Introduction: To our knowledge, no scientific study has been conducted at the university hospital of Kati on recent traumatic epiphyseal detachment fractures of the distal femur. However, every day, children present i...Introduction: To our knowledge, no scientific study has been conducted at the university hospital of Kati on recent traumatic epiphyseal detachment fractures of the distal femur. However, every day, children present in consultation for knee trauma. Conjugal plate fractures are by definition single to children. Any break in any solution of continuity of this plate is called an epiphyseal fracture or detachment. Objectives: To evaluate the results of surgical treatment of traumatic epiphyseal in detachments of the distal femur recent in children and adolescents. Patients and Method: This was a 13-month prospectively collected longitudinal descriptive study from September 1, 2016 to September 30, 2017. We identified and reviewed 20 medical records of recent traumatic epiphyseal detachments of the distal femur. The parameters studied were sociodemographic, lesion, surgical technique and evolutionary. Results: During the study period, the most affected group age was 12 to 17 years (85%) with an average of 14.65 ± 1.61 years (6 and 20 years). The victims were male (95%). The most frequent etiology was road traffic accident (95%), with a mean time to care of 26.42 ± 10.21 hours and Type II was frequently encountered (85%) with 35% of immediate complications. Cross-bracketing was the most commonly used surgical technique (85%). The result was good (65%). Conclusion: This study allowed us to observe a significant hospital incidence of epiphyseal detachment fractures of the distal femur. Cross pinning was the most commonly used surgical technique with fewer complications (35%) and a satisfactory result in 90% of cases.展开更多
AIM:To review our outcomes and compare the results of the Less Invasive Stabilization System(LISS)to other implants for distal femur fracture management at a regional Australian hospital.METHODS:The LISS is a novel im...AIM:To review our outcomes and compare the results of the Less Invasive Stabilization System(LISS)to other implants for distal femur fracture management at a regional Australian hospital.METHODS:The LISS is a novel implant for the management of distal femur fractures.It is,however,technically demanding and treatment results have not yet been assessed outside tertiary centres.Twenty-seven patients with 28 distal femur fractures who had been managed surgically at the Mackay Base Hospital from January 2004 to December 2010 were retrospectively enrolled and assessed clinically and radiologically.Outcomes were union,pain,Lysholm score,knee range of motion,and complication rates.RESULTS:Twenty fractures were managed with the LISS and eight fractures were managed with alternative implants.Analysis of the surgical techniques re-vealed that 11 fractures managed with the LISS were performed according to the recommended principles(LISS-R)and 9 were not(LISS-N).Union occurred in67.9%of fractures overall:9/11(82%)in the LISS-R group vs 5/9(56%)in the LISS-N group and 5/8(62.5%)in the alternative implant group.There was no statistically significant difference between pain,Lysholm score,and complication rates between the groups.However,there was a trend towards the LISS-R group having superior outcomes which were clinically significant.There was a statistically significant greater range of median knee flexion in the LISS-R group with compared to the LISS-N group(P=0.0143)and compared with the alternative implant group(P=0.0454).CONCLUSION:The trends towards the benefits of the LISS procedure when correctly applied would suggest that not only should the LISS procedure be performed for distal femur fractures,but the correct principle of insertion is important in improving the patient’s outcome.展开更多
BACKGROUND Surgical treatment of complex fractures of the distal femur in the elderly is controversial.Osteoporosis and pre-existent osteoarthritis are common comorbidities in the elderly which add to the need for ear...BACKGROUND Surgical treatment of complex fractures of the distal femur in the elderly is controversial.Osteoporosis and pre-existent osteoarthritis are common comorbidities in the elderly which add to the need for early walking and rapid restoration of function and also pose significant obstacles to achievement of satisfactory results with standard fixation techniques.Recently,several authors have suggested that primary arthroplasty could be a viable alternative option to standard fixation techniques in selected patients with complex distal femur fractures.AIM To present our experience with 11 cases of distal femur fractures treated with knee arthroplasty and large femoral resection in a population of patients over the age of 85.METHODS Data from 11 consecutive patients(10 females,1 male)presenting with acute intra-articular supracondylar or intercondylar distal femur fractures and with pre-existent primary osteoarthritis who were treated with primary knee arthroplasty were recorded.We collected standard demographic data,comorbidities and patient reported outcomes including Visual Analogical Scale(VAS),Oxford Knee Score(OKS)and Barthel’s Index.Post-operative joint range of motion(ROM)and standard radiographic data were also collected.RESULTS At a mean follow-up of 23.2 mo,all of the implants were well-positioned and osteointegrated.Furthermore,all the patients were alive and walking either independently or with walking aids.There was a marked improvement in pain(VAS 4.5 postop vs 1.9 at the last follow-up),OKS score(29.5 postop vs 36.81 at the last follow-up),ROM(96.2°postop vs 102°at the last follow-up)and restoration of pre-injury ambulatory status(average Barthel Index 77.3).The radiographic evaluations showed good restoration of the articular geometry.No deaths and no complications were recorded.CONCLUSION In conclusion,we believe that knee megaprosthesis in the case of complex fractures of the distal femur is a valid surgical choice.This is particularly true in elderly patients with severe osteoporosis and pre-existing osteoarthritis.It is important to note that this surgery should be performed by surgeons with proven experience in prosthetic hip and knee surgery and that a scrupulous selection of the cases is completed.展开更多
A case of compound C3 distal femur fracture with 12 cm bone defect. After thorough debridement, the Harms cage was used to reconstruct the medial column and the fracture was fixed with the locking distal femur plate l...A case of compound C3 distal femur fracture with 12 cm bone defect. After thorough debridement, the Harms cage was used to reconstruct the medial column and the fracture was fixed with the locking distal femur plate laterally. The Harms cage prevents the cantilever effect and eliminates the need for medial plating. This avoids another medial incision and preserves medial biology. At 18 months’ follow-up, plain radiographs demonstrated full reconstruction of the medial column with good range of motion at the knee joint. This technique avoids the need of dual plating in these fractures with good results.展开更多
AIM To review and report functional outcomes, complications,and survivorship associated with total knee arthroplasty(TKA) in the treatment of post-traumatic arthritis(PTA).METHODS We conducted a systematic review acco...AIM To review and report functional outcomes, complications,and survivorship associated with total knee arthroplasty(TKA) in the treatment of post-traumatic arthritis(PTA).METHODS We conducted a systematic review according to the PRISMA guidelines. We searched PubMed, Cochrane Library, and SCOPUS in December 2015 for Englishlanguage clinical research studies, both prospective and retrospective, examining the use of TKA for the treatment of PTA. All relevant articles were accessed in full. The manual search included references of retrieved articles.We extracted data on patients' demographics and clinical outcomes, including preoperative diagnosis and pre- and post-operative functional scores. We summarized the data and reported the results in tables and text.RESULTS Sixteen studies, four prospective and ten retrospective,examined patients who underwent TKA for PTA due to fractures of the proximal tibia, patella, and/or distal femur. Eleven studies utilized the Knee Society Scores criteria to assess functional outcomes. All studies utilizing these criteria reported an improvement in functional and knee scores of patients following TKA. Further, studies reported an increased range of motion(ROM) and reduction of pain following surgery. The most commonly reported complications with TKA included infection, stiffness, wound complications, intraoperative rupture of tendons, and osteolysis/polyethylene wear. The overwhelming majority of these complications occurred within the first two years following surgery. Six studies examined the survivorship of TKA with subsequent revision for any reason as an endpoint. Compared to patients with osteoarthritis, patients with PTA required more revisions, the majority for polyethylene wear.CONCLUSION Although associated with higher complication rates,TKA is an effective treatment for PTA, as it improves ROM, pain and functional outcomes.展开更多
Purpose:The present study aimed to treat fractures of the distal end of the radius in children with Robert Jones(RJ)bandage.The objective was to compare this treatment modality with the cast regarding the frequency of...Purpose:The present study aimed to treat fractures of the distal end of the radius in children with Robert Jones(RJ)bandage.The objective was to compare this treatment modality with the cast regarding the frequency of the complication occurrence,child comfortability,and family satisfaction.Methods:The study was a randomized controlled non-inferiority clinical trial including children with recent(less than 5 days)fractures at the distal end of the radius OTA/AO 23-A2,which is usually treated conservatively.Those with open fractures,pathological fracture,severely displaced fracture that needs reduction or multiple injuries were excluded.The participants were divided randomly into 2 groups according to the treatment modalities.Group 1 was treated by plaster of Paris cast(the control group).and Group 2 by modified RJ bandage(the trial group).The difference between the 2 groups was found by the Chi-squared test.The difference was considered statistically significant when the p value was less than 0.05.Results:There were 150 children(aged 2-12 years,any gender)included in the study,75 in each group.The complications occured in 5(3.3%)cases only,pressure sores of 3 cases in Group 1 and fracture displacement of 2 cases in Group 2.There was no statistically significant difference in the rate of complication occurrence between both modalities of treatment(p=0.649).Children treated by RJ bandages were more comfortable than those treated by the cast(97.3%vs.73.3%,p<0.001)with a statistically significant difference between them.Contrary to that,the families were more satisfied with the cast than RJ bandage(88.0%vs.81.3%),but without a statistically significant difference(p=0.257).Conclusion:RJ bandage is a non-inferior alternative to the cast for the treatment of fractures at the distal end of the radius that can be treated conservatively in children.展开更多
Purpose:Distal femoral fracture is one of the most common lower limb injuries and accounts for less than 1%of all fractures.Open fracture takes 5%-10%of the all distal femoral fractures,which is at an increased risk o...Purpose:Distal femoral fracture is one of the most common lower limb injuries and accounts for less than 1%of all fractures.Open fracture takes 5%-10%of the all distal femoral fractures,which is at an increased risk of complications.There were limited studies which documented the outcomes of such cases.The present study aims to evaluate the outcome and complications in these fractures using primary definitive fixation with condylar locking plate and antibiotic impregnated collagen sheet secondary to aggressive debridement.Methods:This is a prospective study conducted in a tertiary care orthopaedic hospital in northern India.Thirty patients of open distal femoral fractures were managed by primary definitive fixation with condylar locking plate and antibiotic impregnated collagen sheet secondary to aggressive debridement.They were followed for minimum of six months.Patients were followed up monthly for first four months,at six months and one year after surgery.Clinical and radiological signs of healing,any complications,time to union,and functional outcome were assessed.Results:The mean age of patients was 44.33 years(range 20-82 years)with male predominance of 66.7%.According to Gustilo-Anderson classification,there were 5,15 and 10 patients with open grade I,II and IIIA distal femoral fractures respectively.According to orthopaedic trauma association(OTA)classification,majority of patients in our study were of C3 type.The mean time to bony union was 5.6 months(range 4-9 months).Average postoperative knee range of motion(ROM)at the latest follow-up was 98°(range 70°-120°).Lysholm knee scoring scale showed excellent score in 11 patients,good in 9 patients,fair and poor in 5 patients each;however,there was no significant correlation with fracture pattern types(p<0.05).Knee stiffness was the major complications encountered in the study.The knee ROM was<90°in 5 patients and 90°-120°in rest of the patients,while 1 patient had extensor lag of 10°.One patient had implant failure and lost to follow-up;3 patients had deep infection.Conclusion:An approach of primary definitive fixation with condylar locking plate and antibiotic impregnated collagen sheet secondary to early aggressive debridement in open distal femur fractures shows significant results in terms of functional and radiological outcomes with minimal complications.展开更多
目的比较股骨远端90°锁定钢板与弹性髓内钉治疗学龄期儿童股骨下段不稳定型骨折的疗效。方法采用随机数字表法将75例学龄期股骨下段不稳定型骨折患儿分成观察组(采用股骨远端90°锁定钢板治疗,38例)与对照组(采用闭合或切开复...目的比较股骨远端90°锁定钢板与弹性髓内钉治疗学龄期儿童股骨下段不稳定型骨折的疗效。方法采用随机数字表法将75例学龄期股骨下段不稳定型骨折患儿分成观察组(采用股骨远端90°锁定钢板治疗,38例)与对照组(采用闭合或切开复位弹性髓内钉治疗,37例)。记录手术情况、骨折复位及愈合情况、术后再移位发生率。采用HSS评分评价膝关节功能。结果患儿均获得随访,时间6~24个月。术中出血量、术中透视次数观察组均少于对照组(P<0.05)。术后3 d X线片显示两组骨折均复位良好。两组骨折愈合时间2.5~5个月。末次随访时,HSS评分优良率观察组高于对照组(P<0.05)。术后再移位发生率观察组低于对照组(P<0.05)。结论与弹性髓内钉相比,股骨远端90°锁定钢板治疗学龄期儿童股骨下段不稳定型骨折,术中出血量、透视次数更少,术后骨折再移位率更低,疗效更好。展开更多
文摘Introduction: To our knowledge, no scientific study has been conducted at the university hospital of Kati on recent traumatic epiphyseal detachment fractures of the distal femur. However, every day, children present in consultation for knee trauma. Conjugal plate fractures are by definition single to children. Any break in any solution of continuity of this plate is called an epiphyseal fracture or detachment. Objectives: To evaluate the results of surgical treatment of traumatic epiphyseal in detachments of the distal femur recent in children and adolescents. Patients and Method: This was a 13-month prospectively collected longitudinal descriptive study from September 1, 2016 to September 30, 2017. We identified and reviewed 20 medical records of recent traumatic epiphyseal detachments of the distal femur. The parameters studied were sociodemographic, lesion, surgical technique and evolutionary. Results: During the study period, the most affected group age was 12 to 17 years (85%) with an average of 14.65 ± 1.61 years (6 and 20 years). The victims were male (95%). The most frequent etiology was road traffic accident (95%), with a mean time to care of 26.42 ± 10.21 hours and Type II was frequently encountered (85%) with 35% of immediate complications. Cross-bracketing was the most commonly used surgical technique (85%). The result was good (65%). Conclusion: This study allowed us to observe a significant hospital incidence of epiphyseal detachment fractures of the distal femur. Cross pinning was the most commonly used surgical technique with fewer complications (35%) and a satisfactory result in 90% of cases.
文摘AIM:To review our outcomes and compare the results of the Less Invasive Stabilization System(LISS)to other implants for distal femur fracture management at a regional Australian hospital.METHODS:The LISS is a novel implant for the management of distal femur fractures.It is,however,technically demanding and treatment results have not yet been assessed outside tertiary centres.Twenty-seven patients with 28 distal femur fractures who had been managed surgically at the Mackay Base Hospital from January 2004 to December 2010 were retrospectively enrolled and assessed clinically and radiologically.Outcomes were union,pain,Lysholm score,knee range of motion,and complication rates.RESULTS:Twenty fractures were managed with the LISS and eight fractures were managed with alternative implants.Analysis of the surgical techniques re-vealed that 11 fractures managed with the LISS were performed according to the recommended principles(LISS-R)and 9 were not(LISS-N).Union occurred in67.9%of fractures overall:9/11(82%)in the LISS-R group vs 5/9(56%)in the LISS-N group and 5/8(62.5%)in the alternative implant group.There was no statistically significant difference between pain,Lysholm score,and complication rates between the groups.However,there was a trend towards the LISS-R group having superior outcomes which were clinically significant.There was a statistically significant greater range of median knee flexion in the LISS-R group with compared to the LISS-N group(P=0.0143)and compared with the alternative implant group(P=0.0454).CONCLUSION:The trends towards the benefits of the LISS procedure when correctly applied would suggest that not only should the LISS procedure be performed for distal femur fractures,but the correct principle of insertion is important in improving the patient’s outcome.
文摘BACKGROUND Surgical treatment of complex fractures of the distal femur in the elderly is controversial.Osteoporosis and pre-existent osteoarthritis are common comorbidities in the elderly which add to the need for early walking and rapid restoration of function and also pose significant obstacles to achievement of satisfactory results with standard fixation techniques.Recently,several authors have suggested that primary arthroplasty could be a viable alternative option to standard fixation techniques in selected patients with complex distal femur fractures.AIM To present our experience with 11 cases of distal femur fractures treated with knee arthroplasty and large femoral resection in a population of patients over the age of 85.METHODS Data from 11 consecutive patients(10 females,1 male)presenting with acute intra-articular supracondylar or intercondylar distal femur fractures and with pre-existent primary osteoarthritis who were treated with primary knee arthroplasty were recorded.We collected standard demographic data,comorbidities and patient reported outcomes including Visual Analogical Scale(VAS),Oxford Knee Score(OKS)and Barthel’s Index.Post-operative joint range of motion(ROM)and standard radiographic data were also collected.RESULTS At a mean follow-up of 23.2 mo,all of the implants were well-positioned and osteointegrated.Furthermore,all the patients were alive and walking either independently or with walking aids.There was a marked improvement in pain(VAS 4.5 postop vs 1.9 at the last follow-up),OKS score(29.5 postop vs 36.81 at the last follow-up),ROM(96.2°postop vs 102°at the last follow-up)and restoration of pre-injury ambulatory status(average Barthel Index 77.3).The radiographic evaluations showed good restoration of the articular geometry.No deaths and no complications were recorded.CONCLUSION In conclusion,we believe that knee megaprosthesis in the case of complex fractures of the distal femur is a valid surgical choice.This is particularly true in elderly patients with severe osteoporosis and pre-existing osteoarthritis.It is important to note that this surgery should be performed by surgeons with proven experience in prosthetic hip and knee surgery and that a scrupulous selection of the cases is completed.
文摘A case of compound C3 distal femur fracture with 12 cm bone defect. After thorough debridement, the Harms cage was used to reconstruct the medial column and the fracture was fixed with the locking distal femur plate laterally. The Harms cage prevents the cantilever effect and eliminates the need for medial plating. This avoids another medial incision and preserves medial biology. At 18 months’ follow-up, plain radiographs demonstrated full reconstruction of the medial column with good range of motion at the knee joint. This technique avoids the need of dual plating in these fractures with good results.
文摘AIM To review and report functional outcomes, complications,and survivorship associated with total knee arthroplasty(TKA) in the treatment of post-traumatic arthritis(PTA).METHODS We conducted a systematic review according to the PRISMA guidelines. We searched PubMed, Cochrane Library, and SCOPUS in December 2015 for Englishlanguage clinical research studies, both prospective and retrospective, examining the use of TKA for the treatment of PTA. All relevant articles were accessed in full. The manual search included references of retrieved articles.We extracted data on patients' demographics and clinical outcomes, including preoperative diagnosis and pre- and post-operative functional scores. We summarized the data and reported the results in tables and text.RESULTS Sixteen studies, four prospective and ten retrospective,examined patients who underwent TKA for PTA due to fractures of the proximal tibia, patella, and/or distal femur. Eleven studies utilized the Knee Society Scores criteria to assess functional outcomes. All studies utilizing these criteria reported an improvement in functional and knee scores of patients following TKA. Further, studies reported an increased range of motion(ROM) and reduction of pain following surgery. The most commonly reported complications with TKA included infection, stiffness, wound complications, intraoperative rupture of tendons, and osteolysis/polyethylene wear. The overwhelming majority of these complications occurred within the first two years following surgery. Six studies examined the survivorship of TKA with subsequent revision for any reason as an endpoint. Compared to patients with osteoarthritis, patients with PTA required more revisions, the majority for polyethylene wear.CONCLUSION Although associated with higher complication rates,TKA is an effective treatment for PTA, as it improves ROM, pain and functional outcomes.
基金the radiologist(Rahima Salih Nabi,phone:009647504807202)in the imaging department at Duhok Emergency Hospital for kind her help in evaluating the outcome of the cases radiologically.
文摘Purpose:The present study aimed to treat fractures of the distal end of the radius in children with Robert Jones(RJ)bandage.The objective was to compare this treatment modality with the cast regarding the frequency of the complication occurrence,child comfortability,and family satisfaction.Methods:The study was a randomized controlled non-inferiority clinical trial including children with recent(less than 5 days)fractures at the distal end of the radius OTA/AO 23-A2,which is usually treated conservatively.Those with open fractures,pathological fracture,severely displaced fracture that needs reduction or multiple injuries were excluded.The participants were divided randomly into 2 groups according to the treatment modalities.Group 1 was treated by plaster of Paris cast(the control group).and Group 2 by modified RJ bandage(the trial group).The difference between the 2 groups was found by the Chi-squared test.The difference was considered statistically significant when the p value was less than 0.05.Results:There were 150 children(aged 2-12 years,any gender)included in the study,75 in each group.The complications occured in 5(3.3%)cases only,pressure sores of 3 cases in Group 1 and fracture displacement of 2 cases in Group 2.There was no statistically significant difference in the rate of complication occurrence between both modalities of treatment(p=0.649).Children treated by RJ bandages were more comfortable than those treated by the cast(97.3%vs.73.3%,p<0.001)with a statistically significant difference between them.Contrary to that,the families were more satisfied with the cast than RJ bandage(88.0%vs.81.3%),but without a statistically significant difference(p=0.257).Conclusion:RJ bandage is a non-inferior alternative to the cast for the treatment of fractures at the distal end of the radius that can be treated conservatively in children.
文摘Purpose:Distal femoral fracture is one of the most common lower limb injuries and accounts for less than 1%of all fractures.Open fracture takes 5%-10%of the all distal femoral fractures,which is at an increased risk of complications.There were limited studies which documented the outcomes of such cases.The present study aims to evaluate the outcome and complications in these fractures using primary definitive fixation with condylar locking plate and antibiotic impregnated collagen sheet secondary to aggressive debridement.Methods:This is a prospective study conducted in a tertiary care orthopaedic hospital in northern India.Thirty patients of open distal femoral fractures were managed by primary definitive fixation with condylar locking plate and antibiotic impregnated collagen sheet secondary to aggressive debridement.They were followed for minimum of six months.Patients were followed up monthly for first four months,at six months and one year after surgery.Clinical and radiological signs of healing,any complications,time to union,and functional outcome were assessed.Results:The mean age of patients was 44.33 years(range 20-82 years)with male predominance of 66.7%.According to Gustilo-Anderson classification,there were 5,15 and 10 patients with open grade I,II and IIIA distal femoral fractures respectively.According to orthopaedic trauma association(OTA)classification,majority of patients in our study were of C3 type.The mean time to bony union was 5.6 months(range 4-9 months).Average postoperative knee range of motion(ROM)at the latest follow-up was 98°(range 70°-120°).Lysholm knee scoring scale showed excellent score in 11 patients,good in 9 patients,fair and poor in 5 patients each;however,there was no significant correlation with fracture pattern types(p<0.05).Knee stiffness was the major complications encountered in the study.The knee ROM was<90°in 5 patients and 90°-120°in rest of the patients,while 1 patient had extensor lag of 10°.One patient had implant failure and lost to follow-up;3 patients had deep infection.Conclusion:An approach of primary definitive fixation with condylar locking plate and antibiotic impregnated collagen sheet secondary to early aggressive debridement in open distal femur fractures shows significant results in terms of functional and radiological outcomes with minimal complications.
文摘目的比较股骨远端90°锁定钢板与弹性髓内钉治疗学龄期儿童股骨下段不稳定型骨折的疗效。方法采用随机数字表法将75例学龄期股骨下段不稳定型骨折患儿分成观察组(采用股骨远端90°锁定钢板治疗,38例)与对照组(采用闭合或切开复位弹性髓内钉治疗,37例)。记录手术情况、骨折复位及愈合情况、术后再移位发生率。采用HSS评分评价膝关节功能。结果患儿均获得随访,时间6~24个月。术中出血量、术中透视次数观察组均少于对照组(P<0.05)。术后3 d X线片显示两组骨折均复位良好。两组骨折愈合时间2.5~5个月。末次随访时,HSS评分优良率观察组高于对照组(P<0.05)。术后再移位发生率观察组低于对照组(P<0.05)。结论与弹性髓内钉相比,股骨远端90°锁定钢板治疗学龄期儿童股骨下段不稳定型骨折,术中出血量、透视次数更少,术后骨折再移位率更低,疗效更好。