Introduction: In this study we have studied the range of motion within Dynesys treated discs and levels adjacent to flexible stabilisation. Dynesys was designed to offer physiological motion at the lumbar spine. An advantage which is superior to abolishing movements through spinal fusion. Methods: A cohort of 75 post-Dynesys patients had weight-bearing lateral lumbar spine
There is still want of evidence in the current literature of any significant improvement in clinical outcome when comparing computer-assisted total knee arthroplasty (CA-TKA) with conventional implantation. Analysis of alignment and of component orientation have shown both significant and non-significant differences between the two methods. Not much work has been reported on clinical evidence of stability of the joint. We compared computer-assisted and conventional surgery for TKA at 5.4 years follow-up for patients with varus osteoarthritic knees with deformity of more than 15∗. Our goal was to assess clinical outcome, stability and restoration of normal limb alignment. We used CT and Cine video
Introduction: Occult fractures of carpal bones are underestimed. To be treated succesfully fractures of the scaphoid must be identified at an early stage. A delay in detection may result in non union. We validated with 3 prospective studies a new tool using scintigraphy : The quantitative Xray bone scan (QRS). Material and Methods: A previous preliminary prospective study with 60 patients was performed and published to valid the QRS as a step in diagnosis of wrist occult bones fractures equal to RMI. This exam is a bone scan with 2 improvments. 1) A quantification of the fixation spot : If the spot is two times more important on the injuried wrist (than controlateral side) the fracture is sure. 2) If you combine plain Xrays of the the wrist with scintigraphy the fracture is automatically located. This previous report pointed that repeat set of scaphoid views, dynamic and static, Ct scan, proved unsuitable for screening occult fractures of the wrist. Result: Between november 97 and march 04, 667 patients were enrolled in a prospective continue study. 40% (260/667) of patients with an injury of the wrist with normal
Using digital X-rays to plan a hip replacement can cause problems with sizing and templating the prosthesis. Using an AP view of both hips is desirable as this allows the use of the sometimes unaffected contralateral hip for templating. We devised a method of using a 20mm ball bearing as a marker positioned at the same depth as the greater trochanter, but between the patient's legs. Placing the marker between the patient's legs avoids the problem of the marker disappearing off the side of the X-ray, as is seen when placing the marker at the side of the obese patient. The marker is then used to calibrate the size of the digital X-ray. We used a hundred consecutive post-operative X-rays, comparing the size of the head of the femoral prosthesis used at surgery with the size measured pre-operatively using the marker.Background
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To evaluate Radiological changes in the lumbosacral spine after insertion of Wallis Ligament for Foraminal Stenosis. Thirty two Levels in Twenty Six patients were followed up with standardised radiographs after insertion of Wallis Ligaments for Foraminal Stenosis. Wallis ligaments as a top-off or those with prolapsed discs were not included. The Radiological parameters compared were Anterior and Posterior Disc height, Foraminal height and width, The inter-vertebral angle (IVA), Lumbar lordosis and Scoliosis if any. The presence of slips and their progression post-op was noted, as was bony lysis if any. There were ten males with thirteen levels and sixteen females with nineteen levels in the study. Eighteen levels (56.25%) were L4/L5, ten (31.25%) were L5/S1 and 4 (12.5%)were L3/L4. The average age in the series was 59.6 years (Range 37 – 89 yrs). Average follow up was 9.5 months (Range 2 to 36). The Average increase in Anterior disc height was 1.89 mm (+/−1.39), the posterior disc height increased by an average 1.09 mm (+/−1.14). Foraminal height increased by an average 3.85 mm (+/− 2.72), while foraminal width increased by 2.14 mm (+/− 1.38). The IVA increased in 16 and reduced in 15 patients, with no change in 1. Lumbar Lordosis increased in 23 patients, with an average value of 2.3°. No patient exhibited progression in scoliosis and no lysis could be identified. There were three Grade I slips pre-op; none progressed.Purpose
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To evaluate Radiological changes in the lumbosacral spine after insertion of Wallis Ligament for Foraminal Stenosis. Thirty two Levels in Twenty Six patients were followed up with standardised radiographs after insertion of Wallis Ligaments for Foraminal Stenosis. Wallis ligaments as a top-off or those with prolapsed discs were not included. The Radiological parameters compared were Anterior and Posterior Disc height, Foraminal height and width, The inter-vertebral angle (IVA), Lumbar lordosis and Scoliosis if any. The presence of slips and their progression post-op was noted, as was bony lysis if any. There were ten males with thirteen levels and sixteen females with nineteen levels in the study. Eighteen levels (56.25%) were L4/L5, ten (31.25%) were L5/S1 and 4 (12.5%)were L3/L4. The average age in the series was 59.6 years (Range 37 – 89 yrs). Average follow up was 9.5 months (Range 2 to 36). The Average increase in Anterior disc height was 1.89 mm (+/−1.39), the posterior disc height increased by an average 1.09 mm (+/−1.14). Foraminal height increased by an average 3.85 mm (+/− 2.72), while foraminal width increased by 2.14 mm (+/− 1.38). The IVA increased in 16 and reduced in 15 patients, with no change in 1. Lumbar Lordosis increased in 23 patients, with an average value of 2.3°. No patient exhibited progression in scoliosis and no lysis could be identified. There were three Grade I slips pre-op; none progressed. Foraminal dimensions and Disc height were consistently improved after Wallis insertion. Changes in IVA and Lumbar lordosis were however variable. A longer follow up is suggested to look for sustained improvement and the presence of lysis.
Our aim was to evaluate the indications for patients undergoing magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the knee prior to referral to an orthopaedic specialist, and ascertain whether these scans altered initial management. We retrospectively reviewed all referrals received by a single specialist knee surgeon over a 1-year period. Patient demographics, relevant history, examination findings and past surgical procedures were documented. Patients having undergone MRI prior to referral were identified and indications for the scans recorded. These were reviewed against The NHS guidelines for Primary Care Physicians to identify if the imaging performed was appropriate in each case.Aims and objectives
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Neck of femur fractures are a common presentation and certain patients can be managed with a total hip replacement. To receive a total hip replacement the pelvic X-rays should be templated as per AO guidelines and a common way this is performed is by including a calibration marker on the X-ray. The aim of this study is to assess and improve upon the use of the calibration marker. Details of patients admitted with a neck of femur fracture from January 1st 2018 until December 31st 2018 were gathered and used to review each initial X-ray and determine if a calibration marker was included. 376 patients were admitted with a neck of femur fracture over the one year period. 36% of patients did not have a calibration marker on their initial pelvic X-ray and 11% did not have a chest X ray. 215 patients had an intracapsular fracture and 39 went on to have a total hip replacement. 12 patients were lacking a calibration marker on their original
Aims: Irradiated allograft bone may help to reduce the risk of transmission of infectious agents from donor to recipient. The purpose of this study was to establish the results of impaction bone grafting of acetabular defects with froze, irradiated allograft bone. Methods: All patients treated by a single surgeon with impaction bone grafting of acetabular defects at revision total hip replacement were reviewed retrospectively. All operations were performed during the period 1994–2000. The mean follow-up was 50 months (range 30–96 months). Case notes and
The aim is to investigate if there is a relation between patellar height and knee flexion angle. For this purpose we retrospectively evaluated the radiographs of 500 knees presented for a variety of reasons. We measure knee flexion angle using a computer-generated goniometer. Patellar height was determined using computer generated measurement for the selected ratios, namely, the Insall–Salvati (I/S), Caton–Deschamps (C/D) and Blackburne–Peel (B/P) indices and Modified I/S Ratio. A search of an NHS hospital database was made to identify the knee
Background. An improved understanding of intervertebral disc (IVD) structure and function is required for treatment development. Loading induces micro-fractures at the interface between the nucleus pulposus (NP) and the annulus fibrosus (AF), which is hypothesized to induce a cascade of cellular changes leading to degeneration. However, there is limited understanding of the structural relationship between the NP and AF at this interface and particularly response to load. Here, X-ray scattering is utilised to provide hierarchical morphometric information of collagen structure across the IVD, especially the interface region under load. Methodology. IVDs were imaged using the I22 SAXS/WAXS beamline at Diamond Light Source. Peaks associated with the D-banded structure of collagen fibrils were fitted to quantify their azimuthal distribution, as well the magnitude and direction of internal strains under static and applied strain (0–20%). Results. IVD tissue regions exhibited structural “AF-like” and “NP-like” fingerprints. Demonstrating high internal strains on collagen fibres particularly within the NP region of the disc. AF and NP regions showed distinct collagen orientation and internal strains with an apparent lack of bracing structure seen at the interface between the differential mechanical tissues. X-ray scattering under tensile strain provided structural information at high resolution, with clear differences observed between normal and degenerate discs under load. Conclusion.
Aim: Assessing Polyethylene wear is very important in following up patients after Total hip replacement (THR) and Livermore method (using callipers) is routinely used by clinicians in calculating this wear. Our aim was to assess if ‘Imagika’, a new computer software programme can accurately assess polyethylene wear(PE-wear). We also compared the computer software with the Livermore method in calculating wear. Method: We used 15 different THR
Introduction: A good cup positioning requires reliable anatomical landmarks expecially for navigation. The anterior pelvic plane (APP) seems to be a good reference for navigation because it is in relation with pelvic tilt which do affect the position of the cotyle and consequently the position of the cup. The value of this plane is not well known according to gender, age, weight… The aim of the study is to assess radiologically the APP in standing and supine position before and after total hip arthroplasty. MATERIALS AND Methods: 92 Patients (32 males, 60 females, mean age 65 years) underwent strict lateral X-rays in standing and supine standardized position. Uninterpretable or unsatisfying
Patients with osteoarthritis of the knee reviewed by the General practioners, are usually referred for further management to the orthopaedic surgeon. It was our observation that patients were usually referred with supine knee X-rays. This meant weight-bearing films were repeated at the clinic. Methods: We sent out questionnaires to GPs inquiring whether they asked for X-rays of the knee prior to patient referral and whether they asked for weight bearing films. We also reviewed the policy in one National Hospital Service trust and one teaching hospital with regards to GPs asking for weight bearing films. The time patients spent waiting at the X-rays department was noted. Finally we inquired about the cost of a knee X-ray. Results: A total number of 65 questionnaires were sent and the response was 44 i.e. 67%. 80% of the GPs asked for non weight bearing X-rays prior to referral. Only 5% asked for weight bearing films. The radiology departments of hospitals in one NHS trust and the teaching hospital did not accept weight bearing requests from GPs. The time taken for a patient to get an
The best follow up strategy after hip replacement (THR) is unclear. There are conflicting demands to obtain early diagnosis of loosening, and to minimise clinic visits. It would be desirable to achieve follow up with a validated symptom questionnaire alone, but it is unclear how frequently THRs are asymptomatic during early loosening. This study examined the relationship between patient reported symptoms after THR using two measures (Oxford Hip Questionnaire (OHQ) and Visual Analogue Scale (VAS)), and the classification of the patients AP
Introduction. Magnetic resonance arthrogram (MRA) is the investigation of choice in young adults with symptoms of femero acetabular impingement. The aim of the study is to assess the accuracy of MRA when correlated with surgical findings on hip arthroscopy. Materials and Method. Between June 2007 and January 2014, 136 patients had MRA followed by subsequent arthroscopy at our institution. The radiology information system was used to gather MRA data. All scans were reported by a consultant radiologist with a specialist interest in musculoskeletal radiology. Patient records were reviewed to gather surgical data. Assessment was made of labral injury, Camshaft (CAM) or Pincer lesion and degeneration of the cartilage. Results. Mean age at MRA was 34.5 years with a 2.5:1 female to male ratio. For labral pathology sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value (PPV) and negative predictive value (NPV) were 89, 100, 100 and 22% respectively. For CAM (62, 80, 79 and 64% respectively) and Pincer lesions (15, 84, 81 and 18% respectively). MRA was specific for picking up Grade 3/4 degenerate changes in the articular cartilage (92.2%) but was not as sensitive (60%), PPV 55 and NPV 94. Conclusion. These findings demonstrate that MRA is a sensitive and specific imaging modality for assessing the labrum and articular surface, but not as good for assessing CAM and Pincer lesions. This could be due to the static nature of the MRA or a lack of firm definition as to what constitutes a CAM or Pincer lesion leading to under reporting. This maybe better assessed with plane
Introduction and Objective. Malunion after trauma can lead to coronal plane malalignment in the lower limb. The mechanical hypothesis suggests that this alters the load distribution in the knee joint and that that this increased load may predispose to compartmental arthritis. This is generally accepted in the orthopaedic community and serves as the basis guiding deformity correction after malunion as well as congenital or insidious onset malalignment. Much of the literature surrounding the contribution of lower limb alignment to arthritis comes from cohort studies of incident osteoarthritis. There has been a causation dilemma perpetuated in a number of studies - suggesting malalignment does not contribute to, but is instead a consequence of, compartmental arthritis. In this investigation the relationship between compartmental (medial or lateral) arthritis and coronal plane malalignment (varus or valgus) in patients with post traumatic unilateral limb deformity was examined. This represents a specific niche cohort of patients in which worsened compartmental knee arthritis after extra-articular injury must rationally be attributed to malalignment. Materials and Methods. The picture archiving system was searched to identify all 1160 long leg
Introduction. One of the important criteria of the success of TKR is achievement of the Flexion ROM. Various factors responsible to achieve flexion are technique, Implant and patient related. Creation of the Posterior condylar offset is one such important factor to achieve satisfactory flexion. Aim. To correlate post op femoral condylar offset to final flexion ROM at 1 yr. post op. Methods. This is a clinico-radiological study of the cases done prospectively between September 2011 and August 2012. Inclusion criteria:. All patients undergoing Bilateral TKRs and have agreed for the follow up at 1 yr. Exclusion criteria:. Patients who had previous bony surgery on lower end femur. Patients with previous fracture of lower end femur. All the patients had PS PFC Sigma (De Puy, Warsaw) components cemented. ROMs were measured at 6 weeks, 3 months, & 1 year post op. The last reading was taken as final flexion ROM as measured by a Physiotherapist with the help of a Goniometer. Results. We had 21 cases of Bilateral TKRs who satisfied our criteria. Pre and post op femoral condylar offset was measured in mm. on lateral
Aims: Functional results of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is closely related to the anatomical position of the graft. Femoral or tibial miss placements are associated with increase laxity, decrease range of motion. Based on anatomical dissections we developed a triangle method able to be used as fluoroscopic intra-operative landmark to increase the reproductibility of the placements. Methods: A lateral
The authors report their preliminary experience with a minimum of one year follow –up of hydroxyapatite coating as the means of fixation of the femoral head in hip resurfacing. Between Dec 2003 and Dec 2004, of the 23 cases performed by the senior author,22 were available for follow up,15 were women (68.2%) and 7 were men (31.8). The femoral and acetabular components of the uncemented version of the CORMET 2000(Corin,Cire ncester,UK) were used. The surgical approach was the Hardinge approach in all cases. Patients were assessed pre-operatively for pain and function,using the Harris Hip Score. Post operatively they were assessed in clinic with
Introduction: Acute elbow trauma is commonly seen in the emergency department. The purpose of the present study was to evaluate in our emergency department the assessment of elbow trauma radiographs in children. Methods: 136 patients aged between 0 and 16 presented at our institution for an elbow trauma over a 6 months period. All the radiographs were digitalised and stored in a commercially available computerised
Aims:ACL revision surgery is a second-generation type of knee ligament surgery. The artificial ligaments, the imperfect mastering of arthoscopic assisted surgery and the absence of clinical and radiological analysis of peripheral laxities are among the main factors for failures. Methods:43 patients of a mean age of 29y were previously operated between 1 and 5 times.14 artificial ligaments, 23 patellar tendons and 4 hamstrings tendons failed as a first ACL reconstruction. The mean time between the first operation and the index revision was 44 months. In 6 cases an additional HTO was used. Different tendon grafts were used: quadriceps 11, patellar 19 and hamstrings 8. In 3 occasions an additional extra articular reefing was used. The patients were reviewed by one independent observer using KT 1000, Stress
Background: Over many years our understanding of fracture patterns and management has evolved. One of the biggest steps was the adoption of the principles of fracture fixation as described by the Arbitsgemeinschaft fur Osteosynthesefragen (AO). The application of this philosophy has allowed us to optimise fracture management and improve outcome. In our unit we noted a number of complications resulting from suboptimal fracture fixations of ankles some of which required revision. It was decided to review fracture fixation of ankles in the unit to see whether the basic principles of fixation was being followed in our DGH. Aim: To evaluate whether the AO principles of fixation for ankle fractures are being followed in our local unit. Patients and Methods: 52 consecutive patients over a period of 1 year from August 2005 to August 2006 with bi malleolar and isolated medial malleolar ankle fractures, requiring surgery, had their case notes and pre operative
Objective: We report an unusual presentation of telangiectatic osteosarcoma of distal femur in a preadolescent boy. Methods: A 9 year old boy fell down heavily while he was on holiday and fractured his distal femur. He was given above knee plaster locally and then transferred him to hospital where he lives normally. He developed increasing pain over next two weeks over fracture site (4 weeks after injury) and was reviewed in clinic.
Introduction: The development of laboratory techniques in the last ten years has enabled the successful harvest, in vitro selection, culture and transplant of chondrocytes. The study proposes that transplantation of autologous chondrocytes prevents degeneration of the intervertebral disc following outer annular injury in an ovine model. Methods: Eight sheep were anaesthetised and five contiguous lumbar discs were exposed via a left-sided posterolateral approach. Four of the animals were given full thickness annular incisions in three alternate discs. No annular incisions were made in the other 4 sheep. Costal cartilage was harvested from the left twelfth rib of all animals. Tissue was cultured and the chondrocytes were labelled in vitro with CFSE for verification following transplantation. Six weeks later autologous cultured chondrocytes were injected into the lower two alternate discs of all animals, leaving the uppermost discs and those untouched in between as internal controls. Animals were sacrificed after three, six, twelve and twenty-four weeks. Results were based on
Introduction: Preoperative use of tomodensitometry is a common practice when assessing fractures with intraarticular involvement, helping to determine the most appropriate surgical approach according to the lesions observed. To date, during the surgical procedure itself, radiographical or fluoroscopic controls still largely rely on two dimensions
Introduction:. One of the important criteria of the success of TKR is achievement of the Flexion ROM. Various factors responsible to achieve flexion are technique, Implant and patient related. Creation of the Posterior condylar offset is one of the important factors to achieve satisfactory flexion. Aim:. To correlate post op femoral condylar offset to final flexion ROM at 1 yr. post op. Methods:. This is a clinico-radiological study of the cases done prospectively between September 2011 and August 2012. Inclusion criteria:. All patients undergoing Bilateral TKRs and have agreed for the follow up at 1 yr. Exclusion criteria:
. 1). Patients who had previous bony surgery on lower end femur. 2). Patients with previous fracture of lower end femur. All the patients had PS PFC Sigma (De Puy, Warsaw) components cemented. ROMs were measured at 6 weeks, 3 months, & 1 year post op. The last reading was taken as final flexion ROM as measured by an independent Physiotherapist with the help of a Goniometer. Results:. We had 21 cases of Bilateral TKRs who satisfied our criteria. Pre and post op femoral condylar offset was measured in mm. on lateral
Introduction: As the age for performing a primary knee replacement is gradually falling there is increase need and demand for revision total knee replacement and subsequent revisions thereafter. There are very few published studies showing the outcome of re revision knee replacement surgery. Aim: We aim to show functional outcome of 21 patients at 3 to 5 years after undergoing Re revision knee arthroplasty. Methods: We defined re revision as a procedure where there was exchange of either one or both Tibial and Femoral components using a modular revision system. We included all patients undergoing re revision knee replacement and had complete records &
Objectives/Background: Long-term outcome in THR is multifactorial influenced. Malpositioning leads to complications as early loosening, leg length difference or dislocation of the artificial joint. A proven factor for early losening is a misplacment of the center of rotation or varusposition of the stem. A higher luxation risk results out of high inclination and anteversion angles an reduced soft tissue tension. Aim of this study was to prove the image free navigation software in the modular Navitrack-System to check the implant position based on anatomical intraoperative acquired data. Design/Methods: In 35 consecutive cases we implantet the ACA screwcup and the Optan anatomical stem with use of the Navitrack navigation System. The software calculates al relevant data out of intraopertive probed landmarks. Intraoperative the shifting of the center of rotation, the cup anteversion and inclination, the stem inclination and torsion and the leglength shift is shown in real time. Intraoperative data were compared with postoperative position measurement in plain X-rays and in 15 patients in postoperative CT scans. Results: In all cases navigated implantpositioning was possible. In 3 cases stem positioning was not possible cause of refference loosening. Mean inclination of the cup as shown in the Navigation System was 52 (range 45 – 58 ), mean anteversion was 11 (range -5 – 27). Mean postoperative inclination measured on postoperative X-Ray was 53,8 (range 49 – 60). The difference between the shown values from the CAS System to the postoperative
Introduction: An accepted treatment of lateral compartment osteoarthritis with valgus deformity is to correct the malalignment, and unload the affected compartment. Previous techniques have used large fixation plates to secure complete osteotomy sites. We present a prospective study using a novel incomplete opening wedge osteotomy, in treating lateral compartment osteoarthritis in active patients younger than 65. Methods: We assessed all patients (n=26) who underwent opening wedge femoral osteotomy with Puddu plate fixation over a 5 – year period by one surgeon (PRA). All patients had long leg
This study investigates the use of porous biphasic ceramics as graft extenders in impaction grafting of the femur during revision hip surgery. Impaction grafting of the femur was performed in four groups of sheep. Group one received pure allograft, group two 50% allograft and 50% BoneSave, group three 50% allograft and 50% BoneSave type 2 and group four 10% allograft and 90% BoneSave as the graft material. Function was assessed using an index of pre- and post-operative peak vertical ground reaction force ratios. Changes in bone mineral density were measured by dual energy
Atrophic non-unions are usually attributed to impaired blood supply but the events that lead to atrophic non-union remain poorly understood. Recent studies. 1,. 2. have shown that vascularity is not reduced in established non-unions but these studies have not examined vascularity at an early stage. The aims of this study were to: 1) develop and validate a clinically relevant small animal model of atrophic non-union and 2) test the hypothesis that the vessel density of atrophic non-unions reaches that of normal healing bones but at a later time point. Twenty eight adult female Wistar rats underwent application of a novel circular frame external fixator to the right tibia under general anaesthesia. The fixator construct was standardised, with eight needles that were drilled through the skin into the proximal and distal metaphyses of the tibia. An osteotomy was performed with a 1mm burr under irrigation. The periosteum was removed on 14 of the 28 animals using a scalpel and the intramedullary canal was curetted. Both insults were performed proximally and distally for a distance equivalent to 1 diameter of the tibia. A 1mm gap was introduced at the osteotomy site and the wound was closed. Once the animal had recovered it was allowed unrestricted weight bearing. Anteroposterior
Objectives. Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is one of the most successful surgical procedures; several bearing technologies have been used, however none of these is optimal. Metal on polycarbonate-urethane (PCU) is a new bearing technology with several potential advantages: PCU is a hydrophilic soft pliable implant quite similar in elasticity to human cartilage, offers biostability, high resistance to hydrolysis, oxidation, and calcification, no biodegradation, low wear rate and high corrosion resistance and can be coupled with large metal heads (Tribofit Hip System, THS). The aim of this prospective study was to report the survivorship and the clinical and radiographic outcomes and the metal ions dosage of a group of patients operated with metal on PCU arthroplasty featuring large metal diameter heads, at 5 years from surgery. Study Design & Methods. 68 consecutive patients treated with the THS were included. The patients have been contacted by phone call and invited to return to our centre for clinical (Oxford Hip Score, OHS, and Harris Hip Score, HHS), radiographic exam and metal ion levels evaluation. All the patients were operated with uncemented stems. Results. The survival rate is 100% and no major complications were seen. The average preoperative OHS was 17 (6–34), at follow-up it was 44 (40–48). The average preoperative HHS was 48 (12–76), at follow-up it was 93 (84–100). On the
Stems are a crucial part of implant stabilization in revision total knee arthroplasty. In most cases the metaphyseal bone is deficient, and stabilization in the diaphyseal cortical bone is necessary to keep the implant tightly fixed to bone and to prevent tilt and micromotion. While sleeves and cones can be effective in revision total joint arthroplasty, they are technically difficult and may lead to major bone loss in cases of loosening or infection, especially if the stem is cemented past the cone. A much more conservative method is to ream the diaphysis to the least depth possible to achieve tight circumferential fixation, and to apply porous augments to the undersurface of the tibial tray or inner surface of the femoral component to allow them to bottom out against the bone surface and apply compressive load. If a robust, strong taper, stem and component combination is used, rim contact on only one side is necessary to achieve rigid permanent fixation. Porous and non-porous stems are available. The non-porous stems should have a spline surface that engages the diaphyseal bone and achieves rigid initial fixation but does not provide long-term axillary support. In that way the porous rim-engaging surface can bear compressive load and finally unload the stem and taper junction. Correctly designed stems do not stress relieve unless they are porous-coated. In situations where metaphyseal bone is not available, porous-coated stems that link to hinge prostheses are a very important part of the armamentarium in complex revision arthroplasty. Use of stems requires experience and special technique. Slight underreaming and initial scratch fit are necessary techniques. This does not result in tight fixation every time because split of the cortex does occasionally occur. In most cases these splits do not need to be repaired, but when there is a question, an intra-operative
Introduction. Literature describes pelvic rotation on lateral
Introduction. Ankle fractures are common injuries presenting to trauma departments and ankle open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is one of the first procedures targeted in early orthopaedic training. Failure to address the fracture pattern with the appropriate surgical technique and hardware may lead to early failure resulting in revision procedures or premature degenerative change. Patients undergoing revision ORIF are known to be at much greater risk of complications, and many of these secondary procedures may be preventable. Method. A retrospective analysis of all patients attending our unit for ankle ORIF over a two year period was undertaken. Patients were identified from our Bluespier database and a review of
In early secondary arthritis due to femoral dysplasia, varus osteotomy achieves a control of arthritis for two decades in 80 % of cases : it is therefore a very reliable conservative treatment. Moreover, in carefully selected cases of severe arthritis in young active patients, a valgus osteotomy can achieve pain relief for a decade in 70 % of cases. THE VARUS OSTEOTOMY is recommended when the arthritis is due to a coxa valga ≥ 140°. By reducing the inclination angle to 125° the abductors level of arm is optimized, and their contracture is decreased. Therefore, the osteotomy reduces the surface strains, but it does not improve the extent of articular surfaces. A – . INDICATIONS. 1) Four factors are mandatory to achieve long term improvement:. The arthritis must be the . consequence. of the dysplasia, with degenerative changes localized at the supero lateral part of the head and of the acetabulum. This can be confirmed by isotope scanning. If the arthritic changes are not localised the desease is rather a primary arthritis, or an inflammatory or a metabolic disease, which are not an indication for a biomecanical treatment. There must be a real . coxa valga. , evidenced by coxometry. Anteversion is mesured by CT scan, and the inclinaison is mesured on a
Amniotic membrane (AM) and amnion/chorion foetal membranes (ACM) are mainly composed of collagen & laminin layers and constitute relatively new materials to the dental market. They have proven effective for periodontal treatments such as Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR) [1–3]. Based on our expertise in the field of lyophilisation & securisation of human bone allograft (Phoenix® process), we aimed to develop our own process applied to ACM and to control its in vivoefficacy in GTR indication. Human placentas were donated under informed consent. ACM were separated from placenta and processed with a proprietary AMTRIX (TBF) Process. Resulting product was called ACMTRIX. The effectiveness of ACMTRIX in GTR was evaluated using an in vivorat calvaria defect model as followed:. Empty defect (2 animals),. ACMTRIX apposed onto the defect (4 animals),. 3 Bone substitutes (allogenic – mineralized cortical bone powder (Phoenix®); demineralized cancellous bone powder mixed with hydroxyapatite and demineralized bone matrix (DBM) cancellous block) filled in the defect and covered by ACMTRIX (4 animals). One animal per study group was sacrificed after 8 weeks, all others after 8 weeks. Evaluations were performed by: macroscopic observations,
We have implanted 371 CLS acetabular components in our centre since 1989. Despite design changes in the component we report 4 cases of failure by fracture through the metal backing of the cup. Our aim is to highlight this uncommon mechanism of failure and advise that in cases of unexplained hip pain in those with CLS acetabular components
A series of 76 distal tibial pilon fractures treated with surgical fixation were retrospectively reviewed from case notes, plain radiographs and CT imaging. Patient demographics, injury and fracture patterns, methods and timing of fixation and clinical and radiological outcomes were assessed over a mean follow up period of 8.6 months (range 2–30). Definitive fixation was most commonly performed through an open technique (71 cases) with plate fixation. CT imaging was used to plan the most direct approach to access the fracture fragments. Single or double incision techniques were used to access the tibia, with fixation of the fibular performed when necessary. Superficial infection occurred in 5 cases (6.9%) and deep infection in 2 (2.8%). Aseptic wound breakdown occurred in 5 cases (6.9%). The rate of wound breakdown after three-incision technique was 37.5%. There were 10 cases of non-union (13.9%) and 8 of mal-union (10.5%). Post-traumatic arthritis was present on the most recent
Introduction. Tip apex distance (TAD) is reported as a predictor for cut outs of lag screws in the treatment of intertrochanteric fractures, and surgeons are adviced to strive for TAD within 20 mm. However the definition of neck axis and the limb position of lateral radiograph are not clearly described in the original literature. We propose the refined TAD by defining these factors. The objective of this study was to analyze the interobserver agreement of this refined TAD. Materials and Method.
We reviewed 35 patients who underwent a medial unicondylar knee replacement, with an average follow up of 4 years (for functional assessment). All patents had a weight bearing AP and lateral
Introduction: Distal radius locking plates are increasingly being used to treat distal radius fractures. The purpose of our study was to determine the medium term clinical and radiological outcome of comminuted, displaced fractures of the distal radius. We present our experience in using the Aculoc (Acumed) volar fixed angle plate to treat 100 consecutive fractures of the distal radius. Methods: All one hundred patients were prospectively (clinically and radiologically) assessed between 2003 –2007, with a minimum follow up of one year. Fractures were radiologically classified using the Frykman classification Clinical outcome was measured using the Mayo score, DASH questionnaire, SF36 and Range of Wrist Movement and pinch and grasp power. The post operative
To measure for evidence of early subsidence of Accolade tapered uncemented femoral stems. To quantify any subsidence and to identify factors which may predispose to this. A retrospective audit of patients who have received Accolade stem total hip joint replacement in Hawkes Bay Hospital from October 2003 to October 2004. Post operative and follow up
This is a prospective study analysing the accuracy of expected tunnel position (graft site) for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and to decide whether or not confirmation of the tunnel site using intraoperative imaging is required. 35 cases of anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction using bone patella bone tendon performed by three surgeons are studied. The surgeons use three different techniques. Immediately after the surgery, the surgeon marks the expected tunnel site (graft site) in a diagram (AP and LAT of femur and tibia) without seeing the
Reviewing our experience of scoliosis in children with a Cavopulmonary Shunt or Fontan circulation and the cardiovascular challenges that this presents. A notes and
A retrospective descriptive preliminary study on early experience using all pedicle screw correction. Pedicle screw fixation enables enhanced correction of spinal deformities. However, the technique is still in early development in our clinic. Tends of the scoliosis patient to come in late ages make maximum correction failed. A total 16 patients are subjected to pedicle screw fixation for spinal deformities were analyzed descriptively as an early follow-up in the last two-year. 14 patients are girl and 2 are boys. The age range between 12 to 18 year. 8 are Kings type II and 8 are Kings type III, 212 screws were inserted between Th3 – L2 (14-18 screws per-patient), all concave pedicles were inserted with screws but in convex side every two or three pedicles were inserted. The position of screws was analyzed using the post-operative plain
The lack of a universal, consistent protocol for the subjective, objective and radiographic evaluation of these injuries has hampered the comparison of results. Methods. 45 patients with complex fractures of the calcaneus were included in this prospective study, which was undertaken from July 2003 to December 2005. The fracture classification of Essex-Lopresti was used. We also observed the extent of secondary fracture lines extending from the primary shear line (on axial and external oblique plain radiographs) to establish comminution. The external oblique view for subtalar joint was performed with the patient supine, the knee at about 60 degree of flexion and the limb rotated externally 45 degree with a vertical
Introduction. Stem cells have the capacity for self renewal and capability of differentiation into various cell lineages. Non union remains a clinically important problem in orthopaedic surgery. Method. We randomly assigned 45 patients into 3 groups. Test group: 15 patients in which mesenchymal stem cells prepared by conventional density-gradient centrifugation using ficoll-hypaque solution were injected (n=15), control A: 15 patients in which autogenous bone marrow aspirate were injected (n=15), control B: 15 patients in which neither the stem cell nor bone marrow injection given, symptomatically treated(n=15). Ultra sound and
MISTKA resulted earlier recovery of ROM, muscle power and shorter incision. But bleeding after operation did not decrease compared with conventional TKA. We compared MISTKA results between several approach mini arthrotomy, mini midvastus and mini subvastus. There were no difference in these series. We thought extramedullary femoral guide may be less invasive than intramedullary femoral guide system. 34 cases were performed by minisubvastus approach. 17 cases were using intramedullary method. 17 cases were using extramedullary method. We compared JOA score, ROM, muscle power, blood examination,
Introduction. Proper femoral reaming is a key factor for a successful outcome in cementless hip arthroplasty. Good quality reaming minimizes risks of intra-operative femoral fracture during reaming and prevents poor fitting of the implant which can lead to subsidance of the stem postoperativly. Determining the quality of reaming is largely a subjective skill and dependant on the surgeon's experience with no documented intraoprative method to assess it objectively. Method. We recorded and analysed the frequencies of sound signals recorded via a bone conduction microphone during reaming of the femoral canal in a series of 28 consecutive patients undergoing uncemented total hip replacement performed by same surgeon. Hammaring sound frequencies and intensity were analysed by mean of computer software. The relationship between the patterns of the recorded reaming sound frequencies compared with surgeon judgment of the reaming quality intraoparativly and post operative
Introduction: Obtaining adequate images can be difficult in ring fixator patients during outpatient follow-up. Following a recent publication, we introduced the spirit level technique as an effective method to ensure better quality images for interpretation, reduce unnecessary x-ray exposure, and improve clinic efficiency. Method: A comparison was made of radiograph quality, patient inconvenience and x-ray exposure between standard X-ray techniques and those with a frame mounted spirit-level in all patients attending the senior author’s outpatient clinic for routine follow up following Ilizarov and Taylor-Spatial frames. Prospective data was collected using a paper proforma in frame clinic. Information was gathered on all patients sent for plain radiographs. Radiographers collected data regarding time taken in the X-ray Department and total number of radiographs taken to gain the images required. The senior author recorded if these images were satisfactory and if returned to the department for further imaging. The radiation dose was retrieved from the Radiology computer. The control group consisted of patients from clinics prior to implementation of the spirit-level device. Following a period of familiarization, data was collected from the study group using the spirit-level. Results: (Table deleted). Conclusion: The implementation of a simple frame mounted spirit-level as a guide for the radiographers in the outpatient clinic improves
In this study we aimed to identify infection rates in arhroplasty patients which were operated bilaterally with single anesthesia and to discuss the reasons of infections in these patients. We evaluated 163 knees of 82 patients (Follow up: 12 to 60 months). Mean age was 66.8. Right knees were operated first followed by left knees. 16 of the patients had diabetes mellitus, 4 of them had rheumatoid arthritis, and 1 of them had systemic lupus erithmatosus. All patients were evaluated according to operation time, wound healing, laboratory findings, clinical presentation and
Aim: To validate the accuracy of the MobilityTotal Ankle Replacement alignment jig. Method: The early radiological alignment outcomes (angles ‘A, B, C’) of 35 Mobility ankle replacements were determined from weight bearing
Aims: The objectives of this study are to determine the feasibility of the endoscopic þxation of the anterior pelvis. Material and Methods: Twenty adult cadavers were studied. A þve hole plate was introduced and þxed by balloon and C02 dilatation of the space of Retzius. After plating, the cadavers were dissected to analyze plate and screw position, and presence of damage on the surrounding tissues related to the procedure. Results: Plate and screws were seen to be in good position in all cases. No damage to vital structures was identiþed. Case Report: 33 y/o male sustained an open book external rotation AO/OTA type 61-B3.1 pelvic fracture. EFAP was performed successfully. Postoperative
Aim: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the long term results of modified Elmslie-Trillat procedure. We have also reviewed the various modifications and its outcome seen in the literature to the original conventional Elmslie-Trillat procedure. Our modified surgical technique is described. Materials and Methods: The patients were evaluated functionally using Kujala and Fulkerson scoring system. Clinical examination was performed to look for patella apprehension, tracking of patella, crepitus and range of movement.
Introduction We report the clinical and radiographic outcome of a consecutive series of 138 hydroxyapatite coated total knee replacements with a mean follow up of 11 years (10–13 years). Method and Results These patients were entered into a prospective study. There were 74 females and 32 males. Indications for surgery were osteoarthritis in 131 knees, rheumatoid arthritis in 5 knees and pigmented villo-nodular synovitis in 2 knees. The mean age of the patient was 72.5 years at the time of surgery. All living patients (76 knees) were examined and
A case report of an 11 year old boy who underwent tibial osteotomy to prevent angulation of his right tibia. As a 7 year old, LH sufered a minor injury to his right tibia. A lump appeared at the same site. Soon the lump grew to be similar to “a second knee cap”. However, it only caused him pain when he traumatised it. He and his parents were disturbed by the lump, and the fact that it was creating an anterior-posterior bowing of his tibia. They sought medical advice. His original hospital carried out
This is a retrospective study of patient out-come after spondylolytic repair using a Scott¦s or a Van Dam Procedure (tension band repair). We also looked at the use of plain static radiographs, and a reverse gantry computed tomography scanning in the assessment of healing of the spondylolytic defect. Tension band repair of spondylolysis has proved to be a useful procedure for refractory spondylolysis. However, there is no universally accepted method or determining fusion of the spondylolysis, and the definitive criteria for diagnosing a successful fusion remains controversial. The Oswestry Disability Index was measured in 2000 and in 2004. Plain static radiographs and computed tomography scans were performed on 14 patients one year after fixation of the spondylolysis. A radiologist and an independent orthopaedic surgeon assessed the presence of bridging trabecular bone in the scan and
The authors report the use of a modified ‘Y-V’ medial capsular repair in association with Scarf osteotomy for Hallux valgus in 55 patients (62 feet) aged 18 to 61 years (mean 43 years) between July 2004 and July 2005. All patients were followed up for minimum 6 months by questionnaire, physical examination (American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society score) and comparison of preoperative and post operative
CT- scan as an management tool is being used extensively in managing calcaneal fractures. We set out to see if a CT-scan makes any difference to the management plan as obtained by looking at the plain radiograph. We also looked at the correlation with the actual management. Methodology: This was a retrospective study involving 24 patients with fracture of the calcaneum. These patients had both a plain radiograph and a CT- scan to help decide on management. The actual management that each of these patients had was documented. Three consultants who were blinded to the actual management and names of the subjects were independently asked to grade the radiographs, as operative or non-operative. They were then similarly, asked to decide on operation or no-operation based on blinded CT- scans. The data obtained from the three observers were compared to the actual management and were subjected to statistical analysis. Results: As the data was categorical and matched, the Mcnemars test was used to test the association between the management plan obtained from the radiographs and the management plan obtained from the CT scans, for each consultant. They were also compared with the actual management. The statistical analysis showed that there was no statistically significant association between the management decision obtained from the radiographs and the CT san, for all three observers. Radiograph and CT scan based management decisions also did not correlate with the actual management. Conclusion: The CT scan should only be done when a definite decision is made to operate on a patient, based on plain radiographs. Calcaneal fractures which are decided not to operate, based on
Introduction: In this study we report our experience with the clinical outcomes following Dynesys. Our objectives are to revalidate the most suitable indication(s) of Dyne-sys in patients with backpain. Method: A prospective cohort study on 374 consecutive patients who had Dynesys for backpain from September 2000 to-present. Average age of patients was 57 years and male to female ratio were (40%:60%). Preoperative assessment involved ODI, SF36, VAS for leg and backpain and the diagnosis was confirmed with physical examination,
Introduction. Open tibial fractures are associated with increased risk of complications, particularly a higher risk of infections and decreased functional outcome. Objectives. To evaluate the incidence of complications and the functional outcomes after managing open tibial fractures with circular fine-wire fixators. Methods. Retrospective review of 35 open tibial fractures treated with circular fine-wire fixators {Ilizarov and Taylor Spatial Frame (TSF)} in a teaching hospital. Patients were reviewed with
Consequent upon a retrospective audit of all acute tibial nail patients within GRI in 2010, it was agreed, due to variable follow-up, imaging and requirement for secondary intervention, a standardised protocol for management of acutely nailed tibial fractures within GRI was to be established. Subsequently, a Nurse Led Tibial Nail Clinic commenced in July 201. The majority of consultants (11 of 13) devolving follow up of these patients to a protocol based algorithm designed on evidence based principles and consensus expert opinion. Aims were to standardise/improve management of tibial nail patients in terms of patient education, weight bearing, imaging, follow-up intervals and also coordinate secondary intervention via a single consultant with an interest in limb reconstruction/non union. A secondary goal was to achieve measureable outcome data for this subgroup of patients. All patients underwent post operative radiographs prior to discharge, review in clinic at 10 days for wound assessment, 6 weeks for physiotherapy and 12 weeks where standard AP and lateral tibial radiographs were repeated. Patients are discharged at 12 weeks if the radiographs confirm bony healing on three cortices or more and fractures are clinically united. If not, repeat
At our institution significant number of patients were able to have full movement after TKA; however the concern is whether deep flexion after TKA will increase certain complications or whether it will cause early damage to the knee components. 384 Total knee replacements were performed from January 97 to January2002. Three deferent knee systems were used (IB2, NEXGEN and LPS Flex). Preoperative and post operative range of motion was document on lateral x-ray. Knee score was documented and data was processed at major university in Scotland. All surgeries were performed by a single surgeon. Patient was considered to have full flexion if he is able to flex the knee over 140 and able to kneel with the calf touching the thigh for at least one minute. Post operative x-ray was reviewed at 1 and 2 years.3D images were obtained on selected cases. 216 Cases had full flexion as per above definition and 168 cases failed to achieve full flexion. There was no significant deference in complication rate between patients who had full flexion and those who did not. The complication rates were similar to that reported in other series.
We undertook a comparative audit of 171 consecutive Hip and Knee Arthroplasties performed by an overseas team at an Independent Hospital (Group 1) between August 2005 and December 2005 and compared them to a corresponding number performed by all grades of surgeons at the local NHS Trust (Group 2). We examined patient selection criteria such as BMI and ASA grade and compared the early radiological outcome, complication rate, length of hospital stay and the patient satisfaction rate between the two groups. We found that patients in Group 1 had a lower average BMI (27.13) and a better ASA grade (95% grade 1 and 2) as compared to Group 2 (BMI - 29.69 and 80% ASA Grade 1 and 2). The average hospital stay was 6.1 days in Group 1 and 8 days in Group 2. Only 74% of the patients in Group 1 were completely satisfied with their treatment outcome as compared to 91% in Group 2. (Trent Arthroplasty Questionnaire). There were 7 early dislocations (9.1%) in Group 1 (76 THRs), two requiring revision, as compared to one in Group 2 (1.3%, 84 THRs). Three other patients from Group 1 (TKRs) required a revision procedure within the first year. There was an increased incidence of adverse features (mal-alignment and mal-positioning of components) on the post operative
Introduction: Recently, highly cross-linked polyethylene has been highlighted in THAs, which is thought to reduce wear. However, little is known about an accurate nature of cross-linked polyethylene particles and long term wear in vivo. One of the authors implanted all polyethylene cups irradiated by 100 Mrad in 1970’s. Recently, we performed two revisions with this cup. In the present study, we extracted polyethylene particles and analyzed them. Methods: Case1 was revised for a stem fracture and ace-tabular loosening at 25 years postoperatively and case2 for acetabular loosening at 27 years postoperatively. There was no osteolysis on
Despite the high success rates of Reverse Shoulder replacements, complications of instability & scapular notching are a concern. Factors reducing relative motion of implant to underlying bone which include lateral offset to centre of rotation, screw & central peg insertion angle and early osteo-integration are maximized in the Trabecular Metal Reverse total shoulder system. We present clinico-radiological outcomes over 72 months. Analysis of a single surgeon series of 140 Reverse total shoulder replacements in 135 patients was done. Mean age was 72(range 58– 87 yrs); 81 females: 54 males. Indications were Rotator cuff arthropathy {n= 88} (63%); Osteo-arthritis with dysfunctional cuff {n= 22}(15%); post-trauma{n=23} (15%); revision from hemiarthroplasty {n=3} (2.4%) and from surface replacement {n=4} (2.8%). All patients were assessed using pre-operative Constants and Oxford scores and clinical & radiographic reviews with standard X-Rays at 6 weeks, 3, 6,12 months and yearly thereafter.
Summary. There is little consensus regarding the regime for treatment of tuberculosis of spine, although WHO has laid down guidelines couple of years back classifying spinal tuberculosis in Category 1. This study proves the efficacy of WHO regime in spinal tuberculosis by clinico-radiological evaluation. Introduction. The medical fraternity is divided over the duration of chemotherapy in cases spinal tuberculosis. WHO clearly recommend spinal tuberculosis under Category I, but not accepted by most clinicians. Patient and Methods. In this prospective study during the period between August 2005 and July 2012, a total of 76 cases were diagnosed and evaluated clinico-radiologically to test the efficacy of WHO protocol (2HRZE+4HR) in our hospital with a mean follow up of 50 months (30 – 80 months). Results. Spinal tuberculosis was seen in 56% of all osteoarticular tuberculosis. Maximum population was between 11–50 years, females were involved more than males (66%), and regional distribution was different in males (Lumbar) and females (Thoracic). Skip and multifocal lesions were seen in 13% (6 cases), more common in immune compromised cases. Pain was the most common symptom (95%) followed by constitutional symptoms. Radiographic changes were nonspecific, appear late and suggestive of tuberculosis in 53%case, MRI is very useful in diagnosing in 95% cases especially when
Purpose: To investigate the value of various clinical signs to identify occult hip fracture. Methodology: MRI register was searched to identify all patients who had MRI scan between July 2000–June 2006 for suspected occult hip fracture. 64 patients were identified. 33 patients had occult proximal femoral fractures. 27 patients had no fracture. Results: 19 patients with fracture were not independently mobile compared to 6 patients without fracture. 7 patients with fracture and 2 patients without fracture were able to weight bear. 13 patients with fracture and 10 patients without fracture had unrestricted straight leg raise ability. 7 patients with fracture and 16 patients without fracture had no pain on axial loading. Fisher exact and chi square analysis was performed; with Bonferroni correction for multiple comparisons (10 tests) p<
0.005 was deemed significant. Pain on axial loading of limb and pre-fracture patient mobility were associated with fracture (p<
0.005). Both factors had positive predictive value = 0.76 and post-test probability of disease given a negative test = .30. Predictive values remained the same when both factors were considered together. Discussion: These data indicate that although patients who were independently mobile before the fall and who do not have pain on axial compression of the limb are less likely to have a fracture, these signs alone or in combination will not exclude a fracture. It is essential to perform MRI scanning of patients with severe hip pain but normal
Malignant change in existing benign enchondroma of phalanx of hand to chondrosarcoma of hand is extremely rare. Books suggest that chondrosarcoma does not arise in small bones of hands and feet although in literature few cases have been reported but not described comprehensively. We report a rare case of chondrosarcoma in distal phalanx of ring finger in a 75- year old healthy female who had cystic lesion for past 25 years with recurrent fractures. Patient came to us with severe pain and tender, hard swelling of distal phalanx of left ring finger.
Prenatal androgen exposure has important organising effects on brain development and influences future behavioural patterns. Second to fourth digit ratio (2D:4D) is a marker for prenatal androgen exposure and as such is a sexually dimorphic trait. Smaller, more masculine second digit (index finger) to fourth digit (ring finger) ratio’s are associated with higher exposure to prenatal testosterone levels or greater sensitivity to androgens, or both. People with smaller finger ratios, a longer fourth finger than second finger, have been shown to be more successful in competitive sports, exhibit increased visuo-spatial ability, more fertile and are perceived as being more masculine and dominant by female observers. Smaller ratios have also been associated with an increased propensity to engage in aggressive behaviour. We examined the relationship between Boxer’s fractures, a traditional injury of aggression and finger length ratio. We reviewed 1123 patient records and/or hand
Aim: The operative management of proximal humerus fractures is still viewed as an unsolved question. Surgical treatment aims at restoring anatomical elements to a condition stable enough, to allow early mobilization to avoid secondary displacement. The blood supply of the humeral head should not be damaged, so the risk of avascular necrosis will be minimal. This work offers a new surgical technique that dramatically reduces the need for dissection of soft tissues while using a new locked plate. Material and Method: This prospective study was carried out between August 2002 and March 2004. 47 fractures of the humerus proximal were operated on 47 patients aged 63 as an average. There were 9 four part fractures, 18 three part and 17 two part fractures. The two arms of this Y shaped plate embrace the humeral head. The anterior arm overbridges the biceps longus tendon and fixes the lesser tuberosity, with a locked screw in the head. The posterior arm fixes the greater tuberosity with an another locked screw. These two screws cross each other at nearly right angle thus giving optimal fixation in the head. Results: Fourty four patients (44 shoulders) were later re-examined with 10,3 months mean delay. Re-education was made immediate for 85% of the cases. The final evaluation was made with the functional Constant score and
We wish to report the use of a modified ‘Y-V’ medial capsular repair in association with Chevron osteotomy fixed rigidly with Barouk screw for Hallux valgus in 45 patients (52 feet) aged 16 to 70 years (mean 47 years) between July 2004 and September 2005. All patients were retrospectively reviewed by questionnaire, physical examination (American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society score) and comparison of preoperative and post operative
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Bullough (1968) first described the pattern of articular cartilage wear in the elbow. More recent post mortem studies have shown that advanced degenerative changes can develop in the radio-capitellar (lateral) compartment of elbow joints of elderly subjects in which the humeroulnar (medial) compartment remains remarkably well preserved. We have reviewed the findings in a consecutive series of 117 elbow arthroscopies performed on patients with elbow pain resistant to conservative treatments (age range 21–80 years: mean age 51 years). We documented established degenerative changes involving articular cartilage in 68 patients (59%). In this group we found that in 60 patients (88%) the degenerative changes were confined to the lateral compartment and contrasted with normal appearances of the articular cartilage of the medial compartment. The post mortem studies carried out on mainly elderly subjects demonstrated that the degree of degenerative change in the elbow is age dependant and involves predominantly the lateral compartment of the joint. Our study would support these observations, but indicates that symptomatic degenerative change occurs at a much earlier age than had previously been thought. We consider that lateral compartment degenerative change is a distinct clinical entity. It begins in relatively young patients in whom the
Introduction: Tantalum Monoblock Acetabular cup was designed to reduce backside wear and stimulate osseo-integration of cup with bone. The cup has peripheral fit to improve the initial stability and further stability and longevity depends on the osseointegration of cup with acetabulum. The revision cup was intended to give added stability with screws in case of defective rim or large acetabulum. The aim of this study is to assess the radiological outcome following tantalum monoblock revision cup in total hip replacement. Methods: Between 1999 and 2000, 32 Tantalum mono-block revision acetabular cups was used in 31 patients. Standard hip radiographs were performed during post op, at three months, six months and then annually.
Background: Because of his tribologic properties Alumina on alumina bearing for THA is an attractive alternative to the the other traditional bearings surfaces and is used since about forty years, especially for young peoples. In order to resolve the problem caused by the rigidity of ceramic, the ceramic sandwich liner was introduced but some cases of ceramic fracture were reported. The purpose of this study was to quantify and analyse these specific failure. Methods: Between November 1999 and February 2008, a total of 353 CÉRASUL. ®. (Zimmer, Winterthour, Suisse) liner acetabular component with a 28 mm alumina head were implanted in 298 patients. The results were reviewed at a mean of 3,5 years postoperatively with 6 patients loss to follow-up. Clinical follow-up with the PMA score and plain radiographic evaluation were performed. Based on Xray analysis, ceramic sandwich liner fractures were counted and analyzed. Results: The mean PMA was 17,5 (10 to 18) at the final review. Kaplan-Meier survival curves were constructed for the outcomes of revision for any reasons and for ceramic liner fracture. Seven fractures (2%) of ceramic sandwich liner were found and occured at a mean of 4,3 years after surgery without trauma. Fractures (20%) were the third diagnosis leading to the liner revision after dislocation (43%) and sepsis (26%). Neither patient related factors nor
In this work we mean explain our clinical experience about the use of a T.R.K. mobile meniscal bearing implanted during the 2000 and 2001 in our institute. The prostheses design allows the motion of the polietilenic component 5mm in the anteroposterior directions and 12.5 degrees in the internal and external rotation. In association with the shaping of the femural contact surfaces this design allows a huge upgrade of contact surfaces compared with other protheses already in use. We have evaluated 17 patients on short term follow up, patients operated in our division, four males and 13 females. The average ages are 68 ± 8. The indication was in all cases gonartrosis. The evaluation protocol includes:. § Pre and post operative
Introduction: Ankle fractures in the elderly is on the increase both in prevalence and severity. The major goal of treating displaced fractures in the elderly is rapid resumption of mobility. Review of literature showed better outcome was achieved by Open Reduction and Internal Fixation. Aim: to study the complication and reoperation rates following ankle fractures in the elderly population. Method: We studied the outcome following displaced ankle fractures in patients above the age of 55 admitted to Good hope hospital over the last þve years. The study was conducted on retrospective basis with a review of notes and
Introduction: We report a series of 10 cases from a cohort of 421 Dynesys procedures in which evidence of Accelerated Adjacent Disc Disease (AASDD). Spinal fusion for degenerative disc disease is known to have inconsistent outcomes. One concern is the possibility of AASDD as a result of the altered kinematics. The Dynamic Neutralisation System (Dynesys) appears to offer an advantage in that it restricts, rather than abolishes movement at the treated segment, and should thereby reduce the problem of AASDD, In the event of failure, it can in addition be removed, returning the spine to the former status quo. Various biomechanical studies confirmed flexibility of Dynesys. Method: Ten patients developed new and symptomatic disc disease within segments adjacent to Dynesys. The average age of patients was 49 year with range between 36–70 years. Average post Dynesys to secondary surgery for ASD was 24.7 months. Previous discography and MRI in all cases had shown no evidence of disc disease within these adjacent segements prior to Dynesys. All patients were evaluated preoperatively using Oswestry Disability Index, SF 36 and Visual Analogue Scores together with plain
Aim: To determine the accuracy of the posterior-to-anterior (PA) 15 degrees caudad view of the clavicle to assess amount of shortening of clavicular fractures. Method: The first stage of the study involved taking x-rays of an adult skeleton, centred on the clavicle. The projections included the standard anterior-to-posterior (AP) 15 degrees cephalad view, and the PA 15 degrees caudad view. Additional images were taken in the 15 degrees caudad view with a series of oblique rotational views, and oblique images in the vertical plane. Metal markers were placed on the clavicle at 10mm intervals. The clavicular length and the interval between markers were measured on the
The aim of this study was to assess the results of bone ingrowth into the glenoid component of one design of Total Shoulder Arthroplasty (TSA) in which hydroxyapatite (HA) coating of the glenoid baseplate was introduced since 1997. Glenoid loosening is one of the most important complications of both cemented and uncemented TSA. Between May 1993 and April 1997 over 140 uncemented, porous coated, metal backed glenoid component were used in our Unit. By 1997 it had become clear that a significant number of these glenoid components had developed mechanical loosening and some required revision. We therefore started using an HA coated glenoid component for our TSAs from April 1997. One hundred and seventy-four shoulder arthroplasty procedures were performed between April 1997 and October 1999 of which 37 were TSAs using the HA coated uncemented glenoid. The indications included osteoarthritis (22), rheumatoid arthritis (nine), revision TSA (three), avascular necrosis (two) and cuff arthropathy with cuff reconstruction (one). The minimum follow-up was 18 months. The
Introduction: It is common practice to screen the hips of infant with a family history of DDH clinically and ultra-sonographically in selective screening programmes. The practice of regular radiographic follow-up of infants with a positive family history of Developmental Hip Dysplasia (DDH) is based on the widespread belief that Primary Acetabular Dysplasia is a genetic disorder that can occur in the absence of frank hip subluxation or dislocation. 1. It has been our practice to obtain a 6 – 12 month screening radiograph in such patients but this practice is not conclusively supported in the literature. Materials and Methods: We reviewed all such infants who had a normal clinical and ultrasound examination of the hips at the 6–8 week screening examination but who, because of the family history underwent further radiographic screening after a 6–12 month interval. The radiographs of all such infants (n=77) were analysed for any signs of late hip dysplasia. Results and Discussion: Sixty six infant had normal
Introduction The biomechanical properties of biologic cages made of femoral ring allograft in providing immediate stability for lumbar fusion as compared to bovine xenograft, titanium and polyethylether ketone (PEEK) cages are unknown. Biomechanical comparisons were done of lumbar constructs to determine their adequacy in providing immediate stability for fusion mass and demonstrate the need for supplemental posterior fixation. Methods Fusion constructs were evaluated in 40 Merino sheep as lumbar spine models. Discectomy was performed on multisegmental specimens. Femoral ring allograft, bovine xenograft, titanium cage (Syncage) and Polyethylether ketone / PEEK cage (Plivios) were inserted. Dual
Hypothesis. The use of cartilage compensated virtual standing CT images for pre surgical planning improves the reliability of preoperative planning. Materials and Method. Sampling included in this study were > 62 years of age (mean age 58.17 yrs ±3.54 yrs, range 55–62) with symptomatic isolated medial osteoarthritis, genu varum (mean varus 5.6°±2.6 °, range 2.1°–8.6°), good range of motion (flexion > 90° and flexion contracture < 10°) and with minimal ligamentous instability. All subjects had obtained a pre-op CT scan, MRI scan and weight-bearing long bone
Background: Selective ultrasound screening of neonatal hips with risk factors has been undertaken in Lanarkshire from 2001. Referral reasons included family history, breech, clicky hip and instability. Patients are examined by an orthopaedic surgeon with a special interest and scanned by static Graf technique. Our experience with selective screening and its effect on late DDH is presented. Methods: All ultrasound screening data was collected prospectively and entered into a database. Late presenters were identified at the tertiary centre by case note and
Objective: The purpose of this communication was to evaluate the long-term outcome of patients with type II odontoid fractures treated with anterior screw fixation. Material and Methods: In our prospective clinical study 34 patients, 21 males and 13 females (with mean age 35.4 + 0.8 years) with type II odontoid fractures of traumatic etiology, underwent anterior cannulated screw fixation, during a period of 36 months. All patients had radiologicaly confirmed intact transverse ligament and a reducible odontoid fracture. All patients were immobilized in a Miami J cervical collar for 4 weeks postoperatively. Radiological examination of the cervical spine with plain
Recently, highly cross-linked polyethylene has been highlighted in THAs which is thought to reduce wear. However, little is known about an accurate nature of cross-linked polyethylene particles and long term wear in vivo. One of the authors implanted all polyethylene cups irradiated by 100 Mrad in 1970s. Recently, we performed two revisions with this cup. In the present study, we extracted polyethylene particles and made direct wear measurements on retrieved cups. Case one was revised for a stem fracture and acetabular loosening at 25 years postoperatively and case two for acetabular loosening at 27 years postoperatively. There was no osteolysis on
Introduction: Loss of the meniscus frequently leads to progressive arthritic changes in the involved compartment. Replacement of the lost meniscus with a resorbable collagen scaffold has been proved to allow regeneration of meniscal tissue. MATERIAL AND Methods: Between June 2001 and September 2004, 42 patients, 38 male and 4 female, underwent arthroscopic placement of a collagen meniscus implant (CMI) to reconstruct the damaged medial meniscus. Their age ranged between 22 and 50 years. All patients had an associated ACL insufficiency, 39 secondary to acute ACL tear and 3 ACL graft failures. ACL reconstruction with hamstrings grafts (39) and ACL revision with allograft (3) was performed at the time of CMI implantation. The interval between ACL injury and surgery ranged between 3 weeks and 6 months. Ten patients also had a lateral meniscus tear. All patients were followed with clinical, weight-bearing radiographs, KT-1000 and magnetic resonance examinations for at least 18 months (range, 18– 84 months). The IKDC form was used to record and evaluate the Results:. Results: The length of the implanted CMI ranged between 3 and 5.5 cm and required 4 to 8 stiches. The IKDC subjective evaluation was normal in 18 patients, nearly normal in 18, abnormal in 5 and severely abnormal in 1. Range of motion was normal in 28 patients and nearly normal in 14. KT 1000 examination was normal in 32 patients, nearly normal in 7, abnormal in 1 and severely abnormal in 2. The
Background: The Calcaneus is the largest of the tarsal bones. 2% of all adult and 60 % of all tarsal fractures involve the Calcaneus. A true consensus regarding the management of these fractures still eludes orthopaedic surgeons. While operative treatment for displaced fractures has gained more acceptance in the last decade, surgical morbidity still remains high. Aim: A retrospective review of the early complications and radiological outcomes following open reduction and internal fixation of displaced calcaneal fractures in our unit over the last 15 months. Methods: A consecutive series of 33 patients who underwent surgical fixation of the Calcaneus was selected. Patient records,
Introduction: The possibility of occult hip fracture in older patients after a fall is a common problem. The value of various clinical signs to determine which patients require further investigation has not been reported. Methodology: MRI register was hand searched to identify all patients who had MRI scan between July 2000–June 2006 for suspected occult hip fracture. 64 patients were identified. 33 patients had occult proximal femoral fractures. 27 patients had no fracture. Results: More patients with fracture were living in their own home (20/26), were independent for daily living (20/26) and were not independently mobile(19/26) compared to patients without a fracture (14/22, 11/22 and 6/22 respectively). 7 patients with fracture and 2 patients without fracture were able to weight bear. 13 patients with fracture and 10 patients without fracture had unrestricted straight leg raise ability. 7 patients with fracture and 16 patients without fracture had no pain on axial loading. The value of individual tests was evaluated using Fisher exact and chi square analysis; with Bonferroni correction for multiple comparisons (10 tests) p<
0.005 was deemed significant. Pain on axial loading of the limb and pre-fracture patient mobility were both associated with the presence of a fracture (p<
0.005). Discussion: These data indicate that although patients who were independently mobile before the fall and who do not have pain on axial compression of the limb are less likely to have a fracture, these signs alone or in combination will not exclude a fracture. Other widely used signs (eg ability to straight leg raise) appear of little predictive value. On the basis of our data, we believe it is essential to have a policy of MRI scanning of patients with severe hip pain but normal
Abstract: resurfacing hip arthroplasty has shown promising early results in the treatment of hip arthrosis in younger patients as published from specialist centres in the United Kingdom. We are reporting early results and complications of Birmingham hip resurfacing arthroplasty (BHR) from a district general hospital. This is a retrospective study of 216 hips in 186 patients during January 1999 to December 2004. The study included review of notes and
Older fracture patients frequently ask whether their osteoporosis will affect fracture healing. There is only limited previous data about this. We investigated recovery after distal radial fracture, and compared it with BMD of the other distal radius and the lumbar spine (measured using quantitative CT). All 28 patients had sustained a dorsally displaced distal radial fracture which was deemed to require treatment by intrafocal wire fixation. All patients had acceptable correction of dorsal and radial angle at final
Introduction: Frozen shoulder is a general term denoting all causes of motion loss in the shoulder. As the syndrome is very common, many patients do not undergo detailed imaging studies before treatment. Objectives: A series of 15 patients with primary neoplasms of the shoulder girdle mimicking frozen shoulder syndrome is presented. Results: There were 6 male and 9 female patients. The common presentation was pain and stiffness of the shoulder joint. Mean age at diagnosis was 46.63Yrs (range 23 “ 71 Yrs). 73% were less than 50 Yrs of age. Only 2 gave history of trauma. Most received local steroids and physiotherapy before diagnosis. There were 10(66.6%) proximal humeral lesions and 5(33.3%) scapular lesions. Humeral lesions included chondrosarcoma (2), Ewing’s (2), lymphoma (2), chondroma (2) and osteoblastoma (1). Scapular lesions included chondrosarcoma (3), lymphoma (1) and fibromatosis (1). Scapular tumors involved older individuals. The mean delay in diagnosis after onset of symptoms was 15.8 mts (range 2 weeks- 48 months). All patients had
Purpose. In 2010, the new clinical guideline of Osteoporosis Canada for the diagnosis of osteoporosis, clearly indicates that patients with high-risk of fracture are those that have already sustained a fracture (osteoporotic fracture). Until now, only 12% of the 3,400 fractures that we treat each year receive a treatment for osteoporosis. We are validating an evaluation protocol and a multidisciplinary systematic follow-up approach for osteoporosis. Patients are managed by a clinical nurse specialist. We are recruiting 543 patients with an osteoporotic fracture at Hal du Sacré-Coeur de Montréal. We aim to evaluate: 1) the incidence of a second osteoporotic fracture, 2) the initiation of a treatment and determine the compliance and adherence to treatment and 3) the evaluation of CTX-1 and Osteocalcin at Baseline, 6, 12,18 et 24 months (treatment efficacy) and 4) the functional outcome and quality of life post-fracture. Method. We've enrolled 153 subjects (men and women) over 40 years of age who were treated for an osteoporotic fracture at the orthopaedic clinic of Hal du Sacré-Coeur de Montréal. After starting a treatment protocol for osteoporosis, the subjects will be followed for a 24 months period at different time intervals. During these visits, they fill up functional outcome questionnaires, undergo physical exam, blood test,
Resurfacing total hip replacement using metal on metal bearings is increasing in popularity, but the outcomes are currently unclear. We report a series of 23 hips in 20 patients who underwent resurfacing total hip replacement over a period of 4 years. The mean age at surgery was 47 years (21–61). There were 8 females and 12 male patients. The mean follow up was 27 months (range 6 to 50 months). Before performing this study, our impression was that most outcomes were good but that there appeared to be more variability in pain relief than anticipated after conventional total hip replacement. Most were performed for primary osteoarthritis; other diagnoses included AVN, DDH and multiple epiphyseal dysplasia. Outcomes were measured examining
This prospective study evaluates the outcome of a new metal -on-metal total hip replacement in a younger group of patients. Fifty-five primary all-metal total hip replacements (THR) were evaluated prospectively at a follow-up of 2.8–5.5 years. Patients were selected according to age and activity levels. The mean age was 58 years (41–69). 33 males and 22 females were included in the study. Surgery was carried out for osteoarthritis in 52 patients and for non-union fractured femoral neck, ankylosing spondilitis and post slipped upper femoral epiphysis in the three remaining patients. A single surgeon (the senior author) through the posterior approach carried out the surgery. All patients received the porous coated titanium shell with a Morse taper cobalt chrome liner and double wedge tapered polished cobalt chrome stem and modular head. Blood metal ion analysis was performed on a cohort of 24 patients using High Resolution Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry, sampling taken preoperatively and then repeated post operatively at 6 months, 1 year and then annually. Clinical results have been excellent.
In currently used expansive laminoplasty (ELAP) for cervical spondylotic myelopathy (CSM), persistent axial pain, restriction of neck motion and loss of cervical l ordosis have been the significance postoperative problems. To prevent them, the author has developed skip laminectomy in which ordinary laminectomy at appropriate levels is combined with partial laminectomy of the cephalad half of laminae with preservation of the muscular attachments at adjacent levels. Since December 98, the author performed this procedure on 55 patients with CSM who required multilevel posterior decompressions. Twenty-one of these cases with follow-up period longer than 8 months, with an average of 12 months, were observed. In skip laminectomy, a consecutive four-level decompression between C3/4 and C6/7 as an example is accomplished by removing alternate laminae (C4 and C6), the cephalad half of the C5 and C7 lamina and the ligamentum flava at those four levels. The laminae to be removed were selected after analysis of the pre- and postoperative radiological findings. Intraoperative blood loss averaged 34 grams. The operation time averaged 128 minutes. The patients were allowed to sit up or walk on the first postoperative day without neck support of any kind. An average recovery rate according to the Japanese Orthopaedic Association score was 63%. None of these patients complained of residual axial pain. The postoperative ranges of neck motion on lateral
Introduction: Location on iliac bone account for 20% to 30% of sarcomas. Gold standard of local treatment is wide resection but till now few papers tried to evaluate the long term results of reconstructive procedures when chemotherapy and/or radiotherapy are used. Patients: 44 patients (25 males and 19 females aged 9 to 66 years) with bone sarcoma of innominate bone in Zone 1, 2 or 4 (without involvement of acetabulum) were treated and/or followed up by the same team in 23 years. Histology was: chondrosarcoma (28), Ewing (13), osteosarcoma (2), MH (1). Preoperative screening of patients included standard