Diagnosis and Treatment and Infection Protection Strategy of Osteoporotic Vertebral Compression Fractures Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Kyphoplasty Surgery during the Prevention and Control of COVID-19

Background: As the global novel coronavirus pneumonia (NCP) remains severe, elderly people are at high risk for NCP and osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures, with high complications and mortality. How to treat patients and protect medical staff from infection, and at the same time strictly prevent the occurrence of clustered transmission events in the hospital, the establishment of perfect pre-hospital emergency measures and infection prevention and control strategy is the first element to ensure success. Objective: To establish the diagnosis and treatment and infection protection strategy for Osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures (OVCF) patients undergoing minimally invasive percutaneous kyphoplasty (PKP) surgery during the prevention and control of COVID-19, so as to ensure the stable, orderly and safe medical treatment. Methods: A total of 583 OVCF patients were admitted to the First Affiliated Hospital of Hebei North University during the epidemic prevention and control period from January 2020 to July 2022. After urgent and outpatient strict standardized screening, 382 patients met the inclusion criteria, including 112 males and 270 females, aged (70.50 ± 5.49) years. The preoperative visual analogue scale (VAS) score was 6.92 ± 1.86. Preoperative Oswestry disability index (ODI) was 74.67 ± 4.84. The satisfaction rate was (45.89 ± 3.67) %. According to the clinical diagnostic criteria and classification, 367 patients were diagnosed as ordinary OVCF, including 156 cases of mild compression and 226 cases of moderate compression. The clinical classification of 15 patients with OVCF diagnosed as COVID-19 was type I, including 10 cases of mild COVID-19 and 5 cases of common COVID-19. All patients were treated with PKP. Results: All patients were followed up at 1 day, 1 month and 3 months after operation, VAS (2.01 ± 0.56, 0.45 ± 0.11, 0 ± 0), ODI (45.41 ± 4.15, 10.22 ± 2.73, 4.03 ± 1.57) and satisfaction (90.12%, 95.57%, 99.23%) were significantly improved compared with those before operation (p < 0.05), and the original medical diseases were not aggravated. In this group, 15 cases of OVCF diagnosed with COVID-19 were given priority to treat COVID-19 under strict three-level protection in the designated isolation ward. PKP was carried out after the condition was stable, and the areas, items and personnel in contact with patients during the perioperative period must be strictly and thoroughly disinfected. The patient had a good prognosis, no complications, no cross-infection in the hospital, and no infection rate among medical staff. Conclusions: The implementation of the diagnosis and treatment and infection protection strategy for OVCF patients undergoing minimally invasive PKP surgery during the prevention and control of COVID-19 has a guiding role in preventing the spread of infection, improving the cure rate, promoting rapid recovery, reducing complications and reducing mortality.

Usage of buttress plate internal fixation associated with autografting of fibula and iliac bone for the treatment of distal femoral C_3 type fracture

To assess the effect of using buttress plate associated with antografting of fibula and iliac bone for the treatment of distal femoral C3 type fracture.Methods Seventeen cases of distal femoral C3 type fracture using buttress plate associated with antografting of fibula and iliac bone were analyzed retrospectively.Results All cases were followed up for an average of 24 months（8～55 months）.The average time of octets bridge forming were 4 months（3～5 months） while the average time for bone union were 8 months （6～14 months）.According to Shelbourne rating system,result of all 18 cases were excellent and no malunion,infection were found.Conclusion Buttress plate associated with antografting of fibula and iliac bone is an effective alternative for the treatment of distal femoral C3 type fracture.It can provide more stable fixation to the bone and earlier functional exercises can be achieved.5 refs,3 figs,1 tab.

Diagnosis and Treatment of a Case of Radius and Ulna Fracture in Dog

60% of a dog's body weight is supported by its fore limbs, while the hind limbs mainly play the role of power, so the probability of dog's radius and ulna fracture is greatly increased. This paper mainly introduced the diagnosis and treatment of a case of radius and ulna fracture in dog, with an attempt to provide reference for clinical practice.

Diagnosis and Treatment of a Case of Femoral Neck Fracture in Cat

Simple femoral neck fractures in dogs and cats are rare in clinic. The cause of the fracture is that the pelvis or femur is directly or indirectly subjected to external force,and it often occurs secondarily to osteoporosis caused by dysplasia of the hip joint. This paper described the diagnosis and treatment of a blue cat with femora neck fracture.

Diagnosis and Treatment of a Case of Femoral Fracture in Dog

Femoral fracture of dogs is common in daily life. This paper introduced the diagnosis and treatment of a case of femoral fracture in dog, providing reference for clinical practice.

Research Progress on Diagnosis and Treatment of Chronic Osteomyelitis

We review the representatives literatures on chronic osteomyelitis,sum up the new insights in recent years into diagnostic options and treatment regimens,analyze the advantages and disadvantages of various diagnostic approaches and treatment strategies,and propose areas of interest to make current diagnostic and treatment strategies more specific.

Update on diagnosis and management of cuboid fractures

Cuboid fractures due to the particular bone anatomy and its protected location in the midfoot are rare, and they are usually associated with complex injuries of the foot. Clinical examination to diagnose these fractures should be detailed and the differential diagnosis, especially in the case of vague symptoms, should include the exclusion of all lateral foot pain causes. Conventional radiographs do not always reveal occult fractures, which can be under diagnosed especially in children. In this case, further investigation including magnetic resonance imaging or scintigraphy may be required. The treatment of these injuries depends on the particular fracture characteristics. Non-displaced isolated fractures of the cuboid bone can be effectively treated conservatively by immobilization and by avoiding weight bearing on the injured leg. In the case of shortening of the lateral column> 3 mm or articular displacement > 1 mm, surgical management of the fracture is mandatory in order to avoid negative biomechanical and functional consequences for the foot and adverse effects such as arthritis and stiffness as well as painful gait. In this review, an update on diagnosis and management of cuboid fractures is presented.

Penile Fracture at the Department of Urology and Andrology, University Hospital, Brazzaville

Objective: The objectives of this study, was to analyze epidemiological diagnosis, therapeutic option and evolutionary aspects. Materials and methods: This is a retrospective study regarding clinical data of nine penile fracture patients who have been admitted in the department of urology (university hospital, Brazzaville) from January 2006 to December 2018. The study parameters were: epidemiological, diagnosis, operative details, outcomes after treatment, and sexual disorders. Results: The mean age was 46.3 ± 14 years, ranged from 25 to 73 years. The etiology of penile fracture was coitus in 5 cases, masturbation in 3 cases and rolling of the penis on the bed in one case. 8 patients were managed surgically. The complications noticed in the postoperative period and during the follow-up visits were penile curvature in 2 cases, and erectyl dysfunction in 2 cases. Conclusion: The diagnosis of penile fracture remains clinic. Immediate surgical management is necessary for good functional result.

Effects of alendronate sodium combined with InterTan on osteoporotic femoral intertrochanteric fractures and fracture recurrence

BACKGROUND Osteoporosis is a global disease affecting 6.6%of the total population.Osteoporosis complications include fractures,increased bone fragility,and reduced bone strength.The most commonly affected parts are the vertebral body,hip,and wrist.AIM To examine the effect of alendronate sodium combined with InterTan for osteoporotic femoral intertrochanteric fractures on bone and fracture recurrence METHODS In total,126 cases of osteoporotic femoral intertrochanteric fractures were selected and divided into two groups according to the 1:1 principle by the simple random method.They were admitted to the Department of Orthopedics,First Affiliated Hospital of Xingtai Medical College,from January 2018 to September 2020.The control group was treated with InterTan fixation combined with placebo,and the observation group with alendronate sodium based on InterTan fixation.Operation-related indicators,complications,and recurrent fractures were compared between the groups.Changes in bone metabolism markers,t value for hip bone mineral density,and Harris Hip Score were observed.RESULTS Operation time,intraoperative blood loss,postoperative ambulation time,and complications were compared between the groups,and no significant difference was found.The fracture healing time was significantly shorter in the observation group than in the control group.β-Collagen-specific sequence(β-CTX)and total aminoterminal propeptide of type I procollagen(T-PINP)in the control group at 3 mo after operation were compared with those before operation,and the difference was not significant.Six months after the operation,theβ-CTX level decreased and T-PINP level increased.β-CTX level at 3 and 6 mo in the observation group after operation was lower,and TPINP level was higher,than that before operation.Compared with the control group,T-PINP level of the observation group was significantly higher andβ-CTX level was significantly lower at 3 and 6 mo after operation.The t value of hip bone mineral density was compared in the control group before and 1 mo after operation,and significant difference was not found.Compared with the control group,the t value of hip bone mineral density in the observation group was significantly higher at 1,3,6,and 12 mo after operation.Compared with the control group,the Harris score of the observation group was significantly higher at 1,3,6,and 12 mo after operation.The recurrence rate of fractures in the observation group within 12 mo was 0.00%,which was significantly lower than 6.35%in the control group.CONCLUSION Alendronate sodium combined with InterTan in the treatment of osteoporotic femoral intertrochanteric fractures can increase bone mineral density,improve hip joint function,promote fracture healing,and reduce fracture recurrence.

Understanding Osteoporosis: Pathophysiology, Risk Factors, Diagnosis, and Management

Osteoporosis is a systemic skeletal disease characterized by low bone mineral density (BMD) and deterioration of bone architecture, resulting in reduced bone strength and, consequently, increased susceptibility to fractures which poses a significant public health concern worldwide, particularly in aging populations [1]. The health-economic impact of vertebral and hip fractures has been extensively explored and it is well known that these fractures are associated with morbidity/disability and increased mortality;they also account for a substantial portion of the direct fracture costs. This review aims to provide a comprehensive overview of osteoporosis, including its pathophysiology, risk factors, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies. By elucidating the multifaceted nature of this condition, healthcare providers can better identify individuals at risk, implement preventive measures, and optimize treatment to reduce the burden of osteoporotic fractures.

Vanishing bone disease(Gorham-Stout syndrome): A review of a rare entity

Vanishing bone disease(Gorham-Stout syndrome) is a rare entity of unknown etiology, characterized by de struction of osseous matrix and proliferation of vascula structures, resulting in destruction and absorption o bone. Despite the extensive investigation of the patho genetic mechanisms of the disease, its etiology hasn'been clarified and several theories exist. The syndrome can affect one or multiple bones of the patient, includ ing the skull, the upper and lower extremities, the spine and pelvis. The clinical presentation of a patient suffer ing from vanishing bone disease includes, pain, func tional impairment and swelling of the affected region although asymptomatic cases have been reported, as well as cases in which the diagnosis was made after a pathologic fracture. In this short review we summarize the theories regarding the etiology as well as the clini cal presentation, the diagnostic approach and treat ment options of this rare disease.

Research Progress of Male Osteoporotic Fracture

The diagnosis and recognition of male osteoporosis is still insufficient.The male patients with low-energy fracture were less evaluated and treated for osteoporosis.The risk of osteoporotic fracture in elderly men may be between 13%and 25%.With the extension of men’s life,the risk of fracture increases,which makes the management of men with fracture risk challenging.A consensus is emerging on targeted treatment guidelines for male osteoporosis,especially for elderly patients with high fracture risk.This paper aims to seek evidence through literature review,and put forward the most effective clinical strategies and schemes for the diagnosis and treatment of senile osteoporosis,so as to provide some theoretical guidance for clinical practice.

Current opinions on the mechanism,classification,imaging diagnosis and treatment of post-traumatic osteomyelitis

Post-traumatic osteomyelitis(PTO)is a worldwide problem in the field of orthopaedic trauma.So far,there is no ideal treatment or consensus-based gold standard for its management.This paper reviews the representative literature focusing on PTO,mainly from the following four aspects:(1)the pathophysiological mechanism of PTO and the interaction mechanism between bacteria and the body,including fracture stress,different components of internal fixation devices,immune response,occurrence and development mechanisms of inflammation in PTO,as well as the occurrence and development mechanisms of PTO in skeletal system;(2)clinical classification,mainly the etiological classification,histological classification,anatomical classification and the newly proposed new classifications(a brief analysis of their scope and limitations);(3)imaging diagnosis,including non-invasive examination and invasive examination(this paper discusses their advantages and disadvantages respectively,and briefly compares the sensitivity and effectiveness of the current examinations);and(4)strategies,including antibiotic administration,surgical choices and other treatment programs.Based on the above-mentioned four aspects,we try to put forward some noteworthy sections,in order to make the existing opinions more specific.

Diagnosis and treatment of rare complications of pelvic fractures

Purpose： To enhance the awareness of rare complications of pelvic fracture and describe the correct diagnosis and effective treatment. Methods： A total of 188 cases of pelvic fractures were retrospectively reviewed, and four patients who suffered from four types of rare pelvic fracture complications were described, namely ureteral obstruction caused by retroperitoneal hematoma-induced abdominal compartment syndrome （ACS）, bowel entrapment, external lilac artery injury, and open scrotal sac injury. Results： We demonstrated that combined measures should be employed to prevent the occurrence of ACS following major pelvic fractures. Ureteral catheter support may be a good option at an early stage when ACS occurred. Contrasted computed tomography examination and sufficient awareness are keys to a correct diagnosis of bowel entrapment following pelvic fractures. Recognition of risk factors, early diagnosis, and prompt treatment of suspected injury of the external iliac artery are keys to patient survival and to avoid limb loss. Scrotal and/or testicular injury complicated by pelvic fractures should be carefully treated to maintain normal gonad function. Additionally, establishment of a sophisticated trauma care system and multi-disciplinary coordination are important for correct diagnosis and treat- ment of rare complications in pelvic fractures. Conclusions： Rare complications of pelvic fractures are difficult to diagnose and negatively impact outcome. Recognition of risk factors and sufficient awareness are essential for correct diagnosis and prompt treatment.

Guideline for diagnosis and treatment of spine trauma in the epidemic of COVID-19

Outbreak of COVID-19 is ongoing all over the world.Spine trauma is one of the most common types of trauma and will probably be encountered during the fight against COVID-19 and resumption of work and production.Patients with unstable spine fractures or continuous deterioration of neurological function require emergency surgery.The COVID-19 epidemic has brought tremendous challenges to the diagnosis and treatment of such patients.To coordinate the diagnosis and treatment of infectious disease prevention and spine trauma so as to formulate a rigorous diagnosis and treatment plan and to reduce the disability and mortality of the disease,multidisciplinary collaboration is needed.This expert consensus is formulated in order to(1)prevent and control the epidemic,(2)diagnose and treat patients with spine trauma reasonably,and(3)reduce the risk of cross-infection between patients and medical personnel during the treatment.

基于Citespace对人工智能在骨创伤研究的可视化分析

背景:人工智能在医疗领域的发展日益迅速,在骨创伤领域的应用研究不断增多。文章旨在通过文献计量学分析,分析近年来人工智能在骨创伤领域中的研究热点,并预测未来的研究趋势。目的:总结人工智能技术在骨创伤领域的应用发展历程、研究现状、热点和未来发展趋势,以期为今后的研究提供新的见解。方法:选择Web of Science核心集数据库中,时间跨度设为自建库至2023年8月,检索人工智能、机器学习、深度学习应用于骨创伤相关的文献420篇。通过人工筛选,导出与文章相关的文献共202篇,采用Citespace软件进行国家、机构、被引期刊和引文分析等的合作和关键词的共现等可视化分析。结果与结论:①分析筛选后纳入的202篇文献,总体发文量呈上升趋势,且在未来研究潜力巨大。研究中心性最高和发文量排名第一的国家均为美国。加州大学(美国)是发文量最多的研究机构。②人工智能在骨创伤研究中最常用的前5个关键词是深度学习、人工智能、骨密度、机器学习、诊断,中心性最高的关键词为骨密度,关键词数量最多的为深度学习。③共被引频次前10位的参考文献分别从多个方面介绍了人工智能技术应用于骨创伤领域诊断的可行性研究,其中8篇涉及骨关节损伤与深卷积神经网络,1篇涉及深度学习在CT检查中检测骨质疏松从而预防脆性骨折,1篇通过人工智能识别皮肤纹理变的特征应用于骨的特征性识别的相关性研究。④今后,人工智能的研究热点将主要集中在骨关节创伤和骨质疏松引发的骨折特异性研究上,未来研究趋势主要集中在提升人工智能算法的性能上,使用人工智能新技术对骨损伤进行精准划分和快速高效诊断,尤其是针对复杂和隐匿性骨折的诊断,通过建立有限元分析模型,实现对骨创伤的更加标准化评估。

手术治疗Hoffa骨折6例临床分析

对于Hoffa骨折,临床少见,诊断困难,常会漏诊。Hoffa骨折采用保守疗法,易产生移位,因此,临床上常采用手术疗法,对其诊断及手术治疗方法进行叙述。

Hoffa 骨折的研究进展

Hoffa骨折定义为股骨髁冠状面骨折,股骨髁特殊的解剖结构是发生Hoffa骨折的基础因素。膝关节侧位X线上骨折线不易被发现而易漏诊,随着CT、MRI技术的应用,Hoffa骨折亦不难诊断。常用分型有AO/OTA、Letenneur分型/Letenneur改良分型、CT分型;手术入路可采用前内外侧髌旁入路、后外侧、后内侧及联合入路。切开复位内固定是目前治疗Hoffa骨折的主流术式,螺钉、接骨板、螺钉结合接骨板被广泛用于骨折端固定,取得优良的效果。关节镜辅助治疗作为一种新型治疗手段,具有明确优势。如何治疗Hoffa骨折,解剖复位关节面,减缓关节退变,仍是我们面临的巨大挑战。

Hoffa骨折的诊断和治疗进展

Hoffa骨折是股骨远端冠状面骨折的统称,是罕见的关节内骨折。其多发生于两轮交通工具的碰撞事故,最可能的发生机制为在屈膝状态下,股骨髁的后半部受到冠状面的垂直暴力,并同时遭受前后及内外翻应力的冲击。Hoffa骨折极易漏诊,平片通常难以发现所有的Hoffa骨折,常需要CT矢状面及三维重建协助诊断。其手术入路有髌旁入路、股内侧肌下方入路、直接外侧入路和后外侧入路等。对于不同类型的Hoffa骨折,可选择不同入路以及内植物,以求通过最少的组织剥离获得最可靠的骨折固定。但目前有关Hoffa骨折的治疗多为个案报道,缺乏远期并发症及关节功能的随访研究,对手术入路的选择以及各种内植物生物力学性能的对比也有待进一步研究。

Orthopaedic perspective on bone metastasis

The incidence of cancer is increasing worldwide, with the advent of a myriad of new treatment options, so is the overall survival of these patients. However, from an orthopaedic perspective, there comes the challenge of treating more patients with a variety of metastatic bone lesions. The consequences of such lesions can be significant to the patient, from pain and abnormal blood results, including hypercalcemia, to pathological fracture. Given the multiple options available, the treatment of bone metastasis should be based on a patientby patient manner, as is the case with primary bone lesions. It is imperative, given the various lesion types and locations, treatment of bone metastasis should be performed in an individualised manner. We should consider the nature of the lesion, the effect of treatment on the patient and the overall outcome of our decisions. The dissemination of primary lesions to distant sites is a complex pathway involving numerous cytokines within the tumour itself and the surrounding microenvironment. To date, it is not fully understood and we still base a large section of our knowledge on Pagets historic "seed and soil" theory. As we gain further understanding of this pathway it will allow us develop more medical based treatments. The treatment of primary cancers has long been provided in a multi-disciplinary setting to achieve the best patient outcomes. This should also be true for the treatment of bone metastases. Orthopaedic surgeons should be involved in themultidisciplinary treatment of such patients given that there are a variety of both surgical fixation methods and non-operative methods at our disposal.