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Stornebrink T, Walinga AB, Stufkens SA, Kerkhoffs GM. Wide-Awake Needle Arthroscopy of the Anterior Ankle: A Standardized Approach. Arthrosc Tech 2024; 13:102901. [PMID: 38690356 PMCID: PMC11056615 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2023.102901] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 12/01/2023] [Indexed: 05/02/2024] Open
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Over the years, possibilities in ankle arthroscopy have evolved from diagnostic inspection to complex interventional procedures. Further innovation may come from needle arthroscopy, which has improved substantially in image quality in recent years and can now be used for interventional procedures as well. We here present a standardized approach to wide-awake needle arthroscopy of the anterior ankle under local anesthesia. As new needle arthroscopic procedures of the ankle arise, this approach serves to help ensure safe, uniform, and beneficial adoption of this emergent technique.
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Affiliation(s)
- Tobias Stornebrink
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health & Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health & Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health & Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Address correspondence to Gino M.M.J. Kerkhoffs, M.D., Ph.D., Amsterdam UMC, location AMC, department of Orthopedic Surgery, Meibergdreef 9, 1105AZ Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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Blankenburg N, Henkelmann R, Theopold J, Löffler S, Hepp P. Comparison of needle and conventional arthroscopy for visualisation of predefined anatomical structures of the knee joint: a feasibility study in human cadavers and patients. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2024; 25:212. [PMID: 38475756 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-024-07346-9] [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: 09/13/2023] [Accepted: 03/08/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND In terms of the optics used for Knee arthroscopy, a large number of different endoscopes are currently available. However, the use of the 30° optics in knee arthroscopy has been established as the standard procedure for many years. As early as the 1990s, needle arthroscopy was occasionally used as a diagnostic tool. In addition to the development of conventional optics technology in terms of camera and resolution, needle arthroscopes are now available with chip-on-tip image sensor technology. To date, no study has compared the performance of this kind of needle arthroscopy versus standard arthroscopy in the clinical setting in terms of the visibility of anatomical landmarks. In this monocentric prospective feasibility study, our aim was to evaluate predefined anatomical landmarks of the knee joint using needle arthroscopy (0° optics) and conventional knee arthroscopy (30° optics) and compare their performance during knee surgery. METHODS Examinations were performed on eight cadavers and seven patients who required elective knee arthroscopy. Two surgeons independently performed the examinations on these 15 knee joints, so that we were able to compare a total of 30 examinations. The focus was on the anatomical landmarks that could be visualized during a conventional diagnostic knee arthroscopy procedure. The quality of visibility was evaluated using a questionnaire. RESULTS In summary, the average visibility for all the anatomic landmarks was rated 4.98/ 5 for the arthroscopy using 30° optics. For needle arthroscopy, an average score of 4.89/ 5 was obtained. Comparatively, the needle arthroscope showed slightly limited visibility of the retropatellar gliding surface in eight (4.5/ 5 vs. 5/ 5), medial rim of the patella in four (4.85/ 5 vs. 5/ 5), and suprapatellar recess in four (4.83/ 5 vs. 5/ 5) cases. Needle arthroscopy was slightly better at visualizing the posterior horn of the medial meniscus in four knee joints (4.9/ 5 vs. 4.85/ 5). CONCLUSION Needle arthroscopy is a promising technology with advantages in terms of minimally invasive access and good visibility of anatomical landmarks. However, it also highlights some limitations, particularly in cases with challenging anatomy or the need for a wide field of view.
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- Notker Blankenburg
- Department of Orthopedic, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, University of Leipzig, Liebigstraße 20, Leipzig, 04103, Germany.
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- Department of Orthopedic, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, University of Leipzig, Liebigstraße 20, Leipzig, 04103, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, University of Leipzig, Liebigstraße 20, Leipzig, 04103, Germany
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- Institute of Anatomy, University of Leipzig, Liebigstraße 13, Leipzig, 04103, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, University of Leipzig, Liebigstraße 20, Leipzig, 04103, Germany
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Walinga AB, Dahmen J, Stornebrink T, Emanuel KS, Kerkhoffs GMMJ. Fifteen out of 16 elite athletes showed concomitant low-grade cartilage lesions of the ankle with unstable syndesmotic injuries: concerns from a prospective case series. BMJ Open Sport Exerc Med 2024; 10:e001879. [PMID: 38440746 PMCID: PMC10910472 DOI: 10.1136/bmjsem-2023-001879] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 02/13/2024] [Indexed: 03/06/2024] Open
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Objectives This study aimed to determine the incidence rate and characterise the location and severity of cartilage lesions in the ankle in elite athletes undergoing suture-button stabilisation for unstable distal syndesmotic injuries using needle arthroscopic examination. The feasibility and safety of ad hoc needle arthroscopy and its assisted interventions were also assessed. Methods This prospective case series included elite athletes undergoing surgical stabilisation between April 2021 and June 2023. Procedures involved suture button fixation and needle arthroscopy, conducted by a single ankle fellow-trained surgeon. Ankle cartilage lesions were graded using the Cheng and Ferkel classification and located using the nine-zone grid. The study followed the STROBE statement. Results This study included 16 elite athletes undergoing surgery for distal syndesmotic injuries, with 75% having acute and 25% chronic injuries. Cartilage lesions were prevalent (n=15/16, 94%), mainly at the talar dome (90%), and primarily scored as grade 1 (33%) or grade 2 (67%). Distal tibia cartilage damage occurred in 13% of cases. All patients were diagnosed with an instability of the syndesmosis confirmed through needle arthroscopy and were treated with a suture button (one or two buttons) fixation. Conclusion In 15/16 elite athletes with syndesmotic injuries, concomitant ankle cartilage lesions were identified through needle arthroscopy. In addition, most of the lesions were classified as grade 1 or 2, denoting superficial damage. Needle arthroscopic interventions proved feasible and safe for confirming syndesmotic instability and addressing intra-articular pathologies.
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- Alex B Walinga
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC Locatie AMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration on Health & Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam UMC Locatie AMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC Locatie AMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration on Health & Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam UMC Locatie AMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC Locatie AMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration on Health & Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam UMC Locatie AMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC Locatie AMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration on Health & Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam UMC Locatie AMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC Locatie AMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration on Health & Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam UMC Locatie AMC, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Gianakos AL, Kennedy JG. In-Office Needle Arthroscopy: Indications, Surgical Techniques, Tips, and Tricks. J Am Acad Orthop Surg Glob Res Rev 2024; 8:01979360-202402000-00015. [PMID: 38385718 PMCID: PMC10883628 DOI: 10.5435/jaaosglobal-d-23-00124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/25/2023] [Accepted: 01/16/2024] [Indexed: 02/23/2024]
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In-office needle arthroscopy (IONA) has gained increased attention as a minimally invasive alternative to standard arthroscopy performed in the operating room (OR) setting. IONA uses instrumentation that is markedly smaller in size and diameter making arthroscopy less invasive. Less OR equipment and less OR staff are required resulting in procedures that may be more accessible and less expensive. IONA is typically performed using local intra-articular blocks, thereby reducing the need for regional anesthesia or general anesthesia along with its associated risks. Using a clinic setting rather than an OR reduces the cost and increases the efficiency of the procedure. This article will present the indications for IONA in upper and lower extremity injuries and will describe the best practice office setup. Technical pearls and pitfalls will also be discussed.
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- Arianna L Gianakos
- From the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yale Medicine, Orthopaedics, and Rehabilitation, New Haven, CT (Dr. Gianakos), and the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, NYU Langone Health, New York, NY (Dr. Kennedy)
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Walinga AB, Stornebrink T, Emanuel KS, Kievit AJ, Janssen SJ, Kerkhoffs GMMJ. Failure rates in surgical treatment in adults with bacterial arthritis of a native joint: a systematic review of 8,586 native joints. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2023; 143:6547-6559. [PMID: 37395855 PMCID: PMC10541340 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-023-04958-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [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: 08/23/2022] [Accepted: 06/22/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Most adult cases of bacterial-septic-arthritis of a native joint are effectively managed with a single surgical debridement, but some cases may require more than one debridement to control the infection. Consequently, this study assessed the failure rate of a single surgical debridement in adults with bacterial arthritis of a native joint. Additionally, risk factors for failure were assessed. MATERIALS AND METHODS The review protocol was registered on PROSPERO (CRD42021243460) before data collection and conducted in line with the 'Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses' (PRISMA) guidelines. Multiple libraries were systematically searched to identify articles including patients reporting on the incidence of failure (i.e. persistence of infection requiring reoperation) of the treatment of bacterial arthritis. The quality of individual evidence were assessed using the Quality in Prognosis Studies (QUIPS) tool. Failure rates were extracted from included studies and pooled. Risk factors for failure were extracted and grouped. Moreover, we evaluated which risk factors were significantly associated with failure. RESULTS Thirty studies (8,586 native joints) were included in the final analysis. The overall pooled failure rate was 26% (95% CI 20 to 32%). The failure rate of arthroscopy and arthrotomy was 26% (95% CI 19 to 34%) and 24% (95% CI 17 to 33%), respectively. Seventy-nine potential risk factors were extracted and grouped. Moderate evidence was found for one risk factor (synovial white blood cell count), and limited evidence was found for five risk factors (i.e. sepsis, large joint infection, the volume of irrigation, blood urea nitrogen-test, and blood urea nitrogen/creatinine ratio). CONCLUSION A single surgical debridement fails to control bacterial arthritis of a native joint in approximately a quarter of all adult cases. Limited to moderate evidence exists that risk factors associated with failure are: synovial white blood cell count, sepsis, large joint infection, and the volume of irrigation. These factors should urge physicians to be especially receptive to signs of an adverse clinical course.
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- Alex B. Walinga
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sport, Musculoskeletal Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sport, Musculoskeletal Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sport, Musculoskeletal Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, CAPHRI Care and Public Health Research Institute, Maastricht University Medical Center+, Maastricht, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sport, Musculoskeletal Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sport, Musculoskeletal Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sport, Musculoskeletal Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), International Olympic Committee (IOC) Research Center Amsterdam UMC), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Walinga AB, Dahmen J, Stornebrink T, Kerkhoffs GM. Needle Arthroscopy for Osteochondral Lesions of the First Metatarsophalangeal Joint: A Standardized Approach. Arthrosc Tech 2023; 12:e1015-e1019. [PMID: 37533903 PMCID: PMC10390708 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2023.02.041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/24/2022] [Accepted: 02/15/2023] [Indexed: 08/04/2023] Open
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Cartilage and osteochondral lesions of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP-1) joint are characterized by pain during weight bearing and walking. The lesions often require surgical intervention(s). Arthroscopic bone marrow stimulation may be considered the preferred operative intervention for small lesions. Technological advances, patient preferences, and economic considerations combine to foster the development of minimally invasive needle arthroscopic procedures. This technical note presents and highlights our minimally invasive surgical technique for needle arthroscopic treatment through bone marrow stimulation for osteochondral lesions of the MTP-1 joint.
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- Alex B. Walinga
- Amsterdam UMC location of the University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Musculoskeletal Health, Sport, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence-Based Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health & Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC location of the University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Musculoskeletal Health, Sport, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence-Based Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health & Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC location of the University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Musculoskeletal Health, Sport, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence-Based Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health & Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC location of the University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Musculoskeletal Health, Sport, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence-Based Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health & Safety in Sports, International Olympic Committee Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Walinga AB, Struijs PA, de Waard S, Kerkhoffs GM, Kievit AJ. Needle arthroscopy in the treatment of bacterial arthritis of the hip in a neonate and two infants. JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC SURGERY CASE REPORTS 2022. [DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2022.102470] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Walinga AB, Stornebrink T, Janssen SJ, Dalmau-Pastor M, Kievit AJ, Kerkhoffs GM. Needle Arthroscopy for Bacterial Arthritis of a Native Joint: Surgical Technique for the Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Knee, and Ankle Under Local Anesthesia. Arthrosc Tech 2022; 11:e1641-e1648. [PMID: 36185111 PMCID: PMC9520080 DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2022.05.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2022] [Accepted: 05/20/2022] [Indexed: 02/03/2023] Open
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Suspected bacterial arthritis of a native joint requires urgent management to control potential life-threatening sepsis and limit cartilage damage. Diagnosing bacterial arthritis is often challenging and relies on diagnostic tests with low accuracy. A high threshold for surgery poses a risk of undertreatment, whereas a low threshold for surgery could lead to overtreatment with unnecessary invasive and costly procedures. Surgical lavage through arthroscopy or arthrotomy is generally considered standard treatment. Nowadays, needle arthroscopy provides an alternative and potentially less-invasive approach that can safely lower the surgical threshold. Needle arthroscopy can be performed directly upon presentation at the patient's bedside, as it is well tolerated under local anesthesia. Therefore, this Technical Note presents a stepwise guideline for performing standardized needle arthroscopic lavage in patients with (suspected) bacterial arthritis of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, knee, and ankle.
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- Alex B. Walinga
- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sports, Musculoskeletal Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Academic Center for Evidence-based Sports medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Amsterdam Collaboration on Health & Safety in Sports (ACHSS), IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Address correspondence to Alex B. Walinga, Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Meibergdreef 9, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sports, Musculoskeletal Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Academic Center for Evidence-based Sports medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Amsterdam Collaboration on Health & Safety in Sports (ACHSS), IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sports, Musculoskeletal Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Academic Center for Evidence-based Sports medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Amsterdam Collaboration on Health & Safety in Sports (ACHSS), IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Human Anatomy and Embryology Unit, Department of Pathology and Experimental Therapeutics, School of Medicine and Health Sciences, The University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain,MIFAS by GRECMIP (Minimally Invasive Foot and Ankle Society), Merignac, France
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sports, Musculoskeletal Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Academic Center for Evidence-based Sports medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Amsterdam Collaboration on Health & Safety in Sports (ACHSS), IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Amsterdam UMC Location University of Amsterdam, Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Sports, Musculoskeletal Health, Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Academic Center for Evidence-based Sports medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands,Amsterdam Collaboration on Health & Safety in Sports (ACHSS), IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Needle arthroscopy in anatomical reconstruction of the lateral ankle: a report of three cases with a parallel comparison to the standard arthroscopy procedure. J Exp Orthop 2022; 9:75. [PMID: 35907091 PMCID: PMC9339066 DOI: 10.1186/s40634-022-00510-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/06/2022] [Accepted: 07/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Purpose This study evaluates the use of the needle arthroscopy in anatomical reconstruction of the lateral ankle. We hypothesized that the needle arthroscopy would allow anatomical reconstruction to be performed under arthroscopy. Methods Three patients underwent treatment of chronic ankle instability. The comparative procedure was performed in the following four steps: 1) anteromedial articular exploration (medial/lateral gutter/anterior chamber/syndesmosis); 2)creation of the talar tunnel via the anteromedial arthroscopic approach; 3) anterolateral fibular tunneling; and 4) positioning of the graft by the anteromedial arthroscopic approach. For each of these steps, the planned procedure using the needle arthroscope was compared to the standard arthroscope. For each step, the planned procedure using the needle arthroscopy was compared to the standard arthroscope and the act was classified based on level of difficulty: facilitated, similar, complicated and impossible. Results The exploration of the medial and lateral gutter, the creation of the tunnel of the talus and graft positioning were not accomplished using the needle arthroscope. While the syndesmosis visualization was facilitated by the needle arthroscope in comparison to the standard arthroscope. Conclusion The anatomical reconstruction of the lateral ankle, using the needle arthroscopy-only approach, was impossible in all three cases, regarding: ankle joint exploration, creation of the tunnel of the talus and graft positioning. The needle arthroscope should not be considered as a "mini arthroscope" but as a new tool with which it is necessary to rethink procedures to take advantage of the benefits of this instrument.
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