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Morales-Avalos JE, Morales-Avalos R, Martínez-Guajardo KV, Perelli S, Monllau JC, Sánchez Egea AJ, Serrancolí G. In-silico study of the biomechanical effects of proximal-fibular osteotomy on knee joint contact pressure in varus-valgus misalignment. Med Eng Phys 2024; 129:104185. [PMID: 38906579 DOI: 10.1016/j.medengphy.2024.104185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/22/2023] [Revised: 02/22/2024] [Accepted: 05/17/2024] [Indexed: 06/23/2024]
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The aim of this work is to investigate in-silico the biomechanical effects of a proximal fibular osteotomy (PFO) on a knee joint with different varus/valgus deformities on the progression of knee osteoarthritis (KOA). A finite element analysis (FEA) of a human lower extremity consisting of the femoral, tibial and fibular bones and the cartilage connecting them was designed. The FEA was performed in a static standing primitive position to determine the contact pressure (CP) distribution and the location of the center of pressure (CoP). The analysis examined the relationship between these factors and the degree of deformation of the hip-knee angle in the baseline condition. The results suggested that PFO could be a simple and effective surgical treatment for patients with associated genu varum. This work also reported that a possible CP homogenization and a CoP correction can be achieved for medial varus deformities after PFO. However, it reduced its effectiveness for tibial origin valgus misalignment and worsened in cases of femoral valgus misalignment.
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics, Articular Physiology and Experimental Orthopedic Surgery, Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, San Nicolas de los Garza, 64450, Mexico
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics, Articular Physiology and Experimental Orthopedic Surgery, Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, San Nicolas de los Garza, 64450, Mexico
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- Department of Surgery and Morphologic Science, Orthopaedic Surgery Service, Hospital del Mar, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, 08019, Spain
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- Department of Surgery and Morphologic Science, Orthopaedic Surgery Service, Hospital del Mar, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Barcelona, 08019, Spain
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya, Barcelona, 08019, Spain
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universitat Politecnica de Catalunya, Barcelona, 08019, Spain
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Long Y, Liu N, Huang X, Liang W, Liu J, Huang Z, Zhang Y, Wang W. Biomechanical evaluation of ortho-bridge system and proximal femoral nail antirotation in intertrochanteric fractures with lateral wall fracture based on finite element analysis. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2024; 12:1368492. [PMID: 38974654 PMCID: PMC11224473 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2024.1368492] [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: 01/10/2024] [Accepted: 05/31/2024] [Indexed: 07/09/2024] Open
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Background The integrity of the lateral wall in femoral intertrochanteric fractures significantly impacts fracture stability and internal fixation. In this study, we compared the outcomes of treating intertrochanteric fractures with lateral wall involvement using the ortho-bridge system (OBS) combined with proximal femoral nail antirotation (PFNA) versus simple PFNA from a biomechanical perspective. Methods Finite-element models of femoral intertrochanteric fractures with lateral wall involvement were subjected to fixation with OBS combined with PFNA and simple PFNA. Von Mises stress measurements and corresponding displacement assessments for each component of the model, including the proximal femur and lateral wall, were used to evaluate the biomechanical effects of OBS fixation on bone and intramedullary nail stability. Results Using PFNA alone to fix intertrochanteric fractures with lateral wall involvement resulted in von Mises stress levels on the lateral wall exceeding safe stress tolerances for bone growth. OBS fixation significantly reduced stress on the lateral wall of the femur and minimized the stress on each part of the intramedullary nail, reducing the overall displacement. Conclusion In cases of intertrochanteric fractures with lateral wall involvement, PFNA fixation alone may compromise the biomechanical integrity of the lateral femoral wall, increasing the risk of postoperative complications. The addition of OBS to PFNA significantly reduces stress on the lateral femoral wall. Consequently, OBS should be considered for lateral wall fixation when managing intertrochanteric fractures combined with lateral wall fractures.
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- Yuntao Long
- The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi University of Science and Technology, Guangxi University of Science and Technology, Liuzhou, Guangxi Province, China
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- Tianjin Walkman Biomaterial Co., Ltd., Newton Laboratory, Tianjin, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi University of Science and Technology, Guangxi University of Science and Technology, Liuzhou, Guangxi Province, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Guangxi University of Science and Technology, Guangxi University of Science and Technology, Liuzhou, Guangxi Province, China
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- Shandong First Medical University and Shandong Academy Medical Sciences, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Tianjin Walkman Biomaterial Co., Ltd., Newton Laboratory, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University and Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Jinan, Shandong, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical University and Shandong Provincial Qianfoshan Hospital, Jinan, Shandong, China
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Sun J, Wu L, Fang N, Qiao W, Liu L. A finite element analysis of a low-profile femoral neck system of screws in sleeves in a vertical femoral neck fracture model. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2024; 25:446. [PMID: 38844920 PMCID: PMC11155040 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-024-07550-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 05/27/2024] [Indexed: 06/10/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Femoral neck system (FNS) has exhibited some drawbacks, such as non-fit of the plate with the lateral femoral cortex, postoperative pain, and the potential risk of subtrochanteric fractures. We have developed a low-profile FNS system that addresses some compatibility issues in FNS. In this study, we conducted finite element analysis on the 1-hole FNS (1 H-FNS), 2-holes FNS (2 H-FNS), and low-profile FNS (LP-FNS) and compared their biomechanical performance. METHODS After the mesh convergence analysis, we established three groups of 1 H-FNS, 2 H-FNS, and LP-FNS. The interfragmentary gap, sliding distance, shear stress, and compressive stress and the bone-implant interface compression stress, stiffness, and displacement were determined under the neutral, flexion, or extension conditions of the hip joint, respectively. The stress and displacement of the femur after the implant removal were also investigated. RESULTS (1) There were no obvious differences among the three FNS groups in terms of the IFM distance. However, the LP-FNS group showed less rotational angle compared with conventional FNS (neutral: 1 H-FNS, -61.64%; 2 H-FNS, -45.40%). Also, the maximum bone-implant interface compression stress was obviously decreased under the neutral, flexion, or extension conditions of the hip joint (1 H-FNS: -6.47%, -20.59%, or -4.49%; 2 H-FNS: -3.11%, 16.70%, or -7.03%; respectively). (2) After the implant removal, there was no notable difference in the maximum displacement between the three groups, but the maximum von Mises stress displayed a notable difference between LP-FNS and 1 H-FNS groups (-15.27%) except for the difference between LP-FNS and 2 H-FNS groups (-4.57%). CONCLUSIONS The LP-FNS may not only provide the same biomechanical stabilities as the 1 H-FNS and 2 H-FNS, but also have more advantages in rotational resistance especially under the neutral condition of the hip joint, in the bone-implant interface compression stress, and after the implant removal. In addition, the 1 H-FNS and 2 H-FNS have similar biomechanical stabilities except for the maximum von Mises stress after the implant removal. The femur after the LP-FNS removal not only is subjected to relatively little stress but also minimizes stress concentration areas.
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- Jun Sun
- Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Shanghai, 200120, China
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- Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Shanghai, 200120, China.
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Morales Avalos JE, Morales-Avalos R, Martínez-Guajardo KV, Pacheco-García LM, Perelli S, Monllau JC, Sánchez Egea AJ, Serrancoli G. How effective is proximal fibular osteotomy in redistributing joint pressures? Insights from an HTO comparative in-silico study. J Orthop Surg Res 2024; 19:333. [PMID: 38835085 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-024-04807-8] [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: 03/25/2024] [Accepted: 05/22/2024] [Indexed: 06/06/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Knee osteoarthritis (KOA) represents a widespread degenerative condition among adults that significantly affects quality of life. This study aims to elucidate the biomechanical implications of proximal fibular osteotomy (PFO), a proposed cost-effective and straightforward intervention for KOA, comparing its effects against traditional high tibial osteotomy (HTO) through in-silico analysis. METHODS Using medical imaging and finite element analysis (FEA), this research quantitatively evaluates the biomechanical outcomes of a simulated PFO procedure in patients with severe medial compartment genu-varum, who have undergone surgical correction with HTO. The study focused on evaluating changes in knee joint contact pressures, stress distribution, and anatomical positioning of the center of pressure (CoP). Three models are generated for each of the five patients investigated in this study, a preoperative original condition model, an in-silico PFO based on the same original condition data, and a reversed-engineered HTO in-silico model. RESULTS The novel contribution of this investigation is the quantitative analysis of the impact of PFO on the biomechanics of the knee joint. The results provide mechanical evidence that PFO can effectively redistribute and homogenize joint stresses, while also repositioning the CoP towards the center of the knee, similar to what is observed post HTO. The findings propose PFO as a potentially viable and simpler alternative to conventional surgical methods for managing severe KOA, specifically in patients with medial compartment genu-varum. CONCLUSION This research also marks the first application of FEA that may support one of the underlying biomechanical theories of PFO, providing a foundation for future clinical and in-silico studies.
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- Jorge Eduardo Morales Avalos
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Eduard Maristany 16, 08019, Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain.
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics, Articular Physiology and Experimental Orthopedic Surgery, Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, 64460, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics, Articular Physiology and Experimental Orthopedic Surgery, Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, 64460, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics, Articular Physiology and Experimental Orthopedic Surgery, Department of Physiology, School of Medicine, Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon, 64460, Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Hospital del Mar, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Pg. Marítim de la Barceloneta, 25, 08003, Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- ICATKnee (ICATME), Hospital Universitari Dexeus, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 08028, Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Hospital del Mar, Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona, Pg. Marítim de la Barceloneta, 25, 08003, Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- ICATKnee (ICATME), Hospital Universitari Dexeus, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, 08028, Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Eduard Maristany 16, 08019, Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, Eduard Maristany 16, 08019, Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
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Zhang H, Ma J, Tian A, lu B, Bai H, Dai J, Wu Y, Chen J, Luo W, Ma X. Analysis of cartilage loading and injury correlation in knee varus deformity. Medicine (Baltimore) 2024; 103:e38065. [PMID: 38728521 PMCID: PMC11081555 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000038065] [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: 12/07/2023] [Accepted: 04/09/2024] [Indexed: 05/12/2024] Open
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Knee varus (KV) deformity leads to abnormal forces in the different compartments of the joint cavity and abnormal mechanical loading thus leading to knee osteoarthritis (KOA). This study used computer-aided design to create 3-dimensional simulation models of KOA with varying varus angles to analyze stress distribution within the knee joint cavity using finite element analysis for different varus KOA models and to compare intra-articular loads among these models. Additionally, we developed a cartilage loading model of static KV deformity to correlate with dynamic clinical cases of cartilage injury. Different KV angle models were accurately simulated with computer-aided design, and the KV angles were divided into (0°, 3°, 6°, 9°, 12°, 15°, and 18°) 7 knee models, and then processed with finite element software, and the Von-Mises stress distribution and peak values of the cartilage of the femoral condyles, medial tibial plateau, and lateral plateau were obtained by simulating the human body weight in axial loading while performing the static extension position. Finally, intraoperative endoscopy visualization of cartilage injuries in clinical cases corresponding to KV deformity subgroups was combined to find cartilage loading and injury correlations. With increasing varus angle, there was a significant increase in lower limb mechanical axial inward excursion and peak Von-Mises stress in the medial interstitial compartment. Analysis of patients' clinical data demonstrated a significant correlation between varus deformity angle and cartilage damage in the knee, medial plateau, and patellofemoral intercompartment. Larger varus deformity angles could be associated with higher medial cartilage stress loads and increased cartilage damage in the corresponding peak stress area. When the varus angle exceeds 6°, there is an increased risk of cartilage damage, emphasizing the importance of early surgical correction to prevent further deformity and restore knee function.
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- Hongjie Zhang
- Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, PR China
- Tianjin Orthopedic Research Institute, Tianjin, PR China
- Kunming Medical University Affiliated Dehong Hospital/Dehongzhou People’s Hospital, Mangshi, China
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- Tianjin University Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, PR China
- Tianjin Orthopedic Research Institute, Tianjin, PR China
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- Tianjin University Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, PR China
- Tianjin Orthopedic Research Institute, Tianjin, PR China
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- Tianjin University Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, PR China
- Tianjin Orthopedic Research Institute, Tianjin, PR China
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- Tianjin University Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, PR China
- Tianjin Orthopedic Research Institute, Tianjin, PR China
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- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, PR China
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- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, PR China
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- Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, PR China
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- Tianjin University Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, PR China
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- Tianjin University Tianjin Hospital, Tianjin, PR China
- Tianjin Orthopedic Research Institute, Tianjin, PR China
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Chen L, Wang M, Wu Z, Sun J, Li J, Chen C, Ye C. Advancements in health informatics: finite element insights into medial open-wedge high tibial osteotomy and lateral meniscal tears. MATHEMATICAL BIOSCIENCES AND ENGINEERING : MBE 2024; 21:5394-5410. [PMID: 38872540 DOI: 10.3934/mbe.2024237] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2024]
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Knee medial compartment osteoarthritis is effectively treated by a medial open-wedge high tibial osteotomy (MOWHTO). The feasibility and safety of MOWHTO for mild lateral meniscal tears are unknown. This study examined the feasibility and safety of knee joint weight-bearing line ratio (WBLr) adjustment during MOWHTO with lateral meniscal injuries. We used a healthy adult male's lower extremities computed tomography scans and knee joint magnetic resonance imaging images to create a normal fine element (FE) model. Based on this model, we generated nine FE models for the MOWHTO operation (WBLr: 40-80%) and 15 models for various lateral meniscal injuries. A compressive load of 650N was applied to all cases to calculate the von Mises stress (VMS), and the intact lateral meniscus' maximal VMS at 77.5% WBLr was accepted as the corrective upper limit stress. Our experimental results show that mild lateral meniscal tears can withstand MOWHTO, while severe tears cannot. Our findings expand the use of MOWHTO and provide a theoretical direction for practical decisions in patients with lateral meniscal injuries.
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- Lin Chen
- Department of Orthopedics, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550004, China
- Center for Tissue Engineering and Stem Cells, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550004, China
- Department of Orthopedics, People's Hospital of Xingyi City, Xingyi 562400, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, People's Hospital of Xingyi City, Xingyi 562400, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550004, China
- Center for Tissue Engineering and Stem Cells, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550004, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, People's Hospital of Xingyi City, Xingyi 562400, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, People's Hospital of Xingyi City, Xingyi 562400, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, People's Hospital of Xingyi City, Xingyi 562400, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Affiliated Hospital of Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550004, China
- Center for Tissue Engineering and Stem Cells, Guizhou Medical University, Guiyang 550004, China
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Ding K, Zhu Y, Zhang Y, Li Y, Wang H, Li J, Chen W, Zhang Q, Zhang Y. Proximal femoral bionic nail-a novel internal fixation system for the treatment of femoral neck fractures: a finite element analysis. Front Bioeng Biotechnol 2023; 11:1297507. [PMID: 38116197 PMCID: PMC10728673 DOI: 10.3389/fbioe.2023.1297507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/20/2023] [Accepted: 11/20/2023] [Indexed: 12/21/2023] Open
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Introduction: Currently, cannulated screws (CSs) and dynamic hip screws (DHSs) are widely used for the treatment of femoral neck fractures, but the postoperative complications associated with these internal fixations remain high. In response to this challenge, our team proposes a new approach involving triangular-supported fixation and the development of the proximal femoral bionic nail (PFBN). The primary objective of this study is to investigate the biomechanical differences among CSs, DHSs, and the PFBN in their capacity to stabilize femoral neck fractures. Methods: A normal proximal femur model was constructed according to the CT data of a normal healthy adult. A femoral neck fracture model was constructed and fixed with CSs, DHSs, and the PFBN to simulate the fracture fixation model. Abaqus 6.14 software was used to compare the biomechanical characters of the three fracture fixation models. Results: The maximum stresses and displacements of the normal proximal femur were 45.35 MPa and 2.83 mm, respectively. Under axial loading, the PFBN was more effective than DHSs and CSs in improving the stress concentration of the internal fixation and reducing the peak values of von Mises stress, maximum principal stress, and minimum principal stress. The PFBN fixation model exhibits superior overall and fracture section stability in comparison to both the DHS fixation model and the CS fixation model under axial loading. Notably, the maximum stress and peak displacement of the PFBN and bone were lower than those of the DHS and CS fixation models under bending and torsional loading. Conclusion: The PFBN shows considerable improvement in reducing stress concentration, propagating stress, and enhancing the overall stability in the femoral neck fracture fixation model compared to DHSs and CSs. These enhancements more closely correspond to the tissue structure and biomechanical characteristics of the proximal femur, demonstrating that the PFBN has great potential for therapeutic purposes in treating femoral neck fractures.
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- Kai Ding
- Hebei Orthopaedic Clinical Research Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopeadic Equipment, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Minimally Invasive Intelligent Equipment, Ministry of Education, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Orthopaedic Clinical Research Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopeadic Equipment, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Minimally Invasive Intelligent Equipment, Ministry of Education, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Orthopaedic Clinical Research Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopeadic Equipment, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Minimally Invasive Intelligent Equipment, Ministry of Education, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Orthopaedic Clinical Research Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopeadic Equipment, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Minimally Invasive Intelligent Equipment, Ministry of Education, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Orthopaedic Clinical Research Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopeadic Equipment, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Minimally Invasive Intelligent Equipment, Ministry of Education, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Orthopaedic Clinical Research Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopeadic Equipment, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Minimally Invasive Intelligent Equipment, Ministry of Education, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Orthopaedic Clinical Research Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopeadic Equipment, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Minimally Invasive Intelligent Equipment, Ministry of Education, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Orthopaedic Clinical Research Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopeadic Equipment, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Minimally Invasive Intelligent Equipment, Ministry of Education, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Hebei Orthopaedic Clinical Research Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopeadic Equipment, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, Shijiazhuang, China
- Engineering Research Center of Orthopaedic Minimally Invasive Intelligent Equipment, Ministry of Education, Shijiazhuang, China
- Chinese Academy of Engineering, Bejing, China
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Toro G, Cecere AB, Braile A, Cicco AD, Liguori S, Tarantino U, Iolascon G. New insights in lower limb reconstruction strategies. Ther Adv Musculoskelet Dis 2023; 15:1759720X231189008. [PMID: 37529331 PMCID: PMC10387789 DOI: 10.1177/1759720x231189008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2023] [Accepted: 07/04/2023] [Indexed: 08/03/2023] Open
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High Energy Musculoskeletal Traumas (HEMTs) represent a relevant problem for healthcare systems, considering the high social costs, and both the high morbidity and mortality. The poor outcomes associated with HEMT are related to the high incidence of complications, including bone infection, fracture malunion and non-union. The treatment of each of these complications could be extremely difficult. Limb reconstruction often needs multiple procedures, rising some questions on the opportunity in perseverate to try to save the affected limb. In fact, theoretically, amputation may guarantee better function and lower complications. However, amputation is not free of complication, and a high long-term social cost has been reported. A comprehensive literature review was performed to suggest possible ways to optimize the limb preservation surgeries of HEMT's complications in order to ameliorate their management.
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- Giuseppe Toro
- Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties and Dentistry, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Naples, Italy
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- Unit of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, San Giuliano Hospital, Giugliano in Campania, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties and Dentistry, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Naples, Italy Unit of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Santa Maria delle Grazie Hospital, Pozzuoli, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties and Dentistry, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Sciences and Translational Medicine, University of Rome Tor Vergata, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Specialties and Dentistry, University of Campania “Luigi Vanvitelli”, Naples, Italy
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Wu L, Sun J, Fang N, Peng Q, Gao S, Liu L. Should cannulated screws be removed after a femoral neck fracture has healed, and how? A finite element analysis of the femur before and after cannulated screw removal. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2022; 46:2393-2403. [PMID: 35852654 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-022-05516-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2022] [Accepted: 07/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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PURPOSE The removal of three inverted triangular parallel cannulated screws after the femoral neck fracture healing is sometimes accompanied by osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) or its refracture. The purpose of this study was to determine the biomechanical changes of the femur before and after the screw removal using a finite element analysis. METHODS The CT data of the femurs were obtained from a 69-year-old healthy female to establish the femur models. The established finite element models consisted of N, C, and R groups: N group, the normal femur; C group (to simulate the femoral neck fracture healing after the internal fixation), the normal femur with three inverted triangular parallel cannulated screws (C1) or with two upper parallel screws (C2). For the R1 or R2 groups, the screws in the model of the C1 or C2 individuals were gradually removed in seven or three types of different screw combinations, respectively. The stresses and displacements of the femur were determined. RESULTS (1) Compared with the N group, a uniform stress distribution was stopped by the addition of three screws in the C1 group; in contrast, all screw removals resulted in the stress concentration on the screw holes and the disappearance of stress shielding. Moreover, the average stress of the femoral head in C1 group increased by 37.85%, while that of the femoral neck decreased by 23.03%. (2) Compared with the C1 group, while only the lowest femoral calcar screw was removed, there was a similar stress distribution in the proximal femur, and the average stress of the femoral head increased only by 0.35% although that of the femoral neck increased by 63.62%; however, removal by any other means resulted in a significant stress concentration in the proximal femur and a significant increase in the average stresses of the femoral head and neck (5.96-40.95% and 12.82-75.46%, respectively). (3) Compared with the N or C1 group, there was a significant stress concentration on the screws and its surrounding proximal femur in the C2 group. (4) Compared with the C2 group, the simultaneous removal of two upper screws not only did not cause a significant stress concentration on the proximal femur but also significantly reduced the average stresses of the femoral head and neck by 87.49% and 65.51% respectively. On the contrary, the gradual removal of two screws caused a significant stress concentration on the screw and its surrounding proximal femur although the average stresses of the femoral head and neck decreased by 88.79-89.06% and 67.00-67.22%, respectively. (5) Compared with the N group, the average displacements of the femoral head and neck in the C1 group increased only by 3.12% and 3.37%, respectively. Additionally, compared with the C1 group, while three, two, or one screw was simultaneously removed, the average displacements of the femoral head and neck only fluctuated - 5.51-1.65% and 1.78-9.03%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Residual internal fixation after femoral neck fracture healing may lead to stress concentration on screws and stress shielding around screws. The first removal of the lowest femoral calcar screw and then the second removal of two upper residual screws have a minimum effect on the stress concentration on the proximal femur and the average stress on the femoral head. The incorrect screw removal and resulting femoral load may well be closely related to occurrence in ONFH or its refracture.
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- Le Wu
- Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Trauma Orthopaedics, Shanghai East Hospital, Tongji University School of Medicine, 150 Jimo Road, Shanghai, China.
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Ding K, Zhu Y, Li Y, Wang H, Cheng X, Yang W, Zhang Y, Chen W, Zhang Q. Triangular support intramedullary nail: A new internal fixation innovation for treating intertrochanteric fracture and its finite element analysis. Injury 2022; 53:1796-1804. [PMID: 35354529 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2022.03.032] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2021] [Revised: 02/13/2022] [Accepted: 03/18/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Proximal femoral nail anti-rotation (PFNA) and Gamma nail were recommended for intertrochanteric fracture, however, with high rate of post-operation complications. The triangular support intramedullary nail (TSIN) was designed to reduce the risk of postoperative complications related to Gamma nail and PFNA, and the aim is to compare the biomechanical characters of Gamma nail, PFNA and TSIN for fixation of intertrochanteric fracture and prove the rationality of the concept of triangle fixation in the treatment of intertrochanteric fractures. METHODS The finite element model of proximal femur was constructed according to the CT data of femur. Intertrochanteric fracture models with Evans type Ⅰ and Ⅳ were established and fixed with Gamma nail, PFNA and TSIN by UG-NX 12.0. The finite element analysis software was used to compare the stress distribution and displacement of three implants fixation models. RESULTS Under axial loading of 600 N, the peak stress and maximum displacement of intact proximal femur was 13.78 MPa and 1.33 mm, respectively. The maximum stress of TSIN for fixation of Evans type Ⅰ and Ⅳ intertrochanteric fractures was 86.23 MPa and 160.63 MPa which was significantly lower than that of Gamma nail and PFNA. The maximum relative displacement of fracture section in Gamma nail and PFNA fixation models was 0.18 mm and 0.19 mm which has 135% and 148% higher than in TSIN fixation models for fixing Evans type Ⅰ intertrochanteric fracture, and 0.47 mm and 0.59 mm which has 91% and 140% higher than in TSIN fixation models for stabilization of Evans type Ⅳ intertrochanteric fracture. CONCLUSION Compared with Gamma nail and PFNA fixation, TSIN has superior advantages in stress distribution and construct stability. We believe that triangle fixation concept help to reduce the risk of post-operative complications associated with PFNA and Gamma nail and improve the clinical effect of intertrochanteric fracture.
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- Kai Ding
- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, No.139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China; Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, No.139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China; Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, No.139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China; Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, No.139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China; Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, No.139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China; Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, No.139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China; Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, No.139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China; Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China; NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopeadic Equipment (The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University), PR China; Chinese Academy of Engineering, Beijing, PR China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, No.139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China; Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China; NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopeadic Equipment (The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University), PR China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, No.139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China; Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, Hebei 050051, PR China.
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Ding K, Zhu Y, Wang H, Li Y, Yang W, Cheng X, Zhang Y, Chen W, Zhang Q. A comparative Study of Novel Extramedullary Fixation and Dynamic Hip Screw in the Fixation of Intertrochanteric Fracture: A Finite-Element Analysis. Front Surg 2022; 9:911141. [PMID: 35693317 PMCID: PMC9174929 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.911141] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2022] [Accepted: 05/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background Dynamic hip screw (DHS) is one of the most widely internal fixations for stabilizing intertrochanteric fracture, however, with a high risk of postoperative complications. The triangle support fixation plate (TSFP) is developed to reduce the postoperative complications. The purpose of study is to evaluate the biomechanical performance of the DHS and TSFP and demonstrate the rationality of triangular internal fixation for stabilizing intertrochanteric fractures. Methods The CT data of the proximal femur were used to establish finite-element models. Evans type I and IV intertrochanteric fracture were constructed and stabilized with the DHS and TSFP. The Von-Mises stress, maximum principal stress, minimum principal stress, and displacement were used to evaluate the biomechanical effect of two implants on intertrochanteric fracture. Results Under a 600N axial load, the maximum stress and displacement of an intact proximal femur were 13.78 MPa and 1.33 mm, respectively. The peak stresses of the bone in the TSFP were 35.41 MPa and 68.97 MPa for treating Evans type I and IV intertrochanteric fractures, respectively, which were lower than those in the DHS. The maximum overall displacement and relative distance of the fracture surface in the DHS fixation model were 1.66 mm and 0.10 mm for treating Evans type I intertrochanteric fracture, which was 29.59% and 150% higher than that in the TSFP, and were 2.24 mm and 0.75 mm for treating Evans type IV intertrochanteric fracture, which was 42.58% and 650% higher than that in the TSFP. Conclusions In conclusion, the TSFP has obvious advantages in stress distribution and stability than the DHS, providing a promising option for the treatment of intertrochanteric fractures.
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- Kai Ding
- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopaedic Equipment, the third hospital of hebei medical university, Shijiazhuang, China
- Chinese Academy of Engineering, Bingjiaokou Hutong, Beijing, China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
- NHC Key Laboratory of Intelligent Orthopaedic Equipment, the third hospital of hebei medical university, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
- Key Laboratory of Biomechanics of Hebei Province, Orthopaedic Research Institute of Hebei Province, Shijiazhuang, China
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Dandu N, Knapik DM, Trasolini NA, Zavras AG, Yanke AB. Future Directions in Patellofemoral Imaging and 3D Modeling. Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med 2022; 15:82-89. [PMID: 35469362 DOI: 10.1007/s12178-022-09746-7] [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] [Accepted: 01/06/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Patellofemoral instability involves complex, three-dimensional pathological anatomy. However, current clinical evaluation and diagnosis relies on attempting to capture the pathology through numerous two-dimensional measurements. This current review focuses on recent advancements in patellofemoral imaging and three-dimensional modeling. RECENT FINDINGS Several studies have demonstrated the utility of dynamic imaging modalities. Specifically, radiographic patellar tracking correlates with symptomatic instability, and quadriceps activation and weightbearing alter patellar kinematics. Further advancements include the study of three-dimensional models. Automation of commonly utilized measurements such as tibial tubercle-trochlear groove (TT-TG) distance has the potential to resolve issues with inter-rater reliability and fluctuation with knee flexion or tibial rotation. Future directions include development of robust computational models (e.g., finite element analysis) capable of incorporating patient-specific data for surgical planning purposes. While several studies have utilized novel dynamic imaging and modeling techniques to enhance our understanding of patellofemoral joint mechanics, these methods have yet to find a definitive clinical utility. Further investigation is required to develop practical implementation into clinical workflow.
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- Navya Dandu
- Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W Harrison St, St 300, Chicago, IL, 60612, USA
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- Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W Harrison St, St 300, Chicago, IL, 60612, USA
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- Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W Harrison St, St 300, Chicago, IL, 60612, USA
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- Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W Harrison St, St 300, Chicago, IL, 60612, USA
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- Rush University Medical Center, 1611 W Harrison St, St 300, Chicago, IL, 60612, USA.
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