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Claw Hand Deformity in Leprosy. Am J Med 2024; 137:110-112. [PMID: 37875219 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2023.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2023] [Revised: 09/24/2023] [Accepted: 10/08/2023] [Indexed: 10/26/2023]
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Bilateral Tubercular Dactylitis: Unusual presentation of an usual disease. Indian J Tuberc 2019; 66:346-352. [PMID: 31439178 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijtb.2017.05.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2017] [Revised: 04/08/2017] [Accepted: 05/09/2017] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Bilateral Tubercular Dactylitis (TD) is an unusual presentation of tuberculosis and only handful numbers of cases are reported in the literature. Hence, very little is known about its clinical presentation, statistic, radiological features and its outcome. METHODS We have included seven male and two female patients of mean age 7.2 years, of the proven cases of bilateral TD by histopathological or microbiological or PCR analysis from core biopsy. Radiological features were recorded from plain radiograph. All patients were given Antitubercular drugs according to WHO 2010 recommendation (four drugs for 3-5 months, three drugs for next 3-5 months and finally two drugs for 6-8 months). Debridement was done whenever required. RESULTS Of total 26 lesions, the most common presentation was swelling with or without mild pain. Discharging sinus was present in four lesions. There were six phalanges, 18 metacarpal and two metatarsals. Radiographically, the most common type of lesion was soft tissue swelling followed by lytic lesion. Histopathologically tuberculosis was proven in 10 (55.6%) lesions, bacteria isolated in 5 (27.8%) lesions and PCR was done in 8 lesions and was positive in all. All lesions healed after giving ATT except one which developed psudo-arthrosis and one patient developed coronal plane deformity that was corrected by JESS. CONCLUSION A clinician should always suspect tuberculosis while dealing with a pathology of hand and feet even if it is bilateral. Suspected case can be diagnosed by histopathological, microbiological or PCR analysis and it can be treated by ATT with a good functional outcome.
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Swan neck deformity due to chronic radial collateral ligament injury of the little finger proximal interphalangeal joint. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 2018; 43:513-517. [PMID: 29105590 DOI: 10.1177/1753193417739248] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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UNLABELLED We present seven cases of a relatively rare swan neck deformity resulting from chronic radial collateral ligament (RCL) injury of the proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint in the little finger. All patients were middle-aged women (mean 51 years old, range 42-55), and the duration between the initial injury and surgery was 20 years (range 5-40). The chief complaint was painful snapping of the PIP joint. All patients had hyperextension and ulnar deviation of the PIP joint with mobile swan neck deformities that had not improved with conservative treatment. Radiographs revealed osteoarthritis and ulnar deviation of the PIP joints in all cases. We describe a method for reconstruction of both the palmar plate and the RCL of the affected PIP joint using a distally-based ulnar slip of flexor superficialis tendon. The prevention of PIP joint hyperextension was critical for successful resolution of symptoms; the aim of RCL augmentation was to prevent the recurrence of the deformity. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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[Dystrophic Calcinosis Cutis: a rare fearsome issue of Chronic Kidney Disease]. GIORNALE ITALIANO DI NEFROLOGIA : ORGANO UFFICIALE DELLA SOCIETA ITALIANA DI NEFROLOGIA 2018; 35:2018-vol1-6. [PMID: 29390241] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Disorders of calcium-phosphate-parathormone balance, are very important issues in ESRD patients, that may lead to severe complications, as dystrophic calcinosis cutis, a rare disease, caused by calcium salt deposits in cutaneous or subcutaneous tissues and many organs. We present the case of a 47 years old woman, in ESRD due to membranous glomerulopathy, treated by peritoneal dialysis, who, after 7 months of dialysis, developed painful masses on second finger and fifth metacarpus of the right hand. Laboratory and instrumental data showed hyperparathyroidism with a parathyroid mass consistent with adenoma. Increasing of therapy with phosphate binders and cinacalcet only, was not effective to solve cutaneous masses, that were biopsied. Histological exam revealed deposition of amorphic material with calcific component, consistent with cutaneous dystrophic calcinosis. We further increased dialysis and therapy and we observed complete regression of masses in 2 months.
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Auto-Amputations. ANNALS OF THE ACADEMY OF MEDICINE, SINGAPORE 2017; 46:480-482. [PMID: 29355287] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Jaccoud's arthropathy in systemic lupus erythematosus: clinical, laboratory and ultrasonographic features. Clin Exp Rheumatol 2017; 35:674-677. [PMID: 28339366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2016] [Accepted: 11/28/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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OBJECTIVES Jaccoud's arthropathy (JA) is a deforming, non-erosive arthritis, occurring in 2-35% of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) patients. We aimed to evaluate JA patients in a wide monocentric SLE cohort in terms of clinical, serological and ultrasonographic features. METHODS Consecutive SLE patients (ACR criteria 1997) were evaluated. The JA index was applied for patients with reducible deformities. Patients with a JA index ≥5 underwent physical examination, blood testing and ultrasound (US) assessment. Detection of anti-citrullinated protein antibodies (ACPA) and rheumatoid factor (RF) was performed. A single rheumatologist performed the US assessment of bilateral wrist and hands. RESULTS Four hundred and eighty SLE patients were evaluated: 17 (3.5%) showed a JA index ≥5 (M:F 1:16; mean age±SD 50.7±11.1 years; mean disease duration±SD 247.8±116.2 months). Four patients (23.5%) showed ACPA positivity. Fifteen patients (88.2%) showed at least one US abnormality. Bone erosions were found in 10 patients (58.8%). ACPA+ve patients showed erosive damage more frequently in at least one joint compared with ACPA-ve (75% vs. 53.8%, p=0.002). CONCLUSIONS JA should no longer be considered a non-erosive condition since bone damage can occur in more than half of patients. Moreover, the erosive damage seems to be associated with the presence of ACPA.
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Clinico-radiological Correlation of Bone Changes in Leprosy Patients Presenting with Disabilities/Deformities. INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEPROSY 2016; 88:83-95. [PMID: 29757540] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Leprosy is a medical - social disease, it is associated with stigma in the society due to the resulting deformities in some persons. Although stigma has decreased after the widespread use of MDT, some disabilities do occur which are mostly due to late initiation of treatment and inappropriate care. Besides the nerve and skin involvement bone changes have been reported to be common in leprosy. These bony changes need to be understood in the present MDT era specially in the context of clinical spectrum and duration of disease/ deformities. Fifty clinically diagnosed and histologically classified leprosy patients with deformities/ disabilities of either hands/feet/face who attended the OPD of Department of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprosy, Government Medical College, Amritsar were examined and evaluated in the study. Radiological examination of hands, feet and skull was done in each case and the bone changes in hands and feet; and skull and paranasal sinus changes were correlated with clinical parameters. Bone changes were observed in 90% of cases radiologically. Specific bone changes in hands and feet, non-specific bone changes in hands, feet, skull and paranasal sinuses were seen in 66%, 82% and 32% of cases respectively. Common specific bone changes in hands and feet observed were primary periostitis (14%), honey combing (46%), bone cyst (36%), thinning and irregularity of cortex (28%) and area of bone destruction (20%); Among the non-specific bone changes observed were contracted fingers/claw hands/claw toes (64%) and absorption of terminal phalanges (40%). The maxillary sinus, and paranasal sinus changes were the most common radiological findings observed in skull. The study of the radiological changes may help the clinicians to understand the gravity of the situation and undertake steps for timely prevention of permanent loss of function and the occurrence of deformities and disabilities.
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Boutonniere deformity presented in a young male. ANNALS OF THE ACADEMY OF MEDICINE, SINGAPORE 2014; 43:244-245. [PMID: 24833080] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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Tendon-bone graft for tendinous mallet fingers following failed splinting. J Hand Surg Am 2013; 38:2353-9. [PMID: 24140365 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2013.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2013] [Revised: 09/01/2013] [Accepted: 09/03/2013] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To describe and assess a surgical technique for the treatment of tendinous mallet fingers after failed conservative treatment. METHODS From January 2010 to March 2012, 28 tendinous mallet fingers in 28 patients were treated. All patients had greater than 25° extensor lags after 6 to 8 weeks of splinting. Four patients had a second trial of splinting, which also failed. A tendon-bone graft, taken from the extensor carpi radialis brevis and the third metacarpal base, was used for reconstruction. The mean time between the injury and operation was 74 days. The mean preoperative extension lag was 34°. Five patients reported pain in the distal interphalangeal joint. At the final follow-up, patients rated the level of pain on the distal interphalangeal and wrist joints using a visual analog scale. Joint motion was graded with the Crawford criteria. Hand function was assessed with the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand questionnaire. Patients reported on their satisfaction based on the Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaire. RESULTS Bone healing was achieved in all patients at a mean of 5 weeks. Position of bone graft was maintained until bone healing was evident in all cases. At the mean follow-up period of 15 months, nail deformity was not noted. No patient reported pain on the distal interphalangeal joint or wrist. The mean residual extension lag of the distal interphalangeal joints was 4°. The results showed that 24 digits were excellent and 4 were good based on the Crawford criteria. The Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand scores averaged 1, and 27 patients were satisfied with appearance of the hand. One patient sometimes felt uncomfortable regarding the appearance. CONCLUSIONS A tendon-bone graft is a useful and reliable technique for the treatment of tendinous mallet fingers after failed splinting. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic IV.
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Extension block pinning using a small external fixator for mallet finger fractures. J Hand Surg Am 2013; 38:2348-52. [PMID: 24144614 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2013.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2013] [Revised: 08/31/2013] [Accepted: 09/03/2013] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To describe surgical outcomes of a series of patients with bony mallet fingers treated by a modified extension blocking technique with external fixation. METHODS We developed an external fixator that was attached to the extension block pin. Dorsal rotation of the dorsal fragment during reduction was prevented with 1 or 2 additional pins abutted on the fragment through the fixator. We reviewed 12 consecutive patients with mallet finger fractures who were treated surgically with the external fixator. The mean age of the patients was 33 years (range, 15-60 y). RESULTS Rotation of the fragment during reduction was well controlled in all patients. All fractures united at an average of 5 weeks after surgery. Average extension lag was 2° and active flexion was 74°. No patient reported pain at a final follow-up of 4 months (range, 3-8 mo). According to the Crawford rating scale, 10 patients were classified as excellent and 2 were good. CONCLUSIONS Our modification of the extension block method prevented dorsal rotation of the fragment during reduction and resulted in early union. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic IV.
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INTRODUCTION Mallet finger, well-known also as drop finger or baseball finger, is a frequent deformity after extensor tendons injury in the fingers. Although numerous nonoperative or operative techniques have been used in managing this deformity, the treatment still remains a debated subject. PATIENTS AND METHODS Starting from 1996, 121 fingers in 118 patients with neglected deformity or unsuccessful splinting older than 10 days underwent surgical treatment. In 101 patients a tendinous mallet finger was present, and in 20 patients a bony mallet finger. After immobilising the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint at 0° extension with a Kirschner wire, the extensor tendon was repaired by using a dorsal deepithelialised skin flap reinserted transosseous. The DIP joint was immobilised for 6 weeks in a thermoplastic splint, and after that it was gradually weaned from the immobilisation. An overnight splint was used for 4-6 weeks after starting the mobilisation. RESULTS The mean follow-up period was 10 months (range: 3-120 months). An excellent result in 89 fingers and a good result in 32 fingers were obtained, according to Crawford's evaluation criteria. CONCLUSION This method seems to be a new reliable alternative in the treatment of chronic mallet finger.
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[Are the bones coming through the skin here? Urate arthritis]. MMW Fortschr Med 2013; 155:5. [PMID: 23573751 DOI: 10.1007/s15006-013-0135-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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Mucolipidosis type III in an adolescent presenting with atypical facial features and skeletal deformities. GENETIC COUNSELING (GENEVA, SWITZERLAND) 2013; 24:7-12. [PMID: 23610860] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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Mucolipidosis type III (MLIII) (MIM# 252600) is an uncommon autosomal recessive disorder that results from deficiency of the multimeric enzyme, UDP-N-acetylglucosamine-1-phosphotransferase. The enzymatic defect results in deficiencies of lysosomal degradative enzymes with concomitant intracellular accumulation of both partly degraded glycosaminoglycans and sphingolipids leading to clinical manifestations such as short stature, developmental delay and other structural abnormalities. The diagnosis is challenging since musculoskeletal presentation may mimic some of the rheumatic and metabolic disorders. We herein report on a 13-year-old adolescent who was admitted to our rheumatology clinic because of progressive joint stiffness and deformities of her hands. The clinical and radiological findings led us to the diagnosis of MLIII despite negative urinary aminoglycosyaminoglycans. Therefore we decided to check for the presence of elevated activities of alpha-mannosidase and beta-hexosaminidase A+B in the plasma which was actually the case and confirmed the clinical diagnosis ofMLIII.
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Corticoplasty for improved appearance of hands with Ollier disease. J Hand Surg Am 2012; 37:2294-9. [PMID: 23040642 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2012.08.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2012] [Revised: 08/03/2012] [Accepted: 08/05/2012] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE Only a few treatment options are available for Ollier disease, especially for improving appearance. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of partial resection of the cortical bone with curettage of the tumor (corticoplasty) for treating hand deformity in Ollier disease. METHODS Five hands (3 patients, 30 metacarpals and phalanges) were examined. Windows of thin cortical bone were elevated, the tumors were excised, and the cortex was trimmed and replaced to enhance the appearance. Artificial bone substitute was used as the graft material for 17 lesions to fill the vacant medullary cavity. The other 13 bones had corticoplasty without grafting. Reduction of bone diameter on radiographs and patient satisfaction were rated after an average of 24 months. RESULTS On average, bony union was achieved 9 weeks after surgery (range, 4-12) in all cases. Morphologic changes on radiographs were rated as excellent or good. Complications and tumor recurrence were not observed, and the range of finger motion and grip strength did not decrease. The level of satisfaction with the outcome was very satisfied for 4 hands and satisfied for the remaining hand. CONCLUSIONS Corticoplasty for Ollier disease resulted in cosmetic improvement without functional deterioration.
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[A spontaneous bilateral deformity of the wrists]. Rev Med Interne 2012; 33:461-2. [PMID: 22209467 DOI: 10.1016/j.revmed.2011.11.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/28/2011] [Accepted: 11/28/2011] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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[Progressively deformed fingers. How long will these hands still be functional?]. MMW Fortschr Med 2010; 152:5. [PMID: 21171461 DOI: 10.1007/bf03367265] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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Jaccoud's arthropathy associated with cutaneous polyarteritis nodosa. THE ISRAEL MEDICAL ASSOCIATION JOURNAL : IMAJ 2010; 12:514. [PMID: 21337826] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/30/2023]
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Volar plate repair for posttraumatic hyperextension deformity of the proximal interphalangeal joint. AMERICAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPEDICS (BELLE MEAD, N.J.) 2010; 39:190-194. [PMID: 20512172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/29/2023]
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Traditionally, flexor digitorum superficialis tenodesis has been recommended for surgical correction of posttraumatic proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint hyperextension deformity resulting from recurrent volar plate (VP) disruption. In contrast, VP repair has been used sparingly to restore joint stability, because of concerns regarding excessive scarring, insufficient substance, and the often long time between injury and repair. In the study reported here, we critically evaluated the long-term functional outcome of isolated VP repairs for chronic dorsal instability of the PIP joint performed over an 18-year period. Twenty-five patients underwent surgery for hyperextension deformity of the PIP joint. Mean time from injury to repair was 8.2 years. All patients complained of painful locking of the PIP joint in extension. Precise repair of the VP was performed by meticulous scar lysis and advancement to the anatomical site of insertion while avoiding the adjacent nutrient vessels. Follow-up evaluation included completion of the DASH (Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand) questionnaire and digital mobility, strength, and radiographic assessment. At a mean follow-up of 8 years, we found consistent alleviation of pain, restoration of joint stability, mean arc of motion ranging from 6 degrees to 92 degrees of flexion, and grip strength returned to within 90% of the contralateral side. All patients returned to unrestricted activities.
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Metacarpal osteotomy for correction of acquired phalangeal rotational deformity. J Hand Surg Am 2009; 34:1895-9. [PMID: 19969197 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2009.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2009] [Accepted: 09/07/2009] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Symptomatic phalangeal rotation deformities require corrective osteotomy. Surgery at the phalangeal level is technically demanding and has a higher complication rate. We describe the surgical technique of metacarpal base osteotomy for rotation correction of the digit. This technique is simple, allows early rehabilitation, and has a lower complication rate.
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From ankylosis to pencil-in-cup deformity in psoriatic arthritis: a case report. Clin Exp Rheumatol 2009; 27:661-663. [PMID: 19772803] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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A 56-year-old woman with psoriatic arthritis is presented whose initially ankylosed digit was later found to develop pencil-in-cup change. The patient was treated over that period with etanercept and had no signs of active arthritis. The possible mechanisms for these changes are discussed.
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[Patient with progressive loss of finger mobility--but pain is decreasing. Heberden and Bouchard arthrosis]. MMW Fortschr Med 2008; 150:5. [PMID: 18986110 DOI: 10.1007/bf03365539] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/27/2023]
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Biomarkers of inflammation in patients with unclassified polyarthritis and early rheumatoid arthritis. Relationship to disease activity and radiographic outcome. J Rheumatol 2008; 35:1277-1287. [PMID: 18597410] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To determine plasma interleukin 6 (pIL-6), plasma vascular endothelial growth factor (pVEGF), and serum (s) YKL-40 in patients with early rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and unclassified polyarthritis (PA), and investigate their relationship with radiographic outcome. METHODS pIL-6 and pVEGF were determined by ELISA and sYKL-40 by an in-house radioimmunoassay in 51 patients with early RA and 21 with PA. Patients were followed with clinical and biochemical measurement every month for 2 years. Conventional radiographs of hands, wrists, and forefeet were scored according to the Larsen method, and magnetic resonance imaging of 2nd to 5th metacarpophalangeal joints of the dominant hand were evaluated for presence or absence of bone erosions. RESULTS Baseline pIL-6, pVEGF, sYKL-40, C-reactive protein (CRP), and erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) were elevated in RA patients compared to healthy persons (p < 0.001), but were not in patients with PA. Patients with early RA had higher pIL-6 (p = 0.007), pVEGF (p = 0.02), and sYKL-40 (p = 0.024) compared to PA patients. pIL-6, sYKL-40, CRP, and ESR but not pVEGF decreased in patients that responded to treatment after 2 years. The mean value of pIL-6 during the first and second year were higher in patients with early RA with progression in bone erosions (n = 14) compared to early RA patients without progression (n = 30; first year 8.4 vs 2.8 ng/l, p = 0.04; second year 6.1 vs 3.6 ng/l, p = 0.03). CONCLUSION Plasma IL-6 was the only biomarker related to treatment response and progressive erosive disease in patients with early RA, but it may not give additional information compared to CRP in relation to disease activity and treatment response.
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Distal Madelung-Launois-Bensaude disease: an unusual differential diagnosis of acromelic arthritis. Clin Exp Rheumatol 2008; 26:351-353. [PMID: 18565262] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/26/2023]
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Madelung-Launois-Bensaude (MLB) disease is uncommon and probably under-diagnosed. It is defined as a symmetrical proximal accumulation of fat. Its physiopathology is obscure, but favouring factors, like alcohol or corticosteroids, are well known. We describe, for the first time, an unusual case of distal form of the disease, involving hands and feet simultaneously. Moreover, this phenotype was associated with a proximal form of MLB, and new localizations in the elbows and knees have been identified. We review the literature concerning distal forms of MLB, and compare the features. This disease is an interesting new differential diagnosis of acromelic arthritis.
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The relation of hand functions with radiological damage and disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatol Int 2007; 28:407-12. [PMID: 17938930 DOI: 10.1007/s00296-007-0461-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2007] [Accepted: 06/21/2007] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The purpose of this study was to investigate specifically the correlation of hand functions determined by Duruoz hand index (DHI) with radiological findings and disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients. Forty-eight RA patients were evaluated with DHI questionnaire, disease activity score (DAS) 28 and modified Larsen scoring method. Correlation between DAS-28 and DHI was assessed in all the patients. Mean DHI scores were compared between patients in remission (DAS-28 < 2.6) and patients who have more or less disease activity (DAS-28 >or= 2.6). To exclude the probable conflicting effect of disease activity on hand functions, the correlation between radiological scores and DHI was investigated only in patients with remission. There was a positive correlation between DAS-28 and DHI in all patients group (r = 0.434, P < 0.002). No correlation between the radiological scores of any joint groups and DHI could be found in patients with remission. Hand functions seemed to be affected prominently from disease activity. Radiological scores demonstrating joint damage were not in relation with hand functions.
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Prospective use of ultrasound imaging to detect bony hand injuries in adults. JOURNAL OF ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE : OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ULTRASOUND IN MEDICINE 2007; 26:1143-8. [PMID: 17715307 DOI: 10.7863/jum.2007.26.9.1143] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
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OBJECTIVE We hypothesized that high-resolution linear ultrasound imaging performed by emergency sonologists would be accurate in the diagnosis of bony injuries of the hand. METHODS This was a prospective observational study of adult patients with injuries of the hand at an urban emergency department with trained emergency sonologists. After informed consent, high-frequency linear ultrasound was used to evaluate the bony structures below the area of injury or tenderness of the hand. The presence of a fracture or dislocation was recorded. A standard radiograph was taken subsequently and read by a blinded radiologist. Standard descriptive statistics with confidence intervals were calculated. RESULTS A total of 78 patients were enrolled in the study. The incidence of deformity was 28%; swelling, 90%; and erythema, 20%. Thirty patients had a total of 31 fractures: 21 metacarpal and 10 phalangeal. Ultrasound imaging identified 28 of 31 fractures found on standard radiographs, except for 1 patient's fractures, which were confirmed at surgery. One dislocation was found on ultrasound imaging and confirmed by radiographs. Ultrasound imaging showed the following accuracy for fracture: sensitivity, 90%; specificity, 98%; likelihood ratio (LR)(+), 42.5; and LR(-), 0.1. In comparison, individual physical examination findings of deformity, swelling, and erythema had a maximal LR(+) of 5.15 and minimum LR(-) of 0.51. One metacarpal fracture at the base of the first metacarpal, 1 spiral nondisplaced mid-third metacarpal fracture, and 1 distal tuft phalangeal fracture were missed by ultrasound imaging. There was 1 false-positive ultrasound finding. CONCLUSIONS Ultrasound imaging performed by emergency sonologists showed excellent sensitivity and specificity in the diagnosis of hand fractures.
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The wrists are affected in the long-term in 90% of people with rheumatism and are often (42%) the first manifestation of a destructive disease. The functionality of the wrist and the whole hand is of great importance because in many cases loss of function of the wrists leads to severe limitations. Local and operative treatment of the wrist in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is one of the main duties in rheuma-orthopaedics. For operative treatment there is a finely tuned differential therapeutic spectrum available. The diagnostic indications take the local and total pattern of affection, the current systemic therapy as well as patient wishes and patient compliance into consideration. In the early stages according to LDE (Larsen, Dale, Eek), soft tissues operations such as articulo-tenosynovectomy (ATS) are most commonly carried out. In further advanced stages osseus stabilisation must often be performed. At this point a smooth transition from partial arthrodesis to complete fixation is possible. After initial euphoria, arthroplasty of the wrist is being increasingly less used for operative treatment due to the unconvincing long-term results and high complication rate. With reference to the good long-term results of all operative procedures, in particular early ATS with respect to pain, function and protection of tendons, after failure of medicinal treatment and persistence of inflammatory activity in the wrist, patients should be transferred to an experienced rheuma-orthopaedic surgeon.
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Erosive osteoarthritis of the feet: Description of two patients. Joint Bone Spine 2007; 74:296-8. [PMID: 17387032 DOI: 10.1016/j.jbspin.2006.08.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2006] [Accepted: 08/10/2006] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Erosive osteoarthritis is considered an unusual disease, mostly developing among women. The typical locations are the interphalangeal joints of the hands. However, on a few occasions it has also been found in hips, shoulders and feet. We describe two patients (one woman and one man) who have this disease in their feet.
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Diaphyseal non-union in the distal phalanx of a child. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 2007; 32:85-7. [PMID: 17034911 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsb.2006.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/02/2006] [Revised: 08/18/2006] [Accepted: 08/20/2006] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Non-union after finger fracture is an infrequent complication. Although well described in adults, there are few reported cases in children. We describe a 6 year-old boy who presented with a non-union of the diaphysis of the distal phalanx three years after a finger tip crush injury.
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate upper extremity shortness in patients with hemiplegic cerebral palsy (HCP) and to investigate the association between extremity shortness, motor level, and muscle tone. DESIGN Prospective, controlled study. SUBJECTS Forty-two children with HCP and 29 healthy children. METHODS Radiographs of the involved and the uninvolved humerus, forearm, and hands were obtained with a radiographic ruler placed adjacent to the extremity. The lengths and the diameters of both the diaphyses and metaphyses of the humerus, ulna, radius, and the second and the fifth metacarpal bones were measured in patients and the control group. The discrepancy was calculated as a percentage compared with the normal side. The Ashworth Scale was used in the evaluation of spasticity, and the Brunnstrom recovery staging was used in the motor evaluation. RESULTS Children with HCP had significant differences in bone lengths and diameters compared with control children. There was no significant correlation between the upper extremity Brunnstrom stagings and the differences of bone length and diameter. A significant correlation was observed between the hand Brunnstrom staging and percentage difference of the bone length and diameter. The spasticity level showed no relation to the differences in bone length and diameter. CONCLUSIONS Children with HCP have significant side-to-side limb-length discrepancy when compared with control children. The discrepancy increases with age. The extent of shortening did not appear to be related to upper extremity function and spasticity. The extremity shortness showed a relation to hand function.
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Correction and lengthening for deformities of the forearm in multiple cartilaginous exostoses. J Orthop Sci 2006; 11:459-66. [PMID: 17013733 DOI: 10.1007/s00776-006-1047-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 40] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2005] [Accepted: 06/12/2006] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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BACKGROUND Multiple cartilaginous exostoses cause various deformities of the epiphysis. In exostoses of the ulna, the ulna is shortened and the radius acquires varus deformity, which may lead to dislocation of the radial head. In this study, we present the results of exostoses resection, with correction and lengthening with external fixators for functional and cosmetic improvement, and prevention of radial head dislocation. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed seven forearms of seven patients who had deformities of the forearm associated with multiple cartilaginous exostoses. One patient had dislocation of the radial head. Operative technique was excision of osteochondromas from the distal ulna, correction of the radius, and ulnar lengthening with external fixation up to 5 mm plus variance. We evaluated radiographs and the range of pronation and supination. Furthermore, we conducted a follow-up of ulnar length after the operation. RESULTS Dislocation of the radial head of one patient was naturally reduced without any operative intervention. At the most recent follow-up, six of the seven patients showed full improvement in pronation-supination. Ulnar shortening recurred with skeletal growth of four skeletally immature patients; however, it did not recur in one skeletally mature patient. Overlength of 5 mm was negated by the recurrence of ulnar shortening about 1.5 years after the operation. CONCLUSIONS We treated seven forearms of seven patients by excision of osteochondromas, correction of radii, and gradual lengthening of ulnas with external fixators. The results of the procedure were satisfactory, especially for function of the elbow and wrist. However, we must consider the possible recurrence of ulnar shortening within about 1.5 years during skeletal growth periods in immature patients.
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The treatment of extensor tendon injuries of the hand is based on Verdan's division of the different sections into eight zones. Taking the anatomic characteristics of those zones into consideration, good functional results can be achieved in most cases by differentiating between indications for operative or conservative treatment. The most frequent extensor tendon injury of the hand is the closed tendon rupture over the DIP joint. In almost all cases it can be completely cured by immobilization for at least 8 weeks. Open extensor tendon injuries on the other hand require surgical therapy. This paper gives a clearly arranged overview of the different therapeutic options.
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Pachydermodactyly: four additional cases. Clin Rheumatol 2006; 26:962-4. [PMID: 16552467 DOI: 10.1007/s10067-006-0210-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2006] [Revised: 01/09/2006] [Accepted: 01/10/2006] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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Pachydermodactyly (PDD) is a rare, benign form of digital fibromatosis characterized by an asymptomatic soft tissue swelling affecting the skin of the lateral aspects of the proximal interphalangeal joints of the fingers, and it sometimes can be misdiagnosed with some rheumatic condition. Recognition on these features should lead to its more frequent diagnosis. The purpose of our study is to report four additional cases of PDD and discuss the differential diagnosis.
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AIMS To study the clinical hand findings in Behçet's disease (BD) and to observe scintigraphic changes of these areas. METHODS Fifty-seven randomly selected BD patients and the patients in the control group (N=40) were evaluated by two blind rheumatologists. The hands were examined for the presence of pain, tenderness, swelling, effusion, erythema, warmth, range of motion and limitation of motion, deformities and muscle atrophy. Then scintigraphic examination of the hands was performed. Control hand scintigrams were obtained from 40 age- and sex-matched patients and were examined by the same two observers. RESULTS Thirty-two of the 57 patients (56.1%) showed Behçet's clinical hand findings. Terminal phalangeal pulp atrophy was observed in 17 (29.81%), rheumatoid-like hand findings were observed in 16 (28.1%), dorsal interosseos atrophy was observed in 12 (20.05%) and erythema over the digits was observed in 12 (20.05%). Twenty-four patients (42.1%) had scintigraphic involvement. The disease duration was observed to be an important factor for hand findings (P=0.040) and scintigraphic involvement (P=0.011). CONCLUSION High prevalence of hand involvement in BD and its relationship with disease duration is demonstrated. Hand involvement tends to be overlooked and careful examination is required in the evaluation of BD. The scintigraphic involvement detected in hands requires special consideration, too.
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[Surgical treatment of hand deformities in multiple enchondromatosis: a case report]. ACTA ORTHOPAEDICA ET TRAUMATOLOGICA TURCICA 2006; 40:89-93. [PMID: 16648685] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Multiple enchondromatosis (Ollier's disease) is a rare disease characterized by widespread enchondromas. In general, the short tubular bones of the hand are involved, with progressive lesions resulting in cosmetic problems and functional deformities. Diaphysectomy and reconstruction with structural autografts or allografts are usually recommended in the treatment of extensive enchondromas involving the fingers. Curettage and grafting and ray amputation are other surgical procedures that can be applied depending on the severity of involvement. A 25-year-old woman with enchondromatosis presented with severe swelling and deformities on her fingers in both hands. The majority of the lesions were managed by diaphysectomy and reconstruction with structural grafts; ray amputation, curettage and grafting were performed for more severe lesions. During a long-term follow-up (left hand 6 years, right hand 5.5 years) cosmetic and functional results were acceptable.
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- Abnormalities, Multiple/diagnosis
- Abnormalities, Multiple/diagnostic imaging
- Abnormalities, Multiple/pathology
- Abnormalities, Multiple/surgery
- Adult
- Diagnosis, Differential
- Edema/etiology
- Enchondromatosis/complications
- Enchondromatosis/diagnosis
- Enchondromatosis/diagnostic imaging
- Enchondromatosis/pathology
- Enchondromatosis/surgery
- Female
- Finger Joint/surgery
- Hand Deformities, Acquired/complications
- Hand Deformities, Acquired/diagnosis
- Hand Deformities, Acquired/diagnostic imaging
- Hand Deformities, Acquired/pathology
- Hand Deformities, Acquired/surgery
- Humans
- Radiography
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[Rheumatoid arthritis: a general disease and local diseases]. LA REVUE DU PRATICIEN 2005; 55:2121-33. [PMID: 16544923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/07/2023]
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The rheumatoid synovitis affects the joints by destroying the cartilage, the sub-chondral bone and the articular capsule. The tendons and ligaments can be degraded by proximity or by the means of the affected synovial sheaths. This conjunction of effects involves a foreseeable degradation on the complex articulations whose clinician must know the stages to interfere effectively into a preventive way by local interventions when the general treatments of the disease are insufficient and before recourse to the repairing surgery. This management can only be considered with a team where the general practitioner has a central place of alarm. Extraarticular symptoms (Sjogren's syndrome, cardiac, pulmonary or renal involvement) are specific local diseases and should be managed appropriately by the general practitioner and referred specialists.
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- Adult
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid/complications
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid/diagnosis
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid/diagnostic imaging
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid/rehabilitation
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid/surgery
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid/therapy
- Arthroplasty, Replacement
- Dry Eye Syndromes/etiology
- Family Practice
- Female
- Foot Deformities, Acquired/diagnosis
- Foot Deformities, Acquired/etiology
- Foot Deformities, Acquired/rehabilitation
- Hand/diagnostic imaging
- Hand Deformities, Acquired/diagnosis
- Hand Deformities, Acquired/diagnostic imaging
- Hand Deformities, Acquired/etiology
- History, 17th Century
- Humans
- Joint Prosthesis
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Radiography
- Rheumatoid Nodule/diagnosis
- Shoulder Joint
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Both scanning plane and observer affect measurements of scaphoid deformity. J Hand Surg Am 2005; 30:696-701. [PMID: 16039360 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2005.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2004] [Revised: 03/10/2005] [Accepted: 03/10/2005] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE The influence of angular deformity of the scaphoid on wrist function and arthrosis is debated and the reliability of the described quantitative measurements of deformity has been questioned. We hypothesized that the inherent imprecision with which computed tomography scanning planes are selected introduces another source of variability in measurements of scaphoid deformity, further diminishing their reliability. METHODS Sagittal plane images of 15 computed tomograms of normal scaphoids were evaluated in 3 different reconstruction planes. Four observers measured the lateral intrascaphoid angle, the dorsal cortical angle, and the height-to-length ratio of the 45 images in random order and then measured them again in a distinct random order 2 weeks later. The variability of each observer's measurements (intraobserver reliability) was evaluated with Pearson correlation coefficients. The agreement of the measurements made by the 4 observers (interobserver reliability) and the agreement of the measurements of the same bone in different reconstruction planes (interplane reliability) were evaluated using interclass correlation coefficients. RESULTS The intraobserver reliability was poor for 27 of 36 comparisons. The interobserver reliability of the dorsal cortical angle and the intrascaphoid angle was poor for all reconstruction planes. The interobserver reliability of the height-to-length ratio was good for 2 planes and poor for the third plane. The interplane reliability was poor for 7 of 12 comparisons, with no single measurement technique remaining consistent for all observers across reconstruction planes. CONCLUSIONS Quantitative measurements of scaphoid deformity have very limited reliability for individual observers, between different observers, and depending on the plane in which the image of the scaphoid is produced. Even the most reliable measure of deformity (height-to-length ratio) was not consistent between reconstruction planes. Unless more reliable scanning and measurement techniques are developed ideas about the effect of scaphoid deformity on wrist function will remain to a large degree speculative.
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Sonographic imaging of mallet finger. ULTRASCHALL IN DER MEDIZIN (STUTTGART, GERMANY : 1980) 2005; 26:223-6. [PMID: 15948059 DOI: 10.1055/s-2005-858165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/02/2023]
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UNLABELLED Mallet finger is a flexion deformity of the distal interphalangeal joint (DIPJ) caused by a disruption of the extensor mechanism. The deformity can b e caused by active trauma, minor trauma or other conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis. AIM To describe the sonographic findings in mallet finger. METHOD We performed sonographic examination on thirty patients with traumatic mallet finger, on thirty control patients where we examined the same finger in the opposite hand (,) and thirty patients with rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis and flexion deformity. RESULTS We found four criteria for traumatic mallet finger which included: discontinuity of the extensor tendon with partial or complete tear, avulsion fracture, no real time movements of the extensor tendon, and fluid in the region of insertion of the extensor tendon. CONCLUSION Sonographic examination of patients with traumatic mallet finger is an important diagnostic tool and can differentiate between traumatic mallet finger and flexion deformity of rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis.
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[Jaccoud arthropathy and pyrophosphate arthropathy: a rare association]. LA TUNISIE MEDICALE 2004; 82:1048-51. [PMID: 15822476] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/02/2023]
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Jaccoud's arthropathy (JA) is a chronic deformity affecting hands and feet, which are voluntarily correctable by the patients. JA was usually reported in association with rheumatic fever and systemic lupus erythematosus. We describe an exceptional association between a pyrophosphate arthropathy and JA of the hands. It is a 48-year-old woman, having a 13 years history of polyarthritis involving shoulders, elbows, hips and knees, and 4 years after, a progressive unlar deviation of the fingers of the hands. Calcium pyrophosphate dihydrate crystals were identified in the synovial knee biopsy. Hands x-rays as RMI don't identify erosions and confirmed the JA.
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Closed treatment has provided good results in uncomplicated cases of mallet finger; however, surgical fixation is recommended when there is involvement of more than one third of the base of the distal phalanx. Various techniques have been described for this purpose. The goal of this report is to present a simple method of K-wire fixation and show our results with this procedure.
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A mucolipidosis III patient presenting characteristic sonographic and magnetic resonance imaging findings of claw hand deformity. J Formos Med Assoc 2004; 103:715-20. [PMID: 15361946] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/30/2023] Open
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Mucolipidosis III (ML-III), or pseudo-Hurler polydystrophy, is an autosomal recessive Hurler-like disorder without mucopolysacchariduria. The diagnosis is challenging for rheumatologists since the musculoskeletal presentation is similar to some rheumatic diseases. We report a case of ML-III in a 16-year-old Taiwanese boy. The characteristic findings of sonography and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of claw hand deformity are described. A 16-year-old boy was referred to our rheumatologic clinic because of progressive claw hand deformity, multiple joint stiffness and tightness of the skin over the fingers at the age of 6 years. Sonography and MRI examination disclosed tendon sheath thickening over extensor tendons of both wrists and fingers without features of active inflammation over tendons or joints nor thickening of skin. Urinary glycosaminoglycans were normal. The diagnosis of ML-III was confirmed by the presence of elevated activities of beta-glucuronidase (2141.99 nmol/mg protein/hour), arylsulfatase A (1237.7 nmol/mg protein/hour) and alpha-fucosidase (52.95 nmol/mg protein/hour) in his plasma and decreased activity of these lysosomal enzymes in cultured skin fibroblasts. Sonography and MRI screening for claw hand deformity may offer important clues enabling early diagnosis of ML-III.
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Posttraumatic radial club hand. J Surg Orthop Adv 2004; 13:161-5. [PMID: 15559692] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/01/2023]
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Fifteen adult patients with an unstable ununited fracture of the distal third of the radius and severe radial deviation deformity resembling a radial club hand were retrospectively reviewed at an average of 25 months after operative treatment. There were eight women and seven men with an average age of 57 years (range, 33-79 years). The average duration of nonunion was 56 months (range, 6-252 months). Six patients had a concomitant fracture of the ulna and four had dislocation of the distal radioulnar joint. Three patients were treated with wrist arthrodesis and 12 with plate fixation and autogenous bone grafting. The distal ulna was excised and used for bone graft in eight patients. Correction of deformity was facilitated by z-lengthening of the brachioradialis and flexor carpal radialis in four patients and distraction histogenesis (llizarov) in two patients. One patient failed to heal the fracture and was treated with wrist arthrodesis. Functional alignment and use of the hand was restored in all patients.
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A two-year study of chondroitin sulfate in erosive osteoarthritis of the hands: behavior of erosions, osteophytes, pain and hand dysfunction. DRUGS UNDER EXPERIMENTAL AND CLINICAL RESEARCH 2004; 30:11-6. [PMID: 15134386] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/29/2023]
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The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of 800 mg/die of chondroitin sulfate (CHS) per os plus naproxen versus naproxen over 2 years in patients with erosive osteoarthritis (EOA) of the hands. Joint count for erosions, Heberden and Bouchard nodes, Dreiser's algofunctional index and physicians' and patients' global assessment of disease activity were studied. A total of 24 consecutive patients (22 women and 2 men, mean age 53.0 +/- 6) suffering from symptomatic OA with radiographic characteristics of EOA were evaluated. The patients were divided into two groups of 12 patients each. The first group took naproxen 500 mg only. The second group was treated with CHS 800 mg orally plus naproxen 500 mg. Joint counts, radiological hand examinations and assessment of disease activity were performed at baseline, at 12 months and at 24 months. In the second year the treated group showed significant worsening in erosion, Heberden, Bouchard and Dreiser scores was recorded. Physician and patient global assessments of disease activity showed no significant difference from baseline scores. The untreated group showed significant worsening in erosion, Heberden and Bouchard nodes, Dreiser index and physician and patient global assessment scores. This study confirms the partial efficacy of oral CHS in improving some aspects of EOA.
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[Mallet finger: recommendation for treatment]. DUODECIM; LAAKETIETEELLINEN AIKAKAUSKIRJA 2004; 120:1249-55. [PMID: 15232983] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/30/2023]
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[Computer-assisted radiologic quantification of hand and foot changes in rheumatoid arthritis]. WIENER MEDIZINISCHE WOCHENSCHRIFT. SUPPLEMENT 2003:37-8. [PMID: 12621836] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/01/2023]
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Driven by the increasing implementation of electronical picture archiving and communications system (PACS) into every days practice a fully operative Java application software was developed to support the efficacy of the scoring process in rheumatoid arthritis. This software, namely the "Rheuma-Coach" offers the possibility to use the Larsen- or the Ratingen-Score. We measured time savings of approximately 20% per case if this computer assistance was used. The lack of a standard for the positioning of limbs was confirmed.
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[Radiologic progression of rheumatoid arthritis in early basic drug therapy]. WIENER MEDIZINISCHE WOCHENSCHRIFT. SUPPLEMENT 2003:46-7. [PMID: 12621840] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/01/2023]
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For therapy and follow-up control in early disease modifying antirheumatic drug (DMARD) treated rheumatoid arthritis (RA), objective quantification is still lacking. Therefore, radiological analyses are considered the most appropriate method. One aim of this study was to retrospectively determine the time-dependent progression of joint damage in RA patients on DMARDs. Outpatient records and radiographs from hands and feet of 54 RA patients on DMARDs were evaluated. Radiographs were quantified by using the original Larsen score and a newly developed computer-assisted quantification software. Our observations showed that radiologically-detectable damage in all patients, regardless of their treatment, is most pronounced during the first year of disease, being mitigated and generally progressing linearly in the subsequent years. Cumulative ESR correlated with RA progression, and its reduction with therapeutic efficacy.
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MESH Headings
- Antirheumatic Agents/therapeutic use
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid/classification
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid/diagnostic imaging
- Arthritis, Rheumatoid/drug therapy
- Disease Progression
- Follow-Up Studies
- Foot Deformities, Acquired/classification
- Foot Deformities, Acquired/diagnostic imaging
- Foot Deformities, Acquired/drug therapy
- Hand Deformities, Acquired/classification
- Hand Deformities, Acquired/diagnostic imaging
- Hand Deformities, Acquired/drug therapy
- Humans
- Sensitivity and Specificity
- Tomography, X-Ray Computed
- Treatment Outcome
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[Surgical treatment of chronic mallet finger by shortening--suture of the tendon scar. Sixty six cases]. CHIRURGIE DE LA MAIN 2003; 22:13-8. [PMID: 12723304 DOI: 10.1016/s1297-3203(02)00008-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Acute mallet fingers are commonly treated by splinting. Treatment of chronic injuries is more debated. Since 1989, a "shortening and suture" technique have been used for such chronic injuries on the elongated tendon scar. Sixty six of 77 patients treated on a 10 years period were reviewed with a mean follow-up of 21 months. The mean active extension lag at the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint was 4.5 degrees (41 degrees of improvement) with 52% of fingers which recovered a full extension, representing 77% of good and excellent results according to Abouna's and Brown's modified criteria. There were two failures which lead to reoperation, and no complication (2 painful scars and 20% of cold intolerance). We propose this safe and simple technique for chronic mallet fingers if deformity exceeds 30 degrees, for patients untreated (after the second month), or when splinting has failed. "Swan-neck" deformities were improved by an associated Fowler procedure. In case of failure, a new "shortening and suture" or a DIP arthrodesis can be discussed.
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Deviation of a finger at the proximal interphalangeal joint caused by juxta-articular exostosis. SCANDINAVIAN JOURNAL OF PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY AND HAND SURGERY 2003; 37:248-51. [PMID: 14582762 DOI: 10.1080/02844310310016449] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/27/2023]
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An exostosis around the interphalangeal joint can cause deformity of a finger. We present two children with deviated fingers as a result of exostoses that developed near the proximal interphalangeal joints and were successfully treated by resection and closed wedge osteotomy.
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[Diagnostic approach to the rheumatoid wrist from plain radiographs]. Presse Med 2002; 31:4S20-2. [PMID: 12518075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/28/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE Monitor a reproducible analysis method based on a simple algorithm. DIAGNOSIS OF RHEUMATOLOGIC DISEASE IN WRISTS The first step is to examine the joint space. When the space is preserved, diagnosis may be established on the presence of bony defects, demineralization or erosions. DIAGNOSIS OF RHEUMATOLOGIC DISEASE IN FINGERS The first step is to determine whether the patient has degenerative or inflammatory joint disease involving the joint space or bone disease where bony lesions predominate.
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