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Kholinne E, Singjie LC, Anastasia M, Liu F, Anestessia IJ, Kwak JM, Jeon IH. Comparison of Clinical Outcomes After Different Surgical Approaches for Lateral Epicondylitis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. Orthop J Sports Med 2024; 12:23259671241230291. [PMID: 38708009 PMCID: PMC11067684 DOI: 10.1177/23259671241230291] [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: 08/05/2023] [Accepted: 08/18/2023] [Indexed: 05/07/2024] Open
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Background Lateral epicondylitis (LE) is one of the most common causes of lateral elbow pain. When nonoperative treatment fails, 1 of the 3 surgical approaches-open, percutaneous, or arthroscopic-is used. However, determining which approach has the superior clinical outcome remains controversial. Purpose To review the outcomes of different operative modalities for LE qualitatively and quantitatively. Study Design Systematic review; Level of evidence, 4. Methods This review was performed and reported according to the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. Studies published in PubMed, Medline (via EBSCO), and ScienceDirect databases that treated LE with open, percutaneous, or arthroscopic approaches with at least 12 months of follow-up were included. Study quality was assessed using the Cochrane Risk of Bias 2 tool and the Methodological Index for Non-Randomized Studies score. The primary outcome was the success rate of each operative treatment approach-open, percutaneous, and arthroscopic. Results From an initial search result of 603 studies, 43 studies (n = 1941 elbows) were ultimately included. The arthroscopic approach had the highest success rate (91.9% [95% CI, 89.2%-94.7%]) compared with the percutaneous (91% [95% CI, 87.3%-94.6%]) and open (82.7% [95% CI, 75.6%-89.8%]) approaches for LE surgery with changes in the mean visual analog scale pain score of 5.54, 4.90, and 3.63, respectively. According to the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand score, the functional outcome improved in the arthroscopic group (from 54.11 to 15.47), the percutaneous group (from 44.90 to 10.47), and the open group (from 53.55 to 16.13). The overall improvement was also found in the Mayo Elbow Performance Score, the arthroscopic group (from 55.12 to 90.97), the percutaneous group (from 56.31 to 87.65), and the open group (from 64 to 93.37). Conclusion Arthroscopic surgery had the highest rate of success and the best improvement in functional outcomes among the 3 approaches of LE surgery.
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- Erica Kholinne
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saint Carolus Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia
- Faculty Of Medicine, Universitas Trisakti, Jakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saint Carolus Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia
- Department of Orthopaedic & Traumatology, Hasanuddin University, Makassar, Indonesia
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Saint Carolus Hospital, Jakarta, Indonesia
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- Department of Orthopaedic & Traumatology, Padjajaran University, Bandung, Indonesia
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Uijeongbu Eulji Medical Center, College of Medicine, Eulji University, Uijeongbu, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Ulsan, College of Medicine, Asan Medical Center, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Ha C, Cho W, Hong IT, Park J, Ahn W, Han SH. Effect of Repetitive Corticosteroid Injection on Tennis Elbow Surgery. Am J Sports Med 2023:3635465231166397. [PMID: 37129101 DOI: 10.1177/03635465231166397] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Lateral epicondylitis is a chronic tendinopathy of humeral origin of the common extensor tendon. Most patients show improvement after nonoperative treatment. However, 4% to 11% of patients require surgical treatment. Although corticosteroid injection is one of the most commonly applied nonoperative treatment methods, to the authors' knowledge, no study has reported the effect of the number of preoperative corticosteroid injections on the final postoperative outcome. Thus, the objective of this study was to determine the effect of the number of preoperative corticosteroid injections on postoperative clinical outcomes. HYPOTHESIS The number of corticosteroid injections before surgical treatment does not affect postoperative clinical outcomes. STUDY DESIGN Case series; Level of evidence, 4. METHODS As a retrospective review, from January 2007 to December 2019, a total of 99 patients who had undergone surgical treatment of lateral epicondylitis with a modified Nirschl technique were enrolled. The number of preoperative corticosteroid injections was investigated by medical record review. Outcome measurements included visual analog pain scale; Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score; Mayo Elbow Performance Score; and the Nirschl and Pettrone grade. Grip power and wrist extension power were measured using a digital dynamometer. RESULTS A total of 99 patients were included in this study. The mean total number of injections of patients was 4.37 ± 2.46 times (range, 1-15 times). Total duration of nonoperative treatment before surgery was 25.4 ± 20.5 months (range, 4-124.8 months). The mean postoperative follow-up period was 42.8 ± 28.0 months (range, 12-110 months). For all injection numbers, clinical scores showed significant improvement in visual analog pain scale, DASH score, Mayo elbow score, grip power, and wrist extension power after surgery. Regression analysis showed that the degree of improvement according to the injection number was not statistically significant. The Nirschl and Pettrone grade was excellent in 82 (82.8%) patients, good in 14 (14.1%) patients, fair in 2 (2%) patient, and failure in 1 (1%) patient. CONCLUSION The number of preoperative corticosteroid injections does not appear to affect postoperative clinical outcomes of patients with lateral epicondylitis who undergo surgery with a modified Nirschl technique.
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- Cheungsoo Ha
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Barunsesang Hospital, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Artificial Intelligence, Korea University, Seongbuk-ku, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea
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Rippke JN, Burkhart KJ. [Epicondylosis : Open surgical procedure-when and how for lateral and medial epicondylitis?]. ORTHOPADIE (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) 2023; 52:394-403. [PMID: 37074370 DOI: 10.1007/s00132-023-04374-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/13/2023] [Indexed: 04/20/2023]
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BACKGROUND Epicondylosis of the elbow are common pathologies, with a higher incidence for radial epicondylosis. Approximately 90% are self-limiting under conservative treatment. TREATMENT Multiple surgical procedures exist for the treatment of refractory cases. Arthroscopic treatment has been described for both radial and medial pathologies. Open and arthroscopic procedures show equivalent results in the surgical treatment of radial epicondylosis. This paper describes the most common open surgical procedures for the treatment of radial epicondylosis. Furthermore, the pros and cons of the arthroscopic versus the open approach are discussed, and the indications for an open surgical procedure for radial pathologies are highlighted. The authors believe that the open technique represents the standard treatment in the surgical treatment of ulnar epicondylosis. LIMITATIONS Arthroscopic procedures have been described, but studies comparing the clinical outcome versus open surgical treatment are lacking. The anatomic proximity of the flexor origin to the ulnar nerve with the risk of iatrogenic damage is another limiting factor. In addition, concomitant pathologies on the ulnar side can better be ruled out preoperatively, so that arthroscopy has a rather low significance in the treatment of ulnar epicondylosis.
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- Jules-Nikolaus Rippke
- Klinik für Orthopädie und Traumatologie, KSA Kantonsspital Aarau, Tellstr. 25, 5001, Aarau, Schweiz.
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- Arcus Sportklinik, Pforzheim, Deutschland
- Medizinische Fakultät, Universität zu Köln, Köln, Deutschland
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Ge LP, Liu XQ, Zhang RK, Chen ZN, Cheng F. Comparison between acupotomy and corticosteroid injection for patients diagnosed with different classifications of tennis elbow: a randomized control trial. J Orthop Surg Res 2022; 17:433. [PMID: 36175902 PMCID: PMC9524077 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-022-03323-x] [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: 07/21/2022] [Accepted: 09/14/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Tennis elbow has long been one of the most controversial subjects in orthopaedics. Many scholars thought the use of open or arthroscopic surgery was reserved for patients with refractory symptoms. Therapy with percutaneous acupotomy performed under local anaesthesia also removes degenerated tissue, releases strain, and therefore provides an alternative treatment option to surgical excision. METHODS The aim of this single-blinded randomized control trial was to examine the long-term clinical effectiveness of a nonsurgical percutaneous release technique (acupotomy) and the current recommended treatment (steroid injection) in people diagnosed with a refractory tennis elbow. Ninety patients with refractory symptoms were included. The intervention period was 6 weeks. According to the classification, 38 patients had extra-articular tennis elbow, 36 patients had intraarticular tennis elbow, and 16 patients had mixed type tennis elbow. Forty-five patients were randomly assigned to treatment with percutaneous release by acupotomy according to their classified condition, and 45 patients were randomly assigned to treatment with steroid injection alone. The visual analogue scale (VAS), a tenderness assessment, a grip assessment, and the Nirschl staging system were used for outcome evaluation at pretreatment and the posttreatment timepoints from 12 to 48 weeks. RESULTS During the first weeks, there were no differences observed between the groups. By 6, 24 and 48 weeks, significant differences were observed between the two groups. The acupotomy group scored significantly better in visual analogue scale score (VAS) of pain, tenderness during palpation, pain-free grip strength (PFGS) and Nirschl staging than the corticosteroid group. CONCLUSIONS For patients with lateral epicondylitis, acupotomy is just as effective as corticosteroid injections in the short term (< 6 weeks). In the long term, acupotomy has greater efficacy and is associated with a lower rate of recurrence than corticosteroid injections in the management of lateral epicondylitis. TRIAL REGISTRATION The National Health Commission announced the "ethical review measures for biomedical research involving people" in 2019, which was not mandatory in previous studies.
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- Lin-Pu Ge
- Department of Orthopedics, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310005, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Hangzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou, 310007, China
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- Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310053, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310005, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, 310005, Zhejiang, China.
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Hartnett DA, Milner JD, DeFroda SF. The Weekend Warrior: Common Shoulder and Elbow Injuries in the Recreational Athlete. Am J Med 2022; 135:297-301. [PMID: 34508699 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjmed.2021.08.015] [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: 08/12/2021] [Accepted: 08/13/2021] [Indexed: 11/01/2022]
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"Weekend warriors" are recreational athletes who compress their physical activity into 1-2 weekly exercise sessions. These individuals are generally older than the conventionally discussed athlete, and can live otherwise sedentary lifestyles that contribute to limited opportunities for regular exercise. The combination of high-energy physical activity with relative deconditioning, as well as older age and a potential history of competitive athletic play, can predispose these weekend warriors to a plethora of sports injuries. The shoulder and elbow are dynamically involved in a multitude of common recreational sports, such as baseball, softball, tennis, golf, and volleyball, and forms of casual exercise, such as swimming or climbing. A lack of proper conditioning and supplemental training in weekend warriors, particularly in comparison to elite athletes in these respective sports, can contribute to the development of both acute and chronic conditions of the shoulder and elbow. Inconsistency in physical activity can minimize the prominence of symptoms, leading patients to delayed presentations with injuries that severely impact their ability to engage in their exercise of choice, and therefore remain active at all. This narrative review aims to present the etiology, presentation, and management of common shoulder and elbow injuries that may afflict this patient population. Prevention strategies will also be discussed.
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- Davis A Hartnett
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brown University, Warren Alpert School of Medicine, Providence, RI.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brown University, Warren Alpert School of Medicine, Providence, RI
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Missouri Orthopaedic Institute, University of Missouri, Columbia
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Leschinger T, Tischer T, Doepfer AK, Glanzmann M, Hackl M, Lehmann L, Müller L, Reuter S, Siebenlist S, Theermann R, Wörtler K, Banerjee M. Epicondylopathia humeri radialis. ZEITSCHRIFT FUR ORTHOPADIE UND UNFALLCHIRURGIE 2021; 160:329-340. [PMID: 33851405 DOI: 10.1055/a-1340-0931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Lateral epicondylitis is a common orthopaedic condition often massively restricting the quality of life of the affected patients. There are a wide variety of treatment options - with varying levels of evidence. METHOD The following statements and recommendations are based on the current German S2k guideline Epicondylopathia radialis humeri (AWMF registry number: 033 - 2019). All major German specialist societies participated in this guideline, which is based on a systematic review of the literature and a structured consensus-building process. OUTCOMES Lateral epicondylitis should be diagnosed clinically and can be confirmed by imaging modalities. The Guidelines Commission issues recommendations on clinical and radiological diagnostic workup. The clinical condition results from the accumulated effect of mechanical overload, neurologic irritation and metabolic changes. Differentiating between acute and chronic disorder is helpful. Prognosis of non-surgical regimens is favourable in most cases. Most cases spontaneously resolve within 12 months. In case of unsuccessful attempted non-surgical management for at least six months, surgery may be considered as an alternative, if there is a corresponding structural morphology and clinical manifestation. At present, it is not possible to recommend a specific surgical procedure. CONCLUSION This paper provides a summary of the guideline with extracts of the recommendations and statements of its authors regarding the pathogenesis, prevention, diagnostic workup as well as non-surgical and surgical management.
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- Tim Leschinger
- Division of Trauma, Hand and Elbow Surgery, Cologne University Medical Centre, Cologne, Germany
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- Rostock University Medical Centre, Department of Orthopaedics, Rostock, Germany
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- Division of Trauma, Hand and Elbow Surgery, Cologne University Medical Centre, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Trauma and Hand Surgery, ViDia Christliche Kliniken Karlsruhe, St. Vincentius-Kliniken, Karlsruhe, Germany
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- Division of Trauma, Hand and Elbow Surgery, Cologne University Medical Centre, Cologne, Germany
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- SRH Hochschule für Gesundheit, Campus Stuttgart, Germany
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- Department of Sports Orthopaedics, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Joint Surgery, HELIOS ENDO-Klinik Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany
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- Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technical University of Munich, Munich, Germany
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- Mediapark Klinik, Cologne, Germany.,Department of Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery, Witten/Herdecke University, Campus Cologne-Merheim, Cologne, Germany
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Lee S, Hong IT, Lee S, Kim TS, Jung K, Han SH. Long-term outcomes of the modified Nirschl technique for lateral Epicondylitis: a retrospective study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2021; 22:205. [PMID: 33607981 PMCID: PMC7896402 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-021-04079-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2020] [Accepted: 02/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background Although the Nirschl technique was introduced approximately 40 years ago, only limited information is available about the long-term results, especially concerning extensor power changes after surgery. The purpose of this study was to investigate long-term clinical results of surgical treatment of lateral epicondylitis using the modified Nirschl technique. The main outcome variable was muscle strength for wrist extension because the extensor origin was not reattached after removal of the degenerative extensor tendon. Methods Data from 99 patients who underwent surgical lateral epicondylitis treatment between 2007 to 2012 were included in the study. The mean follow-up period was 8.5 years (5 to 10, ± 1.1 years) and the mean age at surgery was 44.8 years (32 to 70, ± 9.8 years). The surgeries were performed using the modified Nirschl method and did not include extensor origin reattachment. Outcome measurements included the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) score, Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score, the MAYO elbow performance score, and Nirschl and Pettrone’s grades. Wrist extension and grip strength were analyzed using a digital handgrip dynamometer (microFET2TM system) and JAMA hand dynamometer. Results Mean time required to return to work was 2.4 months after surgery. At the last follow-up after surgery, the mean VAS score had significantly improved, from 4.9 to 1.1. Mean MAYO elbow performance scores significantly improved, from 64 to 90, and mean DASH scores improved from 50 to 13. The Nirschl and Pettrone’s grades were 80% rated as ‘excellent’ and 16% rated as ‘good’. After adjusting for power differences between the dominant and non-dominant arms, the difference between wrist extensor power of the operated elbow and the non-operated opposite elbow at the final follow-up was not statistically significant. No patients complained about wrist extension weakness. Conclusion Although reattachment of the extensor origin was not performed during the modified Nirschl surgical technique, there was no significant weakness in wrist extension power and the long-term follow-up revealed favorable clinical results. Level of evidence Level IV (case series). Retrospective study. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12891-021-04079-x.
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- Soonchul Lee
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13496, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do, 18450, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13496, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13496, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13496, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, CHA Bundang Medical Center, CHA University School of Medicine, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, 13496, Republic of Korea.
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Herald J, Ashraf M, Sundar MS, Rajan DV. Lateral Epicondylitis-Narrative Review on Surgical Options for Recalcitrant Cases. Indian J Orthop 2021; 55:318-324. [PMID: 33927809 PMCID: PMC8046873 DOI: 10.1007/s43465-021-00364-y] [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: 12/08/2020] [Accepted: 01/20/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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PURPOSE Lateral epicondylitis or lateral elbow tendinopathy is a common condition which needs to be addressed appropriately. This condition usually responds well to non-operative treatment. However, an orthopaedic physician needs to be aware of the recalcitrant cases and equip surgical armamentarium to provide adequate care. METHODOLOGY The literature search was performed on PubMed, Medline and Google scholar using the keywords Tennis elbow, recalcitrant, thorntons technique, surgical options, for this narrative review. CONCLUSION This article focuses on the causes for recalcitrant tendinopathy and review of its surgical options.
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- Ortho One Orthopaedic Speciality Center, Coimbatore, India
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- Ortho One Orthopaedic Speciality Center, Coimbatore, India
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Altahawi F, Li X, Demarest B, Forney MC. Percutaneous ultrasonic tenotomy with the TX-1 device versus surgical tenotomy for the treatment of common extensor tendinosis. Skeletal Radiol 2021; 50:115-124. [PMID: 32647907 DOI: 10.1007/s00256-020-03540-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/06/2020] [Revised: 06/29/2020] [Accepted: 07/05/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To compare outcomes in patients treated for chronic common extensor tendinosis with percutaneous ultrasonic tenotomy (TX-1 device) versus surgical tenotomy. MATERIALS AND METHODS Outcomes from consecutive patients who underwent percutaneous tenotomy with the TX-1 device were compared with outcomes from consecutive patients who underwent surgical tenotomy. Patients were contacted to retrospectively assess their outcomes at 4 time points: before treatment, 2 weeks after treatment, 3 to 6 months after treatment, and 12 months after treatment. Outcomes were assessed using the quick disabilities of the arm, shoulder, and hand score (QuickDASH) and the Oxford elbow score (OES). Student's t tests were used to compare postprocedural versus preprocedural scores and percutaneous versus surgical tenotomy scores. RESULTS Response rates were 23 of 43 and 10 of 47 for surveyed percutaneous and surgical tenotomy patients, respectively. There were significant improvements from preprocedural scores in all primary outcome measures at 3-to-6-month and 12-month time points for both procedures. No significant changes from preprocedural scores were seen for either procedure at 2 weeks after treatment or between percutaneous and surgical tenotomy in preprocedural or postprocedural scores for any outcome measure. At 2 weeks, improved percutaneous tenotomy scores approached significance compared with percutaneous preprocedural QuickDASH (p = 0.060) and surgical 2-week OES function domain (p = 0.074) scores. CONCLUSION Ultrasonic percutaneous tenotomy with the TX-1 device and surgical tenotomy have similar outcomes for chronic common extensor tendinosis, with significant symptomatic improvement occurring after 3 to 6 months. Larger studies are needed to assess for differences at 2 weeks.
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- Faysal Altahawi
- Section of Musculoskeletal Imaging, Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Ave, Mail Code A21, Cleveland, OH, 44195, USA
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- Pennsylvania Hospital, University of Pennsylvania, 800 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA
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- Section of Musculoskeletal Imaging, Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Ave, Mail Code A21, Cleveland, OH, 44195, USA
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- Section of Musculoskeletal Imaging, Cleveland Clinic, 9500 Euclid Ave, Mail Code A21, Cleveland, OH, 44195, USA.
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Ma KL, Wang HQ. Management of Lateral Epicondylitis: A Narrative Literature Review. Pain Res Manag 2020; 2020:6965381. [PMID: 32454922 PMCID: PMC7222600 DOI: 10.1155/2020/6965381] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2019] [Revised: 11/14/2019] [Accepted: 04/22/2020] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Lateral epicondylitis, also termed as "tennis elbow," is the most common cause of elbow pain and dysfunction, mainly resulting from repetitive gripping or wrist extension during various activities. The exact pathogenesis remains largely elusive with putative tendinosis, a symptomatic degenerative process of the local tendon. It is usually diagnosed by clinical examinations. Sometimes, additional imaging is required for a specific differential diagnosis. Although most cases can be self-healing, the optimal treatment strategy for chronic lateral epicondylitis remains controversial. This article presents a landscape of emerging evidence on lateral epicondylitis and focuses on the pathogenesis, diagnosis, and management, shedding light on the understandings and treatment for healthcare professionals.
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- Kun-Long Ma
- Department of Orthopedics, Yongchuan Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Hua Road, No. 439, Yongchuan, Chongqing 402160, China
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- Institute of Integrative Medicine, Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine, Xixian Avenue, Xixian District, Xi'an 712046, Shaanxi Province, China
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Wang W, Chen J, Lou J, Shentu G, Xu G. Comparison of arthroscopic debridement and open debridement in the management of lateral epicondylitis: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Medicine (Baltimore) 2019; 98:e17668. [PMID: 31689781 PMCID: PMC6946356 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000017668] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2019] [Revised: 09/05/2019] [Accepted: 09/27/2019] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Previous studies have reported that both arthroscopic debridement (AD) and open debridement (OD) of extensor carpi radialis brevis are effective in the treatment of lateral epicondylitis. Despite this, few studies have focused on the comparative outcomes of these 2 procedures. The aim of this study was to assess whether AD is superior to OD in managing lateral epicondylitis. METHODS A systematic search of the literature was conducted to identify relevant articles that were published in MEDLINE, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases during January 2019. All studies comparing the efficacy of AD and OD in terms of failure rate, complication rate, and clinical outcome measures were included. Statistical analysis was performed using Review Manager. RESULTS Six clinical trials were included in the current meta-analysis. There was no significant difference with regard to disabilities of the arm, shoulder, and hand scores, visual analog scale, and failure rate. There was a statistically significant difference in surgical time in favor of the OD (mean difference [MD], -11.45, 95% confidence interval [CI], -12.45 to -10.44, I = 0%, P < .001). There was no significant difference of complication rate between the OD group (0.6%) and the AD group (1.0%) (MD, 0.62; 95% CI, 0.12-3.06; P = .55) CONCLUSION:: There was no significant difference between arthroscopic and open surgery with regards to failure rate, functional outcome score, and complication rate. The current meta-analysis found that arthroscopic surgery had a longer surgical time than open surgery for lateral epicondylitis.
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Shim JW, Yoo SH, Park MJ. Surgical management of lateral epicondylitis combined with ligament insufficiency. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2018; 27:1907-1912. [PMID: 30170794 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2018.06.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2018] [Revised: 06/03/2018] [Accepted: 06/03/2018] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Lateral collateral ligament (LCL) insufficiency may occur in patients with chronic lateral epicondylitis (LE). We report on 14 consecutive patients with chronic LE and LCL insufficiency. METHODS We performed a retrospective review of 14 patients with LE and LCL insufficiency diagnosed between 2006 and 2015. The patients had undergone débridement for LE and ligament reconstruction for LCL insufficiency. The study included 9 men and 5 women with an average age of 53 years (range, 41-69 years). The mean follow-up period was 36 months (range, 24-97 months). We analyzed the pain visual analog scale score; Mayo Elbow Performance Score; Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand score; range of motion; and posterolateral rotatory drawer test. We compared histories of steroid injection, trauma, and surgery. RESULTS The pain visual analog scale score, Mayo Elbow Performance Score, and Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand score were significantly improved postoperatively and improved in all patients. Three patients had mild instability on the stress test at final follow-up. All patients had a history of steroid injection, 2 had a history of trauma, and 3 had a history of surgery. The number of steroid injections and the number of cases receiving steroid injections more than 3 times were significantly higher in patients with LCL insufficiency. CONCLUSIONS Assessment of stability is important in patients with chronic LE and risk factors such as multiple steroid injections. Simultaneous surgical treatment including open débridement and ligament reconstruction provides satisfactory pain relief and functional improvement in patients with LE and LCL insufficiency.
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- Jae Woo Shim
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Inseong Hallym Hospital, Incheon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Samsung Medical Center, Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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Kwak SH, Lee SJ, Jeong HS, Do MU, Suh KT. Subtle elbow instability associated with lateral epicondylitis. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2018; 19:136. [PMID: 29734945 PMCID: PMC5938800 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-018-2069-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/20/2018] [Accepted: 04/30/2018] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background In lateral epicondylitis, even in the absence of apparent instability, subtle instability can be found under anesthesia. We wanted to ascertain the following: (1) how many elbows surgically treated with lateral epicondylitis showed subtle instability during examination under anesthesia (EUA), (2) how effective magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) was in predicting subtle instability, and (3) if any difference existed in preoperative clinical data between elbows with and without subtle instability during EUA. Methods One hundred and twenty-two elbows (117 patients) diagnosed with intractable lateral epicondylitis underwent surgical treatment. No elbow showed apparent instability with conventional physical examination. Under general anesthesia, the elbows were examined for subtle instability via fluoroscopy and divided into unstable and stable groups. Potential prognostic factors and functional scores were assessed retrospectively. The MRIs were reviewed again by two radiologists. Results Seventeen elbows (unstable group, 13.9%) had subtle instability in EUA, while 105 elbows (stable group, 86.1%) did not. Lateral collateral ligament (LCL) complex injury was noted in the MRIs of 28 elbows. Fifteen elbows showed subtle instability among 28 elbows with abnormal MRI (positive predictive value, 53.6%), while 81 elbows did not show subtle instability among 82 elbows with normal MRI (negative predictive value, 98.7%). The preoperative visual analog scale score was higher in the unstable group than in the stable group (p < 0.001), and a history of multiple corticosteroid injections (≥3) was related to subtle instability in EUA (p = 0.042). Other factors showed no significant differences between both groups. Conclusions Subtle instability resulting from LCL complex injury was noted in elbows with lateral epicondylitis. This could be visualized with fluoroscopic EUA, and preoperative MRI could be used to exclude subtle instability. Surgeons should consider checking for subtle instability, especially when patients have a history of multiple corticosteroid injections (≥3) or severe pain and MRI indicates instability.
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- Sang Ho Kwak
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital, Pusan National University School of Medicine, 20, Geumo-ro, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital, Pusan National University School of Medicine, 20, Geumo-ro, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, Republic of Korea.
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- Department of Radiology, Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital, Pusan National University School of Medicine, 20, Geumo-ro, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital, Pusan National University School of Medicine, 20, Geumo-ro, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Pusan National University Yangsan Hospital, Pusan National University School of Medicine, 20, Geumo-ro, Mulgeum-eup, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do, Republic of Korea
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Kroslak M, Murrell GAC. Surgical Treatment of Lateral Epicondylitis: A Prospective, Randomized, Double-Blinded, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial. Am J Sports Med 2018; 46:1106-1113. [PMID: 29498885 DOI: 10.1177/0363546517753385] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND A number of surgical techniques for managing tennis elbow have been described. One of the most frequently performed involves excising the affected portion of the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB). The results of this technique, as well as most other described surgical techniques for this condition, have been reported as excellent, yet none have been compared with placebo surgery. HYPOTHESIS The surgical excision of the degenerative portion of the ECRB offers no additional benefit over and above placebo surgery for the management of chronic tennis elbow. STUDY DESIGN Randomized controlled trial; Level of evidence, 2. METHODS This study investigated surgical excision of the macroscopically degenerated portion of the ECRB (surgery; n = 13) as compared with skin incision and exposure of the ECRB alone (sham; n = 13) to treat patients who had tennis elbow for >6 months and had failed at least 2 nonsurgical modalities. The primary outcome measure was defined as patient-rated frequency of elbow pain with activity at 6 months after surgery. Secondary outcome measures included patient-rated pain and functional outcomes, range of motion, epicondyle tenderness, and strength at 6 months and 2.5 years. All outcome measures up to and including the 6-month follow-up were measured in person; the longer-term questionnaire was conducted in person or over the phone. RESULTS The 2 groups, surgery and sham, were similar for age, sex, hand dominance, and duration of symptoms. Both procedures improved patient-rated pain frequency and severity, elbow stiffness, difficulty with picking up objects, difficulty with twisting motions, and overall elbow rating >6 months and at 2.5 years ( P < .01). Both procedures also improved epicondyle tenderness, pronation-supination range, grip strength, and modified Orthopaedic Research Institute-Tennis Elbow Testing System at 6 months ( P < .05). No significant difference was observed between the groups in any parameter at any stage. No side effects or complications were reported. The study was stopped before the calculated number of patients were enrolled (40 per group); yet, a post hoc futility analysis was conducted that showed, based on the magnitude of the differences between the groups, >6500 patients would need to be recruited per group to see a significant difference between the groups at 26 weeks in the primary outcome (patient-rated frequency of elbow pain with activity). CONCLUSION With the number of available participants, this study failed to show additional benefit of the surgical excision of the degenerative portion of the ECRB over placebo surgery for the management of chronic tennis elbow.
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- Martin Kroslak
- Orthopaedic Research Institute, St George Hospital, Kogarah, Australia.,University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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- Orthopaedic Research Institute, St George Hospital, Kogarah, Australia.,University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia
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Schneider MM, Beyer W, Hollinger B, Reith G, Nietschke R, Beyer LP, Burkhart KJ. Der Tennisellenbogen. MANUELLE MEDIZIN 2018. [DOI: 10.1007/s00337-018-0387-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/17/2022]
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Gaspar MP, Motto MA, Lewis S, Jacoby SM, Culp RW, Lee Osterman A, Kane PM. Platelet-Rich Plasma Injection With Percutaneous Needling for Recalcitrant Lateral Epicondylitis: Comparison of Tenotomy and Fenestration Techniques. Orthop J Sports Med 2017; 5:2325967117742077. [PMID: 29238734 PMCID: PMC5721972 DOI: 10.1177/2325967117742077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/22/2022] Open
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Background Recalcitrant lateral epicondylitis (LE) is a common debilitating condition, with numerous treatment options of varying success. An injection of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has been shown to improve LE, although it is unclear whether the method of needling used in conjunction with a PRP injection is of clinical importance. Purpose To determine whether percutaneous needle tenotomy is superior to percutaneous needle fenestration when each is combined with a PRP injection for the treatment of recalcitrant LE. Study Design Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods A total of 93 patients with recalcitrant LE were treated with a PRP injection and percutaneous needle fenestration (n = 45) or percutaneous needle tenotomy (n = 48) over a 5-year study interval. Preoperative patient data, including visual analog scale for pain (VAS-P), Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (QuickDASH), and Patient-Rated Tennis Elbow Evaluation (PRTEE) scores and grip strength, were obtained from a chart review and compared with postoperative values obtained prospectively. Secondary outcomes included the incidence of complications, need for additional interventions, return to work, and patient satisfaction. Results At a mean follow-up of 40 months, significant improvements in VAS-P (mean, -6.1; 95% CI, -6.8 to -5.5; P < .0001), QuickDASH (mean, -46; 95% CI, -52 to -40; P < .0001), and PRTEE (mean, -57; 95% CI, -64 to -50; P < .0001) scores and grip strength (mean, +6.1 kg; 95% CI, 4.9 to 7.3; P < .0001) were observed across the entire study cohort, with no significant differences noted between the fenestration and tenotomy groups. Nine of 45 patients (22%) underwent additional procedures to treat recurrent symptoms in the fenestration group compared with 5 of 48 patients (10%) in the tenotomy group (P = .05). No complications occurred in any patients, and no patients expressed dissatisfaction with their treatment course. Conclusion A PRP injection with concomitant percutaneous needling is an effective treatment for recalcitrant LE, with sustained improvements in pain, strength, and function demonstrated at a mean follow-up of longer than 3 years. Although the method of concomitant needling does not appear to have a significant effect on treatment outcomes, more aggressive needle tenotomy is less likely to require conversion to open tenotomy than needle fenestration in the short term to midterm.
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- Michael P Gaspar
- Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.,Darden School of Business, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, Virginia, USA
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- Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA.,Department of Orthopaedics, Southern California Permanente Medical Group, Fontana, California, USA
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- Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Philadelphia Hand to Shoulder Center, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Percutaneous Ultrasonic Tenotomy for Refractory Common Extensor Tendinopathy After Failed Open Surgical Release: A Report of Two Cases. PM R 2017; 10:313-316. [DOI: 10.1016/j.pmrj.2017.07.077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2017] [Revised: 07/24/2017] [Accepted: 07/30/2017] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Ultrasound-guided percutaneous bone drilling for the treatment of lateral epicondylitis. Eur Radiol 2017; 28:390-397. [PMID: 28677063 DOI: 10.1007/s00330-017-4932-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2016] [Revised: 05/17/2017] [Accepted: 06/07/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine the clinical efficacy of sonographically-guided percutaneous bone drilling of the lateral epicondyle (LE) for the treatment of patients with LE. METHODS We included 24 patients with LE who reported pain in this study. All patients underwent sonographically-guided percutaneous bone drilling of the lateral epicondyle. Follow-up sonography and physical examinations were performed 1, 3 and 6 months after the procedure. The outcome measures included sonographic findings, visual analogue scale (VAS) score, maximum voluntary grip strength (MVGS) and patient-related tennis elbow evaluation (PRTEE) score. RESULTS None of the patients had immediate complications during the procedure. The area of the extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) tears decreased significantly at 1 month and declined gradually over the remaining 5 months of the study (p < 0.001). The mean pain VAS score was significantly lower at 6 months than preoperatively (respectively; p < 0.001). The mean MVGS increased significantly between pretreatment and 6 months post-treatment (p < 0.001), whereas the PRTEE score decreased significantly during the same period (p < 0.001). CONCLUSION Sonographically-guided percutaneous drilling is a quick and safe treatment option for LE that can be performed in an outpatient setting. KEY POINTS • Percutaneous drilling of the lateral condyle is effective for the treatment of LE. • The area of ECRB tears can be measured by US-guided saline injection. • US-guided percutaneous drilling is a quick and safe treatment option for LE.
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Pierce TP, Issa K, Gilbert BT, Hanly B, Festa A, McInerney VK, Scillia AJ. A Systematic Review of Tennis Elbow Surgery: Open Versus Arthroscopic Versus Percutaneous Release of the Common Extensor Origin. Arthroscopy 2017; 33:1260-1268.e2. [PMID: 28412059 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2017.01.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 47] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/11/2016] [Revised: 01/17/2017] [Accepted: 01/25/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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PURPOSE To compare complications, function, pain, and patient satisfaction after conventional open, percutaneous, or arthroscopic release of the extensor origin for the treatment of lateral epicondylitis. METHODS A thorough review of 4 databases-PubMed, EBSCOhost, CINAHL (Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature) Plus, and Scopus-was performed to identify all studies that addressed surgical management of lateral epicondylitis. We included (1) studies published between 2000 and 2015 and (2) studies with clearly defined surgical techniques. We excluded (1) non-English-language manuscripts, (2) isolated case reports, (3) studies with fewer than 10 subjects, (4) animal studies, (5) studies with additional adjunctive procedures aside from release of the extensor origin, (6) clinical or systematic review manuscripts, (7) studies with a follow-up period of 6 months or less, and (8) studies in which less than 80% of patients completed follow-up. Each study was analyzed for complication rates, functional outcomes, pain, and patient satisfaction. RESULTS Thirty reports were identified that included 848 open, 578 arthroscopic, and 178 percutaneous releases. Patients within each release group had a similar age (46 years vs 46 years vs 48 years; P = .9 and P = .4, respectively), whereas there was a longer follow-up time in patients who underwent surgery by an open technique (49.4 months vs 42.6 months vs 23 months, P < .001). There were no differences in complication rates among these techniques (3.8% vs 2.9% vs 3.9%; P = .5 and P = .9, respectively). However, open techniques were correlated with higher surgical-site infection rates than arthroscopic techniques (0.7% vs 0%, P = .04). Mean Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand scores were substantially better with both open and arthroscopic techniques than with percutaneous release (19.9 points vs 21.3 points vs 29 points, P < .001). In addition, there was less pain reported in the arthroscopic and percutaneous release groups as opposed to their open counterparts (1.9 points vs 1.4 points vs 1.3 points, P < .0001). There were no differences among the techniques in patient satisfaction rate (93.7% vs 89% vs 88%; P = .08 and P = .07, respectively). CONCLUSIONS Functional outcomes of open and arthroscopic releases may be superior to those of percutaneous release. In addition, patients may report less pain with arthroscopic and percutaneous techniques. Although the risk of complications is similar regardless of technique, patients may be counseled that their risk of infectious complications may be slightly higher with open releases. However, it is important to note that this statistical difference may not necessarily portend noticeable clinical differences. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, systematic review of Level III and IV evidence.
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- Todd P Pierce
- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A
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- Department of Orthopaedics, School of Health and Medical Sciences, Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, U.S.A..
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Degen RM, Cancienne JM, Camp CL, Altchek DW, Dines JS, Werner BC. Three or more preoperative injections is the most significant risk factor for revision surgery after operative treatment of lateral epicondylitis: an analysis of 3863 patients. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2017; 26:704-709. [PMID: 28094190 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2016.10.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/25/2016] [Revised: 09/28/2016] [Accepted: 10/26/2016] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
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BACKGROUND This study was conducted to identify the rate of failure of operative treatment of lateral epicondylitis, defined as progression to ipsilateral revision surgery, and associated patient-specific risk factors for failure. METHODS A national database was used to identify patients undergoing surgical treatment of lateral epicondylitis from 2005 to 2012. Patients undergoing concomitant procedures were excluded. Patients who then required subsequent ipsilateral extensor carpi radialis brevis débridement or release within 2 years were identified using similar methods. A multivariate binomial logistic regression analysis was used to evaluate patient-related risk factors for revision surgery. In addition, the number of preoperative injections (1, 2, or ≥3) in the ipsilateral elbow was identified and included in the regression analysis. Adjusted odds ratios (OR) and 95% confidence intervals were calculated for each risk factor. RESULTS Of 3863 patients who underwent operative treatment of lateral epicondylitis, 58 (1.5%) required ipsilateral revision surgery. Risk factors for revision surgery included age <65 years (OR, 2.95; P = .003), male gender (OR, 1.53; P = .017), morbid obesity (OR, 2.13; P = .002), tobacco use (OR, 1.87; P < .001), and inflammatory arthritis (OR, 1.79; P = .009). Having ≥3 ipsilateral preoperative injections was the most significant risk factor (OR, 3.55; P < .001), whereas having 2 (OR, 1.44; P = .135) or 1 (OR, 1.15; P = .495) was not significant. CONCLUSIONS The incidence of failure requiring revision surgery for lateral epicondylitis in the studied population is low (1.5%). Risk factors for revision surgery include younger age, male gender, morbid obesity, tobacco use, and inflammatory arthritis. The most significant risk factor for revision surgery is having ≥3 ipsilateral preoperative injections.
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- Ryan M Degen
- Sports Medicine and Shoulder Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA, USA
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- Sports Medicine and Shoulder Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Sports Medicine and Shoulder Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Sports Medicine and Shoulder Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Sports Medicine and Shoulder Surgery, University of Virginia Health System, Charlottesville, VA, USA.
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Tendinopathies of the elbow and in particular of the common extensor origin are a common cause of elbow pain. Part one of this two part review of tendinopathies of the elbow will focus on the pathophysiology and management of lateral elbow tendinopathy, frequently referred to as tennis elbow. Lateral elbow tendinopathy is a common condition with an incidence of 1 – 2%. The pathology arises from the origin of extensor carpi radialis brevis where changes, consistent with all tendinopathies, of angiofibroblastic hyperplasia occur secondary to repetitive micro trauma. It is not an inflammatory condition. Clinical history and examination is usually sufficient for diagnosis although MRI and ultrasound can be used. The many treatment options that have been proposed have a mixed quality of supporting evidence. Thus management protocols are difficult to define. Treatment depends on the length of symptoms. Acute presentation is managed through conservative measures including activity modification, topical NSAIDs and physiotherapy. For patients with recalcitrant symptoms, injection therapy with, for example, platelet rich plasma can be used. Alternatively surgical excision of the diseased tissue can be performed. This review article will consider the available evidence in order to identify both treatments that are effective and those that are not.
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BACKGROUND Lateral epicondylitis is a common disease of the common extensor origin at the lateral humerus. Despite its common self-limitation it can lead to chronic therapy-resistant pain with remarkable functional disability of the affected arm. OBJECTIVES Different conservative and operative treatment options of lateral epicondylitis are described and compared regarding benefits and risks. Additionally, recent surgical techniques and their complications are mentioned. Based on the current literature, it is shown which treatment option can be recommended. METHODS This review was based on the literature analysis in PubMed regarding "conservative and operative therapy of lateral epicondylitis" as well as the clinical experience of the authors. RESULTS Conservative treatment is the primary choice for the treatment of lateral epicondylitis if concomitant pathologies such as instability among others can be excluded. It should include strengthening against resistance with eccentric stretching of the extensor group. In persistent cases, operative treatment is warranted. Resection of the pathologic tissue at the extensor origin with debridement and refixation of the healthy tendinous tissue yields good results. CONCLUSIONS Most patients with lateral epicondylitis can be treated conservatively with success. Radiological evaluation should be performed in therapy-resistant cases. In the case of partial or complete rupture of the extensor origin, operative therapy is indicated.
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- Burak Altintas
- Sporthopaedicum Regensburg, Hildegard-von-Bingen-Str. 1, 93053, Regensburg, Deutschland
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- Sporthopaedicum Regensburg, Hildegard-von-Bingen-Str. 1, 93053, Regensburg, Deutschland.
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Gregory BP, Wysocki RW, Cohen MS. Controversies in Surgical Management of Recalcitrant Enthesopathy of the Extensor Carpi Radialis Brevis. J Hand Surg Am 2016; 41:856-9. [PMID: 27491631 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2016.06.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2016] [Accepted: 06/24/2016] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Enthesopathy of the extensor carpi radialis brevis, often referred to as "tennis elbow," is common and responds to nonsurgical treatment in 80% to 90% of patients within 1 year. For those who proceed with surgery, much remains unclear regarding the ideal treatment. This paper discusses controversies in surgical management of extensor carpi radialis brevis enthesopathy including clinical outcomes of open versus arthroscopic techniques, the relevance of concomitant pathology addressed arthroscopically, and avenues for assessing comparative cost data.
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- Bonnie P Gregory
- Department of Orthopaedics, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL
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Reported complication rates are low for lateral epicondylitis management, but the anatomic complexity of the elbow allows for possible catastrophic complication. This review documents complications associated with lateral epicondylar release: 67 studies reporting outcomes of lateral epicondylar release with open, percutaneous, or arthroscopic methods were reviewed and 6 case reports on specific complications associated with the procedure are included. Overall complication rate was 3.3%. For open procedures it was 4.3%, percutaneous procedures 1.9%, and arthroscopic procedures 1.1%. In higher-level studies directly comparing modalities, the complication rates were 1.3%, 0%, and 1.2%, respectively.
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- Michael Lucius Pomerantz
- Synergy Specialists Medical Group, Orthopaedic Surgery, Hand/Upper Extremity Sub-specialization, 955 Lane Ave, Suite #200, Chula Vista, CA 91914, USA.
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Seng C, Mohan PC, Koh SBJ, Howe TS, Lim YG, Lee BP, Morrey BF. Ultrasonic Percutaneous Tenotomy for Recalcitrant Lateral Elbow Tendinopathy: Sustainability and Sonographic Progression at 3 Years. Am J Sports Med 2016; 44:504-10. [PMID: 26602153 DOI: 10.1177/0363546515612758] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND A previously published study found positive outcomes for a novel technique for ultrasound-guided percutaneous ultrasonic tenotomy, showing good tolerability, safety, and early efficacy within an office setting. PURPOSE In this follow-up study, all 20 members of the original cohort were contacted after 3 years to explore the sustainability of symptomatic relief, functional improvement, and sonographic soft tissue response for percutaneous ultrasonic tenotomy. STUDY DESIGN Case series; Level of evidence, 4. METHODS All 20 subjects of the clinical trial that was performed from June to November 2011 were further assessed at 36 months after the procedure in terms of visual analog scale for pain, Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH)-Compulsory/Work scores, need for adjunct procedures, and overall satisfaction. Importantly, all 20 were reassessed with ultrasound imaging at 36 months, and evidence of the common extensor tendon response was assessed in terms of tendon hypervascularity, tendon thickness, and the progress of the hypoechoic scar tissue. RESULTS A 100% clinical follow-up was achieved, inclusive of ultrasonographic assessment. None of the subjects required further treatment procedures, and 100% expressed satisfaction. Previous improvements in visual analog scale (current median ± SD, 0 ± 0.9; range, 0-3) and DASH-Work scores (current median, 0 ± 0) were sustained with conformity to a linear pattern on polynomial measures. There was further reduction in DASH-Compulsory scores to a median of 0 ± 0.644 (range, 0-2) with a significant decrease on repeated measures (P = .008). Tendon hypervascularity was resolved in 94% of patients, and 100% had reduction in tendon thickness. Overall reduction in the hypoechoic scar tissue was observed in all subjects, with a 90% response achieved by 6 months. Between 6 and 36 months, further reduction in the scar was observed in around 60% of patients, with 20% of patients having complete resolution of the hypoechoic scar. CONCLUSION Minimally invasive percutaneous ultrasonic tenotomy provided sustained pain relief and functional improvement for recalcitrant tennis elbow at 3-year follow-up. It is one of the few procedures to demonstrate positive sonographic evidence of tissue-healing response and is an attractive alternative to surgical intervention for definitive treatment of recalcitrant elbow tendinopathy.
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- Chusheng Seng
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
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- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Singapore General Hospital, Singapore
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- Orthopaedic Associates Mount Elizabeth Hospital, Singapore
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA
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[Chronic lateral epicondylitis : The Nirschl procedure]. OPERATIVE ORTHOPADIE UND TRAUMATOLOGIE 2015; 27:525-35. [PMID: 26514958 DOI: 10.1007/s00064-015-0426-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/10/2015] [Revised: 06/21/2015] [Accepted: 08/17/2015] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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PURPOSE Reduction of burden insufficiency. INDICATION Chronic lateral epicondylitis. CONTRAINDICATIONS Acute infection in the surgical area. C6/7 nerve root and plexus irritation. Frohse Arcade syndrome. Posterolateral rotatory instability. SURGICAL TECHNIQUE Incision slightly cranial to the radial epicondyle. Identification of the extensor carpi radial brevis tendon (ERCB) and longus (ECRL). Mobilisation of the ECRL tendon, identification of degenerative tendons of the ECRB. Excision of degenerative tissue. Drill holes in the area of the smoothed radial epicondyle, thermal denervation. POSTOPERATIVE MANAGEMENT Arm plaster splint for 14 days. Unrestricted activity after 4-6 weeks. Maximum loading after 6 months. RESULTS Of the 24 consecutively operated patients, 83.3 % were included. High patient satisfaction. Nirschl tennis and elbow score improved from 35 to 75 points postoperatively. Pain levels decreased from 6.8 to 1.4 points postoperatively.
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Upper extremity pain can result from many overlapping etiologies. These can be categorized into anatomic regions and specific organ systems. Anatomically, pain etiologies are classified into four major groups: neurologic, musculoskeletal, vascular, and other (eg, tumor, infection). Knowledge of the characteristic clinical presentation and physical examination findings of each group can help distinguish the source of the patient's complaints quickly so that an accurate clinical diagnosis can facilitate appropriate diagnostic measures and treatment. A focus on the neurologic causes of upper extremity pain (ie, cervical spine pathology, peripheral nerve compression, neuropathy) and musculoskeletal causes of shoulder and elbow pain (eg, adhesive capsulitis, calcific tendinitis, biceps tendinitis, synovitis) and the distinguishing characteristics (eg, periscapular pain, two-point discrimination, signal intensity on T2-weighted MRI) helps determine the appropriate diagnosis.
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Wang A, Mackie K, Breidahl W, Wang T, Zheng MH. Evidence for the Durability of Autologous Tenocyte Injection for Treatment of Chronic Resistant Lateral Epicondylitis: Mean 4.5-Year Clinical Follow-up. Am J Sports Med 2015; 43:1775-83. [PMID: 25908113 DOI: 10.1177/0363546515579185] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Chronic lateral epicondylitis (LE) induces cell apoptosis and autophagy, which lead to the reduction of tendon-derived cells in the torn tendon. Our previous study has shown that ultrasound-guided autologous tenocyte injection (ATI) to the torn tendon in patients with chronic resistant LE significantly improves pain, function, and structural repair at 1 year. This report is the continued assessment of the clinical outcomes of these patients at mean 4.5-year follow-up. HYPOTHESIS Improvements in LE clinical function and structural repair after ATI will be maintained at mean 4.5-year follow-up. STUDY DESIGN Case series; Level of evidence, 4. METHODS Patients with severe refractory LE underwent clinical evaluation and MRI before intervention. A patellar tendon needle biopsy was performed under local anesthetic, and tendon cells were expanded by in vitro culture. Autologous tenocytes were injected into the central tendinopathy identified at the common extensor tendon origin under ultrasound guidance on a single occasion. Patients underwent serial clinical evaluations for up to 5 years after ATI, including the visual analog scale (VAS) for pain, Quick Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (QuickDASH), Upper Extremity Functional Scale (UEFS), and grip strength. Post-ATI MRI scanning was performed at 1 year and final follow-up. RESULTS A total of 16 patients (9 male, 7 female), aged between 37 and 63 years, were included in the study. The mean duration of symptoms before study recruitment was 29.24 months (range, 6-240 months). One patient elected to proceed to surgery 3 months after ATI due to reinjury at work, and 1 patient died of prostate cancer with metastases during the follow-up period. The mean final follow-up time for the remaining 15 patients was 4.51 years (range, 3.08-5.17 years). No complications were observed at the patellar tendon biopsy site for any patient. No adverse events, infection, or excessive fibroblastic reactions were observed in any patient at the injection site. Clinical evaluation revealed significant (P < .001) improvement in mean VAS pain score from 5.73 at initial assessment to 1.21 (78% improvement) at final follow-up. Mean QuickDASH, UEFS, and grip strength scores also significantly (P < .001) improved from initial assessment to final follow-up (from 45.88 to 6.61 [84%], from 31.73 to 9.20 [64%], and from 19.85 to 46.60 [208%], respectively). There was no difference in mean QuickDASH and UEFS scores at 1 year and final follow-up (P > .05); however, grip strength continued to improve (P < .001). A validated MRI scoring system indicated that the mean grade of tendinopathy at the common extensor origin improved significantly (P < .001) from initial assessment (4.31) to 1 year (2.88) and was maintained (P > .05) at final follow-up (2.87). At final follow-up, 93% of patients were either highly satisfied or satisfied with their ATI treatment. CONCLUSION ATI significantly improved clinical function and MRI tendinopathy scores for up to 5 years in patients with chronic resistant LE who had previously undergone unsuccessful nonsurgical treatment. This study provides evidence for the midterm durability of ATI for treatment of LE tendinopathy.
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- Allan Wang
- Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Nedlands, Western Australia, Australia Centre for Orthopaedic Research, School of Surgery, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia
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- Centre for Orthopaedic Research, School of Surgery, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia
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- Centre for Musculoskeletal Studies, School of Surgery, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia Perth Radiological Clinic, Subiaco, Western Australia, Australia
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- Centre for Orthopaedic Research, School of Surgery, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia
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- Centre for Orthopaedic Research, School of Surgery, The University of Western Australia, Crawley, Western Australia, Australia
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Ford RD, Schmitt WP, Lineberry K, Luce P. A retrospective comparison of the management of recalcitrant lateral elbow tendinosis: platelet-rich plasma injections versus surgery. Hand (N Y) 2015; 10:285-91. [PMID: 26034445 PMCID: PMC4447680 DOI: 10.1007/s11552-014-9717-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study is to compare the outcomes of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections to surgical release and decortication for lateral elbow tendinosis within a similar patient population. METHODS A retrospective chart review was performed on two groups of patients, receiving either PRP injections (n = 28) or surgery (n = 50). Patient demographics, clinical presentation, pain score, worker's compensation status, and previous steroid injections were recorded. Primary outcomes included pain and symptom improvement, range of motion, return to work, and postoperative complications. RESULTS Demographics, duration of symptoms, and exam findings were similar between the PRP and surgical patients. There was no significant difference in pain and symptom improvement. Pain improvement was reported in 89.3 % of PRP patients and 84 % of surgical patients, with a reported percent reduction in pain of 61.1 and 55 %, respectively. Symptoms other than pain improved in 85.7 and 88 % of the PRP and surgical patients, respectively. Tenderness to palpation at the lateral epicondyle (64.3 % PRP, 44 % surgical), pain with resisted wrist extension (35.7 % PRP, 30 % surgical), or residual symptoms other than pain (14.3 % PRP, 10 % surgical) were not significantly different between groups at last follow-up. Eighty-two percent of patients in both the PRP and surgical groups returned to work. No complications were reported. Mean follow-up was 315 vs. 352 days for the PRP and surgical groups, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Similar outcomes in pain improvement and return to work may be achievable with either PRP injections or surgery in recalcitrant lateral elbow tendinosis. PRP injections may be a reasonable alternative for patients apprehensive to proceed with surgery or poor surgical candidates.
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- Ronald D. Ford
- />Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners, Michigan State University, 221 Michigan St. NE, Suite 200-A, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 USA
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- />Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners, Michigan State University, 221 Michigan St. NE, Suite 200-A, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 USA
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- />Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Case Western Reserve University, 2000 East 4th St, Cleveland, OH 44115 USA
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- />Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Grand Rapids Medical Education Partners, Michigan State University, 221 Michigan St. NE, Suite 200-A, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 USA
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Graham DJ, Smith GCS. Persistent pain after surgery for enthesopathy of the extensor carpi radialis brevis origin. J Hand Surg Am 2015; 40:1012-5. [PMID: 25796379 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2015.01.031] [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: 01/24/2015] [Accepted: 01/30/2015] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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- David J Graham
- Department of Hand and Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Royal North Shore Hospital, St Leonards, Australia; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. George Hospital, Kogarah, Australia.
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- Department of Hand and Peripheral Nerve Surgery, Royal North Shore Hospital, St Leonards, Australia; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. George Hospital, Kogarah, Australia
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Sanders TL, Kremers HM, Bryan AJ, Ransom JE, Smith J, Morrey BF. The epidemiology and health care burden of tennis elbow: a population-based study. Am J Sports Med 2015; 43:1066-71. [PMID: 25656546 PMCID: PMC4517446 DOI: 10.1177/0363546514568087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 141] [Impact Index Per Article: 15.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Lateral elbow tendinosis (epicondylitis) is a common condition both in primary care and specialty clinics. PURPOSE To evaluate the natural history (ie, incidence, recurrence, and progression to surgery) of lateral elbow tendinosis in a large population. STUDY DESIGN Descriptive epidemiology study. METHODS The study population comprised a population-based incidence cohort of patients with new-onset lateral elbow tendinosis between January 1, 2000, and December 31, 2012. The medical records of a 10% random sample (n=576) were reviewed to ascertain information on patient and disease characteristics, treatment modalities, recurrence, and progression to surgery. Age- and sex-specific incidence rates were calculated and adjusted to the 2010 US population. RESULTS The age- and sex-adjusted annual incidence of lateral elbow tendinosis decreased significantly over time from 4.5 per 1000 people in 2000 to 2.4 per 1000 in 2012 (P<.001). The recurrence rate within 2 years was 8.5% and remained constant over time. The proportion of surgically treated cases within 2 years of diagnosis tripled over time, from 1.1% during the 2000-2002 time period to 3.2% after 2009 (P<.00001). About 1 in 10 patients with persistent symptoms at 6 months required surgery. CONCLUSION The decrease in incidence of lateral elbow tendinosis may represent changes in diagnosis patterns or a true decrease in disease incidence. Natural history data can be used to help guide patients and providers in determining the most appropriate course at a given time in the disease process. The study data suggest that patients without resolution after 6 months of onset may have a prolonged disease course and may need surgical intervention.
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- Thomas L. Sanders
- Address correspondence to Thomas L. Sanders Jr, MD, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905, USA ()
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Evidence-based treatment of common extensor tendinopathy. CURRENT PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION REPORTS 2014. [DOI: 10.1007/s40141-014-0070-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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Tennis Elbow Repair With or Without Suture Anchors. TECHNIQUES IN SHOULDER & ELBOW SURGERY 2014. [DOI: 10.1097/bte.0000000000000027] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Context: Elbow tendinopathy is a common cause of pain and disability among patients presenting to orthopaedic surgeons, primary care physicians, physical therapists, and athletic trainers. Prompt and accurate diagnosis of these conditions facilitates a directed treatment regimen. A thorough understanding of the natural history of these injuries and treatment outcomes will enable the appropriate management of patients and their expectations. Evidence Acquisitions: The PubMed database was searched in December 2011 for English-language articles pertaining to elbow tendinopathy. Results: Epidemiologic data as well as multiple subjective and objective outcome measures were investigated to elucidate the incidence of medial epicondylitis, lateral epicondylitis, distal biceps and triceps ruptures, and the efficacy of various treatments. Conclusions: Medial and lateral epicondylitis are overuse injuries that respond well to nonoperative management. Their etiology is degenerative and related to repetitive overuse and underlying tendinopathy. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and localized corticosteroid injections yield moderate symptomatic relief in short term but do not demonstrate benefit on long-term follow-up. Platelet-rich plasma injections may be advantageous in cases of chronic lateral epicondylitis. If 6 to 12 months of nonoperative treatment fails, then surgical intervention can be undertaken. Distal biceps and triceps tendon ruptures, in contrast, have an acute traumatic etiology that may be superimposed on underlying tendinopathy. Prompt diagnosis and treatment improve outcomes. While partial ruptures confirmed with magnetic resonance imaging can be treated nonoperatively with immobilization, complete ruptures should be addressed with primary repair within 3 to 4 weeks of injury.
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