Giant Cell Tumours of Tendon Sheath: Classification and Recurrence Rate

2001 ◽  
Vol 26 (1) ◽  
pp. 72-75 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. M. AL-QATTAN

Forty-three consecutive cases of giant cell tumour of tendon sheath were included in a prospective study. The tumours were classified into two main types, depending on whether the entire tumour was, or was not, surrounded by one pseudocapsule as assessed by the surgeon during surgery. Each type was then sub-classified according to the thickness of the capsule, lobulation of the tumour, the presence of satellite lesions, and the diffuse or multicenteric nature of the tumour: these factors were also assessed by the surgeon. The mean follow-up period was 4 (range, 2–6) years. None of the type I tumours ( n=30) recurred, but recurrence occurred in five out of 13 type II tumours. Second recurrences were seen with type II B and C, but not type II A tumours.

Hand Surgery ◽  
2011 ◽  
Vol 16 (02) ◽  
pp. 149-154 ◽  
Author(s):  
Azal Jalgaonkar ◽  
Baljinder Dhinsa ◽  
Howard Cottam ◽  
Ganapathyraman Mani

Giant cell tumours of tendon sheath of hand present a surgical dilemma due to their high incidence of local recurrence. We present a case series of 46 patients with 47 histologically confirmed giant cell tumours of tendon sheath over a ten-year period from 1998 to 2008. The mean follow-up was 47 months (range 25–124 months). We identified tumours with bony erosions and piecemeal resections as predictors of recurrence. Our recurrence rate of 9% was at the lower end of spectrum of previously published reports (range 7%–44%). We recommend "en-masse" excision of these tumours. All the patients with suspicion of these tumours should have preoperative radiographs to identify erosions. A thorough curettage of the bone should be done in cases with osseous erosion to prevent recurrence. Patients with these risk factors should be followed up annually for five years and be warned about recurrence.


Author(s):  
Rafique Umer Harvitkar ◽  
Abhijit Joshi

Abstract Introduction Laparoscopic fundoplication (LF) has almost completely replaced the open procedure performed for gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and hiatus hernia (HH). Several studies have suggested that long-term results with surgery for GERD are better than a medical line of management. In this retrospective study, we outline our experience with LF over 10 years. Also, we analyze the factors that would help us in better patient selection, thereby positively affecting the outcomes of surgery. Patients and Methods In this retrospective study, we identified 27 patients (14 females and 13 males) operated upon by a single surgeon from 2010 to 2020 at our institution. Out of these, 25 patients (12 females and 13 males) had GERD with type I HH and 2 (both females) had type II HH without GERD. The age range was 24 to 75 years. All patients had undergone oesophago-gastro-duodenoscopy (OGD scopy). A total of 25 patients had various degrees of esophagitis. Two patients had no esophagitis. These patients were analyzed for age, sex, symptoms, preoperative evaluation, exact procedure performed (Nissen’s vs. Toupet’s vs. cruroplasty + gastropexy), morbidity/mortality, and functional outcomes. They were also reviewed to examine the length of stay, length of procedure, complications, and recurrent symptoms on follow-up. Symptoms were assessed objectively with a score for six classical GERD symptoms preoperatively and on follow-up at 1-, 4- and 6-weeks postsurgery. Further evaluation was performed after 6 months and then annually for 2 years. Results 14 females (53%) and 13 males (48%) with a diagnosis of GERD (with type I HH) and type II HH were operated upon. The mean age was 46 years (24–75 years) and the mean body mass index (BMI) was 27 (18–32). The range of duration of the preoperative symptoms was 6 months to 2 years. The average operating time dropped from 130 minutes for the first 12 cases to 90 minutes for the last 15 cases. The mean hospital stay was 3 days (range: 2–4 days). In the immediate postoperative period, 72% (n = 18) of the patients reported improvement in the GERD symptoms, while 2 (8%) patients described heartburn (grade I, mild, daily) and 1 (4%) patient described bloating (grade I, daily). A total of 5 patients (20%) reported mild dysphagia to solids in the first 2 postoperative weeks. These symptoms settled down after 2 to 5 weeks of postoperative proton-pump inhibitor (PPI) therapy and by adjusting consistency of oral feeds. There was no conversion to open, and we observed no perioperative mortality. There were no patients who underwent redo surgeries in the series. Conclusion LF is a safe and highly effective procedure for a patient with symptoms of GERD, and it gives long-term relief from the symptoms. Stringent selection criteria are necessary to optimize the results of surgery. Experience is associated with a significant reduction of operating time.


2021 ◽  
pp. 10-11
Author(s):  
K Srinivasa Reddy ◽  
K Anusha ◽  
K B Vijaya Mohan Reddy

Giant cell tumour arises from the synovium of tendon sheath, joints, or bursae,mostly affects adults between 30 and 50 years of age, and is slightly more common in females.Giant cell tumour of tendon sheath of tendoachilles is uncommon tumour. Usually it has a high rate of recurrence. In this article we report the case of a 32 year old female with Giant cell tumour of tendoachilles treated by excision with no reccurence after 7 months of follow up


2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Alejandro Tomasello ◽  
David Hernandez ◽  
Laura Ludovica Gramegna ◽  
Sonia Aixut ◽  
Roger Barranco Pons ◽  
...  

OBJECTIVEThe goal of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of a new noncompletely occlusive net-assisted remodeling technique in which the Cascade net device is used for temporary bridging of intracranial aneurysms.METHODSBetween July 2018 and May 2019, patients underwent coil embolization with the Cascade net device within 4 centers in Europe. Analysis of angiographic (modified Raymond-Roy classification [MRRC]) and clinical outcomes data was conducted immediately following treatment and at the 6-month follow-up.RESULTSFifteen patients were included in the study (mean age 58 ± 13 years, 11/15 [73.3%] female). Ten patients had unruptured aneurysms, and 5 presented with ruptured aneurysms with acute subarachnoid hemorrhage. The mean aneurysm dome length was 6.27 ± 2.33 mm and the mean neck width was 3.64 ± 1.19 mm. Immediately postprocedure, MRRC type I (complete obliteration) was achieved in 11 patients (73.3%), whereas a type II (residual neck) was achieved in 4 patients (26.7%). Follow-up examination was performed in 7/15 patients and showed stabilization of aneurysm closure with no thromboembolic complications and only 1 patient with an increased MRRC score (from I to II) due to coil compression.CONCLUSIONSInitial experience shows that the use of a new noncompletely occlusive net-assisted remodeling technique with the Cascade net device may be safe and effective for endovascular coil embolization of intracranial aneurysms.


Author(s):  
Jinwu Wang ◽  
Leyi Cai ◽  
Linzhen Xie ◽  
Hua Chen ◽  
Xiaoshan Guo ◽  
...  

Abstract Background Femoral head fractures are uncommon injuries. Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of femoral head fracture is the preferred treatment for most patients. There are several surgical approaches and treatments for this difficult fracture. However, the optimal surgical approach for the treatment of femoral head fracture remains controversial. Meanwhile, the operation is difficult and the complications are numerous. We prospectively reviewed patients with femoral head fractures managed surgically through the 3D printing-based Ganz approach to define a better approach with the least morbidity. Patients and methods Between 2012 and 2017, a total of 17 patients were included in this study. An exact 1:1 3D printing model of the injured hip side was fabricated for each patient and simulated surgery was finished preoperative. The surgical approach was performed as described by Ganz. Functional assessment was performed using the modified Merle d’Aubigne scores. The reduction of the fracture was evaluated according to Matta’s criteria. The incidence of complications, such as heterotopic ossification (HO) and avascular necrosis (AVN), and the need for additional surgery were also documented. Results Twelve of 17 patients (four females and eight males) were available for 2 years follow-up. The mean follow-up was 35 months (25–48 months). Average age for the 12 patients was 39.9 ± 12.2 years. According to the Pipkin classification, four patients were type I fracture, three patients were type II fracture, and five patients were type IV fracture. The mean operative time was 124.2 ± 22.1 min, and the estimated blood loss was 437.5 ± 113.1 ml. According to Merle d’ Aubigne scores, excellent results were achieved in six of the 12 patients; four good and two poor results occurred in the rest of the patients. On the radiograph evaluation, fracture reduction was defined as anatomical in eight patients, and imperfect in four. Most patients had good outcomes and satisfactory hip function at last follow-up. Almost all great trochanteric osteectomy healed uneventfully. One patient developed symptomatic AVN of the femoral head and underwent THA at 3 years. After THA, she regained a good hip function with the ability to return to work and almost no reduction in sports activities. Heterotopic ossification was found in four cases (type I-1, type II-2, and type III-1). Conclusions The 3D printing-based Ganz approach provides a safe and reliable approach and satisfactory results of treatment in femoral head fractures. Using 3D printed model for the fracture of the femoral head, the fracture can be viewed in every direction to provide an accurate description of fracture characteristics, which contributes to make a reasonable surgical plan for patients. In addition, the 3D printing-based Ganz approach can obtain excellent surgical exposure and protection of the femoral head blood supply, reduce the operation time and intraoperative blood loss, make the precise osteotomy, anatomically fix the intra-articular fragments, and effectively reduce postoperative complications. Trial registration We register our research at http://www.researchregistry.com. The Unique Identifying Number (UIN) from the Research Registry of the study is researchregistry4847.


2008 ◽  
Vol 33 (4) ◽  
pp. 465-468 ◽  
Author(s):  
M. M. AL-QATTAN ◽  
K. AL-ZAHRANI ◽  
A. A. AL-BOUKAI

There is debate regarding the most common fracture type at the base of the proximal phalanx of the fingers in children prior to closure of the epiphysis. In total, 100 consecutive children presenting with 103 fractures were included in a prospective study and their X-rays were reviewed by a consultant musculoskeletal radiologist. The study included 61 boys and 39 girls with a mean age of 10 (range 4–14) years. The most common fracture observed was the juxta-epiphyseal type II fracture (53%), followed by the Salter–Harris type II fracture (26%). Other fractures observed included Salter–Harris type I (4%), Salter–Harris type IV (5%), juxta-epiphyseal type I (8%), transverse metaphyseal (2%) and oblique metaphyseal (2%).


2021 ◽  
pp. 175319342110245
Author(s):  
Bruno Lussiez ◽  
Cyril Falaise ◽  
Pascal Ledoux

We report the results of a prospective study using a dual mobility trapeziometacarpal prosthesis (Touch®) in 107 patients with a minimum follow-up of 3 years. One-hundred and two patients (95%) were very satisfied or satisfied with the functional outcomes and the mean pain intensity in visual analogue scale decreased from 7.4 to 0.8 ( p < 0.001). Thumb opposition (Kapandji score) index increased from an average of 8.0 to 9.4, while the mean QuickDASH score improved from 38 preoperatively to 20 at follow-up ( p < 0.01). Key-pinch strength improved from 3.5 kg (range 0.5–9.5) to 5.5 kg (range 3.0–11.5). There was a 4.6% rate of complications, including cup loosening and wear of polyethylene, which required revision, but no cases of prosthetic dislocation were seen. Applying the dual mobility principle to trapeziometacarpal arthroplasty may significatively improve the stability of these prostheses. Radiolucent zones around the components of the prostheses are not systematic predictors of future loosening. Level of evidence: IV


2020 ◽  
Vol 7 (44) ◽  
pp. 2534-2538
Author(s):  
Manoranjan Mallik ◽  
Satyajeet Ray ◽  
Ramesh Chandra Maharaj ◽  
Gaurav Kumar Singh ◽  
Debi Prasad Nanda

BACKGROUND Giant Cell Tumour (GCT) is a locally aggressive benign bone neoplasm characterized by proliferation of mononuclear stromal cells and many osteoclastlike multinucleated large giant cells affecting the epiphyseal segments of long bones mostly in females of 20 - 40 years age group. Distal radius is the third most common site of occurrence of GCT next to distal femur and proximal tibia. Resection or extended curettage remain the main modalities of treatment in Campanacci Grade I and II while en-bloc excision with reconstructive procedures, arthrodesis or amputation are the treatments of choice in Grade III with the latter two procedures leading to loss of joint function. Fibula being a non-weight transmitting bone of the lower limb, can be harvested in its proximal 1 / 3 rd and used for the reconstruction of the distal radius. In this study, we evaluate the functional and clinical results of resection and reconstruction using a nonvascularized fibula graft in the distal radius GCT. METHODS This is a prospective study of 20 patients diagnosed with GCT of distal radius either treated primarily at our institution or reviewed here after having been treated elsewhere. After confirmation of diagnosis, the patients underwent resection of the tumour and reconstruction of the distal radius using ipsilateral non vascularized fibula graft, fixed with dynamic compression plate. Follow-ups were done at regular intervals and radiological signs of graft healing, recurrence of tumour, wrist range of motion, and revised Musculoskeletal Tumour Rating Scale (MSTS) was used for assessing the functional outcome. RESULTS In our study, it was found that mostly females 13 (66.6 %) of the age group 30 - 35 yrs. were affected. The average grip strength achieved was 71 % (42 - 86 %) & average combined movements of 64 % (29 - 78 %) of contralateral normal side. Mean duration of union was 24 weeks (14 - 42 weeks). One case of non-union was seen which eventually achieved union with bone grafting. There was one case of soft tissue recurrence but the patient refused any further procedure. Complications were seen in 8 cases (41.6 %). We achieved excellent results in 15 (75 %), good in 2 (10 %), satisfactory in 2 (10 %) and poor in 1 (5 %) case. CONCLUSIONS We found that in GCT resection of the distal radius and reconstruction arthroplasty using autologous non-vascularized proximal fibular graft is useful in preserving the functional status as well as achieving satisfactory range of movement and grip strength with lesser chances of tumour recurrence. KEYWORDS Distal Radius, Giant Cell Tumour, Resection Reconstruction, Fibula


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