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Lee SH, Lee YK, Kim DH, An JH. Surgical treatment of tardy ulnar nerve palsy due to non-neurogenic heterotopic ossification in the elbow. Medicine (Baltimore) 2024; 103:e38878. [PMID: 39029012 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000038878] [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] [Indexed: 07/21/2024] Open
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Heterotopic ossification (HO) is characterized by the formation of pathological bone within the soft tissues. HO predominantly affects elbow joints and may be accompanied by tardy ulnar nerve palsy. This study aimed to explore the clinical and functional outcomes of patients with tardy ulnar nerve palsy caused by HO following surgical treatment, with a review of the relevant literature. A retrospective study was conducted on 4 patients with tardy ulnar nerve palsy caused by HO, who underwent anterior subcutaneous ulnar nerve transposition between 2015 and 2020. The patients were followed up for more than 1 year and the cause of HO was also identified. Clinical and functional outcomes were evaluating using the grip strength and pinch strength, visual analog scale (VAS) pain score and Quick disabilities of the arm, shoulder and hand (DASH) score. The causes of HO were repetitive micro-trauma in 1 case and excessive physical or rehabilitation therapy in 3 cases. The average follow-up period was 15.6 months (range; 12-21 months). The grip strength increased from an average of 14kg to 26.5kg. The pinch strength increased from an average of 1.5 kg to 3.63 kg. The Quick DASH score decreased from an average of 55.6 to 6.15. The VAS score for pain decreased from an average of 7 to 0.25. Rapid surgical treatment, including removal of the heterotopic bone and ulnar nerve anterior transposition, might improve outcomes in patients with tardy ulnar nerve palsy caused by HO.
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- Se Hwan Lee
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Research Institute of Clinical Medicine of Jeonbuk National University - Biomedical Research Institute of Jeonbuk National University Hospital, Jeonju, Jeonbuk, Republic of Korea
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Qi Wang, Jiang Peng, Aiyuan Wang, Wenjing Xu, Jinshu Tang, Jinshu Tang. Treatment and rehabilitation of post-traumatic elbow stiffness with heterotopic ossification. J Plast Surg Hand Surg 2024; 59:18-23. [PMID: 38311891 DOI: 10.2340/jphs.v59.18363] [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: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 11/21/2023] [Indexed: 02/06/2024]
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AIM To investigate surgical treatment, postoperative rehabilitation and prevention of heterotopic ossification (HO) in patients with post-traumatic elbow stiffness. METHODS We performed a retrospective review of patients with post-traumatic elbow stiffness combined with HO between 2007 and 2021. This study was performed on a total of 15 patients (18 elbows) admitted to our hospital, consisting of 12 males and 3 females, with post-traumatic stiffness of the elbow combined with HO, where elbow function could not be recovered by rehabilitation and orthosis treatment. Fifteen patients were treated by surgical excision of heterotopic bones and release of elbow contracture combined with postoperative rehabilitation and orthosis-wearing. Comprehensive treatments, including radiation, oral ibuprofen medication, and manipulation techniques to improve range of motion, were used to prevent HO recurrence. The flexion-extension arc and functional score of the elbow were measured after treatment and compared with the preoperative measurements. Roentgenography was used to observe HO recurrence. RESULTS After surgical treatment and postoperative rehabilitation, the patients' range of motion improved, and the functional score improved considerably. The postoperative flexion-extension arc and The Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) functional score were statistically significantly higher than the preoperative values (p < 0.01). Roentgenographic examination showed no HO recurrence during the follow-up period. CONCLUSION Surgical excision of heterotopic bones and elbow contracture release combined with postoperative rehabilitation and preventative HO measures can be an effective treatment for cases of post-traumatic elbow stiffness combined with HO, for which conservative treatment is ineffective.
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- Qi Wang
- Jinzhou Medical University, Jinzhou, Liaoning, 121011, China; Rehabilitation Center, Beijing Rehabilitation Hospital Affiliated to Capital Medical University, Beijing,100144, China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, BeijInstitute of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, Beijing, 100853, Chinaing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, Beijing, 100853, China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, Beijing, 100853, China
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- Institute of Orthopedics, Chinese PLA General Hospital, Beijing Key Laboratory of Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics, Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Trauma & War Injuries PLA, Beijing, 100853
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA Gen Hospital, Beijing, 100048, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Fourth Medical Center, Chinese PLA Gen Hospital, Beijing, 100048, China.
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Kontokostopoulos AP, Gkiatas I, Vasileiadis GI, Flevas D, Tsirigkakis SE, Kosmas D, Kostas-Agnantis I, Pakos E, Gelalis I, Korompilias A. Heterotopic Ossification around the Elbow Revisited. Life (Basel) 2023; 13:2358. [PMID: 38137958 PMCID: PMC10744911 DOI: 10.3390/life13122358] [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: 10/10/2023] [Revised: 10/31/2023] [Accepted: 12/13/2023] [Indexed: 12/24/2023] Open
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Heterotopic ossification (HO) is the process of ectopic bone formation in the periarticular soft tissues and is usually formed in the elbow, hip and knee joint as a complication of trauma, burns, brain injury or surgical procedures. The development of HO around the elbow joint can cause a severe limitation of range of motion (ROM) and may affect daily activities of the patient. Treatment of ectopic bone formation around the elbow is a challenge for many surgeons. Non-operative treatment usually fails to restore the ROM of the elbow joint; thus, surgery is necessary to restore the function of the joint. In the past, many surgeons suggested that a delayed excision of HO, until maturation of the ectopic bone, is the best option in order to avoid any possible recurrence. However, many authors now suggest that this delay may lead to complications such as muscular atrophy and formation of soft tissue contractures that can cause a greater impairment of elbow function; thus, early excision is a better option and can better restore the elbow ROM. We performed a literature research of articles that investigated which is the best time of HO excision and we also evaluated if the tethering effect of HO can lead to a greater impairment of the elbow function. We found numerous studies suggesting that a limitation in ROM of the elbow can appear from the tethering of the ectopic bone formation and not only from primary HO. Concerning the HO excision, there were no significant differences between patients who underwent delayed and early excision, concerning the recurrence rate of HO around the elbow. Patients who underwent early excision had better restoration of elbow ROM; thus, early excision, combined with a rehabilitation program, is reported to be the best option for these patients.
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- Aristeidis-Panagiotis Kontokostopoulos
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Ioannina, 451 10 Ioannina, Greece; (I.G.); (S.E.T.); (D.K.); (I.K.-A.); (E.P.); (I.G.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Ioannina, 451 10 Ioannina, Greece; (I.G.); (S.E.T.); (D.K.); (I.K.-A.); (E.P.); (I.G.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, University Hospital of Ioannina, 451 10 Ioannina, Greece;
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- Arthroscopy & Orthopaedic Surgery Department, Metropolitan Hospital, Neo Faliro, 185 47 Pireas, Greece;
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Ioannina, 451 10 Ioannina, Greece; (I.G.); (S.E.T.); (D.K.); (I.K.-A.); (E.P.); (I.G.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Ioannina, 451 10 Ioannina, Greece; (I.G.); (S.E.T.); (D.K.); (I.K.-A.); (E.P.); (I.G.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Ioannina, 451 10 Ioannina, Greece; (I.G.); (S.E.T.); (D.K.); (I.K.-A.); (E.P.); (I.G.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Ioannina, 451 10 Ioannina, Greece; (I.G.); (S.E.T.); (D.K.); (I.K.-A.); (E.P.); (I.G.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Ioannina, 451 10 Ioannina, Greece; (I.G.); (S.E.T.); (D.K.); (I.K.-A.); (E.P.); (I.G.); (A.K.)
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, University of Ioannina, 451 10 Ioannina, Greece; (I.G.); (S.E.T.); (D.K.); (I.K.-A.); (E.P.); (I.G.); (A.K.)
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Bryarly J, Kowalske K. Long-Term Outcomes in Burn Patients. Surg Clin North Am 2023; 103:505-513. [PMID: 37149386 DOI: 10.1016/j.suc.2023.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/08/2023]
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Better understanding of long-term outcomes after burn injury is essential for the burn clinician. Contractures are present in almost half of patients at discharge. Although less common, neuropathy and heterotopic ossification may be missed or go unaddressed. Close attention to psychological distress and to challenges with community reentry is essential. Obviously long-term problems with skin issues occur but other issues must be attended to maximize health and quality of life after injury. Facilitating access to community resources and providing long-term medical follow-up should be the standard of care.
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- Julia Bryarly
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75235-9055, USA
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- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Center, 5323 Harry Hines Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75235-9055, USA.
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Akhavan AA, Catterall LC, Deune EG. Bony Cubital Tunnel Syndrome: A Case Report of Heterotopic Ossification Causing Circumferential Ulnar Nerve Encasement at the Elbow and Review of Current Management. Ann Plast Surg 2023; 90:41-46. [PMID: 36534099 DOI: 10.1097/sap.0000000000003337] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND Heterotopic ossification (HO) is a rare but known complication of brain and nerve trauma, orthopedic trauma, and burns. Nerve compression due to HO is extremely rare; "bony cubital tunnel syndrome," or compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow due to HO, is an unusual presentation that requires special considerations for treatment. CASE PRESENTATION We present a 50-year-old man who presented to our hospital after vehicular polytrauma with associated car fire and prolonged extrication. He experienced extensive trauma, with all classically described risks for HO. He developed bony cubital tunnel syndrome, with ulnar neuropathy confirmed on electrodiagnostic studies, and underwent surgical decompression. Surgical decompression revealed circumferential encasement of the ulnar nerve in heterotopic bone, all of which was removed. He demonstrates appropriate recovery of nerve function. LITERATURE REVIEW All perineural HO should be excised early to prevent nerve injury, because excision within 4 months of development is linked to improved functional outcomes. Measures to prevent nerve compression by HO are all associated with delayed wound or bone healing and should be considered on an individual basis.
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- Arya Andre Akhavan
- From the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York, NY
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Xu Y, Huang M, He W, He C, Chen K, Hou J, Huang M, Jiao Y, Liu R, Zou N, Liu L, Li C. Heterotopic Ossification: Clinical Features, Basic Researches, and Mechanical Stimulations. Front Cell Dev Biol 2022; 10:770931. [PMID: 35145964 PMCID: PMC8824234 DOI: 10.3389/fcell.2022.770931] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2021] [Accepted: 01/03/2022] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Heterotopic ossification (HO) is defined as the occurrence of extraskeletal bone in soft tissue. Although this pathological osteogenesis process involves the participation of osteoblasts and osteoclasts during the formation of bone structures, it differs from normal physiological osteogenesis in many features. In this article, the primary characteristics of heterotopic ossification are reviewed from both clinical and basic research perspectives, with a special highlight on the influence of mechanics on heterotopic ossification, which serves an important role in the prophylaxis and treatment of HO.
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- Yili Xu
- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China
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- Department of Endocrinology, Endocrinology Research Center, The Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, Changsha, China.,National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Disorders (Xiangya Hospital), Changsha, China.,Key Laboratory of Organ Injury, Aging and Regenerative Medicine of Hunan Province, Changsha, China
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Burn-induced heterotopic ossification from incidence to therapy: key signaling pathways underlying ectopic bone formation. Cell Mol Biol Lett 2021; 26:34. [PMID: 34315404 PMCID: PMC8313878 DOI: 10.1186/s11658-021-00277-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2021] [Accepted: 07/20/2021] [Indexed: 01/02/2023] Open
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Burn injury is one of the potential causes of heterotopic ossification (HO), which is a rare but debilitating condition. The incidence ranges from 3.5 to 5.6 depending on body area. Burns that cover a larger percentage of the total body surface area (TBSA), require skin graft surgeries, or necessitate pulmonary intensive care are well-researched risk factors for HO. Since burns initiate such complex pathophysiological processes with a variety of molecular signal changes, it is essential to focus on HO in the specific context of burn injury to define best practices for its treatment. There are numerous key players in the pathways of burn-induced HO, including neutrophils, monocytes, transforming growth factor-β1-expressing macrophages and the adaptive immune system. The increased inflammation associated with burn injuries is also associated with pathway activation. Neurological and calcium-related contributions are also known. Endothelial-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT) and vascularization are known to play key roles in burn-induced HO, with hypoxia-inducible factor-1 (HIF-1) and vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) as potential initiators. Currently, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and radiotherapy are effective prophylaxes for HO. Limited joint motion, ankylosis and intolerable pain caused by burn-induced HO can be effectively tackled via surgery. Effective biomarkers for monitoring burn-induced HO occurrence and bio-prophylactic and bio-therapeutic strategies should be actively developed in the future.
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