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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_XXI | Pages 179 - 179
1 May 2012
R. B A. G K. W D. B W. A B. D J. W P. F
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Background

The Kotz Modular Femoral Tibial Replacement system has been one of the most widely utilised uncemented modular systems for bone and joint reconstruction after tumour resection. We have identified a significant incidence of mechanical failure and breakage of the prosthesis. The purpose of this investigation is to review the modes of implant failure and the outcomes after prosthetic revision for a broken Kotz prosthesis.

Methods

Over 20 years there were 121 distal femoral, 55 proximal tibial, 47 proximal femoral and 12 total femoral replacements performed.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_XXI | Pages 153 - 153
1 May 2012
K. B B. L T. G S. G J. W
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Background

Despite aggressive debridement, thorough irrigation, administration of systemic antibiotics and staged treatment, many open fractures still become infected. A graft that can promote bone regeneration and prevent infection could decrease complications. Polyurethane (PUR) scaffolds have been previously shown in separate studies to be non-toxic, osteoconductive, can promote bone growth through BMP delivery and prevent infection by having sustained release of an antibiotic. This scaffold can deliver both BMP and vancomycin simultaneously; the purpose of this study is to determine if the co-delivery of the antibiotic inhibits bone formation.

Methods

Using an established critical size defect rat femur model, the amount of bone formation created by PUR scaffolds containing low and high doses of rhBMP-2 (2.4 μg and 22.4 μg respectively) and 0.8 mg vancomycin (8% of graft by weight) were compared to scaffolds that contained rhBMP-2 without antibiotics. After 4 weeks, the femurs were harvested and bone growth was assessed using microCT.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_XXI | Pages 152 - 152
1 May 2012
B. O R. E J. W S. D I. C
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Background

The process of osteolysis is well studied both in vivo and in vitro. Although multiple pathways have been implicated in osteolytic change and animal models have been developed there are few human tissue studies. There are no extensive human tissue studies comparing osteoarthritic hips to well fixed and loose prostheses.

Methods

We have investigated 96 genes previously implicated in the osteolytic pathway. Genes were included based on previous implication in osteolysis in basic science studies. Candidates included cytokines, growth factors, apoptotic factors, matrix proteinases, interleukins, apoptotic proteins and macrophage activators.


Aims

Compression and absolute stability are important in intra-articular fractures such as transverse olecranon fractures. This biomechanical study aims to compare tension band wiring (TBW) with plate fixation by measuring compression within the fracture.

Methods

A cross-over design and synthetic ulna models were used to reduce variation between samples. Identical transverse fractures were created using a 0.5mm saw blade and cutting jig. A Tekscan(tm) force transducer was calibrated and placed within the fracture gap. Twenty TBW or Acumed(tm) plate fixations were performed according to the recommended technique.

Compression was measured while the constructs were static and during simulated elbow range of movement exercises. Dynamic testing was performed using a custom jig reproducing cyclical triceps contraction of 20N and reciprocal brachialis contraction of 10N. Both fixation methods were tested on each sample. Half were randomly allocated to TBW first and half to plating first. Data was recorded using F-scan (v 5.72) and analysed using SPSS(tm) (v 16). Paired T-tests compared overall compression and compression at the articular side of the fracture.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_XXI | Pages 182 - 182
1 May 2012
R. B K. W W. A D. B A. G P. F J. W R. B
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Introduction

Pathologic humerus fractures secondary to metastases are associated with significant pain, morbidity, loss of function, and diminished quality of life. Here we report our experience with stabilisation using intramedullary polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) cement and non-locking plates.

Methods

A retrospective review was undertaken of patients treated at a tertiary musculoskeletal oncology centre from 1989 to 2009. Patients who underwent surgery for an impending or completed pathologic humerus fracture with a diagnosis of metastatic disease or myeloma were included. All patients underwent intralesional curettage of the tumour followed by fixation with intramedullary PMMA and plating.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_XXI | Pages 26 - 26
1 May 2012
H. WJ J. W R. M B. D N. C J. C T. A
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Introduction

Although good mid-term results have been reported with some metal on metal hip replacements, reported complications due to metal on metal (MOM) related reactions are a cause for concern. We have assessed the early clinical outcome and results of routine metal artefact reduction MRI findings in a consecutive series of patients with a modern large head metal on metal hip replacement.

Methods

62 ASR XL Corail total hip replacements (THR) and 17 ASR resurfacings were performed at our hospital between 2005 and 2008. All patients were reviewed and assessed with an Oxford hip score (OHS), a plain radiograph and a MRI imaging was obtained on 76 (96%) hips. Implant position was assessed using Wrightington cup orientation software.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_XXI | Pages 16 - 16
1 May 2012
R. LR S. S Y. H D. S T. S J. W
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Purpose

The optimal sequencing of radiotherapy (RT) with surgery in soft-tissue sarcomas (STS) remains undefined. We assessed the impact of RT sequencing on overall survival (OS), cause-specific survival (CSS), local failure, and distant failure.

Methods

A retrospective analysis was conducted using the National Oncology Database, a proprietary database of aggregated tumour registries owned by Impac(r) Medical Systems (Sunnyvale, CA). Eligible sites were soft tissues of the head/neck, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, extremities, trunk, and peritoneum. Only patients with known stage and grade were included. Prognostic factors were identified with multivariate analysis (MVA) using the Cox proportional hazards model. Survival was calculated using the Kaplan-Meier method, and compared for statistical significance (p< 0.05) using the log-rank test.