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Rodriguez-Merchan EC, Mosconi M, De la Corte-Rodriguez H, Jannelli E, Pasta G. Total Knee Arthroplasty in People with Hemophilia: Higher Incidence of Periprosthetic Joint Infection and 1-Year Revision/Re-Operation than the General Population and Lower Prosthetic Survival When Early Postoperative Bleeding Complications Occurred: Current Literature Review. J Clin Med 2024; 13:2447. [PMID: 38673720 PMCID: PMC11051197 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13082447] [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: 03/06/2024] [Revised: 04/18/2024] [Accepted: 04/20/2024] [Indexed: 04/28/2024] Open
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The purpose of this narrative review of the recent literature is to analyze the outcomes, complications, and implant survival of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) carried out on people with hemophilia (PWH). It has been shown that TKA substantially alleviates preoperative pain and improves knee function and the patient's quality of life. However, the complication rates of TKA range between 8.5% and 28.7, with postoperative hemarthrosis being the most frequent (7.6%). Besides, when comparing if the TKA was implanted before or after the year 2000, a reduction was found in the rates of periprosthetic joint infection-PJI (6.2% to 3.9%) and aseptic loosening (3.8% to 2.1%). Comparing prosthesis survival between PWH who had suffered early postoperative bleeding complications (EPBC) and patients who did not suffer EBPC, the mean survival duration was 17 years for the EPBC group and 22.1 years for the non-EPBC group. Survival rates were 80% for the EPBC group and 96.4% for the non-EPBC group. Compared to patients without hemophilia, PWH had a substantially higher incidence of PJI (Odds Ratio-OR 1.6) and 1-year revision/re-operation (OR 1.4). In short, although TKA substantially improves the quality of life of PWH, it is an intervention that has a non-negligible percentage of complications. TKA in PWH should preferably be performed only in highly specialized centers for the orthopedic treatment of hemophilia.
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- Emerito Carlos Rodriguez-Merchan
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, La Paz University Hospital-IdiPaz, 28046 Madrid, Spain
- Osteoarticular Surgery Research, La Paz Hospital Institute for Health Research—IdiPAZ-La Paz University Hospital—Autonomous University of Madrid, 28046 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Clinical, Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (M.M.); (E.J.)
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic, IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo Foundation, 27100 Pavia, Italy;
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- Department of Clinical, Surgical, Diagnostic and Pediatric Sciences, University of Pavia, 27100 Pavia, Italy; (M.M.); (E.J.)
- Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic, IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo Foundation, 27100 Pavia, Italy;
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- Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic, IRCCS Policlinico San Matteo Foundation, 27100 Pavia, Italy;
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Santagata D, Abenante A, Squizzato A, Dentali F, Donadini MP, Ageno W, Pabinger I, Tiede A, Ay C. Rates of venous thromboembolism and use of thromboprophylaxis after major orthopedic surgery in patients with congenital hemophilia A or B: a systematic review. J Thromb Haemost 2024; 22:1117-1131. [PMID: 38215910 DOI: 10.1016/j.jtha.2023.12.036] [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] [Received: 10/23/2023] [Revised: 12/17/2023] [Accepted: 12/23/2023] [Indexed: 01/14/2024]
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BACKGROUND Venous thromboembolism (VTE) is a well-recognized complication after total joint replacement (TJR). Persons with hemophilia A or B are considered at low postoperative VTE risk due to their coagulation factor deficiencies, and administering pharmacologic thromboprophylaxis is often considered contraindicated. However, using factor replacement therapy could increase the postoperative VTE risk. OBJECTIVES To analyze best available evidences of VTE rates in persons with hemophilia A or B undergoing lower limb TJR and the use of postoperative pharmacologic thromboprophylaxis. METHODS We systematically screened 4 online biomedical databases to identify studies reporting VTE rates in patients with hemophilia after TJR. Case reports and case series with less than 10 patients were excluded. RESULTS Twenty-six observational studies were included in this systematic review, reporting 1181 TJRs in patients with hemophilia A or B. Eight studies had VTE rates as the primary outcome. Five studies reported screen-detected VTE, while 21 reported symptomatic VTE events. Overall, 17 VTE events were reported (1.4%; 95% CI, 0.9%-2.3%), including 10 (6.6%) after 151 surgeries with postoperative VTE screening and 7 (0.7%) after 1080 surgeries without postoperative screening. Thromboprophylaxis protocols were specified in 21 studies; postoperative thromboprophylaxis was used in 15 (1.3%) surgeries. This information was not available for 29.0% of the analyzed population. CONCLUSION Despite the low thromboprophylaxis use in patients with hemophilia, rates of symptomatic VTE after TJR appeared to be low. We also highlighted the need to better report the thrombotic outcome in persons with hemophilia to face the ongoing changes in the hemophilia landscape.
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- Davide Santagata
- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Research Center on Thromboembolic Disorders and Antithrombotic Therapies, University of Insubria, Varese and Como, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Research Center on Thromboembolic Disorders and Antithrombotic Therapies, University of Insubria, Varese and Como, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Research Center on Thromboembolic Disorders and Antithrombotic Therapies, University of Insubria, Varese and Como, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Research Center on Thromboembolic Disorders and Antithrombotic Therapies, University of Insubria, Varese and Como, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Research Center on Thromboembolic Disorders and Antithrombotic Therapies, University of Insubria, Varese and Como, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, Research Center on Thromboembolic Disorders and Antithrombotic Therapies, University of Insubria, Varese and Como, Italy
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- Clinical Division of Haematology and Haemostaseology, Department of Medicine I, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Department of Hematology, Hemostasis, Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation, Hannover Medical School, Hannover, Germany
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- Clinical Division of Haematology and Haemostaseology, Department of Medicine I, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria.
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Fu H, Peacock C, Wang C, Kader D, Clement N, Asopa V, Sochart D. The effect of HIV prevalence, CD4 counts and disease severity on the outcome of total knee arthroplasty for haemophilic arthropathy: a systematic review and meta-analysis. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY & TRAUMATOLOGY : ORTHOPEDIE TRAUMATOLOGIE 2023; 33:3235-3254. [PMID: 37212914 DOI: 10.1007/s00590-023-03586-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 05/23/2023]
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PURPOSE End-stage knee arthropathy is a recognised complication of haemophilia. It is often treated by total knee arthroplasty (TKA), which is more technically challenging in patients with haemophilia (PwH). It remains unclear what factors may predict implant survivorship and deep infection rate. Therefore, we systematically review the evidence regarding TKA survivorship and infection in PwH, compared to the general population, and determine the important factors influencing survivorship, particularly HIV and CD4 + count. METHODS A systematic literature review was conducted using MEDLINE, EMBASE, and PubMed for studies reporting Kaplan-Meier survivorship for TKA in PwH (PROSPERO CRD42021284644). Meta-analysis was performed for survivorship, and the results compared to < 55-year-olds from the National Joint Registry (NJR). Meta-regression was performed to determine the impact of relevant variables on 10-year survivorship, with a sub-analysis focusing on HIV. RESULTS Twenty-one studies were reviewed, totalling 1338 TKAs (average age 39 years). Implant survivorship for PwH at 5, 10, and 15 years was 94%, 86%, and 76% respectively. NJR-reported survivorship for males < 55 years was 94%, 90%, and 86%. Survivorship improved over time (1973-2018), and correlated inversely with HIV prevalence. Infection rate was 5%, compared to 0.5-1% in the NJR. Infection was not significantly increased with higher HIV prevalence, and CD4 + count had no effect. Complications were inconsistently reported. CONCLUSION Survivorship was similar at 5 years but declined thereafter, and infection rate was six-fold higher. HIV was related to worse survivorship, but not increased infection. Meta-analysis was limited by inconsistent reporting, and standardised reporting is required in future studies.
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- Howell Fu
- Academic Surgical Unit, South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre, Epsom General Hospital, Dorking Road, Epsom, KT18 7EG, UK.
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- Academic Surgical Unit, South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre, Epsom General Hospital, Dorking Road, Epsom, KT18 7EG, UK
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- Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education, Kingston University, Kingston Hill, Kingston upon Thames, Surrey, KT2 7LB, UK
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- Academic Surgical Unit, South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre, Epsom General Hospital, Dorking Road, Epsom, KT18 7EG, UK
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- Academic Surgical Unit, South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre, Epsom General Hospital, Dorking Road, Epsom, KT18 7EG, UK
- Edinburgh Orthopaedics, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, 51 Little France Cres, Old Dalkeith Rd, Edinburgh, EH16 4SA, UK
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- Academic Surgical Unit, South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre, Epsom General Hospital, Dorking Road, Epsom, KT18 7EG, UK
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- Academic Surgical Unit, South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre, Epsom General Hospital, Dorking Road, Epsom, KT18 7EG, UK
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Gao ZZ, Yang H, Liu WB, Xu C, Xiang SC, Wang LC, Mao YJ. Physical therapy for end-stage hemophilic arthropathy: a case report. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2023; 24:916. [PMID: 38012586 PMCID: PMC10680260 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-023-07056-8] [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: 07/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/22/2023] [Indexed: 11/29/2023] Open
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This report introduces a young adult who has been in bed for more than ten years with end-stage hemophilic arthropathy. He didn't have access to factor VIII (FVIII) in the early stage of hemophilia due to the high costs of clotting replacement therapy. As a result, he is experiencing some difficulties, such as joint contracture, muscular atrophy, severe pain, and poor function of cardiopulmonary. He came to visit us for a comprehensive rehabilitation program, and, finally, he achieved the basic goal of self-care in daily life.
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- Zhen-Zhen Gao
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310006, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310006, China
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- Department of Hematology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310006, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310006, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310006, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310006, China
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310006, China.
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Rodriguez-Merchan EC. In the era of primary prophylaxis in hemophilia, what types of orthopedic surgical interventions have been published in the 2020-2023 period and in which countries? Expert Rev Hematol 2023; 16:1077-1085. [PMID: 37975720 DOI: 10.1080/17474086.2023.2285979] [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] [Received: 08/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/16/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Primary prophylaxis has significantly reduced the number of orthopedic surgical procedures performed on patients with hemophilia (PWH) worldwide. However, studies on orthopedic surgery in PWH are still being published in the medical literature. AREAS COVERED The aim of this article is to determine the types of orthopedic surgical interventions in PWH published between 2020 and 2023 and the countries in which they are published. EXPERT OPINION The following orthopedic surgical procedures are still performed on PWH: total knee, ankle, elbow and hip arthroplasty, ankle fusion, ankle distraction, and the surgical removal of hemophilic pseudotumors. The countries in which articles on orthopedic surgery in hemophilia have been published in the period 2000-2023 include China (14 articles); Republic of Korea and U.S.A. (3 articles each); Germany, Italy, Japan, Poland and Turkey (2 articles each); and 1 article each in the following countries: Austria, Belgium, Chile, France, Ireland, New Zealand, Russia, and The Netherlands. These data suggest that primary prophylaxis should be improved and extended to all patients globally.
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Rodriguez-Merchan EC, De la Corte-Rodriguez H, Alvarez-Roman T, Gomez-Cardero P, Encinas-Ullan CA, Jimenez-Yuste V. Complications and Implant Survival of Total Knee Arthroplasty in People with Hemophilia. J Clin Med 2022; 11:6244. [PMID: 36362472 PMCID: PMC9658035 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11216244] [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: 09/19/2022] [Revised: 10/21/2022] [Accepted: 10/21/2022] [Indexed: 08/29/2023] Open
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Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a commonly used option in advanced stages of knee arthropathy in people with hemophilia (PWH). The objective of this article is to determine what the complication rates and implant survival rates in PWH are in the literature. A literature search was carried out in PubMed (MEDLINE), Cochrane Library, Web of Science, Embase and Google Scholar utilizing the keywords "hemophilia TKA complications" on 20 October 2022. It was found that the rate of complications after TKA in PWH is high (range 7% to 30%), although it has improved during the last two decades, possibly due to better perioperative hematologic treatment. However, prosthetic survival at 10 years has not changed substantially, being in the last 30 years approximately 80% to 90% taking as endpoint the revision for any reason. Survival at 20 years taking as endpoint the revision for any reason is 60%. It is possible that with a precise perioperative control of hemostasis in PWH, the percentage of complications after TKA can be diminished.
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- Emerito Carlos Rodriguez-Merchan
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, La Paz University Hospital-IdiPaz, 28046 Madrid, Spain
- Osteoarticular Surgery Research, Hospital La Paz Institute for Health Research—IdiPAZ (La Paz University Hospital—Autonomous University of Madrid), 28046 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Hematology, La Paz University Hospital-IdiPaz, 28046 Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Hematology, La Paz University Hospital-IdiPaz, 28046 Madrid, Spain
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Wang R, Wang Z, Gu Y, Zhang J, Wang P, Tong P, Lv S. Total knee arthroplasty in patients with haemophilic arthropathy is effective and safe according to the outcomes at a mid-term follow-up. J Orthop Traumatol 2022; 23:31. [PMID: 35819639 PMCID: PMC9276882 DOI: 10.1186/s10195-022-00648-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2021] [Accepted: 06/12/2022] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Haemophilic arthropathy (HA), a common complication of haemophilia, is secondary to recurrent joint bleeding and increases the prevalence of end-stage osteoarthritis (OA). Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a reliable treatment for haemophilia patients. This study was performed to evaluate the mid-term outcomes of TKA for end-stage HA. We hypothesized that the rate of complications of TKA is higher for patients with haemophilia than for patients without haemophilia. METHODS Patients with HA undergoing TKA from January 2015 to December 2016 in our centre were retrospectively reviewed. All patients were managed by a multidisciplinary team. The improvements in flexion contracture, range of motion (ROM), Knee Society Score (KSS; clinical and functional), Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) score, and satisfaction at final follow-up were analysed to evaluate the effectiveness of TKA in HA. The complications were analysed to evaluate the safety of TKA in HA. RESULTS Twenty-eight patients (32 knees) were included in the study. The follow-up was 69.1 ± 5.1 months. Significant differences between the preoperative and final follow-up values of flexion contracture (which changed from 21.1 ± 6.5° to 14.3 ± 4.1°, P < 0.001), ROM (from 53.9 ± 15.0° to 70.3 ± 16.3°, P < 0.001), clinical KSS (from 33.5 ± 14.4° to 62.7 ± 9.5°, P < 0.001), functional KSS (from 46.1 ± 15.5° to 62.9 ± 9.7°, P < 0.001), and VAS score (from 6.8 ± 1.4 to 4.9 ± 1.3, P < 0.01) were observed. Importantly, the incidence of complications was 15.6% and the satisfaction was 100% in our mid-term study. CONCLUSION Under elaborative and comprehensive management, TKA is effective and safe in patients with advanced HA on the basis of mid-term follow-up outcomes.
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- Rui Wang
- Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Shi's Center of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Shuguang Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China.,Institute of Traumatology & Orthopedics, Shanghai Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Shanghai, China
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- Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang, Chinese Medical University, 54 Youdian Road, Hangzhou, 310006, Zhejiang Province, China
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- The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang, Chinese Medical University, 54 Youdian Road, Hangzhou, 310006, Zhejiang Province, China.
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Fenelon C, Murphy EP, Fahey EJ, Murphy RP, O'Connell NM, Queally JM. Total Knee Arthroplasty in Hemophilia: Survivorship and Outcomes-A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Arthroplasty 2022; 37:581-592.e1. [PMID: 34756977 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2021.10.015] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/05/2021] [Revised: 10/16/2021] [Accepted: 10/21/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Patients with hemophilia (PWHs) may experience spontaneous or traumatic bleeding episodes. Recurrent bleeding can lead to end-stage hemophilic arthropathy and total knee replacement (TKR) provides an effective treatment. The aim of this study is to investigate outcomes in PWHs who undergo TKR. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis was performed according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. Study outcomes included patient-reported functional outcomes, implant survivorship, and complications. Subgroup analysis was performed assessing the effect of recombinant prophylaxis medication by comparing studies that included only TKRs performed after the year 2000 (period A), to those that included TKRs before 2000 (period B). RESULTS Twenty-eight studies were included, with a total of 1210 TKRs performed in 917 PWHs. The mean age of patients was 38.5 years (standard deviation 5.1) with a mean length of follow-up of 7.1 years (standard deviation 2.9). The total complication rate was 28.7%, with 19.3% requiring a further procedure. Hospital for Special Surgery Knee Score improved by 44.6 points (confidence interval 38.9-50.4) and Knee Society Score function improved by 35.9 points (confidence interval 30.1-41.8). Total range of motion improved by 22.3°. The most common complication was post-operative hemarthrosis (7.6%, 92 TKRs). Deep infection (6.2% vs 3.9%) and aseptic loosening (3.8% vs 2.1%) rates fell between period B and period A. CONCLUSION TKR in PWHs is a successful procedure improving function, reducing pain, and improving range of motion. PWHs undergo TKR at a younger age and have a higher risk of complications, though contemporary treatment has reduced these risks. PWHs can expect similar survivorship to the general population.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cork University Hospital, Cork, Ireland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. James's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Health Research Board Clinical Research Facility, National University of Ireland Galway (NUIG), Galway, Ireland
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- National Coagulation Centre, Department of Haematology, St. James's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St. James's Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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Rodriguez-Merchan EC, De la Corte-Rodriguez H, Alvarez-Roman T, Gomez-Cardero P, Encinas-Ullan CA, Jimenez-Yuste V. Total knee arthroplasty in hemophilia: lessons learned and projections of what's next for hemophilic knee joint health. Expert Rev Hematol 2022; 15:65-82. [PMID: 35041571 DOI: 10.1080/17474086.2022.2030218] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The purpose of this article has been to review the literature on total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in people with hemophilia (PWH), to mention the lessons we have learned from our own experience and to try to find out what the future of this type of surgery will be. AREAS COVERED A Cochrane Library and PubMed (MEDLINE) search of studies related to TKA PWH was analyzed. In PWH, the complication rate after TKA can be up to 31.5%. These include infection (7.1%) and bleeding in the form of hematoma, hemarthrosis or popliteal artery injury (8.9%). In a meta-analysis the revision arthroplasty rate was 6.3%. One-stage or two-stage revision arthroplasty due to infection (septic loosening) is not always successful despite providing correct treatment (both hematological and surgical). In fact, the risk of prosthetic re-infection is about 10%. It is necessary to perform a re-revision arthroplasty, which is a high-risk and technically difficult surgery that can sometimes end in knee arthrodesis or above-the-knee amputation of the limb. EXPERT OPINION TKA (both primary and revision) should be performed in centers specialized in orthopedic surgery and rehabilitation (knee) and hematology (hemophilia), and with optimal coordination between the medical team.
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- E Carlos Rodriguez-Merchan
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, La Paz University Hospital-IdiPaz, Madrid, Spain.,Osteoarticular Surgery Research, Hospital La Paz Institute for Health Research - IdiPAZ (La Paz University Hospital - Autonomous University of Madrid), Madrid, Spain
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Rodriguez-Merchan EC. Hemophilic arthropathy: a teaching approach devoted to hemophilia treaters in under-development countries. Expert Rev Hematol 2021; 14:887-896. [PMID: 34482789 DOI: 10.1080/17474086.2021.1977118] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Arthropathy is the characteristic injury of hemophilia, primarily occurring in the elbows, knees, and ankles. The aim of this review is a teaching approach devoted to hemophilia treaters in under-development countries. AREAS COVERED Current major challenges include the absence of the following therapeutic tools for all people with hemophilia (PWH) worldwide: hematological prophylaxis; well-coordinated multidisciplinary teams in specialized centers; joint aspiration of acute hemarthrosis; point-of-care ultrasonography (POC-US); exercise; treatment of synovitis by means of radiosynovectomy; treatment of mild hemophilic arthropathy with analgesics, anti-inflammatory agents, and rehabilitation medicine; intra-articular injections of corticosteroids, hyaluronic acid, platelet-rich plasma, and mesenchymal stem cells; and treatment of severe hemophilic arthropathy by surgical treatment. The future scenario in under-development countries should include all the aforementioned treatment tools plus the possibility of performing total joint arthroplasty in PWH with inhibitors; concomitant use of bypassing agents with emicizumab for PWH with inhibitors undergoing orthopedic surgery; and telemedicine. EXPERT OPINION Primary hematological prophylaxis is now the gold standard for the management of hemophilia. Acute hemarthrosis needs intense hematological management and articular aspiration; the articular situation should be scrutinized by POC-US. Synovitis can be controlled by radiosynovectomy. In cases of severe articular degeneration, surgical procedures might be required.
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- E Carlos Rodriguez-Merchan
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, La Paz University Hospital-IdiPaz, Madrid, Spain.,Osteoarticular Surgery Research, La Paz University Hospital Institute for Health Research - IdiPAZ (La Paz University Hospital - Autonomous University of Madrid), Madrid, Spain
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