Pelvic bone defect in patients with severe congenital dysplasia of the hip (CDH) lead to abnormalities in lumbar spine and lower limb alignment that can determine total hip arthroplasty (THA) patients' outcome. These variables may be different in uni- or bilateral CDH. We compared the clinical outcome and the spinopelvic and lower limb radiological changes over time in patients undergoing THA due to uni- or bilateral CHD at a minimum follow-up of five years. Sixty-four patients (77 hips) undergoing THA due to severe CDH between 2006 and 2015 were analyzed: Group 1 consisted of 51 patients with unilateral CDH, and group 2, 113 patients (26 hips) with bilateral CDH. There were 32 females in group 1 and 18 in group 2 (p=0.6). The mean age was 41.6 years in group 1 and 53.6 in group 2 (p<0.001). We compared the hip, spine and knee clinical outcomes. The radiological analysis included the postoperative hip reconstruction, and the evolution of the coronal and sagittal spinopelvic parameters assessing the pelvic obliquity (PO) and the sacro-femoro-pubic (SFP) angles, and the knee mechanical axis evaluating the tibio-femoral angle (TFA). At latest follow-up, the mean Harris Hip Score was 88.6 in group 1 and 90.7 in group 2 (p=0.025). Postoperative leg length discrepancy of more than 5 mm was more frequent in group 1 (p=0.028). Postoperative lumbar back pain was reported in 23.4% of the cases and knee pain in 20.8%, however, there were no differences between groups. One supracondylar femoral osteotomy and one total knee arthroplasty were required. The radiological reconstruction of the hip was similar in both groups. The PO angle improved more in group 1 (p=0.01) from the preoperative to 6-weeks postoperative and was constant at 5 years. The SFP angle improved in both groups but there were no differences between groups (p=0.5). 30 patients in group 1 showed a TFA less than 10º and 17 in group 2 (p=0.7). Although the clinical outcome was better in terms of hip function in patients with bilateral CDH than those with unilateral CDH, the improvement in low back and knee pain was similar. Patients with unilateral dysplasia showed a better correction of the PO after THA. All spinopelvic and knee alignment parameters were corrected and maintained over time in most cases five years after THA

Objectives. We have previously investigated an association between the genome copy number variation (CNV) and acetabular dysplasia (AD). Hip osteoarthritis is associated with a genetic polymorphism in the aspartic acid repeat in the N-terminal region of the asporin (ASPN) gene; therefore, the present study aimed to investigate whether the CNV of ASPN is involved in the pathogenesis of AD. Methods. Acetabular coverage of all subjects was evaluated using radiological findings (Sharp angle, centre-edge (CE) angle, acetabular roof obliquity (ARO) angle, and minimum joint space width). Genomic DNA was extracted from peripheral blood leukocytes. Agilent’s region-targeted high-density oligonucleotide tiling microarray was used to analyse 64 female AD patients and 32 female control subjects. All statistical analyses were performed using EZR software (Fisher’s exact probability test, Pearson’s correlation test, and Student’s t-test). Results. CNV analysis of the ASPN gene revealed a copy number loss in significantly more AD patients (9/64) than control subjects (0/32; p = 0.0212). This loss occurred within a 60 kb region on 9q22.31, which harbours the gene for ASPN. The mean radiological parameters of these AD patients were significantly worse than those of the other subjects (Sharp angle, p = 0.0056; CE angle, p = 0.0076; ARO angle, p = 0.0065), and all nine patients required operative therapy such as total hip arthroplasty or pelvic osteotomy. Moreover, six of these nine patients had a history of operative or conservative therapy for developmental dysplasia of the hip. Conclusions. Copy number loss within the region harbouring the ASPN gene on 9q22.31 is associated with severe AD. A copy number loss in the ASPN gene region may play a role in the aetiology of severe AD. Cite this article: T. Sekimoto, M. Ishii, M. Emi, S. Kurogi, T. Funamoto, Y. Yonezawa, T. Tajima, T. Sakamoto, H. Hamada, E. Chosa. Copy number loss in the region of the ASPN gene in patients with acetabular dysplasia: ASPN CNV in acetabular dysplasia. Bone Joint Res 2017;6:439–445. DOI: 10.1302/2046-3758.67.BJR-2016-0094.R1

A risk factor for patellofemoral instability is trochlear dysplasia. Trochleoplasty is a surgical procedure used to reshape the trochlear groove to improve patellar stability. This study seeks to compare pre-op MRI measurements and post operative MRI measurements for patients who have undergone trochleoplasty in correlation with their clinical outcomes scores. Data was collected from a database of patients known to have trochlear dysplasia who underwent trochleoplasty. Radiological Data was collected pre-op and subsequent post op MRI data collected included TT-TG, Patella Tilt, IS, sulcus angle. Data score sheets pre-op and post op trochleoplasty completed by patients were also collected. 10 patients had pre and post op MRI's documented. 80%(8/10) females and 20%(2/10) males, average age of 30 years old (range 23 – 32 years old). Average MRI pre-op scores: IS ratio: 1.2, Patella tilt: 24.14, sulcus angle 160.13, and TT-TG distance of 16.94. 1 year average MRI post-op scores: IS ratio: 1.28, Patella tilt 15.56, sulcus angle 148.66 and TT-TG distance 16.78. 1 year post op Kujala and Norwich instability scores patient reported improved stability, function and confidence post op compared to pre-op. Subjective and objective scores reflected an improvement of stability. MRI demonstrated a deeper trochlear groove post-operatively which should provide resistance against lateral patella movement and patellar dislocations. TT-TG pre and post op remained constant. Pre op and post op Kujala scores reflected improved function. The Norwich instability scores pre and post op reflected satisfaction of treatment. There are not a lot of studies published on trochleoplasty. Based on this study it is clear that patients with patellofemoral instability with severe trochlear dysplasia will benefit from trochleoplasty. The sample size of the data analysis was only 10. However it reflected that function 1 year post procedure remained stable

Objectives. To determine the pattern of mutations of the WISP3 gene in clinically identified progressive pseudorheumatoid dysplasia (PPD) in an Indian population. Patients and Methods. A total of 15 patients with clinical features of PPD were enrolled in this study. Genomic DNA was isolated and polymerase chain reaction performed to amplify the WISP3 gene. Screening for mutations was done by conformation-sensitive gel electrophoresis, beginning with the fifth exon and subsequently proceeding to the remaining exons. Sanger sequencing was performed for both forward and reverse strands to confirm the mutations. Results. In all, two of the 15 patients had compound heterozygous mutations: one a nonsense mutation c.156C>A (p.C52*) in exon 2, and the other a missense mutation c.677G>T (p.G226V) in exon 4. All others were homozygous, with three bearing a nonsense mutation c.156C>A (p.C52*) in exon 2, three a missense mutation c.233G>A (p.C78Y) in exon 2, five a missense mutation c.1010G>A (p.C337Y) in exon 5, one a nonsense mutation c.348C>A (p.Y116*) in exon 3, and one with a novel deletion mutation c.593_597delATAGA (p.Y198*) in exon 4. Conclusion. We identified a novel mutation c.593_597delATAGA (p.Y198*) in the fourth exon of the WISP3 gene. We also confirmed c.1010G>A as one of the common mutations in an Indian population with progressive pseudorheumatoid dysplasia. Cite this article: V. Madhuri, M. Santhanam, K. Rajagopal, L. K. Sugumar, V. Balaji. WISP3 mutational analysis in Indian patients diagnosed with progressive pseudorheumatoid dysplasia and report of a novel mutation at p.Y198* Bone Joint Res 2016;5:301–306. DOI: 10.1302/2046-3758.57.2000520

Dysplasia Epiphysealis Hemimelica (DEH) also known as Trevor's Disease is a rare developmental disorder resulting in cartilaginous overgrowth of the epiphysis of long bones. DEH is usually diagnosed in children between two and eight years old and it is three times more often diagnosed in boys. The most reported complaints are pain, limitation in range of motion, and deformity or swelling of the affected joint. Treatment of symptomatic lesions consists of surgical resection of the lesion, resulting in good long-term results. Based on histological evaluation, DEH is often described as an osteochondroma or an osteochondroma-like lesion, although there are clinical, radiological and genetic differences between DEH and osteochondromas. To investigate the hypothesis that DEH and osteochondromas are histologically identical, two cases of DEH and two cases of osteochondromas in patients with Hereditary Multiple Osteochondroma (HMO) are compared at histological level. Tissue samples from patients with a histopathologically confirmed diagnosis of DEH were compared with two age and gender matched patients diagnosed with HMO. After tissue sampling and processing, (immuno)histological stainings were performed for Collagen type II, Collagen type X, Sox-9 and Safranin-O. Histologically, clumping of chondrocytes in a fibrillar matrix, a thick disorganized cartilage cap and ossification centres with small amounts of unresorbed cartilage were observed in DEH. In contrast, chondrocyte organisation in cartilage of osteochondromas displays characteristics of the normal growth plate. In addition, differences in expression of collagen type II, collagen type X and Sox9 were observed. Collagen type II was expressed in the extracellular matrix surrounding proliferative and hypertrophic chondrocytes in osteochondromas, while weak expression was observed in the entire cartilage cap in DEH. Collagen type X was not expressed in DEH, while expressed in the pericellular matrix surrounding hypertrophic chondrocytes in osteochondromas. Staining for Sox9 was positive in the hypertrophic chondrocytes in osteochondromas, while expressed in the nuclei of all chondrocyte clusters in DEH. Both morphological and immunohistological differences were observed in histological sections of DEH and osteochondromas. These findings reject our hypothesis, and supports the earlier observed clinical, radiological and genetic differences and implies a different aetiology between DEH and osteochondroma formation in HMO

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Acetabular morphology and orientation differs from ethnic group to another. Thus, investigating the natural history of the parameters that are used to assess both was a matter of essence. Nevertheless, clarification the picture of normal value in our society was the main aim of this study. However, Acetabular head index (AHI) and center edge angle (CEA) were the most sensitive indicative parameters for acetabular dysplasia. Hence, they were the main variables used in evaluation of acetabular development. A cross-sectional retrospective study that had been done in a tertiary center. Computed tomography abdomen scouts’ radiographs of non-orthopedics patients were included. They had no history of pelvic or hips’ related symptoms or fractures in femur or pelvis. Images’ reports were reviewed to exclude those with tumors in the femur or pelvic bones. A total of 81 patients was included with 51% of them were males. The mean of age was 10.38± 3.96. CEA was measured using Wiberg technique, means of CEA were 33.71±6.53 and 36.50±7.39 for males and females, respectively. Nonetheless, AHI means were 83.81±6.10 and 84.66±4.17 for males and females, respectively. On the other hand, CEA was increasing by a factor 0.26 for each year (3-18, range). In addition, positive significant correlation was detected between CEA and age as found by linear regression r 2 0.460 (f(df1,79) =21.232, P ≤0.0001). Also, Body mass index (BMI) was positively correlated with CEA r 0.410, P 0.004). This study shows that obesity and aging are linked to increased CEA. Each ethnic group has its own normal values that must be studied to avoid premature diagnosis

Trochlear dysplasia is a specific morphotype of the knee, characterized by but not limited to a specific anatomy of the trochlea. The notch, posterior femur and tibial plateau also seem to be involved. In our study we conducted a semi-automated landmark-based 3D analysis on the distal femur, tibial plateau and patella. The knee morphology of a study population (n=20), diagnosed with trochlear dysplasia and a history of recurrent patellar dislocation was compared to a gender- and age-matched control group (n=20). The arthro-CT scan-based 3D-models were isotropically scaled and landmark-based reference planes were created for quantification of the morphometry. Statistical analysis was performed to detect shape differences between the femur, tibia and patella as individual bone models (Mann-Whitney U test) and to detect differences in size agreement between femur and tibia (Pearson's correlation test). The size of the femur did not differ significantly between the two groups, but the maximum size difference (scaling factor) over all cases was 35%. Significant differences were observed in the trochlear dysplasia (TD) versus control group for all conventional parameters. Morphometrical measurements showed also significant differences in the three directions (anteroposterior (AP), mediolateral (ML), proximodistal (PD)) for the distal femur, tibia and patella. Correlation tests between the width of the distal femur and the tibial plateau revealed that TD knees show less agreement between femur and tibia than the control knees; this was observed for the overall width (TD: r=0.172; p=0.494 - control group: r=0.636; p=0.003) and the medial compartment (TD: r=0.164; p=0.516 - control group: r=0.679; p=0.001), but not for the lateral compartment (TD: r=0.512; p=0.029 - control: r=0.683; p=0.001). In both groups the intercondylar eminence width was strongly correlated with the notch width (TD: r=0.791; p=0.001 - control: r=0.643; p=0.002). The morphology of the trochleodysplastic knee differs significantly from the normal knee by means of an increased ratio of AP/ML width for both femur and tibia, a smaller femoral notch and a lack of correspondence in mediolateral width between the femur and tibia. More specifically, the medial femoral condyle shows no correlation with the medial tibial plateau

Abstract. Background. 1. 63,284 patients presented with neck of femur fractures in England in 2020 (NHFD report 2021)2. To maximise theatre efficiency during the first wave of COVID-19, NHSE guidance recommended the use of HA for most patients requiring arthroplasty.3. The literature reports an incidence of Hemiarthroplasty dislocations of 1–15%. Aims. 1. To study the number and possible causes of dislocations in patients with Primary hemiarthroplasty for fracture neck of femur2. To compare our data with national and international data in terms of dislocation and revision rates for Hemiarthroplasty. Methods. Retrospective study Duration- 1st April 2021–31st March 20223. Inclusion criteria- Patients with neck of femur fracture treated with Hemiarthroplasty. Exclusion criteria- Patients treated with other surgical options for neck of femur fractures. Results. 1. No. of neck of femur patients- 4442. No. of patients treated with Hemiarthroplasty- 2143. No. of dislocations- 44. 75% were female, 75% had AMTS>7, 50% were operated within 36 hours of trauma, 75% dislocated within a month of surgery, 75% of the dislocations were revised. 5. One dislocation was due to >72 hour delay to surgery, second dislocation was due to smaller offset and shortening, third was due to acetabular dysplasia, fourth was due to larger head used. Discussion-1. Our 1.86% dislocation rate matches that in the literature of 1–6%2. 75% dislocated within a month of surgery matches that in the literature that maximum dislocations occur within one month. 3. Closed reduction as definitive method of management of dislocation 25% matches that in the literature of 22–25%4. 75% dislocations revised similar to literature of 75–80% revision rate. Conclusion. Pre-operative templating can reduce surgical error involving limb length discrepancy and shortening to prevent dislocations. Declaration of Interest. (b) declare that there is no conflict of interest that could be perceived as prejudicing the impartiality of the research reported:I declare that there is no conflict of interest that could be perceived as prejudicing the impartiality of the research project

Introduction and Objective. Virtual Surgical Planning (VSP) is becoming an increasingly important means of improving skills acquisition, optimizing clinical outcomes, and promoting patient safety in orthopedics and traumatology. Pediatric Orthopedics (PO) often deals with the surgical treatment of congenital or acquired limbs and spine deformities during infancy. The objective is to restore function, improve aesthetics, and ensure proper residual growth of limbs and spine, using osteotomies, bone grafts, age-specific or custom-made hardware and implants. Materials and Methods. Three-dimensional (3D) digital models were generated from Computed Tomography (CT) scans, using free open-source software, and the surgery was planned and simulated starting from the 3D digital model. 3D printed sterilizable models were fabricated using a low-cost 3D printer, and animations of the operation were generated with the aim to accurately explain the operation to parents. All procedures were successfully planned using our VSP method and the 3D printed models were used during the operation, improving the understanding of the severely abnormal bony anatomy. Results. The surgery was precisely reproduced according to VSP and the deformities were successfully corrected in eight cases (3 genu varum in Blount disease, 2 coxa vara in pseudo achondroplasia, 1 SCFE, 1 missed Monteggia lesion and 1 post-traumatic forearm malunion deformity). In one case, a focal fibrocartilaginous dysplasia, the intraoperative intentional undersizing of the bone osteotomy produced an incomplete correction of a congenital forearm deformity. Conclusions. Our study describes the application of a safe, effective, user-friendly, VSP process in PO surgery. We are convinced that our study will stimulate the widespread adoption of this technological innovation in routine clinical practice for the treatment of rare congenital and post-traumatic limb deformities during childhood

The study aimed to compare trochlear profiles in recent total knee arthroplasty (TKA) models and to determine whether they feature improvements compared to their predecessors. The hypothesis was that recent TKA models have more anatomic trochlear compartments and would display no signs of trochlear dysplasia. The authors analyzed the geometry of the 6 following TKA models using engineering software: PFC and Attune (DePuy), NexGen and Persona (Zimmer), Noetos and KneeTec (Tornier). The mediolateral trochlear profiles were plotted at various flexion angles (0°, 15°, 30° and 45°) to deduce the sulcus angle. Analysis of sulcus angles reveals general convergence of recent designs towards anatomic values. At 0° of flexion, sulcus angles of recent implant models were between 156.0–157.4°, while those of previous generation models between 154.5–165.5°. At 30° of flexion, sulcus angles of recent models also lie within 145.7–148.6°, but those of previous models are between 149.5–152.0°. All three manufacturers deepened their trochlear profile at 30° of flexion in recent models compared to earlier designs. Sulcus angles converge towards anatomic values but still exceed radiologic signs of dysplasia by 2–5°. Recent TKA designs have more anatomic trochlear geometries than earlier TKA models by the same manufacturers, but trochlear compartments still exceed radiologic signs of trochlear dysplasia by 2° to 5°. The hypothesis that recent TKA models display no signs of trochlear dysplasia is therefore refuted. Surgeons should be aware of design limitations to optimize choice of implant and extensor mechanisms alignment. Level of evidence: IV geometric implant analysis

Trochlear dysplasia is an important anatomical abnormality in symptomatic patellar instability. Our study assessed the mismatch between the bony and cartilaginous morphology in patients with a dysplastic trochlea compared with a control group. MRI scans of 25 knees in 23 patients with trochlear dysplasia and in 11 patients in a randomly selected control group were reviewed retrospectively in order to assess the morphology of the cartilaginous and bony trochlea. Inter- and intra-observer error was assessed. In the dysplastic group there were 15 women and eight men with a mean age of 20.4 years (14 to 30). The mean bony sulcus angle was 167.9° (141° to 203°), whereas the mean cartilaginous sulcus angle was 186.5° (152° to 214°; p < 0.001). In 74 of 75 axial images (98.7%) the cartilaginous contour was different from the osseous contour on subjective assessment, the cartilage exacerbated the abnormality. Our study shows that the morphology of the cartilaginous trochlea differs markedly from that of the underlying bony trochlea in patients with trochlear dysplasia. MRI is necessary in order to demonstrate the pathology and to facilitate surgical planning

In this study, we evaluated the labrum tear using radial sequence 3D Multiple Echo Recombined Gradient Echo (MERGE) MRI without arthrography based on modified Czerny's classification, comparing with actual arthroscopic findings. A total of 61 hips including 27 hips of femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), 19 hips of borderline development dysplasia of the hip (BDDH) and 15 hips of early stage osteoarthritis (OA) were enrolled this retrospective study. MRI findings evaluated in each three regions of interest; anterior region, anterolateral region, and lateral region. The cases with severe degeneration that is not concordant with any original Czerny's classification is defined as stage4. We compared MRI findings with arthroscopic findings and calculated the sensitivity, specificity, and likelihood ratio in terms of the existence of labrum tear. MRI findings revealed labrum tear more frequently in anterolateral than lateral (p<0.001). Especially in FAI group, labrum tear was more frequently observed by MRI in anterolateral than lateral (p=0.006). In comparison with MRI findings and arthroscopic findings, the sensitivity was 97%, specificity was 79% and likelihood ratio was 4.59 as average of all regions in terms of the existence of labrum tear. In each region, sensitivity and specificity was 97% and 50% in anterior, 97% and 100% specificity in anterolateral, 94% and 81% in lateral, respectively. Thus, MERGE MRI revealed excellent sensitivity and specificity for diagnosis of labrum tear, especially in anterolateral region. The cases with severely degenerated labrum were classified as newly defined stage 4, which was recognized frequently in OA cases

Neck modularity has been proposed to improve THA accuracy, thanks to the close restoration of anatomy, however it has been associated with issues like early breakages or corrosion. Our Hospital has been using neck modularity since the 90s, so we analyzed retrospectively implants performed between January 2000 and December 2014. The minimum follow up was 1Y. The cohort was composed of 1,033 THAs or 951 patients (82 bilateral), of which 643 females and 390 males. Average patient age was 67.7Y. THA indications were primary Osteoarthritis (80.9%), Fracture (9.0%), Congenital Dysplasia or Congenital Luxation (4.2%), Osteonecrosis (3.2%), other causes (2,7%). The stems used were all cementless, 381 anatomically shaped (36.9%), 635 straight (61.5%), 17 short MIS (1.6%). All necks used were made of Titanium alloy. 419 implants (40.5%) were manufactured by Wright Medical, while 614 (59.5%) were produced by Adler Ortho. A total of 37 revisions has been reported, mainly due to periprosthetic fractures (32.4%), luxation (24.3%), implant mobilization (18.9%) and implant breakage (16.2%). We have recorded 3 modular neck breakages. 4 patients required re-revisions, because of luxations (3) and neck breakage (1). The overall survival rate was 96.4%. We did not observe any component corrosion, probably thanks to the exclusive use of Titanium necks. We had a neck breakages rate of 0.29% and a luxation rate of 0.87%, lower than normally reported in the literature. In conclusion, our experience suggests as neck modularity could be a safe and effective way to reconstruct the proximal femur in THA patients

Introduction. Intra-articular injury has been described as primary cause of pain in hip dysplasia. At this point it is unknown whether external muscle-tendon related pain coexists with intra-articular pathology. The primary aim was to identify muscle-tendon related pain in 100 dysplasia patients. The secondary aim was to test if muscle-tendon related pain is linearly associated to self-reported hip disability and muscle strength in patient with hip dysplasia. Materials and methods. One hundred patients (17 men) with a mean age of 29 years (SD 9) were included. Clinical entity approach was carried out to identify muscle-tendon related pain. Muscle strength was assessed with a handheld dynamometer and self-reported hip disability was recorded with the Copenhagen Hip and Groin Outcome Score (HAGOS). Results. Iliopsoas- and abductor-related pain were most prevalent with prevalences of 56% (CI 46; 66) and 42% (CI 32; 52), respectively. Adductor-, hamstrings- and rectus abdominis-related pain were less common. There was a significant inverse linear association between muscle-tendon related pain and self-reported hip disability ranging from −3.35 to −7.51 points in the adjusted analysis (p<0.05). Likewise an inverse linear association between muscle-tendon related pain and muscle strength was found ranging from −0.11 Nm/kg to −0.12 Nm/kg in the adjusted analysis (p<0.05). Conclusion. Muscle-tendon related pain seem to exist in about half of patients with hip dysplasia with a high prevalence of muscle-tendon related pain in the iliopsoas and the hip abductors and affects patients” self-reported hip disability and muscle strength negatively

The Medial Patellofemoral Ligament (MPFL) is the main restraining force against lateral patellar displacement. It is often disrupted following patellar subluxation or dislocation. MPFL reconstruction is frequently performed when conservative management fails and the patient experiences recurrent patellar dislocation. Various MPFL reconstruction procedures have been described in the literature and reported outcomes are encouraging. This study analyses the radiographic outcomes following MPFL reconstruction. From January 2006 to January 2011, 76 consecutive patients (80 knees) with patellar recurrent dislocation underwent medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction in three large teaching hospitals. Mean follow-up was 31.8 months (range, 13–72). Semitendinosus and gracilis autografts were used for the reconstruction and all procedures were carried out by the senior authors (WL, BR, CW, MB). Plain radiographs (Anteroposterior (AP), Lateral and Skyline) performed preoperatively and postoperatively were used to compare the sulcus angle, congruence angle, lateral patellofemoral angle, trochlear dysplasia (Dejour classification), trochlear boss height and patellar height (Caton-Deschamps ratio). Plain radiographs (Lateral) performed postoperatively were used to evaluate the femoral tunnel placement used for MPFL reconstruction. The sulcus angle improved from 143.2° (122.9–157.7) to 139.3° (115.7–154.6) and the congruence angle improved from 26.7° (−17.5–82.6) to 0.26° (−35.3–7.8). The lateral patellofemoral angle was 7.99° (3.2–19.2) preoperatively and 9.02° (3.2–18.2) postoperatively. The Caton-Deschamps ratio was 1.2 (1.0–1.5) preoperatively and 1.0 (0.8–1.1) postoperatively. Using the Dejour classification of trochlear dysplasia, all preoperative radiographs were considered to be grade C or D and all postoperative radiographs were considered to be grade A or B. Trochlear boss height was 5.9mm (1.8–11.6) preoperatively and 4.7mm (1.6–6.9) postoperatively. 59% of the femoral tunnels were considered to be in a good position on postoperative radiographs. This study displayed a significant improvement in postoperative radiographic parameters, demonstrating the importance of anatomic restoration when performing MPFL reconstruction

Acetabular dysplasia was produced in 24 immature white rabbits. A rotational acetabular osteotomy was then carried out and radiological and histological studies of the articular cartilage were made. In the hips which did not undergo osteotomy, radiographs at 26 weeks showed that residual subluxation remained and arthritic changes such as narrowing of the joint space or dislocation were still seen. However, in the operated group there was a remarkable increase in cover, but arthritic changes were not observed. After 24 weeks, the Mankin grading score in the operated group was significantly lower than that in the non-operated group. The latter hips showed an irregular surface of the cartilage, exfoliation and proliferation of synovial tissue. In those undergoing osteotomy, primary cloning of chondrocytes or hypercellularity was seen and at 24 weeks after operation and metaplasia of the cartilage in the fibrous tissue was observed in the boundary between the medial area of the acetabulum and the acetabular fossa

3D imaging is commonly employed in the surgical planning and management of bony deformity. The advent of desktop 3D printing now allows rapid in-house production of specific anatomical models to facilitate surgical planning. The aim of this pilot study was to evaluate the feasibility of creating 3D printed models in a university hospital setting. For requested cases of interest, CT DICOM images on the local NHS Picture Archive System were anonymised and transferred. Images were then segmented into 3D models of the bones, cleaned to remove artefacts, and orientated for printing with preservation of the regions of interest. The models were printed in polylactic acid (PLA), a biodegradable thermoplastic, on the CubeX Duo 3D printer. PLA models were produced for 4 clinical cases; a complex forearm deformity as a result of malunited childhood fracture, a pelvic discontinuity with severe acetabular deficiency following explantation of an infected total hip replacement, a chronically dislocated radial head causing complex elbow deformity as a result of a severe skeletal dysplasia, and a preoperative model of a deficient proximal tibia as a result of a severe tibia fracture. The models materially influenced clinical decision making, surgical intervention planning and required equipment. In the case of forearm an articulating model was constructed allowing the site of impingement between radius and ulnar to be identified, an osteotomy was practiced on multiple models allowing elimination of the block to supination. This has not previously been described in literature. The acetabulum model allowed pre-contouring of a posterior column plate which was then sterilised and eliminated a time consuming intraoperative step. While once specialist and expensive, in house 3D printing is now economically viable and a helpful tool in the management of complex patients

This case series highlights the use of the Ganz approach and surgical dislocation for excision of fibrous dysplasia of the femoral neck, pigmented villonodular synovitis and synovial chrondromatosis of the hip, which has never been described for use with all three tumours together. These are rare benign tumours, which were found incidentally and required excision. We demonstrate that it is possible to obtain excellent exposure of the femoral neck, head and acetabulum allowing easy inspection, exploration and debridement of these three tumours of the hip

Introduction. Patellofemoral pain and instability can be quantified by using the tibial tuberosity to trochlea groove (TT-TG) distance with more than or equal to 20mm considered pathological requiring surgical correction. Aim of this study is to determine if knee joint rotation angle is predictive of a pathological TT-TG. Methods. One hundred limbs were imaged from the pelvis to the foot using Computer Tomography (CT) scans in 50 patients with patellofemoral pain and instability. The TT-TG distance, femoral version, tibial torsion and knee joint rotation angle ((KJRA) were measured. Limbs were separated into pathological and non-pathological TT-TG. Significant differences in the measured angles between the pathological and non-pathological groups were estimated using the t test. The inter- and intraobserver variability of the measurement was performed. Logistic regression analysis was used to find the best combination of rotational angle predictors for a pathological TT-TG. Results. The intraclass correlation coefficients for inter- and intraobserver variability of the measured parameters was higher than 0.94 for all measurements. A statistically significant difference (P=0.024) was found between the KJRA between the pathological (mean=10.6, SD=7.79 degrees) and the non-pathological group (mean=6.99, SD=5.06 degrees). Logistic regression analysis showed that both femoral version (P=0.03, OR = 0.95) and KJRA (P=0.004, OR=1.15) were, in combination, significant predictors of an abnormal TT-TG. Tibial torsion was not a significant predictor. Conclusion. The KJRA can be used as an alternative measurement when the TT-TG distance cannot be measured as in cases of severe trochlea dysplasia and may act as a surrogate for pathological TT-TG