bouaicha, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Avenue Ezzeddine Chelbi, Mrezga, Nabeul 8000, Tunisia.
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- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
- Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
- Department of Burns and Plastic Surgery, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Mohamed Taher Maamouri Hospital, Nabeul, Tunisia
- Faculty of Medicine of Tunis, University of Tunis El Manar, Tunis, Tunisia
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Jlidi M, Bouaicha W, Lamouchi M, Sbaihi S, Zaier A, Daas S. Anterior trans-olecranial dislocation of the elbow in children: A case report of an unusual form of elbow dislocation and review of literature. Int J Surg Case Rep 2022; 95:107178. [PMID: 35605350 PMCID: PMC9127566 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2022.107178] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2022] [Revised: 04/28/2022] [Accepted: 05/06/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Trans-olecranial fracture-dislocations are rare injuries in children. It's a real therapeutic emergency. Periosteum incarceration needs to be considered if closed reduction failed. Treated early, the results are good.
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