A Modified Technique of Four-Bone Fusion for Advanced Carpal Collapse (Slac/Snac Wrist)

2001 ◽  
Vol 26 (4) ◽  
pp. 352-354 ◽  
Author(s):  
A. GARCIA-LÖPEZ ◽  
M. J. PEREZ-UBEDA ◽  
F. MARCO ◽  
M. MOLINA ◽  
L. LÖPEZ-DURAN

This study reports the outcome of 16 patients treated with a modified four-bone fusion for symptomatic stage II and III advanced carpal collapse. The technique is based on fusion of the capitate, lunate, hamate and triquetrum using an autogenous corticocancellous bone-graft fixed with screws. The void left behind after scaphoid excision was filled with an extensor carpi radialis longus anchovy. After an average follow up of 3 years; there were 13 excellent and three good outcomes. In every patient pain relief was achieved with preservation of joint motion and grip strength. All the patients were able to return to their previous activities and jobs. Radiographic evaluation showed bone fusion in all 16 patients with a slight decrease in carpal height but a well preserved radiolunate joint space. In conclusion, this technique provides immediate stable fixation and early mobilization and assures bone fusion.

Author(s):  
Ravi Kant Jain ◽  
Abhishek Jain ◽  
Pranav Mahajan

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> The objective of this study is to evaluate the tibiofemoral joint space width in the medial and lateral compartments of the knee using digital radiograph. The measurement of knee joint space width (JSW), in between the femur and the tibia is a way of evaluating the tibio-femoral cartilage thickness. This study is aimed at establishing normal references of joint space width for use in diagnosis and follows up of knee cartilage diseases.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> This study is prospective and carried on 50 subjects at SAMC &amp; PGI, Indore, M.P. One patient refused to sign the consent and was excluded. All subjects were healthy adults with sedentary lifestyle. All subjects underwent x-ray of bilateral knee joints. The joint space width of both medial and lateral compartments of each knee was measured using the scale in the computerized software.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> The average age in the study group was 44.59 years with male preponderance.The mean left medial and lateral joint space width was 5.34 mm±1.26 mm and 5.21 mm±1.04 mm and on right side was 5.26±1.11 mm and 5.57±1.57 mm, respectively. No statistically significant difference was found between right and left knee joint space width compartments.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> The values obtained after observing the radiographic references showed no significant gender variation in knee joint space width. But, it is seen that there is a decrease in joint space width with increasing age, which progresses towards osteoarthritis of knee.</p>


2017 ◽  
Vol 74 (3) ◽  
pp. 282-286
Author(s):  
Nemanja Gvozdenovic ◽  
Katarina Gvozdenovic ◽  
Mirko Obradovic ◽  
Milan Stankovic

Introduction. Dislocation of the proximal tibiofibular joint (PTFJ) is a rare injury. The diagnosis requires an accurate history of the mechanism and symptoms of the injury, and adequate clinical and radiographic evaluation of both knees. In the literature there is no larger series, only several cases of PTFJ dislocation treated by different methods have been published so far. The aim of the study was to present a modified technique for the treatment of the unstable PTFJ that results in faster recovery of the patient. Case report. A 24-year-old football player was injured at the beginning of training; when tackling the ball he felt a sharp pain in his right knee. He was immediately brought to the Emergency Center of Vojvodina and diagnosed with anterolateral dislocation of the PTFJ. Close reduction in general anesthesia was tried but we failed and then open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) were performed with a single three cortical screw. We preferred not to immobilise the knee after the procedure and immediately employed passive and active exercises in the knee, without bearing weight to the injured leg. After 6 weeks we removed the screw and gave full weight support to the leg and continued physical treatment. Conclusion. In case of acute PTFJ dislocation, the first method of choice is closed reduction in sedation or general anesthesia. If closed reduction fails, ORIF must be performed. ORIF without immobilization and early start of physical therapy lead to the rapid return to sports activities


2002 ◽  
Vol 27 (1) ◽  
pp. 61-72 ◽  
Author(s):  
N. BORISCH ◽  
P. HAUSSMANN

A retrospective study was performed to investigate the clinical and radiological results of radiolunate arthrodesis in the rheumatoid wrist. Ninety-one wrists in 78 patients were assessed at a mean follow-up of 60 months. Most patients were pain-free and content with the overall result. In 68 wrists the carpus had been repositioned or maintained in neutral or slightly ulnar alignment and no further translation occurred. Midcarpal dislocation occured in ten and midcarpal rotation in 13 wrists. The midcarpal joint underwent further arthritic destruction in 34 wrists and secondary arthrosis in 32 wrists. In 25 wrists the midcarpal joint space remained unchanged. Radiolunate arthrodesis can successfully be performed in wrists even with advanced destruction. In cases with fixed carpal collapse, anatomical repositioning of the lunate and restoration of carpal height should not be attempted as this causes midcarpal dislocation or rotation or precipitates secondary arthrosis.


2016 ◽  
Vol 77 (2) ◽  
pp. 127-136 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pierre Trencart ◽  
Kate Alexander ◽  
Julie De Lasalle ◽  
Sheila Laverty

2015 ◽  
Vol 28 (03) ◽  
pp. 179-185 ◽  
Author(s):  
V. Devesa-Garcia ◽  
P. G. Urrutia ◽  
F. San Roman ◽  
J. Rodriguez-Quiros ◽  
G. L. Rovesti

SummaryObjective: To evaluate the technical feasibility and efficacy of a joint distraction technique to increase the stifle joint space and assess potential soft tissue damage due to the distraction.Methods: Twenty stifle joints of twelve canine cadavers without evidence of disease were radiographically evaluated by medio-lateral, cranio-caudal and varus-valgus stressed projections. Joint distraction was applied with loads from 40 N up to 200 N, and the joint space achieved was measured on radiographic images. Distraction plus distension with saline was subsequently applied and measured. Varus-valgus stressed projections were repeated after distraction to evaluate a potential increase in joint laxity.Results: Distraction produced a significant increase of the joint space for most of the evaluated loads. Distraction plus distension produced a significant increase for most of the loads compared to the distraction alone. No ensuing joint laxity could be inferred from the post-distraction radiographic evaluation.Clinical significance: Stifle distraction produces an increase of the joint space, which is wider when intra-articular saline is injected. This may be potentially useful for improving joint structure visualization and facilitating arthroscopic procedures, thus reducing the potential for iatrogenic damage to intra articular structures. No soft tissue damage could be inferred by radiographic pre- and post-procedure comparison. Further clinical studies are required to evaluate potential neurovascular complications.


1970 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kristaninta Bangun ◽  
Gentur Sudjatmiko ◽  
Danu Mahandaru

According to our experience in Ciptomangunkusumo hospital, most cleft palate patients has wide gap. It makes the epithelialization of the lateral defect takes longer time ( 3- 4 weeks). In this study, the authors propose a modified technique to the two-flap palatoplasty by not elevating the lateral part of the periosteum with the flap, and then apply honey packs to cover the lateral defects. The technique modification and additional honey-soaked dressing are expected to hasten the epithelialization rate. Twelve consecutive patients with non-syndromic cleft palate (with or without cleft lip) are included in the study. They undergo the modified two-flap palatoplasty with the lateral periosteum left behind, covering the palatal bone and the utilization of Honey pack. The rate of epithelialization is then observed every 2 days after operation until full healing is achieved. Complete epithelialization was attained within 5 days in one patient ( 2,8 mm/day), within 7 days in 8 patients (2-2,5mm/day), and within 9 days in 3 patients (2,2-2,7mm/day). There were no surgical complications, such as hemorrhage or wound infection. The fistula of the palate was not found until the defect closed. Our technique hasten the rate of epithelialization. It may prevent the maxillary growth disturbances in the future because faster healing reduces scar formation and wound contraction.


2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 77-84
Author(s):  
Mário Chaves Corrêa ◽  
Érica Antunes Naves ◽  
Gilvan Ferreira Vaz ◽  
Thalles Abreu Machado ◽  
Marco A.P. de Andrade

2003 ◽  
Vol 1 (4) ◽  
pp. 0-0
Author(s):  
Arūnas Jankauskas

Arūnas JankauskasVilniaus universiteto Ortopedijos, traumatologijosir plastinės chirurgijos klinikaVilniaus greitosios pagalbos universitetinė ligoninėŠiltnamių g. 29, LT-2043 VilniusEl paštas: [email protected] Įvadas / tikslas VU Ortopedijos, traumatologijos ir plastinės chirurgijos klinikoje riešo potrauminis kolapsas, atsiradęs po laivelio pseudoartrozės, gydomas riešo vidurinio sąnario artrodezės metodu. Tyrimo tikslas – įvertinti riešo vidurinio sąnario artrodezės vėlyvuosius rezultatus ir išsiaiškinti, ar tikslinga šiuo metodu gydyti laivelio pseudoartrozę. Ligoniai ir metodai Straipsnyje pateikiami 31 paciento, operuoto 1992–2002 metais Vilniaus greitosios pagalbos universitetinėje ligoninėje, vėlyvieji gydymo rezultatai. Gydant laivelio pseudoartrozę ir riešo potrauminį kolapsą, įvykusį po laivelio pseudoartrozės, šiems pacientams buvo atlikta riešo vidurinio sąnario artrodezė. Riešo sąnario judesiai buvo vertinami "neutralaus nulio" metodu. Plaštakos jėga buvo matuojama Jamar II dinamometru. Rentgenologiškai laivelio pseudoartrozė klasifikuota S. L. Filan ir T. J. Herbert būdu. Pseudoartrozės vietai apibūdinti taikyta Mayo klasifikacija. Riešo sąnario aukštis vertintas pagal Y. Youm indeksą. Šoninės projekcijos rentgenogramoje matuoti kampai tarp riešakaulių išilginių ašių. Buvo ieškoma riešo nugarinio nestabilumo požymių. Riešo aukščio sumažėjimas vadintas riešo potrauminiu kolapsu. Riešo potrauminis kolapsas buvo skirstomas į tris stadijas. Rankos neįgalumo klausimynu DASH subjektyviai įvertinta gyvenimo kokybė. Po riešo vidurinio sąnario artrodezės retrospektyviai įvertintas skausmas. Naudota skausmo skalė VAS. Riešo vidurinio sąnario artrodezės indikacijos buvo D4 tipo laivelio pseudoartrozė pagal S. L. Filan ir T. J. Herbert klasifikaciją ir riešo potrauminis kolapsas. Rezultatai Patikimai sumažėjo skausmas, vertinamas pagal skausmo skalę (p < 0,001). Patikimai padidėjo tiesimo ir lenkimo judesių suma (p = 0,009), atitraukimo ir pritraukimo judesių suma (p < 0,001), plaštakos jėga (p < 0,001). Riešo potrauminis kolapsas diagnozuotas 30 (97%) atvejų. Nustatytas tiesioginis riešo potrauminio kolapso ryšys su vėlyvaisiais rezultatais. Riešo potrauminio kolapso stadija koreliavo su tiesimo ir lenkimo judesių amplitude po operacijos (p = 0,008), plaštakos jėga po operacijos (p = 0,05), skausmo skale (p = 0,04). Rankos neįgalumo klausimyno taškų vidurkis buvo 28,9 ± 12,8. Nustatytas šio klausimyno rezultatų patikimas ryšys su skausmo skale (p = 0,001) ir traumuotos plaštakos jėga po operacijos (p = 0,006). Lytis, amžius, dominuojančios rankos pažeidimas, pseudoartrozės trukmė, pooperacinio laikotarpio trukmė, pseudoartrozės vieta ir tipas, viso laivelio arba jo dalies pašalinimas įtakos riešo vidurinio sąnario artrodezės rezultatams neturėjo. Pseudoartrozės tipas koreliavo su pseudoartrozės trukme ir vieta (p < 0,001). Išvados Riešo vidurinio sąnario artrodezė yra patikima potrauminio kolapso, įvykusio po laivelio pseudoartrozės, gydymo metodika. Riešo vidurinio sąnario artrodezės rezultatai tiesiogiai priklauso nuo potrauminio kolapso stadijos. Prasminiai žodžiai: laivelio pseudoartrozė, potrauminis riešo kolapsas, riešo vidurinio sąnario artrodezė Midcarpal arthrodesis in treatment of scaphoid nonunion Arūnas Jankauskas Background / objective At the Vilnius University Department of Orthopaedics, Traumatology and Plastic Surgery midcarpal arthrodesis is used for the treatment of posttraumatic carpal collapse. The aim of the study was to evaluate late postoperative results concerning midcarpal arthrodesis and determine the suitability of the method for the treatment of scaphoid pseudoarthrosis. Methods In this study patients surgically treated for scaphoid pseudarthrosis at Vilnius University Emergency Hospital from 1992 till 2002 were analyzed. The object of the study was scaphoid nonunion advanced collapses (SNAC wrist). In assessing the late results of midcarpal arthrodesis, 31 patients took part. The age of pseudarthrosis varied from 1 to 32 years. The follow-up time ranged from 1 to 7 years. Movement of the carpal joint was assessed by the method of "neutral zero". Grip strength was measured with a Jamar II dynamometer. PA and lateral X-rays were analyzed. Scaphoid pseudarthroses were classified according to S. L. Filan and T. J. Herbert and Mayo. In PA X-rays carpal height was measured by the Youm index. In lateral X-ray views, angles between the carpal bone longitudinal axes were measured. In the cases when the angle between the scaphoid and the lunate was greater than 70°, between the radius and the lunate greater than 10°, between the capitate and the lunate less than 10°, the condition was called dorsal intercalated segment instability (DISI). Carpal height reduction due to scaphoid pseudoarthrosis was called scaphoid nonunion advanced collapse (SNAC wrist). Posttraumatic carpal collapse was divided into 3 stages. The patient's daily activities and general quality of life were estimated with the DASH (Disability of arm, shoulder, hand) questionnaire. Pain was evaluated by a visual analogue scale (VAS 0–100). Indications for midcarpal arthrodesis were D4 type scaphoid pseudarthrosis according to S.L. Filan and T. J. Herbert as well as to SNAC. Results 1. Pain significantly decreased in comparison with the preoperative situation (p < 0.001). 2. The flexion–extension ROM increased significantly (p = 0.009) and reached 52% of healthy hand flexion-extension range. 3. The abduction–adduction ROM increased significantly (p < 0.001) and reached 57% of healthy wrist abduction-adduction movement. 4. Grip strength increased significantly (p < 0.001) and was equal to 72% of the opposite side. 5. Posttraumatic carpal collapse was diagnosed in 30 cases (97%). The severity of the SNAC correlated significantly with the late results. The grade of posttraumatic carpal collapse correlated with flexion–extension movement range postoperatively (p = 0.008), grip strength after operation (p = 0.005), pain scale (p = 0.004). 6. The total DASH score reached 28.9 ± 12.8. A reliable relation was noted between this questionnaire results and pain scale (p = 0.001), injured wrist grip strength after operation (p = 0.006). 7. Gender, age, dominated arm disability, pseudarthrosis age, postoperative period duration, pseudarthrosis localization, pseudarthrosis classification according to S. L. Filan and T. J. Herbert, complete or partial scaphoid excision had no influence on the results. 8. Pseudoarthrosis type correlated with pseudoarthrosis age and localization (p < 0.001). Conclusions Midcarpal arthrodesis is a reliable method of treatment of scaphoid nonunion advanced collapse. Midcarpal arthrodesis results directly depend on the grade of posttraumatic collapse. Keywords: scaphoid nonunion, posttraumatic carpal collapse, midcarpal arthrodesis


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