Olecranon anatomy:Use of a novel proximal interlocking screw for intramedullary nailing,a cadaver study

AIM: To define the optimum safe angle of use for an eccentrically aligned proximal interlocking screw(PIS) for intramedullary nailing(IMN).METHODS: Thirty-six dry cadaver ulnas were split into two equal pieces sagitally. The following points were identified for each ulna: the deepest point of the incisura olecrani(A), the point where perpendicular lines from A and the ideal IMN entry point(D) are intersected(C) and a point at 3.5 mm(2 mm safety distance from articular surface + 1.5 mm radius of PIS) posterior from point A(B). We calculated the angle of screws inserted from point D through to point B in relation to D-C and B-C. In addition, an eccentrically aligned screw was inserted at a standard 20° through the anterior cortex of the ulna in each bone and the articular surface wasobserved macroscopically for any damage.RESULTS: The mean A-C distance was 9.6 mm(mean ± SD, 9.600 ± 0.763 mm), A-B distance was 3.5 mm, C-D distance was 12.500 mm(12.500 ± 1.371 mm) and the mean angle was 25.9°(25.9°± 2.0°). Lack of articular damage was confirmed macroscopically in all bones after the 20.0° eccentrically aligned screws were inserted. Intramedullary nail fixation systems have well known biological and biomechanical advantages for osteosynthesis. However, as well as these well-known advantages, IMN fixation of the ulna has some limitations. Some important limitations are related to the proximal interlocking of the ulna nail. The location of the PIS itself limits the indications for which intramedullary systems can be selected as an implant for the ulna. The new PIS design, where the PIS is aligned 20°eccentrically to the nail body, allows fixing of fractures even at the level of the olecranon without disturbing the joint. It also allows the eccentrically aligned screw to be inserted in any direction except through the proximal radio-ulnar joint. Taking into consideration our results, we now use a 20° eccentrically aligned PIS for all ulnas. In our results, the angle required to insert the PIS was less than 20° for only one bone. However, 0.7° difference corresponds to placement of the screw only 0.2 mm closer to the articular surface. As we assume 2.0 mm to be a safe distance, a placement of the screw 0.2 mm closer to the articular surface may not produce any clinical symptoms.CONCLUSION: The new PIS may give us the opportunity to interlock IMN without articular damage and confirmation by fluoroscopy if the nail is manufactured with a PIS aligned at a 20.0° fixed angle in relation to the IMN.

Treatment of femur supracondylar fracture with retrograde interlocking intramedullary nails in elderly patients

Objective： To report 32 cases of femur supracondylar fracture treated with retrograde interlocking intramedullary nails in elderly patients. Methods： According to the AO classification, all of 32 cases were classified as extra-articular type A. 32 cases were treated with interlocking intramedullary nail by closed insertion from intercondylar fossa of the knee. All cases accepted CPM exercise as early as possible after operation. Results： Following up 5 to 15 months, all fractures united within an average duration of 5.3 months （4-7 months）. According to the Shelbourne scale, the excellent rate of the knee function was 86.3%. Conclusion： Retrograde interlocking intramedullary nail is useful alternative implant for the treatment of osteoporotic supracondylar fracture of femur, particularly of the type A fracture in the elderly population. Its merits include stable fixation, high rate of fracture union and few complications.

Bone metabolism and trauma degree of magnetic-guided intramedullary nail fixation for femoral shaft fracture

Objective:To explore the effect of magnetic-guided intramedullary nail fixation on bone metabolism and trauma degree in patients with femoral shaft fracture.Methods: A total of 128 patients with femoral shaft fractures who received surgical treatment in the hospital between April 2016 and November 2017 were divided into control group (n=64) and study group (n=64) according to the random number table method. Control group received the traditional intramedullary nail treatment, and study group received magnetic-guided intramedullary nail treatment. The differences in serum levels of bone metabolism indexes and inflammatory factors were compared between the two groups 48 h after surgery.Results: 48 h after surgery, serum bone formation indexes BGP, PⅠNP, PⅠCP and BAP levels of study group were higher than those of control group whereas bone resorption indexesβ-CTX, TRACP5b and NTX levels were lower than those of control group;serum inflammatory factors TGF-β, hs-CRP, IL-1β, IL-6 and IL-17 levels were lower than those of control group.Conclusion:Compared with traditional intramedullary nail therapy, magnetic-guided intramedullary nail fixation can more effectively balance the bone metabolism status and reduce the fracture end trauma in patients with femoral shaft fracture.

Trauma and bone metabolism of magnetic navigation intramedullary nail and traditional intramedullary nail fixation treatment of femoral shaft fracture

Objective:To analyze the trauma and bone metabolism of magnetic navigation intramedullary nail and traditional intramedullary nail fixation treatment of femoral shaft fracture. Methods:58 patients with femoral shaft fracture treated in our hospital between December 2011 and December 2015 were divided into observation group and control group by random number table (n=29). Control group received conventional intramedullary nail fixation treatment, and observation group received magnetic navigation intramedullary nail fixation treatment. 24 h after surgery, blood coagulation indexes, enzymology indexes, bone metabolism indexes and angiogenesis indexes were determined;6 months after surgery, bone mineral density levels were determined. Results:24 h after surgery, peripheral blood thrombin time (TT), prothrombin time (PT), and activated partial thromboplastin time (APTT) levels of observation group were significantly higher than those of control group, and serum fibrinogen (FIB), D-Dimer (D-D), lactate dehydrogenase (LDH), creatine kinase (CK), creatine kinase isoenzyme (CKMB), glutamic oxalacetic transaminase (GOT), sex hormone-binding globulin type I (SHBG), collagen cross-linked carboxyl-terminal telopeptide (CTX) and deoxypyridinoline (DPD) content were lower than those of control group while bone gla protein (BGP), insulin-like growth factor (IGF-1), hypoxia-inducible factor-1α (HIF-α), angiogenin 1 (Ang-1), recombinant basic fibroblast growth factor (bFGF) and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) content were higher than those of control group;6 months after surgery, fracture end bone mineral density (BMD) value of observation group was higher than that of control group. Conclusions:Magnetic navigation intramedullary nail treatment of femoral shaft fracture can more effectively reduce the surgical trauma, improve bone metabolism and increase bone mineral density.

Rigid locked nail fixation for pediatric tibia fractures-Where are the data?

Tibial shaft fractures are common injuries among the pediatric and adolescent population. Conservative treatment remains the preferred treatment. However, over the last two decades, there has been an increasing trend of operative fixation in pediatric tibia fractures, commonly with intramedullary nail fixation (IMN). Elastic stable intramedullary nails (ESIN) are heavily used especially in skeletally immature patients as they are physeal respecting and the technique for insertion is familiar. Alternatively, reamed locked intramedullary nails (RIMN) have gained traction in adolescents and skeletally immature pre-adolescents. When identifying publications germane to intramedullary fixation of pediatric tibia fractures, the majority investigated clinical and radiographic outcomes associated with ESIN. We were able to identify only one study specifically examining RIMN in this population, albeit other studies included patients treated with RIMN. In parallel, there has been considerable progress in the field of skeletal maturity estimation with criteria based on different anatomic regions. However, little data exists for trauma purposes as no gold standard system had been accepted and proven to be precise for determination of potential growth remaining around the knee or for quantifying the risk of damage to the proximal tibial physis. Systems devised have been either unvalidated or unnecessarily complex or both. In order to achieve more informed treatment choices and optimal patient outcomes when using IMN fixation in pediatrics, simple to use, validated plain film-based methodology is needed to define skeletal maturity for the proximal tibia. Additionally, further examination of outcomes and the role of RIMN in this population are warranted.

Risk Assessment of Retrograde Intramedullary Nailing for Proximal Humeral Fracture

In proximal humeral fracture except AO classification 11A1, fixations with a locking plate and nails are recommended. We performed mechanical tests to investigate whether retrograde intramedullary nailing has fixation stability comparable to those of anterograde intramedullary nailing and locking plate which achieve clinically favorable outcomes. In retrograde intramedullary nailing, a nail entry point is made in the diaphysis, for which reduction of stiffness of the humerus is of concern. Thus, we investigated the influence of a nail entry point made in the diaphysis on humeral strength. Retrograde intramedullary nailing had fixation stability against bending and a force loaded in the rotation direction comparable to those of anterograde intramedullary nail and locking plate. Displacement by the main external force loaded on the humerus, compressive load, was less than half in the bone fixed by retrograde intramedullary nailing compared with that in the bone fixed with a locking plate, showing favorable fixation stability. It was clarified that stiffness of the humerus against rotation and a load in the compression direction is not reduced by a nail entry point made by retrograde intramedullary nailing.

Intramedullary bone pedestal formation contributing to femoral shaft fracture nonunion:A case report and review of the literature

BACKGROUND Femoral shaft fracture is a commonly encountered orthopedic injury that can be treated operatively with a low overall delayed/nonunion rate.In the case of delayed union after antegrade or retrograde intramedullary nail fixation,fracture dynamization is often attempted first.Nonunion after dynamization has been shown to occur due to infection and other aseptic etiologies.We present a unique case of diaphyseal femoral shaft fracture nonunion after dynamization due to intramedullary cortical bone pedestal formation at the distal tip of the nail.CASE SUMMARY A 37-year-old male experienced a high-energy trauma to his left thigh after coming down hard during a motocross jump.Evaluation was consistent with an isolated,closed,left mid-shaft femur fracture.He was initially managed with reamed antegrade intramedullary nail fixation but had continued thigh pain.Radiographs at four months demonstrated no evidence of fracture union and failure of the distal locking screw,and dynamization by distal locking screw removal was performed.The patient continued to have pain eight months after the initial procedure and 4 mo after dynamization with serial radiographs continuing to demonstrate no evidence of fracture healing.The decision was made to proceed with exchange nailing for aseptic fracture nonunion.During the exchange procedure,an obstruction was encountered at the distal tip of the failed nail and was confirmed on magnified fluoroscopy to be a pedestal of cortical bone in the canal.The obstruction required further distal reaming.A longer and larger diameter exchange nail was placed without difficulty and without a distal locking screw to allow for dynamization at the fracture site.Post-operative radiographs showed proper fracture and hardware alignment.There was subsequently radiographic evidence of callus formation at one year with subsequent fracture consolidation and resolution of thigh pain at eighteen months.CONCLUSION The risk of fracture nonunion caused by intramedullary bone pedestal formation can be mitigated with the use of maximum length and diameter nails and close follow up.

THE MORPHOLOGICAL MEASURE OF THE TIBIAL MEDULLARY CAVITY AND ITS SIGNIFICANCE

Objective To provide morphological reference for the designing of the intramedullary nail fixation which suitable for Chinese by investigating the morphological characteristics of tibial medullary cavity. Methods The morphological parameters of the 113 normal adult tibiale were measured on the X-ray photographs with the image analysis software. Results The total lengths of tibial medullary cavities were 299.49±11.03 mm(male) and 274.60± 6.77 mm(female), and the lengths of the narrow part were 66.36±3.90 mm(male) and 51.57±3.92mm(female). The end-points of narrow part were about 29.9 mm(male) and 26.09 mm(female)below the midpoints of medullary cavities. The radians of the longitudinal axes of medullary cavities were 2.53±1.27°(male) and 2.57±1.16°(female). The proximal opening K were 9.47±2.71(male) and 8.59±2.46(female). The distal opening K were 8.21± 2.93(male)and 7.65±2.87(female). Conclusion The morphology of tibial medullary cavity, the characteristic variety of radian and the opening K were very important references for designing the Chinese intramedullary nail fixation.

Effect of lengthening along the anatomical axis of the femur and its clinical impact

AIM To review and study the effect of lengthening along the anatomical axis of long bones and its relation to the mechanical axis deviation.METHODS We try in this review to calculate and discuss the exact clinical impact of lengthening along the anatomical axis of the femur on affecting the limb alignment. Also we used a trigonometric formula to predict the change of the femoral distal anatomical mechanical angle(AMA) after lengthening along the anatomical axis. RESULTS Lengthening along the anatomical axis of the femur by 10% of its original length results in reduction in the distal femoral AMA by 0.57 degrees. There is no objective experimental scientific data to prove that the Mechanical axis is passing via the center of the hip to the center of the knee. There is wide variation in normal anatomical axis for different populations. In deformity correction, surgeons try to reproduce the normal usual bone shape to regain normal function, which is mainly anatomical axis. CONCLUSION Lengthening of the femur along its anatomical axis results in mild reduction of the distal femoral AMA. This may partially compensate for the expected mechanical axis lateralisation and hence justify its minimal clinical impact.

Compression Test and Finite Element Analysis for Failure Criterion of the Tibial Post of a Posterior-Stabilized Knee Prosthesis

Post cam mechanism of Posterior Stabilized (PS) knee prostheses is useful to realize intrinsic stability for cases with severe degeneration. However, some retrieval studies report severe failure of the polyethylene tibial post. We thought that severe failures were caused by high loads during daily activities. In the current study, we performed a compression test and a finite element analysis of the mechanical forces produced in the tibial post in posterior-stabilized knee prostheses in order to develop a specification for the tibial posts found in the polyethylene inserts of PS knee prostheses. Anterior tibial post impingement and posterior tibial post impingement were simulated. The surface pressure values detected in the compression test were consistent with those obtained in the FE analysis. Of the three designs, the lowest von Mises stress values were generated inside the round tibial post;therefore, tibial posts should be round. The risk of tibial post failure was low when 500 or 1000 N was loaded onto the knee joint. It was suggested that tibial post failure occurs when the shear strain at the base of the tibial post exceeds 0.1.

Results of Dynamic Interlock Nailing in Distal Tibial Fractures

A study was performed in adults to determine the efficacy of closed reduction and intramedullary nailing in dynamic mode on union, implant failure and incidence of malalignment in patients who sustained an extra-articular fracture of the distal tibia. Methods: Between January 2007 and December 2013, one hundred and twelve patients of distal tibia that involved the distal 6 cm of the tibia were treated at our hospital with reamed intramedullary nailing with use of two distal interlocking screws and one proximal screw in dynamic mode. The augmentation was done with poller screws whenever it was necessary. The nailing of fibular fractures was done in 27 cases. There were 85 males and 27 females with a mean age of 30.9 (range: 20 to 72). Eighty fractures were closed whereas 32 were grade 1 open fractures. Results: The average time to union of the closed fracture was 15.4 weeks (range: 12 – 28 weeks). The healing times for the primarily nailed compound Grade I averaged 17.8 (range: 15 - 34 weeks). After minimum follow-up of one year, rate of primary union was in 97.32%. One case of broken nail required revision surgery. There were three cases of delayed union and two cases of non union. In one case there was deep infection which required exchange nailing with antibiotic impregnated nail. There was breakage of interlocking screws in three cases but fracture had united. In twenty two cases acceptable malalignment of the tibia was observed after union. The outcome was determined at a minimum of one year in our study based on the criteria of Johner and Wruhs. Out of 112 patients, 79 patients had excellent results, 29 had good results and 4 had fair results. Conclusions: The dynamic osteosynthesis of distal tibia by interlocking nail and judicious use of poller screws is an effective alternative for the treatment of distal metaphyseal tibial fractures.

Treatment of distal femoral nonunion and delayed union by using a retrograde intramedullary interlocking nail

Objective: To analyze the causes of distal femoral nonunion and delayed union and assess the outcome of the corresponding treatment, retrograde intramedullary interlocking nail (RIIN). Methods: From June 1995 to December 1998, 15 patients (9 males and 6 females) with distal femoral nonunion and delayed union were treated with RIIN. The average age of the patients was 34.5 years (23 46 years). Bone grafting was performed in 10 patients, closed reaming was done in the other 5 patients. Correction osteotomy was performed in 2 patients, and intra articular release of knee adhesion in 11 patients. X ray examination and knee society clinical rating system (KSS) were used to evaluate the results. Results: All fractures were followed up for at least 9 months with average follow up duration of 14.5 months (9 33 months). Solid union was documented in all patients at 6.4 months on average. There were no infections or malunions in this series. Based on the final follow up data, acceptable functional range of motion (ROM) of over 90° was achieved in most patients. The average ROM was 93.5° with significant improvement of 28° ( 42.7 %, P< 0.05 ) compared with the preoperative ROM. The average knee score was 96. Excellent ROM emerged in 13 patients. The knee function score was 90.5 on average. Conclusions: The main causes of distal femoral nonunion and delayed union are improper indications and improper use of the implants. RIIN is an effective alternative for treatment of distal femoral nonunion and delayed union because it can provide a stable and reliable fixation which is beneficial for early functional exercise of knee. Bone grafting, closed reaming and intra articular release of knee adhesion should be considered in order to enhance the bone healing and improve ROM and the knee function.

Comparison of two kinds of intramedullary nails in the treatment of femoral shaft fractures in adults

Intramedullary nails have been widely used in treating femoral shaft fractures. However, end caps falling into soft tissue intraoperatively may cause trouble to surgeons, prolong operative time and increase radiation exposure. Additionally, difficulties may be encountered when removing nails because of callus formation over the nail tip. We performed a prospective study to compare two types of nails in managing femoral shaft fractures. Methods Group I consisted of seventy-four patients with unilateral femoral shaft fractures treated with cannulated interlocking anatomical femoral intramedullary nails. Group II consisted of seventy-eight patients treated with cannulated interlocking anatomical femoral intramedullary nails with tail wires. The patients＇ ages, fracture severity, duration of operation, fluoroscopy time, blood loss and falls of end caps into soft tissue were recorded. Nails were removed after fracture healing. The duration of operation and blood loss during nail removal were recorded. Results There were no significant differences between groups with respect to age and fracture severity （P 〉0.05）. End caps fell into soft tissue 17 times in 15 cases in group I and 21 times in 16 cases in group I1. An average of seven minutes was spent recovering a lost cap in group I. In group II, all lost caps were recovered immediately. The duration of operation and fluoroscopy time in group II was significantly less than in group I （P 〈0.05）. Asymptomatic palpable nodules were detected in 4 cases in group I1. Nail removals were performed on 58 patients in group I and 69 patients in group I1. The duration of operation, blood loss and complications in group II were less than in group I （P〈0.05）. Conclusion Intramedullary nails with tail wires facilitate both fracture fixation and nail removal, which can be used to treat femoral shaft fractures with less radiation exposure, shorter surgical time and fewer complications.

交锁髓内钉内固定术对胫骨远端关节外骨折患者HSS、AOFAS评分的影响

目的探究交锁髓内钉(IMN)内固定术对胫骨远端关节外骨折患者美国特种外科医院(HSS)评分、美国足踝外科医生协会评分系统(AOFAS)评分的影响。方法选择2018年1月至2021年1月于我院就诊的100例胫骨远端关节外骨折患者作为研究对象,按照治疗方案差异性将其分为对照组与观察组,每组50例。对照组给予微创经皮钢板固定术(MIPPO)治疗,观察组给予IMN内固定术治疗。比较两组的治疗效果。结果两组的手术时间、愈合时间、住院时间以及术中出血量无显著差异(P>0.05)。观察组的术前等待时间、下地负重时间明显短于对照组(P<0.05)。治疗6个月后,两组的踝关节背屈度数、胫骨对线度数无显著差异(P>0.05)。两组的并发症总发生率无显著差异(P>0.05)。治疗1个月后,观察组的HSS、AOFAS评分高于对照组(P<0.05)。结论IMN内固定术有利于促进胫骨远端关节外骨折患者短期膝、踝关节功能恢复,可缩短患者术前等待时间以及术后下地负重时间,降低并发症发生风险,安全性尚可。

Titanium Elastic Nails for Pediatric Femur Fractures: Clinical and Radiological Study

Background: Management of femoral diaphyseal fractures in the age group 616 years is controversial. There has been a resurgence worldwide for operative fixation. Material and methods: Twenty children (15 boys, 5 girls) aged 616 years with femoral diaphyseal fractures (20 fractures, one in each) were stabilized with Titanium Elastic Nail (TEN). Patients underwent surgery within ten days of their injury. The results were evaluated using Flynn’s Scoring Criteria.Two nails were used in each fracture. Results: All 20 patients were available for evaluation and follow up for a mean duration of 24 months (1532 months). Radiological union in all cases was achieved in a mean time of 8 weeks. Full weight bearing was possible in a mean time of 10 weeks (812 weeks). The results were excellent in 14 patients (70%) and successful in 6 patients (30%). Few complications that occurred were infection (in 2 cases), knee joint stiffness(in 4 cases), angulation less than 10 degrees( in 4 cases), shortening less than 10 mm(in 4 cases). Conclusion: Intramedullary fixation by TEN is an effective treatment of fracture of femur in properly selected patients of the 616 years age group.

Fragility of statistically significant findings from randomized clinical trials of surgical treatment of humeral shaft fractures:A systematic review

BACKGROUND Despite recent meta-analyses of randomized controlled trials(RCTs),there remains no consensus regarding the preferred surgical treatment for humeral shaft fractures.The fragility index(FI)is an emerging tool used to evaluate the robustness of RCTs by quantifying the number of participants in a study group that would need to switch outcomes in order to reverse the study conclusions.AIM To investigate the fragility index of randomized control trials assessing outcomes of operative fixation in proximal humerus fractures.METHODS We completed a systematic review of RCTs evaluating the surgical treatment of humeral shaft fractures.Inclusion criteria included:articles published in English;patients randomized and allotted in 1:1 ratio to 2 parallel arms;and dichotomous outcome variables.The FI was calculated for total complications,each complication individually,and secondary surgeries using the Fisher exact test,as previously published.RESULTS Fifteen RCTs were included in the analysis comparing open reduction plate osteosynthesis with dynamic compression plate or locking compression plate,intramedullary nail,and minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis.The median FI was 0 for all parameters analyzed.Regarding individual outcomes,the FI was 0 for 81/91(89%)of outcomes.The FI exceeded the number lost to follow up in only 2/91(2%)outcomes.CONCLUSION The FI shows that data from RCTs regarding operative treatment of humeral shaft fractures are fragile and does not demonstrate superiority of any particular surgical technique.

不同髓内钉内固定术在胫骨远端关节外骨折治疗中的效果比较

目的 比较不同髓内钉内固定术治疗胫骨远端关节外骨折的效果。方法 前瞻性选择2021年1月至2022年6月濮阳市人民医院骨科收治的80例胫骨远端关节外骨折患者,以随机数字表法分为A组与B组,各40例。A组接受逆行髓内钉内固定术,B组接受交锁髓内钉内固定术。比较两组术后3个月的临床疗效。比较两组围手术期指标、踝关节功能、术后并发症发生情况。结果 两组术后3个月的临床效果差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。A组手术时间短于B组(P<0.05);两组术中出血量、骨折愈合时间差异无统计学意义(P>0.05)。术后3个月,两组踝后足功能评分(AOFAS)评分均升高,但B组低于A组(P<0.05)。B组术后并发症发生率高于A组(P<0.05)。结论 逆行髓内钉与交锁髓内钉固定术治疗胫骨远端关节外骨折均可获得理想疗效,且应用逆行髓内钉可有效缩短手术时间,并能够加速踝关节功能恢复,降低并发症发生率。

顶棒支撑法复位髓内钉固定治疗难复性股骨转子间骨折的临床效果

目的分析顶棒支撑法复位髓内钉固定治疗难复性股骨转子间骨折的临床效果。方法于2020年8月至2022年8月在南阳市中心医院收集病例展开研究,将严格按照纳排标准筛选的106例难复性股骨转子间骨折患者作为研究对象,根据随机数字表法分为研究组与对照组,各53例。对照组接受切开或有限切开复位结合髓内钉固定治疗,研究组接受顶棒支撑法复位髓内钉固定。统计对比两组患者围手术期情况、骨折复位质量、术后恢复情况;对比两组患者术前、术后6个月髋关节功能评分;对比两组并发症发生率。结果研究组手术时间、骨折复位时间较对照组短,手术出血量较对照组少(P<0.05)。研究组骨折复位质量优于对照组(P<0.05)。研究组骨折愈合、开始负重和住院时间较对照组短(P<0.05)。术后6个月,两组髋关节功能评分均较术前提高,研究组高于对照组(P<0.05)。研究组并发症发生率[5.66%(3/53)]较对照组[18.87%(10/53)]低(P<0.05)。结论采用顶棒支撑法复位髓内钉固定治疗难复性股骨转子间骨折可减轻对机体的创伤,降低并发症发生率,提高复位效果,促进骨折愈合和髋关节功能恢复。

闭合复位钛制弹性髓内钉内固定治疗MasonⅡ型桡骨头骨折疗效分析

目的探讨闭合复位钛制弹性髓内钉内固定治疗MasonⅡ型桡骨头骨折的临床效果。方法选取2019年6月至2021年6月郑州市第七人民医院收治的80例MasonⅡ型桡骨头骨折患者作为研究对象,按照随机数表法将其随机分为观察组(40例)和对照组(40例),观察组患者采用闭合复位钛制弹性髓内钉内固定治疗,对照组患者采用手法复位联合石膏外固定治疗,对比观察两组患者临床疗效、肘关节活动度及并发症发生情况。结果术后6个月,观察组患者肘关节功能恢复为优者30例、良者8例、可者2例,明显优于对照组患者的肘关节功能恢复为优者14例、良者17例、可者7例、差者2例(Z=-3664,P<0001);术后6个月,观察组患者肘关节屈曲、伸展及前臂旋前、旋后活动度均明显大于对照组(t=3643、2868、3366、3588,P=0001、0005、0001、0001);术后随访1年,观察组患者均未出现并发症,其并发症发生率明显低于对照组患者的并发症发生率100%(χ^(2)=4211,P=0040)。结论与手法复位联合石膏外固定相比,闭合复位钛制弹性髓内钉内固定能够明显提高MasonⅡ型桡骨头骨折患者的肘关节功能恢复效果,改善肘关节活动度,减少术后并发症的发生,值得临床推广应用。

髓内钉在下肢骨折患者内固定治疗中的应用

目的探讨在下肢骨折患者内固定治疗中应用髓内钉的效果。方法选取2022年1月—2023年5月麻城市人民医院收治的210例下肢骨折患者为研究对象,按照不同的手术方法分为对照组和研究组,各105例。对照组行常规加压钢板内固定治疗,研究组行带锁髓内钉治疗。比较两组术后骨折愈合情况、手术相关参数、术后并发症发生情况。结果研究组术后骨折愈合优良率为93.33%(98/105),高于对照组的81.90%(86/105),差异有统计学意义(χ^(2)=6.321,P<0.05)。研究组手术时间、切口长度均短于对照组,术中出血量、术后引流量均少于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P均<0.05)。研究组术后并发症发生率低于对照组,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。结论髓内钉应用在下肢骨折中可取得显著的效果,能减少手术对患者的创伤,且术后骨折愈合的优良率更高。