scholarly journals Ulnar Nerve Injuries Post Closed Forearm Fractures in Paediatric Population: A Review of the Literature

2019 ◽  
Vol 13 ◽  
pp. 117955651984187
Author(s):  
Ioannis M Stavrakakis ◽  
Ioannis I Daskalakis ◽  
George E Magarakis ◽  
Zacharias Christoforakis ◽  
Maria S Katsafarou
Keyword(s):  
Ulnar Nerve ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Paediatric Population ◽  
Forearm Fractures ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Nerve Injuries ◽  
Fractures In Children ◽  
Ulnar Nerve Injury ◽  
Relative Case

Ulnar nerve injury as a result of closed forearm fractures in children is a rare but disastrous complication, affecting significantly the function of the upper extremity. The management of these injuries is still controversial in the literature. This is a review of small case series and case reports, in which an algorithm of treatment is proposed. A brief description of a relative case, which was treated successfully in our department, is presented as well. This case motivated the authors to perform this study.

Ulnar Nerve Injury After Closed Forearm Fractures in Children

1998 ◽  
Vol 18 (5) ◽  
pp. 683-685 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rafael Neiman ◽  
Brian Maiocco ◽  
Vincent F. Deeney
Keyword(s):  
Nerve Injury ◽  
Ulnar Nerve ◽  
Forearm Fractures ◽  
Fractures In Children ◽  
Ulnar Nerve Injury

Ulnar Nerve Injury After Closed Forearm Fractures in Children

1998 ◽  
Vol 18 (5) ◽  
pp. 683-685 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rafael Neiman ◽  
Brian Maiocco ◽  
Vincent F. Deeney
Keyword(s):  
Nerve Injury ◽  
Ulnar Nerve ◽  
Forearm Fractures ◽  
Fractures In Children ◽  
Ulnar Nerve Injury

Ulnar Nerve Injury Following Midshaft Forearm Fractures in Children

1997 ◽  
Vol 22 (6) ◽  
pp. 788-789 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. STAHL ◽  
N. ROZEN ◽  
M. MICHAELSON
Keyword(s):  
Nerve Injury ◽  
Ulnar Nerve ◽  
Scar Tissue ◽  
Full Recovery ◽  
Forearm Fractures ◽  
Fractures In Children ◽  
Forearm Bones ◽  
Early Exploration ◽  
Closed Fractures ◽  
Ulnar Nerve Injury

We report three cases of ulnar nerve deficit in children following closed fractures of the forearm bones. Significant anterior angulation and displacement of the ulna was noted in all patients. Two patients were operated on at a later stage when no evidence of recovery was demonstrated; the ulnar nerve was found to be embedded in dense scar tissue. One patient was operated on at the time of injury; entrapment of the nerve on the anterior spike and partial transection was found. Early exploration is indicated in such cases and may result in full recovery.

scholarly journals Flexion-Type Supracondylar Humeral Fracture with Ulnar Nerve Injury in Children: Two Case Reports and Review of the Literature

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ioannis Delniotis ◽  
Panagiotis Dionellis ◽  
Christos Ch. Gekas ◽  
Dimitrios Arapoglou ◽  
Dimitrios Tsantekidis ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Nerve Injury ◽  
Ulnar Nerve ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Humeral Fracture ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Supracondylar Humeral Fracture ◽  
Ulnar Nerve Injury

scholarly journals Cerebral Vein Thrombosis in the Antiphospholipid Syndrome: Analysis of a Series of 27 Patients and Review of the Literature

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 1641
Author(s):  
Alba Jerez-Lienas ◽  
Alexis Mathian ◽  
Jenifer Aboab ◽  
Isabelle Crassard ◽  
Miguel Hie ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Antiphospholipid Syndrome ◽  
Medical Records ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Autoimmune Disorder ◽  
Point Of View ◽  
Cerebral Vein ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Cerebral Vein Thrombosis ◽  
Vein Thrombosis

(1) Background: The Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) is a systemic autoimmune disorder characterized by arterial and/or venous thrombosis, pregnancy morbidity and raised titers of antiphospholipid antibodies. Cerebral vein thrombosis (CVT) is a rare form of cerebrovascular accident and an uncommon APS manifestation; the information in the literature about this feature consists of case reports and small case series. Our purpose is to describe the particular characteristics of CVT when occurs as part of the APS and compare our series with the patients published in the literature. (2) Methods: We conducted a retrospective observational study collecting data from medical records in three referral centers for APS and CVT, and a systematic review of the literature for CVT cases in APS patients. (3) Results: Twenty-seven APS patients with CVT were identified in our medical records, the majority of them diagnosed as primary APS and with the CVT being the first manifestation of the disease; additional risk factors for thrombosis were identified. The review of the literature yielded 86 cases, with similar characteristics as those of our retrospective series. (4) Conclusions: To our knowledge, our study is the largest CVT series in APS patients published to date, providing a unique point of view in this rare thrombotic manifestation.

scholarly journals Functional outcome of diaphyseal fractures of forearm in adolescents treated with TENS

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 69
Author(s):  
Divyanshu Goyal ◽  
S. L. Sharma ◽  
Laxmikant Meena ◽  
Ravindra Lamoria ◽  
Mahesh Bansal
Keyword(s):  
Range Of Motion ◽  
Functional Outcome ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Forearm Fractures ◽  
Retrospective Case ◽  
Superficial Infection ◽  
Fractures In Children ◽  
Case Series Study ◽  
Diaphyseal Fractures

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> A retrospective case series study was done on forearm diaphyseal fracture in adolescents treated with TENS (titanium elastic nailing system). Purpose of the study was analysis of functional outcome of TENS in forearm diaphyseal fractures in children between 12-18 year age group.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> We retrospectively evaluated 30 patients operated by same senior surgeon during the period from March 2014 to February 2015 with closed diaphyseal forearm fractures in age group 12–18 years treated with TENS in whom closed reduction could not be achieved. Nail diameter taken as 33-40% of narrowest diameter of diaphysys were introduced proximally in ulna and distally in radius under image intensifier in closed manner. Postoperatively, patients encouraged for active shoulder, elbow and finger movements and suture removal done after 2 weeks. Patients were followed up for minimum period of one year.  </p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> In terms of union and range of motion using Anderson et al criteria 24 patients had excellent results, 4 patients had satisfactory results and one patient had poor result having non-union of ulna. Two patients had superficial infection at the nail entry site which eventually resolved. One patient lost for follow up.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> We conclude that TENS in both bone forearm fractures in adolescent age group in terms of union and range of motion is a minimally invasive and effective method of fixation.</p>

Z-drugs and Falls: A Focused Review of the Literature

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (12) ◽  
pp. 549-554
Author(s):  
Nicole Ryba ◽  
Rebecca Rainess
Keyword(s):  
Primary Outcome ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Inappropriate Medication ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Inpatient Setting ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Risk Of Falls

OBJECTIVE: To provide a focused review of the literature related to the association between exposure to Z-drugs and the risk of falls, especially in the older population.<br/> DATA SOURCES: A literature search was conducted using Medline, PsychInfo, and the Cochrane Library database for all clinical trials, case series, and case reports published in English up to May 2020. The search terms used consisted of each Z-drug, including "zolpidem," "zopiclone," "eszopiclone," and "zaleplon," matched with "falls."<br/> STUDY SELECTION: The search yielded 295 studies. After review of abstracts, content and references were reviewed, and duplicates removed, a total of 9 articles met inclusion of exposure to at least 1 Z-drug and a primary outcome of falls.<br/> DATA EXTRACTION: The American Geriatrics Society 2019 Beers Criteria Update for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults recommends to avoid using nonbenzodiazepine hypnotics in this patient population because of the risk of adverse events.<br/> DATA SYNTHESIS: A majority of the literature suggests an increased risk of falls with exposure to Z-drug use, especially zolpidem. Eight trials examined falls as a primary outcome in non-elderly (n=3) and elderly (n=5) patients in different settings, mostly in an inpatient setting (nursing facility or acute care hospital).<br/> CONCLUSION: Exposure to Z-drugs, especially zolpidem, should be evaluated and counseled on continuously as these medications put patients at an increased risk for falls and other complications.

Z-drugs and Falls: A Focused Review of the Literature

2020 ◽  
Vol 35 (12) ◽  
pp. 549-554
Author(s):  
Nicole Ryba ◽  
Rebecca Rainess
Keyword(s):  
Primary Outcome ◽  
Case Reports ◽  
Inappropriate Medication ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Cochrane Library ◽  
Inpatient Setting ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Risk Of Falls

OBJECTIVE: To provide a focused review of the literature related to the association between exposure to Z-drugs and the risk of falls, especially in the older population.<br/> DATA SOURCES: A literature search was conducted using Medline, PsychInfo, and the Cochrane Library database for all clinical trials, case series, and case reports published in English up to May 2020. The search terms used consisted of each Z-drug, including "zolpidem," "zopiclone," "eszopiclone," and "zaleplon," matched with "falls."<br/> STUDY SELECTION: The search yielded 295 studies. After review of abstracts, content and references were reviewed, and duplicates removed, a total of 9 articles met inclusion of exposure to at least 1 Z-drug and a primary outcome of falls.<br/> DATA EXTRACTION: The American Geriatrics Society 2019 Beers Criteria Update for Potentially Inappropriate Medication Use in Older Adults recommends to avoid using nonbenzodiazepine hypnotics in this patient population because of the risk of adverse events.<br/> DATA SYNTHESIS: A majority of the literature suggests an increased risk of falls with exposure to Z-drug use, especially zolpidem. Eight trials examined falls as a primary outcome in non-elderly (n=3) and elderly (n=5) patients in different settings, mostly in an inpatient setting (nursing facility or acute care hospital).<br/> CONCLUSION: Exposure to Z-drugs, especially zolpidem, should be evaluated and counseled on continuously as these medications put patients at an increased risk for falls and other complications.

Ulnar Nerve Laceration — a Complication of Carpal Tunnel Decompression: Case Report and Review of the Literature

1987 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 239-241
Author(s):  
K. J. FAVERO ◽  
P. T. GROPPER
Keyword(s):  
Case Report ◽  
Nerve Injury ◽  
Ulnar Nerve ◽  
Carpal Tunnel ◽  
Peripheral Nerve Injury ◽  
Review Of The Literature ◽  
Carpal Tunnel Surgery ◽  
Tunnel Syndrome ◽  
Ulnar Nerve Injury

Complications of peripheral nerve injury arising from the surgical treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome are not uncommon. No documented report of the association of ulnar nerve injury with carpal tunnel decompression has been found. This case-study describes partial laceration of the ulnar nerve as a complication of carpal tunnel surgery and reviews the literature on this subject.

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