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Li Z, Liu J, Li C, Wu M, Li Y, Cui Y, Xiong W, Yang F, Liu B. Advances in the Application of Bone Transport Techniques in the Treatment of Bone Nonunion and Bone Defects. Orthop Surg 2023; 15:3046-3054. [PMID: 37963829 PMCID: PMC10694017 DOI: 10.1111/os.13936] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2023] [Revised: 10/10/2023] [Accepted: 10/11/2023] [Indexed: 11/16/2023] Open
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Bone nonunion and bone defects frequently occur following high-energy open injuries or debridement surgeries, presenting complex challenges to treatment and significantly affecting patients' quality of life. At present, there are three primary treatment options available for addressing bone nonunion and bone defects: vascularized bone grafts, the Masquelet technique, and the Ilizarov technique. The Ilizarov technique, also known as distraction osteogenesis, is widely favored by orthopedic surgeons because of several advantages, including minimal soft tissue requirements, low infection risk, and short consolidation time. However, in recent years, the application of the Masquelet technique has resulted in novel treatment methods for managing post-traumatic bone infections when bone defects are present. Although these new techniques do not constitute a panacea, they continue to be the most commonly employed options for treating complex large bone nonunion and bone defects. This review evaluates the currently available research on the Ilizarov and Masquelet bone transport techniques applied at various anatomical sites. Additionally, it explores treatment durations and associated complications to establish a theoretical foundation that can guide clinical treatment decisions and surgical procedures for the management of bone nonunion and bone defects.
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- Zhenhao Li
- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Zhongshan Hospital of Dalian UniversityDalianChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Zhongshan Hospital of Dalian UniversityDalianChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Zhongshan Hospital of Dalian UniversityDalianChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Zhongshan Hospital of Dalian UniversityDalianChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Zhongshan Hospital of Dalian UniversityDalianChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Zhongshan Hospital of Dalian UniversityDalianChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Zhongshan Hospital of Dalian UniversityDalianChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Zhongshan Hospital of Dalian UniversityDalianChina
- Institute of Metal Research Chinese Academy of SciencesShenyangChina
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- Department of OrthopaedicsAffiliated Zhongshan Hospital of Dalian UniversityDalianChina
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Yamamoto N, Araki Y, Tsuchiya H. Joint-preservation surgery for bone sarcoma in adolescents and young adults. Int J Clin Oncol 2023; 28:12-27. [PMID: 35347494 PMCID: PMC9823050 DOI: 10.1007/s10147-022-02154-4] [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: 09/13/2021] [Accepted: 03/07/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023]
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Bone sarcoma often occurs in childhood, as well as in adolescents and young adults (AYAs). AYAs differ from pediatric patients in that their bone is skeletally mature and the physis has almost disappeared with the completion of growth. Although AYAs spend less time outside, they often participate in sports activities, as well as driving, working, and raising a family, which are natural activities in daily living. Multidisciplinary approaches involving imaging, multi-agent chemotherapy, surgical procedures, and careful postoperative care has facilitated an increase in limb-sparing surgery for bone sarcoma. In addition, recent advances in imaging modalities and surgical techniques enables joint-preservation surgery, preserving the adjacent epiphysis, for selected patients following the careful assessment of the tumor margins and precise tumor excision. An advantage of this type of surgery is that it retains the native function of the adjacent joint, which differs from joint-prosthesis replacement, and provides excellent limb function. Various reconstruction procedures are available for joint-preserving surgery, including allograft, vascularized fibula graft, distraction osteogenesis, and tumor-devitalized autografts. However, procedure-related complications may occur, including non-union, infection, fracture, and implant failure, and surgeons should fully understand the advantages and disadvantages of these procedures. The longevity of the normal limb function for natural activities and the curative treatment without debilitation from late toxicities should be considered as a treatment goal for AYA patients. This review discusses the concept of joint-preservation surgery, types of reconstruction procedures associated with joint-preservation surgery, and current treatment outcomes.
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- Norio Yamamoto
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kanazawa University, 13-1, Takaramachi, Kanazawa-city, Ishikawa 920-8641 Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kanazawa University, 13-1, Takaramachi, Kanazawa-city, Ishikawa 920-8641 Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Medical Sciences, Kanazawa University, 13-1, Takaramachi, Kanazawa-city, Ishikawa 920-8641 Japan
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Copp J, Magister S, Napora J, Getty P, Sontich J. Dual Magnetically Expandable Intramedullary Nails for Treatment of a Large Bony Defect in a Patient with Sarcoma: A Case Report. Strategies Trauma Limb Reconstr 2022; 17:189-194. [PMID: 36756295 PMCID: PMC9886027 DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10080-1560] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2021] [Accepted: 06/16/2022] [Indexed: 01/01/2023] Open
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Aim To describe the surgical technique of performing an all-internal lengthening to address a large diaphyseal femur defect in the sarcoma patient. Background Various strategies exist to address large intercalary bone defects with various biomechanical and biological implications. Case description A 23-year-old female with high-grade osteosarcoma of her left femur underwent wide resection and an internal reconstruction of a 12.5-cm femoral defect using dual magnetic lengthening intramedullary nails resulting in restoration of leg lengths, and pre-resection function with minimal residual disability. Conclusion Preoperative chemotherapy, wide resection and post-operative chemotherapy for osteosarcoma are the current standard of care. Resection often leads to large bone defects requiring complex reconstruction. Following intercalary bone resection, biological reconstruction is a consideration. An all-inside technique was developed in an effort to minimise complications of long-term external fixation for distraction osteogenesis, or extensile secondary grafting procedures for induced membrane strategy. Clinical significance This previously unreported surgical technique allows for an all-internal lengthening of large diaphyseal bone defects. While specifically used in an oncologic post-resection setting, this technique is applicable to the broader limb reconstruction and lengthening practice and overcomes some inherent limitations to previously described techniques. How to cite this article Copp J, Magister S, Napora J, et al. Dual Magnetically Expandable Intramedullary Nails for Treatment of a Large Bony Defect in a Patient with Sarcoma: A Case Report. Strategies Trauma Limb Reconstr 2022;17(3):189-194.
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- Jonathan Copp
- Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospitals, Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospitals, Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospitals, Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospitals, Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospitals, Cleveland, Ohio, United States of America
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Malkova TA, Borzunov DY. International recognition of the Ilizarov bone reconstruction techniques: Current practice and research (dedicated to 100 th birthday of G. A. Ilizarov). World J Orthop 2021; 12:515-533. [PMID: 34485099 PMCID: PMC8384611 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i8.515] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2021] [Revised: 04/08/2021] [Accepted: 07/09/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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The Ilizarov method is one of the current methods used in bone reconstruction. It originated in the middle of the past century and comprises a number of bone reconstruction techniques executed with a ring external fixator developed by Ilizarov GA. Its main merits are viable new bone formation through distraction osteogenesis, high union rates and functional use of the limb throughout the course of treatment. The study of the phenomenon of distraction osteogenesis induced by tension stress with the Ilizarov apparatus was the impetus for advancement in bone reconstruction surgery. Since then, the original method has been used along with a number of its modifications developed due to emergence of new fixation devices and techniques of their application such as hexapod external fixators and motorized intramedullary lengthening nails. They gave rise to a relatively new orthopedic subspecialty termed “limb lengthening and reconstruction surgery”. Based on a comprehensive literature search, we summarized the recent clinical practice and research in bone reconstruction by the Ilizarov method with a special focus on its modification and recognition by the world orthopedic community. The international influence of the Ilizarov method was reviewed in regard to the origin country of the authors and journal’s rating. The Ilizarov method and other techniques based on distraction osteogenesis have been used in many countries and on all populated continents. It proves its international significance and confirms the greatest contribution of Ilizarov GA to bone reconstruction surgery.
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- Tatiana A Malkova
- Department of Medical Information and Analysis, Ilizarov National Medical Research Center for Traumatology and Orthopedics, Kurgan 640014, Russia
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopedics, Ural State Medical University, Ekaterinburg 620109, Russia
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Wang J, An J, Lu M, Zhang Y, Lin J, Luo Y, Zhou Y, Min L, Tu C. Is three-dimensional-printed custom-made ultra-short stem with a porous structure an acceptable reconstructive alternative in peri-knee metaphysis for the tumorous bone defect? World J Surg Oncol 2021; 19:235. [PMID: 34365976 PMCID: PMC8349501 DOI: 10.1186/s12957-021-02355-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2021] [Accepted: 08/01/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background Long-lasting reconstruction after extensive resection involving peri-knee metaphysis is a challenging problem in orthopedic oncology. Various reconstruction methods have been proposed, but they are characterized by a high complication rate. The purposes of this study were to (1) assess osseointegration at the bone implant interface and correlated incidence of aseptic loosening; (2) identify complications including infection, endoprosthesis fracture, periprosthetic fracture, leg length discrepancy, and wound healing problem in this case series; and (3) evaluate the short-term function of the patient who received this personalized reconstruction system. Methods Between September 2016 and June 2018, our center treated 15 patients with malignancies arising in the femur or tibia shaft using endoprosthesis with a 3D-printed custom-made stem. Osseointegration and aseptic loosening were assessed with digital tomosynthesis. Complications were recorded by reviewing the patients’ records. The function was evaluated with the 1993 version of the Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS-93) score at a median of 42 (range, 34 to 54) months after reconstruction. Results One patient who experienced early aseptic loosening was managed with immobilization and bisphosphonates infusion. All implants were well osseointegrated at the final follow-up examination. There are two periprosthetic fractures intraoperatively. The wire was applied to assist fixation, and the fracture healed at the latest follow-up. Two patients experienced significant leg length discrepancies. The median MSTS-93 score was 26 (range, 23 to 30). Conclusions A 3D-printed custom-made ultra-short stem with a porous structure provides acceptable early outcomes in patients who received peri-knee metaphyseal reconstruction. With detailed preoperative design and precise intraoperative techniques, the reasonable initial stability benefits osseointegration to osteoconductive porous titanium, and therefore ensures short- and possibly long-term durability. Personalized adaptive endoprosthesis, careful intraoperative operation, and strict follow-up management enable effective prevention and treatment of complications. The functional results in our series were acceptable thanks to reliable fixation in the bone-endoprosthesis interface and an individualized rehabilitation program. These positive results indicate this device series can be a feasible alternative for critical bone defect reconstruction. Nevertheless, longer follow-up is required to determine whether this technique is superior to other forms of fixation.
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- Jie Wang
- Department of Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.,Bone and Joint 3D-Printing and Biomechanical Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.,Department of Operating Room, West China Hospital, Sichuan University/ West China School of Nursing, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.,Bone and Joint 3D-Printing and Biomechanical Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.,Bone and Joint 3D-Printing and Biomechanical Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.,Bone and Joint 3D-Printing and Biomechanical Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.,Bone and Joint 3D-Printing and Biomechanical Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.,Bone and Joint 3D-Printing and Biomechanical Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Orthopaedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China. .,Bone and Joint 3D-Printing and Biomechanical Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China.
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Karami RA, Ghieh FM, Saghieh SS, Ibrahim AE. The use of the fibula flap in post oncologic reconstruction of long bone in pediatric patients: A retrospective cohort study. J Plast Reconstr Aesthet Surg 2021; 74:2504-2511. [PMID: 33931323 DOI: 10.1016/j.bjps.2021.03.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2020] [Revised: 01/22/2021] [Accepted: 03/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Pediatric sarcomas are the most common malignancies of bones in childhood. With advances in adjuvant treatment, limb salvage surgery has become common, increasing the demand of skeletal reconstruction. Traditional practice included bone grafting and transport. Recently, microsurgical tissue transfer in pediatric patients has become a well-accepted practice, with the fibula as an ideal biologic construct for long bone reconstruction. We aim to assess the success rate of this operation, including flap survival, bony union, weight-bearing ambulation, and complications. METHODS We identified 10 pediatric patients who underwent reconstruction of long bones (femur, humerus, or tibia) with a free fibula flap from January 2015 to January 2020. All patients received neoadjuvant chemotherapy 4 weeks prior to the surgical procedure followed by adjuvant chemotherapy. RESULTS The average follow-up time was 15 months. We had no partial or total flap loss. Three of our patients passed away in the first post-operative year due to metastatic disease. In the remaining 7 patients, we had two long-term complications. The fibula of one patient did not exhibit hypertrophy, yet weight-bearing ambulation was achieved. The other patient had nonunion proximally that required bone grafting at 8 months post-operatively. After that, the same patient fractured her fibula and required surgical fixation. She was eventually able to achieve weight-bearing ambulation. CONCLUSION The vascularized fibula flap is a reliable tool for reconstruction in children. Flap survival is similar to that of adults. Complication rate is low compared to that for other forms of reconstruction.
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- Reem A Karami
- Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center Lebanon
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center Lebanon
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Orthopedic Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center Lebanon.
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center Lebanon.
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赵 雪, 刘 亚, 李 健, 毕 竟, 许 猛. [Application of rotationplasty in treatment of osteosarcoma of distal femur in children]. ZHONGGUO XIU FU CHONG JIAN WAI KE ZA ZHI = ZHONGGUO XIUFU CHONGJIAN WAIKE ZAZHI = CHINESE JOURNAL OF REPARATIVE AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY 2020; 34:1215-1220. [PMID: 33063482 PMCID: PMC8171874 DOI: 10.7507/1002-1892.202003083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2020] [Revised: 07/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the effectiveness of rotationplasty in treating osteosarcoma of distal femur in children. METHODS A clinical data of 10 children with osteosarcoma of distal femur treated with rotationplasty between March 2014 and June 2016 was retrospectively analyzed. There were 7 boys and 3 girls with an average age of 6.7 years (range, 4-10 years). There were 4 cases of osteoblastic osteosarcoma, 4 cases of mixed osteosarcoma, and 2 cases of chondroblastic osteosarcoma. All children were staged as Enneking stage ⅡB. The disease duration ranged from 3.5 to 6.0 months (mean, 4.6 months). The lower limb functional scoring system of 1993 Musculoskeletal Tumor Society (MSTS93), Toronto Extremity Salvage Score (TESS), and knee mobility were used to evaluate postoperative function. Tumor recurrence and metastases were monitored by radiograph. RESULTS Poor superficial incision healing occurred in 1 patient, and healed after dressing change. The other incisions healed by first intention. All children were followed up 24-72 months (mean, 52.6 months). No local recurrence was observed during follow-up. Three of the ten patients suffered from metastases including 1 dying of multiple organ dysfunction syndrome, 1 alive with tumor, and 1 tumor free survival. Painful callosities and ulcers which related to prosthetic wear occurred in 2 patients and turned up after optimizing prosthetic fit and physiotherapy. The fracture healing time was 2.5-5.0 months (mean, 3.5 months). All children could walk independently at 4 months postoperatively. At last follow-up, the MSTS93 score was 19-25 (mean, 22) and the TESS score was 87-93 (mean, 90). The extension of knee joint mobility with artificial limbs was 0°-10° (mean, 5°), and the flexion of knee joint mobility with artificial limbs was 85°-95° (mean, 90.5°). CONCLUSION Rotationplasty in treating osteosarcoma of distal femur in children with limb salvage difficulties can effectively preserve the limb function and improve the quality of life, and it can be used as an alternative to amputation.
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- 雪林 赵
- 中国人民解放军总医院第一医学中心骨科(北京 100853)Department of Orthopedics, the First Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, 100853, P.R.China
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- 中国人民解放军总医院第一医学中心骨科(北京 100853)Department of Orthopedics, the First Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, 100853, P.R.China
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- 中国人民解放军总医院第一医学中心骨科(北京 100853)Department of Orthopedics, the First Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, 100853, P.R.China
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- 中国人民解放军总医院第一医学中心骨科(北京 100853)Department of Orthopedics, the First Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, 100853, P.R.China
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- 中国人民解放军总医院第一医学中心骨科(北京 100853)Department of Orthopedics, the First Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, 100853, P.R.China
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Borzunov DY, Kolchin SN, Malkova TA. Role of the Ilizarov non-free bone plasty in the management of long bone defects and nonunion: Problems solved and unsolved. World J Orthop 2020; 11:304-318. [PMID: 32572367 PMCID: PMC7298454 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v11.i6.304] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2020] [Revised: 05/06/2020] [Accepted: 05/16/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Ilizarov non-free bone plasty is a method of distraction osteogenesis using the Ilizarov apparatus for external fixation which originated in Russia and was disseminated across the world. It has been used in long bone defect and nonunion management along with free vascularized grafting and induced membrane technique. However, the shortcomings and problems of these methods still remain the issues which restrict their overall use. AIM To study the recent available literature on the role of Ilizarov non-free bone plasty in long bone defect and nonunion management, its problems and the solutions to these problems in order to achieve better treatment outcomes. METHODS Three databases (PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science) were searched for literature sources on distraction osteogenesis, free vascularized grafting and induced membrane technique used in long bone defect and nonunion treatment within a five-year period (2015-2019). Full-text clinical articles in the English language were selected for analysis only if they contained treatment results, complications and described large patient samples (not less than ten cases for congenital, post-tumor resection cases or rare conditions, and more than 20 cases for the rest). Case reports were excluded. RESULTS Fifty full-text articles and reviews on distraction osteogenesis were chosen. Thirty-five clinical studies containing large series of patients treated with this method and problems with its outcome were analyzed. It was found that distraction osteogenesis techniques provide treatment for segmental bone defects and nonunion of the lower extremity in many clinical situations, especially in complex problems. The Ilizarov techniques treat the triad of problems simultaneously (bone loss, soft-tissue loss and infection). Management of tibial defects mostly utilizes the Ilizarov circular fixator. Monolateral fixators are preferable in the femur. The use of a ring fixator is recommended in patients with an infected tibial bone gap of more than 6 cm. High rates of successful treatment were reported by the authors that ranged from 77% to 100% and depended on the pathology and the type of Ilizarov technique used. Hybrid fixation and autogenous grafting are the most applicable solutions to avoid after-frame regenerate fracture or deformity and docking site nonunion. CONCLUSION The role of Ilizarov non-free bone plasty has not lost its significance in the treatment of segmental bone defects despite the shortcomings and treatment problems encountered.
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- Dmitry Y Borzunov
- Department of Traumatology and Orthopedics, Ural State Medical University, Ekaterinburg 620109, Russia
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- Orthopaedic Department 4, Ilizarov National Medical Research Centre for Traumatology and Orthopaedics, Kurgan 640014, Russia
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- Department for Medical Information and Analysis, Ilizarov National Medical Research Centre for Traumatology and Orthopaedics, Kurgan 640014, Russia
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Wang G, Tang Y, Wu X, Yang H. Masquelet technique combined with microsurgical technique for treatment of Gustilo IIIC open distal tibial fractures: a retrospective single-center cohort study. J Int Med Res 2020; 48:300060520910024. [PMID: 32237939 PMCID: PMC7132797 DOI: 10.1177/0300060520910024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Objective This study was performed to investigate the clinical effects of the Masquelet technique combined with a microsurgical technique for treatment of Gustilo IIIC open distal tibial fractures. Methods Fifteen patients with a mean age of 39.3 ± 7.9 years (range, 21–43 years) with Gustilo IIIC open distal tibial fractures were treated by the Masquelet technique combined with a microsurgical technique from May 2013 to January 2017. The mean length of the bone defect was 6.9 ±2.2 cm (range, 5.2–10.7 cm). The mean area of the wound defect was 129.3 ± 41.4 cm2 (range, 83.7–180 cm2). Complications and fracture healing were recorded. At the last follow-up, the functional outcome was measured using the Iowa ankle score. Results All 15 patients achieved bone healing, and the median healing time was about 6.1 months (range, 5–8 months). No complications such as infection or nonunion occurred. At the last follow-up, the median Iowa ankle score was 82 (range, 68–88). The rate of an excellent and good Iowa ankle score was 86.6%. Conclusions Application of the Masquelet technique combined with a microsurgical technique is an effective strategy for the treatment of Gustilo IIIC open distal tibial fractures.
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- Gang Wang
- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China.,Department of Orthopaedics, the 72nd Group Army Hospital of PLA, Huzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the 72nd Group Army Hospital of PLA, Huzhou, Zhejiang, China.,Department of Orthopaedics, Southwest Hospital, Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu, China
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