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Barylak M, Arena SL, Carpentier SH, Queen RM. Gait stability improves following unilateral total ankle arthroplasty. J Orthop Res 2024. [PMID: 39390826 DOI: 10.1002/jor.25992] [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: 05/20/2024] [Revised: 08/08/2024] [Accepted: 09/23/2024] [Indexed: 10/12/2024]
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End-stage ankle arthritis is often treated surgically by total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) due to its potential to improve gait through increased joint range of motion and reduce pain. However, TAA's effect on gait stability is not well understood. This study explores the impact of TAA on gait stability, measured by Margin of Stability (MoS), in 148 patients with end-stage ankle arthritis. Kinematic data were collected pre-operatively, at 1-year post-op, and at 2-years post-op and the MoS was determined at heel strike and midstance for the anteroposterior (MoSAP) and mediolateral (MoSML) directions. A linear mixed effects model including gait speed as a factor was used to assess the effects of limb, session, and their interaction on outcome measures. A significant interaction (p < 0.002) between limb (surgical, nonsurgical) and session (pre-op, 1-year post-op, 2-years post-op) was identified for each MoS variable of interest. Cumulatively, our results suggest that the nonsurgical limb, MoSAP at heel strike and MoSML at midstance improved (increased) as time from surgery increased. These results suggest patients developed a compensatory movement pattern to navigate surgical limb single support. TAA reduces this compensation improving side-to-side symmetry, while not fully restoring symmetry by 2-years post-op. These results indicate that TAA could improve gait stability in patients with end-stage ankle arthritis, but further work is needed to understand the impact of TAA on altering fall risk.
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- Martin Barylak
- Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Roanoke, Virginia, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, Virginia, USA
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Roanoke, Virginia, USA
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Gao Y, Liu Y, Zhao Y, Shan L, Wang H, Xu X, Zhao B, Zhou J. Comparison between anterior-to-posterior screw fixation versus posterolateral approach plate fixation for posterior malleous fracture: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Foot Ankle Surg 2024; 30:594-602. [PMID: 38824055 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2024.05.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2024] [Revised: 05/06/2024] [Accepted: 05/07/2024] [Indexed: 06/03/2024]
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PURPOSE There are two main surgical fixation methods for the posterior malleolar fractures (PMFs), the anterior-to-posterior (AP) screws or via the posterolateral (PL) approach utilizing a buttress plate. This review aims to compare the clinical outcome between the AP screw fixation and the PL plate fixation for treating PMFs. METHODS We searched all relevant publications about PMFs treated with AP screws or PL plates through electronic databases including the PubMed, the Cochrane Library, the Embase, the Wiley online library and the Web of Science. The meta-analysis was conducted to evaluated clinical outcomes including reduction quality, post-operative function and complications. RESULTS Six studies (one single randomized controlled trial and five retrospective cohort studies) were enrolled. 172 patients underwent AP screw fixation and 214 patients underwent PL plate fixation with a total of 386 patients (169 males and 217 females). The PL plating group yielded better AOFAS scores(MD = 6.97, 95 % CI=[4.68, 9.27], P<0.00001, I2 =0 %) and was more likely to achieve excellent anatomical reduction(OR=5.49, 95 % CI=[1.06, 28.42], P = 0.04, I2 =80 %). No differences were found in the bad reduction quality, incidences of complications (arthritis, neuralgia, superficial wound healing problems and implant failure), the walking VAS scores and the dorsiflexion restriction degrees. CONCLUSION We suggest that the PL plate fixation method has the clinical benefit of achieving anatomical reduction and better AOFAS scores over the AP screw fixation for treating PMFs. No differences were found in the incidences of complications ( arthritis, neuralgia, superficial wound healing problems and implant failure), the walking VAS scores and the dorsiflexion restriction degrees. The posterior approach and the direct reduction are recommended for the treatment of the PMFs. LEVEL OF CONFIDENCE Ⅱb.
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- Yuling Gao
- Affiliated Beijing Chaoyang Hospital of Capital Medical University,Bejing, China; Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Gongtinan Road 8#, Beijing 100020, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Chaoyang Hospital of Capital Medical University,Bejing, China; Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Gongtinan Road 8#, Beijing 100020, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Chaoyang Hospital of Capital Medical University,Bejing, China; Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Gongtinan Road 8#, Beijing 100020, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Chaoyang Hospital of Capital Medical University,Bejing, China; Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Gongtinan Road 8#, Beijing 100020, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Chaoyang Hospital of Capital Medical University,Bejing, China; Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Gongtinan Road 8#, Beijing 100020, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Chaoyang Hospital of Capital Medical University,Bejing, China; Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Gongtinan Road 8#, Beijing 100020, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Chaoyang Hospital of Capital Medical University,Bejing, China; Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Gongtinan Road 8#, Beijing 100020, China
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- Affiliated Beijing Chaoyang Hospital of Capital Medical University,Bejing, China; Beijing Chaoyang Hospital, Capital Medical University, Gongtinan Road 8#, Beijing 100020, China.
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Marchand LS, Haller JM. Post-Traumatic Arthritis of the Knee and Ankle. Orthop Clin North Am 2024; 55:461-469. [PMID: 39216951 DOI: 10.1016/j.ocl.2024.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/04/2024]
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Post-traumatic osteoarthritis (PTOA) occurs following injury to joints. It accounts for approximately 12% of osteoarthritis and has far-reaching effects on individual patients and social/health care systems. Present work focuses on evaluating the role of the post-traumatic inflammatory response in the development and progression of the disease. As there is minimal evidence to suggest the capacity of cartilage to undergo self-healing, most of this work focuses strictly on the avoidance or prevention of PTOA as opposed to treatment solutions following its onset. Ongoing and future investigations may reveal therapeutic targets for possible intervention and ultimately the prophylaxis of PTOA development.
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- Lucas S Marchand
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Utah, 590 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108, USA.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Utah, 590 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT 84108, USA
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Lorkowski J, Mrzyglod MW, Pokorski M. In Silico Modeling of Stress Distribution in the Diseased Ankle Joint. J Clin Med 2024; 13:5453. [PMID: 39336940 PMCID: PMC11432182 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13185453] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2024] [Revised: 09/02/2024] [Accepted: 09/10/2024] [Indexed: 09/30/2024] Open
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Background/Objectives: Osteoarthritis is a feature of the aging process. Here, we adopted in silico 2D finite element modeling (FEM) for the simulation of diseased ankle joints. We delved into the influence of body weight intensity on the stress distribution caused by subchondral cysts imitating degenerative age-related arthritic changes. Methods: FEM was performed using virtually generated pictorial schemes of the ankle joint skeletal contour. It included a constellation of scenarios with solitary or multiple cysts, or the lack thereof, located centrally, peripherally, or both in the talus and tibia at increased fixed levels of body weight. Results: The modeling showed that the highest stress was in the presence of a solitary central cyst in the talus and two centrally located cysts in the talus and the tibia, with the averaged values of 1.81 ± 0.52 MPa and 1.92 ± 0.55 MPa, respectively; there was a significant increase compared with the 1.24 ± 0.35 MPa in the control condition without cysts. An increase in body weight consistently increased the strain on the ankle joint. In contrast, peripherally located cysts failed to affect the stress distribution significantly. Conclusions: We conclude that subchondral central cysts substantially enhance the stress exerted on the ankle joint and its vicinity with body weight dependence. FEM's ability to predict the location and magnitude of subchondral stress changes when confirmed in clinical trials might help to optimize the management of age-related degenerative joint changes.
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- Jacek Lorkowski
- Faculty of Physics and Engineering Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford GU2 7XH, UK
- Department of Management and Accounting, SGH Warsaw School of Economics, 02-554 Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Mechanical and Automobile Engineering, Technological University of the Shannon, Moylish Campus, Moylish Park, V94 EC5T Limerick, Ireland
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Barylak M, Arena S, Hamlin S, Queen R. End-stage ankle arthritis alters dynamic stability during gait as measured by margin of stability between limbs and compared to healthy controls. Gait Posture 2024; 113:13-17. [PMID: 38820764 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2024.05.021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2023] [Revised: 02/20/2024] [Accepted: 05/18/2024] [Indexed: 06/02/2024]
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OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess dynamic stability in individuals with end-stage ankle arthritis compared to healthy controls by evaluating the margin of stability (MoS) during gait. DESIGN A cohort of 50 participants with end-stage ankle arthritis (AA) and 50 matched healthy controls (HC) were analyzed from an IRB approved database. Kinematic data were collected using an eight-camera motion analysis system, and MoS was calculated based on the extrapolated center of mass (XCoM) and the base of support (BoS). Statistical analysis was performed using a linear mixed effects model with gait speed as a covariate. RESULTS The analysis revealed a significant interaction between the group (AA vs. HC) and limb (arthritic vs. non-arthritic) at heel-strike and midstance. The non-arthritic limb demonstrated a significantly smaller AP MoS during heel-strike compared to the arthritic limb and either of the limbs of the HC group (p < 0.001). The arthritic limb demonstrated a significantly greater ML MoS during midstance compared to the non-arthritic limb and either of the limbs of the HC group (p < 0.001). AA group had significant slower gait speed (p < 0.001), smaller step length (p = 0.015) and smaller locomotor rehabilitation index (p < 0.001) than HC. CONCLUSION Individuals with end-stage ankle arthritis exhibit altered dynamic stability during gait, with a significantly smaller AP MoS on the non-arthritic limb at heel-strike and greater ML MoS on the arthritic limb at midstance compared to healthy controls. Our results suggest that individuals with ankle arthritis are less stable when navigating single limb support of the arthritic limb. Further research should further examine the associations with fall risk in patients with ankle arthritis and evaluate the effectiveness of therapeutic interventions targeting these factors.
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- Martin Barylak
- Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Roanoke, VA, United States
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA, United States
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- Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Roanoke, VA, United States
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg, VA, United States; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine, Roanoke, VA, United States.
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Caruso G, Gambuti E, Saracco A, Biagi N, Spadoni E, Vigliaroli L, Massari L. Incidence of post-traumatic osteoarthritis in 44B ankle fractures: Analysis of risk factors. OSTEOARTHRITIS AND CARTILAGE OPEN 2024; 6:100507. [PMID: 39220551 PMCID: PMC11363831 DOI: 10.1016/j.ocarto.2024.100507] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 07/24/2024] [Indexed: 09/04/2024] Open
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Objective The purpose of this study was to analyse the clinical and radiographic data of a consecutive series of patients treated surgically for AO/OTA 44B ankle fracture at Ferrara University Hospital, Italy, with a view to identifying risk factors contributing to worse clinical and radiographic outcomes with a minium follow up of 6 years. Materials and methods For each patient the following data were recorded: gender, age, Body Mass Index (BMI), follow up (months), previous ankle sprains, type of work, Kellgren-Lawrence (K&L) score, AO/OTA classification for ankle fracture, Foot and Ankle Disability Index (FADI score), ankle dislocation, syndesmotic transfixation, quality of reduction. Results FADI score in patients with AO/OTA 44B1 fracture was 95.5±7.5, in 44B2 it was 90.0±8.4 and in 44B3 it was 84.0±13.0 (p25 it was 88.6±11.4 (p=0.047 95%I.C. 0.01-8.10). In case of fracture-dislocation there was a statistically significant difference in the FADI (94.4±6.0 vs 85.8±11.98)(P=0.002 95% I.C. 0.01-8.9). In the former group, there was a statistically significant difference in the the K&L (1.97±0.65 vs 2.63±0.85) (P=0.006 95% I.C 0.01-1.00).Finally, the quality of the reduction was a statistically significant parameter in both the FADI and K&L (P=0.012 95% I.C. 0.90-10.60 and P=0.012 95%I.C. 0.01-1.00 respectively). Conclusion The most influential risk factors for worse outcome in AO/OTA 44B ankle fractures were found to be BMI, injury severity, fracture-dislocation and reduction quality.
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- G. Caruso
- Department of Neurosciences and Rehabilitation, University of Ferrara, Via Aldo Moro 8, 44124, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences and Rehabilitation, University of Ferrara, Via Aldo Moro 8, 44124, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences and Rehabilitation, University of Ferrara, Via Aldo Moro 8, 44124, Ferrara, Italy
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- Henley Business School, Business Informatics System and Accounting, Informatics Research Centre, University of Reading, UK
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- Department of Neurosciences and Rehabilitation, University of Ferrara, Via Aldo Moro 8, 44124, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences and Rehabilitation, University of Ferrara, Via Aldo Moro 8, 44124, Ferrara, Italy
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- Department of Neurosciences and Rehabilitation, University of Ferrara, Via Aldo Moro 8, 44124, Ferrara, Italy
- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, S. Anna University Hospital of Ferrara, Ferrara, Italy
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Puri A. Current concepts in ankle arthrodesis. J Clin Orthop Trauma 2024; 56:102537. [PMID: 39328297 PMCID: PMC11422152 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcot.2024.102537] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2024] [Revised: 08/15/2024] [Accepted: 09/06/2024] [Indexed: 09/28/2024] Open
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Ankle osteoarthritis is primarily post traumatic and affects a younger population. It, therefore, not only has a negative effect on the quality of life but also impacts the working life of these patients. A thorough history, clinical examination followed by relevant investigations, radiological and hematological, can provide the necessary information to classify the severity and associated deformity of this condition. This will provide guidance to the necessary and appropriate commencement of treatment. Options include conservative or surgical which can be joint sparing or sacrificing procedures. Ankle arthrodesis, a joint sacrificing procedure, has long been the 'gold standard' and has stood the test of time in providing a pain free plantigrade foot. However, ankle arthroplasty, with newer materials and better understanding, is increasingly being considered for ankle arthritis. In regions with financial constraints and limited accessibility to modern implants ankle arthrodesis should be the preferentially offered surgical procedure. This article will briefly cover the pathophysiology of ankle arthritis, clinical presentation, and its surgical treatment with a focus on ankle arthrodesis.
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- Arvind Puri
- Orthopaedic Surgeon, Cairns Hospital, Australia
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Kugach K, Stark NEP, Farah HG, Hansen RM, Arena SL, Queen RM. Total ankle arthroplasty improves discrete and continuous stance phase gait symmetry. Gait Posture 2024; 113:272-279. [PMID: 38970929 PMCID: PMC11381158 DOI: 10.1016/j.gaitpost.2024.06.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/29/2023] [Revised: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 06/26/2024] [Indexed: 07/08/2024]
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BACKGROUND Total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) is used to treat symptomatic end-stage ankle arthritis (AA). However, little is known about TAA's effects on gait symmetry. RESEARCH QUESTION Determine if symmetry changes from before surgery through two years following TAA utilizing the normalized symmetry index (NSI) and statistical parametric mapping (SPM). METHODS 141 patients with end-stage unilateral AA were evaluated from a previously collected prospective database, where each participant was tested within two weeks of surgery (Pre-Op), one year and two years following TAA. Walking speed, hip extension angle and moment, hip flexion angle, ankle plantarflexion angle and moment, ankle dorsiflexion angle, weight acceptance (GRF1), and propulsive (GRF2) vertical ground reaction forces were calculated for each limb. Gait symmetry was assessed using the NSI. A linear mixed effects model with a single response for each gait symmetry variable was used to examine the fixed effect of follow-up time (Pre-Op, Post-1 yr, Post-2 yr) and the random effect of participant with gait speed as a covariate in the model. A one-dimensional repeated measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) statistical parameter mapping (SPM) was completed to examine differences in the time-series NSI to determine regions of significant differences between follow-up times. RESULTS Relative to Pre-Op values, GRF1, and GRF2 showed increased symmetry for discrete metrics and the time-series NSI across sessions. Hip extension moment had the largest symmetry improvement. Ankle plantarflexion angle was different between Pre-Op and Post-2 yr (p=0.010); and plantarflexion moment was different between Pre- Op and each post-operative session (p<0.001). The time-series Ankle Angle NSI was greater during the early stance phase in the Pre-Op session compared to Post-2 yr. SIGNIFICANCE Symmetry across most of the stance phase improved following TAA indicating that TAA successfully improves gait symmetry and future work should determine if these improvements restore symmetry to levels equivalent with health age-match controls.
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- Kelly Kugach
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Virginia Tech - Carilion School of Medicine, Roanoke, VA 24014, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA
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- Translational Biology, Medicine & Health, Virginia Tech, Roanoke, VA, 24014, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA
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- Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Virginia Tech - Carilion School of Medicine, Roanoke, VA 24014, USA; Department of Biomedical Engineering and Mechanics, Virginia Tech, Blacksburg, VA 24061, USA.
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Anastasio AT, Lau B, Adams S. Ankle Osteoarthritis. J Am Acad Orthop Surg 2024; 32:738-746. [PMID: 38810230 DOI: 10.5435/jaaos-d-23-00743] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2023] [Accepted: 04/23/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024] Open
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Ankle osteoarthritis (OA) is less common than knee and hip OA, and 75% to 80% of all presentations are posttraumatic in nature, resulting from either ligamentous or bony injury to the ankle. While the ankle joint cartilage demonstrates capacity for self-restoration, the ankle joint is sensitive to aberrancies in biomechanics and the inflammatory milieu after an injury is thought to contribute to the onset of posttraumatic ankle OA. Conservative care for ankle OA is currently centered on pain reduction, and derivatives that may delay the progression of ankle OA are the subject of ongoing investigation. Surgical management for end-stage ankle OA currently focuses on ankle arthrodesis and total ankle arthroplasty. Specific indication for one procedure over the other is the topic of much debate. While total ankle arthroplasty has become more frequently used with the advent of newer generation systems, ankle arthrodesis may still be favored in younger patients with high-demand occupations.
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- Albert T Anastasio
- From the Duke University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Division of Sports Medicine, Durham, North Carolina
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Alanazi SA, Vicenzino B, van Bergen CJA, Hunter DJ, Wikstrom EA, Menz HB, Golightly YM, Smith MD. Development of a core domain set for ankle osteoarthritis: An international consensus study of patients and health professionals. Osteoarthritis Cartilage 2024:S1063-4584(24)01310-4. [PMID: 39029732 DOI: 10.1016/j.joca.2024.07.004] [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: 12/21/2023] [Revised: 06/21/2024] [Accepted: 07/12/2024] [Indexed: 07/21/2024]
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OBJECTIVES To develop an internationally agreed-upon core domain set for ankle osteoarthritis (OA). METHODS In a three-part Delphi process, a group of multidisciplinary health professionals with expertise in ankle OA and people with ankle OA responded to online questionnaires. The questionnaires proposed a list of 29 candidate domains derived from a systematic review of ankle OA research, and interviews with people with ankle OA and health professionals. Consensus was defined a priori as ≥70% agreement in people with ankle OA and health professionals whether a domain should or should not be included in a core domain set. An online consensus meeting was held to discuss and resolve undecided candidate domains. RESULTS A total of 100 people (75 health professionals and 25 people with ankle OA) from 18 countries (4 continents) participated in this study. Five domains reached consensus for inclusion in a core domain set for ankle OA - pain severity, health-related quality of life, function, disability and ankle range of motion. Twenty-one candidate domains reached agreement not to be included in the core domain set, and three domains remained undecided (ankle instability, physical capacity, and mental health). CONCLUSION This international consensus study, which included people with ankle OA and health professionals, has established a core domain set for ankle OA with five domains that should be measured and reported in all ankle OA trials - pain severity, health-related quality of life, function, disability and ankle range of motion. This core domain set will guide the reporting of outcomes in clinical trials on ankle OA. Future research should determine which outcome measurement instruments should be used to measure each of the core domains.
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- Sultan Ayyadah Alanazi
- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Physiotherapy, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia; Department of Physical Therapy, College of Applied Medical Sciences, Majmaah University, Al-Majmaah 11952, Saudi Arabia
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Physiotherapy, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda 4818 CK, the Netherlands; Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Erasmus University Medical Center, Rotterdam, the Netherlands
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- Sydney Musculoskeletal Health, Kolling Institute, The University of Sydney, and Rheumatology Department, Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, Australia
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- MOTION Science Institute, Department of Exercise & Sport Science, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Discipline of Podiatry, School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport, La Trobe University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- College of Allied Health Professionals, University of Nebraska Medical Center, Omaha, NE, USA; Thurston Arthritis Research Center, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, Physiotherapy, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Australia.
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Schepers T, Halm JA. Aftercare for surgically treated ankle fractures. Lancet 2024; 403:2756-2757. [PMID: 38848739 DOI: 10.1016/s0140-6736(24)00916-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/09/2024]
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- Tim Schepers
- Trauma Unit, Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands.
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- Trauma Unit, Department of Surgery, Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam 1105AZ, Netherlands
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Zambelli R, Fagundes AO, Arêas TS, Baumfeld D, Brandão JMM, Castilho RS, Leal PMC, Baumfeld T. Ankle arthroscopy does not elevate complication rates in ankle fractures. Foot Ankle Surg 2024; 30:309-312. [PMID: 38302327 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2024.01.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2023] [Revised: 12/13/2023] [Accepted: 01/05/2024] [Indexed: 02/03/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Ankle fractures rank as the second most common lower limb fractures, and surgical intervention is essential for unstable ankle fractures. The use of ankle arthroscopy in such cases offers several advantages. This study aim is to assess whether arthroscopy influenced on complication rates in 171 ankle fractures treated with arthroscopic assistance. METHODS This retrospective epidemiological analysis encompassed adult ankle fractures between December 2018 and December 2021. Initially, 173 patients were considered, but two were excluded, leaving a final sample of 171 patients. Postoperative complications were categorized as major or minor. RESULTS The study included 171 patients with surgically treated ankle fractures assisted by arthroscopy, comprising 76 females and 95 males, with an average age of 41.9 years. Syndesmosis injuries were treated in all diagnosed cases (55.0%), and deltoid ligament injuries received attention when identified (33.7%). Arthroscopic techniques were preferred over open techniques (47.4%). Ten patients experienced complications, consisting of 2 major and 8 minor complications (5.8%). DISCUSSION Our study's epidemiological findings align with prior literature, demonstrating that intra-articular injuries accompany 63% to 79% of ankle fractures. Arthroscopy allows for both diagnosis and treatment within the same procedure, including joint lavage to reduce inflammation. We diagnosed 57 deltoid injuries and identified a statistical relationship between chondral, syndesmotic, and deltoid ligament injuries. Infection is a common complication in ankle fracture surgery, with rates ranging from 1.44% to 16%. Our study yielded a 5.8% complication rate, comprising 1.2% major and 4.6% minor complications. Patients undergoing ORIF with arthroscopic assistance had a lower prevalence of infection. CONCLUSION The use of arthroscopic assistance in the surgical treatment of ankle fractures does not increase the overall complication rate. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Roberto Zambelli
- Faculdade de Ciências Médicas de Minas Gerais, Rua Vereda, 50 - Torre 2 / Ap 2001, Nova Lima, MG 34006-077, Brazil
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- Hospital Mater Dei, Rua Vereda, 50 - Torre 2 / Ap 2001, Nova Lima, MG 34006-077, Brazil
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- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG), Rua Vereda, 50 - Torre 2 / Ap 2001, Nova Lima, MG 34006-077, Brazil
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- Hospital Mater Dei, Rua Vereda, 50 - Torre 2 / Ap 2001, Nova Lima, MG 34006-077, Brazil; Hospital Unimed, Belo Horizonte, Rua Vereda, 50 - Torre 2 / Ap 2001, Nova Lima, MG 34006-077, Brazil
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- Hospital São Vicente de Paulo, Santa Casa Rua Vereda, 50 - Torre 2 / Ap 2001, Nova Lima, MG 34006-077, Brazil; Vitória da Conquista Rua Vereda, 50 - Torre 2 / Ap 2001, Nova Lima, MG 34006-077, Brazil
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- Hospital Felício Rocho, MG Rua Vereda, 50 - Torre 2/Ap 2001, Nova Lima, MG 34006-077, Brazil.
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Chong LSL, Khademi M, Reddy KM, Anderson GH. Ten year outcomes after non-fixation of the smaller posterior malleolar fragment: A retrospective cohort study. Foot (Edinb) 2024; 59:102091. [PMID: 38513374 DOI: 10.1016/j.foot.2024.102091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/26/2023] [Revised: 02/07/2024] [Accepted: 03/10/2024] [Indexed: 03/23/2024]
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INTRODUCTION Treatment of posterior malleolar (PM) ankle fractures remains controversial. Despite increasing recommendation for small PM fragment fixation, high quality evidence demonstrating improved clinical outcomes over the unfixated PM is limited. We describe the long term clinical and radiographical outcomes in younger adult patients with PM ankle fractures managed without PM fragment fixation. MATERIAL AND METHODS A retrospective cohort study was performed on PM ankle fracture patients aged 18-55 years old admitted under our orthopaedic unit between 1st of April 2009 and 31st of October 2013. Inclusion criteria were ASA 1 and 2, independent mobility pre-trauma, no pre-existing ankle pathologies, with satisfactory bimalleolar and syndesmotic stabilisation. Open fractures, talar fractures, calcaneal fractures, pilon fractures, subsequent re-injury and major complications were excluded. All PM fragments were unfixated. Clinical outcomes were evaluated using visual analogue scale (VAS) for pain, Foot and Ankle Ability Measure (FAAM) with activities of daily living (ADL) and sports subscale for function, and patient satisfaction ratings. Osteoarthritis was assessed using modified Kellgren-Lawrence scale on follow-up weightbearing ankle radiographs. RESULTS Sixty-one participants were included. Mean follow-up was 10.26 years. Average PM size was 16.2 ± 7.39%. All participants were evaluated for clinical outcomes. Mean score of FAAM-ADL was 95.5 ± 7.13, FAAM-Sports 86.4 ± 15.5, patient satisfaction 86.2 ± 14.4% and pain score 1.13 ± 1.65. Radiographical outcomes were evaluated in 52 participants, showing no-to-minimal osteoarthritis in 36/52 (69%), mild osteoarthritis in 14/52 (27%) and moderate osteoarthritis in 2/52 (4%). Pain and functional scores were independent of PM fragment size, post-reduction step-off, dislocation, malleoli fractured or syndesmotic injury. PM step-off more than 1 mm and traumatic dislocation/subluxation were associated with worse radiographical osteoarthritis. CONCLUSION After controlling for confounders, the unfixated smaller posterior malleolus fragment at 10-year follow-up demonstrated largely satisfactory clinical outcomes with some radiographical progression of osteoarthritis. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III - Retrospective cohort study.
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- Leo Swee Liang Chong
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Palmerston North Hospital, Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua / Midcentral, New Zealand.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Palmerston North Hospital, Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua / Midcentral, New Zealand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Palmerston North Hospital, Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua / Midcentral, New Zealand
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Palmerston North Hospital, Te Whatu Ora Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua / Midcentral, New Zealand
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Koris J, Calder JDF, Dalmau-Pastor M, Fernandez MA, Ramasamy A. Deltoid ligament injuries: A review of the anatomy, diagnosis and treatments. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2024. [PMID: 38796726 DOI: 10.1002/ksa.12274] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2024] [Revised: 04/28/2024] [Accepted: 05/07/2024] [Indexed: 05/28/2024]
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PURPOSE Ankle sprains remain the most common soft tissue injury presenting to Emergency Departments. Recently, there has been increased awareness and reporting of deltoid ligament injuries in association with injuries to the lateral ligament complex as well as with fibula fractures. This article reviews the currently available literature on the anatomy of the deltoid ligament, clinical and radiological diagnosis of injuries to the deltoid ligament and treatment recommendations. METHODS A literature review was conducted for keywords associated with deltoid ligament injuries. MEDLINE, PubMed and Embase databases were utilised for this search. Articles were included if involving an adult population, were English-language, were related to deltoid ligament injuries (with or without associated injuries) and reported on patho-anatomy, clinical or radiological diagnosis or treatment methods. RESULTS A total of 93 articles were assessed for relevance from the database search, and 47 were included after the removal of irrelevant articles and duplicates. Several studies reported on the clinical findings of deltoid ligament injury, as well as the radiographic analysis. Arthroscopy was considered the gold standard of diagnosis, with authors reporting on the potential benefit of performing arthroscopic repair or reconstruction at the same time. There were no studies that provided a system for the classification of deltoid ligament injury or larger studies of treatment pathways. Long-term studies of the incidence of instability in deltoid ligament injuries were not available. CONCLUSION There is limited evidence available regarding deltoid ligament injuries, particularly in terms of treatment options, either in isolation or with concomitant injuries. Long-term follow-up studies are needed to obtain more accurate data on the number of complications. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV.
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- Jacob Koris
- Trauma & Orthopaedic Specialty Registrar, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Bioengineering, Imperial College London, London, UK
- Fortius Clinic, London, UK
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- Human Anatomy and Embryology Unit, Department of Pathology and Experimental Therapeutics, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- MIFAS by GRECMIP (Minimally Invasive Foot and Ankle Society), Merignac, France
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- Fortius Clinic, London, UK
- Warwick Medical School, University of Warwick, Coventry, UK
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- Department of Bioengineering, Imperial College London, London, UK
- Academic Department of Military Trauma and Orthopaedics, Royal Centre for Defence Medicine, Edgbaston, Birmingham, UK
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Tan CY, Thevendran G. Management of non-unions of the malleolar fractures- Current Evidence. J Clin Orthop Trauma 2024; 51:102395. [PMID: 38577563 PMCID: PMC10988033 DOI: 10.1016/j.jcot.2024.102395] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/20/2023] [Revised: 02/21/2024] [Accepted: 03/15/2024] [Indexed: 04/06/2024] Open
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Although malleolar non-union is uncommon, it is associated with significant morbidity. Managing this problem requires understanding ankle fracture biomechanics and bone healing. We present in this article the pertinent points to be considered in evaluating and managing patients with malleolar non-union. Our discussion will focus on the important risk factors contributing to this problem, and the need to carefully consider the biomechanical stability and the biological environment to ensure successful bony unions.
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- Chin Yik Tan
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, National University Health System, Singapore
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Zielli SO, Mazzotti A, Artioli E, Marcolli D, Arceri A, Bonelli S, Faldini C. Indications, Associated Procedures, and Results of Ankle Plafond-Plasty for Varus Ankle Osteoarthritis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Foot Ankle Spec 2024:19386400241236321. [PMID: 38504416 DOI: 10.1177/19386400241236321] [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: 03/21/2024]
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BACKGROUNDS Plafond-plasty is a joint-preserving procedure to treat varus ankle osteoarthritis (OA) with asymmetrical joint involvement. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to evaluate indications, different surgical techniques, associated procedures, and results of plafond-plasty in varus ankle OA and to analyze the level of evidence (LOE) and quality of evidence (QOE) of the included studies. METHODS A systematic review of the literature was performed using MEDLINE, Embase, and Cochrane. RESULTS Five studies evaluating 99 ankles were included. A non-rigid varus ankle deformity and an ankle OA Takakura stage 3b or less were the most recommended pre-operative indications. Meta-analysis showed a significant post-operative improvement in clinical and radiological parameters. Many associated surgical procedures have been reported, the most frequent being medial additional supramalleolar osteotomy and lateral ankle ligament reconstruction. The level of evidence and methodological quality assessment of the included studies showed an overall low quality. CONCLUSION Plafond-plasty seems to be a promising surgical option when managing varus ankle OA with asymmetrical joint involvement, extending the indications for joint sparing surgery. Additional associated procedures should be carefully evaluated case-by-case. LEVELS OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Simone Ottavio Zielli
- First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- UOC Week Surgery, Azienda Socio-Sanitaria territoriale, centro specialistico ortopedico traumatologico Gaetano Pini-CTO, Milan, Italy
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- First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- First Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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El-Adly W, Adam FF, Kamel MS, Osman AE. Functional and radiographic assessments of post-traumatic asymmetrical ankle osteoarthritis treatment using supramalleolar osteotomies. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY & TRAUMATOLOGY : ORTHOPEDIE TRAUMATOLOGIE 2024; 34:1095-1101. [PMID: 37943337 PMCID: PMC10857950 DOI: 10.1007/s00590-023-03773-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023]
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PURPOSE This study's objective is to assess the effectiveness of supramalleolar osteotomies (SMOT) in the treatment of asymmetrical ankle osteoarthritis in terms of the improvement in alignment assessed radiographically and its impact on symptoms measured by the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society ankle-hindfoot score (AOFAS ankle-hindfoot score). METHODS Twelve patients participated in this prospective observational case series study. Standing anteroposterior, true lateral, and mortise views radiographs were taken. For preoperative planning, the lateral distal tibial angle (LDTA), talar tilt (TT), talocrural angle (TCA), and anterior distal tibial angle (ADTA) were all measured. A medial opening wedge osteotomy mainly was used to treat the varus arthritis ankle. A further oblique fibular osteotomy is frequently necessary. RESULTS The male-to-female ratio was 3:1, and the mean age of the patients was 26.25 ± 13.032 years. There were highly statistically significant differences between pre-and post-operative AOFAS ankle-hindfoot score (p < 0.001). Statistically significant differences concerning ankle range of motion (p = 0.002, < 0.001) of dorsiflexion and planter flexion were detected. Comparison between pre-and post-operative patients' radiology characteristics shows statistically significant differences concerning TT (p = 0.016) and LDTA (p = 0.046). CONCLUSION SMOT is very effective in the treatment of post-traumatic ankle osteoarthritis and postpones ankle fusion or total ankle replacements. This surgery significantly improves functional and radiological outcomes as well as the range of motion in the ankle. Meticulous preoperative planning by radiological measurements of different angles around the ankle is considered the crucial factor in success of that operation.
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- Wael El-Adly
- Orthopedic Surgery Department, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt.
- Orthopedic Surgery Department, Assiut University Hospital, University Street, Assiut, 71515, Egypt.
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- Orthopedic Surgery Department, Assiut University, Assiut, Egypt
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Dickinson JD, Collman DR, Russel LH, Choung DJ. Navigating the Challenges of Total Ankle Replacement: Deformity Correction and Infection Considerations. Clin Podiatr Med Surg 2024; 41:119-139. [PMID: 37951670 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpm.2023.06.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2023]
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In recent years, total ankle replacement (TAR) has gained widespread acceptance as a surgical treatment for end-stage ankle arthritis. This shift is due to notable improvements in implant design, surgical instrumentation, technique, and surgeon expertise, resulting in high levels of patient satisfaction comparable to ankle fusion. Additionally, indications for TAR have expanded to include advanced deformities that were previously considered unsuitable for the procedure, making ankle arthrodesis the only option. Despite these advancements, TAR still carries a higher complication rate compared to other ankle surgeries. The complex anatomy of the ankle, coupled with limited soft tissue, presents significant challenges in managing complications associated with TAR.
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- Joseph D Dickinson
- Kaiser San Francisco Bay Area Foot and Ankle Residency Program, Department of Orthopedics/Podiatry, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, 3600 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94611, USA
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- Kaiser San Francisco Bay Area Foot and Ankle Residency Program, Department of Orthopedics, Podiatry, Injury, Sports Medicine, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, 4506th Avenue, French Campus, 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94118, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, 6600 Bruceville Road, Sacramento, CA 95823, USA
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- Kaiser North Bay Consortium Foot and Ankle Residency Program, Department of Orthopedics/Podiatry, Kaiser Permanente San Rafael, 99 Montecillo Road, San Rafael, CA 94903, USA.
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Faldini C. Osteoarthritis after an ankle fracture: we can't really avoid it. Musculoskelet Surg 2023; 107:375-378. [PMID: 38032524 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-023-00802-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 12/01/2023]
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- C Faldini
- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Department, IRCCS - Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute, Via G.C. Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy.
- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Science-DIBINEM, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
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Moeller RT, Mentzel M, Gabel M, Vergote D, Bauknecht S. Anatomical principles of ankle denervation - An update. Foot Ankle Surg 2023; 29:597-602. [PMID: 37500388 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2023.07.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2023] [Revised: 06/30/2023] [Accepted: 07/13/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND Denervation is a surgical option in ankle arthrosis when conservative therapy has failed. Sectioning all joint branches is essential for its success. The locations of the articular branches of the saphenous (Sa), tibial (Ti), sural (Su), superficial (Ps) and deep peroneal (Pp) nerves are specified. METHODS In 16 cryopreserved specimens, the courses of the nerves were prepared. Their articular branches were identified, and their respective locations documented by using a new reference system. RESULTS The articular branches to the ankle ranged from 5 to 30 cm measured from the foot sole. The Sa should be transected at 22.5 cm, the Su at 20 cm, and the Pp at 15 cm. The Ti should be skeletonized up to 25 cm. Epifascial dissection of the Ps is to be performed below 15 cm. CONCLUSION The study specifies the joint branches of the ankle in an intraoperatively reproducible reference system and thus minimizes the required skin incisions.
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- Richard-Tobias Moeller
- Department for Trauma, Hand, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Ulm, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081 Ulm, Germany.
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- Department for Trauma, Hand, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Ulm, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- ATOS Klinik Stuttgart GmbH, Hohenheimer Straße 91, 70184 Stuttgart, Germany
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- Department for Trauma, Hand, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Ulm, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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- Department for Trauma, Hand, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, University Hospital Ulm, Albert-Einstein-Allee 23, 89081 Ulm, Germany
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Sourougeon Y, Barzilai Y, Haba Y, Spector B, Prat D. Outcomes following minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) application in tibial pilon fractures - A systematic review. Foot Ankle Surg 2023; 29:566-575. [PMID: 37532663 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2023.07.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2023] [Revised: 07/22/2023] [Accepted: 07/25/2023] [Indexed: 08/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND This systematic review evaluates postoperative complications and functional outcomes of minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) for distal tibial pilon fractures. This paper aims to fill a key literature gap, as no previous reviews have specifically addressed MIPO for tibial pilon fractures or fractures other than those involving the humeral shaft. METHODS This study followed the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines. A systematic literature search was done using PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, and Scopus databases from 2000 to 2022. Inclusion criteria were MIPO treatment in skeletally mature patients, while exclusion criteria were non-English papers, conference abstracts, papers with multiple treatment modalities that didn't analyze MIPO outcomes separately, skeletally immature patients, case reports, and cohorts smaller than five patients. Unpublished papers were also searched using Clinical Trials. Data extraction included general study information, injury specification, outcome measures, and complications. Finally, a risk of bias assessment (RoB) was performed. RESULTS A total of 1732 studies were identified, of which 23 were included in this review, with 673 patients and 678 fractures analyzed. The mean follow-up ranged from 6 to 62.53 months, with most studies representing intermediate to long-term follow-up. Primary outcome measures showed that 87.33% achieved 'excellent to good' results, 8.67% achieved 'fair' results, and 4% achieved 'poor' results. Stratified by fracture type, 76.47%, 80.05%, and 76.92% of AO/OTA type A, B, and C fractures, respectively, achieved 'excellent to good' results. 35.06% of cases reported complications (236 in total). These included one case of deep infection (0.148%), 28 superficial wound infections (4.16%), 4 nonunion cases (0.59%), and 22 malunion instances (3.27%). RoB assessment showed that 52.17% had a moderate overall risk of bias, 39.13% had a serious overall risk of bias, and 8.7% had a critical overall risk of bias. CONCLUSION MIPO technique for pilon fractures showed good functional outcomes and reliability, with low complication rates and should be considered in cases where proper indirect reduction is possible. However, while the evidence is promising, further high-quality studies with larger sample sizes, longer-term follow-up, and comparison to other techniques are needed to evaluate the efficacy and safety of this technique. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Yosef Sourougeon
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Chaim Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer, Derech Sheba 2, Ramat Gan, Israel.
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- Chaim Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer, Derech Sheba 2, Ramat Gan, Israel.
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- Israeli Defense Forces Medical Corps, Israel.
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- Sackler Faculty of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Sackler School of Medicine, Tel Aviv University, Tel Aviv, Israel.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Chaim Sheba Medical Center at Tel Hashomer, Derech Sheba 2, Ramat Gan, Israel.
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Tran NT, Jeon SH, Moon YJ, Lee KB. Continuous detrimental activity of intra-articular fibrous scar tissue in correlation with posttraumatic ankle osteoarthritis. Sci Rep 2023; 13:20058. [PMID: 37973826 PMCID: PMC10654697 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-47498-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023] Open
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Posttraumatic osteoarthritis is primarily characterized by articular cartilage destruction secondary to trauma or fracture events. Even while intra-articular scar tissue can be observed following ankle fractures, little is known about its nature and molecular events linking its biological activity and cartilage deterioration. Here, we investigated scar tissue's histological and molecular characteristics, and its relationship with localized articular cartilage alterations consistent with early osteoarthritic degeneration. Intra-articular scar tissues from sixty-two patients who underwent open reduction internal fixation for ankle fracture were obtained at hardware removal time (6-44 months after fracture). Histological analysis demonstrated that scar tissue has the nature of fibrosis with fibrous tissue hyperplasia, fibroblast proliferation, and chondrometaplasia. These fibrous scar tissues showed overexpressed pro-inflammatory cytokines and high mRNA expression levels of osteoarthritis-related markers (cytokines, chemokines, and enzymes) compared to the normal synovium. Furthermore, those transcriptional levels were significantly correlated with the grade of talar chondral degeneration. Our findings suggest that following an ankle fracture, the intra-articular fibrous scar tissue exhibits high catabolic and inflammatory activity, which has a long-lasting negative impact correlated to cartilage deterioration in the development of posttraumatic osteoarthritis.
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- Nhat Tien Tran
- Department of Surgery, University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Hue University, Hue, Vietnam
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Research Institute of Clinical Medicine of Jeonbuk National University-Biomedical Research Institute of Jeonbuk National University Hospital, Jeonbuk National University Medical School, 634-18, Keumam-Dong, Jeonju-Shi, Chonbuk, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Biochemistry, Research Institute of Clinical Medicine of Jeonbuk National University-Biomedical Research Institute of Jeonbuk National University Hospital and Research Institute for Endocrine Sciences, Jeonbuk National University Medical School, Jeonju, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Research Institute of Clinical Medicine of Jeonbuk National University-Biomedical Research Institute of Jeonbuk National University Hospital, Jeonbuk National University Medical School, 634-18, Keumam-Dong, Jeonju-Shi, Chonbuk, Republic of Korea.
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Baumfeld T, Burgos V, Souza V, Pires RE, Campos T, Baumfeld D. Ankle fractures malreduction rate and its causes in two Brazilian tertiary training hospitals. Injury 2023; 54 Suppl 6:110811. [PMID: 38143130 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2023.05.042] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2023] [Revised: 05/07/2023] [Accepted: 05/11/2023] [Indexed: 12/26/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Ankle fractures are one of the most frequent injuries managed by any trauma surgeon. Literature has shown that adequate reduction is of utmost importance to achieve satisfactory functional outcomes. However, malreduction rates remain high worldwide. The objective of the present study is to evaluate the quality of ankle fracture reduction in two major trauma centers in a large Brazilian city and to analyze the factors associated with malreduction METHODS: Epidemiologic data of 382 patients (189 men; 193 women) aged between 7 and 87 years who underwent osteosynthesis of the ankle in two trauma centers in a large Brazilian city. Electronic clinical records, preoperative and immediate postoperative radiographs in anteroposterior (AP), lateral and mortise views were evaluated. Pettrone's criteria were used to evaluate the quality of ankle fractures reduction. All radiographs were independently evaluated by two foot and ankle senior surgeons RESULTS: Overall, malreduction rate was 22.2%. Forty-seven (55.2%) fractures classified as malreduced had medial malleolar displacement The results showed three factors that significantly affected the quality of reduction (p<0.05), patients over 60 years, open fractures and fracture-dislocations. Patients aged over 60 years were twice more likely to have poor reduction of ankle fractures than younger ones. The risk of poor fracture reduction among those individuals with open fractures is 2.15 times greater than among patients with closed injuries. Fracture-dislocation imposed a 2.7 higher risk for malreduction DISCUSSION: We found a malreduction rate below most series previously published. Further results agree with the literature. Elderly people aged over 60 years, fracture dislocations and open fractures are associated with worse results, influencing the quality of the reduction, clinical outcomes, and the development of post-traumatic arthrosis CONCLUSION: Ankle fractures malreduction are associated with higher age, open fractures, and fracture-dislocations.
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- Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG) - Brazil
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Kim J, Radkievich R, Mizher R, Shaffrey I, O'Malley M, Deland J, Demetracopoulos C, Ellis S. Outcomes of Total Ankle Arthroplasty in Postfracture Ankle Arthritis. Foot Ankle Int 2023; 44:1075-1084. [PMID: 37772404 DOI: 10.1177/10711007231194050] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/30/2023]
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BACKGROUND Ankle arthritis that develops after fracture accounts for a significant portion of ankle arthritis necessitating total ankle arthroplasty (TAA). It remains unknown whether TAA in postfracture patients produces equivalent outcomes to those without fracture history. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the medium-term outcomes of TAA in postfracture ankle arthritis compared to those without fracture history. METHODS This study reviewed 178 ankles from 171 consecutive patients who underwent TAA in our institution between 2007 and 2017 and completed a minimum 5-year follow-up. Four different TAA systems were utilized by 6 surgeons. Based on fracture history, patients were divided into 2 groups: the postfracture group (n = 63; median age 65.7 years; median follow-up 5.9 years) and the nonfracture group (n = 115; median age 64.4 years; median follow-up 6.2 years). Types and rates of complications including revision and reoperation were compared. Minimum 5-year Foot and Ankle Outcome Score (FAOS) and postoperative improvement were investigated. A subgroup analysis was performed to determine whether outcomes differ between intraarticular fracture patients (n = 43) and extraarticular fracture patients (n = 20). RESULTS Both groups exhibited comparable postoperative improvement and final FAOS scores. The postfracture group had a significantly higher reoperation rate than the nonfracture group (20 of 63, 31.7%, vs 17 of 115, 14.8%; P = .011), with gutter impingement being the most common cause. There were 3 revisions in each group. In the subgroup analysis, we found no evidence of statistical difference between the intraarticular fracture group and the extraarticular fracture group in terms of FAOS scores, revision, and reoperation rates. CONCLUSION In this single-center, retrospective comparative study, we found total ankle arthroplasty in patients with a history of fractures around the ankle joint had no evidence of statistical difference in patient-reported outcomes and implant survivorship but led to a higher rate of nonrevision reoperation following surgery. In the much smaller subset of patients with previous fracture, we did not find that those with a history of intraarticular fracture had inferior outcomes after TAA when compared to those with a history of extraarticular fracture. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, case-control study.
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- Jaeyoung Kim
- Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, TX, USA
- Foot and Ankle Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Clinica Alemana de Santiago-Universidad del Desarrollo, Santiago, Chile
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- Foot and Ankle Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Foot and Ankle Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Foot and Ankle Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Foot and Ankle Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Foot and Ankle Service, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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Arceri A, Mazzotti A, Zielli S, Bonelli S, Artioli E, Abdi P, Langone L, Faldini C. Return to sports after total ankle arthroplasty: A systematic review and meta-analysis. J Orthop 2023; 44:57-65. [PMID: 37700779 PMCID: PMC10494309 DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2023.09.001] [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: 06/15/2023] [Revised: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/02/2023] [Indexed: 09/14/2023] Open
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Purpose Technological developments and implants newer generation allowed to expand the indications for total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) with aim to maintain active lifestyles. This systematic review and meta-analysis examined chance of return to sport, achievable activity level, the type of patients and the sport type after TAA. Methods A literature search of PubMed, Scopus, and Cochrane databases was performed. Meta-analysis was performed if the same outcomes scores were reported at least by 4 studies. PRISMA guidelines were used. Risk of bias was assessed through the MINORS criteria. Included studies reported data and outcomes related to sport in patients undergoing TAA. Result Initial search results yielded 483 articles; 11 articles were included in the review process. The chance to return to sport increases after TAA, achieving a mean sport participation rate of 61.9% postoperatively. Until to 92% of patients was able to return to their preoperative level of activity. Meta-analysis showed a significant postoperative improvement in the most represented outcomes scores. Especially, young, male, with lower BMI, and affected by non-inflammatory osteoarthritis were those who returned to sport reporting significantly better outcomes scores. The most frequent postoperative sports included cycling, swimming, hiking and gymnastic. Only few patients practiced impact sport. Conclusions Current literature does not allow to advise TAA for young and active patient who want to play sports after surgery. Selected patients undergoing TAA can return to sport after surgery, and the most approachable activities are low demanding sport. However, no strong evidence is available to support these findings. Further prospective randomized studies are necessary to establish more accurate expectations concerning sport activity after TAA implantation. Level of evidence Level II, systematic review.
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- Alberto Arceri
- 1st Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136, Bologna, Italy
- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, 40123, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedics and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136, Bologna, Italy
- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences (DIBINEM), Alma Mater Studiorum University of Bologna, 40123, Bologna, Italy
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Mateen S, Siddiqui NA. The Role of Supramalleolar Osteotomies in Ankle Arthritis. Clin Podiatr Med Surg 2023; 40:769-781. [PMID: 37716751 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpm.2023.05.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 09/18/2023]
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The supramalleolar osteotomy (SMO) is a joint-preserving surgical procedure that allows realignment of the ankle joint in severe deformity secondary to arthritis. This osteotomy realigns the mechanical axis to provide better weight distribution through the ankle joint. With an aligned mechanical axis, the overloaded asymmetric ankle joint will shift toward the preserved joint area in a valgus or varus ankle joint. The SMO also can be used via a staged approach to correct severe deformity in an end-stage arthritic ankle before total ankle arthroplasty to optimize the implant's longevity and improve overall functional outcomes.
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- Sara Mateen
- International Center of Limb Lengthening, Rubin Institute of Advanced Orthopedics, 2401 West Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215, USA
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- International Center of Limb Lengthening, Rubin Institute of Advanced Orthopedics, 2401 West Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215, USA; Division of Podiatry, Sinai and Northwest Hospital, 2401 West Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215, USA.
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Christidis P, Lampridis V, Kalitsis C, Kantas T, Biniaris G, Gougoulias N. Supramalleolar osteotomies for ankle arthritis: a systematic review. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2023; 143:5549-5564. [PMID: 37010603 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-023-04867-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/07/2022] [Accepted: 03/27/2023] [Indexed: 04/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION We investigated the mid-term outcomes of supramalleolar osteotomies regarding "survivorship" [before ankle arthrodesis (AA) or total ankle replacement (TAR)], complication rate and adjuvant procedures required. MATERIAL AND METHODS PubMed, Cochrane and Trip Medical Database were searched from January 01, 2000. Studies reporting on SMOs for ankle arthritis, in minimum of 20 patients aged 17 or older, followed for a minimum of two years, were included. Quality assessment was performed with the Modified Coleman Methodology Score (MCMS). A subgroup analysis of varus/valgus ankles was performed. RESULTS Sixteen studies met the inclusion criteria, with 866 SMOs in 851 patients. Mean age of patients was 53.6 (range 17-79) years, and mean follow-up was 49.1 (range 8-168) months. Of the arthritic ankles (646 ankles), 11.1% were classified as Takakura stage I, 24.0% as stage II, 59.9% as stage III and 5.0% as stage IV. The overall MCMS was 55.2 ± 9.6 (fair). Eleven studies (657 SMOs) reported on "survivorship" of SMO, before arthrodesis (2.7%), or total ankle replacement (TAR) (5.8%) was required. Patients required AA after an average of 44.6 (range 7-156) months, and TAR after 36.71 (range 7-152) months. Hardware removal was required in 1.9% and revision in 4.4% of 777 SMOs. Mean AOFAS score was 51.8 preoperatively, improving to 79.1 postoperatively. Mean VAS was 6.5 preoperatively and improved to 2.1 postoperatively. Complications were reported in 5.7% (44 out of 777 SMOs). Soft tissue procedures were performed in 41.0% (310 out of 756 SMOs), whereas concomitant osseous procedures were performed in 59.0% (446 out of 756 SMOs). SMOs performed for valgus ankles failed in 11.1% of patients, vs 5.6% in varus ankles (p < 0.05), with disparity between the different studies. CONCLUSIONS SMOs combined with adjuvant, osseous and soft tissue, procedures, were performed mostly for arthritic ankles of stage II and III, according to the Takakura classification and offered functional improvement with low complication rate. Approximately, 10% of SMOs failed and patients required AA or TAR, after an average of just over 4 years (50.5 months) after the index surgery. It is debatable whether varus and valgus ankles treated with SMO reveal different success rates.
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- Panagiotis Christidis
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, General Hospital of Katerini, 6th km Katerini-Aronas Rd, 60100, Katerini, Greece
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopedics, Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Liverpool, UK
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, General Hospital of Katerini, 6th km Katerini-Aronas Rd, 60100, Katerini, Greece
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, General Hospital of Katerini, 6th km Katerini-Aronas Rd, 60100, Katerini, Greece
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, General Hospital of Katerini, 6th km Katerini-Aronas Rd, 60100, Katerini, Greece
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, General Hospital of Katerini, 6th km Katerini-Aronas Rd, 60100, Katerini, Greece.
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Dalen AF, Gregersen MG, Skrede AL, Bjelland Ø, Myklebust TÅ, Nilsen FA, Molund M. Effects of Progressive Deltoid Ligament Sectioning on Weber B Ankle Fracture Stability. Foot Ankle Int 2023; 44:895-904. [PMID: 37480255 PMCID: PMC10500948 DOI: 10.1177/10711007231180212] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 07/23/2023]
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BACKGROUND Conventionally, transsyndesmotic fibula fractures with concomitant signs of deltoid ligament injury have been considered unstable and thus treated operatively. Recent studies have indicated that partial deltoid ligament rupture is common and may allow for nonoperative treatment of stress-unstable ankles if normal tibiotalar alignment is obtained in the weightbearing position. Biomechanical support for this principle is scarce. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the biomechanical effects of gradually increasing deltoid ligament injury in transsyndesmotic fibula fractures. METHODS Fifteen cadaveric ankle specimens were tested using an industrial robot. All specimens were tested in 4 states: native, SER2, SER4a, and SER4b models. Ankle stability was measured in lateral translation, valgus, and internal and external rotation stress in 3 talocrural joint positions: 20 degrees plantarflexion, neutral, and 10 degrees dorsiflexion. Talar shift and talar valgus tilt in the talocrural joint was measured using fluoroscopy. RESULTS In most tests, SER2 and SER4a models resulted in a small instability increase compared to native joints and thus were deemed stable according to our predefined margins. However, SER4a models were unstable when tested in the plantarflexed position and for external rotation in all positions. In contrast, SER4b models had large-magnitude instability in all directions and all tested positions and were thus deemed unstable. CONCLUSION This study demonstrated substantial increases in instability between the SER4a and SER4b states. This controlled cadaveric simulation suggests a significant ankle-stabilizing role of the deep posterior deltoid after oblique transsyndesmotic fibular fracture and transection of the superficial and anterior deep deltoid ligaments. CLINICAL RELEVANCE The study provides new insights into how the heterogenicity of deltoid ligament injuries can affect the natural stability of the ankle after Weber B fractures. These findings may be useful in developing more targeted and better treatment strategies.
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- Andreas F. Dalen
- Department of Research and Innovation, Møre and Romsdal Hospital Trust, Ålesund, Norway
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Møre and Romsdal Hospital Trust, Ålesund, Norway
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Østfold Hospital Trust, Grålum, Norway
- Institute of Health and Society, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of ICT and Natural Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Ålesund, Møre og Romsdal, Norway
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- Department of ICT and Natural Sciences, Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Ålesund, Møre og Romsdal, Norway
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- Department of Research and Innovation, Møre and Romsdal Hospital Trust, Ålesund, Norway
- Department of Registration, Cancer Registry of Norway, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Østfold Hospital Trust, Grålum, Norway
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Østfold Hospital Trust, Grålum, Norway
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Rozis M, Zachariou D, Vavourakis M, Vasiliadis E, Vlamis J. Anterior Incisura Fibularis Corner Landmarks Can Safely Validate the Optimal Distal Tibiofibular Reduction in Malleolar Fractures-Prospective CT Study. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:2615. [PMID: 37568978 PMCID: PMC10417129 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13152615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Revised: 07/14/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 08/13/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Distal tibiofibular injuries are common in patients with malleolar fractures. Malreduction is frequently reported in the literature and is mainly caused by insufficient intraoperative radiological evaluation. In this direction, we performed a prospective observational study to validate the efficacy of the anatomical landmarks of the anterior incisura corner. METHODS Patients with malleolar fractures and syndesmotic instability were reduced according to specific anatomic landmarks and had a postoperative bilateral ankle CT. The quality of the reduction was compared to the healthy ankles. RESULTS None of the controlled parameters differed significantly between the operated and healthy ankles. Minor deviations were correlated to the normal incisura morphology rather than the reduction technique. CONCLUSIONS The anterior incisura anatomical landmarks can be an efficient way of reducing the distal tibiofibular joint without the need for intraoperative radiological evaluation.
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- Meletis Rozis
- 3rd Orthopedic Department, University of Athens, KAT Hospital, 145 61 Athens, Greece; (D.Z.); (J.V.)
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Kvarda P, Siegler L, Burssens A, Susdorf R, Ruiz R, Hintermann B. Effect of total ankle replacement on the 3-dimensional subtalar joint alignment in varus ankle osteoarthritis. Foot Ankle Surg 2023:S1268-7731(23)00103-0. [PMID: 37296030 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2023.05.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2023] [Revised: 05/13/2023] [Accepted: 05/29/2023] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Varus ankle osteoarthritis (OA) is typically associated with peritalar instability, which may result in altered subtalar joint position. This study aimed to determine the extent to which total ankle replacement (TAR) in varus ankle OA can restore the subtalar alignment. METHODS Fourteen patients (15 ankles, mean age 61 ± 6 years) who underwent TAR for varus ankle OA were analyzed using semi-automated measurements based on weight-bearing computed tomography. Twenty healthy individuals served as a control group. RESULTS All angles improved between preoperative and a minimum of 1 year (mean 2.1 years) postoperative and were statistically significant in 6 out of 8 angles (P < 0.05). CONCLUSIONS Our findings indicate that talus repositioning after TAR restores the subtalar joint alignment which may improve hindfoot biomechanics. Future studies are required to implement these findings for TAR in presence of hindfoot deformity. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Peter Kvarda
- Department of Orthopaedics, Kantonsspital Baselland, Rheinstrasse 26, 4410 Liestal, Switzerland.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Kantonsspital Baselland, Rheinstrasse 26, 4410 Liestal, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Gent, C. Heymanslaan 10, 9000 Gent, Belgium
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Kantonsspital Baselland, Rheinstrasse 26, 4410 Liestal, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Kantonsspital Baselland, Rheinstrasse 26, 4410 Liestal, Switzerland
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Kantonsspital Baselland, Rheinstrasse 26, 4410 Liestal, Switzerland
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Meinert M, Colcuc C, Herrmann E, Harbering J, Gramlich Y, Blank M, Hoffmann R, Fischer S. Septic History Limits the Outcome of Tibiotalocalcaneal Arthrodesis. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12103422. [PMID: 37240528 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12103422] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2023] [Revised: 05/08/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 05/28/2023] Open
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Joint destruction necessitates tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis (TTCA) in cases of clinical deficits that cannot be controlled conservatively, possibly leading to sepsis. We aimed to compare the underlying etiology of posttraumatic joint destruction and the outcomes after TTCA in patients with a septic or aseptic history. Between 2010 and 2022, 216 patients with TTCA were retrospectively enrolled (septic TTCA (S-TTCA) = 129; aseptic TTCA (A-TTCA) = 87). Patient demographics, etiology, Olerud and Molander Ankle Scores (OMASs), Foot Function Index (FFI-D) scores, and Short Form-12 Questionnaire (SF-12) scores were recorded. The mean follow-up period was 6.5 years. Tibial plafond and ankle fractures were the most common causes of sepsis. The mean OMAS was 43.0; the mean FFI-D was 76.7; and the mean SF-12 physical component summary score was 35.5. All the scores differed significantly between the groups (p < 0.001). With an average of 11 operations until the arthrodesis was achieved, the S-TTCA patients underwent about three times as many operations as the A-TTCA patients (p < 0.001), and 41% of S-TTCA patients remained permanently unable to work (p < 0.001). The significantly worse results of S-TTCA compared to A-TTCA show the long and stressful ordeal that patients with a septic history suffer. Further attention must be paid to infection prophylaxis and, if necessary, early infection revision.
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- Magalie Meinert
- Department for Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main, 60389 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department for Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Evangelical Hospital Bethel Bielefeld, 33611 Bielefeld, Germany
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- Division of Biostatistics and Mathematical Modelling, Goethe-University, Frankfurt am Main, Theodor-Stern-Kai 7, 60596 Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department for Septic Bone Surgery, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main, 60389 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department for Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main, 60389 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main, 60389 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department for Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main, 60389 Frankfurt, Germany
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main, 60389 Frankfurt, Germany
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Yang X, Zeng J, Yang W, Dela Rosa RD, Jiang Z. A meta-analysis of deltoid ligament on ankle joint fracture combining deltoid ligament injury. Front Surg 2023; 10:976181. [PMID: 37051572 PMCID: PMC10083234 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2023.976181] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2022] [Accepted: 02/16/2023] [Indexed: 03/29/2023] Open
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PurposeAnkle fracture combined with deltoid ligament (DL) injury results in decreased stability of ankle mortise, reduced contact surface between tibial and talus, increased local stress, and increased postoperative complications. The purpose of this meta-analysis was to evaluate the postoperative effects of repairing ligaments in ankle fractures with DL rupture.MethodsAccording to the steps of the Cochrane systematic review, the related literatures from PubMed, Embase and the Cochrane Library Databases were retrieved as of September 1, 2021, and all relevant randomized controlled trials and retrospective studies were collected. The evaluation indicators include medial clear space (MCS), visual analogue scale (VAS), American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS), complications rate. Meta-analysis was conducted by RevMan® 5.3 provided by the Cochrane collaboration.ResultsA total of 388 patients (195 patients in the ligament repair group and 193 patients in the non-repair group) were included in 7 clinical trials. Meta-analysis data showed there were no statistically significant differences between the ligament repair group and non-repair group in final follow-up VAS, final AOFAS and postoperative MCS (P = 0.50, P = 0.04, P = 0.14, P = 0.14, respectively). Final follow-up MCS and complications rate in ligament repair group were smaller than those in the non-repair group and were statistically significant (P < 0.00001, P = 0.006, respectively).ConclusionAlthough there was no difference in in final follow-up VAS, final follow-up AOFAS and postoperative MCS between experimental group and control group, It's statistically significant in final follow-up MCS and complications rate. Ligament repair could reduce the width of MCS, restore ankle stability, reduce the incidence of complications and lead to a better prognosis.
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- XiaoLing Yang
- Department of Nursing, Guizhou Nursing Vocational College, Guiyang, People's republic of China
- School of Nursing, Philippine Women's University, Manila, Philippines
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- Department of Dermatology, Guizhou Provincal People's Hospital, Guiyang, People's republic of China
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- Department of Neurosurgery, People's Hospital of Dechang County, Dechang, People's republic of China
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- School of Nursing, Philippine Women's University, Manila, Philippines
- College of Nursing and Midwifery, Bataan Peninsula State University, Balanga, Philippines
- Correspondence: Zhixia Jiang Ronnell D. Dela Rosa
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- Department of Nursing, Guizhou Nursing Vocational College, Guiyang, People's republic of China
- Correspondence: Zhixia Jiang Ronnell D. Dela Rosa
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Outcome measures in clinical studies of ankle osteoarthritis: a systematic review. Physiotherapy 2023; 118:54-63. [PMID: 36243563 DOI: 10.1016/j.physio.2022.08.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2021] [Revised: 06/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/26/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To explore and describe the outcome measures reported in primary research of ankle osteoarthritis (OA) and to propose aligned health-related domains. METHODS Six databases were searched, and studies were screened by two independent reviewers. Studies of participants with ankle OA who were> 18 years of age and reported outcome measure data were included. Non-English, animal, cadaveric, reviews, and studies with< 5 participants were excluded. Outcome measures were examined for content and mapped to health-related domains. RESULTS 1386 studies were identified, of which 547 met selection criteria - reporting 250 outcome measures. Most commonly reported measures were the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society Ankle-Hindfoot Scale (n = 257 studies), plain radiographs to measure ankle alignment (n = 211), numerical rating scale for pain severity (n = 177) and goniometry to measure ankle range of motion (n = 148). Outcome measures were organised into 19 domains. The most common domains were pain severity (315 (58%) studies), ankle alignment (254 (46%)), ankle motion (181 (33%)), disability (169 (31%)) and health-related quality of life (128 (23%)). These domains fell into the Outcome Measures in Rheumatology (OMERACT) core areas of life impact and pathophysiological manifestations. CONCLUSION Many outcome measures are used in ankle OA research, most of which assess joint alignment, pain, and motion. Based on the outcome measures identified, we proposed 19 possible health-related domains, predominantly in the OMERACT core areas of life impact and pathophysiological manifestations of ankle OA. Clinicians and researchers can use this review in guiding selection of outcome measures.
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Santini S, Alharbi W, Teoh KH, Herrera-Perez M, Valderrabano V. Hybrid-Total Ankle Arthroplasty (H-TAA) for Failed Talar Component in Mobile-Bearing Total Ankle Arthroplasty. J Clin Med 2023; 12:1764. [PMID: 36902551 PMCID: PMC10003300 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12051764] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/16/2023] [Revised: 02/20/2023] [Accepted: 02/21/2023] [Indexed: 02/25/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Revision Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA) surgery due to TAA aseptic loosening is increasing. It is possible to exchange the talar component and inlay to another system for isolated talar component loosening in a primary mobile-bearing TAA: Hybrid-Total Ankle Arthroplasty (H-TAA). The purpose of this study was to analyze the results of the revision surgery of an isolated aseptic talar component loosening in a mobile-bearing three-component TAA with a H-TAA solution. METHODS In this prospective case study, nine patients (six women, three men; mean age 59.8 years; range 41-80 years) with symptomatic isolated aseptic loosening of the talar component of a mobile-bearing TAA were treated with an isolated talar component and inlay substitution. In all nine cases, a hybrid TAA revision surgery was performed by implanting a VANTAGE TAA talar and insert component (Flatcut talar component: six cases, standard talar component: three cases). The patients were reviewed with the pain score (VAS Pain Score 0-10), Dorsiflexion/Plantarflexion (DF/PF) Range of Motion (ROM; degrees), the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) Ankle/Hindfoot Score (0-100 points), Sports Frequency Score (Level 0-4), and subjective Patients' Satisfaction Score (0-10 points). RESULTS The average Pain score improved significantly from preoperative 6.7 points to postoperative 1.1 points (p < 0.001). Average Dorsiflexion/Plantarflexion ROM values increased significantly post-surgery: 21.7° preoperative to 45.6° postoperative (p < 0.001). The postoperative AOFAS scores were significantly greater than the preoperative values: 47.7 points preoperative, 92.3 points postoperative (p < 0.001). The sports activity improved from preoperative to postoperative where, preoperative, none of the patients were able to perform sports. Postoperative, eight patients were able to be sports-active again. The overall average postoperative level of sports activity was 1.4. The postoperative average patient's satisfaction was 9.3 points. CONCLUSIONS In painful talar component aseptic loosening of a three-component mobile-bearing TAA, H-TAA is a good surgical solution for reducing pain, restoring ankle function, and improving patients' life quality.
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- Simone Santini
- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, 00128 Rome, Italy
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- King Fahad Armed Forces Hospital, Al Kurnaysh Rd, Al Andalus, Jeddah 23311, Saudi Arabia
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- Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust, Harlow CM20 1QX, UK
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- Head Foot and Ankle Unit, Orthopaedic Department, Universidad de La Laguna, 38200 San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Spain
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- Swiss Ortho Center, Swiss Medical Network, Schmerzklinik Basel, Hirschgässlein 15, 4010 Basel, Switzerland
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Pflüger P, Schlickewei C, Barg A, Valderrabano V. [Postprimary early elective total arthroplasty in severe ankle fractures]. UNFALLCHIRURGIE (HEIDELBERG, GERMANY) 2022; 125:946-950. [PMID: 36416890 PMCID: PMC9705496 DOI: 10.1007/s00113-022-01252-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/12/2022] [Indexed: 06/16/2023]
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Treatment of the ankle joint with total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) is an established and safe surgical treatment for osteoarthritis of the ankle. Modern implants have low revision rates and are superior to ankle arthrodesis in terms of patient-reported outcomes. The importance of primary TAA treatment of ankle fractures is unclear. There are currently no studies in the literature on this topic. In view of the increasing number of cases of unstable ankle fractures, especially in older patients and with increasing functional demands also in old age, it is important to consider TAA in the management of these fractures in the future. Clinical studies are necessary to evaluate the treatment of ankle fractures using TAA.
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Unfallchirurgie und Orthopädie, Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Deutschland
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Unfallchirurgie und Orthopädie, Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf, Hamburg, Deutschland
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- SWISS ORTHO CENTER, Professor University of Basel, Swiss Medical Network, Schmerzklinik Basel, Hirschgässlein 15, 4010, Basel, Schweiz.
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Swierstra BA, van Enst WA. The prognosis of ankle fractures: a systematic review. EFORT Open Rev 2022; 7:692-700. [PMID: 36287098 PMCID: PMC9619393 DOI: 10.1530/eor-22-0065] [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] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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The aim of this study was to update the scientific evidence for ankle fracture prognosis by addressing radiographic osteoarthritis, time course and prognostic factors. A systematic review was conducted according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Studies were included if they were randomized controlled trials, controlled trials or observational studies, including case series and case-control studies investigating radiologically confirmed osteoarthritis in adults with a classified ankle fracture, treated with or without surgery, with a minimum follow-up of 1 year. Also included were studies examining prognostic factors predicting radiologically confirmed osteoarthritis. Tibial plafond and talus fractures were excluded. Thirty-four studies were included examining 3447 patients. Extracted data included study type, inclusion and exclusion criteria, age, number of patients, number of fractures according to the author-reported classification method, radiological osteoarthritis, follow-up period, prognostic factors, and treatment. Severe heterogeneity was visible in the analyses (I2 > 90%), reflecting clinical heterogeneity possibly arising from the presence of osteoarthritis at baseline, the classifications used for the fractures and for osteoarthritis. The incidence of osteoarthritis was 25% (95% CI: 18–32) and 34% (95% CI: 23–45) for more severe fractures with involvement of the posterior malleolus. The severity of the trauma, as reflected by the fracture classification, was the most important prognostic factor for the development of radiographic osteoarthritis, but there is also a risk with simpler injuries. The period within which osteoarthritis develops or becomes symptomatic with an indication for treatment could not be specified.
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- Medical Guidelines, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Correspondence should be addressed to W A van Enst;
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Kim JS, Amendola A, Barg A, Baumhauer J, Brodsky JW, Cushman DM, Gonzalez TA, Janisse D, Jurynec MJ, Lawrence Marsh J, Sofka CM, Clanton TO, Anderson DD. Summary Report of the Arthritis Foundation and the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society's Symposium on Targets for Osteoarthritis Research: Part 1: Epidemiology, Pathophysiology, and Current Imaging Approaches. FOOT & ANKLE ORTHOPAEDICS 2022; 7:24730114221127011. [PMID: 36262469 PMCID: PMC9575439 DOI: 10.1177/24730114221127011] [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] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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This first of a 2-part series of articles recounts the key points presented in a collaborative symposium sponsored jointly by the Arthritis Foundation and the American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society with the intent to survey the state of scientific knowledge related to incidence, diagnosis, pathologic mechanisms, and injection treatment options for osteoarthritis (OA) of the foot and ankle. A meeting was held virtually on December 3, 2021. A group of experts were invited to present brief synopses of the current state of knowledge and research in this area. Part 1 overviews areas of epidemiology and pathophysiology, current approaches in imaging, diagnostic and therapeutic injections, and genetics. Opportunities for future research are discussed. The OA scientific community, including funding agencies, academia, industry, and regulatory agencies, must recognize the needs of patients that suffer from arthritis of foot and ankle. The foot and ankle contain a myriad of interrelated joints and tissues that together provide a critical functionality. When this functionality is compromised by OA, significant disability results, yet the foot and ankle are generally understudied by the research community. Level of Evidence: Level V - Review Article/Expert Opinion.
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- Jason S. Kim
- The Arthritis Foundation, Atlanta, GA,
USA,Jason S. Kim, PhD, The Arthritis
Foundation, 1355 Peachtree St NE, Suite 600, Atlanta, GA 30309, USA.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University
of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,
University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA
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- Division of Physical Medicine &
Rehabilitation, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery,
University of South Carolina, Lexington, SC, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Human
Genetics, University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics and
Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA
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- Department of Radiology and Imaging,
Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics and
Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA, USA
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Lai L, Wang Y, Wu Y, Sun N, Li Y, Du H, Gong X. Outcomes of intermediate stage varus ankle arthritis treated by supramalleolar osteotomy. J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) 2022; 30:10225536221132769. [PMID: 36197148 DOI: 10.1177/10225536221132769] [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: 02/07/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the outcomes of intermediate stage varus ankle arthritis treated by supramalleolar osteotomy. METHODS Clinical data of 57 patients with varus arthritis who underwent supramalleolar osteotomy at our hospital between March 2018 and December 2019 were retrospectively analyzed. The patients were grouped according to the Takakura classification, and assessed using the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) Ankle-Hindfoot Score and the Visual Analogue Score (VAS). Tibial anterior surface (TAS) angle and talar tilt (TT) angle were measured at the weight-bearing anteroposterior view. Tibial lateral surface (TLS) angle was measured at the weight-bearing lateral view. The differences in the above indicators of patients with different stages of varus ankle arthritis before and after treatment were analyzed. RESULTS The patients were followed up for an average of 31.9 ± 5.8 months. Upon the last follow-up, the AOFAS score was 84.1 ± 9.7, the VAS score 2.2 ± 1.3, the TAS angle 92.4 ± 5.5°, the TLS angle 79.3 ± 5.3°, and the TT angle 3.7±3.4°, which were significantly different from the preoperative levels (64.2 ± 14.6, 4.5 ± 1.8, 80.5 ± 6.7°, 74.9 ± 4.6°, and 5.2 ± 64.1°, respectively) (p < .05). There were significant differences in AOFAS and VAS scores before surgery and upon the last follow-up in each group (p < .05). The postoperative TT angle was significantly different from the preoperative level in stage IIIb patients (p = .003). CONCLUSIONS Supramalleolar osteotomy achieved good short-to mid-term clinical outcomes for intermediate stage varus ankle arthritis. This procedure could significantly improve the TAS and TLS angles of the patients at any stage and the TT angle of stage IIIb patients.
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- Liangpeng Lai
- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, 66526Beijing Jishuitan Hospital(Fourth Clinical Medical School of Peking University), China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, 66526Beijing Jishuitan Hospital(Fourth Clinical Medical School of Peking University), China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, 66526Beijing Jishuitan Hospital(Fourth Clinical Medical School of Peking University), China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, 66526Beijing Jishuitan Hospital(Fourth Clinical Medical School of Peking University), China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, 66526Beijing Jishuitan Hospital(Fourth Clinical Medical School of Peking University), China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, 66526Beijing Jishuitan Hospital(Fourth Clinical Medical School of Peking University), China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, 66526Beijing Jishuitan Hospital(Fourth Clinical Medical School of Peking University), China
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Knight R, Keene DJ, Dutton SJ, Handley R, Willett K. Radiological malunion after ankle fractures in older adults : definitions and new thresholds derived from clinical outcome data from the AIM trial. Bone Jt Open 2022; 3:841-849. [PMID: 36300624 PMCID: PMC9626854 DOI: 10.1302/2633-1462.310.bjo-2022-0035.r1] [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: 01/24/2023] Open
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AIMS The rationale for exacting restoration of skeletal anatomy after unstable ankle fracture is to improve outcomes by reducing complications from malunion; however, current definitions of malunion lack confirmatory clinical evidence. METHODS Radiological (absolute radiological measurements aided by computer software) and clinical (clinical interpretation of radiographs) definitions of malunion were compared within the Ankle Injury Management (AIM) trial cohort, including people aged ≥ 60 years with an unstable ankle fracture. Linear regressions were used to explore the relationship between radiological malunion (RM) at six months and changes in function at three years. Function was assessed with the Olerud-Molander Ankle Score (OMAS), with a minimal clinically important difference set as six points, as per the AIM trial. Piecewise linear models were used to investigate new radiological thresholds which better explain symptom impact on ankle function. RESULTS Previously described measures of RM and surgeon opinion of clinically significant malunion (CSM) were shown to be related but with important differences. CSM was more strongly related to outcome (-13.9 points on the OMAS; 95% confidence interval (CI) -21.9 to -5.4) than RM (-5.5 points; 95% CI -9.8 to -1.2). Existing malunion thresholds for talar tilt and tibiofibular clear space were shown to be slightly conservative; new thresholds which better explain function were identified (talar tilt > 2.4°; tibiofibular clear space > 6 mm). Based on this new definition the presence of RM had an impact on function, which was statistically significant, but the clinical significance was uncertain (-9.1 points; 95% CI -13.8 to -4.4). In subsequent analysis, RM of a posterior malleolar fracture was shown to have a statistically significant impact on OMAS change scores, but the clinical significance was uncertain (-11.6 points; 95% CI -21.9 to -0.6). CONCLUSION These results provide clinical evidence which supports the previously accepted definitions. Further research to investigate more conservative clinical thresholds for malunion is indicated.Cite this article: Bone Jt Open 2022;3(10):841-849.
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- Ruth Knight
- Oxford Clinical Trials Research Unit, Centre for Statistics in Medicine, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK,Correspondence should be sent to Ruth Knight. E-mail:
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- Kadoorie Centre for Critical Care Research and Education, John Radcliffe Hospital, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Oxford Clinical Trials Research Unit, Centre for Statistics in Medicine, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Oxford Trauma Service, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford, UK
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- Kadoorie Centre for Critical Care Research and Education, John Radcliffe Hospital, Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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Caravelli S, Puccetti G, Vocale E, Di Ponte M, Pungetti C, Baiardi A, Grassi A, Mosca M. Reconstructive Surgery and Joint-Sparing Surgery in Valgus and Varus Ankle Deformities: A Comprehensive Review. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11185288. [PMID: 36142935 PMCID: PMC9504878 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11185288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2022] [Revised: 08/22/2022] [Accepted: 09/02/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Osteoarthritis (OA) of the ankle affects about 1% of the world’s adult population, causing an important impact on patient lives and health systems. Most patients with ankle OA can show an asymmetrical wear pattern with a predominant degeneration of the medial or the lateral portion of the joint. To avoid more invasive ankle joint sacrificing procedures, joint realignment surgery has been developed to restore the anatomy of the joints with asymmetric early OA and to improve the joint biomechanics and symptoms of the patients. This narrative, comprehensive, all-embracing review of the literature has the aim to describe the current concepts of joint preserving and reconstructive surgery in the treatment of the valgus and varus ankle early OA, through an original iconography and clear indications and technical notes.
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- Silvio Caravelli
- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy
- Correspondence:
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy
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- Department Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Ospedale Maggiore “Pizzardi”, 40133 Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy
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- II Clinic of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, 40136 Bologna, Italy
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Yang XQ, Zhang Y, Wang Q, Liang JQ, Liu L, Liang XJ, Zhao HM. Supramalleolar Osteotomy vs Arthrodesis for the Treatment of Takakura 3B Ankle Osteoarthritis. Foot Ankle Int 2022; 43:1185-1193. [PMID: 35658553 DOI: 10.1177/10711007221099183] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [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 To compare the clinical/functional outcomes of supramalleolar osteotomy (SMOT) and ankle arthrodesis (AA) for the treatment of modified Takakura stage 3B ankle osteoarthritis. METHODS Outcomes of 28 SMOT patients and 30 AA patients were reviewed at an average of 50 and 51 months, respectively. The baseline characteristics of the 2 groups were similar. The preoperative tibial articular surface angle and talar tilt angle in the SMOT group were 82.6 and 10 degrees and in the AA group, 83.9 and 9.1 degrees, respectively. The American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle-hindfoot score, visual analog scale (VAS) score, 12-item Short-Form Health Survey (SF-12) mental component summary (MCS) and physical component summary (PCS) scores, range of motion (ROM), radiologic parameters, and complications were compared. RESULTS The AOFAS, VAS, and SF-12 MCS and PCS scores improved significantly postoperatively in both groups (P < .001). The VAS and SF-12 PCS scores indicate marginally better improvement in the AA group (P < .05). The patient satisfaction value (P = .028) and the possibility of repeated surgery value (P = .012) were also significantly higher in the AA group. The early (P = .905) and late (P = .181) complications did not significantly differ between the 2 groups. The reoperation rate was significantly higher in the SMOT group (P = .038). CONCLUSION Both SMOT and AA showed improvements in function, pain, alignment, and quality of life after surgery. Patients in the AA group reported better pain relief, had a lower reoperation rate, and better hindfoot alignment during a short- to mid-term follow-up time. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, retrospective comparative study.
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- Xin-Quan Yang
- Foot and Ankle Surgery Department, Honghui Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China.,Xi'an Medical University, Xi'an, China
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- Foot and Ankle Surgery Department, Honghui Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Foot and Ankle Surgery Department, Honghui Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Foot and Ankle Surgery Department, Honghui Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Foot and Ankle Surgery Department, Honghui Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Foot and Ankle Surgery Department, Honghui Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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- Foot and Ankle Surgery Department, Honghui Hospital of Xi'an Jiaotong University, Xi'an, Shaanxi, China
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Early radiographic outcomes following deltoid ligament repair in bimalleolar equivalent ankle fractures. Foot Ankle Surg 2022; 28:720-725. [PMID: 34493449 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2021.08.007] [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: 04/21/2021] [Revised: 06/30/2021] [Accepted: 08/23/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Indications for deltoid ligament repair in bimalleolar equivalent ankle fractures are unclear. This study compared radiographic outcomes in bimalleolar equivalent ankle fractures undergoing open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) +/- deltoid ligament repair. METHODS A retrospective review of 1024 ankle fractures was performed. Bimalleolar equivalent injuries treated with ORIF +/- deltoid ligament repair were included. Radiographic assessment was performed preoperatively, and at three months postoperatively. RESULTS One hundred and forty-seven ankle fractures met inclusion criteria with 46 undergoing deltoid ligament repairs. There was a significant decrease in medial clear space (1.93 ± 0.65 mm vs. 2.26 ± 0.64 mm, p = 0.01), and tibiofibular clear space (3.89 ± 1.20 mm vs. 4.87 ± 1.37 mm, p = 0.0001) at 3 months postoperative in the deltoid repair group compared to the no repair group. When syndesmotic fixation was performed, there were no differences between groups. CONCLUSION Deltoid ligament repair in bimalleolar equivalent ankle fractures resulted in reduced medial clear space, and tibiofibular clear space in the early postoperative period. These differences were small and remained within established normal limits. LEVEL OF CLINICAL EVIDENCE Level III, retrospective cohort study.
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Herrera-Pérez M, Valderrabano V, Godoy-Santos AL, de César Netto C, González-Martín D, Tejero S. Ankle osteoarthritis: comprehensive review and treatment algorithm proposal. EFORT Open Rev 2022; 7:448-459. [PMID: 35900210 PMCID: PMC9297055 DOI: 10.1530/eor-21-0117] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 10.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Ankle osteoarthritis (OA) is much less frequent than knee or hip OA, but it can be equally disabling, greatly affecting the quality of life of the patients. Approximately 80% of ankle OA is post-traumatic, mainly secondary to malleolar fractures, being another of the main causes untreated in chronic instability. The average age of the patient affected by ankle OA is around 50 years, being therefore active patients and in working age who seek to maintain mobility and remain active. The authors conducted a comprehensive review of the conservative, medical, and surgical treatment of ankle OA. Initial conservative treatment is effective and should be attempted in any stage of OA. From a pharmacological point of view, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and intra-articular infiltrations can produce temporary relief of symptoms. After the failure of conservative-medical treatment, two large groups of surgical treatment have been described: joint-preserving and joint-sacrificing procedures. In the early stages, only periarticular osteotomies have enough evidence to recommend in ankle OA with malalignment. Both ankle arthrodesis and ankle replacement can produce satisfactory functional results if correctly indicated in the final stages of the disease. Finally, the authors propose a global treatment algorithm that can aid in the decision-making process.
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- Mario Herrera-Pérez
- Foot and Ankle Unit, Orthopaedic Department, Hospital Universitario de Canarias, Tenerife, Spain
- Department of Surgery, Universidad de La Laguna, Tenerife, Spain
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- Foot and Ankle Unit, Orthopaedic Department, Schmerzklinik, Basel, Switzerland
- University of Basel, Basel, Switzerland
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- Director of the UIOWA Orthopedic Functional Imaging Research Laboratory (OFIRL), Iowa, USA
- Department of Orthopedic and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa, USA
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- Foot and Ankle Unit, Orthopaedic Department, Hospital Universitario de Canarias, Tenerife, Spain
- Department of Surgery, Universidad de La Laguna, Tenerife, Spain
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- Foot and Ankle Unit, Hospital Universitario Virgen del Rocío, Sevilla, Spain
- Department of Surgery, Universidad de Sevilla, Sevilla, Spain
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Baumfeld D, Baumfeld T, Fernandes Rezende R, Nery C, Guerreiro S. Infinity Ankle Arthroplasty Early Latin-America Experience and Patient Outcomes. Foot Ankle Spec 2022:19386400221097565. [PMID: 35656840 DOI: 10.1177/19386400221097565] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The promising data from Ankle Arthroplasty are consequence of the evolution of instruments and implants. Recent studies have shown good results in the short and intermediate follow-up, in addition to high patient satisfaction. The aim of this study is to present the results obtained with 49 cases treated with the Infinity total ankle prosthesis in 2 South America countries. METHODS This is a case series of 48 patients (27 women and 22 men), treated with 49 Infinity prostheses in Brazil and Colombia. They underwent surgical treatment between April 1, 2016, and January 18, 2020. We used the visual-analogue pain scale (VAS), the AOFAS score for ankle and hindfoot and the measurement of range of motion (ROM) in the pre- and post-surgical period. The radiological evaluation was performed on ankle radiographs in anteroposterior and lateral views, obtained in orthostasis, measuring the parameters suggested by Hintermann. Average follow-up was 4 years. RESULTS VAS reduced from an average of 7.94 to 1.98; AOFAS increased from 28.02 to 83.16 and ROM increased from 11.45 to 28.08. Distal Tibial Slope is higher for higher improvements in VAS and lower for higher improvements in AOFAS and ROM. We observed 4 wound infections, 1 intra-op medial malleolus fracture. No bone cysts, tibial or talar components subsidence, polyethylene component wear or failure were observed. No salvation procedures were required in this series. DISCUSSION This study results corroborates literature data showing great improvements in pain, functional pattern, and movement. CONCLUSION Infinity Ankle Arthroplasty is a safe and reproducible procedure with good outcomes at a short-term follow-up. LEVEL OF EVIDENCES 4 - Case series.
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- UNIFESP, Escola Paulista de Medicina, São Paulo, Brazil
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Kanemitsu M, Nakasa T, Ikuta Y, Ota Y, Sumii J, Nekomoto A, Sakurai S, Adachi N. Characteristic Bone Morphology Change of the Subtalar Joint in Severe Varus Ankle Osteoarthritis. J Foot Ankle Surg 2022; 61:627-632. [PMID: 34823970 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2021.10.026] [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: 02/19/2020] [Revised: 02/10/2021] [Accepted: 10/12/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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The subtalar joint has a possible compensatory mechanism for supramalleolar deformities; the failure of this mechanism causes the progression of ankle osteoarthritis. However, the reason for this failure has not been fully elucidated. This study aimed to evaluate the characteristics of the morphologic changes in the subtalar joint in varus ankle osteoarthritis using computed tomography. The study included 30 patients with severe osteoarthritis (modified Kellgren-Lawrence classification grade ≥ 3; mean age: 68.5 years) and 30 patients without- or with early osteoarthritis (grade 0-1; mean age: 43.0 years) as the control group. The location of cysts, osteophyte formation in the subtalar joint, and thickness of the subchondral bone plate were evaluated. In the osteoarthritis group, cyst formation was observed on the posterolateral side of the posterior facet of the calcaneus in 6 cases (20%) and of the talus in 7 cases (23.3%). Osteophyte formation was observed in the talus in 21 cases (70.0%) and in the calcaneus in 29 cases (96.6%). Osteophyte formation was observed on the posterior or lateral side of the posterior facet, and osteophyte contact between the talus and calcaneus was observed. The subchondral bone plate of the posterior medial side of the posterior facet of the talus was significantly thicker in the osteoarthritis group. The subtalar joint is less affected in severe varus ankle osteoarthritis containing a thickened subchondral bone plate in the posteromedial aspect of the posterior talar facet.
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- Munekazu Kanemitsu
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Hiroshima University, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Japan.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Hiroshima University, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Japan; Medical Center for Translation and Clinical Research, Hiroshima University Hospital, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Hiroshima University, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Hiroshima University, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Hiroshima University, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Hiroshima University, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Hiroshima University, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Hiroshima University, Minami-ku, Hiroshima, Japan
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Hu M, Xu X, Mei J. Ankle joint pressure change before and after subtalar joint arthrodesis in varus and valgus malalignment of the tibia. J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) 2022; 30:10225536221098478. [PMID: 35467445 DOI: 10.1177/10225536221098478] [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: 11/16/2022] Open
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Purpose: The compensation mechanism of subtalar joint in ankle with varus or valgus deformity is controversial and not well established. This biomechanical study aims to investigate how subtalar joint arthrodesis will affect the ankle joint pressure in varus and valgus malalignment of the tibia. Methods: Eight fresh-frozen human cadaver legs were tested in this study. A custom-made fixture was utilized and a total of 600N was applied to simulate weight-bearing. Intra-articular sensors (TeckScan) were inserted in the ankle joint to demonstrate the ankle joint pressure. Conditions include: Neutral, 5°, 10°, 15° and 20° varus, 5°, 10°, 15° and 20° valgus. Results: After the fusion of the subtalar joint, when the tibia is gradually inverted, the inside pressure of the ankle joint gradually increases, and the pressure on the outside of the ankle joint gradually decreases. When the tibia is gradually eversion, the pressure on the outside of the ankle joint gradually increases, and the inside of the ankle joint gradually decreases. Conclusions: After the subtalar joint is fused, the compensatory activity of the subtalar joint disappears, and the regulation of the pressure in the ankle joint will be lost. We hypothesized that the inversion compensation of the subtalar joint is more likely to occur than the eversion compensation.
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- Mu Hu
- School of Medicine, 12476Tongji University, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, 66281Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, China
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- School of Medicine, 12476Tongji University, China.,Department of Orthopedics, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University, China
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Kyung MG, Cho YJ, Lee J, Lee W, Kim DY, Lee DO, Lee DY. Relationship between talofibular impingement and increased talar tilt in incongruent varus ankle osteoarthritis. J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) 2022; 29:23094990211045219. [PMID: 34872417 DOI: 10.1177/23094990211045219] [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: 11/16/2022] Open
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PurposeThis study aimed to evaluate the relationship between talofibular impingement and increased talar tilt in incongruent varus ankle osteoarthritis. Methods: Incongruent varus ankle osteoarthritis was defined as a talar tilt of more than 4° on standard ankle anteroposterior radiographs. We retrospectively reviewed 30 patients with unilateral incongruent varus ankle osteoarthritis with normal alignment of the contralateral ankle. All patients underwent bilateral weightbearing computed tomography and standing plain radiographs. The talar tilt and the distance between the talar lateral process and lateral malleolar tip were measured from a standing ankle anteroposterior radiograph of both sides. Talar and fibular spurs were assessed on the coronal and axial views of weightbearing computed tomography. After simulating the correction of the talar tilt in varus ankle osteoarthritis, talofibular bony impingement was reassessed. Results: On the varus side, the distance between the talar lateral process and the lateral malleolar tip was significantly shorter than that on the contralateral side (p < .001). Talar spur was present in the varus side of all 30 patients on the axial view of weightbearing computed tomography and in the control side of 10 patients. After the simulation of talar tilt correction, talofibular impingement (overlap) occurred in all 30 patients with a larger extent in the severe talar tilt subgroup (p < .001). Conclusion: Talofibular impingement by lateral gutter osteophytes is closely related to increased talar tilt in patients with incongruent varus ankle osteoarthritis. Therefore, lateral gutter osteophytes should be resected to stabilize mortise and improve clinical outcomes.
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- Min Gyu Kyung
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 58927Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 371135Hanil General Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 58927Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 58927Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 65365Inje University Busan Paik Hospital, Busan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 58927Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 58927Seoul National University Hospital, Seoul, Republic of Korea.,58927Seoul National University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Visualization of the distal tibial plafond articular surface using four established approaches and the efficacy of instrumented distraction: a cadaveric study. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2022; 48:4031-4041. [PMID: 35296908 PMCID: PMC9532318 DOI: 10.1007/s00068-022-01927-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2021] [Accepted: 02/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Purpose Direct visualization is a very effective method in accomplishing adequate articular surface reconstruction in fracture repair. This study investigates distal tibial plafond articular surface visibility using the anteromedial, anterolateral, posteromedial, and posterolateral approaches, the effect of instrumented distraction on visibility, and which zones of the articular surface are visible for each approach. Methods The anteromedial, anterolateral, posteromedial, and posterolateral approaches to the distal tibial plafond were performed on 16 cadaveric ankle specimens. The articular surface visualization for each approach was marked using an electrocautery device with manual and instrumented distraction. Articular surface visualization was photographically documented. Digital axial segmentation and quantitative analysis of the visualized distal tibial plafond articular surface were performed. Results With manual distraction, distal tibial plafond articular surface visualization, expressed in percent of overall articular surface, was limited to 9% (SD ± 9) for the anteromedial, 24% (SD ± 18) for the anterolateral, 26% (SD ± 10) for the posteromedial, and 30% (SD ± 18) for the posterolateral approaches. Using instrumented distraction significantly improved articular surface visualization in all instances (p < 0.001). The anteromedial approach visible articular surface increased to 63% (SD ± 13), the anterolateral to 72% (SD ± 22), the posteromedial to 62% (SD ± 11), and the posterolateral to 50% (± 17). Conclusion This study demonstrates the efficacy of instrumented distraction when attempting surgical visualization of the distal tibial plafond articular surface. Knowledge of approach specific articular surface visibility may assist the surgeon in choosing the appropriate approach(es) based on case-specific distal tibial plafond fracture patterns. Level of evidence IV, cadaver study. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s00068-022-01927-w.
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Zeng J, Xu C, Xu G, Wang D, Zhang W, Li H, Gan X, Xiong Y, Li J, Zhang L, Tang P. The Global Status of Research in Ankle Fracture: A Bibliometric and Visualized Study. Front Surg 2022; 9:853101. [PMID: 35360430 PMCID: PMC8963901 DOI: 10.3389/fsurg.2022.853101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2022] [Accepted: 02/16/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background Ankle fractures are common lower extremity fractures that pose a significant economic and social burden. This study analyzed the ankle fracture research literature between 2000 and 2021 to clarify the current status of ankle fracture research and predict future research trends. Methods Publications related to ankle fractures published between 2000 and 2021 were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection. Then Bibliometric analysis and Visualized Study were performed by VOSviewer software. Results A total of 2656 publications were retrieved. The number of publications related to ankle fractures is increasing every year. The top countries and journals in terms of the total number of publications, number of citations, and H-index ranking were USA and foot and ankle int. Lorich DG had the most publications in this field. University of Amsterdam's research group had the biggest number of publications in this field. Co-occurrence analysis clustered the keywords into seven clusters: survival analysis and prognosis study, internal fixation treatment study, treatment study of combined deltoid ligament rupture, treatment study of combined inferior tibiofibular ligament injury, treatment study of posterior ankle fracture, treatment study of postoperative traumatic arthritis of ankle fracture, and treatment study of ankle injury in children. Conclusions The importance of ankle fractures is increasing year by year with the aging process, and the number of publications related to ankle fractures will not continue to increase in the future. Survival and prognosis studies, internal fixation studies, combined deltoid ligament rupture studies, and combined inferior tibiofibular ligament injury studies may become the future research hotspots in the field of ankle fractures.
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- Jianshuang Zeng
- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
- Senior Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing, China
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- Senior Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing, China
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- Senior Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing, China
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- Senior Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing, China
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- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
- Senior Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing, China
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- Senior Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Kunming Medical University, Yanan Hospital, Kunming, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Kunming Medical University, Yanan Hospital, Kunming, China
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- Senior Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing, China
- Jiantao Li
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- Senior Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing, China
- Licheng Zhang
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- School of Medicine, Nankai University, Tianjin, China
- Senior Department of Orthopedics, The Fourth Medical Center of Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing, China
- National Clinical Research Center for Orthopedics, Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Beijing, China
- *Correspondence: Peifu Tang
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Management of posttraumatic ankle arthritis due to tibial plafond fracture is technically demanding. The distal tibial plafond-plasty could be an alternative to preserve the ankle joint for young patients with limited ankle arthritis. The surgical principles are to realign the mechanical axis, reconstruct the articular surface of the distal tibial plafond, and achieve a congruent and stable ankle joint. In addition to the anteroposterior view of the ankle joint, the lateral view was also paramount for surgeons to fully evaluate the reduction quality. The revision procedures are as follows: osteotomy for exposure, articular surface reconstruction, bone grafting, and osteotomy fixation.
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- Xingchen Li
- Department of Orthopaedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, No. 999, Xiwang Road, Jiading District, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine, No. 999, Xiwang Road, Jiading District, Shanghai, China.
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