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Walther M, Gottschalk O, Aurich M. Operative management of osteochondral lesions of the talus: 2024 recommendations of the working group 'clinical tissue regeneration' of the German Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (DGOU). EFORT Open Rev 2024; 9:217-234. [PMID: 38457916 PMCID: PMC10958247 DOI: 10.1530/eor-23-0075] [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] [Indexed: 03/10/2024] Open
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The working group 'Clinical Tissue Regeneration' of the German Society of Orthopedics and Traumatology (DGOU) issues this paper with updating its guidelines. Literature was analyzed regarding different topics relevant to osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLT) treatment. This process concluded with a statement for each topic reflecting the best scientific evidence available with a grade of recommendation. All group members rated the statements to identify possible gaps between literature and current clinical practice. Fixation of a vital bony fragment should be considered in large fragments. In children with open physis, retrograde drilling seems to work better than in adults, but even there, the revision rate reaches 50%. The literature supports debridement with bone marrow stimulation (BMS) in lesions smaller than 1.0 cm² without bony defect. The additional use of a scaffold can be recommended in lesions larger than 1.0 cm². For other scaffolds besides AMIC®/Chondro-Gide®, there is only limited evidence. Systematic reviews report good to excellent clinical results in 87% of the patients after osteochondral transplantation (OCT), but donor site morbidity is of concern, reaching 16.9%. There is no evidence of any additional benefit from autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI). Minced cartilage lacks any supporting data. Metallic resurfacing of OLT can only be recommended as a second-line treatment. A medial malleolar osteotomy has a minor effect on the clinical outcome compared to the many other factors influencing the clinical result.
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- Markus Walther
- Schön Klinik München Harlaching – FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Harlachinger Straße, Munich, Germany
- Ludwig Maximilian University Munich, Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Muskuloskelettales Zentrum München (MUM), Marchionostraße, Munich, Germany
- Justus Maximilian University Wuerzburg, König-Ludwig-Haus, Brettreichstraße, Würzburg, Germany
- Paracelsus Medizinische Privatuniversität, Strubergasse, Salzburg, Austria
- Working Group Clinical Tissue Regeneration of the German Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (DGOU), Berlin, Germany
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- Schön Klinik München Harlaching – FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Harlachinger Straße, Munich, Germany
- Ludwig Maximilian University Munich, Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Muskuloskelettales Zentrum München (MUM), Marchionostraße, Munich, Germany
- Working Group Clinical Tissue Regeneration of the German Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (DGOU), Berlin, Germany
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- Working Group Clinical Tissue Regeneration of the German Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (DGOU), Berlin, Germany
- Martin-Luther-University Halle-Wittenberg, Universitätsklinikum Halle (Saale), DOUW - Abteilung für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Ernst-Grube-Straße, Halle, Germany
- BG-Klinikum Bergmannstrost Halle, Halle, Saale, Germany
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Jung O, Hesse B, Stojanovic S, Seim C, Weitkamp T, Batinic M, Goerke O, Kačarević ŽP, Rider P, Najman S, Barbeck M. Biocompatibility Analyses of HF-Passivated Magnesium Screws for Guided Bone Regeneration (GBR). Int J Mol Sci 2021; 22:ijms222212567. [PMID: 34830451 PMCID: PMC8624161 DOI: 10.3390/ijms222212567] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2021] [Revised: 11/19/2021] [Accepted: 11/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background: Magnesium (Mg) is one of the most promising materials for human use in surgery due to material characteristics such as its elastic modulus as well as its resorbable and regenerative properties. In this study, HF-coated and uncoated novel bioresorbable magnesium fixation screws for maxillofacial and dental surgical applications were investigated in vitro and in vivo to evaluate the biocompatibility of the HF coating. Methods: Mg alloy screws that had either undergone a surface treatment with hydrofluoric-acid (HF) or left untreated were investigated. In vitro investigation included XTT, BrdU and LDH in accordance with the DIN ISO 10993-5/-12. In vivo, the screws were implanted into the tibia of rabbits. After 3 and 6 weeks, degradation, local tissue reactions and bony integration were analyzed histopathologically and histomorphometrically. Additionally, SEM/EDX analysis and synchrotron phase-contrast microtomography (µCT) measurements were conducted. The in vitro analyses revealed that the Mg screws are cytocompatible, with improved results when the surface had been passivated with HF. In vivo, the HF-treated Mg screws implanted showed a reduction in gas formation, slower biodegradation and a better bony integration in comparison to the untreated Mg screws. Histopathologically, the HF-passivated screws induced a layer of macrophages as part of its biodegradation process, whereas the untreated screws caused a slight fibrous tissue reaction. SEM/EDX analysis showed that both screws formed a similar layer of calcium phosphates on their surfaces and were surrounded by bone. Furthermore, the µCT revealed the presence of a metallic core of the screws, a faster absorbing corrosion front and a slow absorbing region of corroded magnesium. Conclusions: Overall, the HF-passivated Mg fixation screws showed significantly better biocompatibility in vitro and in vivo compared to the untreated screws.
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- Ole Jung
- Clinic and Policlinic for Dermatology and Venereology, University Medical Center Rostock, 18057 Rostock, Germany;
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- Department of Biology and Human Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Niš, 18108 Niš, Serbia; (S.S.); (S.N.)
- Scientific Research Center for Biomedicine, Faculty of Medicine, Department for Cell and Tissue Engineering, University of Niš, 18108 Niš, Serbia
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- Synchrotron SOLEIL, Gif-sur-Yvette, 91190 Saint-Aubin, France;
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- Department of Ceramic Materials, Chair of Advanced Ceramic Materials, Institute for Materials Science and Technologies, Technical University of Berlin, 10623 Berlin, Germany; (M.B.); (O.G.)
- Department of Anatomy Histology, Embryology, Pathology Anatomy and Pathology Histology, Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health, University of Osijek, 31000 Osijek, Croatia;
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- Department of Ceramic Materials, Chair of Advanced Ceramic Materials, Institute for Materials Science and Technologies, Technical University of Berlin, 10623 Berlin, Germany; (M.B.); (O.G.)
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- Department of Anatomy Histology, Embryology, Pathology Anatomy and Pathology Histology, Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health, University of Osijek, 31000 Osijek, Croatia;
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- Department of Anatomy Histology, Embryology, Pathology Anatomy and Pathology Histology, Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health, University of Osijek, 31000 Osijek, Croatia;
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- Department of Biology and Human Genetics, Faculty of Medicine, University of Niš, 18108 Niš, Serbia; (S.S.); (S.N.)
- Scientific Research Center for Biomedicine, Faculty of Medicine, Department for Cell and Tissue Engineering, University of Niš, 18108 Niš, Serbia
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- Department of Anatomy Histology, Embryology, Pathology Anatomy and Pathology Histology, Faculty of Dental Medicine and Health, University of Osijek, 31000 Osijek, Croatia;
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +49-176-810-224-6
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Kienast B, Mohsen H, Wendlandt R, Reimers N, Schulz AP, Heuer H, Gille J, Neumann H. Biomechanical evaluation of novel ultrasound-activated bioresorbable pins for the treatment of osteochondral fractures compared to established methods. BIOMED ENG-BIOMED TE 2017; 62:365-373. [PMID: 27626763 DOI: 10.1515/bmt-2016-0041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2016] [Accepted: 07/27/2016] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Osteochondral injuries often lead to osteoarthritis of the affected joint. All established systems for refixation of osteochondral defects show certain disadvantages. To address the problem of reduced stability in resorbable implants, ultrasound-activated pins were developed. By ultrasound-activated melting of the tip of these implants, a more secure anchoring is assumed. MATERIALS AND METHODS The aim of the study was to investigate if ultrasound-activated pins can provide secure fixation of osteochondral fragments compared to screws and conventional resorbable pins. In a biomechanical laboratory setting, osteochondral fragments of the medial femoral condyle of sheep were refixated with ultrasound-activated pins [US fused poly(L-lactide-co-D,L-lactide) (PLDLLA) pins], polydioxanone (PDA) pins and conventional titanium screws. Anchoring forces of the different fixation methods were examined, registered and compared concerning shear force and tensile force. RESULTS Concerning the pull out test, the US fused PLDLLA pins and titanium screws (~122 N and ~203 N) showed comparable good results, while the PDA pins showed significantly lower anchoring forces (~18 N). Examination of shear forces showed a significantly higher anchoring of the screws (~248 N) than the US fused PLDLLA pins (~218 N). Nevertheless, the US fused PLDLLA pins could significantly outperform the PDA pins (~68 N) concerning shear forces. CONCLUSION The US fused PLDLLA pins demonstrated a comparable anchorage to the fixation with screws, but were free from the disadvantages of metal implants, i.e. the need for implant removal. The PDA pin application showed inferior biomechanical properties.
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H N, A P S, S B, A U, B K. Refixation of Osteochondral Fractures by an Ultrasound-Activated Pin System - An Ovine In Vivo Examination Using CT and Scanning Electron Microscope. Open Orthop J 2015; 9:7-14. [PMID: 25674184 PMCID: PMC4321208 DOI: 10.2174/1874325001509010007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2014] [Revised: 01/04/2015] [Accepted: 01/07/2015] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background: Osteochondral injuries, if not treated appropriately, often lead to severe osteoarthritis of the affected joint. Without refixation of the osteochondral fragment, human cartilage only repairs these defects imperfectly. All existing refixation systems for chondral defects have disadvantages, for instance bad MRI quality in the postoperative follow-up or low anchoring forces. To address the problem of reduced stability in resorbable implants, ultrasound-activated pins were developed. By ultrasound-activated melting of the tip of these implants a higher anchoring is assumed. Aim of the study was to investigate, if ultrasound-activated pins can provide a secure refixation of osteochondral fractures comparing to conventional screw and conventional, resorbable pin osteosynthesis. CT scans and scanning electron microscopy should proovegood refixation results with no further tissue damage by the melting of the ultrasound-activated pins in comparison to conventional osteosynthesis. Methods: Femoral osteochondral fragments in sheep were refixated with ultrasound-activated pins (SonicPin™), Ethipins® and screws (Asnis™). The quality of the refixated fragments was examined after three month of full weight bearing by CT scans and scanning electron microscopy of the cartilage surface. Results: The CT examination found almost no statistically significant difference in the quality of refixation between the three different implants used. Concerning the CT morphology, ultrasound-activated pins demonstrated at least the same quality in refixation of osteochondral fragments as conventional resorbable pins or screws. The scanning electron microscopy showed no major surface damage by the three implants, especially any postulated cartilage damage induced by the heat of the ultrasound-activated pin. The screws protruded above the cartilage surface, which may affect the opposingtibial surface. Conclusion: Using CT scans and scanning electron microscopy, the SonicPin™, the Ethipin® and screws were at least equivalent in refixation quality of osteochondral fragments.
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- Neumann H
- Department of Traumatology, Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, BG Trauma Centre Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Biomechatronics and Academic Orthopaedics, University of Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Luebeck, Germany ; Department of Traumatology, Orthopaedics& Reconstructive Surgery, University of Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Luebeck, Germany
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- Department of Traumatology, Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, BG Trauma Centre Hamburg, Germany
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- Department of Biomechatronics and Academic Orthopaedics, University of Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Luebeck, Germany
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- Department of Traumatology, Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, BG Trauma Centre Hamburg, Germany ; Department of Traumatology, Orthopaedics& Reconstructive Surgery, University of Schleswig-Holstein, Campus Luebeck, Germany
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Neumann H, Breer S, Reimers N, Kasch R, Schulz AP, Kienast B. Osteosynthesis-screw augmentation by ultrasound-activated biopolymer--an ovine in vivo study assessing biocompatibility and bone-to-implant contact. J Orthop Surg Res 2015; 10:18. [PMID: 25628015 PMCID: PMC4314756 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-015-0156-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/19/2014] [Accepted: 01/04/2015] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Screw fixation and fragment anchoring in osteoporotic bones is often difficult. Problems like the cut out phenomenon and implant migration in osteoporotic bones have been reported. One possibility of improving the anchoring force of screws is augmentation of the screw. Cement-augmented screws in spinal surgery could exhibit a better anchoring in osteoporotic bones. METHODS The purpose of this study was to examine the effect of screw augmentation using a resorbable polymer. Ultrasound-activated biodegradable pins were used for the purpose of a resorbable augmentation technique. Cannulated screws were inserted into the femur of 12 sheep and augmented by an ultrasound-activated polylactic acid (PLDLA) pin. In a paired approach, four screws were implanted in each animal: 2× a 10-mm thread and 2× a 20-mm thread, both of which were augmented with polymer. Both screws, named A and B, were also applied without augmentation (control group) and implanted into the contralateral hind limb. After 4, 8, and 12 weeks, the sheep were euthanized and a macroscopical and histological examination followed. RESULTS The polymer spread well out of the screws into the cancellous lacunae. Around the polymer, the peripheral bone showed signs of healthy and active bone tissue. No evidence of inflammation or infection was observed. The boneto-implant contact was significantly higher in the augmented screws. Biocompatibility was proven in histopathological examination. After 12 weeks, no pathological changes were found. CONCLUSION Ultrasound-activated polymer augmentation of cannulated screws may improve the anchoring in osteoporotic bone. ARTICLE FOCUS Can screw augmentation using a resorbable polymer improve the bone-to-implant contact in case of screw osteosynthesis? Is there any effect on the surrounding tissue by the induced temperature and liquefied polymer? Can biocompatibility be proven by this new osteosynthesis? KEY MESSAGES Screw augmentation by ultrasound-activated biopolymer leads to a significant higher bone-to-implant contact than pure screw osteosynthesis. No tissue damage could be observed by the application of the SonicFusion™. STRENGTH AND LIMITATIONS OF THIS STUDY The ovine in vivo study concept can simulate physiological conditions. First examination of screw augmentation by ultrasound-activated biopolymer. No biomechanical testing of the higher bone-to-implant contact by now.
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- Medical Faculty, University of Lübeck, Lübeck, Germany.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University Greifswald, Greifswald, Germany.
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