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Since its introduction in 1966, the Bröstrom repair has been the workhorse for the treatment of chronic ankle instability. The procedure has expanded with the advent of arthroscopy, ultrasound, and other techniques. Because chronic ankle sprains/instability pose a barrier to athletes who perform high-level activities for a living, discussions concerning postoperative recovery and return to play criteria are important. Here we present an update on the Bröstrom-Gould procedure from preoperative management to return to play.Level of Evidence: Level V.
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Affiliation(s)
- Daniel Chiou
- Warren Alpert Medical School, Providence, Rhode Island
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- Foot and Ankle Service, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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- Foot and Ankle Service, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts
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Tsai CS, Huang MT, Jou IM, Wu PT, Ko PY. Arthroscopic modified Broström may improve function while anatomic reconstructions could enhance stability for chronic lateral ankle instability: A network meta-analysis. Foot Ankle Surg 2024:S1268-7731(24)00114-0. [PMID: 38811273 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2024.05.008] [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: 12/19/2023] [Revised: 03/18/2024] [Accepted: 05/20/2024] [Indexed: 05/31/2024]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this systematic review and network meta-analysis was to compare the efficacy of different surgical treatments, including open and arthroscopic modified Broström procedures (MB), anatomical reconstructions, and suture tape augmentations (STA), for chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI). METHODS We conducted a systematic search for comparative studies that included adult patients with CLAI who underwent open MB, arthroscopic MB, reconstruction with autografts or allografts, and STA. We used a random-effects model to present the NMA results, with mean differences and 95 % confidence intervals (CI) for continuous measures and relative ratios with 95 % CI for dichotomous variables. Surface under the cumulative ranking curve analysis (SUCRA) was used for treatment ranking. RESULTS The results, based on surface under the cumulative ranking curve analysis, showed that arthroscopic MB likely improves functional outcomes the most as measured by change in American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle-hindfoot scores. Anatomical graft reconstructions with allografts or autografts demonstrated greater reduction in anterior talar translation (ATT) and talar tilt angle (TTA). Arthroscopic MB and STA were associated with fewer complications. CONCLUSIONS Arthroscopic MB may be associated with better functional outcomes, while anatomical reconstructions appear to provide greater improvements in stability for CLAI. Additionally, arthroscopic techniques seem to have lower complication risks compared to open procedures. These potential differences in outcomes and risks between techniques could help guide surgical decision-making.
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- Chun-Sheng Tsai
- Department of Orthopedics, Kaohsiung Veterans General Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- GEG Orthopedic Clinic, Tainan, Taiwan; Department of Orthopedics, E-Da Hospital, Kaohsiung, Taiwan; School of Medicine, College of Medicine, I-Shou University, Kaohsiung, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedics, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan; Department of Biomedical Engineering, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan; Department of Orthopedics, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan; Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan
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- Department of Orthopedics, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan, Taiwan.
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Flaherty DJ, McGuigan J, Cullen SE, Pillai A. Brace for Impact: A Retrospective Analysis of the Modified Broström-Gould Procedure With and Without Internal Brace Augmentation. Cureus 2023; 15:e44563. [PMID: 37790020 PMCID: PMC10544822 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.44563] [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: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 10/05/2023] Open
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Background Chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI) is caused by lateral ankle ligament weakness or rupture secondary to recurrent sprains. The surgical management has traditionally involved a modified Broström-Gould (MBG) procedure with or without internal brace (IB) augmentation. This study aims to demonstrate the improved outcomes for patients undergoing an MBG procedure with IB augmentation for CLAI. Methodology A retrospective analysis was performed among 40 patients undergoing an MBG procedure with or without IB for CLAI at a large teaching hospital between January 2012 and June 2019. Functional outcomes were measured using the Manchester-Oxford Foot Questionnaire (MOxFQ). Clinic letters were reviewed to assess additional outcomes including postoperative complications, revision surgery rate, time in a plaster cast, and time to full weight-bearing. Results A total of 23 patients were included in the study, with seven undergoing both MBG and IB procedures and 16 undergoing MBG intervention alone. The average age was 37.1 years in the IB group and 35.7 years in the MBG group. The mean MOxFQ overall raw scores (10.9 vs. 33.6, p < 0.016), standing and walking MOxFQ subscale (4 vs. 15.2, p < 0.012), pain MOxFQ subscale (4.86 vs. 10.9, p < 0.042), and social interaction subscale (2 vs. 7.5 p < 0.023) all showed significantly better results for the IB group versus the MBG group. Patients in the IB group had significantly less number of weeks in plaster than the MBG group and were able to fully weight bear sooner (4.14 vs. 6, p < 0.01). The MBG group suffered a postoperative complication in seven patients compared to zero in the IB group (p < 0.057). There were three re-ruptures in the MBG group requiring further revision surgery compared to zero in the IB group (3 vs. 0, p < 0.53). Conclusions MBG surgery with IB augmentation for CLAI appears to have better outcomes in terms of overall function and may have fewer overall complications. The IB group displayed a lower recurrence of pain, less time in a plaster cast, and a quicker return to walking.
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- Trauma and Orthopaedics, Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester, GBR
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- Trauma and Orthopaedics, Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester, GBR
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- Trauma and Orthopaedics, Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester, GBR
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Hunt KJ, Hewitt MA, Buckley SE, Bartolomei J, Myerson MS, Hogan MV, Laf Committee ISAKOS. Ligament augmentation repair is broadly applied across different orthopaedic subspecialities: an ISAKOS international survey of orthopaedic surgeons. J ISAKOS 2023; 8:239-245. [PMID: 37100118 DOI: 10.1016/j.jisako.2023.04.004] [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: 06/03/2022] [Revised: 08/30/2022] [Accepted: 04/14/2023] [Indexed: 04/28/2023]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate how ligament augmentation repair (LAR) techniques are currently used in different anatomic regions in orthopaedic sports medicine, and to identify the most common indications and limitations of LAR. METHODS We sent survey invitations to 4,000 members of the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine society. The survey consisted of 37 questions total, with members only receiving some branching questions specific to their area of specialisation. Data were analysed using descriptive statistics, and the significance between groups was evaluated using chi-square tests of independence. RESULTS Of 515 surveys received, 502 were complete and included for the analysis (97% completion rate). 27% of respondents report from Europe, 26% South America, 23% Asia, 15% North America, 5.2% Oceania, and 3.4% Africa. 75% of all survey respondents report using LAR, most frequently using it for the anterior talofibular ligament ( 69%), acromioclavicular joint ( 58%), and the anterior cruciate ligament (51%). Surgeons in Asia report using LAR the most (80%), and surgeons in Africa the least (59%). LAR is most commonly indicated for additional stability (72%), poor tissue quality (54%), and more rapid return-to-play (47%). LAR users state their greatest limitation is cost (62%), while non-LAR users state their greatest reason not to use LAR is that patients do well without it (46%). We also find that the frequency of LAR use among surgeons may differ based on practice characteristics and training. For example, surgeons who treat athletes at the professional or Olympic level are significantly more likely to have a high annual use of LAR (20+ cases) compared to surgeons that treat only recreational athletes (45% and 25%, respectively, p = 0.005). CONCLUSION LAR is broadly applied in orthopaedics but its rate of use is not homogeneous. Outcomes and perceived benefits vary depending on factors such as surgeon specialty and treatment population. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level V.
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- Kenneth J Hunt
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1635 Aurora Ct., 4th Floor, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1635 Aurora Ct., 4th Floor, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1635 Aurora Ct., 4th Floor, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1635 Aurora Ct., 4th Floor, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1635 Aurora Ct., 4th Floor, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1635 Aurora Ct., 4th Floor, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, 1635 Aurora Ct., 4th Floor, Aurora, CO, 80045, USA
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Yang Q, Liu J, Liu C, Zhou P, Zhu D. Modified Brostrom-Gould surgical procedure for chronic lateral ankle instability compared with other operations: a systematic review and meta-analysis. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2022; 23:981. [PMID: 36371233 PMCID: PMC9652866 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-022-05957-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2022] [Accepted: 11/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background This study performed a randomized trial data meta-analysis to assess The Modified Brostrom-Gould (MBG) for proven chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI). Methods All published randomized clinical trials comparing MBG and other operations were found by searching the Cochrane Library, EMBASE, and PubMed databases. The Review Manager 5.4 software was used to compare the two groups regarding postoperative functional score, ankle stability, and complications. Risk Ratio (RR) and Mean Differences (MD) were used in meta-analyses. Results 8 experiments are suitable for it, 426 patients were enrolled, and 222 patients underwent other operations surgery. Among the six outcome indicators, in terms of FAOS scores, the other operations group has an advantage, 6.53 points higher than MBG; others show no significant differences. Conclusions Based on this meta-analysis, the authors believe that other surgical groups can achieve better outcomes than MBG in some aspects of CLAI treatment.
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Jain NP, Ayyaswamy B, Griffiths A, Alderton E, Kostusiak M, Limaye RV. Is Internal brace augmentation a gold standard treatment compared to isolated Modified Brostrom Gould repair for chronic lateral ligament ankle instability? Effect on functional outcome and Return to preinjury activity: A retrospective analysis. Foot (Edinb) 2022; 50:101865. [PMID: 35248918 DOI: 10.1016/j.foot.2021.101865] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2021] [Revised: 07/09/2021] [Accepted: 09/19/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Modified Brostrom Gould (MBG) repair is widely accepted procedure for chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI), but there are limitations with regards to strength of repair and risk of reinjury and complications. Internal brace has been recently used as augmentation of standard MBG repair. It provides stronger construct, facilitates early mobilisation and protects repaired ligament with minimal surgical morbidity. The aim of present study is to compare the outcome of MBG repair without and with Internal brace augmentation (IB) in CLAI. METHODS Retrospective analysis of 172 patients with CLAI who underwent MBG repair with or without IBA between November 2017 and October 2019. Patients were evaluated for Visual analogue scale (VAS), Manchester-oxford foot questionnaire (MOxFQ), Patients subjective satisfaction and return to preinjury activity level. RESULTS 148 patients were included in the study with 87 in MBG group and 61 in IB group. The mean age, average injury-surgery interval and mean follow up duration was 40.6 ± 11.2 vs 37.5 ± 14.7 years, 13.1 ± 10.3 vs 14.1 ± 8 months and mean follow up duration of 24.2 ± 5.1 vs 20.7 ± 6.0 months respectively (p > 0.05). The mean time to return to preinjury activity level was significantly better in IB group compared to MBG group of 12.1 ± 2.3 vs 20.3 ± 3.9 weeks, p < 0.001. 55 (90.2%) patients in IB and 73 (83.7%) in MBG group return to preinjury activity level. Mean postoperative VAS score (1.9 ± 1.5 vs. 1.7 ± 1.4, p = 0.428), Mean MOxFQ score (19.7 ± 22.2 vs. 18.2 ± 15.4, p = 0.674) showed no significant difference between MBG and IB group respectively, at final follow up. CONCLUSION The use of IB augmentation with MBG repair showed significantly better outcome in terms of early rehabilitation and return to preinjury activity level compared to isolated MBG repair. The functional outcome and VAS score were better in IB group compared to MBG group with no significant difference. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV retrospective study.
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- Nimesh P Jain
- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, North Tees & Hartlepool University Hospital and NHS Foundation Trust, Stockton on Tees, United Kingdom.
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, North Tees & Hartlepool University Hospital and NHS Foundation Trust, Stockton on Tees, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, North Tees & Hartlepool University Hospital and NHS Foundation Trust, Stockton on Tees, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, North Tees & Hartlepool University Hospital and NHS Foundation Trust, Stockton on Tees, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, North Tees & Hartlepool University Hospital and NHS Foundation Trust, Stockton on Tees, United Kingdom
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, North Tees & Hartlepool University Hospital and NHS Foundation Trust, Stockton on Tees, United Kingdom
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Lan R, Piatt ET, Bolia IK, Haratian A, Hasan L, Peterson AB, Howard M, Korber S, Weber AE, Petrigliano FA, Tan EW. Suture Tape Augmentation in Lateral Ankle Ligament Surgery: Current Concepts Review. FOOT & ANKLE ORTHOPAEDICS 2021; 6:24730114211045978. [PMID: 35097476 PMCID: PMC8532228 DOI: 10.1177/24730114211045978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Chronic lateral ankle instability (CLAI) is a condition that is characterized by persistent disability and recurrent ankle sprains while encompassing both functional and mechanical (laxity) instability. Failure of conservative treatment for CLAI often necessitates operative intervention to restore the stability of the ankle joint. The traditional or modified Broström techniques have been the gold standard operative approaches to address CLAI with satisfactory results; however, patients with generalized ligament laxity (GLL), prior unsuccessful repair, high body mass index, or high-demand athletes may experience suboptimal outcomes. Synthetic ligament constructs have been tested as an adjunct to orthopedic procedures to reinforce repaired or reconstructed ligaments or tendons with the hope of early mobilization, faster rehabilitation, and long-term prevention of instability. Suture tape augmentation is useful to address CLAI. Multiple operative techniques have been described. Because of the heterogeneity among the reported techniques and variability in postoperative rehabilitation protocols, it is difficult to evaluate whether the use of suture tape augmentation provides true clinical benefit in patients with CLAI. This review aims to provide a comprehensive outline of all the current techniques using suture tape augmentation for treatment of CLAI as well as present recent research aimed at guiding evidence-based protocols.
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- Rae Lan
- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine at Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine at Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine at Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine at Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine at Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine at Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine at Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine at Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine at Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine at Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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- USC Epstein Family Center for Sports Medicine at Keck Medicine of USC, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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