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Cueto RJ, Kakalecik J, Burns MQ, Janke RL, Hones KM, Hao KA, Wright LT, Buchanan TR, Aibinder WR, Patrick MR, Schoch BS, King JJ. Reported outcome measures in complex fracture elbow dislocations: a systematic review. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2024; 33:1709-1723. [PMID: 38609003 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2024.02.038] [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: 12/06/2023] [Revised: 02/04/2024] [Accepted: 02/17/2024] [Indexed: 04/14/2024]
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BACKGROUND Complex elbow fracture dislocations, dislocation with fracture of one or several surrounding bony stabilizers, are difficult to manage and associated with poor outcomes. While many studies have explored treatment strategies but a lack of standardization of patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) makes cross-study comparison difficult. In this systematic review, we aim to describe what injury patterns, measured outcomes, and associated complications are reported in the complex elbow fracture dislocation literature to provide outcome reporting recommendations that will facilitate improved future cross-study comparison. METHODS A systematic review was performed per Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines. We queried PubMed/MEDLINE, Embase, Web of Science, and Cochrane databases to identify articles published between 2010 and 2022 reporting on adult patients who had a complex elbow fracture dislocation. Pathologic fractures were excluded. A bias assessment using the methodological index for nonrandomized studies criteria was conducted. For each article, patient demographics, injury pattern, outcome measures, and complications were recorded. RESULTS Ninety-one studies reporting on 3664 elbows (3654 patients) with an elbow fracture and dislocation (weighted mean age 44 years, follow-up of 30 months, 41% female) were evaluated. Of these, the injury pattern was described in 3378 elbows and included 2951 (87%) terrible triad injuries and 72 (2%) transolecranon fracture-dislocations. The three most commonly reported classification systems were: Mason classification for radial head fractures, Regan and Morrey coronoid classification for coronoid fractures, and O'Driscoll classification for coronoid fractures. Range of motion was reported in 87 (96%) studies with most reporting flexion (n = 70), extension (n = 62), pronation (n = 68), or supination (n = 67). Strength was reported in 11 (12%) studies. PROMs were reported in 83 (91%) studies with an average of 2.6 outcomes per study. There were 14 outcome scores including the Mayo Elbow Performance Score (n = 69 [83%]), the Disabilities of Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) score (n = 28 [34%]), the visual analog scale for pain (n = 27 [33%]), QuickDASH score (n = 13 [15.7%]), and Oxford Elbow score (n = 5 [6.0%]). No significance was found between the number of PROMs used per article and the year of publication (P = .313), study type (P = .689), complex fracture pattern (P = .211), or number of elbows included (P = .152). CONCLUSION There is great heterogeneity in reported PROMs in the complex elbow fracture dislocation literature. Although there is no gold standard PROM for assessing complex elbow fracture dislocations, we recommend the use of at least the Mayo Elbow Performance Score and DASH outcomes measures as well as visual analog scale pain rating scale in future studies to facilitate cross-study comparisons.
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- Robert J Cueto
- College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- School of Medicine, Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH, USA
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- College of Health and Human Performance, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- College of Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, USA.
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Hamoodi Z, Watts AC. "How the Wrightington classification of traumatic elbow instability can simplify the algorithm for treatment". JSES Int 2023; 7:2569-2577. [PMID: 37969533 PMCID: PMC10638552 DOI: 10.1016/j.jseint.2022.12.002] [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: 02/03/2023] Open
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There are numerous injury patterns of elbow-fracture dislocation that can lead to confusion about the best surgical management. The Wrightington classification aims to provide a simple categorization based on the injury to the coronoid process and the three column concept of the elbow osseous stability that describes a medial column consisting of the anteromedial coronoid facet and sublime tubercle, the middlecolumn is the anterolateral coronoid facet, and the lateral column is the radial head and lateral ligament complex with a fulcrum for varus/valgus stability between the two coronoid facets. Injuries are classified as type A (anteromedial facet/medial-column), B (bifacet/ medial and middle-columns), B+ (bifacet with radial head/all three columns), C (combined radial head and anterolateral facet/middle and lateral-columns), D (distal to coronoid where coronoid is in continuity with olecranon process), and D+ (distal to coronoid with radial head fracture). With each bony injury pattern, we can anticipate which soft tissue constraints are likely to be involved and the importance of their repair to restore stability, and thereby develop algorithms for management. The Wrightington classification has been shown to be reliable and valid. A consecutive series of 60 patients with elbow-fracture dislocation managed according to the surgical algorithms of the Wrightington classification have been reported to have excellent outcomes with a median Mayo Elbow Performance Score of 100 (interquartile 85-100) and flexion/extension arc of movement of 123° (interquartile 101°-130°). In conclusion, the Wrightington classification of elbow-fracture dislocation is a comprehensive, reliable, and valid classification with treatment algorithms that are associated with good functional outcomes.
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- Zaid Hamoodi
- Wrightington Upper Limb Unit, Hall Lane, Appley Bridge, Wigan, England, United Kingdom
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- Wrightington Upper Limb Unit, Hall Lane, Appley Bridge, Wigan, England, United Kingdom
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Hamoodi Z, Singh J, Elvey MH, Watts AC. Functional outcomes of elbow injuries managed according to the Wrightington classification of elbow fracture-dislocations. Shoulder Elbow 2023; 15:94-103. [PMID: 36895597 PMCID: PMC9990100 DOI: 10.1177/17585732221113534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/23/2022] [Accepted: 06/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Background This study aims to review the functional outcomes of patients managed by the application of the Wrightington elbow fracture-dislocation classification system and its corresponding management algorithms. Methods This is a retrospective consecutive case series of patients over the age of 16 with an elbow fracture-dislocation managed according to the Wrightington classification. The primary outcome was the Mayo Elbow Performance Score (MEPS) at the last follow-up. Range of movement (ROM) and complications were collected as a secondary outcome. Results Sixty patients qualified for inclusion (32 female, 28 male) with a mean age of 48 years (19-84). Fifty-eight (97%) patients completed a minimum of three months follow-up. Mean follow-up was six months (3-18). The median MEPS at the final follow-up was 100 (interquartile range [IQR] 85-100) and median ROM of 123° (IQR 101-130) degrees. Four patients underwent secondary surgery and had improved outcomes with the average MEPS score improving from 65 to 94 following the second surgery. Conclusions The results of this study show that good outcomes can be achieved for complex elbow fracture-dislocations through pattern recognition and management with an anatomically based reconstruction algorithm as described by the Wrightington classification system.
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Cooper TB, Luo X, Chen Y, Chen X, Yan H, Zhou F. Anteroposterior Cannulated Screw Fixation of Coronoid Fractures in Terrible Triad Injuries: A Simple Syringe-guided Technique. Orthop Surg 2022; 14:2591-2597. [PMID: 36065502 PMCID: PMC9531109 DOI: 10.1111/os.13463] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/09/2021] [Revised: 07/08/2022] [Accepted: 07/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE The fixation of the coronoid fractures in terrible triad injuries is quite challenging. In this study, we introduce a minimally invasive technique using a syringe as a guide for insertion of the cannulated screw in an anterior to posterior fashion to fix the coronoid fracture in patients with terrible triad injuries. METHODS In this retrospective study, clinical data of patients suffering from terrible triad injuries between 2012 and 2019 were analyzed. Fifteen patients with an average age of 38.2 years old (21-56 years) were enrolled in this study, of which 12 were males and three were females. The Regan-Morrey type II and type III coronoid fractures in these patients were treated with cannulated screws, inserted anteriorly using a 1 mL syringe as a guide. Outcome measures included pain, range of motion, stability and daily function using Mayo Elbow Performance scores (MEPs). The anteroposterior and lateral radiographs were used for evaluating a healing fracture. RESULTS After a mean follow up of 44.2 months (range 13-80), the mean elbow flexion was 128.2°, extension was 12.3°, forearm pronation was 74.6° and supination was 73.6°. A concentric reduction was maintained without severe pain, stiffness, and radiographic evidence of instability in all patients during the follow-up period. The mean MEPs was 89.7 points. CONCLUSION The anteroposterior cannulated screw fixation via simple syringe guide is a minimally invasive and safe option for surgical treatment of coronoid fractures in terrible triad injuries.
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- Tokai B Cooper
- Department of Orthopedics (Division of Plastic and Hand Surgery), The Second Affiliated Hospital and YuYing Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics (Division of Plastic and Hand Surgery), The Second Affiliated Hospital and YuYing Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics (Division of Plastic and Hand Surgery), The Second Affiliated Hospital and YuYing Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics (Division of Plastic and Hand Surgery), The Second Affiliated Hospital and YuYing Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics (Division of Plastic and Hand Surgery), The Second Affiliated Hospital and YuYing Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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- Department of Orthopedics (Division of Plastic and Hand Surgery), The Second Affiliated Hospital and YuYing Children's Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, China
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Yan R, Wu Y, Xiang Z, Li S, Qi Y, Li H, Zhuang C, Feng G. A Novel Suture-Preset Spring Plate System (SSPS) for Comminuted Coronoid Process Fracture in the Elbow. Orthop Surg 2022; 14:2580-2590. [PMID: 36065574 PMCID: PMC9531073 DOI: 10.1111/os.13460] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2021] [Revised: 07/19/2022] [Accepted: 07/25/2022] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study is aimed to investigate the clinical outcomes of a novel SSPS for fixation of the comminuted coronoid fracture. METHODS A retrospective study was carried out in the patients with comminuted fractures of the coronoid treated by SPSS fixation between January 2014 and December 2018. A total of 17 patients (17 sides) was included in our study, including 11 male and six female, with a mean age range from 18 to 60. All cases started to functional rehabilitation immediately after the operation. Clinical outcomes were evaluated both radiographically and functionally at the follow-up visit, including the elbow instability, range of motion and Mayo elbow performance score (MEPS). RESULTS According to the O'Driscoll classification system, there was two side of type 1.2, two of type 2.1, four of type 2.2, three of type 2.3, two of 3.1 and four of type 3.2. The surgery was carried out by Kocher and anteromedial approach in 12 patients, posterior and anteromedial approach in four, anterior approach in one. The average operation time and intraoperative blood loss was 129.41±43.87 min and 115.29±104.65 ml. The median follow-up time was 9 months (range, 6 to 15 months). The mean flexion, extension, pronation and supination motion was 138.76±8.67 degrees, 20.00±13.58, 82.94±5.32and 74.12±14.39 respectively at final follow up. The mean MEPS score was 89.76±8.46, including 11 excellent, 3 good and 3 fair result. The mean VAS score was 1.94±0.97. The mean union time of coronoid fractures was 2.77±0.31 months according to the established standard of healing. There were no significant differences in clinical outcomes among groups according to the O'Driscoll classification (P > .05) and ligament repair strategy (P > .05). No patient underwent instability or dislocation of the elbow during follow up. There were two cases with mild ulnar nerve symptoms which recovered totally at follow up. Meanwhile, there were three cases with heterotopic ossification of the elbow. CONCLUSION Our findings demonstrated that the SSPS can provide a reliable fixation for the comminuted coronoid fracture with satisfactory clinical outcomes.
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- Ruijian Yan
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, China.,Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, China.,Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China.,Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, China.,Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, China.,Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China.,Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, China.,Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, China.,Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China.,Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, China.,Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, China.,Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China.,Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, China.,Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, China.,Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China.,Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, China.,Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, China.,Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China.,Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China
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- Ruijin Hospital, School of Medicine, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai, China
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou City, China.,Orthopedics Research Institute of Zhejiang University, Hangzhou City, China.,Key Laboratory of Motor System Disease Research and Precision Therapy of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China.,Clinical Research Center of Motor System Disease of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou City, China
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Colozza A, Menozzi M, Perna L, Cavaciocchi M, Martini I, Galavotti C, Padovani S. Results of arthroscopically assisted reduction and fixation of anteromedial facet coronoid fractures at short-term follow-up. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2022; 31:1890-1897. [PMID: 35550430 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2022.03.026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/06/2022] [Revised: 03/20/2022] [Accepted: 03/27/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Varus posteromedial rotatory instability is a typical pattern of elbow injury that involves fracture of the anteromedial facet (AMF) of the coronoid, as well as injuries to the lateral ligament complex and the posterior bundle of the medial collateral ligament. Some authors support the idea that subtype II AMF coronoid fractures require fixation to restore elbow stability, but this topic is still an issue in the literature. The purpose of this study was to assess the clinical and radiologic outcomes of arthroscopically assisted reduction and internal fixation (ARIF) of AMF fractures. METHODS This retrospective single-center trial evaluated consecutive patients who underwent ARIF of isolated subtype II AMF coronoid fractures between 2014 and 2020. At the final follow-up, the patients were examined for elbow range of motion, stability, and pain. Injury and post-treatment radiographs were reviewed to assess fracture healing and heterotopic ossification. RESULTS A total of 32 patients (21 male and 11 female patients) with a median age of 47 ± 16 years were included. The average follow-up period was 28 ± 12.4 months. Coronoid process fractures were fixed by cannulated screws in 26 cases (81.25%); in 2 of these cases, additional Kirschner wires were used. Two Kirschner wires were used in 1 case (3.12%), and in the remaining 5 cases (15.62%), osteosuture was used. The lateral ulnar collateral ligament was injured in 27 cases (84.4%) and was always repaired. Other associated lesions were medial collateral ligament injury, osteochondral lesion, and radial head fracture. There were no surgical complications. At the final follow-up, the average Mayo Elbow Performance Score was 98.4 ± 2.7 and the mean Oxford Elbow Score was 47.3 ± 1.4. No cases of nonunion were detected on radiographic assessment. CONCLUSIONS Although technically demanding, ARIF has several potential advantages in comparison to open surgery: less scarring, a decreased risk of infection, and less postoperative pain.
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- Alessandra Colozza
- Osteoarticular Department, Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera of Faenza, Faenza, Italy.
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- Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, Civil Hospital of Guastalla, Guastalla, Italy
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- Osteoarticular Department, Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera of Faenza, Faenza, Italy
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- Osteoarticular Department, Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera of Faenza, Faenza, Italy
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- Osteoarticular Department, Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera of Faenza, Faenza, Italy
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- Osteoarticular Department, Orthopaedic and Traumatology Unit, Azienda Ospedaliera of Faenza, Faenza, Italy
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Jung HS, Jang YH, Lee HI, Lee JS. Clinical comparison of the over-the-top and flexor carpi ulnaris split approaches for the treatment of anteromedial facet fracture of the coronoid process. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2021; 30:1750-1758. [PMID: 33675975 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2021.01.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2020] [Revised: 01/14/2021] [Accepted: 01/31/2021] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The flexor carpi ulnaris (FCU)-split approach and the over-the-top approach have been used frequently for the fixation of anteromedial facet (AMF) fractures of the coronoid process. Clinical studies have not compared functional recovery and complication rates associated with these approaches. This study aimed to compare the clinical effectiveness of the over-the-top and FCU-split approaches for the treatment of AMF fractures of the coronoid process. METHODS Thirty-two patients who underwent surgery for AMF fractures between January 2013 and August 2019 were divided into the FCU-split and over-the-top groups. The FCU-split approach was used from January 2013 to March 2016, and the over-the-top approach was used from April 2016 to August 2019. Bony union, radiographic signs of osteoarthritis (Broberg and Morrey classification), and development of heterotopic ossification were evaluated. Postoperative pain score (visual analog scale at 2 days after the operation), surgical time (minutes), range of motion of the elbow, elbow function (Mayo Elbow Performance Score [MEPS]), and the presence of postoperative ulnar neuropathy were also compared between the 2 groups. RESULTS The FCU-split and over-the-top approaches were performed in 15 and 17 patients, respectively. The mean age was 46 ± 13 years (range, 22-67 years), and the mean follow-up duration was 19± 6.7 months (range, 13-38 months). All coronoid fractures had a solid osseous union during the follow-up, and no subluxation or dislocation was observed in the 2 groups. The occurrence of heterotopic ossification and the grade of post-traumatic arthritis did not differ significantly between the groups (all P > .05). There were also no significant differences between the groups in terms of postoperative pain score, range of motion, and MEPS (all P > .05). However, the surgical time was shorter for the over-the-top approach than that for the FCU-split approach (79± 23 vs. 101 ± 14, P = .008), and the surgical time was significantly associated with the fracture classification and surgical approach (P = .001 and .003, respectively). In addition, postoperative ulnar neuropathy occurred less with the over-the-top approach than with the FCU-spilt approach (5.9% vs. 46%, P = .013). CONCLUSION Both the FCU-split and over-the-top approaches were appropriate for performing the buttress plate fixation for AMF fractures of the coronoid process and for restoring the elbow stability. The fixation of AMF fractures through the over-the-top approach was technically easier and had less incidence of postoperative ulnar neuropathy.
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- Hyoung-Seok Jung
- Department of Orthropaedic Surgery, Hospital of Chung-Ang University of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthropaedic Surgery, Hospital of Chung-Ang University of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Ilsan-Paik Hospital, Inje University College of Medicine, Goyang, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthropaedic Surgery, Hospital of Chung-Ang University of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea.
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BACKGROUND Complex fracture-dislocations of the elbow, including terrible triad of the elbow, are serious injuries with guarded outcomes in adults. Although described extensively in adults, little is known about similar complex fracture-dislocations of the elbow in the pediatric population. The purpose of this study was to describe patterns of elbow dislocations with associated fractures in children and report the outcomes of these injuries. METHODS This was a retrospective review of patients who presented to a level I trauma center from 2007 to 2019 with an elbow dislocation and at least 2 associated fractures. Demographic data, fracture locations, and treatment modality were recorded. Operative reports and radiographs were reviewed to determine clinical outcomes and complications. RESULTS A total of 26 patients (mean age, 9.8 y) were identified. The majority of patients sustained an elbow dislocation and a medial epicondyle fracture (n=16). The most common third fractures involved the lateral condyle (n=8) or radial neck (n=7). At mean 6.03±3.11 months follow-up, 3 patients lacked ≥10 degrees of extension, and 2 patients lacked ≥15 degrees of flexion. Most patients had a Flynn score of "excellent" (n=20, 76.9%) or "good" (n=2, 7.7%). One patient with significant residual stiffness (>30 degrees flexion contracture) eventually underwent open contracture release. CONCLUSIONS The most common complex elbow fracture-dislocation pattern in this series was an elbow dislocation with fracture of the medial epicondyle and lateral condyle or radial neck. In contrast to adult terrible triad injuries, most patients had a favorable clinical outcome, with nearly 80% excellent results and a low rate of complications. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level IV-case series.
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Lanzerath F, Hackl M, Wegmann K, Müller LP, Leschinger T. The treatment of anteromedial coronoid facet fractures: a systematic review. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2021; 30:942-948. [PMID: 33010433 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2020.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2020] [Revised: 08/31/2020] [Accepted: 09/08/2020] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Fractures of the anteromedial facet (AMF) of the coronoid process are caused by a varus posteromedial rotational injury force, leading to instability in the ulnohumeral joint. AMF fractures are usually accompanied by avulsion of the lateral ulnar collateral ligament (LUCL). O'Driscoll's description and classification of AMF coronoid fractures has increased awareness and interest in this injury, but the optimal treatment has yet to be decided. METHODS We systematically reviewed the available literature searching electronic databases, MEDLINE using the PubMed interface and Embase. The primary objective was to determine outcome scores but also complication and revision rates depending on the fracture and its therapy in order to gain a more comprehensive picture. The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses guidelines were applied. RESULTS Initially, 304 publications were identified. Finally, 10 studies were left for inclusion, all of them retrospective in design, comprising 128 patients; the majority of them were male (75.7%). A total of 114 patients (89.1%) were treated surgically and 14 patients (10.9%) were treated conservatively. Among the surgically treated patients, 70.2% were treated with LUCL refixation. The average Mayo Elbow Performance Score of the surgically treated patients was 91.5 points. The average Mayo Elbow Performance Score of the conservatively treated patients was 91.4 points. A total of 10 patients (7.8%) required reoperation. CONCLUSION Surgery of AMF fractures leads to a satisfactory functional outcome in the vast majority of patients independent of the subtype. An algorithm for LUCL fixation is still pending. Conservative treatment may be considered under strict preconditions, especially for nondisplaced subtype 1 and 2 fractures, as these fractures show satisfactory functional outcomes when treated nonoperatively.
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- Fabian Lanzerath
- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, Cologne, Germany.
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Cologne, Cologne, Germany
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陈 涛, 马 信, 马 剑, 余 润, 喻 德. [Short-term effectiveness of free radial head reconstruction of coronoid process combined with artificial radial head replacement in treatment of complex terrible triad of elbow]. ZHONGGUO XIU FU CHONG JIAN WAI KE ZA ZHI = ZHONGGUO XIUFU CHONGJIAN WAIKE ZAZHI = CHINESE JOURNAL OF REPARATIVE AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY 2021; 35:139-143. [PMID: 33624463 PMCID: PMC8171685 DOI: 10.7507/1002-1892.202009081] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/17/2020] [Revised: 12/13/2020] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the short-term effectiveness of free radial head reconstruction of coronoid process, artificial radial head replacement, and ulna olecranon internal fixation in the treatment of the complex terrible triad of the elbow. METHODS Retrospective analysis was made on the clinical data of 12 patients with complex terrible triad of the elbow treated with free radial head reconstruction of coronoid process, artificial radial head replacement, and ulna olecranon internal fixation between April 2011 and April 2018. There were 8 males and 4 females with an average age of 44.5 years (range, 26-62 years). The causes of injury included 5 cases of traffic accident, 7 cases of falling from hight. The Regan-Morrey classification of ulnar coronoid process fractures was type Ⅲ; Mason classification of radial head fractures was type Ⅲ in 7 cases and type Ⅳ in 5 cases. The time from injury to operation was 5-14 days, with an average of 6.0 days. The operation time, intraoperative blood loss, and complications were recorded. After operation, X-ray film of elbow joint was reexamined, fracture healing condition was observed, and fracture healing time was recorded. The flexion, extension, and rotation of the elbow joints on the healthy and affected sides were recorded and measured. The elbow function was evaluated according to Mayo elbow function score. RESULTS The operation time was 90-140 minutes (mean, 110 minutes); the intraoperative blood loss was 100-300 mL (mean, 150 mL). None of the patients had vascular injury during the operation. One patient developed numbness in the ulnar nerve innervation area and recovered completely after symptomatic treatment for 1 week. All the 12 patients were followed up 12-22 months, with an average of 16 months. At last follow-up, the fracture healed completely, 1 patient developed ectopic ossification of elbow joint, and 2 patients developed traumatic arthritis of elbow joint. No internal fixation-related complications occurred. There was no significant difference in the range of motion of elbow flexion, extension, pronation, and supination between the affected and healthy sides ( P>0.05). The median Mayo elbow function score was 96, and the interquartile range was (94, 97), and the excellent and good rate was 91.7%. CONCLUSION For patients with complex terrible triad of the elbow with ulna coronoid process fractures of Regan-Morrey type Ⅲ and radial head fractures of Mason type Ⅲ, Ⅳ combined with ulna olecranon fractures, the free radial head reconstruction, artificial radial head replacement, and ulna olecranon internal fixation, through active rehabilitation function exercise after operation, can achieve more satisfactory short-term effectiveness.
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- 涛 陈
- 天津医科大学研究生学院(天津 300070)Postgraduate Institute, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, 300070, P.R.China
- 安徽省第二人民医院骨科(合肥 230041)Department of Orthopaedics, Anhui No.2 Provincal People’s Hospital, Hefei Anhui, 230041, P.R.China
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- 天津医科大学研究生学院(天津 300070)Postgraduate Institute, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, 300070, P.R.China
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- 天津医科大学研究生学院(天津 300070)Postgraduate Institute, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, 300070, P.R.China
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- 天津医科大学研究生学院(天津 300070)Postgraduate Institute, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, 300070, P.R.China
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- 天津医科大学研究生学院(天津 300070)Postgraduate Institute, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, 300070, P.R.China
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Wallace WA. CORR Insights®: What Factors Are Associated with Reoperation after Operative Treatment of Terrible Triad Injuries? Clin Orthop Relat Res 2021; 479:126-128. [PMID: 33369587 PMCID: PMC7899491 DOI: 10.1097/corr.0000000000001446] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2020] [Accepted: 07/14/2020] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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- W Angus Wallace
- W. A. Wallace, University of Nottingham, Division of Orthopaedic and Accident Surgery, Queen's Medical Centre, Nottingham, UK
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Schindelar LE, Sherman M, Ilyas AM. Comparison of Surgical Techniques for Fixation of Terrible Triad Injuries of the Elbow: A Meta-Analysis. Orthopedics 2020; 43:328-332. [PMID: 33002185 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20200923-04] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2020] [Accepted: 05/18/2020] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Treatment of the terrible triad injury of the elbow remains a difficult problem. There are several ways to treat the radial head and coronoid fractures; controversy still exists regarding the best way to treat each. The purpose of this meta-analysis was to compare the clinical outcomes of radial head and coronoid fractures treated using current protocols. No differences in functional outcomes were found between the different surgical techniques. There is no superior current protocol for treating these injuries. Surgical treatment should be dictated by fracture type and surgeon experience. [Orthopedics. 2020;43(6):328-332.].
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Saini UC, Neradi D, Kumar D, Bacchal V, Sodavarapu P, Shetty A. Letter to the Editor Regarding "Lateral Approach and Combined Lateral and Anteromedial Approach for Surgical Treatment of Terrible Triad of Elbow: A Meta-Analysis.". Bull Emerg Trauma 2020; 8:207-208. [PMID: 32944584 PMCID: PMC7468219 DOI: 10.30476/beat.2020.86013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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- Uttam Chand Saini
- Department of Orthopaedics, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Sector 12, Chandigarh 160012, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Sector 12, Chandigarh 160012, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Sector 12, Chandigarh 160012, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Sector 12, Chandigarh 160012, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Sector 12, Chandigarh 160012, India
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Sector 12, Chandigarh 160012, India
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Meena MK, Singh K, Meena S, Kumbhare C, Chouhan D. Response to the Letter to Editor Regarding "Lateral Approach and Combined Lateral and Anteromedial Approach for Surgical Treatment of Terrible Triad of Elbow: A Meta-Analysis". Bull Emerg Trauma 2020; 8:209. [PMID: 32944585 PMCID: PMC7468215 DOI: 10.30476/beat.2020.86026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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- Department of Orthopedics, LHMC, New Delhi, India ,Corresponding Author: Sanjay Meena, Address: Department of Orthopedics, LHMC, New Delhi, India. e-mail:
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