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Bhat AK, G MP, Acharya AM. Outcomes of radialization with ulnar cuff osteotomy for radial longitudinal deficiency: a medium-term follow-up study. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 2023; 48:1168-1176. [PMID: 37401123 DOI: 10.1177/17531934231185024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/05/2023]
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Addressing the deforming stresses arising from soft tissue and continued skeletal development is crucial to obtain long-term correction of forearm carpal alignment in Radial longitudinal deficiency. The aim of the present study was to report the medium-term follow-up results of radialization with ulnar cuff osteotomy in children. A total of 17 patients (21 involved limbs) with a mean follow-up of 66 months (range 50 to 96) were reviewed. Mean correction of the hand forearm angle at the final follow-up was 51°. Mean hand forearm position preoperatively and at the final follow-up were -1.1 cm (SD 0.9) and +1.3 cm (SD 0.8), respectively. This metaphyseal osteotomy relaxed the radial structures throughout the original phase of deformity correction. The mean ulnar growth was 62% of the contralateral side at the final follow-up. Our technique may provide a feasible solution to the correction and prevent recurrence of deformity while maintaining ulnar growth in the medium to longer term.Level of evidence: III.
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- Anil K Bhat
- Department of Hand Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Hand Surgery, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India
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Scheider P, Farr S. Outcomes of soft tissue distraction prior to radialization of the hand in children with severe radial longitudinal deficiency. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 2022; 47:1174-1177. [PMID: 35473417 DOI: 10.1177/17531934221095380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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- Philipp Scheider
- Department of Pediatric Orthopaedics and Foot and Ankle Surgery, Orthopaedic Hospital Speising, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Pediatric Orthopaedics and Foot and Ankle Surgery, Orthopaedic Hospital Speising, Vienna, Austria
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Mehta R, Ghanghurde BA, Shah IP, Thatte M. Long-Term Follow-Up of Ulnar Growth in Radial Dysplasia Treated by a Combination of Distraction and Radialization. J Hand Surg Am 2022:S0363-5023(22)00065-X. [PMID: 35337696 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2022.01.025] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2020] [Revised: 12/06/2021] [Accepted: 01/19/2022] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To study the long-term results of radial club hand, regarding ulna growth, radial angulation, and volar subluxation using a 2-stage treatment protocol. METHODS From 1998 to 2009, 39 radial club hands (32 patients) were treated with distraction, radialization, and a bilobed flap. Long-term follow-up was available in 13 patients (17 hands; average 12.6 years, range 9-16 years). All 17 hands were classified as Bayne and Klug grade 3 or 4. RESULTS The average age at distraction was 12 months (SD 5.3). The average age at radialization was 14 months (SD 5.8). At final follow-up, the average ulna length on the involved side was 69.3% of the uninvolved contralateral side in the unilateral cases. In the 4 bilateral cases, the average ulna length was 62% of the ulna length of a cohort of normal children. The transverse diameter of the ulna in the posteroanterior view was 79%, and in the lateral view 99%, of the radius on the contralateral side in the unilateral cases. The average radial deviation improved from 82° to 8° and the average volar subluxation improved from 20° to 12°. However, in 4 hands recurrent volar subluxation and required revision surgery. CONCLUSIONS This approach to treatment was associated with consistent results in the correction of the radial angulation, volar subluxation, and ulna growth in long-term follow-up. Volar subluxation may result in a requirement for revision. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic IV.
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- Rujuta Mehta
- Department of Plastic Surgery, Bombay Hospital and Medical Research Center, Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children, Bombay, India
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Bombay Hospital and Medical Research Center, Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children, Bombay, India
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Bombay Hospital and Medical Research Center, Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children, Bombay, India
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- Department of Plastic Surgery, Bombay Hospital and Medical Research Center, Bai Jerbai Wadia Hospital for Children, Bombay, India.
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For centuries, various techniques have been described to stabilize the carpus on the ulna in radial dysplasia to achieve a straight wrist, in the belief that it is better for function and cosmesis. Apart from ulnocarpal fusion, none had succeeded in preventing recurrence of radial deviation. Ulnocarpal fusion, however, carries the risk of shortening an already shortened forearm by damaging the epiphysis. Fingers are often stiff in radial dysplasia, and therefore a straight wrist may actually limit function. Formal assessment of the appearance in operated versus unoperated wrists remain inconclusive. This article challenges the dogma that a straight wrist should be the ideal goal in radial dysplasia. The optimum management of this condition remains debatable.
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- Marybeth Ezaki
- Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, Dallas, TX, USA
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Randomized Trial Comparing Preliminary Results of Radialization and Centralization Procedures in Bayne Types 3 and 4 Radial Longitudinal Deficiency. J Pediatr Orthop 2020; 40:509-514. [PMID: 32931691 DOI: 10.1097/bpo.0000000000001606] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND The choice of surgical procedure in severe (Bayne and Klug types 3 and 4) radial longitudinal deficiency (RLD) is contentious. Existing studies have reported varying results with both centralization and radialization procedures. The purpose of this study was to compare the clinical and radiologic outcome of radialization and centralization procedures at a short-to-intermediate-term follow-up for the treatment of types 3 and 4 RLD. METHODS Fourteen patients with 17 affected limbs having types 3 or 4 RLD were recruited in this prospective, randomized, controlled trial. After initial application of successive casts for soft tissue distraction, patients were randomized to 2 wrist alignment procedures-centralization and radialization. Clinical and radiologic parameters recorded at stipulated intervals until a final follow-up of 24 months included hand-forearm angle, ulnar bow, forearm length, arm length, total angulation, and range of motion at elbow, wrist, and fingers. RESULTS Centralization was performed in 9 affected limbs, whereas radialization was performed in 8 affected limbs. Nine affected limbs had type 4 RLD, and 8 affected limbs had type 3 RLD. There was no significant difference in the hand-forearm angle in the immediate postoperative period. At 3 months, the radiologic hand-forearm angle increased to 19 degrees in the centralization group, while the radialization group showed an average increase to 4 degrees. This increase in the hand-forearm angle continued at 6-, 12-, and 24-month follow-up assessments. Worsening of the deformity was more in the centralization group, as compared with the radialization group. The forearm length also significantly differed in the 2 groups at 6-, 12-, and 24-month follow-up; however, when adjusted for preoperative lengths, the difference was significant only at 12- and 24-month follow-up. CONCLUSIONS At a short-to-intermediate-term follow-up, radialization fares better than centralization in terms of recurrence of deformity and in terms of affecting the forearm length. Longer follow-up with a larger sample size is needed to draw definitive conclusions. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level I.
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Das SP, Ganesh GS. Outcome of Centralization and Ulnarization of the Carpus with Ulnar Shortening Osteotomy on Functioning in Children with Radial Club Hand. Indian J Orthop 2020; 54:87-96. [PMID: 32257021 PMCID: PMC7093623 DOI: 10.1007/s43465-019-00019-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2019] [Accepted: 09/19/2019] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Radial club hand (RCH) is characterized by a wide array of hand and forearm anomalies. Various treatment approaches have been described depending upon the stages of RCH. The major drawback of these studies is that the effectiveness of these interventions was reported on clinical and radiological outcomes. With the increasing focus on patient-centered care nowadays, we wanted to identify the components associated with functioning and evaluate the effectiveness of two surgical procedures on functional outcomes using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF)-based tools. MATERIALS AND METHODS We identified 14 children from our records (nine boys, five girls) with a mean age of 5.6 years, classified as Bayne types III-IV and classified them into two groups; those who were operated by centralization (group 1) and ulnarization of the carpus with ulnar shortening osteotomy procedure (group 2). The outcomes were evaluated by the brief ICF core set for the child and youth with cerebral palsy up to the age of 5 and the brief ICF core set for hand conditions for a period of 1 year after surgery. RESULTS The results showed that both the operative techniques showed improvement in the structure component (s730-structure of upper extremity). ICF categories of d445-hand and arm use, d530-toileting, and d880-engagement in play showed a change in frequencies of more than 40% after surgery and were maintained till follow-up. However, categories related to muscle power functions (b730), muscle tone (b735), fine hand use (d440), hand and arm use (d445) and engagement in play (d880) showed no significant improvement (p > 0.05). There were no differences between both the surgical procedures in improving the outcomes (p > 0.05). CONCLUSION We conclude that surgical techniques may be more appropriate to improve the cosmetic or structural appearance of the upper extremity than functioning.
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- Sakti Prasad Das
- Swami Vivekanand National Institute of Rehabilitation Training and Research, Olatpur, Cuttack, Odisha 754010 India
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- Composite Regional Centre for Skill Development, Rehabilitation, and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
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Nayar SK, Vilkki SK, Higgins JP, Katz RD. The Modified Vilkki Procedure: Vascularized Metatarsophalangeal Joint Transfer to Reconstruct a Full-Length Radius in Type III Radial Hypoplasia. J Hand Surg Am 2020; 45:70.e1-70.e10. [PMID: 31113705 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2019.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/07/2018] [Revised: 01/31/2019] [Accepted: 03/12/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Radial longitudinal deficiency is a spectrum of deformity ranging from thumb hypoplasia to a shortened or absent radius. Traditional treatments are hindered by recurrent deformity and disruption of future forearm growth. These deficiencies can be addressed by a Vilkki procedure in which a free second toe metatarsophalangeal joint is used to restore a radial column and provide viable physes for continued forearm growth. A classic Vilkki procedure positions the proximal toe metacarpal on the native ulna to create a Y-shaped one-bone forearm. We report a case of a modified Vilkki procedure in which a 2-bone forearm is created using the proximal toe metacarpal to reconstruct the entire radius. In patients with type III radial longitudinal deficiency with suitable residual radius length, the modified Vilkki procedure can allow reconstruction of a 2-bone forearm. This affords the patient correction of the pathoanatomy and the potential for balanced growth and pronosupination.
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- Suresh K Nayar
- Curtis National Hand Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Hand and Microsurgery, Tampere University Hospital, Tampere, Finland
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- Curtis National Hand Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, MD
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- Curtis National Hand Center, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, MD.
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Bhat AK, Acharya A. Current concepts in the management Radial Longitudinal Deficiency. J Clin Orthop Trauma 2020; 11:597-605. [PMID: 32684696 PMCID: PMC7355065 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcot.2020.05.027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2020] [Revised: 05/25/2020] [Accepted: 05/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/27/2022] Open
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Radial longitudinal deficiency represents a spectrum of musculoskeletal hypoplasia and dysplasia affecting the upper limb involving mainly the radial aspect of the forearm, wrist, and hand and not infrequently the proximal arm. 2/3rd of the patients with this condition suffer from an associated medical or musculoskeletal disorder and 1/3rd of them show features of a well-known syndrome with systemic manifestations. Hence it is mandatory to do a detailed clinical, radiological and laboratory evaluation which should also include genetic counselling and assessment. Its management has evolved greatly since the beginning of last century. The vast variations developed for the treatment only reflects on the persisting controversy on the ideal treatment which still eludes the medical fraternity. Current treatment options for wrist deformities include radialization or centralization with or without distraction which unfortunately has often shown poor outcomes with high rates of recurrence and poor growth of ulna leading some workers to suggest alternative techniques, which include microsurgical reconstruction using the proximal fibula and the second toe. The management of the associated hypoplastic thumb has been encouraging with recent improvements in classifications and increased options for milder deformities. The article reviews the management options available for this common condition with respect to the recent developments in literature.
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- Corresponding author. Division of Hand and Microsurgery, Department of Orthopaedics, Kasturba Medical College, Manipal University, Manipal, 576104, India.
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Bhat AK, Narayanakurup JK, Acharya AM, Kumar B. Outcomes of radialization for radial longitudinal deficiency: 20 limbs with minimum 5-year follow-up. J Hand Surg Eur Vol 2019; 44:304-309. [PMID: 30056773 DOI: 10.1177/1753193418788935] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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We report functional and cosmetic outcomes in 14 patients (six bilateral and eight unilateral) with type IV radial longitudinal deficiency who underwent radialization. Follow-up ranged from 5 to 19 years. Outcome measures were grip and pinch strengths, Percival and Sykes score, Vilkki score, Cattaneo grading, and a questionnaire to patients. Radiological assessment included the hand-forearm angle, the hand-forearm position, and ulna length and width. At final follow-up, the length of the affected ulna was 56% of the length of the normal ulna. The distal ulna hypertrophied to 97% of the opposite distal radius and a median loss of correction of hand-forearm angle was 9°. All hands improved on Vilkki severity grade and on the Cattaneo functional and aesthetic grading. We conclude that radialization is an effective procedure in these cases, but secondary procedures may be required for the long-term maintenance of wrist alignment and hand function. Level of evidence: IV.
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- Anil K Bhat
- Hand and Microsurgery Unit, Manipal University, Karnataka, India
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Murphy GR, Logan MP, Smith G, Sivakumar B, Smith P. Correction of "Wrist" Deformity in Radial Dysplasia: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2017; 99:2120-2126. [PMID: 29257019 PMCID: PMC5805276 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.17.00164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Radial dysplasia affects 1 in 6,000 to 8,000 births, classically presenting with a shortened, bowed ulna and radially deviated hand. The optimal treatment remains unclear, with several opposing approaches advocated. This review aims to clarify the long-term outcomes of nonsurgical and surgical treatment of the "wrist" deformity. METHODS The Embase, MEDLINE, PubMed, Cochrane Central, ClinicalTrials.gov, and World Health Organization International Clinical Trials Registry Platform (ICTRP) databases were searched for published and unpublished studies reporting long-term outcomes of surgical or nonsurgical treatment of children with radial dysplasia. Results were not restricted by date or language. Primary outcomes were hand-forearm angle, ulnar length, and "wrist" active range of motion (ROM). Studies were assessed using the Grades of Recommendation, Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) criteria. Data for the change in hand-forearm angle were pooled using random-effects meta-analysis, and mean differences and 95% confidence intervals were obtained. Primary outcome data at last follow-up were pooled, and means and standard deviations were obtained. The PROSPERO registration of this study was CRD42016036665. RESULTS Of 104 studies identified, 12 were included in this review. Five were retrospective cohort studies and 7 were case series. No randomized studies were found. Study quality was low or very low according to the GRADE criteria. The hand-forearm angle of nonsurgically treated patients worsened during childhood, from 66° to 84°, whereas "wrist" active ROM, at 61°, was better than that for most surgically treated patients. Ulnar length with nonsurgical treatment was predicted to be 64% of normal, but was not directly reported. Isolated soft-tissue release provided a modest reduction in hand-forearm angle compared with nonsurgical treatment. Soft-tissue distraction with centralization or radialization achieved the best hand-forearm angle correction (16° radial deviation). Radialization maintained better "wrist" active ROM (46°) and ulnar length than centralization. Microvascular second metatarsophalangeal joint transfer yielded better reported "wrist" active ROM (83°) and good ulnar length compared with other surgical techniques, but a slightly worse hand-forearm angle (28°). CONCLUSIONS There was low-quality evidence that soft-tissue distraction plus centralization or radialization achieved the best correction of the hand-forearm angle for children with radial dysplasia. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level IV. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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- George R.F. Murphy
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Great Ormond St. Hospital for Children, London, United Kingdom,Randall Division of Cell and Molecular Biophysics, Guy’s Campus, King’s College London, London, United Kingdom,E-mail address for G.R.F. Murphy:
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- Randall Division of Cell and Molecular Biophysics, Guy’s Campus, King’s College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Great Ormond St. Hospital for Children, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Great Ormond St. Hospital for Children, London, United Kingdom,The Portland Hospital for Women and Children, London, United Kingdom
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- The Portland Hospital for Women and Children, London, United Kingdom
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Colen DL, Lin IC, Levin LS, Chang B. Radial Longitudinal Deficiency: Recent Developments, Controversies, and an Evidence-Based Guide to Treatment. J Hand Surg Am 2017; 42:546-563. [PMID: 28669420 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2017.04.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/14/2016] [Accepted: 04/20/2017] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Radial longitudinal deficiency (RLD) is the most common congenital longitudinal deficiency at birth and represents a wide spectrum of upper extremity anomalies, from mild thumb hypoplasia to absent radius. Radial dysplasia may be isolated or associated with an array of systemic anomalies that should be familiar to pediatric hand surgeons. The management of RLD has evolved greatly since its inception in the late 19th century, largely due to decades of innovation that followed the thalidomide catastrophe of the 1960s. Yet controversy still exists regarding many aspects of RLD. Traditional treatments of radial dysplasia (ie, centralization) are unfortunately wrought with poor outcomes and high rates of recurrence, leading some authors to recommend alternative techniques for this condition. Reconstruction of the hypoplastic thumb, although less controversial, is just starting to see long-term outcomes. This article reviews the etiology, classification, and treatment options for RLD, highlighting recent developments and outcomes.
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- David L Colen
- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Philadelphia, PA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Philadelphia, PA; Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
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- Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Philadelphia, PA; Division of Plastic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA.
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Romana C, Ciais G, Fitoussi F. Treatment of severe radial club hand by distraction using an articulated mini-rail fixator and transfixing pins. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2015; 101:495-500. [PMID: 25907512 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2015.02.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2014] [Revised: 02/06/2015] [Accepted: 02/24/2015] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Treatment of severe radial club hand is difficult. Several authors have emphasized the importance of preliminary soft-tissue distraction before centralization. HYPOTHESIS Treatment of severe radial club hand by articulated mini-rail allowing prior soft-tissue distraction improves results. MATERIAL AND METHODS Thirteen patients were treated sequentially, with an initial step of distraction and a second step of centralization. The first step consisted in fitting 2 mini-fixators, one in the concavity and the other in the convexity of the deformity. Four transfixing wires through the ulna and metacarpal bone connected the 2 fixators. After this preliminary distraction, the fixator was removed and a centralization wire was introduced percutaneously, with ulnar osteotomy if necessary. Sagittal and coronal correction was measured on the angle between forearm and hand. RESULTS Mean age at treatment was 37.5 months (range, 9-120 months). Mean distraction time was 53.2 days (26-90 days). Ulnar osteotomy was required in 8 cases (61%). There were no major complications requiring interruption of distraction. Sagittal and coronal correction after centralization reduced mean residual forearm/hand angulation to<12°. DISCUSSION Soft-tissue distraction in the concavity ahead of centralization is essential to good correction, avoiding extensive soft-tissue release and hyperpressure on the distal ulnar growth plate. There have been several studies of distraction; the present technique, associating 2 mini-fixators connected by threaded K-wires, provided sufficient distraction in the concavity of the deformity to allow satisfactory correction in all cases. Subsequent complications (breakage or displacement of the centralization wires) testify to the complexity of long-term management. CONCLUSION The present study confirms the interest of a preliminary soft-tissue distraction step in treating severe radial club hand.
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- C Romana
- Service de chirurgie orthopédique et réparatrice de l'enfant, UPMC université Paris 06, hôpital Trousseau, Paris, France; Centre de référence des malformations des membres, hôpital national de Saint-Maurice, Saint-Maurice, France
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- Service de chirurgie orthopédique et réparatrice de l'enfant, UPMC université Paris 06, hôpital Trousseau, Paris, France
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- Service de chirurgie orthopédique et réparatrice de l'enfant, UPMC université Paris 06, hôpital Trousseau, Paris, France; Centre de référence des malformations des membres, hôpital national de Saint-Maurice, Saint-Maurice, France.
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What's new in pediatric orthopaedics: hand and upper extremity update. J Pediatr Orthop 2015; 34 Suppl 1:S63-7. [PMID: 25207740 DOI: 10.1097/bpo.0000000000000289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Abzug JM, Kozin SH. Radial longitudinal deficiency. J Hand Surg Am 2014; 39:1180-2. [PMID: 24810938 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2014.03.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2014] [Accepted: 03/30/2014] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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- Joshua M Abzug
- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD; Shriners Hospital for Children, Philadelphia, PA.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD; Shriners Hospital for Children, Philadelphia, PA
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Manske MC, Wall LB, Steffen JA, Goldfarb CA. The effect of soft tissue distraction on deformity recurrence after centralization for radial longitudinal deficiency. J Hand Surg Am 2014; 39:895-901. [PMID: 24594270 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2014.01.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2013] [Revised: 01/10/2014] [Accepted: 01/10/2014] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To assess recurrence and complications in children with radial longitudinal deficiency treated with or without external fixator soft tissue distraction prior to centralization. METHODS Thirteen upper extremities treated with centralization alone were compared with 13 treated with ring fixator distraction followed by centralization. Resting wrist position between the 2 groups was compared before surgery, approximately 2 years after surgery (midterm), and at final follow-up, which was at a mean of 10 years for the centralization-alone group and 6 years for the distraction group. Radiographs were reviewed for hand-forearm angle, hand-forearm position, volar carpal subluxation, ulnar length, and physeal integrity. RESULTS The clinical resting wrist position was improved significantly after surgery and at final follow-up in both groups, but recurrence was worse at final follow-up in the distraction group patients. Radiographically, in the centralization alone group, the hand-forearm angle improved from 53° before surgery to 13° at midterm but worsened to 27° at final follow-up. In the distraction group, the hand-forearm angle improved from 53° before surgery to 21° at midterm but worsened to 36° at final follow-up. The hand-forearm position improved between preoperative and final assessment in both groups, but at final follow-up, the centralization-alone group had a significantly better position. Volar subluxation was 4 mm improved in the centralization alone group and 2 mm worse in the distraction group at final follow-up. CONCLUSIONS Centralization, with or without distraction with an external fixator, resulted in improved alignment of the wrist. Distraction facilitated centralization, but it did not prevent deformity recurrence and was associated with a worse final radial deviation and volar subluxation position compared with wrists treated with centralization alone. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic III.
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- M Claire Manske
- Shriners Hospital for Children and the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Louis Children's Hospital at Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO
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- Shriners Hospital for Children and the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Louis Children's Hospital at Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO
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- Shriners Hospital for Children and the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Louis Children's Hospital at Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO
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- Shriners Hospital for Children and the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. Louis Children's Hospital at Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO.
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Bauer AS, Bednar MS, James MA. Disruption of the radial/ulnar axis:congenital longitudinal deficiencies. J Hand Surg Am 2013; 38:2293-302; quiz 2302. [PMID: 23707597 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2013.03.024] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/02/2013] [Accepted: 03/17/2013] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
Abstract
Radial, ulnar, and central deficiencies represent a spectrum of abnormalities in the development of the upper limb. Radial longitudinal deficiency is often associated with abnormalities in other organ systems, such as cardiac and renal, and so requires a comprehensive medical evaluation. On the other hand, ulnar longitudinal deficiency tends to be associated only with other musculoskeletal abnormalities. In all of these conditions, there is a high incidence of ipsilateral thumb abnormalities. Given the importance of the thumb in overall hand function, abnormalities of the thumb often guide treatment for these conditions. Surgical treatment of the wrist and forearm in radial longitudinal deficiency is controversial, as will be outlined in this review.
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Affiliation(s)
- Andrea S Bauer
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Shriners Hospital for Children Northern California, Sacramento, CA; and the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation, Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University, Maywood, IL.
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Ekblom AG, Dahlin LB, Rosberg HE, Wiig M, Werner M, Arner M. Hand function in children with radial longitudinal deficiency. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2013; 14:116. [PMID: 23537422 PMCID: PMC3636056 DOI: 10.1186/1471-2474-14-116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2012] [Accepted: 03/19/2013] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background In children with hypoplasia or aplasia of the radius (radial longitudinal deficiency) manual activity limitations may be caused by several factors; a short and bowed forearm, radial deviation of the wrist, a non-functional or absent thumb, limited range of motion in the fingers and impaired grip strength. The present study investigates the relation between these variables and activity and participation in children with radial dysplasia. Methods Twenty children, age 4–17 years, with radial longitudinal dysplasia Bayne type II-IV were examined with focus on the International Classification of Functioning and Health, version for Children and Youth (ICF-CY) context. Body function/structure was evaluated by measures of range of motion, grip strength, sensibility and radiographic parameters. Activity was examined by Box and Block Test and Assisting Hand Assessment (AHA). Participation was assessed by Children’s Hand-use Experience Questionnaire (CHEQ). Statistical correlations between assessments of body function/structure and activity as well as participation were examined. Results The mean total active motion of wrist (49.6°) and digits (447°) were less than norms. The mean hand forearm angle was 34° radially. Ulnar length ranged from 40 to 80% of age-related norms. Grip strength (mean 2.7 kg) and Box and Block Test (mean 33.8 blocks/minute) were considerably lower than for age-related norms. The mean score for the AHA was 55.9 and for CHEQ Grasp efficiency 69.3. The AHA had significant relationship with the total range of motion of digits (p = 0.042). Self-experienced time of performance (CHEQ Time) had significant relationship with total active motion of wrist (p = 0.043). Hand forearm angle did not show any significant relationship with Box and Block Test, AHA or CHEQ. Conclusion In radial longitudinal deficiency total range of motion of digits and wrist may be of more cardinal importance to the child’s activity and participation than the angulation of the wrist.
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- Anna Gerber Ekblom
- Karolinska Institutet, Department of Clinical Science and Education, Södersjukhuset, Section of Hand Surgery, Stockholm, Sweden.
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