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D'Errico M, Morelli I, Castellini G, Gianola S, Logoluso N, Romanò D, Scarponi S, Pellegrini A. Is debridement really the best we can do for periprosthetic joint infections following total ankle replacements? A systematic review and meta-analysis. Foot Ankle Surg 2022; 28:697-708. [PMID: 34688527 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2021.10.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2021] [Revised: 08/22/2021] [Accepted: 10/06/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Ankle periprosthetic joint infections are rising in number, but an evidence-based gold standard treatment has not been defined yet. METHODS We made a systematic review about the operative treatment of infections following total ankle arthroplasty. Proportional meta-analysis was used to summarize effects of the surgical techniques included. Primary outcome of this study was infection eradication, followed by complications, re-interventions, amputation rates and functions. RESULTS We included six studies(113 patients) reporting 6 types of surgical interventions, mostly irrigation and debridement (35.4%) and two-stage revisions (24.8%). No differences among all analyzed techniques were found in the infection eradication outcome as well as in the secondary outcomes. Patients receiving a permanent spacer are most likely to end up with amputation. CONCLUSIONS Literature dealing with infections after total ankle replacement is currently composed by few low-quality articles. The overlapping of confidence intervals related to all analyzed interventions showed no superiority of either technique. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE III.
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- Mario D'Errico
- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi (Ortopedia Ricostruttiva Articolare della Clinica Ortopedica - ORACO Unit), via Riccardo Galeazzi 4, 20161 Milano, Italy.
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- ASST Ovest Milanese, Ospedale di Legnano, UOC Ortopedia e Traumatologia, via Papa Giovanni Paolo II, 20025 Legnano, MI, Italy.
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi (Unit of Clinical Epidemiology), via Riccardo Galeazzi 4, 20161 Milano, Italy.
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi (Unit of Clinical Epidemiology), via Riccardo Galeazzi 4, 20161 Milano, Italy.
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi (Centro di Chirurgia Ricostruttiva e delle Infezioni Osteoarticolari - CRIO Unit), via Riccardo Galeazzi 4, 20161 Milano, Italy.
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi (Centro di Chirurgia Ricostruttiva e delle Infezioni Osteoarticolari - CRIO Unit), via Riccardo Galeazzi 4, 20161 Milano, Italy.
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi (Centro di Chirurgia Ricostruttiva e delle Infezioni Osteoarticolari - CRIO Unit), via Riccardo Galeazzi 4, 20161 Milano, Italy.
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi (Centro di Chirurgia Ricostruttiva e delle Infezioni Osteoarticolari - CRIO Unit), via Riccardo Galeazzi 4, 20161 Milano, Italy.
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Chen J, Wu S, Li Y, Chen Y, Liu X, Qin B, Zhang H. Simultaneous Total Ankle Replacement and Contralateral Ankle Arthrodesis for Bilateral Ankle Osteoarthritis: A Retrospective Study Focused on Clinical Outcomes and Cost-effectiveness. Orthop Surg 2022; 14:1808-1816. [PMID: 35822619 PMCID: PMC9363735 DOI: 10.1111/os.13390] [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: 04/11/2021] [Revised: 06/05/2022] [Accepted: 06/13/2022] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Objective Total ankle replacement (TAR) and ankle arthrodesis (AA) are two common surgical treatment options for end‐stage ankle osteoarthritis. However, few reports compare the outcomes of simultaneous TAR and contralateral AA for bilateral ankle osteoarthritis. The aim of this study was to assess changes in pain, joint range of movement (ROM), functional outcomes, patient satisfaction, and cost‐effectiveness following simultaneous TAR and contralateral AA. Methods A retrospective study was conducted on 12 patients with bilateral end‐stage ankle osteoarthritis who underwent simultaneous TAR and contralateral AA in our institution between May 2016 and August 2018, and who had a minimum of two‐year follow‐up data. Clinical and radiological follow‐up data for all patients were collected after 4 months, 1 year and 2 years. The results were assessed clinically on a visual analogue scale (VAS) and included ROM, American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle hindfoot score, and satisfaction questionnaire. The total hospital costs of patients were also recorded. Independent sample t tests were conducted to compare continuous variables between groups. Paired sample t‐tests were conducted to compare changes from the preoperative to postoperative evaluations within each group. Results Both surgical groups presented with pain reduction (P < 0.001) at the one‐year postoperative session, which was generally consistent until the two‐year follow‐up. There was a significant increase (P < 0.001) in the mean AOFAS score postoperatively in both ankles. The functional outcomes at the one‐ and two‐year follow‐up were significantly better in patients in the TAR group than in those in the AA group (P < 0.001). Joint ROM differences were observed between the two groups after surgery (decreased ankle ROM in arthrodesis, P < 0.001; increased ankle ROM in arthroplasty, P < 0.001). The mean satisfaction score was 2 (range, 1–4) for the TAR group and 3 (range, 1–5) for the AA group. A significant difference in the satisfaction score was observed between the two groups (P = 0.036). Simultaneous TAR and contralateral AA was 34.1% less expensive than simultaneous bilateral TAR. No intraoperative complications were noted in either group. Wound healing occurred without problems within 2 weeks after surgery. No symptomatic deep venous thrombosis was found during follow‐up. Conclusion TAR had better patient‐perceived post‐operative function and preserves more anatomic sagittal plane motion compared to ankles undergoing AA. In addition, simultaneous TAR and contralateral AA are more cost‐effective than simultaneous bilateral TAR, with lower costs for the average patient.
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- Jun Chen
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, People's Republic of China
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Comparison of EQ-5D-3L and 5L versions following operative fixation of closed ankle fractures. Qual Life Res 2022; 31:2071-2082. [PMID: 35182304 PMCID: PMC9188494 DOI: 10.1007/s11136-022-03105-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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Purpose To undertake the first testing and comparison of measurement properties for the EuroQol EQ-5D-3L and 5L in patients with ankle problems. Methods The cross-sectional postal survey of 959 patients aged ≥ 18 years, who underwent surgical treatment (ORIF) for unstable and closed ankle fractures in Eastern Norway. Both the EQ-5D-3L and 5L were included in a postal questionnaire in 2015, 3–6 years post surgery. Missing data, floor and ceiling effects, and response consistency were assessed. Tests of validity included comparisons with scores for the SF-36 and widely used ankle-specific instruments. The 5L version was assessed for test–retest reliability. Results There were 567 (59%) respondents; 501 completed both versions and 182 (61%) the 5L retest questionnaire. The 5L outperformed the 3L in tests of data quality and classification efficiency. Correlations with scores for other instruments largely met expectations, those for the 5L being slightly higher. All 5L scores had acceptable levels of reliability. For the 5L index, the smallest detectable differences for group and individual comparisons were 0.02 and 0.20, respectively. Conclusion The 5L outperformed the 3L in terms of data quality, number of health states assessed and tests of validity. The 5L is recommended in research and other applications following surgery for ankle fracture but further testing including responsiveness to change is recommended at clinically relevant follow-up periods.
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Mehta MP, Mehta MP, Sherman AE, Mutawakkil MY, Bell R, Patel MS, Kadakia AR. Evaluating Prospective Patient-Reported Pain and Function Outcomes After Ankle and Hindfoot Arthrodesis. FOOT & ANKLE ORTHOPAEDICS 2021; 6:24730114211040740. [PMID: 35097472 PMCID: PMC8559232 DOI: 10.1177/24730114211040740] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Background: Hindfoot and ankle fusions are mechanically limiting procedures for patients. However, patient-reported outcomes of these procedures have not been well studied. This study assessed outcomes of hindfoot and ankle fusions by using Patient-Reported Outcome Measurement Information System (PROMIS) Physical Function (PF) and Pain Interference (PI) Computer Adaptive Tests (CATs). Methods: Between 2014 and 2018, 102 patients were prospectively enrolled after presenting to a tertiary care facility for ankle and hindfoot fusions, including tibiotalar, tibiotalocalcaneal, subtalar, and triple arthrodeses. Study participants completed preoperative and 12-month postoperative PF and PI CATs. The differences between mean 12-month postoperative and preoperative PROMIS PF and PI T scores were analyzed with paired t tests. The relationship between the 12-month PF and PI differences for the overall sample and patient factors was examined using multiple regression modeling. Results: The sample had mean age of 57.69 years; 48% were male, and 55% were obese. Patients who underwent ankle and hindfoot arthrodesis had statistically significant improvements from preoperative to 12 months postoperative in mean PF (36.26±7.85 vs 39.38±6.46, P = .03) and PI (61.07±7.75 vs 56.62±9.81, P = .02). Triple arthrodesis saw the greatest increases in physical function (▵PF = 7.22±7.31, P = .01) and reductions in pain (▵PI = –9.17±8.31, P = .01), achieving minimal clinically important difference (MCID). Patients who underwent tibiotalar fusion had significant improvement in physical function (▵PF = 4.18±5.68, P = .04) and pain reduction that approached statistical significance (▵PI = –6.24±8.50, P = .09), achieving MCID. Older age (≥60 years ) was associated with greater improvements in PF (β = 0.20, P = .07) and PI (β = –0.29, P = .04). Preoperative PF and PI T scores were significantly associated with the 12-month change in PF and PI T scores, respectively (β = –0.74, P < .01; β = –0.61, P < .01). Conclusion: Hindfoot and ankle fusions are procedures with favorable patient outcomes leading to increased physical function and decreased pain at 12 months postoperation relative to preoperation. Level of Evidence: Level II, prospective comparative study.
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- Manish P. Mehta
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Feinberg School of Medicine, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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Suo H, Fu L, Liang H, Wang Z, Men J, Feng W. End-stage Ankle Arthritis Treated by Ankle Arthrodesis with Screw Fixation Through the Transfibular Approach: A Retrospective Analysis. Orthop Surg 2020; 12:1108-1119. [PMID: 32558333 PMCID: PMC7454153 DOI: 10.1111/os.12707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [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: 01/22/2020] [Revised: 04/24/2020] [Accepted: 04/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the clinical outcome of ankle arthrodesis with screw fixation through the transfibular approach for end-stage ankle arthritis. METHODS Data of 22 patients (28 ankles) with end-stage ankle arthritis admitted to the Department of Orthopedics and Surgery of the First Hospital of Jilin University from May 2015 to December 2018 were analyzed retrospectively. The study included 9 men and 13 women, with a mean age of 56.86 ± 11.27 years (range, 37-75 years). The mean duration of the disease was 11.36 ± 12.80 years (range, 3 months-50 years). A total of 16 patients had posttraumatic arthritis, 5 patients had osteoarthritis, and 1 patient had rheumatoid arthritis. There were 12 cases of the left ankle and 16 cases of the right ankle; 16 cases were unilateral and 6 were bilateral. The same surgical procedure was applied to all patients. Collected data included the operation time, intraoperative and postoperative blood loss, hospitalization time, bone union rate, time to bone union, and complications. The American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle hindfoot score and the visual analogue scale (VAS) were used to evaluate the preoperative status and the postoperative outcome at the last follow up. RESULTS The mean follow-up period was 26.14 ± 10.99 months. The mean operation time was 101.82 ± 33.33 min. The mean blood loss was 116.78 ± 68.86 mL during the procedure and 111.07 ± 52.18 mL after the procedure. The mean hospitalization time was 14.22 ± 5.42 days. Bone union of the ankle joint was achieved in all patients. The mean time to bone union was 14.83 ± 2.14 weeks. There was significant difference in the operation time between the patients undergoing unilateral and bilateral ankle arthrodesis. The AOFAS ankle hindfoot score increased from the preoperative value of 43.46 ± 4.39 points to 80.39 ± 5.37 points at the last follow up. During the same interval, the VAS score improved from 6.14 ± 0.80 points to 1.64 ± 0.73 points. The AOFAS ankle hindfoot score of patients who underwent unilateral ankle arthrodesis improved from the preoperative 43.19 ± 3.95 points to 81.75 ± 5.23 points at the last follow up, and the VAS score improved from 6.19 ± 0.83 points to 1.69 ± 0.70 points. The AOFAS ankle hindfoot score of patients undergoing bilateral ankle arthrodesis improved from the preoperative value of 43.83 ± 5.08 points to 78.67 ± 5.05 points at the last follow up, while the VAS score improved from 6.08 ± 0.82 points to 1.58 ± 0.79 points. There was significant difference in the maximum walking distance and walking on any surface between the patients undergoing unilateral and bilateral ankle arthrodesis. One patient developed superficial peroneal nerve palsy, which resolved within 1 year after the operation. In another patient, healing of the incision skin was delayed. During the follow-up period, none of the patients developed an infection of the incision or local skin necrosis; screw loosening, withdrawal, or breakage did not occur in any patient. CONCLUSION The ankle arthrodesis with screw fixation through the transfibular approach provides satisfactory clinical outcomes for end-stage ankle arthritis.
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- Haiqiang Suo
- Department of Bone and Joint, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, The Second Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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- Department of Bone and Joint, The First Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun, China
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Do preoperative patient-reported outcomes predict hospital length of stay for surgically-treated end-stage ankle osteoarthritis patients? Foot Ankle Surg 2020; 26:175-180. [PMID: 30773458 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2019.01.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2018] [Revised: 12/07/2018] [Accepted: 01/21/2019] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND End-stage ankle arthritis is often debilitating, associated with diminished mobility, pain, and reduced health related quality of life. Direct hospital costs of AA and TAA differ, with hospital length of stay being a major contributor. The objective of this study is to test the association between four patient-reported outcome measures with hospital length of stay, potentially important for preoperative planning and care. METHODS This study is based on a prospective cohort of patients scheduled for AA or TAA for end-stage ankle arthritis in the Vancouver Coastal Health authority, Canada. Participants completed a condition-specific instrument, the AOS, and three generic instruments, the PHQ-9, PEG and EQ-5D(3L) shortly after being scheduled for surgery. Multivariate mixed-effects Poisson regression models were used to measure the association between preoperative patient-reported outcome measures and length of stay. RESULTS Among the 183 patients eligible to participate, the participation rate was 48.5%. There were 89 participants. Participants reported a high level of preoperative ankle impairment and pain. The adjusted results found no relationship between the AOS, EQ-5D(3L) VAS or PHQ-9 values and participants' LOS. Participants with at least one chronic health condition and lowest SES category had longer LOS. CONCLUSIONS This study found no evidence of an association between four PROs collected prior to AA or TAA with hospital LOS. This finding suggests collecting these PROs preoperatively may not help with discharge planning.
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Rajapakshe S, Sutherland JM, Wing K, Crump T, Liu G, Penner M, Younger A, Veljkovic A, Redfern K. Health and Quality of Life Outcomes Among Patients Undergoing Surgery for End-Stage Ankle Arthritis. Foot Ankle Int 2019; 40:1129-1139. [PMID: 31215232 DOI: 10.1177/1071100719856888] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND There is little research investigating which aspects of health-related quality of life change following ankle arthrodesis and total ankle replacement surgery. The objective of this study was to report on statistically and clinically relevant changes in multiple dimensions of health-related quality of life among patients undergoing ankle replacement or fusion surgery. METHODS This study was based on a prospective sample of ankle arthrodesis and total ankle replacement patients. Participants complete the Ankle Osteoarthritis Scale, EuroQoL's EQ-5D-3L, the Patient Health Questionnaire-9, and the pain intensity, interference with enjoyment of life, and general activity pain instrument. Instruments were completed preoperatively and postoperatively. Multivariate regression models were used to measure the change in health-related quality of life outcomes, adjusting for demographic, clinical, and health service utilization. RESULTS Participants achieved statistically significant improvements in health-related quality of life in each domain of measurement. The majority of participants reported clinically significant improvement in pain. Mild depressive symptoms were common, and clinically significant improvement in depression symptoms occurred in 22% of patients. Gains in health were more pronounced among participants reporting the worst preoperative health in all domains quality of life measured. CONCLUSIONS Pain showed a clinically important improvement among 64% of participants whereas 22% reported a clinically meaningful improvement in their depression symptoms postoperatively. Clinically significant gains in health-related quality of life were not experienced by all participants in all dimensions. Further research is warranted to better understand the failure of some patients to improve in dimensions of health studied. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, comparative study.
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- Shanika Rajapakshe
- Centre for Health Services and Policy Research, School of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Centre for Health Services and Policy Research, School of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, University of Calgary, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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- Centre for Health Services and Policy Research, School of Population and Public Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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- Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Cöster MC, Rosengren BE, Karlsson MK, Carlsson Å. Age- and Gender-Specific Normative Values for the Self-Reported Foot and Ankle Score (SEFAS). Foot Ankle Int 2018; 39:1328-1334. [PMID: 30035614 DOI: 10.1177/1071100718788499] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The Self-Reported Foot and Ankle Score (SEFAS) is a foot- and ankle-specific patient-reported outcome measurement (PROM) score that has been validated with good results for a variety of foot and ankle disorders. SEFAS is sensitive detecting improvement or deterioration after surgery. However, normative values, required to put a specific patient's summary score into perspective, are lacking. METHODS In this report, we included 396 population-based men and 383 women (43% of the invited individuals), age 20-89 years, who had completed the SEFAS questionnaire and questions regarding anthropometrics and health. We used Mann-Whitney U test to test gender differences and Spearman correlation coefficients to determine any association between SEFAS score and age. We present gender-specific median SEFAS scores with range and 5th to 95th percentiles and mean with standard deviation. RESULTS The SEFAS normative values were median 48 in men (range 11-48), 5th to 95th percentiles 31 to 48 and mean 45 ± 6, and in women, median 47 (range 6-48), 5th to 95th percentiles 23 to 48 and mean 43 ± 8 (gender comparison P < .001). SEFAS normative values correlated inversely with age (r = -0.12, P < .001). CONCLUSION In the general population, older age was associated with lower SEFAS value, and men had higher values than women. The population-based normative SEFAS values provided in this study can facilitate quantification of disability related to foot and ankle with and without surgery in the foot and ankle. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level II, prospective comparative study.
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- Maria C Cöster
- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Clinical Sciences, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital in Malmö, Sweden
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Clinical Sciences, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital in Malmö, Sweden
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Clinical Sciences, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital in Malmö, Sweden
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedics and Clinical Sciences, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital in Malmö, Sweden
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Sobral L, Ângelo AC, Caetano A, Rodeia J, Rosa I. Bilateral Ankle Fusion in Leak Syndrome Induced Deformity: A Case Report. J Orthop Case Rep 2017; 7:52-56. [PMID: 28819603 PMCID: PMC5553837 DOI: 10.13107/jocr.2250-0685.748] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Introduction: Systemic capillary leak syndrome (SCLS) is a rare condition of unknown etiology defined by sudden episode of hypotension, high hematocrit, and low serum protein concentration due to capillary hyperpermeability. Several treatments have been published for this pathology and eventual compartment syndrome but not for the disabling consequences. This clinical case highlights the negative orthopedic consequences of a severe systemic attack and reports a subsequent deformity treatment option that resulted in the patient quality of life improvement. To our knowledge, orthopedic surgery for SCLS induced foot and ankle deformity is presented for the first time. Case Report: A 40-year-old Caucasian female patient was referred to our institution for bilateral foot and ankle deformity after compartment syndrome during SCLS attack. She presented a bilateral rigid equino-cavo-varus-adductus deformity causing walk impairment. Bilateral ankle fusion by retrograde nailing was performed in a two-staged procedure. Rigid claw toes were also surgically addressed in an additional procedure. Radiologically, apparent ankle fusion occurred at 3 months post-operative in both sides. Deformity correction allowed the patient to regain walking capacity. A right ankle tibiotalar failed arthrodesis was noticed at 24 months post-operative. Prophylactic human immunoglobulin therapy was initiated after the last surgery with no recurrent attack registered during the 38 months follow-up period. Conclusion: Bilateral ankle fusion improved this patient quality of life by restituting walking capacity and lowering the probability of lower limb deformity related ulcers and infections. Major and minor complications are also discussed. This report contributes to the global knowledge about this syndrome and elicits the importance of the induced deformities surgical correction.
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- Luis Sobral
- Department of Traumatology and Orthopaedics, São Francisco Xavier Hospital, Estrada do Forte do Alto do Duque 1449-005, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopaedics, São Francisco Xavier Hospital, Estrada do Forte do Alto do Duque 1449-005, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopaedics, São Francisco Xavier Hospital, Estrada do Forte do Alto do Duque 1449-005, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopaedics, São Francisco Xavier Hospital, Estrada do Forte do Alto do Duque 1449-005, Lisboa, Portugal
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- Department of Traumatology and Orthopaedics, São Francisco Xavier Hospital, Estrada do Forte do Alto do Duque 1449-005, Lisboa, Portugal
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Total ankle arthroplasty is a treatment option for end-stage osteoarthritis of the ankle, as is ankle arthrodesis. Many variables, including patient characteristics, are thought to influence clinical outcome and survival. As with any surgery, but especially with total ankle replacement (TAR), patient selection is considered critical for good (long-term) outcome. In this review, we summarize the available scientific evidence regarding patient characteristics and its influence on the results of TAR.
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- Slotervaart Center of Research and Education (SCORE), MC Slotervaart Hospital, Amsterdam, the Netherlands,
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