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Matthias A, Becher C, Ettinger S, Gottschalk O, Guenther D, Klos K, Ahrend MD, Körner D, Plaass C, Walther M. Postoperative Management of Osteochondral Lesions of the Ankle: A Survey Among German-Speaking Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Cartilage 2024; 15:229-239. [PMID: 38044500 DOI: 10.1177/19476035231213184] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/05/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To assess the current treatment of osteochondral lesions of the ankle (OCLA) by German-speaking foot and ankle surgeons, focusing on the management of postoperative care and rehabilitation. DESIGN A questionnaire was created by a panel of 4 experienced foot and ankle surgeons on behalf of the "Clinical Tissue Regeneration" (CTR) working group of the German Society of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery (DGOU), and distributed electronically to members of the CTR, participants of the German Cartilage Registry (Knorpelregister DGOU©), and members of 6 German-speaking orthopedics or sports medicine societies. Results were classified depending on the consensus within the answers (agreement ≥75% "strong tendency," 50%-74% "tendency," 25%-49% "weak tendency," <25% "no tendency"). RESULTS A total of 60 participants returned the questionnaire. The main results are as follows: regarding the frequency of surgical procedures for OCLA, refixation of the fragment, retrograde drilling, and bone marrow stimulation with or without using a matrix were performed by at least 75% of the surgeons and was considered a strong tendency. There was a strong tendency to stabilize the ankle (76.7%) and perform corrective osteotomies (51.7%). In total, 75.5% and 75% of the surgeons performed bone marrow stimulation with and without using a matrix, respectively. Corrective osteotomy and ankle stabilization were performed in 64.5% and 65.2% cases, respectively. Most participants included published recommendations on postoperative rehabilitation and the return to sports activities in their postoperative management. The main surgical procedures were considered the most critical factor in influencing the postoperative management by 81% of the participants (strong tendency). Adjunct surgical procedures such as corrective osteotomy and stabilization of the ankle were considered important by 67.8% of the respondents (tendency). CONCLUSIONS The management of OCLA varies among German-speaking foot and ankle surgeons. Therefore, guidelines remain essential to standardize the management of OCLA, to achieve improved and stable results. This survey will assist clinicians and patients with rehabilitation to return to sports after treating the ankle's cartilage injury.
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- Aurich Matthias
- DOUW, Section of Trauma- and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Halle (Saale), Halle, Germany
- BG Trauma Center Bergmannstrost Halle, Department of Trauma- and Reconstructive Surgery, Halle, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hannover Medical School, Diakovere Annastift, Hannover, Germany
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- University Hospital for Orthopedic Surgery, Pius Hospital Oldenburg, Oldenburg, Germany
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- Hospital München Harlaching, Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, München, Germany
- Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Muskuloskelettal University Center Munich (MUM), Hospital of the University Munich, LMU Munich, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Trauma Surgery, and Sports Medicine, Cologne Merheim Medical Center, Cologne, Germany
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- Joint Center Rhein-Main, Hochheim am Main, Germany
- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Jena, Jena, Germany
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- BG Trauma Center Tübingen, Eberhard-Karls-University Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- BG Trauma Center Tübingen, Eberhard-Karls-University Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Schön Hospital München Harlaching-FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Munich, Germany
- Ludwig Maximilian University Munich, Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Muskuloskelletal University Center Munich (MUM), Munich, Germany
- Justus Maximilian University Wuerzburg, König-Ludwig-Haus, Würzburg, Germany
- Paracelsus Medical Private Universität, Salzburg, Austria
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Efrima B, Dahmen J, Barbero A, Benady A, Maccario C, Indino C, Kerkhoffs G, Usuelli FG. Enhancing precision in osteochondral lesions of the talus measurements and improving agreement in surgical decision-making using weight-bearing computed tomography and distance mapping. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2024; 32:1871-1879. [PMID: 38591657 DOI: 10.1002/ksa.12172] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2024] [Revised: 03/12/2024] [Accepted: 03/17/2024] [Indexed: 04/10/2024]
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PURPOSE Weight-bearing computed tomography (WBCT) enables the creation of a three-dimensional (3D) model that represents the ankle morphology in a standing position. Distance mapping (DM) is a complementary feature that uses color coding to represent the relative intraarticular distance and can be used to outline intraarticular defects. Consequently, DM offers a novel approach to delineating osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLT), allowing for the quantification of its surface, volume and depth. The reliability of DM for OLT measurements has yet to be thoroughly evaluated. This study primarily aims to determine the reliability of DM in measuring the surface, depth and volume of OLT. A secondary objective is to ascertain whether measurements obtained through DM, when integrated with a predefined treatment algorithm, can facilitate consensus among surgeons regarding the optimal surgical intervention. METHODS This cohort comprised 36 patients with 40 OLTs evaluated using WBCT and DM. Two raters used DM to determine the lesion boundary (LB) and lesion fundus (LF) and calculate the lesion depth, surface and volume. The raters were asked to choose between bone marrow stimulation, autologous matrix-induced chondrogenesis and osteochondral transposition based on the measurement. Inter-rater and intra-rater agreement was measured. RESULTS Interclass correlation of the lesion's depth surface produced an excellent inter-rater and intra-rater agreement of 0.90-0.94 p < 0.001. Cohen's κ agreement analysis of the preferable preoperative plan produced a κ = 0.834, p < 0.001, indicating a near-perfect agreement. CONCLUSION WBCT-based 3D modules and DM can be used to measure the lesion's surface, depth and volume with excellent inter-rater and inter-rater agreement; using this measurement and a predetermined treatment algorithm, a near-perfect inter-rater agreement for the preoperative planning was reached. WBCT in conjunction with AI capabilities could help determine the type of surgery needed preoperatively, evaluate the hindfoot alignment and assess if additional surgeries are needed. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III.
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- Ben Efrima
- Orthopedic Department, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC, Location AMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence-based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health & Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center, Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Ankle and Foot Unit, Humanitas San Pio X Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Orthopedic Department, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel
- Levin Center of Surgical Innovation and 3D Printing, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Ankle and Foot Unit, Humanitas San Pio X Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC, Location AMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence-based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health & Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center, Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Jiang N, Li H, Wang J, Shen L, Zeng X. The efficacy of autologous matrix-induced chondrogenesis (AMIC) for osteochondral lesions of the talus in the mid-long term: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Orthop Surg Res 2024; 19:373. [PMID: 38915104 PMCID: PMC11194938 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-024-04864-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2024] [Accepted: 06/19/2024] [Indexed: 06/26/2024] Open
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PURPOSE The objective of this study was to provide a comprehensive review of the existing literature regarding the treatment of osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLT) using autologous matrix-induced chondrogenesis (AMIC), while also discussing the mid-long term functional outcomes, complications, and surgical failure rate. METHODS We searched Embase, PubMed, and Web of Science for studies on OLT treated with AMIC with an average follow-up of at least 2 years. Publication information, patient data, functional scores, surgical failure rate, and complications were extracted. RESULTS A total of 15 studies were screened and included, with 12 case series selected for meta-analysis and 3 non-randomized controlled studies chosen for descriptive analysis. The improvements in the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle-hindfoot, and Tegner scores at the last follow-up were (SMD = - 2.825, 95% CI - 3.343 to - 2.306, P < 0.001), (SMD = 2.73, 95% CI 1.60 to 3.86, P < 0.001), (SMD = 0.85, 95% CI 0.5 to 1.2, P < 0.001) respectively compared to preoperative values. The surgery failure rate was 11% (95% CI 8-15%), with a total of 12 patients experiencing complications. CONCLUSION The use of AMIC demonstrates a positive impact on pain management, functional improvement, and mobility enhancement in patients with OLT. It is worth noting that the choice of stent for AMIC, patient age, and OLT size can influence the ultimate clinical outcomes. This study provides evidences supporting the safety and efficacy of AMIC as a viable treatment option in real-world medical practice.
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- Ning Jiang
- Foot and Ankle Surgery, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, 300211, China
- Graduate School, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, 301617, China
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- Foot and Ankle Surgery, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, 300211, China
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- Foot and Ankle Surgery, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, 300211, China
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- Foot and Ankle Surgery, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, 300211, China
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- Foot and Ankle Surgery, Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, 300211, China.
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Usuelli FG, Efrima B, Van Dijk N. Personalized Resurfacing for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus. Foot Ankle Clin 2024; 29:307-319. [PMID: 38679441 DOI: 10.1016/j.fcl.2023.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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Osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLTs) are the most common cause of chronic deep ankle pain. Joint-preserving surgeries include bone marrow stimulating, chondral transporting, and cellular-based procedures. Each procedure has its advantages and disadvantages. For that reason, a focal metallic inlay was developed as a bridge between biologics and conventional joint arthroplasty. Despite promising initial results, prefabricated implants are associated with unpredictable results. This article describes a novel customized patient-specific metal inlay as a treatment option for OLTs.
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- Ankle and Foot Unit, Humanitas San Pio X Hospital, Via Francesco nava 31, Milan, Italy.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam UMC location AMC, the Netherlands; Head of Ankle Unit, FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence Ripoll-DePrado Sport Clinic Madrid, Spain; Head of Ankle Unit, FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence Clínica do Dragão Porto, Portugal; Casa di Cura, San Rossore, Pisa, Italy
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Loozen LD, Younger AS, Veljkovic AN. Preoperative and Postoperative Imaging and Outcome Scores for Osteochondral Lesion Repair of the Ankle. Foot Ankle Clin 2024; 29:235-252. [PMID: 38679436 DOI: 10.1016/j.fcl.2023.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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Cartilage lesions to the ankle joint are common and can result in pain and functional limitations. Surgical treatment aims to restore the damaged cartilage's integrity and quality. However, the current evidence for establishing best practices in ankle cartilage repair is characterized by limited quality and a low level of evidence. One of the contributing factors is the lack of standardized preoperative and postoperative assessment methods to evaluate treatment effectiveness and visualize repaired cartilage. This review article seeks to examine the importance of preoperative imaging, classification systems, patient-reported outcome measures, and radiological evaluation techniques for cartilage repair surgeries.
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- Loek D Loozen
- Division of Distal Extremities, Department of Orthopaedics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Footbridge Clinic for Integrated Orthopaedic Care, 221 Keefer Place, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 6C1, Canada.
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- Division of Distal Extremities, Department of Orthopaedics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Footbridge Clinic for Integrated Orthopaedic Care, 221 Keefer Place, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 6C1, Canada
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- Division of Distal Extremities, Department of Orthopaedics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Footbridge Clinic for Integrated Orthopaedic Care, 221 Keefer Place, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6B 6C1, Canada; University of British Columbia, Adult Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Orthopaedics, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Kimball JS, Ferkel RD, Ferkel EI. Regeneration: Bone-Marrow Stimulation of the Talus-Limits and Goals. Foot Ankle Clin 2024; 29:281-290. [PMID: 38679439 DOI: 10.1016/j.fcl.2024.01.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/01/2024]
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Bone Marrow Stimulation of osteochondral lesions of the talus has been shown to be a successful way to treat cartilage injuries. Newer data suggest that Bone Marrow Stimulation is best reserved for osteochondral lesions of the talus Sizes Less Than 107.4 mm2 in area. Additionally, newer smaller and deeper techniques to perform bone marrow stimulation have resulted in less subchondral bone damage, less cancellous compaction, and superior bone marrow access with multiple trabecular access channels. Biologic adjuvants such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP), hyaluronic acid (HA), and bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) may lead to better functional outcomes when used concomitant to bone marrow stimulation.
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- Jeff S Kimball
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Southern California Orthopedic Institute, Van Nuys, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Southern California Orthopedic Institute, Van Nuys, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Southern California Orthopedic Institute, Van Nuys, CA, USA.
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Chen XQ, Liu J, Wang T, Zhao Z, Li Y, Cheng XY, Li W. Comparative analysis of short-term efficacy between robot-assisted retrograde drilling and arthroscopic microfracture for osteochondral lesions of the talus. Front Surg 2024; 11:1404513. [PMID: 38859999 PMCID: PMC11163064 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2024.1404513] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2024] [Accepted: 05/14/2024] [Indexed: 06/12/2024] Open
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Objective To investigate the short-term clinical efficacy of robot-assisted retrograde drilling and arthroscopic microfracture for osteochondral lesions of the talus (OCLT). Methods This study was divided into two groups: experimental group: robot-assisted retrograde drilling group; control group: arthroscopic microfracture group. A total of 6 OCLT patients who were treated with robot navigation-assisted retrograde drilling and 10 OCLT patients who were treated with arthroscopic microfracture between October 2020 and October 2021 were retrospectively analyzed. There were 11 males and five females, with a mean age of 36 years. The patients were followed up for 6-12 months to compare the changes in the OCLT lesion area by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), visual analogue scale/score (VAS) and American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society score (AOFAS) before and after surgery. Results All 16 patients were followed up for an average of 8 months, and no complications such as joint infection, nerve injury, or active bleeding occurred during the follow-up period. Only one patient suffered discomfort involving transient postoperative pain in the operative area, but did not experience long-term numbness or chronic pain. Postoperative MRI revealed that none of the patients had severe signs of osteonecrosis, osteolysis or cystic changes of the talus, with lesion areas smaller than those before surgery. The difference was statistically significant (P < 0.01). The patients in the experimental group showed a more significant improvement in the last 3 months than in the first 3 months of the follow-up period. At the last follow-up, the VAS score was 3 points in the experimental group and 2.2 points in the control group, and the AOFAS score was 88.6 points in the experimental group and 88 points in the control group, all of which were significantly higher than those before operation, and the differences were statistically significant, but there was no statistically significant difference between the groups. Conclusion Both robot navigation-assisted retrograde drilling and arthroscopic microfracture for bone marrow stimulation (BMS) to treat OCLT in all patients obtained satisfactory effects in the short term. In addition, the follow-up revealed that with excellent efficacy and few complications, robot navigation-assisted retrograde drilling was safe and minimally invasive, and greatly reduced operative time. Consequently, robot navigation-assisted retrograde drilling for BMS was a safe and effective procedure for the treatment of OCLT.
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- Hand and Foot Surgery Department, Shenzhen Second People's Hospital, The First Hospital Affiliated to Shenzhen University, Shenzhen, China
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Efrima B, Barbero A, Maccario C, Indino C, Nocera C, Albagli A, Dahmen J, Usuelli FG. Significant Clinical Improvement After Arthroscopic Autologous Matrix-Induced Chondrogenesis for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus: A 5-Year Follow-Up. Cartilage 2024:19476035241240341. [PMID: 38554040 DOI: 10.1177/19476035241240341] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/01/2024] Open
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PURPOSE This study aims to evaluate the clinical outcomes of arthroscopic autologous matrix-induced chondrogenesis (A-AMIC) for osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLT) at 24 months and 60 months of follow-up. The secondary aim was to assess whether age, body mass index (BMI), and lesion surface affect outcomes. DESIGN Sixty-three patients (32 males, 31 females) with a median age of 37 years [interquartile range (IQR): 25-48] were included. Preoperative and postoperative (24 months and 60 months) clinical outcomes were evaluated using a Visual Analog Score (VAS) for pain during walking, the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS), Short-Form Survey (SF-12), the Halasi, and the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) scores. Patients were categorized according to age, BMI, and lesion surface (1-1.5 cm2 and over 1.5 cm2). The effect of each category was evaluated. RESULTS There were significant improvements in the VAS, AOFAS, SF-12, and UCLA, comparing the preoperative scores to the 60-month follow-up scores (P < 0.001). There were no significant differences in the above-mentioned outcomes between the follow-up periods. Patients older than 33 years had lower SF-12, Halasi, and UCLA scores (P = 0.005, 0.004, and <0.001, respectively). Overweight patients had lower VAS, SF-12, Halasi, and UCLA scores (P = 0.006, 0.002, 0.024, and 0.007, respectively). Lesion size was uninfluential. CONCLUSION A-AMIC yielded clinical improvements at a minimum follow-up of 60 months in patients with symptomatic OLTs, with clinical improvement peaking in the first 2 years, followed by a plateau period. Increased age and BMI were significantly associated with inferior outcomes.
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- Ben Efrima
- Ankle and Foot Unit, Humanitas San Pio X Hospital, Milan, Italy
- Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Ankle and Foot Unit, Humanitas San Pio X Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Ankle and Foot Unit, Humanitas San Pio X Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Ankle and Foot Unit, Humanitas San Pio X Hospital, Milan, Italy
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- Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel
- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tel Aviv Medical Center, Tel Aviv, Israel
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- Deparment of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC, Location AMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence-Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration on Health & Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center, Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Wu X, Zhong Y, Wei S, Wu H, Zheng B, Xu F. Retrograde Drilling and Bone Graft for Hepple Stage V Subchondral Bone Lesion of Talus Using 3D Image-Based Navigation-Assisted Endoscopic Technique. Foot Ankle Int 2023; 44:1003-1012. [PMID: 37530135 DOI: 10.1177/10711007231185084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Retrograde drilling remains technically challenging, because of the difficulty of identifying the accurate location of cysts during surgery. This study's aim was to evaluate the 3-dimensional (3D) image-based surgical navigation-assisted endoscopic retrograde drilling technique for subchondral bone lesions of the talus. METHODS From March 2017 to June 2020, a total of 21 cases with Hepple stage V subchondral bone lesions of the talus were treated with 3D image-based surgical navigation-assisted endoscopic retrograde drilling and bone graft technique. Arthroscopic views were categorized per Pritsch classifications. The correlation between the drilled tunnel with preoperative cystic lesions were assessed under postoperative computer tomographic (CT) scans. The American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) scores, visual analog scale (VAS) scores, and Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM) sports scales were evaluated at the preoperative and final consultation. All complications were recorded. RESULTS On postoperative CT scans, in 20 cases (95.2%), the drilled tunnel was judged to have been in the center of previous cysts. Only 9 cases (42.9%) showed intact normal cartilage (grade 0, group A); 12 cases (57.1%) had intact, but soft, cartilage (grade I, group B). The median follow-up time was 24 (24, 30) months, and at final follow-up, there were no significant differences between the mean AOFAS and VAS scores in both groups (89.0 ± 6.4 vs 88.3 ± 7.0 and 1 vs 0.5) or postoperative FAAM sports scales (28.2 ± 2.2 vs 26.6 ± 4.9, P = .363). Two patients had revision surgery in group B. CONCLUSION The 3D image-based surgical navigation-assisted endoscopic retrograde drilling and bone graft technique for the subchondral bone lesions of the talus in this small case series showed encouraging results. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, retrospective case series.
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- Xinchen Wu
- Foot and Ankle Sports Medicine Center, Department of Orthopedics, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, Hubei Province, PR China
- Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, Hubei Province, PR China
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- Foot and Ankle Sports Medicine Center, Department of Orthopedics, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, Hubei Province, PR China
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- Foot and Ankle Sports Medicine Center, Department of Orthopedics, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, Hubei Province, PR China
- Hubei University of Medicine, Shiyan, Hubei Province, PR China
- The First Clinical Medical School of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, PR China
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- Foot and Ankle Sports Medicine Center, Department of Orthopedics, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, Hubei Province, PR China
- The First Clinical Medical School of Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, PR China
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- Foot and Ankle Sports Medicine Center, Department of Orthopedics, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, Hubei Province, PR China
- Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Hubei Province, PR China
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- Foot and Ankle Sports Medicine Center, Department of Orthopedics, General Hospital of Central Theater Command, Wuhan, Hubei Province, PR China
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Barbier O. Osteochondral lesions of the talar dome. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2023; 109:103452. [PMID: 36273506 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2022.103452] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2021] [Revised: 01/11/2022] [Accepted: 03/10/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Ankle pain and/or instability is a frequent, non-specific reason for consultation, and may reveal an osteochondral lesion of the talar dome (OLTD). There are 2 types of OLTD: (1) posteromedial, usually idiopathic, wide and deep, featuring isolated pain with severe functional impact; (2) anterolateral, often implicating trauma and associated in 30% of cases with lateral ligament involvement, in a clinical presentation associating pain and instability. The aim of the present study was to review the issue of OLTD, with 5 questions: HOW TO ESTABLISH THE DIAGNOSIS, WITH WHAT WORK-UP?: There are no specific clinical signs. A diagnosis of OLTD should be considered in all cases of painful and/or unstable ankle and especially in case of history of sprain. The clinical work-up screens systematically for laxity or associated hindfoot malalignment. CT-arthrography is the gold-standard, enabling morphologic analysis of OLTD. WHAT CLASSIFICATIONS SHOULD BE USED?: CT-arthrography determines length, depth and any cartilage dissection, classifying OLTD in 3 grades. Grade 1 is a lesion<10mm in length and<5mm in depth. Grade 2 is>10mm in length and/or>5mm in depth with intact cartilage around the lesion. Grade 3 is the same as grade 2 but with overlying cartilage dissection. WHAT ARE THE CURRENT TREATMENT INDICATIONS?: After failure of 6 months' well-conducted medical treatment (sports rest, analgesics, physiotherapy), surgical options in France today comprise microfracture in grade 1 OLTD, raising the fragment, freshening the floor of the lesion and fixing the fragment (known as "lift, drill, fill, fix" (LDFF)) in grade 2, and mosaicplasty in grade 3. WHAT ARE THE PROSPECTS FOR FUTURE TREATMENTS AND THEIR ROLES?: Treatments are progressing and improving. Ideal treatment should restore hyaline cartilage to prevent secondary osteoarthritis. Matrix and cell culture techniques need to be validated. WHAT RESULTS CAN BE EXPECTED AND WHAT SHOULD PATIENTS BE TOLD?: Management according to grade secures AOFAS scores≥80/100 in 80% of cases, whatever the grade. Return to sport is feasible in 80% of case, at a mean 6 months. Progression is satisfactory after treatment adapted to the lesion. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: V, expert opinion.
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- Olivier Barbier
- Service de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologie, HIA Sainte-Anne, 2, boulevard Sainte-Anne, 83000 Toulon, France.
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Griffith JF, Ling SKK, Tischer T, Weber MA. Talar Dome Osteochondral Lesions: Pre- and Postoperative Imaging. Semin Musculoskelet Radiol 2022; 26:656-669. [PMID: 36791735 DOI: 10.1055/s-0042-1760217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/17/2023]
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We suggest a similar approach to evaluating osteochondral lesions of the talar dome both pre- and postoperatively. This review addresses the etiology, natural history, and treatment of talar dome osteochondral lesions with an emphasis on imaging appearances. High-resolution magnetic resonance imaging, ideally combining a small field-of-view surface coil with ankle traction, optimizes visibility of most of the clinically relevant features both pre- and postoperatively.
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- James Francis Griffith
- Department of Imaging and Interventional Radiology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatology, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Medical Centre Rostock, Rostock, Germany
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Pediatric Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Medical Center Rostock Germany
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Sudah SY, Michel C, Faccone RD, Kirchner G, Kim R, Menendez ME, Gabisan G. Ankle Arthroscopy Procedural Volume Is Low Among Graduating Orthopaedic Surgery Residents. Arthrosc Sports Med Rehabil 2022; 4:e1609-e1615. [PMID: 36312716 PMCID: PMC9596817 DOI: 10.1016/j.asmr.2022.06.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2022] [Accepted: 06/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Purpose To evaluate graduating orthopaedic resident case volume and variability for ankle arthroscopy from 2016 to 2020. Methods The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education surgical case log data from 2016 to 2020 for graduating United States orthopaedic surgery residents was assessed. Arthroscopy procedures of the leg/ankle were categorized. The average number of cases performed per resident was compared from 2016 to 2020 to determine the percent change in case volume. The 10th, 30th, 50th, 70th, and 90th percentiles of case volumes from 2016 to 2020 were presented to demonstrate case volume variability. Results There was no significant change in the average number of leg/ankle arthroscopy cases from 2016 to 2020 (6.2 ± 5 [range 0-35] vs 6.1 ± 6 [range 0-76] P = .732), despite a 19% increase in the average number of total leg/ankle procedures performed over time (168.4 ± 47 [range 55-414] in 2016; 200.8 ± 57 in 2020 [range 67-601], P < .001). There was wide variability in ankle arthroscopy case volume among residents. The 90th percentile of residents performed 13 cases in 2020, compared with 5 in 50th percentile, and 1 in the 10th percentile. Conclusions Orthopaedic surgery resident exposure to ankle arthroscopy has remained low and highly variable overtime, despite an overall increase in the total number of leg/ankle procedures performed. Clinical Relevance Understanding ankle arthroscopy in case volume and variability is important for programs to ensure that orthopaedic residents are gaining adequate exposure to increasingly popular procedures. Orthopaedic surgery residency programs should explore methods to increase resident exposure to ankle arthroscopy.
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- Suleiman Y. Sudah
- Department of Orthopedics, Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, New Jersey, U.S.A
- Address correspondence to Suleiman Y. Sudah, M.D., Monmouth Medical Center, 50 Chelsea Ave., Long Branch, NJ 07740.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Monmouth Medical Center, Long Branch, New Jersey, U.S.A
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- Department of Research, Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dothan, Alabama, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedics, Penn State University, State College, Pennsylvania, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopedics, Penn State University, State College, Pennsylvania, U.S.A
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- Professional Orthopedic Associates, Tinton Falls, New Jersey, U.S.A
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Amouyel T, Barbier O, De L'Escalopier N, Cordier G, Baudrier N, Benoist J, Ferrière VD, Wackenheim FL, Mainard D, Padiolleau G, Lopes R. Higher preoperative range of motion is predictive of good mid-term results in the surgical management of osteochondral lesions of the talus: a prospective multicentric study. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2022:10.1007/s00167-022-06876-w. [PMID: 35094097 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-022-06876-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2021] [Accepted: 01/13/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLT) are a frequent cause of pain in young patients and a new CT arthrographic classification system of OLT was recently proposed to help guide the choices of and standardize the indications for surgical treatment. The primary hypothesis was that this algorithm would result in a postoperative AOFAS score of ≥ 80/100. The secondary hypothesis was to identify the preoperative factors of successful surgery. METHODS This was a prospective observational multicenter study. Eighty-six patients who underwent surgery for OLT after at least 6 months of unsuccessful conservative management were included for a mean follow-up of 15 months (12-36). Forty-nine patients with stage 1 OLT underwent microperforation, 2 patients with stage 2 OLT underwent a lift, drill, fill, and fix graft procedure with screw fixation, and 35 patients with stage 3 OLT were treated with mosaicplasty. RESULTS After a follow-up of at least 1 year, 56 patients (65%) had an AOFAS score > 80 and the mean AOFAS score was 82 (16-100). A lower BMI (p = 0.038), a higher preoperative range of motion in the ankle (p = 0.033), higher preoperative AOFAS and FAOS scores (p = 0.001 and p = 0.011), and the presence of a preoperative bone bruise on MRI (p = 0.020) were good prognostic factors on univariate analysis. The presence of grade 1 osteoarthritis on the Van Dijk classification was predictive of a poor prognosis (p = 0.044). Multivariate analysis showed that a good preoperative range of motion (OR = 1.080 [1.020-1.150] p = 0.01) was predictive of a positive outcome, while grade 1 osteoarthritis was predictive of a poor outcome (OR = 0.147 [0.036-0.603] p = 0.008). The postoperative AOFAS decreased in six patients and 17 patients had at least one complication: six dysthesias of the superficial fibular nerve, two of the sural nerve, and nine stage 1 complex regional pain syndromes. CONCLUSION The new algorithm for OLT resulted in a postoperative AOFAS score of ≥ 80/100 in 65% of cases. The positive predictive factors of a successful postoperative outcome were the presence of a good preoperative range of motion and the absence of preoperative osteoarthritis. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level II.
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- T Amouyel
- Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique, CHU Lille Hopital Salengro, 2 Avenue Oscar Lambret, 59000, Lille, France
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- Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique, HIA Sainte Anne, 2 Boulevard Sainte Anne, 83000, Toulon, France
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- Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique, Traumatologique et Réparatrice des Membres, HIA Percy, 101, Avenue Henri-Barbusse, 92140, Clamart, France
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- Centre de Chirurgie Orthopédique et Sportive, 2 Rue Georges Negrevergne, 33700, Mérignac, France
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- Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique, Hopital Ambroise Paré, 9 Avenue Charles de Gaulle, 92100, Boulogne-Billancourt, France
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- CHP Saint Grégoire, 7 Bd de la Boutière, 35760, Saint-Grégoire, France
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- Centre Assal de Médecine et de Chirurgie du Pied, Avenue de Beau-Séjour 6, 1206, Genève, France
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- Clinique de l'Orangerie, 29 Allée de la Robertsau, 67000, Strasbourg, France
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- Hopital Central, 29 Avenue du Maréchal de Lattre de Tassigny, 54000, Nancy, France
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- Centre PCNA, Avenue Claude Bernard, 44800, Saint-Herblain, France
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- Centre PCNA, Avenue Claude Bernard, 44800, Saint-Herblain, France.
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Eckel T, Dickens JF. Editorial Commentary: Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus: All, Nothing, or Something in Between. Arthroscopy 2021; 37:998-999. [PMID: 33673977 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.12.224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/16/2020] [Accepted: 12/17/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Osteochondral lesions of the talus occur with relatively frequency, often as the sequelae of benign ankle sprains, and are only surpassed by the knee and elbow as more common locations. While microfracture of the talus is the most common first-line surgical treatment performed at the time of ankle arthroscopy, marrow stimulation alone results in fibrocartilaginous repair tissue rather than true hyaline-like articular cartilage. In addition, the benefits of bone marrow stimulation for the treatment of large (>150 mm2), deep (>7 mm), or cystic lesions is limited. Autologous osteochondral transplant has emerged as one such treatment option for large lesions that may address underlying bone loss and reconstitute articular cartilage. The utility of autologous osteochondral transplant also must be interpreted with an understanding of the potential complications, including donor-site morbidity. In addition, it is important to decompress, curettage, and back fill associated cysts with bone graft. When cysts are not treated aggressively, patients may have ongoing bone marrow edema and pain.
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- Tobin Eckel
- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (E.B.)
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- Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (E.B.)
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