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Cho WT, Jang JH, Park SR, Sohn HS. Radiographic outcomes and non-union factor analysis in fragmentary segmental femoral shaft fractures (AO/OTA 32C3) treated with reamed antegrade nailing. Sci Rep 2024; 14:8364. [PMID: 38600312 PMCID: PMC11006881 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-59136-x] [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: 02/07/2024] [Accepted: 04/08/2024] [Indexed: 04/12/2024] Open
Abstract
This study retrospectively assessed radiographic outcomes and risk factors associated with non-union in femoral shaft fragmentary segmental fractures (AO/OTA 32C3) treated with reamed antegrade intra-medullary nailing. Radiological outcomes, including union and alignment, were evaluated. The risk factors for non-union were investigated, including demographics and treatment-related characteristics, such as the number of interlocking screws, segmentation length, main third fragment length, distance of the main third fragment, width ratio and exposed nail length in one cortex from immediate post-operative radiographs. Multivariate logistic regression was used for statistical analysis. Among 2295 femoral shaft fracture patients from three level-1 trauma centers, 51 met the inclusion criteria. The radiological union was achieved in 37 patients (73%) with a mean union time of 10.7 ± 4.8 months. The acceptable axial alignment was observed in 30 patients (59%). Multiple logistic regression analysis identified only exposed nail length as a significant risk factor for non-union (odds ratio: 1.599, p = 0.003) and the cut-off value was 19.1 mm (sensitivity, 0.786; specificity, 0.811). The study revealed high rates of non-union (27%) and malalignment (41%). Therefore, patients who underwent intramedullary nailing with an exposed nail length greater than 19.1 mm or about twice the nail diameter should be cautioned of the potential non-union.
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Affiliation(s)
- Won-Tae Cho
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Ajou University Hospital, Suwon, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dong-eui Hospital, Busan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Wonju Severance Christian Hospital, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine, 162 Ilsan-dong, Wonju, 26426, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Wonju Severance Christian Hospital, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine, 162 Ilsan-dong, Wonju, 26426, Republic of Korea.
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Li W, Wang Y, Zhou S, Liu S, Di L, Chen W, Lv H. Development and validation of predictive nomogram for postoperative non-union of closed femoral shaft fracture. Sci Rep 2024; 14:3543. [PMID: 38347044 PMCID: PMC10861573 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-024-53356-x] [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: 06/26/2023] [Accepted: 01/31/2024] [Indexed: 02/15/2024] Open
Abstract
Closed femoral shaft fracture is caused by high-energy injuries, and non-union exists after operation, which can significantly damage patients' body and mind. This study aimed to explore the factors influencing postoperative non-union of closed femoral shaft fractures and establish a predictive nomogram. Patients with closed femoral shaft fractures treated at Hebei Medical University Third Hospital between January 2015 and December 2021 were retrospectively enrolled. A total of 729 patients met the inclusion criteria; of them, those treated in 2015-2019 comprised the training cohort (n = 617), while those treated in 2020-2021 comprised the external validation cohort (n = 112). According to multivariate logistic regression analysis, complex fractures, bone defects, smoking, and postoperative infection were independent risk factors. Based on the factors, a predictive nomogram was constructed and validated. The C-indices in training and external validation cohorts were 0.818 and 0.781, respectively; and the C-index of internal validation via bootstrap resampling was 0.804. The Hosmer-Lemeshow test showed good fit of the nomogram (P > 0.05) consistent with the calibration plot results. The clinical effectiveness was best at a threshold probability of 0.10-0.40 in decision curve analysis. The risk prediction for patients with fractures using this nomogram may aid targeted prevention and rehabilitation programs.
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- Wenjing Li
- Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Hebei Orthopaedic Research Institute, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China
- School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, No.361 Zhongshan East Road, Shijiazhuang, 050017, China
- Trauma Emergency Center, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China
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- Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Hebei Orthopaedic Research Institute, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China
- School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, No.361 Zhongshan East Road, Shijiazhuang, 050017, China
- Trauma Emergency Center, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China
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- Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Hebei Orthopaedic Research Institute, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China
- School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, No.361 Zhongshan East Road, Shijiazhuang, 050017, China
- Trauma Emergency Center, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China
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- Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Hebei Orthopaedic Research Institute, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China
- School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, No.361 Zhongshan East Road, Shijiazhuang, 050017, China
- Trauma Emergency Center, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China
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- Trauma Emergency Center, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China
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- Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Hebei Orthopaedic Research Institute, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China.
- Trauma Emergency Center, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China.
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- Hebei Provincial Key Laboratory of Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Hebei Orthopaedic Research Institute, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China.
- School of Public Health, Hebei Medical University, No.361 Zhongshan East Road, Shijiazhuang, 050017, China.
- Trauma Emergency Center, Hebei Medical University Third Hospital, No. 139 Ziqiang Road, Shijiazhuang, 050051, China.
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