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Sanchis-Alfonso V, Teitge RA. Decision Making and Management of Anterior Knee Pain in Young Patients With Pathological Femoral Anteversion: A Critical Analysis Review. J Am Acad Orthop Surg 2024:00124635-990000000-01046. [PMID: 39018576 DOI: 10.5435/jaaos-d-23-01155] [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: 12/01/2023] [Accepted: 05/13/2024] [Indexed: 07/19/2024] Open
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Pathological femoral anteversion (FAV) or femoral maltorsion is often overlooked as a cause of anterior knee pain (AKP). Therefore, it should be routinely evaluated during physical examination of the patient with AKP. FAV is a problem because it changes the direction of the quadriceps and thereby the force acting on the patellofemoral joint. The Murphy CT method comes closest to showing the anatomical reality when FAV is evaluated. The treatment of choice in a patient with AKP with symptomatic excessive FAV is the femoral derotational osteotomy. Before doing a derotational osteotomy, the hip joint should be evaluated to avoid hip pain. Currently, no scientific evidence supports the cutoff point at which derotational femoral osteotomy should be the treatment of choice in young patients with AKP with symptomatic pathological FAV. Furthermore, no evidence exists regarding the level at which the osteotomy must be done.
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- Vicente Sanchis-Alfonso
- From the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Hospital Arnau de Vilanova, Valencia, Spain (Sanchis-Alfonso), and Emeritus, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI (Teitge)
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Sano S, Matsushita T, Nagata N, Tokura T, Nukuto K, Nakanishi Y, Nishida K, Nagai K, Kanzaki N, Hoshino Y, Matsumoto T, Kuroda R. Morphological analysis of the distal femur as a surgical reference in biplane distal femoral osteotomy. Sci Rep 2024; 14:12130. [PMID: 38802483 PMCID: PMC11130220 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-62988-y] [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: 02/06/2024] [Accepted: 05/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/29/2024] Open
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Distal femoral osteotomy (DFO) is performed alone or with high tibial osteotomy (HTO) for patients with osteoarthritis and distal femur deformities. DFO is technically demanding, particularly when creating an anterior flange. Herein, we examined the morphological characteristics of the distal femur based on the cortical shape as a surgical reference for biplanar DFO. Computed tomography images of 50 valgus and 50 varus knees of patients who underwent biplanar DFO or total knee arthroplasty were analyzed. Axial slices at the initial level of the transverse osteotomy in the DFO and slices 10 mm proximal and 10 mm distal to that level were selected. The medial and lateral cortical angles and heights (MCLA, LCLA, MCH, and LCH) were measured on axial slices. Statistical comparisons were performed between the medial and lateral cortices and valgus and varus knees. MCLA and MCH were significantly smaller and lower, respectively, than LCLA and LCH (P < 0.01). The MCLA and MCH of varus knees were significantly smaller and lower, respectively, than those of valgus knees (P < 0.01). Surgeons should carefully observe morphological differences in the distal femur cortex, distinguishing between medial and lateral knees and varus and valgus knees during the creation of the anterior flange in the DFO.
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- Shohei Sano
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, 650-0017, Japan
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Ribeiro R, Gomes E, Ferreira B, Figueiredo I, Valente C, Delgado D, Sánchez M, Andrade R, Espregueira-Mendes J. Derotational distal femoral osteotomy corrects excessive femoral anteversion in patients with patellofemoral instability: A systematic review. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2024; 32:713-724. [PMID: 38385776 DOI: 10.1002/ksa.12097] [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: 12/13/2023] [Revised: 01/25/2024] [Accepted: 02/04/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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PURPOSE Patellofemoral instability (PFI) is a common condition that can be caused from multiple factors, including lower limb rotational malalignments. Determining precise criteria for performing corrective torsional osteotomy can be a daunting task due to the lack of consensus on normal and excessive values and the limited evidence-based data in the postoperative results. The purpose was to assess the clinical, functional and imaging outcomes following derotational distal femoral osteotomy (DDFO) in patients with PFI and/or anterior knee pain (AKP) associated with lower limb rotational malalignments. METHODS Searches were conducted on PubMed, EMBASE and Web of Science databases up to October 2023. Studies reporting outcomes after DDFO in patients with PFI and/or AKP were eligible for the systematic review. The primary outcome was imaging metrics, especially femoral anteversion. Secondary outcomes included the patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) (clinical and functional). Quantitative synthesis involved the use of weighted averages to calculate pre- to postoperative mean differences (MD) and compare them against the minimal clinically important difference (MCID). RESULTS Ten studies (309 knees) were included with a mean follow-up of 36.1 ± 11.7 months. Imaging outcomes consistently indicated the correction of femoral anteversion (MD = -19.4 degrees, 95% confidence interval: -20.1 to -18.7) following DDFO. PROMs showed significant improvements in most studies, exceeding the MCID. Patient satisfaction with the DDFO was high (93.3%). CONCLUSIONS The DDFO was an effective treatment option for correcting excessive femoral anteversion in patients with PFI associated with clinically relevant functional and clinical improvement and a high satisfaction rate. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, systematic review of level II-IV studies.
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- Clínica Espregueira-FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Porto, Portugal
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- Clínica Espregueira-FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Porto, Portugal
- Dom Henrique Research Centre, Porto, Portugal
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- Advanced Biological Therapy Unit, Hospital Vithas Vitoria, Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
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- Advanced Biological Therapy Unit, Hospital Vithas Vitoria, Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
- Arthroscopic Surgery Unit, Hospital Vithas Vitoria, Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain
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- Clínica Espregueira-FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Porto, Portugal
- Dom Henrique Research Centre, Porto, Portugal
- Porto Biomechanics Laboratory (LABIOMEP), Faculty of Sports, University of Porto, Porto, Portugal
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- School of Medicine, Minho University, Braga, Portugal
- Clínica Espregueira-FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Porto, Portugal
- Dom Henrique Research Centre, Porto, Portugal
- ICVS/3B's-PT Government Associate Laboratory, Braga/Guimarães, Portugal
- 3B's Research Group-Biomaterials, Biodegradables and Biomimetics, Headquarters of the European Institute of Excellence on Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine, University of Minho, Braga, Portugal
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Cale F, Genet F, Rougereau G. New Distal femoral osteotomy technique for adult patients with major epiphyseal valgus dysplasia. J Clin Orthop Trauma 2023; 40:102167. [PMID: 37273766 PMCID: PMC10238761 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcot.2023.102167] [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: 01/15/2023] [Revised: 03/27/2023] [Accepted: 05/11/2023] [Indexed: 06/06/2023] Open
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The management of constitutional knee deformities may be a challenge. In most cases, the deformities are limited and accessible to conventional osteotomy techniques. This case reports an adult with extreme epiphyseal dysplasia of both distal femurs, and its management by a new osteotomy technique. At the last follow-up, 2.8 years after the previous surgery, the patient was walking without limitation or pain, and all osteotomies were healed. He had a Knee Society Score (KSS) of 57 and a functional KSS score of 100.
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- Fabien Cale
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Raymond Poincaré Hospital, 104 BD Raymond Poincaré, 92380, Garches, France
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- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department, Raymond Poincaré Hospital, 104 BD Raymond Poincaré, 92380, Garches, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Raymond Poincaré Hospital, 104 BD Raymond Poincaré, 92380, Garches, France
- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Pitié-Salpêtrière Hospital, AP-HP, Sorbonne University, 47-83 Boulevard de l'Hôpital, 75013, Paris, France
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Ahmad SS, Konrads C, Niemann M, Stöckle U, Windhagen H, Giebel GM. The Female Pelvis Is Associated with a Lateralized Ischium and a Reduced Ischiofemoral Space. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12041603. [PMID: 36836138 PMCID: PMC9968236 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12041603] [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: 12/04/2022] [Revised: 02/03/2023] [Accepted: 02/13/2023] [Indexed: 02/19/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Pelvi-femoral conflicts are increasingly recognized for their explanatory role in the pathology of extra-articular hip impingement. Ischiofemoral impingement (IFI) is a type of impingement between the femur and the ischium that causes high femoral antetorsion and valgus femoral neck orientation. It is unknown whether obstetric adaptation of the female pelvis renders the female hip at a higher risk of sustaining IFI. The aim of this study was to determine the influence of the pelvic morphology on the ischiofemoral space (IFS). METHODS Plain radiographs of healthy individuals with no symptomatic hip disease were obtained in a functional standing position in a standardized manner and utilized for measurement of the interischial and ischiofemoral widths, subpubic angle, and centrum collum diaphyseal (CCD) angle. Linear regression was performed to determine the influence of morphometric measures on the ischiofemoral space. RESULTS Sixty-five radiographs (34 females and 31 males) were included. The cohort was stratified according to gender. Significant gender-related differences were noted regarding the ischiofemoral distance (31% increase in males, p < 0.001), pubic-arc angle (30% increased in females, p < 0.001), and the interischial space (7% increase in females, p < 0.001). CCD did not significantly differ between genders (p = 0.2). Factors influencing the IFS include the pubic-arc angle (β = -0.01 (CI -0.02--0.00), p = 0.003), interischial distance (β = -0.11 (CI -0.23--0.00), p = 0.049) and CCD (β = -0.06 (CI -0.09--0.04), p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Obstetric adaptation is associated with an increased subpubic angle that shifts the ischia laterally and away from the symphysis. The resultant reduction in the ischiofemoral space renders the female pelvis at a higher risk for a pelvi-femoral conflict, or more precisely, an ischiofemoral conflict, due to the reduced ischiofemoral space of the hip. The CCD angle of the femur was shown not to be gender specific. However, the CCD angle demonstrates an influence on the ischiofemoral space, rendering the proximal femur a target for corresponding osteotomies.
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- Sufian S. Ahmad
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hannover Medical School, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Tübingen, 72076 Tübingen, Germany
- Correspondence:
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- Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Charité—University Medical Center Berlin, 13353 Berlin, Germany
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- Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Charité—University Medical Center Berlin, 13353 Berlin, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hannover Medical School, 30625 Hannover, Germany
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- Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Charité—University Medical Center Berlin, 13353 Berlin, Germany
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Flury A, Hoch A, Hodel S, Imhoff FB, Fucentese SF, Zingg PO. No relevant mechanical leg axis deviation in the frontal and sagittal planes is to be expected after subtrochanteric or supracondylar femoral rotational or derotational osteotomy. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2023; 31:414-423. [PMID: 35031820 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-021-06843-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/15/2021] [Accepted: 12/03/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to investigate if one level of corrective femoral osteotomy (subtrochanteric or supracondylar) bears an increased risk of unintentional implications on frontal and sagittal plane alignment in a simulated clinical setting. METHODS Out of 100 cadaveric femora, 23 three-dimensional (3-D) surface models with femoral antetorsion (femAT) deformities (> 22° or < 2°) were investigated, and femAT normalized to 12° with single plane rotational osteotomies, perpendicular to the mechanical axis of the femur. Change of the frontal and sagittal plane alignment was expressed by the mechanical lateral distal femoral angle (mLDFA) and the posterior distal femoral angle (PDFA), respectively. The influence of morphologic factors of the femur [centrum-collum-diaphyseal (CCD) angle and antecurvatum radius (ACR)] were assessed. Furthermore, position changes of the lesser (LT) and greater trochanters (GT) in the frontal and sagittal plane compared to the hip centre were investigated. RESULTS Mean femoral derotation of the high-antetorsion group (n = 6) was 12.3° (range 10-17°). In the frontal plane, mLDFA changed a mean of 0.1° (- 0.06 to 0.3°) (n.s.) and - 0.3° (- 0.5 to - 0.1) (p = 0.03) after subtrochanteric and supracondylar osteotomy, respectively. In the sagittal plane, PDFA changed a mean of 1° (0.7 to 1.1) (p = 0.03) and 0.3° (0.1 to 0.7) (p = 0.03), respectively. The low-antetorsion group (n = 17) was rotated by a mean of 13.8° (10°-23°). mLDFA changed a mean of - 0.2° (- 0.5° to 0.2°) (p < 0.006) and 0.2° (0-0.5°) (p < 0.001) after subtrochanteric and supracondylar osteotomy, respectively. PDFA changed a mean of 1° (- 2.3 to 1.3) (p < 0.01) and 0.5° (- 1.9 to 0.3) (p < 0.01), respectively. The amount of femAT correction was associated with increased postoperative deviation of the mechanical leg axis (p < 0.01). Using multiple regression analysis, no other morphological factors were found to influence mLDFA or PDFA. Internal rotational osteotomies decreased the ischial-lesser trochanteric space by < 5 mm in both the frontal and sagittal plane (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS In case of femAT correction of ≤ 20°, neither subtrochanteric nor supracondylar femoral derotational or rotational osteotomies have a clinically relevant impact on frontal or sagittal leg alignment. A relevant deviation in the sagittal (but not frontal plane) might occur in case of a > 25° subtrochanteric femAT correction. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Andreas Flury
- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zurich, Forchstrasse 340, 8008, Zurich, Switzerland.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zurich, Forchstrasse 340, 8008, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zurich, Forchstrasse 340, 8008, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zurich, Forchstrasse 340, 8008, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zurich, Forchstrasse 340, 8008, Zurich, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Balgrist University Hospital, University of Zurich, Forchstrasse 340, 8008, Zurich, Switzerland
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Matsushita T, Mori A, Watanabe S, Kataoka K, Oka S, Nishida K, Nagai K, Matsumoto T, Hoshino Y, Kuroda R. Analysis of bone union after medial closing wedge distal femoral osteotomy using a new radiographic scoring system. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2022; 142:2303-2312. [PMID: 35676376 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-022-04495-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2021] [Accepted: 05/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION To compare bone union after medial closing wedge distal femoral osteotomy (MCWDFO) with that after lateral closing wedge distal femoral osteotomy (LCWDFO) using a novel scoring system. MATERIALS AND METHODS The data of 30 patients who received biplanar MCWDFO for valgus knees (MCWDFO group) were retrospectively examined and compared to that of 22 patients (25 knees) who underwent biplanar LCWDFO via a double-level osteotomy (DLO) for varus knees (LCWDFO group). The progression of bone union of the transverse osteotomy plane in the femur was assessed using a newly developed scoring system using radiographs taken immediately after surgery and 3 and 6 months postoperatively. The scoring system is based on a scale of zero to six points with higher scores indicating better bone union. The incidence of hinge fractures was assessed using CT images, and the rates of reoperation were evaluated using medical record data. RESULTS The mean bone union score was significantly lower in the MCWDFO group than in the LCWDFO group 3 months (2.1 ± 1.9 vs. 3.7 ± 1.7, P < 0.01) and 6 months (3.8 ± 2.1 vs 4.9 ± 1.5, P < 0.05) postoperatively. The incidence ratio of hinge fractures was significantly higher in the MCWDFO group than in the LCWDFO group (70.0% vs. 32.0%, P < 0.01). Two patients in the MCWDFO group underwent reoperation for delayed bone union or non-union. CONCLUSION Bone union progression was slower and hinge fractures were more frequently observed after MCWDFO than after LCWDFO via DLO. MCWDFO is technically challenging, and patients must be monitored closely during and after surgery.
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- Takehiko Matsushita
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 650-0017, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Meiwa Hospital, Nishinomiya, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 650-0017, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kobe University Graduate School of Medicine, 7-5-1 Kusunoki-cho, Chuo-ku, Kobe, Hyogo, 650-0017, Japan
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Double-level torsional osteotomy a treatment for the 'inwardly pointing knee' syndrome. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2022; 143:2863-2875. [PMID: 35551448 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-022-04446-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2021] [Accepted: 04/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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INTRODUCTION A 'inwardly pointing knee' syndrome is a combined torsional deformity with increased femoral internal and tibial external torsion. After clinical and radiological verification of the torsional deformity and unsuccessful conservative therapy approach, a combined (double level) torsional osteotomy of femur and tibia might be the appropriate treatment. Here, we present the diagnostic algorithms, treatment, and outcome of combined torsional osteotomies of femur and tibia. The aim of the study is to show that patients treated with the procedure achieve patellofemoral stability and pain relief or reduction. MATERIAL AND METHODS Twenty torsional osteotomies performed on 18 patients were included. Nine patients had experienced patellar dislocation in 11 joints before. All patients were suffering from anterior knee pain. All patients underwent a clinical and radiographical evaluation, including a torsion angle CT scan. Pre- and post-operatively multiple commonly approved scores (Lysholm Score, Tegner Activity score, Kujala Score, VAS and Japanese Knee Society score) were acquired. RESULTS In 18 patients we performed 20 double-level torsional osteotomies. 9 patients suffered from patellar dislocations in 11 knee joints prior to surgery. All patients were suffering from anterior knee pain. Of these 7 patients achieved a stable joint after surgery without further patellar dislocations. All achieved more knee stability and experienced less patellar luxation then before surgery. The mean duration of follow-up was 59 months (range 9-173 months). The mean VAS was significantly reduced by 3.75 points (SD 2.09, p value 0.0002) from 5.50 points (SD 2.73, range 0-9) before surgery to 1.75 points (SD 1.67, range 0-5) after surgery. The Lysholm score increased significantly by mean of 27.6 (SD 17.55, p value 0.0001) from mean 62.45 (SD 22.71, range 22-100) before surgery to mean 90.05 (SD 10.18, range 66-100) after surgery. The Kujala Score did improve significantly in average by 25.20 points (SD 13.61, p value 0.00012) from mean 62.9 (SD 16.24, range 35-95) to mean 93.2 (SD 9.20, range 66-100). The Tegner activity score did increase significantly by 1.2 points (SD 1.47, p value 0.004) in average from mean 2.65 (SD 1.11, range 1-5) to mean 3.85 (SD 1.42, range 1-6). The Japanese knee score did increase significantly by 19.15 in average (SD 11.95, p value 0.0001) from mean 74.05 (SD 14.63, range 33-95) to mean 93.05 (SD 10.18, range 68-100). CONCLUSION This is the first publication reporting about simultaneous double-level torsional osteotomies in a comparatively high number of patients. In addition, this is the first publication assessing the patient collective afterwards with objectifying clinical outcome scores. The results show that double-level torsional osteotomy is an effective treatment for patients with patellar dislocation or subluxation associated to torsional deformities of femur and tibia. Furthermore, we introduce a diagnostic algorithm for 'inwardly pointing knee' syndrome. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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Changes in coronal alignment of the hip joint after medial opening wedge high tibial osteotomy. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND TRAUMATOLOGY 2022; 33:1159-1165. [PMID: 35467132 PMCID: PMC10126093 DOI: 10.1007/s00590-022-03269-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2022] [Accepted: 03/15/2022] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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PURPOSE An observation was made by the senior author of this paper that patients reported changes in their hip function after a medial opening wedge high tibial osteotomy (MOHTO) for varus pattern osteoarthritis. Alignment changes at the hip after MOHTO have not been previously documented. This study assesses coronal alignment changes at the hip after MOHTO. METHODS We retrospectively analysed pre- and post-operative lower limb alignment radiographs of patients who underwent MOHTO. The medial proximal tibial angle (MPTA) and mechanical axis deviation (MAD) were measured to assess the alignment changes created by the MOHTO. The coronal alignment changes at the hip were evaluated using the mechanical greater trochanter angle (MGTA). RESULTS 29 osteotomies in 27 patients were included in this study. Results showed MOHTO created alignment changes at the hip. A positive correlation was found between the size of the correction at the knee and the subsequent changes at the hip. The change in the MGTA had a stronger correlation with the MAD than with the change in MPTA (r = 0.684 vs. 0.585). It was found that age, weight, height and BMI had no significant influence on these correlations. CONCLUSIONS Increased correction by the MOHTO lead to increased change in the coronal alignment of the hip. These changes are likely to result in an alteration in the weight bearing portion of the femoral head and the function of the abductors and we recommend assessing the hip joint as part of pre-operative planning. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Prognostic level IV.
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Konrads C, Ahmad SS, Histing T, Ibrahim M. Iatrogenic ischiofemoral impingement due to high tibial osteotomy with overvalgization: a case report. J Med Case Rep 2022; 16:43. [PMID: 35115048 PMCID: PMC8815136 DOI: 10.1186/s13256-022-03257-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2021] [Accepted: 01/04/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background Open wedge high tibial osteotomy is a standard procedure for frontal realignment. It is indicated in varus knee with reduced mechanical medial proximal tibia angle. Overcorrection producing a mechanical medial proximal tibia angle out of the normal range (85–90°) is not recommended because this would lead to unphysiological joint-line orientation. Osteotomies around the knee also influence the adjacent ankle and hip joints. For the hip, it is known that frontal alignment of the leg influences the ischiofemoral space. A decreased ischiofemoral space can lead to painful impingement between the ischial bone and the lesser trochanter. Case presentation A 53-year-old German woman presented with severe ischiofemoral impingement symptoms and valgus malalignment of the left leg after open wedge high tibial osteotomy, which was indicated and performed by an orthopedic surgeon with intention to treat medial knee pain due to degenerative arthritis of the medial compartment years after medial meniscectomy. The mechanical medial proximal tibia angle was 100.5°. We performed closed wedge high tibial osteotomy producing a mechanical medial proximal tibia angle of 90.0° and normal joint-line orientation. The hip pain was gone immediately after the surgery, and the patient had no signs of ischiofemoral impingement or hip pain at last follow-up 12 months after closed wedge high tibial osteotomy. Conclusions Frontal realignment osteotomy around the knee can create problems at adjacent joints. Overvalgization of the proximal tibia made the patient compensate by hyperadduction of the hip to enable full foot sole contact with the floor. Hyperadduction of the hip decreased the ischiofemoral space, leading to severe impingement. Therefore, meticulous planning of osteotomies is important not to produce unphysiological situations or unwanted negative effects at the level of an adjacent joint.
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Affiliation(s)
- Christian Konrads
- Department for Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, BG Klinik, University of Tübingen, Schnarrenbergstr. 95, 72076, Tübingen, Germany.
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- Department for Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, BG Klinik, University of Tübingen, Schnarrenbergstr. 95, 72076, Tübingen, Germany.,Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Charité - University Medical Center Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department for Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, BG Klinik, University of Tübingen, Schnarrenbergstr. 95, 72076, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Nyon Hospital, Nyon, Switzerland
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Li YP, Li GP, Liu K, Zhao F, Zhao JJ, Wang GN, Liu C. Interpretation of ischiofemoral impingement via a clinical test using hip triaxial dynamic magnetic resonance imaging. Quant Imaging Med Surg 2022; 12:384-394. [PMID: 34993087 DOI: 10.21037/qims-21-292] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/16/2021] [Accepted: 06/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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BACKGROUND The present study aimed to use magnetic resonance (MR) to explore the dynamic changes of the ischiofemoral space (IFS) under the triaxial motion of the hip joint and verify the clinical test mechanism for ischiofemoral impingement (IFI). METHODS A prospective design was used to screen 37 patients with clinically confirmed IFI, which included a total of 67 lateral hips, and 39 healthy controls with a total of 69 lateral hips. A dynamic MR examination was performed in positions designed by a simulated IFI test (adduction, adduction with 30° external rotation, 30° internal rotation, supine with 30° flexion, and prone with 30° backward extension). The IFS (mm) and quadratus femoris space (QFS, mm) were measured in different positions. All the data were evaluated independently by three musculoskeletal radiologists. The differences between the two groups were compared using the two-tailed t-test. RESULTS The IFS and QFS in the case group were smaller than those in the control group. The IFS and QFS were significantly reduced in the prone with backward extension and adduction with external rotation positions of the hip. The correlation coefficients of the IFI test and long-stride walking (LSW) test were -0.621 and -0.715 for IFS and -0.653 and -0.696 for QFS, respectively. CONCLUSIONS In this study, the mechanism of the IFI-specific clinical examination (IFI and LSW tests) was verified by triaxial dynamic MR imaging of the hip joint, which provided a dynamic imaging basis for the clinical application of the IFI-specific impingement test. The IFI impingement test can be used as a specific clinical test for IFI screening.
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- Yu-Ping Li
- Department of Radiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical College, Chengde, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical College, Chengde, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical College, Chengde, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical College, Chengde, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical College, Chengde, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical College, Chengde, China
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- Department of Radiology, The Affiliated Hospital of Chengde Medical College, Chengde, China
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Distance from the magnification device contributes to differences in lower leg length measured in patients with TSF correction. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2022; 142:1511-1522. [PMID: 33674962 PMCID: PMC9217775 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-021-03831-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2020] [Accepted: 02/08/2021] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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INTRODUCTION In absence of deformity or injury of the contralateral leg, the contralateral leg length is used to plan limb lengthening. Length variability on long-leg weight-bearing radiographs (LLR) can lead to inaccurate deformity correction. The aim of the study was to (1) examine the variability of the measured limb length on LLR and (2) to examine the influence of the position of the magnification device. MATERIALS AND METHODS The limb lengths of 38 patients during deformity correction with a taylor-spatial-frame were measured retrospectively on 7.3 ± 2.6 (4-13) LLR per patient. The measured length of the untreated limb between LLR were used to determine length variability between LLR in each patient. To answer the secondary aim, we took LLR from a 90 cm validation distance. A magnification device was placed in different positions: at the middle of the 90 cm distance (z-position), 5 cm anterior and 5 cm posterior from the z-position, at the bottom and top of the validation distance as well as 5 cm medial and 15 cm lateral from the z-position. RESULTS The measured length variability ranged within a patient from 10 to 50 mm. 76% of patients had a measured limb length difference of ≥ 2 cm between taken LLR. Compared to length measurement of the 90 cm test object with the magnification device in the z-position (90.1 cm), positioning the device 5 cm anterior led to smaller (88.6 cm) and 5 cm posterior led to larger measurements (91.7 cm). The measured length with the magnification device at the bottom, top, medial or lateral (90.4; 89.9; 90.2; 89.8 cm) to the object differed not relevantly. CONCLUSIONS High variability of limb length between different LLR within one patient was observed. This can result from different positions of the magnification device in the sagittal plane. These small changes in positioning the device should be avoided to achieve accurate deformity correction and bone lengthening. This should be considered for all length and size measurements on radiographs.
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Deng X, Li L, Zhou P, Deng F, Li Y, He Y, Chen G, Li Z, Liu J. Medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction combined with biplanar supracondylar femoral derotation osteotomy in recurrent patellar dislocation with increased femoral internal torsion and genu valgum: a retrospective pilot study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2021; 22:990. [PMID: 34836529 PMCID: PMC8626929 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-021-04816-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2021] [Accepted: 10/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical and radiographic outcomes after medial patellofemoral ligament (MPFL) reconstruction combined with supracondylar biplanar femoral derotation osteotomy (FDO) in recurrent patellar dislocation (RPD) with increased femoral anteversion angle (FAA) and genu valgum. Methods Between January 2017 to December 2020, a total of 13 consecutive patients (13 knees, 4 males and 9 females, mean age 18.7 (range, 15–29 years) with RPD with increased FAA (FAA > 25°) and genu valgum (mechanical axis deformity of ≥5°) who underwent supracondylar biplanar FDO using a Tomofix-locking plate combined with MPFL reconstruction in our institution were included. Preoperative full-leg standing radiographs, lateral views, and hip-knee-ankle computed tomography (CT) scans were used to evaluate the mechanical lateral distal femoral angle (mLDFA), anatomical femorotibial angle (aFTA), mechanical axis, patellar height, tibial tubercle-trochlear groove (TT-TG) distance, and torsional angle of the tibial and femoral in the axial plane. Patient reported outcomes were evaluated using the International Knee Documentation Committee (IKDC) score, Kujala score, Lysholm score, visual analog scale (VAS), and Tegner score preoperatively and postoperatively. Postoperative CT scans were used to evaluate the changes of FAA and TT-TG, and full-leg standing radiographs was used to evaluate the changes of mLDFA, aFTA, and mechanical axis. Results A total of 13 patients (13 knees) were included with an average follow-up period of 26.7 months (range 24–33). No cases developed wound infection, soft tissue irritation, and recurrent patellar dislocation during the follow-up period after surgery. Bone healing at the osteotomy site was achieved in all cases, and all patients regained full extension and flexion. Clinical outcomes (VAS, Kujala, IKDC, Lysholom, and Tegner scores) improved significantly at the final follow-up after surgery (p < 0.05). The mean mLDFA, aFTA, mechanical axis, and TT-TG distance showed statistically significant improvement following the combined surgery (p < 0.05), while the CDI did not change significantly after surgery (p>0.05). Conclusion MPFL reconstruction combined with supracondylar biplanar FDO showed satisfactory clinical outcomes and radiographic results in the short-term follow-up period.
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- Xiangtian Deng
- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, 300071, People's Republic of China.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China.,Sichuan Provincial Laboratory of Orthopaedic Engineering, Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China.,Sichuan Provincial Laboratory of Orthopaedic Engineering, Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China.,Sichuan Provincial Laboratory of Orthopaedic Engineering, Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China.,Sichuan Provincial Laboratory of Orthopaedic Engineering, Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China.,Sichuan Provincial Laboratory of Orthopaedic Engineering, Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China.,Sichuan Provincial Laboratory of Orthopaedic Engineering, Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China.,Sichuan Provincial Laboratory of Orthopaedic Engineering, Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China. .,Sichuan Provincial Laboratory of Orthopaedic Engineering, Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China. .,Sichuan Provincial Laboratory of Orthopaedic Engineering, Department of Bone and Joint Surgery, The Affiliated Hospital of Southwest Medical University, Lu Zhou, 646000, Sichuan Province, People's Republic of China.
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Konrads C, Ahrend MD, Beyer MR, Stöckle U, Ahmad SS. Supracondylar rotation osteotomy of the femur influences the coronal alignment of the ankle. J Exp Orthop 2021; 8:32. [PMID: 33880687 PMCID: PMC8058125 DOI: 10.1186/s40634-021-00340-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2021] [Accepted: 03/02/2021] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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Purpose Osteotomies represent well-established treatment-options for the redistribution of loads and forces within and around the knee-joint. Effects of these osteotomies on the remaining planes and adjacent joints are not fully understood. The aim of this study was to determine the influence of a distal-femoral-rotation-osteotomy on the coronal alignment of the ankle. It was hypothesized that supracondylar-external-rotation-osteotomy of the distal femur leads to a change in the coronal orientation of the ankle joint. Methods Long-leg standing radiographs and CT-based torsional measurements of 27 patients undergoing supracondylar-rotational-osteotomy of the femur between 2012 and 2019 were obtained and utilized for the purpose of this study. Postoperative radiographs were obtained after union at the osteotomy-site. The hip-knee-ankle-angle (HKA), the mechanical-lateral-distal-femur-angle (mLDFA), and Tibia-Plafond-Horizontal-Orientation-Angle (TPHA) around the ankle were measured. Comparison between means was performed using the Wilcoxon-Mann–Whitney test. Results Twenty-seven patients with high femoral antetorsion (31.3° ± 4.0°) underwent supracondylar-external-rotation-osteotomy. The osteotomy led to a reduced antetorsion (17.4 ± 5.1; p < 0.001) and to a valgisation of the overall limb-alignment. The HKA decreased by 2.4° ± 1.4° (p < 0.001). The TPHA decreased by 2.6° (p < 0.001). Conclusions Supracondylar external rotation osteotomy of the femur leads to lateralization of the weight bearing line at the knee and ankle due to valgisation of the coronal limb alignment. The mobile subtalar joint has to compensate (inversion) for the resulting valgus orientation of the ankle to ensure contact between the foot and the floor. When planning a rotational osteotomy of the lower limb, this should be appreciated – especially in patients with a preexisting valgus alignment of the lower extremities or restricted mobility in the subtalar joint.
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- Christian Konrads
- Department for Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, BG Klinik, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany.
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- Department for Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, BG Klinik, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department for Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, BG Klinik, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Charité - University Medical Center Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- Department for Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, BG Klinik, University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany.,Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Charité - University Medical Center Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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Ahmad SS, Kerber V, Konrads C, Ateschrang A, Hirschmann MT, Stöckle U, Ahrend MD. The ischiofemoral space of the hip is influenced by the frontal knee alignment. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2021; 29:2446-2452. [PMID: 33950346 PMCID: PMC8298225 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-021-06589-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/22/2020] [Accepted: 04/21/2021] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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PURPOSE The ischiofemoral distance (IFD), defined as the distance between the ischial tuberosity and the lesser trochanter of the femur, is gaining recognition as an extra-articular cause of hip pain. It is unknown whether the IFD is influenced by the frontal knee alignment. The aim of this study was to determine the influence of realignment surgery around the knee on the IFD. It was hypothesized that valgisation osteotomy around the knee is associated with reduction of the IFD. METHODS A consecutive series of 154 patients undergoing frontal realignment procedures around the knee in 2017 were included in this study. Long-leg standing radiographs were obtained before surgery and postoperatively. The IFD was measured between the ischium and the lesser trochanter at three different levels (proximal, middle and distal margins of the lesser trochanter parallel to the horizontal orientation of the pelvis) on standardized long-leg radiographs with the patient in upright standing position. The knee alignment was determined by measuring the hip knee ankle angle, mechanical lateral distal femur angle and the medial mechanical proximal tibia angle. Linear regression was performed to determine the influence of the change of frontal knee alignment on the IFD. RESULTS Linear regression showed a direct influence of the overall change in frontal knee alignment on the IFD of the hip, regardless of the site of the osteotomy (β-0.4, confidence-interval - 0.5 to - 0.3, p < 0.001). Valgisation osteotomy around the knee induced a significant reduction of the ipsilateral IFD (p < 0.001), while varisation osteotomy induced a significant increase (p < 0.001). The amount of ISD change was 0.4 mm per corresponding degree of change in frontal knee alignment. CONCLUSION These findings are relevant to both the hip and knee surgeons when planning an osteotomy or arthroplasty procedure. Correction of a malalignment of the knee may resolve an ischiofemoral conflict in the hip. The concept deserves inclusion in the diagnostic workup of both the hip and knee joints. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Sufian S. Ahmad
- grid.10392.390000 0001 2190 1447BG Center for Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Eberhard-Karls University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany ,grid.6363.00000 0001 2218 4662Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- grid.10392.390000 0001 2190 1447BG Center for Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Eberhard-Karls University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- grid.10392.390000 0001 2190 1447BG Center for Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Eberhard-Karls University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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- grid.502406.5Evangelisches Stift St. Martin Gemeinschaftsklinikum Mittelrhein, Koblenz, Germany
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- grid.440128.b0000 0004 0457 2129Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Kantonsspital Baselland (Bruderholz, Liestal, Laufen), 4101 Bruderholz, Switzerland
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- grid.6363.00000 0001 2218 4662Center for Musculoskeletal Surgery, Charité - Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin, Germany
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- grid.10392.390000 0001 2190 1447BG Center for Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Eberhard-Karls University of Tübingen, Tübingen, Germany
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