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Kaya O, Tosun HB, Kürüm H, Serbest S, Uludağ A, Ayas O. Comparative Study of Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis (MIPO) and Intramedullary Nailing (IMN) for Treating Extraarticular Distal Tibial Fractures: Clinical and Radiological Outcomes. Med Sci Monit 2023; 29:e942154. [PMID: 37885268 PMCID: PMC10588510 DOI: 10.12659/msm.942154] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2023] [Accepted: 09/02/2023] [Indexed: 10/28/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Treatment of extra-articular distal tibial fractures is problematic owing to limited soft tissue cover, poor vascularity of the location, and adjacency to the ankle, and thus continues to be controversial. This study aimed to compare clinical and radiological outcomes in 69 patients with extra-articular distal tibia fractures treated with minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) and an interlocking intramedullary nail (IMN). MATERIAL AND METHODS Sixty-nine patients, with mean of age 39.8±18.3 years, were retrospectively evaluated. Thirty-five patients were treated with IMN, and 34 patients were treated with MIPO. Clinical and radiological outcomes were evaluated. RESULTS The average follow-up was 13.3±6 months and union time was 16.2±5.4 weeks. Nonunion was observed in only 4.3% of patients treated with MIPO (P=0.114). Non-acceptable malalignment of extremity was observed in 4.3% of patients with IMN and 7.2% of patients with MIPO. There were no significant differences in union time, nonunion, surgical timing, operating time, malalignment, and complications between groups (P>0.05). The mean American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) surgery score was 95.8±5 in IMN and 91.9±14.3 in MIPO. AOFAS, Tenny-Wiss radiological, and Ovadia-Beals clinical scores were better in IMN than MIPO (P=0.019, P=0.03, P=0.02, respectively). Mean time of full weight-bearing and of return to daily life with IMN was significantly shorter than with MIPO (P.
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- Oğuz Kaya
- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Health Sciences University, Faculty of Medicine, Elazig Fethi Sekin City Hospital, Elazig, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Health Sciences University, Faculty of Medicine, Elazig Fethi Sekin City Hospital, Elazig, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Ergani State Hospital, Diyarbakır, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Kırıkkale University, Faculty of Medicine, Kırıkkale, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Adiyaman University, Faculty of Medicine, Adiyaman, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Health Sciences University, Faculty of Medicine, Elazig Fethi Sekin City Hospital, Elazig, Turkey
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Valerio MS, Edwards JB, Dolan CP, Motherwell JM, Potter BK, Dearth CL, Goldman SM. Effect of Targeted Cytokine Inhibition on Progression of Post-Traumatic Osteoarthritis Following Intra-Articular Fracture. Int J Mol Sci 2023; 24:13606. [PMID: 37686412 PMCID: PMC10487447 DOI: 10.3390/ijms241713606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/27/2023] [Revised: 08/24/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/10/2023] Open
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Intra-articular fractures (IAF) result in significant and prolonged inflammation, increasing the chances of developing post-traumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA). Interleukin-one beta (IL-1β) and Tumor Necrosis Factor-alpha (TNF-α) are key inflammatory factors shown to be involved in osteochondral degradation following IAF. As such, use of targeted biologics such as Infliximab (INX), a TNF-α inhibitor, and Anakinra (ANR), an interleukin-one (IL-1) receptor antagonist (IL1RA), may protect against PTOA by damping the inflammatory response to IAF and reducing osteochondral degradation. To test this hypothesis, IAFs were induced in the hindlimb knee joints of rats treated with INX at 10 mg/kg/day, ANR at 100 g/kg/day, or saline (vehicle control) by subcutaneous infusion for a period of two weeks and healing was evaluated at 8-weeks post injury. Serum and synovial fluid (SF) were analyzed for soluble factors. In-vivo microcomputed tomography (µCT) scans assessed bone mineral density and bone morphometry measurements. Cationic CA4+ agent assessed articular cartilage composition via ex vivo µCT. Scoring according to the Osteoarthritis Research Society International (OARSI) guidelines was performed on stained histologic tibia sections at the 56-day endpoint on a 0-6 scale. Systemically, ANR reduced many pro-inflammatory cytokines and reduced osteochondral degradation markers Cross Linked C-Telopeptide Of Type II (CTXII, p < 0.05) and tartrate-resistant acid phosphatase (TRAP, p < 0.05). ANR treatment resulted in increased chemokines; macrophage-chemotractant protein-1 (MCP-1), MPC-3, macrophage inhibitory protein 2 (MIP2) with a concomitant decrease in proinflammatory interleukin-17A (IL17A) at 14 days post-injury within the SF. Microcomputed tomography (µCT) at 56 days post-injury revealed ANR Treatment decreased epiphyseal degree of anisotropy (DA) (p < 0.05) relative to saline. No differences were found with OARSI scoring but contrast-enhanced µCT revealed a reduction in glycosaminoglycan content with ANR treatment. These findings suggest targeted cytokine inhibition, specifically IL-1 signaling, as a monotherapy has minimal utility for improving IAF healing outcomes but may have utility for promoting a more permissive inflammatory environment that would allow more potent disease modifying osteoarthritis drugs to mitigate the progression of PTOA after IAF.
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- Michael S. Valerio
- Research & Surveillance Division, DoD-VA Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
- Department of Surgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
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- Research & Surveillance Division, DoD-VA Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
- Department of Surgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
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- Research & Surveillance Division, DoD-VA Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
- Department of Surgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Bethesda, MD 20889, USA
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- Research & Surveillance Division, DoD-VA Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
- Department of Surgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
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- Research & Surveillance Division, DoD-VA Extremity Trauma and Amputation Center of Excellence, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
- Department of Surgery, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA
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Malhotra G, Al Bahri ZH, Elsayed AOA, Komma VNR, Patil R. Hemihamate arthroplasties in pilon fractures: a modified approach and experience in 30 patients. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 2021; 46:928-935. [PMID: 33904323 DOI: 10.1177/17531934211008056] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Hemihamate arthroplasty is an established method of managing difficult Pilon fractures of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint. We present our experience in 30 patients, whose injuries were further complicated by severe comminution and late presentations. Several modifications were utilized, including preoperative distraction, use of smaller size grafts and functional release of collaterals. The average follow-up period was 28 months (range 18 to 28). Postoperatively, the average range of flexion at the PIP joint improved from 30° (range 20° to 45°) preoperatively to 104° (90° to 110°) at the final follow-up. The average extension lag was 6° (0° to 20°). Five patients required secondary procedures and no patient had a recurrent dorsal dislocation. We propose these modifications in the use of hemihamate arthroplasty for the management of difficult PIP joint fractures.Level of evidence: IV.
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- Gopal Malhotra
- Department of Hand and Microvascular Surgery, Khoula Hospital, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
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- Department of Hand and Microvascular Surgery, Khoula Hospital, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
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- Department of Hand and Microvascular Surgery, Khoula Hospital, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman
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Duarte-Silva M, Rodeia J, Gomes TM, Guerra-Pinto F. Irreducible Acute Patellar Dislocation due to a New Anatomical Variant - the Notched Patella. Rev Bras Ortop 2019; 54:90-4. [PMID: 31363251 DOI: 10.1016/j.rboe.2017.12.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/05/2017] [Accepted: 07/18/2017] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Irreducible patella dislocations are rare and are usually associated with complex mechanisms. The authors report the clinical case of an irreducible lateral patellar dislocation due to an anatomical variant. The authors assisted a 16-year-old patient who presented with a lateral patella dislocation that was impossible to reduce by closed manipulation, even under general anesthesia. During the imaging study, the computed tomography (CT) exam showed a notch in the medial facet of the patella, impacted in the lateral condyle, which prevented the reduction. This anatomical variant was later confirmed during surgery. In a bilateral follow-up CT, this variant was also present in the contralateral, normal knee, excluding traumatic reshaping as the reason for this patellar notch. The authors used a medial parapatellar approach for open reduction of the dislocation and to repair the medial retinaculum. According to Wiberg, there are three different patella types. The authors describe a variation of type III patella with a notch in the medial border that is not included in the previous classification. They emphasize the importance of a CT study in the presence of an irreducible dislocation and the recognition of this anatomical variant of the patella, as further aggressive maneuvers have proven to be unsuccessful. Open reduction appears to be the best option in this scenario.
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Labronici PJ, Faria GGP, Pedro BM, Serra MDFA, Pires RES, Tamontini JL. Böhler's Angle-Comparison Between the pre- and Postoperative in Displaced Intra-Articular Calcaneal Fractures. Rev Bras Ortop 2019; 54:156-64. [PMID: 31363261 DOI: 10.1016/j.rbo.2017.12.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/16/2017] [Accepted: 12/07/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Objective
To compare pre- and postoperative variation of radiographic measurements of the Böhler angle (BA) in fractures with two types of deviations: severe and moderate.
Methods
Pre- and postoperative BAs in 31 calcaneal fracture radiographs were retrospectively analyzed. A total of 4 patients were female (6.5%) and 26 were male (83.9%), with age ranging from 23 to 72 years old, and a mean age of 44.5 years old.
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The results show that the postoperative BA was significantly larger than the preoperative BA (
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In the global analysis, the postoperative BAs were, on average, significantly higher than the preoperative measurements. The farther from the normal range (20° to 40°) the preoperative angle is, the greater the difference after the surgery. When the preoperative angle was normal, the postoperative angle was, on average, 1.28 times the preoperative measurement. If the preoperative BA was abnormal, the postoperative angle was, on average, 17.3 times the preoperative measurement. It was demonstrated that more severe fractures present better anatomic results when compared with moderate fractures. The present study also confirms a good interobserver correlation for the BA.
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Pires RE, Waldolato G, Jr EOS, Wajnsztejn A, Labronici PJ, Giordano V. Calf Augmentation Implant Disruption Following a Tibial Plateau Fracture Fixation: An Extremely Rare Complication. J Orthop Case Rep 2019; 9:91-94. [PMID: 32548014 PMCID: PMC7276624 DOI: 10.13107/jocr.2250-0685.1550] [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] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Introduction: Calf augmentation is a procedure to enhance leg contour, therefore, providing better aesthetic aspect. Patient satisfaction is extremely high, and reported complications following this procedure are rare. Case Report: The aim of this study is to report an as yet described complication related to calf implants: Prosthesis disruption in a 60-year-old female patient who fell downstairs and presented a closed bicondylar tibial plateau fracture on the right knee (Schatzker V). Conclusion: We believe this case report can alert orthopaedic surgeons to carefully evaluate leg images in traumatized extremities and look for calf augmentation implants, especially in unconscious patients.
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- Robinson E Pires
- Department of the Locomotor Apparatus, Federal University of Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, FelicioRocho Hospital, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, FelicioRocho Hospital, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, FelicioRocho Hospital, Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Albert Einstein Hospital, São Paulo, Brazil
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Fluminense Federal University, Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Department of Orthopaedic Trauma, Miguel Couto Hospital, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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Tong L, Li M, Li F, Xu J, Hu T. A minimally invasive (sinus tarsi) approach with percutaneous K-wires fixation for intra-articular calcaneal fractures in children. J Pediatr Orthop B 2018; 27:556-62. [PMID: 30113912 DOI: 10.1097/BPB.0000000000000532] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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The aim of this study was to analyze the management of displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures in children at our pediatric orthopedic and to determine the results following open reduction via minimally invasive sinus tarsi approach and fixation with Kirschner wires (K-wires). Overall, 25 available cases of calcaneal fractures in children with mean age of 9.8 years were treated by open reduction from January 2010 to December 2015. All patients were followed up from 12 to 30 months (mean: 19 months). Clinical functional outcomes were graded using the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society hindfoot scores. Radiographic evaluation included measurement of the Bohler's angle and Gissane's angle of the calcaneus on the lateral view. All fractures healed within 3 months. According to the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society foot scoring system, the mean scores of type II fractures were 92.7±2.1, type III 90.2±1.8, and type IV 89.7±2.7 at the latest follow-up. The preoperative and postoperative Bohler's angles were 17.1°±10.7° and 35.9°±6.7° in Sanders type II fractures, 14.4°±11.5° and 34.7°±8.5° in type III, 9.3°±9.7° and 35.1°±4.9° in type IV, respectively. The preoperative and postoperative Gissane's angles were 102.6°±11.5° and 125.7°±7.8° in Sanders type II fractures, 101.7°±9.1° and 117.5°±10.8° (P<0.05) in type III, and 104.7°±5.1° and 122.8°±9.1° (P<0.05) in type IV, respectively. No secondary arthrosis has been observed so far. No deep infection and wound necrosis occurred. One patient had superficial infection around K-wires that was managed using dressings. Treatment of calcaneal fractures in children by open reduction by sinus tarsi approach and K-wires fixation is a safe and effective method with low incidence of complications.
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Majeed H, Barrie J, Munro W, McBride D. Minimally invasive reduction and percutaneous fixation versus open reduction and internal fixation for displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures: A systematic review of the literature. EFORT Open Rev 2018; 3:418-425. [PMID: 30233817 PMCID: PMC6129959 DOI: 10.1302/2058-5241.3.170043] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [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] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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The aim of this article is to systematically identify and analyse research evidence available to compare the outcomes of minimally invasive reduction and percutaneous fixation (MIRPF) versus open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) for displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures. Articles from 2000 to 2016 were searched through MEDLINE (PubMed), Cochrane Library, Embase, ScienceDirect, Scopus and ISI Web of Knowledge using Boolean logic and text words. Of the 570 articles identified initially, nine were selected including three randomized controlled trials and six retrospective comparative studies. All nine studies had a total of 1031 patients with 1102 displaced intra-articular calcaneal fractures. Mean follow-up was 33 months. Of these, 602 (54.6%) were treated with MIRPF and 500 (45.4%) were treated with ORIF. Overall incidence of wound-related complications in patients treated with MIRPF was 4.3% (0% to 13%) compared with 21.2% (11.7% to 35%) in the ORIF group Functional outcomes were reported to be better in the minimally invasive group in all studies; however, the results did not reach statistical significance in some studies. All the studies had methodological flaws that put them at either ‘unclear’ or ‘high’ risk of bias for multiple domains. Overall quality of the available evidence is poor in support of either surgical technique due to small sample size, flaws in study designs and high risk of bias for various elements. Individual studies have reported minimally invasive techniques to be an effective alternative with lower risk of wound complications and better functional outcomes.
Cite this article: EFORT Open Rev 2018;3:418-425. DOI: 10.1302/2058-5241.3.170043
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To observe the clinical outcome of the sinus tarsi approach in the operative treatment of intra-articular calcaneal fractures.Forty-nine intra-articular calcaneal fractures in 45 patients were managed surgically with sinus tarsi approach. The anatomical plate and compression bolts were applied in 14 feet. The anatomical plate and screws were applied in 35 feet. Maryland foot score system was used to evaluate the function of the hindfoot at the followup.The reduction of the posterior facet was graded as nearly anatomical (less than 2 mm articular displacement) in 46 feet (93.9%). The width, height, and Böhler angle were significantly improved in all patients (P < .01). After a mean follow-up period of 18.7 months (14.5-29 months), the Maryland foot scores were: 34 feet scored 90-100 points (excellent), 6 feet scored 80-90 points (good), 6 feet scored 70-80 points (fair), and 3 feet scored 60-70 points (poor). Incision-edge necrosis occurred in 2 cases. One case suffered from incomplete medial plantar nerve injury. One case suffered from heel pad branch of the tibial nerve injury. Six cases suffered from sural nerve injury, and 4 cases sustained a lateral wound dehiscence due to a hematoma. No case suffered from lateral impingement syndrome. Up to now, no patient had to accept subtalar arthrodesis.Sinus tarsi approach provides good exposure to the subtalar joint. Open reduction and internal fixation of calcaneus fractures through a sinus tarsi approach allows adequate reduction with low risk of wound-healing complications.
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Results of the treatment of intra-articular fractures of the distal tibia have improved significantly during the last two decades.Recognition of the role of soft tissues has led to the development of a staged treatment strategy. At the first stage, joint-bridging external fixation and fibular fixation are performed. This leads to partial reduction of the distal tibial fracture and allows time for the healing of soft tissues and detailed surgical planning.Definitive open reduction and internal fixation of the tibial fracture is performed at a second stage, when the condition of the soft tissues is safe. The preferred surgical approach(es) is chosen based on the fracture morphology as determined from standard radiographic views and computed tomography.Meticulous atraumatic soft-tissue handling and the use of modern fixation techniques for the metaphyseal component such as minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis further facilitate healing. Cite this article: EFORT Open Rev 2017;2:352-361. DOI: 10.1302/2058-5241.2.150047.
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- Alexandre Sitnik
- Belarus Republic Scientific and Practical Center for Traumatology and Orthopedics, Kizhevatova str 60-4, 220024 Minsk, Belarus
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- Belarus Republic Scientific and Practical Center for Traumatology and Orthopedics, Kizhevatova str 60-4, 220024 Minsk, Belarus
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Tekin AÇ, Çakar M, Esenyel CZ, Adaş M, Bayraktar MK, Özcan Y, Saygılı MS, Tekin ZN. An evaluation of meniscus tears in lateral tibial plateau fractures and repair results. J Back Musculoskelet Rehabil 2016; 29:845-851. [PMID: 27062468 DOI: 10.3233/bmr-160698] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Soft tissue injuries may co-occur with tibial plateau fractures. These injuries may include medial or lateral ligament ruptures, peroneal nerve lesions, anterior cruciate ligament ruptures, and meniscus tears. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to investigate the frequency of meniscus tears in lateral tibial plateau fractures and to evaluate the clinical and radiological results of meniscus repairs. MATERIALS AND METHOD The study included 19 patients who underwent surgery for a closed lateral tibial plateau fracture. Anteroposterior and lateral radiographs of the knee, followed by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations, were undertaken for all cases. The clinical and radiological evaluation of the surgical treatment results was performed according to the Rasmussen criteria. RESULTS Meniscus lesions were found in 10 (52.6%) patients. Nine meniscus tears were found in patients with type 2 fractures, and one meniscus tear was found in a patient with a type 3 fracture. All of the menisci were separated from the peripheral capsule adhesion point. On the MRI examination during follow-up, all of the repaired lateral menisci were determined to be in their original anatomic location. CONCLUSION For successful outcomes in lateral plateau fractures, it is essential to determine whether there is a meniscus tear. In cases with meniscus tears, meniscus repair can be easily performed and should be considered because it has a positive impact on the treatment outcome.
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- Ali Çağrı Tekin
- Orthopaedics and Traumatology Clinic, Okmeydanı Research and Training Hospital, İ!stanbul, Turkey
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- Orthopaedics and Traumatology Clinic, Okmeydanı Research and Training Hospital, İ!stanbul, Turkey
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- Orthopaedics and Traumatology Clinic, Okmeydanı Research and Training Hospital, İ!stanbul, Turkey
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- Orthopaedics and Traumatology Clinic, Okmeydanı Research and Training Hospital, İ!stanbul, Turkey
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- Orthopaedics and Traumatology Clinic, Okmeydanı Research and Training Hospital, İ!stanbul, Turkey
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- Orthopaedics and Traumatology Clinic, Okmeydanı Research and Training Hospital, İ!stanbul, Turkey
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Operative treatment using plate fixation is an important adjunct in the treatment of distal radius fractures, although the evidence for its superiority over other modalities remains limited. We propose a new concept for fractures of the distal radius, based on the three-column model of the distal radius, and on the expanding knowledge about the different fracture patterns obtained by evaluation of the distal radius by computed tomographic (CT) scan. All fracture types can be characterized by subdividing the wrist joint into four corners, each with its own characteristics in terms of mobility, stability, and transfer of forces in the intact distal radius. Recognition of the specific fracture types based on this four-corner concept enables a tailored approach to treatment.
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- P. R. G. Brink
- Department of Traumatology, Maastricht University Medical Center, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Traumatology, Universitätsspital Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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Grewal B, Elliott D, Daniele L, Reidy J. Irreducible Lateral Patellar Dislocation: A Case Report and Literature Review. Ochsner J 2016; 16:180-184. [PMID: 27303231 PMCID: PMC4896665] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Acute patellar dislocation is a common injury in young people, especially in adolescent females and athletes. Lateral dislocation is the most common form of patellar dislocation and often reduces spontaneously or with simple manipulation and closed reduction. We report a rare circumstance in which the patella was irreducible and required manipulation and closed reduction in the operating room. CASE REPORT While dancing, a 32-year-old female was knocked by a fellow dancer on her left knee, and she fell to the nightclub floor. She was unable to stand or bear weight because of the pain, and her knee was in fixed flexion with lateral displacement of the patella. Multiple attempts at closed reduction under sedation failed in the emergency department. Computed tomography (CT) images revealed a medial border patellar fracture and lipohemarthrosis that required closed reduction and manipulation in the operating room. The patient was placed in a Richards splint for follow-up and referred to a physiotherapist for conservative management. CONCLUSION This case highlights the fact that some lateral patellar dislocations are irreducible on initial attempts, particularly if a fracture is present or another mechanism of impingement impedes relocation. CT imaging is a valuable diagnostic tool, and manipulation under anesthesia or open reduction in the operating room may be necessary. Our review of the literature further highlights the complexity and potential problems associated with treatment of locked lateral patellar dislocations.
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- Balvinder Grewal
- Department of Orthopaedics, Gold Coast Health Service, Gold Coast University Hospital, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Gold Coast Health Service, Gold Coast University Hospital, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Gold Coast Health Service, Gold Coast University Hospital, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Gold Coast Health Service, Gold Coast University Hospital, Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia
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Cao L, Weng W, Song S, Mao N, Li H, Cai Y, Zhou Q, Su J. Surgical treatment of calcaneal fractures of Sanders type II and III by a minimally invasive technique using a locking plate. J Foot Ankle Surg 2014; 54:76-81. [PMID: 25441282 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2014.09.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/18/2014] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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The aim of the present study was to investigate the outcomes of surgical treatment of calcaneal fractures of Sanders type II and III using a minimally invasive technique and a locking plate. We reviewed 33 feet in 33 consecutive patients with Sanders type II and III calcaneal fractures who had undergone a minimally invasive technique using percutaneous reduction and locking plates. All operations were performed by the same surgeons. The postoperative evaluation included radiographs, determination of restoration of Böhler's angle and Gissane's angle, and administration of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society ankle-hind foot scale, Maryland Foot Score, and visual analog scale of pain. The mean visual analog scale score was 1.6 ± 1.4 when radiographic fracture healing was observed. The median functional score of the 33 patients (33 feet) reached 82 (interquartile range 80 to 99) at the last follow-up evaluation according to the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society ankle-hind foot scale and 89 (interquartile range 80 to 99) according to Maryland Foot Score. All cases achieved restoration of a normal Böhler's angle and Gissane's angle. Postoperative superficial infections occurred in 2 patients, subtalar arthritis developed in 2, and no soft tissue necrosis was observed. For Sanders type II and III fractures of the calcaneus bone, treatment with a minimally invasive technique combining percutaneous reduction and locking plate fixation provided satisfactory clinical results, with a lower incidence of complications. However, longer term studies with a larger sample size and more randomized controlled trials are required to define the superiority of our minimally invasive technique compared with conventional surgical treatment of calcaneal fractures.
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- Liehu Cao
- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China
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- Clinical Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Changhai Hospital, Second Military Medical University, Shanghai, China.
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Flinkkilä T, Toimela J, Sirniö K, Leppilahti J. Results of parallel plate fixation of comminuted intra-articular distal humeral fractures. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2014; 23:701-7. [PMID: 24745319 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2014.01.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2013] [Revised: 10/29/2013] [Accepted: 01/12/2014] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND This study investigated the results of parallel plate fixation of comminuted distal humeral fractures in a consecutive series of patients. METHODS Parallel plate fixation was used in 47 patients (30 women), mean age 60 years (range 18-98 years), with Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen (AO) type C distal humeral fractures during 2007 to 2011. Medical records and radiographs were retrospectively assessed. Thirty-five patients completed Disabilities of Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) outcome measure and the RAND Medical Outcomes Study 36-Item Short Form (SF-36) Health Survey. Twenty-seven patients underwent clinical examination, Mayo Elbow Performance Score (MEPS) rating, and radiography after 3.9 years (range, 1.6-7.9 years) of follow-up. RESULTS The mean flexion arc was lower on the affected side vs the unaffected elbow (123° vs 140°, P = .03). The mean MEPS was 88; the result was excellent in 14, good in 8, fair in 3, and poor in 2 patients. DASH results indicated slight impairment of upper extremity function compared with the reference value (26 vs 10, P = .001). RAND SF-36 scores indicated normal quality of life compared with reference values from the Finnish population. Forty-four fractures united uneventfully. One case each of nonunion and malunion occurred. One olecranon osteotomy failed to unite. There were 3 cases of infection. Prominent hardware was a common late problem, and plates often required removal. The complication rate was 7 of 47 (15%); 4 of these patients (9%) required reoperation. The hardware removal rate was 13 of 47 (28%). CONCLUSION Parallel plate fixation is an effective method to treat comminuted distal humeral fractures. Good elbow function can be restored in most cases with minor impairments that do not worsen quality of life.
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- Tapio Flinkkilä
- Division of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland.
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- Division of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
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- Division of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
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- Division of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Department of Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
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Kiral A, Erken HY, Akmaz I, Yildirim C, Erler K. Pins and rubber band traction for treatment of comminuted intra-articular fractures in the hand. J Hand Surg Am 2014; 39:696-705. [PMID: 24576751 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2013.12.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2013] [Revised: 12/23/2013] [Accepted: 12/27/2013] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To determine the efficacy of pins and rubber band traction for treatment of comminuted intra-articular fractures in the hand. METHODS We performed a retrospective study from 1994 to 2013 to evaluate 33 patients in whom pins and rubber band traction was employed. We clinically evaluated the active range of motion of the affected fingers after surgery. Eleven of the 33 fractures were at the proximal interphalangeal joint, 10 at the distal interphalangeal joint, 5 at the thumb interphalangeal joint, and 2 at the metacarpophalangeal joint of the thumb. The remaining 5 patients had complex fracture-dislocation of the proximal interphalangeal joints. RESULTS The mean follow-up period was 24 months. The average active motion of the metacarpophalangeal joints of the fingers was 91° (range, extension 0°-10°/flexion 85°-90°), proximal interphalangeal joints was 92° (range, extension/flexion 0°-10°/85°-100°), and distal interphalangeal joints was 73° (range, extension/flexion 0°-10°/60°-80°). The overall average of all active motion of the injured fingers except thumbs was 255° (range, 240°-270°). The average active motion of the of the thumb metacarpophalangeal joint was 56° (range, extension 5°-10°/flexion 50°-55°), and interphalangeal joint was 74° (range, extension 0°-10°/flexion 75°-80°). The average of active motion of the injured thumb metacarpal and interphalangeal joints combined was 130° (range, 125°-135°). CONCLUSIONS Pins and rubber band traction is a treatment option for comminuted displaced intra-articular fractures of the digits that offers satisfactory clinical results. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic IV.
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- Ahmet Kiral
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Anadolu Medical Center, Kocaeli, Turkey; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, GATA Haydarpaşa Education Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Anadolu Medical Center, Kocaeli, Turkey; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, GATA Haydarpaşa Education Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Anadolu Medical Center, Kocaeli, Turkey; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, GATA Haydarpaşa Education Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Anadolu Medical Center, Kocaeli, Turkey; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, GATA Haydarpaşa Education Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Anadolu Medical Center, Kocaeli, Turkey; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, GATA Haydarpaşa Education Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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Background Intra-articular fractures of the distal radius represent a therapeutic challenge as compared with the unstable extra-articular fractures. With the recent development of specifically designed internal fixation materials for the distal radius, treatment of these fractures by fragment-specific implants using two or more incisions has been advocated. Purpose The purpose of this study was to investigate the efficacy of a fixed-angle locking plate applied through a single volar approach in maintaining the radiographic alignment of unstable intra-articular fractures as well as to report the clinical outcomes. We only excluded those with massive comminution, as is discussed in greater detail in the text. Patients and Methods This is a multicentered, retrospective study involving three hospitals situated in Spain, Switzerland, and the United States. In the period between January 2000 and March 2006, 97 patients with 101 intra-articular distal radius fractures, including 13 volarly displaced and 88 dorsally angulated fractures were analyzed. Over 80% were C2/C3 fractures, based on the AO classification. 16 open fractures were noted. Results With an average follow-up of 28 months (range 24-70 months), the range of movement of the wrist was very satisfactory, and the mean grip strength was 81% of the opposite wrist. The Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) score was 8. The complications rate was < 5%, including loss of reduction in two patients. All fractures healed by 3 months postinjury. Conclusions Irrespective of the direction and amount of initial displacement, a great majority of intra-articular fractures of the distal radius can be managed with a fixed-angle volar plate through a single volar approach. Level IV retrospective case series.
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- Margaret W. M. Fok
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Hand Surgery, Lindenhof Hospital, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Hand Surgery, Lindenhof Hospital, Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Hand Surgery, Lindenhof Hospital, Bern, Switzerland
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- The Miami Hand and Upper Extremity Institute, Miami, Florida
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