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Demir Benli M, Arslan B. Ozone Therapy for a Soccer Player With Osteitis Pubis: A Case Report. J Sport Rehabil 2024; 33:297-300. [PMID: 38460508 DOI: 10.1123/jsr.2023-0087] [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: 03/21/2023] [Revised: 01/17/2024] [Accepted: 01/25/2024] [Indexed: 03/11/2024]
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CONTEXT Osteitis pubis (OP), which occurs as a result of excessive use of the symphysis pubis and parasymphysis bones, is more common in long-distance runners and kicking athletes, especially football players. Due to the poor results of commonly used treatments for OP, there is a need for investigation of more effective treatments, such as ozone therapy. Ozone therapy is used to treat a variety of diseases, including musculoskeletal conditions. CASE PRESENTATION A 30-year-old amateur soccer player diagnosed with OP received conservative treatment with traditional physiotherapy and analgesic medications. After 6 months and no resolution of symptoms, the patient presented to the sports medicine outpatient clinic seeking alternative therapy options. MANAGEMENT AND OUTCOMES The patient received ozone injections in 3 sessions administered at 10-day intervals. At 1, 3, 6 and 12 months after the treatment, the patient's complaints and pain levels were re-evaluated and examined. The patient was able to return to competition at the same level after the first injection. No recurrence was revealed at a minimum of 12 months of follow-up. CONCLUSION In this article, we present a case in which OP was successfully treated with ozone injection.
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- Merve Demir Benli
- Department of Sports Medicine, Specialist of Sports Medicine, Izmir Katip Celebi University, Atatürk Education and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Specialist of Medical Ecology and Hydroclimatology, Izmir Katip Celebi University, Atatürk Education and Research Hospital, Izmir, Turkey
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Jiang D, Wang X, Dlixiat A, Ma L, Xu Z, Sun G, Jia R, Wu Y, Zhang Y. Comparison of two surgical interventions for advanced stages pubis and pubic symphysis tuberculosis in adults: A retrospective study of 33 cases. Injury 2023; 54:111155. [PMID: 37919114 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2023.111155] [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: 03/30/2023] [Revised: 10/16/2023] [Accepted: 10/23/2023] [Indexed: 11/04/2023]
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PURPOSE To compare the clinical efficacy of two surgical interventions in treating advanced stages TB of the pubis and pubic symphysis. METHODS Between June 2010 and January 2020, 33 cases of the advanced pubis and pubic symphysis TB were treated with a one-stage debridement procedure (debridement only group, n = 15) or a one-stage debridement with bone grafting and plate fixation procedure (debridement + plating group, n = 18). The visual analog scale (VAS) score, erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR), C-reactive protein (CRP), operation time, intraoperative blood loss, complications, time of bone graft fusion, and improvement in the mental component summary (MCS) and physical component summary (PCS) of Short Form-36 (SF-36) were compared and analyzed. RESULTS All patients were followed for 24.9 (SD 1.6) months. All patients were completely cured of the pubis and pubic symphysis TB with no recurrence. There were no significant differences (P >0.05) between the two groups in terms of age, follow-up period and intraoperative blood loss. The post-operative VAS scores, ESR and CRP levels, PCS and MCS scores of two groups significantly improved compared to pre-therapy. The mean operation time in debridement + plating group was 140.9 (43.2) min, which was significantly longer than in debridement only group [94.9(21.8) min, P < 0.01]. The final follow-up (FFU) indices of the VAS score in debridement only group were higher than those in debridement + plating group [1.9 (0.8) vs 1.3 (0.5), P=0.012]. A satisfactory average bony fusion time of 12.2 (3.3) months was achieved in debridement + plating group . CONCLUSIONS A one-stage debridement, bone grafting, and reconstruction plate fixation procedure achieved reconstruction of the integrity and stability of the pelvic ring, pain relief, and rapid cure of bone TB. This procedure is a safe and effective treatment option for advanced pubis and pubic symphysis TB.
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- Dingyu Jiang
- Department of Spine Surgery and Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China; Hunan Engineering Laboratory of Advanced Artificial Osteo-Materials, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan, 410008, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery and Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China; Hunan Engineering Laboratory of Advanced Artificial Osteo-Materials, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan, 410008, China.
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Eighth Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, No.106 Yan 'an Road, Tianshan District, Urumqi city, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region 830049, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, The Eighth Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University, No.106 Yan 'an Road, Tianshan District, Urumqi city, Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region 830049, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery and Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China; Hunan Engineering Laboratory of Advanced Artificial Osteo-Materials, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan, 410008, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery and Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China; Hunan Engineering Laboratory of Advanced Artificial Osteo-Materials, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan, 410008, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery and Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China; Hunan Engineering Laboratory of Advanced Artificial Osteo-Materials, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan, 410008, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery and Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China; Hunan Engineering Laboratory of Advanced Artificial Osteo-Materials, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan, 410008, China
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- Department of Spine Surgery and Orthopaedics, Xiangya Hospital of Central South University, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan 410008, China; Hunan Engineering Laboratory of Advanced Artificial Osteo-Materials, 87# Xiangya Road, Changsha, Hunan, 410008, China
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Smani S, Reddy S, Kong V, Kellner D. Osteitis pubis following holmium laser enucleation of the prostate. BMJ Case Rep 2023; 16:e257637. [PMID: 37832974 PMCID: PMC10583065 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2023-257637] [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] [Indexed: 10/15/2023] Open
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Osteitis pubis is a rare, inflammatory condition involving the pubic symphysis. While osteitis pubis has been reported following many urological procedures, including those addressing bladder outlet obstruction such as transurethral resection of the prostate, it has never been reported after holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP). Here, we detail the clinical course of a patient found to have osteitis pubis following HoLEP. This patient presented several weeks after surgery with non-specific, persistent symptoms of groin pain and difficulty ambulating, alerting our clinicians to consider osteitis pubis which was confirmed on MRI of the pelvis. While the majority of osteitis pubis cases are managed with locally invasive techniques, our patient's symptoms were successfully managed conservatively with Foley catheter placement, oral antibiotics and close follow-up. At 9 months postoperative, the patient has reported complete resolution of symptoms and continues to be followed closely.
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- Shayan Smani
- Department of Urology, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Urology, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Urology, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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- Department of Urology, Yale New Haven Hospital, New Haven, Connecticut, USA
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Kim N, Hance F, Barsi J. Septic Arthritis of the Pubic Symphysis in a 16-Year-Old Male Adolescent: A Case Report. JBJS Case Connect 2023; 13:01709767-202312000-00038. [PMID: 38048409 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.cc.23.00475] [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: 12/06/2023]
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CASE A 16-year-old male adolescent presented with 4 weeks of right-sided hip pain and fever in the setting of recent groin trauma. He was diagnosed with septic arthritis of the pubic symphysis (SAPS) and was treated nonoperatively with antibiotics. Symptoms recurred, and he underwent surgical drainage of the pubic symphysis followed by a prolonged course of antibiotics. Follow-up at 12 months indicated complete symptom resolution. CONCLUSION This is the ninth reported adolescent case of SAPS. Although the presentation and disease course closely resembled those reported in the literature, this is the only case that required surgical intervention after failed nonoperative management.
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- Noah Kim
- Department of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery, Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook, New York
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Covey CJ, Knobloch AC, Kim AR. Hip Pain in an Athlete. Curr Sports Med Rep 2023; 22:313-319. [PMID: 37678350 DOI: 10.1249/jsr.0000000000001098] [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: 09/09/2023]
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ABSTRACT Hip pain is a common complaint in sports, and narrowing the differential diagnosis can be difficult. Many etiologies are secondary to overuse and respond well to nonsurgical treatment. The increased use of point-of-care ultrasound has helped provide timely and accurate diagnoses and some guided treatments. The hip is in close proximity to the abdomen and pelvis, and clinicians should be familiar with nonmusculoskeletal pain generators. This article is a comprehensive review of hip pain etiologies in athletes.
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- Carlton J Covey
- Uniformed Services University, Family and Sports Medicine, Travis AFB, CA
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Lahuerta-Martín S, Robles-Pérez R, Hernando-Garijo I, Jiménez-Del-Barrio S, Hernández-Lázaro H, Mingo-Gómez MT, Ceballos-Laita L. The effectiveness of non-surgical interventions in athletes with groin pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Sports Sci Med Rehabil 2023; 15:81. [PMID: 37430335 DOI: 10.1186/s13102-023-00684-6] [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: 03/03/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Groin pain is a common pathology among athletes, presenting pain and a reduced range of motion (ROM) as clinical characteristics. Passive physical therapy (PPT) and exercise therapy (ET) interventions are chosen firstly before surgery. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was: (i) to qualitative review the effects of each non-surgical intervention; (ii) to quantitative compare the effects of PPTs plus ET intervention to ET in isolation in pain intensity, and hip ROM in athletes with groin pain. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis was conducted. Pubmed, PEDro, Web of science, Scopus and Cochrane library were searched. Randomized controlled trials comparing PPT plus ET to ET interventions were included. The methodological quality and risk of bias of the included studies, were assessed with the PEDro scale and the Cochrane risk-of-bias tool. To assess the certainty of evidence the GRADEpro GDT was used. Meta-analyses were conducted using RevMan 5.4 using mean difference analysis to assess the variables pain intensity and hip ROM. RESULTS A total of 175 studies was identified from the consulted databases. Five studies were included for systematic- review, from which three studies were meta-analyzed. The methodological quality of the included studies ranged from poor to high. ET compared to PPT plus ET provided statistically significant improvements in pain intensity in the short-term (MD = 2.45; 95% CI 1.11, 3.79; I2 :65%). No statistically significant differences between interventions were obtained for hip ROM in the short-term. CONCLUSIONS The qualitative review showed that PPTs plus ET and ET seem to have positive effects on pain intensity and hip ROM. The quantitative analysis found very low certainty of evidence proposing a positive effect in pain intensity for ET interventions based on hip muscles stretching, compared to PPT combined with ET, in the short-term.
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- Silvia Lahuerta-Martín
- Department of Surgery Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology and Physiotherapy, University of Valladolid, 42004, Soria, Spain
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- Department of Surgery Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology and Physiotherapy, University of Valladolid, 42004, Soria, Spain
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- Department of Surgery Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology and Physiotherapy, University of Valladolid, 42004, Soria, Spain
- Clinical Research in Health Sciences Group, University of Valladolid, 42004, Soria, Spain
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- Department of Surgery Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology and Physiotherapy, University of Valladolid, 42004, Soria, Spain
- Clinical Research in Health Sciences Group, University of Valladolid, 42004, Soria, Spain
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- Department of Surgery Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology and Physiotherapy, University of Valladolid, 42004, Soria, Spain
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- Department of Surgery Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology and Physiotherapy, University of Valladolid, 42004, Soria, Spain.
- Clinical Research in Health Sciences Group, University of Valladolid, 42004, Soria, Spain.
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- Department of Surgery Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology and Physiotherapy, University of Valladolid, 42004, Soria, Spain
- Clinical Research in Health Sciences Group, University of Valladolid, 42004, Soria, Spain
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Jara JA, Inostroza FA, Farias FI. Acute Osteomyelitis of the Pubic Symphysis: A Case Report. Cureus 2023; 15:e40329. [PMID: 37448424 PMCID: PMC10338084 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.40329] [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] [Accepted: 06/12/2023] [Indexed: 07/15/2023] Open
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Pubis osteomyelitis is an uncommon disease, accounting for less than 1% of all bone infections. It occurs secondarily to hematogenous bacterial planting or direct inoculation. Clinically, it presents with intense acute pubic pain, limited mobility, and high fever, so it is rarely suspected initially. Its diagnosis can be easily confused with pubalgia, that do not respond to treatment. We present the case of a 17-year-old patient who sought consultation for three weeks of coxalgia associated with general discomfort and fever. Following a laboratory and imageological study, the diagnosis of acute pubis osteomyelitis was determined, which required surgical intervention and a subsequent pharmacological therapy for six weeks.
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- Javier A Jara
- Orthopaedics and Trauma, Universidad de La Frontera, Temuco, CHL
- Orthopaedics and Trauma, Hospital Dr. Hernán Henríquez Aravena, Temuco, CHL
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Stahl JP, Canouï E, Bleibtreu A, Dubée V, Ferry T, Gillet Y, Lemaignen A, Lesprit P, Lorrot M, Lourtet-Hascoët J, Manaquin R, Meyssonnier V, Pavese P, Pham TT, Varon E, Gauzit R. SPILF update on bacterial arthritis in adults and children. Infect Dis Now 2023; 53:104694. [PMID: 36948248 DOI: 10.1016/j.idnow.2023.104694] [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: 03/13/2023] [Accepted: 03/13/2023] [Indexed: 03/24/2023]
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In 2020 the French Society of Rhumatology (SFR) published an update of the 1990 recommendations for management of bacterial arthritis in adults. While we (French ID Society, SPILF) totally endorse this update, we wished to provide further information about specific antibiotic treatments. The present update focuses on antibiotics with good distribution in bone and joint. It is important to monitor their dosage, which should be maximized according to PK/PD parameters. Dosages proposed in this update are high, with the optimized mode of administration for intravenous betalactams (continuous or intermittent infusion). We give tools for the best dosage adaptation to conditions such as obesity or renal insufficiency. In case of enterobacter infection, with an antibiogram result "susceptible for high dosage", we recommend the requesting of specialized advice from an ID physician. More often than not, it is possible to prescribe antibiotics via the oral route as soon as blood cultures are sterile and clinical have symptoms shown improvement. Duration of antibiotic treatment is 6 weeks for Staphylococcus aureus, and 4 weeks for the other bacteria (except for Neisseria: 7 days).
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- J P Stahl
- Université Grenoble Alpes, Maladies Infectieuses, 38700, France.
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- Equipe mobile d'infectiologie, Hôpital Cochin, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris (AP-HP), Centre de Référence des Infections Ostéo-Articulaires complexes (CRIOAc Cochin) APHP-CUP, Paris, France
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- Maladies Infectieuseset Tropicales, Hôpital Pitié Salpêtrière, AP-HP Sorbonne Université, Paris France
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- Maladies Infectieuses et Tropicales, CHU d'Angers, Angers, France
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- Maladies Infectieuses et Tropicales, Centre de Référence des Infections Ostéo-Articulaires complexes (CRIOAc Lyon), Hospices Civils de Lyon, Hôpital de la Croix-Rousse, 69004, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France. Service des Maladies Infectieuses, Département de médecine, Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève, Suisse
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- Urgences et Réanimation Pédiatrique, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Université Claude Bernard Lyon, France
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- Maladies Infectieuses, CHRU de Tours, Université de Tours, 37044, France
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- Maladies Infectieuses, CHU Grenoble Alpes, 38043, France
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- Pédiatrie Générale et Equipe Opérationnelle d'Infectiologie, Centre de Référence des Infections Ostéo-Articulaires complexes (CRIOAc Pitié), Hôpital Armand Trousseau AP-HP Sorbonne Université, Paris France
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- Maladies Infectieuses et Tropicales, GHSR , CHU de La Réunion, CRAtb La Réunion, Saint-Pierre, 97410, FRANCE
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- Centre de Référence des Infections Ostéo-articulaires, GH Diaconesses Croix Saint-Simon, 75020, Paris, France; Service de Médecine Interne Générale, Département de médecine, Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève, Suisse
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- Maladies Infectieuses, CHU Grenoble Alpes, 38043, France
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- Maladies Infectieuses et Tropicales, Centre de Référence des Infections Ostéo-Articulaires complexes (CRIOAc Lyon), Hospices Civils de Lyon, Hôpital de la Croix-Rousse, 69004, Hospices Civils de Lyon, Lyon, France. Service des Maladies Infectieuses, Département de médecine, Hôpitaux Universitaires de Genève, Suisse
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- Centre National de Référence des Pneumocoques, CRC-CRB, Centre Hospitalier Intercommunal de Créteil, 94000, Créteil, France
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- Equipe mobile d'infectiologie, Hôpital Cochin, Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris (AP-HP), Centre de Référence des Infections Ostéo-Articulaires complexes (CRIOAc Cochin) APHP-CUP, Paris, France
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Yanagita Y, Shimada R, Noda K, Ikusaka M. Pubic Osteomyelitis in a Young Athlete. Cureus 2023; 15:e35329. [PMID: 36968939 PMCID: PMC10038743 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.35329] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/22/2023] [Indexed: 02/25/2023] Open
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We describe a case of pubic osteomyelitis in a 17-year-old Japanese male. The patient presented with acute left groin pain and left lower quadrant pain. He was evaluated at another hospital where pelvic X-ray/computed tomography was normal, and laboratory testing revealed only high C-reactive protein. Pelvic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) on day three showed inflammation of the pubic attachment of the rectus abdominis muscle. Furthermore, a pelvic MRI performed 10 days after onset revealed a high signal on T2 short-TI inversion recovery in the left pubic bone, which was not found in the previous MRI, leading to a diagnosis of left pubic osteomyelitis. Symptoms improved rapidly after antibiotic therapy, and treatment was completed after six weeks. When a young athlete presents with fever and acute inguinal pain, osteomyelitis of the pubic bone should be considered as a differential diagnosis. This case report emphasizes the importance of taking a sports history during the interview and performing a repeat MRI for the early diagnosis of osteomyelitis of the pubic bone.
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Broos WAM, van der Zant FM, Knol RJJ. Athletic Osteitis Pubis Detected on 18 F-FDG PET/CT. Clin Nucl Med 2022; 47:822-823. [PMID: 35452006 DOI: 10.1097/rlu.0000000000004243] [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: 11/25/2022]
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ABSTRACT A 37-year-old male personal trainer presented with debilitating groin pains, fever, and night sweats. Enlarged inguinal lymph nodes were noticed during physical examination, and blood tests showed elevated erythrocyte sedimentation rate and C-reactive protein. 18 F-FDG PET/CT excluded lymphoma and other malignancy but showed intense FDG uptake at the pubic symphysis and cortical erosions of the pubic bones on CT. The patient was diagnosed with osteitis pubis, an inflammatory condition of the pubic symphysis commonly seen in athletes. Treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs was initiated. Within several weeks, pain decreased, and inflammatory markers normalized.
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- Wouter A M Broos
- From the Department of Nuclear Medicine, Northwest Clinics, Alkmaar, the Netherlands
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Amer ML, Omar K, Malde S, Nair R, Thurairaja R, Khan MS. The challenges in diagnosis and management of osteitis pubis: An algorithm based on current evidence. BJUI COMPASS 2022; 3:267-276. [PMID: 35783593 PMCID: PMC9231671 DOI: 10.1002/bco2.127] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2021] [Revised: 10/15/2021] [Accepted: 10/22/2021] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Objective The objective of this study is to summarise the contemporary evidence regarding the prevalence, diagnosis, and management of osteitis pubis (OP) specially from urological point of view, while proposing an algorithm for the best management based on the current evidence. Methods We performed a literature search using the PubMed database for the term ‘osteitis pubis’ until December 2020. We assessed pre‐clinical and clinical studies regarding the aetiology, pathophysiology, and management of OP. Case reports and case series were evaluated by study quality and patient outcomes to determine a potential clinical management algorithm. Results Osteitis pubis is a chronic painful condition of the symphysis pubis joint and its surrounding structures. Still, there is a paucity of data outlining the management plan and the possible triggers. The aetiology seems to be multifactorial with different proposals trying to explain the pathophysiology and correlate the findings to the outcome. The diagnosis is usually based on high suspicion index and clinical experience. The infective variant of the disease is aggressive and requires strict and active management. Universal consensus is still lacking regarding a formal algorithm of management of the condition, especially due to multiple specialities involved in the decision‐making process. Conservative management remains the cornerstone; nevertheless, surgical interventions may be needed in special settings. Hence, a multi‐disciplinary approach is of pivotal value in fashioning the plan for each case. The prognosis is usually satisfactory; however, a longstanding debilitating disease form is not uncommon. Conclusion OP remains a rare condition with real challenges in its diagnosis. The current management is focused on conservative management; however, surgical intervention is still needed in some difficult scenarios. Continued research into the triggers of OP, multidisciplinary approach, and standardised clinical pathways can improve the quality of care for patients suffering from this condition.
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- Mohammed Lotfi Amer
- Faculty of Medicine Tanta University Tanta Egypt
- Department of Urology Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust London UK
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- Department of Urology Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust London UK
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- Department of Urology Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust London UK
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- Department of Urology Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust London UK
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- Department of Urology Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust London UK
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- Department of Urology Guy's and St. Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust London UK
- MRC Centre for Transplantation, Faculty for Life Sciences and Medicine, NIHR Biomedical Research Centre King's College London London UK
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Osteitis Pubis Treated With Platelet-Rich Plasma: A Case Report. Clin J Sport Med 2022; 32:e172-e174. [PMID: 33913676 DOI: 10.1097/jsm.0000000000000875] [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: 03/03/2020] [Accepted: 05/30/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Osteitis pubis is a common source of groin pain in athletes participating in sports requiring kicking, twisting, and pivoting movements. Athletes will present with progressive pain or discomfort in the pubic area or groin. There is usually point tenderness over the pubic symphysis and pain localizing to the adductor or rectus abdominis tendons. Conservative management often includes activity modification, oral medications, progressive rehabilitation, therapeutic ultrasound, steroid injections, and prolotherapy. Osteitis pubis can be refractory to conservative management and can keep an athlete sidelined for as long as 2 years. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections have been used for pubic symphysis pain, but reports have focused on pathology affecting the rectus abdominis or hip adductor muscle tendons. In this article, we present a case of isolated osteitis pubis, without overlapping rectus abdominis or adductor tendon involvement, successfully treated with an ultrasound-guided PRP injection of the fibrocartilage.
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Ohashi Y, Koito S, Matono T. Pubic bacterial osteomyelitis in a soccer player: a diagnostic pitfall. BMJ Case Rep 2022; 15:e246480. [PMID: 35039361 PMCID: PMC8768496 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2021-246480] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/30/2021] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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- Yusuke Ohashi
- Department of Infectious Diseases, Aso Iizuka Hospital, Iizuka, Japan
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- Department of General Internal Medicine, Aso Iizuka Hospital, Iizuka, Japan
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- Department of Infectious Diseases, Aso Iizuka Hospital, Iizuka, Japan
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Kraler B, Gotovski-Getman E, Eijer H. Hip Adductor Muscle Abscess Descending From Septic Symphysitis. Cureus 2022; 14:e21138. [PMID: 35070573 PMCID: PMC8765581 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.21138] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 01/11/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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Hip adductor muscle abscesses that descend from an infected symphysis pubis are rare but cause serious morbidity. We present a case of a 73-year-old male patient with unilateral hip adductor muscle abscess that descended from septic symphysitis caused by Staphylococcus aureus. Surgical debridement of the adductor compartment could not clear the infection and secondary debridement of the symphysis was necessary to eradicate S. aureus. Additionally, we review another four cases with similarities to our case comparing their investigation, treatment, and outcome.
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Zimmerer A, Ramirez L, Astarita E, Bellotti V, Cárdenas C, Ribas M. [Arthroscopically assisted minimally invasive symphysioplasty for the treatment of pubic related groin pain]. OPERATIVE ORTHOPADIE UND TRAUMATOLOGIE 2021; 34:109-116. [PMID: 34878585 DOI: 10.1007/s00064-021-00753-4] [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: 02/20/2020] [Revised: 03/30/2020] [Accepted: 04/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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OBJECTIVE Therapy of pubic related groin pain via minimally invasive symphysioplasty. INDICATIONS Therapy of refractory pubic related groin pain based on osteitis pubis. CONTRAINDICATIONS Groin pain from causes other than pubic related groin pain. SURGICAL TECHNIQUE After a minimally invasive approach, an incision in the anterior capsule is made while protecting the dorsal capsule parts and the arcuate pubic ligament. The symphysis end plates are remodeled arthroscopically assisted using a surgical burr. The newly created pubic symphysis joint is filled with autogenous fibrin to support the formation of a new discus interpubicus. POSTOPERATIVE MANAGEMENT Partial weight-bearing for 4 weeks with 20 kg using crutches is recommended. During the first 4 weeks the range of motion should be restricted. RESULTS Since 2010, 10 athletes (7 men, 3 women; average age 34.1 ± 7.8 (23-47) years) have undergone arthroscopically assisted minimally invasive symphysioplasty and treatment of femoroacetabular impingement syndrome. The average follow-up time was 5.1 (2-9) years. All patients returned to their sport level. The mean preoperative Nonarthritic Hip Score (NAHS) of 64.4 ± 15.1 (32.1-86.5) points improved to a mean postoperative NAHS of 91.4 ± 9.8 (62.4-98.75) points (p < 0.0001). The average patient satisfaction (scale 0 to 10; 10 highest satisfaction) was 9.8 ± 0.4 (9-10).
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- Alexander Zimmerer
- ARCUS Kliniken, Pforzheim, Rastatter Str. 17-19, 75179, Pforzheim, Deutschland.
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- Grupo Quirónsalud, Einheit für Hüft und Becken Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Dexeus, Barcelona, Spanien
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- Grupo Quirónsalud, Einheit für Hüft und Becken Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Dexeus, Barcelona, Spanien
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- Grupo Quirónsalud, Einheit für Hüft und Becken Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Dexeus, Barcelona, Spanien
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- Grupo Quirónsalud, Einheit für Hüft und Becken Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Dexeus, Barcelona, Spanien
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- Grupo Quirónsalud, Einheit für Hüft und Becken Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Dexeus, Barcelona, Spanien
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Eberbach H, Fürst-Meroth D, Kloos F, Leible M, Bohsung V, Bode L, Wenning M, Hagen S, Bode G. Long-standing pubic-related groin pain in professional academy soccer players: a prospective cohort study on possible risk factors, rehabilitation and return to play. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2021; 22:958. [PMID: 34789227 PMCID: PMC8600924 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-021-04837-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2021] [Accepted: 11/01/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Background Despite being a common overuse entity in youth soccer, scientific data on risk factors, rehabilitation and return to play for long-standing pubic-related groin pain is still rare. The current prospective cohort study aims to evaluate potential risk-factors, propose a criteria-based conservative rehabilitation protocol and assess return-to-play outcomes among professional youth soccer players suffering from long-standing pubic-related groin pain. Methods Male soccer players with long-standing (> 6 weeks) pubic-related groin pain from a professional soccer club’s youth academy were analyzed for possible risk factors such as age, team (U12 - U23), younger/older age group within the team, position and preinjury Functional movement score. All injured players received a conservative, standardized, supervised, criteria-based, 6-level rehabilitation program. Outcome measures included time to return to play, recurrent groin pain in the follow-up period and clinical results at final follow-up two years after their return to play. Results A total of 14 out of 189 players developed long-standing pubic-related groin pain in the 2017/2018 season (incidence 7.4%). The average age of the players at the time of the injury was 16.1 ± 1.9 years. Risk factor analysis revealed a significant influence of the age group within the team (p = .007). Only players in the younger age group were affected by long-standing pubic-related groin pain, mainly in the first part of the season. Injured players successfully returned to play after an average period of 135.3 ± 83.9 days. Only one player experienced a recurrence of nonspecific symptoms (7.1%) within the follow-up period. The outcome at the 24-month follow-up was excellent for all 14 players. Conclusions Long-standing pubic-related groin pain is an overuse entity with a markedly high prevalence in youth soccer players, resulting in a relevant loss of time in training and match play. In particular, the youngest players in each team are at an elevated risk. Applying a criteria-based rehabilitation protocol resulted in an excellent return-to-play rate, with a very low probability of recurrence. Trial registration The trial was retrospectively registered under DRKS00016510 in the German Clinical Trials Register on 19.04.2021. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12891-021-04837-x.
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- Helge Eberbach
- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Hugstetter Str. 55, 79106, Freiburg, Germany.
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Hugstetter Str. 55, 79106, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Hugstetter Str. 55, 79106, Freiburg, Germany
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- Freiburg Youth Academy, Sports-Club Freiburg e.V., Schwarzwaldstr. 193, 79117, Freiburg, Germany
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- Freiburg Youth Academy, Sports-Club Freiburg e.V., Schwarzwaldstr. 193, 79117, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Hugstetter Str. 55, 79106, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Hugstetter Str. 55, 79106, Freiburg, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Medical Center - University of Freiburg, Faculty of Medicine, University of Freiburg, Hugstetter Str. 55, 79106, Freiburg, Germany.,Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University Hospital Odense, Sdr. Boulevard 29, 5000, Odense C, Denmark
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- Sporthopaedicum Straubing, Bahnhofplatz 27, 94315, Straubing, Germany
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Elden H, Olsen MF, Hussein NF, Axelsson LW, Sengpiel V, Ullman M. Postpartum septic symphysitis, a rare condition with possible long-term consequences: a cohort study with long-term follow-up. BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2021; 21:776. [PMID: 34784887 PMCID: PMC8594151 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-021-04023-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2020] [Accepted: 07/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Postpartum septic symphysitis (PPSS) is defined as acute onset of severe pain around the symphysis, restricted movement, fever, and elevated inflammatory parameters. It is a rare but serious condition requiring urgent diagnosis and treatment. The aim of this study was to describe the incidence, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term follow-up of PPSS. METHODS This follow-up study included 19 out of 21 women diagnosed with PPSS from 1989 to 2017 at one tertiary care hospital in Sweden. Clinical data were retrieved from hospital records and compared to those retrieved from a regional registry. Women completed a postal questionnaire, and those who reported lumbopelvic pain (LPP) were offered a clinical examination. RESULTS 1) PPSS was diagnosed after a normal postpartum period of 24 to 50 h by blood tests (n = 19/19), ultrasonography (n = 9 /19), computer tomography (n = 8/19) or magnetic resonance imaging (n = 16/19) Treatment included aspiration of symphyseal abscesses, i.v. antibiotics and different physiotherapeutic interventions. Women with PPSS more frequently were primiparous (n = 14/19, p = 0.001), had an instrumental delivery (n = 14/19, p = 0.003), longer time of active labour (p = 0.01) and second stage of labour (p = 0.001) than women in the regional registry. 2) Ten out of 19 (52%) women reported LPP at follow-up. These women more often suffered impaired function related to LPP (Pelvic Girdle Questionnaire, 27 versus 0, p < 0.0001), a poorer health-related quality of life (EuroQol-5 dimensions p = 0.001 and EuroQol-visual analogue scale, 65 mm versus 84 mm, p = 0.022) and higher levels of anxiety and depression (Hospital Anxiety Depression Scale (HADS) HADS-Anxiety, 7 versus 2, p = 0.010; and HADS-Depression, 1 versus 0, p = 0.028) than women with no pain. 3). Of the eight women who were clinically assessed, one had lumbar pain and seven had pelvic girdle pain (PGP). CONCLUSIONS In the largest cohort of patients with PPSS to date, primiparas and women with instrumental vaginal delivery were overrepresented, indicating that first and complicated deliveries might be risk factors. Approximately half of the women reported PGP at follow-up, with considerable consequences affecting health-related quality of life and function decades after delivery. Prospective multicentre studies are needed to establish risk factors, long-term consequences, and adequate treatment for this rare pregnancy complication.
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- Helen Elden
- Institute of Health and Care Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 457, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden. .,Region Västra Götaland, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gothenburg, Sweden. .,Region Västra Götaland, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Department of Orthopedics, Gothenburg, Sweden.
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- Department of Health and Rehabilitation/Physiotherapy, Institute of Neuroscience and Physiology, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden.,Region Västra Götaland, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Department of Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Institute of Health and Care Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 457, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Institute of Health and Care Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Box 457, 405 30, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Region Västra Götaland, Sahlgrenska University Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Gothenburg, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Institute of Clinical Sciences, Sahlgrenska Academy, Gothenburg University, Gothenburg, Sweden
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Dempsey PJ, Power JW, MacMahon PJ, Eustace S, Kavanagh EC. Nomenclature for groin pain in athletes. Br J Radiol 2021; 94:20201333. [PMID: 34328792 DOI: 10.1259/bjr.20201333] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Currently, there is much variation in the terminology used to describe groin pain in athletes. Several groups have attempted to reach consensus on nomenclature in this area. This article outlines the current status of groin pain nomenclature for the radiologist, highlighting inherent heterogeneity, recent attempts to reach a consensus, the need for a radiological consensus and why imprecise terminology should be avoided when reporting.
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- Philip J Dempsey
- Radiology Department, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Radiology Department, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Radiology Department, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Radiology Department, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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- Radiology Department, Mater Misericordiae University Hospital, Dublin, Ireland
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Catanzano AA, Kollmorgen R, Olson SA. Arthrodesis of the Pubic Symphysis With Compression Plating and Femoral Strut Allograft for Pubic Instability and Osteitis Pubis. Tech Orthop 2021. [DOI: 10.1097/bto.0000000000000535] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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Devlieger B, Wagner D, Hopf J, Rommens PM. Surgical debridement of infected pubic symphysitis supports optimal outcome. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2021; 141:1835-1843. [PMID: 32797294 PMCID: PMC8497316 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-020-03563-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/04/2020] [Accepted: 08/02/2020] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Infected pubic symphysitis (IPS) is a rare bacterial infection of the pubic symphysis that causes subpubic pain, disability and ultimately permanent immobility. Due to difficult diagnosis, patients present with long-standing complaints and consult several doctors. To date, no validated treatment protocol exists and most patients are treated conservatively with antibiotics. This study was aimed to assess the results after careful surgical debridement and pathogen-specific antibiotic treatment in IPS. MATERIALS AND METHODS A chart review of eight patients with proven IPS was performed. Five of eight patients filled in a specific own-developed questionnaire and could be examined clinically and radiologically at a mean of 13 months (range: 6-30 months) postoperatively. RESULTS There were six males and two females with an average age of 69 years (range: 55-80 years). The mean duration of symptoms before surgical treatment was 10.5 months (range: 1-30 months). There were no complications due to the surgical debridement. There was no recurrence of infection at the pubic symphysis during the follow-up period. The most common pathogen was Pseudomonas aeruginosa in three patients. Mean preoperative pain, measured on the visual analogue scale (VAS, range: 0-10) for the four analysed categories in the five follow-up patients was 7.2, 30 days postoperatively 2.7 and 13 months postoperatively 0.4. There was a steady increase in the quality of life (QoL) 30 days postoperatively and at the 13 months follow-up when compared to preoperative values. CONCLUSIONS Surgical debridement is the keystone for treatment of IPS and should be combined with local and systemic antibiotic therapy.
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- Benjamin Devlieger
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Medical Center Mainz, Mainz, Germany
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Beall JP, Oliver JJ, Bridwell RE, Young SE. Joint Space Injection for Osteitis Pubis in an Airborne Jump Injury: A Case Report. Mil Med 2020; 185:e1298-e1299. [PMID: 31863109 DOI: 10.1093/milmed/usz377] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2019] [Revised: 09/08/2019] [Accepted: 09/10/2019] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Osteitis Pubis (OP) is groin pain caused by overloading stresses on the pubic symphysis. This is often caused by the repetitive stress seen in competitive sports, but can also be caused by rapid acceleration or deceleration. It is a diagnosis of exclusion made after other entities such as fracture or infection are ruled out. It is often treated conservatively with rest, Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS), and Physical Therapy (PT). After these treatment modalities have failed, intra-articular injection with local anesthetics and steroids can be considered. We report a case of a 22-year-old Male Active Duty Army Soldier who presented with OP immediately after landing during a routine Airborne Jump exercise. The Soldier reported landing in such a way that his feet did not impact the ground at the same time, creating a sheering force on his pelvis. Following two months of failed treatment involving NSAIDS and PT, the patient was referred to Sports Medicine where he received an injection of 1 mL of 1% lidocaine and 40 mg of triamcinolone into the pubic symphysis joint space. Shortly afterward the patient endorses complete resolution of his symptoms without return of symptoms at 1-month follow-up. Although injection of the pubic symphysis with local anesthetic and steroids has been previously described, this is the first time it has been described in a jump injury.
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- Jackson P Beall
- North Thurston High School, 600 Sleater-Kinney RD NE, Lacey, WA 98516
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium, 3551 Roger Brooke Dr, Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX 78234
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium, 3551 Roger Brooke Dr, Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, TX 78234
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Madigan Army Medical Center, 9040A Jackson Ave, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98431
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Esser S, Rosario-Concepción RA, Sherman C. My Groin Is About to Explode: Pain in an Ultrarunner. Curr Sports Med Rep 2020; 19:104-106. [PMID: 32141903 DOI: 10.1249/jsr.0000000000000693] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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Eroglu A, Sari A. Efficacy of dextrose prolotherapy in elite professional male soccer players with chronic osteitis pubis. GAZZETTA MEDICA ITALIANA ARCHIVIO PER LE SCIENZE MEDICHE 2019. [DOI: 10.23736/s0393-3660.18.03838-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Saito M, Utsunomiya H, Hatakeyama A, Nakashima H, Nishimura H, Matsuda DK, Sakai A, Uchida S. Hip Arthroscopic Management Can Improve Osteitis Pubis and Bone Marrow Edema in Competitive Soccer Players With Femoroacetabular Impingement. Am J Sports Med 2019; 47:408-419. [PMID: 30664355 DOI: 10.1177/0363546518819099] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND There is a dearth of knowledge regarding the correlation between femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) and osteitis pubis (OP) among symptomatic soccer players. PURPOSE To elucidate whether arthroscopic FAI correction is effective for young competitive soccer players with FAI combined with OP or perisymphyseal pubic bone marrow edema (BME). STUDY DESIGN Case series; Level of evidence, 4. METHODS A total of 577 consecutive patients who underwent arthroscopic FAI correction were retrospectively reviewed with a minimum 2-year follow-up. Competitive soccer players who were professional, college, and high school athletes were included. The authors assessed the modified Harris Hip Score and Nonarthritic Hip Score preoperatively and at 6 months, 1 year, and 2 years after surgery. In addition, players were divided into groups according to radiographic evidence of OP and BME (2 groups each). Clinical outcomes, return to play, and radiographic assessments were compared between groups. RESULTS Twenty-eight hips met the inclusion criteria. The median modified Harris Hip Score significantly improved after hip arthroscopy (81.4, preoperatively; 95.7 at 6 months, P = .0065; 100 at 1 year, P = .0098; 100 at 2 years, P = .013). The median Nonarthritic Hip Score also significantly improved (75.0, preoperatively; 96.3 at 6 months, P = .015; 98.8 at 1 year, P = .0029; 100 at 2 years, P = .015). Furthermore, 92.0% of players returned to play soccer at the same or higher level of competition at a median 5.5 months (range, 4-15 months); 67.8% had radiological confirmation of OP; and 35.7% had pubic BME. The alpha angle was significantly higher in pubic BME group than the no-pubic BME group (64.8° vs 59.2°, P = .027), although there was no significant difference between the OP and no-OP groups. The prevalence of tenderness of the pubic symphysis significantly decreased preoperatively (32.1%) to postoperatively (3.6%). Magnetic resonance imaging findings confirmed that pubic BME disappeared in all players at a median 11 months (range, 6-36) after initial surgery. CONCLUSIONS Arthroscopic management for FAI provides favorable clinical outcomes, a high rate of return to sports, and, when present, resolution of pubic BME among competitive soccer players.
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- Masayoshi Saito
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Wakamatsu Hospital of the University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Kitakyushu, Japan.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St Luke's International Hospital, Tokyo, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Wakamatsu Hospital of the University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Kitakyushu, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Wakamatsu Hospital of the University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Kitakyushu, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Wakamatsu Hospital of the University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Kitakyushu, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Wakamatsu Hospital of the University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Kitakyushu, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Kitakyushu, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Wakamatsu Hospital of the University of Occupational and Environmental Health, Kitakyushu, Japan
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Via AG, Frizziero A, Finotti P, Oliva F, Randelli F, Maffulli N. Management of osteitis pubis in athletes: rehabilitation and return to training - a review of the most recent literature. Open Access J Sports Med 2019; 10:1-10. [PMID: 30613167 PMCID: PMC6307487 DOI: 10.2147/oajsm.s155077] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Osteitis pubis is a common cause of chronic groin pain, especially in athletes. Although a precise etiology is not defined, it seems to be related to muscular imbalance and pelvic instability. Diagnosis is based on detailed history, clinical evaluation, and imaging, which are crucial for a correct diagnosis and proper management. Many different therapeutic approaches have been proposed for osteitis pubis; conservative treatment represents the first-line approach and provides good results in most patients, especially if based on an individualized multimodal rehabilitative management. Different surgical options have been also described, but they should be reserved to recalcitrant cases. In this review, a critical analysis of the literature about athletic osteitis pubis is performed, especially focusing on its diagnostic and therapeutic management.
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- Alessio Giai Via
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Hip Surgery Center, IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, University of Padova, Padova, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Tor Vergata Hospital, University of Rome "Tor Vergata", Rome, Italy,
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Hip Surgery Center, IRCCS Policlinico San Donato, Milano, Italy
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Disorders, School of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy.,Centre for Sport and Exercise Medicine, Queen Mary University of London, Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Centre for Sports and Exercise Medicine, Mile End Hospital, London, England
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Dimitrakopoulou A, Schilders E. Focal osteopenia of pubic parasymphyseal bone as an underlying cause of groin pain in sports: a new perspective. BMJ Case Rep 2018; 2018:bcr-2017-223698. [PMID: 29728433 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2017-223698] [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: 11/03/2022] Open
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Groin pain is a common problem in athletes. The diagnosis can be difficult because of the complexity of the groin anatomy, the numerous clinical entities presenting with similar symptoms, the concurrence of those entities and the confusing terminology. Thus, a dilemma in diagnosis may arise leading to long-standing symptoms, disabling groin pain, mismanagement and therefore to poor treatment. Hereby, we present such a case of a recreational athlete complaining for excruciate pubic pain after being misdiagnosed and subsequently mistreated affecting her quality of life. We report on a new interesting finding, the focal osteopenia over the pubic parasymphyseal bone, together with administration of bisphosphonates for first time, as a treatment, for this condition in this body area. Our purpose is to shed light on the pathomechanism of groin pain labelled as osteitis pubis. We also outline the importance of thorough history and physical examination combined with appropriate advanced imaging.
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- Alexandra Dimitrakopoulou
- London Hip Arthroscopy Centre at The Wellington Hospital and Fortius Clinic, London, UK.,Carnegie Faculty of Sports, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, UK
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- London Hip Arthroscopy Centre at The Wellington Hospital and Fortius Clinic, London, UK.,Carnegie Faculty of Sports, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, UK
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Hopp S, Ojodu I, Jain A, Fritz T, Pohlemann T, Kelm J. Novel pathomorphologic classification of capsulo-articular lesions of the pubic symphysis in athletes to predict treatment and outcome. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2018; 138:687-697. [PMID: 29417208 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-018-2893-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/24/2017] [Indexed: 01/29/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Radiographic abnormalities of the symphysis as well as the formation of accessory clefts, indicating injury at the rectus-adductor aponeurosis, reportedly relate to longstanding groin pain in athletes. However, yet, no systematic classification for clinical and scientific purposes exists. We aimed to (1) create a radiographic classification based on symphysography; (2) test intra- and interobserver reliability; (3) characterise clinical significance of the morphologic patterns by evaluating success of injection therapy. PATIENTS AND METHODS We retrospectively reviewed symphysography, AP radiographs, and MRI of the pelvis from 70 consecutive competitive athletes, with chronic groin pain. Symphysographs were evaluated for intra- and interobserver variance using cohen's kappa statistics. Morphologic studies of the different contrast distribution patterns and their clinical and radiological correlation with symptom relief were investigated. All patients were followed up to evaluate immediate and long-term response to the initial therapeutic injection with steroid. RESULTS Four reproducible symphysographic patterns were identified: type 0, no changes; type 1, symphyseal disk degeneration; types 2a with unilateral clefts, bilateral clefts (2b), suprapubic clefts (2c); and type 3, with expanded or multidirectional clefts. Analysis revealed excellent intra (0.94)-and interobserver (0.90) reliability. Our findings showed that 78.6% of our patients had significant short-term improvement enabling early resumption of physiotherapy, only in types 1 and 2 (p = 0.001), while type 0 and 3 did not respond. At follow-up, only 21.8% had permanent pain relief. Regarding the detection of pathologic clefts with symphysography, sensitivity (88%) and specifity (77%) were superior to that of MRI. CONCLUSIONS A reproducible symphysography-based classification of distinct morphologic patterns is proposed. It serves as a predictive tool for response to injection therapy in a select group of pathologic lesions. Complete recovery after injection can only be expected in a lesser percentage, as this might indicate surgical treatment for long-term non-responders.
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- Sascha Hopp
- Lutrina Clinic Kaiserslautern, Centre for Knee Surgery, Orthopaedics and Sports Traumatology, Groin Pain and Core Muscle Injury Centre, Karl-Marx-Strasse 33, 67655, Kaiserslautern, Germany. .,Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Saarland, Homburg, Saar, Germany.
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Saarland, Homburg, Saar, Germany.,Ondo State Trauma Centre, Ondo, Nigeria
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Saarland, Homburg, Saar, Germany.,Department of Orthopaedics, Maulana Azad Medical College and associated Lok Nayak Hospital, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Saarland, Homburg, Saar, Germany
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- Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Saarland, Homburg, Saar, Germany
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- Chirurgisch-Orthopädisches Zentrum, Illingen, Germany
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Hip and groin pain often presents a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge. The differential diagnosis is extensive, comprising intra-articular and extra-articular pathology and referred pain from lumbar spine, knee and elsewhere in the pelvis. Various ultrasound-guided techniques have been described in the hip and groin region for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Ultrasound has many advantages over other imaging modalities, including portability, lack of ionising radiation and real-time visualisation of soft tissues and neurovascular structures. Many studies have demonstrated the safety, accuracy and efficacy of ultrasound-guided techniques, although there is lack of standardisation regarding the injectates used and long-term benefit remains uncertain.
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Nonoperative Management, Rehabilitation, and Functional and Clinical Progression of Osteitis Pubis/Pubic Bone Stress in Professional Soccer Players: A Case Series. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2017; 47:683-690. [PMID: 28774219 DOI: 10.2519/jospt.2017.7314] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Study Design Case series. Background Pubic bone stress (PBS) is a common acute or chronic response of the pelvis in sports where sprinting, kicking, twisting, and cutting are the dominant movements. There are few nonoperative rehabilitation strategies for the condition reported in the literature, and the outcome of conservative treatment has not been documented. Case Description Five professional and academy soccer players complaining of pubic symphysis pain, confirmed as PBS on magnetic resonance imaging and objective assessment, were treated with a nonoperative rehabilitation program that featured functional and clinical objective markers as progression criteria. Interventions in the acute phase included pharmacological and physical therapeutic modalities to reduce pain initially. Rehabilitation management focused on improving range of motion at the hips and thorax, adductor strengthening, trunk and lumbopelvic stability, gym-based strength training, and field-based rehabilitation and conditioning. Clinical follow-up was performed at least 8 months following return to play. Outcomes All players demonstrated reduced or resolved pain, increased adductor squeeze strength, and return to pain-free training and match play. Return-to-training time averaged 40.6 days (range, 30-60 days) and return to play averaged 49.4 days (range, 38-72 days) within the 5 players. At final follow-up (mean, 29.6 months; range, 16-33 months), there had been no recurrences. Discussion This report of 5 cases suggests that a nonoperative protocol, using clinical and functional progression criteria, may be successful in rehabilitating athletes with PBS for return to sport within 11 weeks. Level of Evidence Therapy, level 4. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 2017;47(9):683-690. Epub 3 Aug 2017. doi:10.2519/jospt.2017.7314.
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Matikainen M, Hermunen H, Paajanen H. Athletic Pubalgia in Females: Predictive Value of MRI in Outcomes of Endoscopic Surgery. Orthop J Sports Med 2017; 5:2325967117720171. [PMID: 28840145 PMCID: PMC5546653 DOI: 10.1177/2325967117720171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background: Athletic pubalgia is typically associated with male athletes participating in contact sports and less frequently with females. Endoscopic surgery may fully treat the patient with athletic pubalgia. Purpose: To perform an outcomes analysis of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and endoscopic surgery in female patients with athletic pubalgia. Study Design: Cohort study; Level of evidence, 3. Methods: Fifteen physically active female patients (mean age, 37 years) with athletic pubalgia were treated surgically via placement of total extraperitoneal endoscopic polypropylene mesh behind the injured groin area. The presence of preoperative bone marrow edema (BME) at the pubic symphysis seen on MRI was graded from 0 to 3 and correlated with pain scores after surgery. The outcome measures were pre- and postoperative pain scores and recovery to daily activity between 1 and 12 months after surgery. Results were compared with previously published scores from male athletes (n = 30). Results: With the exception of lower body mass index, the females with (n = 8) and without (n = 7) pubic BME had similar patient characteristics to the corresponding males. Mean inguinal pain scores (0-10) before surgical treatment were greater in females than males (during exercise, 7.8 ± 1.1 vs 6.9 ± 1.1; P = .0131). One month after surgery, mean pain scores for females were still greater compared with males (2.9 ± 1.7 vs 1.3 ± 1.6; P = .0034). Compared with female athletes with normal MRI, pubic BME was related to increased mean preoperative pain scores (8.13 ± 0.99 vs 6.43 ± 1.2; P = .0122). After 1 year, surgical outcomes were excellent or good in 47% of women. Conclusion: Endoscopic surgery was helpful in half of the females with athletic pubalgia in this study. The presence of pubic BME may predict slightly prolonged recovery from surgery.
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- Markku Matikainen
- Department of Surgery, North Karelia Central Hospital, Joensuu, Finland
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- Department of Radiology, Mikkeli Central Hospital, Mikkeli, Finland
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- Department of Surgery, Kuopio University Hospital, Kuopio, Finland
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Sports-Related Groin Pain Secondary to Symphysis Pubis Disorders: Correlation Between MRI Findings and Outcome After Fluoroscopy-Guided Injection of Steroid and Local Anesthetic. AJR Am J Roentgenol 2017; 209:380-388. [DOI: 10.2214/ajr.16.17578] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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Non-surgical treatment of pubic overload and groin pain in amateur football players: a prospective double-blinded randomised controlled study. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2017; 25:1958-1966. [PMID: 28093636 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-017-4423-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/31/2016] [Accepted: 01/03/2017] [Indexed: 01/16/2023]
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PURPOSE The incidence of groin pain in athletes is steadily increasing. Symptomatic pubic overload with groin pain and aseptic osteitis pubis represent well-known and frequently misdiagnosed overuse injuries in athletes. This study investigated the benefits of standardised non-surgical treatment for swift return-to-football. METHODS In a prospective double-blinded controlled study, 143 amateur football players with groin pain as well as radiological signs and clinical symptoms of pubic overload were analysed for 1 year. Two randomised study groups participated in an intensive physical rehabilitation programme, either with or without shock wave therapy. The control group did not participate in any standardised rehabilitation programme but only stopped participating in sports activity. Follow-up examinations took place 1, 3 months and 1 year after the beginning of therapy. Endpoints were visual analogue scale (VAS), functional tests, the time of return-to-football, recurrent complaints and changes in the MR image. RESULTS Forty-four football players with groin pain and aseptic osteitis pubis were randomised into two study groups; 26 received shock wave therapy, 18 did not. Clinical examination showed pubic overload as a multi-located disease. Players receiving shock wave therapy showed earlier pain relief in the VAS (p < 0.001) and returned to football significantly earlier (p = 0.048) than players without this therapy. Forty-two of 44 players of both study groups returned to football within 4 months after the beginning of therapy and had no recurrent groin pain within 1 year after trauma. Fifty-one players of the control group returned to football after 240 days (p < 0.001), of whom 26 (51%) experienced recurrent groin pain. Follow-up MRI scans did not show any effect of shock wave therapy. CONCLUSION Non-surgical therapy is successful in treating pubic overload and osteitis pubis in athletes. Shock wave therapy as a local treatment significantly reduced pain, thus enabling return-to-football within 3 months after trauma. Early and correct diagnosis is essential for successful intensive physiotherapy. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE I.
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Alaya Z, Zaghouani H, Osman W, Hassini L, Naouar N, Ben Ayèche ML, Bouajina E. Septic arthritis of the pubis symphysis: clinical and therapeutic features. Pan Afr Med J 2017; 26:215. [PMID: 28690730 PMCID: PMC5491715 DOI: 10.11604/pamj.2017.26.215.12204] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2017] [Accepted: 03/28/2017] [Indexed: 11/11/2022] Open
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Septic arthritis of the pubis symphysis is rare and difficult to diagnose. The objective of our study was to describe the biological, clinical, radiological and therapeutic aspects of this disease. This is a retrospective study of 4 cases of septic arthritis of the pubic symphysis collected in the Department of Rheumatology and Orthopaedics in Sousse in Tunisia over a period of 16 years (2000-2016). Our population consists of 3 women and one men. The mean age was 47 years (18-83). Clinical signs of appeal were inflammatory groin pain, pubic pain and fever. Symptoms appeared after forceps delivery in 2 cases, after surgery on the pelvis in one case and in a context of sepsis in one case. Radiographs showed pubic disjunction with irregular shoreline in all cases. CT performed in all patients and MRI in 2 patients showed erosions of the banks of the pubic symphysis with infiltration of the soft parts in all cases. The causative organisms were isolated in 3 cases by biopsy of soft tissue abscess under CT in 2 cases and vaginal swab in one case. Identified germs were staphylococcus aureus Méti-S (n=1), proteus mirabilis (n=1) and varied flora (n=1). The treatment consisted of appropriate antibiotics in all cases and surgical drainage of soft tissue abscess resistant to medical treatment in 2 cases. The outcome was favorable in all cases. Diagnosis of septic arthritis of the pubic symphysis is based on clinic supported by microbiologic culture results, image methods, and proteins augment during acute phase.
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- Zeineb Alaya
- Department of Rheumatology, Farhat Hached Hospital, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Radiology, Farhat Hached Hospital, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Sahloul Hospital, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Sahloul Hospital, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Sahloul Hospital, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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- Department of Rheumatology, Farhat Hached Hospital, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia
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Cardoso L, Alves P, Santos F, Ross JJ. Septic arthritis of the pubic symphysis. BMJ Case Rep 2017; 2017:bcr-2016-216784. [PMID: 28228387 DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2016-216784] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022] Open
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- Luís Cardoso
- Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism, Centro Hospitalar e Universitário de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Centro Hospitalar e Universitário de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Department of Internal Medicine, Centro Hospitalar e Universitário de Coimbra, Coimbra, Portugal
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- Brigham and Women's Hospital, Hospitalist Service, Boston, Massachusetts, USA
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Spontaneous Septic Arthritis of Pubic Symphysis in an Elite Athlete. Case Rep Surg 2016; 2016:6384707. [PMID: 27703831 PMCID: PMC5039270 DOI: 10.1155/2016/6384707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/13/2016] [Accepted: 08/28/2016] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Septic arthritis of the pubic symphysis is a potentially severe disease. Athletes are at risk of this form of spontaneous arthritis, as inflammation of the pubic bone due to muscular stress is relatively common. Oedema due to inflammation might predispose to infection through bacteraemia or local bacterial translocation. Suspicion should be raised when an athlete complains of groin pain and has signs of infection (i.e., fever, elevated white blood cell count, and elevated C-reactive protein). Diagnosis is made by imaging showing signs of inflammation combined with positive (blood) cultures. Broad spectrum antibiotics should be started upon suspicion and adjusted according to cultures. An abscess causing clinical deterioration under antibiotic treatment is an indication for invasive intervention (i.e., surgical or image-guided drainage). This is the first case of spontaneous septic arthritis of the pubic symphysis in an athlete requiring surgical and additional image-guided drainage.
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Rodero-Hernández J, Cabrerizo-García JL. Osteítis infecciosa del pubis. A propósito de un caso. INFECTIO 2016. [DOI: 10.1016/j.infect.2015.10.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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Core Muscle Injury/Sports Hernia/Athletic Pubalgia, and Femoroacetabular Impingement. Sports Med Arthrosc Rev 2016; 23:213-20. [PMID: 26524557 DOI: 10.1097/jsa.0000000000000083] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Core muscle injury/sports hernia/athletic pubalgia is an increasingly recognized source of pain, disability, and time lost from athletics. Groin pain among athletes, however, may be secondary to various etiologies. A thorough history and comprehensive physical examination, coupled with appropriate diagnostic imaging, may improve the diagnostic accuracy for patients who present with core muscular injuries. Outcomes of nonoperative management have not been well delineated, and multiple operative procedures have been discussed with varying return-to-athletic activity rates. In this review, we outline the clinical entity and treatment of core muscle injury and athletic pubalgia. In addition, we describe the relationship between athletic pubalgia and femoroacetabular impingement along with recent studies that have investigated the treatment of these related disorders.
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Herren C, Dienstknecht T, Siewe J, Kobbe P, Pape HC, Hildebrand F. [Chronic instability of the pubic symphysis : Etiology, diagnostics and treatment management]. Unfallchirurg 2016; 119:433-46. [PMID: 27146805 DOI: 10.1007/s00113-016-0166-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
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The most frequent causes of chronic instability of the pubic symphysis are sports-related continual overload and traumatic symphyseal injuries. Acute injury of the pubic symphysis may be the result of external forces acting on the anterior pelvic ring or the result of internal forces, such as those arising during parturition. The postpartum form of instability following a complication-free birth is reversible and usually returns to normal within a few months through strengthening of the pelvic floor muscles. Residual instability of the pubis symphysis is on the whole a rare complication. Although established therapy options for acute symphyseal separation can be found in the literature, there are only a few case reports on chronic symphyseal instability. There are no guidelines on standardized therapy options. This review article examines the etiology, clinical findings, diagnostic techniques and management options for patients suffering from chronic symphyseal instability.
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- C Herren
- Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074, Aachen, Deutschland.
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- Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074, Aachen, Deutschland
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Köln, Kerpener Str. 62, 50937, Köln, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074, Aachen, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074, Aachen, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstr. 30, 52074, Aachen, Deutschland
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Athletic pubalgia, or "sports hernia", represents a constellation of pathologic conditions occurring at and around the pubic symphysis. These injuries are primarily seen in athletes or those involved in athletic activity. In this article, we review the sonographic appearance of the relevant complex anatomy, scanning technique for ultrasound evaluation of athletic pubalgia, and the sonographic appearances of associated pathologic conditions.
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Clinical and Radiological Recovery of Osteitis Pubis: Spontaneous or Steroid-Induced? Arch Rheumatol 2016; 32:84-85. [PMID: 30375540 DOI: 10.5606/archrheumatol.2017.5947] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2016] [Accepted: 03/03/2016] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Krause F, Wilke J, Vogt L, Banzer W. Intermuscular force transmission along myofascial chains: a systematic review. J Anat 2016; 228:910-8. [PMID: 27001027 DOI: 10.1111/joa.12464] [Citation(s) in RCA: 69] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/11/2016] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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The present review aims to provide a systematic overview on tensile transmission along myofascial chains based on anatomical dissection studies and in vivo experiments. Evidence for the existence of myofascial chains is growing, and the capability of force transmission via myofascial chains has been hypothesized. However, there is still a lack of evidence concerning the functional significance and capability for force transfer. A systematic literature research was conducted using MEDLINE (Pubmed), ScienceDirect and Google Scholar. Studied myofascial chains encompassed the superficial backline (SBL), the back functional line (BFL) and the front functional line (FFL). Peer-reviewed human dissection studies as well as in vivo experiments reporting intermuscular tension transfer between the constituents of a myofascial chain were included. To assess methodic quality, two independent investigators rated studies by means of validated assessment tools (QUACS and PEDro Scale). The literature research identified 1022 articles. Nine studies (moderate to excellent methodological quality) were included. Concerning the SBL and the BFL, there is moderate evidence for force transfer at all three transitions (based on six studies), and one of two transitions (three studies). One study yields moderate evidence for a slight, but not significant force transfer at one transition in the FFL. The findings of the present study indicate that tension can be transferred between some of the examined adjacent structures. Force transfer might have an impact in overuse conditions as well as on sports performance. However, different methods of force application and measurement hinder the comparability of results. Considering anatomical variations in the degree of continuity and histological differences of the linking structures is crucial for interpretation. Future studies should focus on the in vivo function of myofascial continuity during isolated active or passive tissue tensioning.
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- Frieder Krause
- Department of Sports Medicine, Goethe University Frankfurt/Main, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Goethe University Frankfurt/Main, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Goethe University Frankfurt/Main, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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- Department of Sports Medicine, Goethe University Frankfurt/Main, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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Pieroh P, Spindler N, Langer S, Josten C, Böhme J. A double-barrelled fibula graft restoring pelvic stability after late posterior ring instability related to a surgical treated osteitis pubis: a case report. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2016; 136:47-53. [PMID: 26506827 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-015-2355-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2015] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Osteitis pubis or symphysitis pubis is a rare occurring non-infectious inflammation of the symphysis, the adjacent pubic bones and surrounding tissue. The therapy might be conservative or surgical by a resection of the symphysis and involved parts of the pubic bone. Nevertheless, this resection might lead to an anterior instability impairing the posterior arch and the sacroiliac joints in the aftermath. CASE PRESENTATION Here, we report about a 50-year-old women suffering from osteitis pubis treated by wedge resection of the symphysis and parts of the pubic bone. To maintain stability and for local antibiotic treatment a cement spacer was implemented. By clinical inconspicuous findings and the patient's desire, no further surgery was performed. However, 2 years after surgery the spacer dislocated and the patient complained about pain in the posterior arch due to an impaired mobility. Reconstruction surgery was planned including the bridging of the accrued space with a vascularized double-barrelled fibula graft, plate osteosynthesis and rectus abdominis flap coverage. The performed surgery led to pain relief and increased mobility. CONCLUSION The present case highlights the possible complication of surgical treated osteitis pubis leading to anterior arch instability affecting the posterior arch and thus impairing pelvic ring stability and patient mobility. Furthermore, we describe an opportunity to treat this complication or other etiologies contributing to anterior pelvic ring stability with large bone defects using a vascularized double-barrelled fibula graft to restore pelvic stability.
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- Philipp Pieroh
- Department of Orthopedics, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, University of Leipzig, Liebigstrasse 20, 04103, Leipzig, Germany.
- Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg, Grosse Steinstrasse 52, 06097, Halle (Saale), Germany.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, University of Leipzig, Liebigstrasse 20, 04103, Leipzig, Germany.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, University of Leipzig, Liebigstrasse 20, 04103, Leipzig, Germany.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, University of Leipzig, Liebigstrasse 20, 04103, Leipzig, Germany.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, University of Leipzig, Liebigstrasse 20, 04103, Leipzig, Germany.
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Angoules AG. Osteitis pubis in elite athletes: Diagnostic and therapeutic approach. World J Orthop 2015; 6:672-679. [PMID: 26495244 PMCID: PMC4610909 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v6.i9.672] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2015] [Revised: 07/13/2015] [Accepted: 08/07/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Osteitis pubis (OP) is a debilitating overuse syndrome characterizing by pelvic pain and local tenderness over the pubic symphysis commonly encountered in athletes often involved in kicking, twisting and cutting activities in sports such as soccer and rugby and to a lesser degree distance running. It is a common source of groin pain in elite athletes attributable to pubis sympysis instability as the result of microtrauma caused by repetitive muscle strains on pubic bones. Diagnosis is based mainly on detailed sports history and a meticulous clinical examination, although occasionally is difficult to distinguish this nosological entity from other pathologies affecting the involved area which may occur concomitantly in the same patient. Radiologic examinations such as plain radiographs, magnetic resonance imaging and 3 phase bone isotope scanning may be helpful to differentiate from other clinical entities with similar clinical presentation. Most cases respond well to conservative treatment which includes several physical modalities and especially a progressive rehabilitation programmed individualized to each one of patients diagnosed with OP. Local injection therapies have been also been proposed as a non-operative therapeutic option for the efficient management of these patients. In refractory cases, surgical therapeutic strategies are warranted. These include several open or minimally invasive surgical interventions such as arthroscopic or open symphysis curettage, wedge or total resection of pubic sympysis, polypropylene mesh placement and pubic fusion. In this review a critical analysis of OP in elite athletes is performed with special focus on current concepts of diagnosis and management of this source of athletic groin pain.
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Matsuda DK, Ribas M, Matsuda NA, Domb BG. Multicenter Outcomes of Endoscopic Pubic Symphysectomy for Osteitis Pubis Associated With Femoroacetabular Impingement. Arthroscopy 2015; 31:1255-60. [PMID: 25828168 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2015.02.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2014] [Revised: 01/25/2015] [Accepted: 02/06/2015] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To investigate outcomes of athletic patients treated with concurrent femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) and osteitis pubis (OP) surgery including endoscopic pubic symphysectomy. METHODS We performed a multicenter retrospective case series of 7 consecutive adult patients (4 men) with a mean age of 33 years with symptomatic FAI and OP who underwent arthroscopic surgery for the former and endoscopic pubic symphysectomy for the latter with a mean follow-up period of 2.9 years (range, 2.0 to 5.0 years). The visual analog scale (VAS) score, the Non-Arthritic Hip Score (NAHS), and patient satisfaction were measured. Complications and revision surgical procedures were reported, and preoperative and postoperative radiographs were assessed. RESULTS The mean preoperative VAS score of 6.7 (range, 4 to 8) improved to a mean postoperative VAS score of 1.5 (range, 0 to 7) (P = .03). The mean preoperative NAHS of 50.2 points (range, 21 to 78 points) improved to a mean postoperative NAHS of 84.7 points (range, 41 to 99 points) (P = .03). The mean patient satisfaction rating was 8.3 (range, 3 to 10). Two male patients had postoperative scrotal swelling that resolved spontaneously. There were no other complications. Preoperative and postoperative radiographs showed no anterior or posterior pelvic ring instability. One patient underwent pubic symphyseal arthrodesis because of continued pain. CONCLUSIONS Endoscopic pubic symphysectomy is a minimally invasive treatment for athletic OP with encouraging early outcomes that may be performed concurrently with surgery for FAI in co-afflicted patients. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, therapeutic case series.
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- Dean K Matsuda
- Kaiser West Los Angeles Medical Center, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A..
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- University Hospital Dexeus, Barcelona, Spain
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- Westchester Enriched Science High School, Los Angeles, California, U.S.A
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Matsuda DK, Sehgal B, Matsuda NA. Endoscopic Pubic Symphysectomy for Athletic Osteitis Pubis. Arthrosc Tech 2015; 4:e251-4. [PMID: 26258039 PMCID: PMC4523799 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2015.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2014] [Accepted: 02/13/2015] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Osteitis pubis is a common form of athletic pubalgia associated with femoroacetabular impingement. Endoscopic pubic symphysectomy was developed as a less invasive option than open surgical curettage for recalcitrant osteitis pubis. This technical note demonstrates the use of the anterior and suprapubic portals in the supine lithotomy position for endoscopic burr resection of pubic symphyseal fibrocartilage and hyaline endplates. Key steps include use of the suprapubic portal for burr resection of the posteroinferior symphysis and preservation of the posterior and arcuate ligaments. Endoscopic pubic symphysectomy is a minimally invasive bone-conserving surgery that retains stability and may be useful in the treatment of recalcitrant osteitis pubis or osteoarthritis. It nicely complements arthroscopic surgery for femoroacetabular impingement and may find broader application in this group of co-affected athletes.
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- Dean K. Matsuda
- DISC Sports and Spine Center, Marina del Rey, California, U.S.A.,Address correspondence to Dean K. Matsuda, M.D., DISC Sports and Spine Center, 13160 Mindanao Way, Ste 325, Marina del Rey, CA 90292, U.S.A.
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Ultrasound-guided Corticosteroid Injection for the Treatment of Athletic Pubalgia: A Series of 12 Cases. J Med Ultrasound 2015. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jmu.2014.11.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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McAleer SS, Gille J, Bark S, Riepenhof H. Management of chronic recurrent osteitis pubis/pubic bone stress in a Premier League footballer: Evaluating the evidence base and application of a nine-point management strategy. Phys Ther Sport 2015; 16:285-99. [PMID: 26150099 DOI: 10.1016/j.ptsp.2015.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2014] [Revised: 03/26/2015] [Accepted: 04/23/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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BACKGROUND/AIM The aim of this paper was to use a clinical example to describe a treatment strategy for the management of recurrent chronic groin pain and evaluate the evidence of the interventions. METHODS A professional footballer presented with chronic recurrent OP/PBS. The injury was managed successfully with a nine-point programme - 1. Acute pharmacological management. 2. Tone reduction of over-active structures. 3. Improved ROM at hips, pelvis and thorax. 4. Adductor strength. 5. Functional movement assessment. 6. Core stability. 7. Lumbo-pelvic control. 8. Gym-based strengthening. 9. Field-based conditioning/rehabilitation. The evidence for these interventions is reviewed. RESULTS The player returned to full training and match play within 41 and 50 days, respectively, and experienced no recurrence of his symptoms in follow up at 13 months. CONCLUSION This case report displays a nine-point conservative management strategy for OP/PBS, with non-time dependent clinical objective markers as the progression criteria in a Premier League football player.
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- Stephen S McAleer
- Department of Sports Medicine and Science, Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club, Brighton, UK; British Athletics, University of Bath Sports Training Village, Bath, BA2 7AY, UK.
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- Sektion Unfallchirurgie, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Lübeck, Germany
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- Sektion Unfallchirurgie, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Lübeck, Germany
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- Department of Sports Medicine and Science, Brighton and Hove Albion Football Club, Brighton, UK; Sektion Unfallchirurgie, University Hospital Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Lübeck, Germany
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Kazal LA, Karlson KA. Osteitis Pubis: Successful Treatment Using Medical Acupuncture. Med Acupunct 2015. [DOI: 10.1089/acu.2014.1088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- Louis A. Kazal
- Department of Community and Family Medicine, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, and Department of Orthopaedics, Dartmouth–Hitchcock Clinic, Lebanon, NH
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- Department of Community and Family Medicine, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, Hanover, NH, and Department of Orthopaedics, Dartmouth–Hitchcock Clinic, Lebanon, NH
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Symphysis pubis osteomyelitis with bilateral adductor muscles abscess. Case Rep Orthop 2015; 2014:982171. [PMID: 25580335 PMCID: PMC4279146 DOI: 10.1155/2014/982171] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/19/2014] [Accepted: 11/29/2014] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Osteomyelitis of the pubis symphysis is a rare condition. There have been various reports in the literature of inflammation and osteomyelitis as well as septic arthritis of pubic symphysis. However, due to the fact that these conditions are rare and that the usual presenting symptoms are very nonspecific, osteomyelitis of the pubic symphysis is often misdiagnosed, thus delaying definitive treatment. We present a case that to our knowledge is the first case in literature of osteomyelitis of the pubic symphysis in a 17-year-old boy with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), which was initially misdiagnosed and progressed to bilateral adductor abscesses. A high suspicion of such condition should be considered in a JIA patient who presents with symphysis or thigh pain.
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Yusuf E, Hofer M, Steinrücken J, Trampuz A, Borens O. Septic arthritis of the pubic symphysis caused by Streptococcus mitis. Acta Clin Belg 2014; 69:454-5. [PMID: 25109348 DOI: 10.1179/2295333714y.0000000059] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/31/2022]
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Septic arthritis of the pubic symphisis is distinguished from osteitis pubis by positive cultures. The symptoms, physical examination and laboratory findings of these two conditions are comparable. We present a case of 57-year-old woman with septic arthritis of pubic symphisis caused by Streptococcus mitis, a commensal oral flora that belongs to viridans group streptococci, which normally reside in the oral cavity, the gastrointestinal and the urogenital tract.
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