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Sánchez CA, Correal N, Caro D. PA screw versus plate fixation for posterior malleolar fracture, systematic review and meta - analysis of complications and functional results. J Foot Ankle Surg 2024:S1067-2516(24)00175-3. [PMID: 39147359 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2024.08.001] [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: 04/29/2024] [Revised: 07/29/2024] [Accepted: 08/04/2024] [Indexed: 08/17/2024]
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Fixation methods for posterior malleolar fracture (PMF) are a source of great controversy. This study aims to compare complications, clinical and radiological outcomes between PA screws and posterior plate in PMF using current literature. A systematic search strategy was conducted following the PRISMA protocol. Medline (PubMed), Embase (Elsevier), and Lilacs databases were used to identify complication rates (infection, non-union, loss of reduction, osteoarthrosis, and sural nerve injury) and to compare reported functional outcomes. The level of evidence in the articles was assessed using the GRADE tool. The studies eligible for meta-analysis were processed using The Review Manager version 5.4.1 software. Twelve articles met the inclusion criteria; five articles were included for subgroup meta-analysis. Overall infection rate, loss of reduction and sural nerve injury were each 2%. Osteoarthritis rate was 10%. There was no difference in risk reduction for infection rate (RD= 0.01; 95% CI: -0.03 - 0.06; p= 0.50), loss of reduction (RD= - 0.00; 95 CI: -0.03 - 0.03; p= 0.88), sural nerve injury (RD= 0.01; 95% CI:-0.03 - 0.04; p= 0.70), osteoarthrosis (RD= -0.00; 95% CI: -0.09 - 0.09; p= 0.97), functional (MD= 0.70; 95% CI: -1.06 - 2.45; p= 0.44) or pain scores (MD= 0.12; 95% CI: -0.31 - 0.55; p= 0.58), nor deficit in dorsiflexion (MD= -0.26; 95% CI: -1.64 - 1.12; p= 0.71). There were no clinical nor radiological significant differences when comparing fixation of PMF with plates or PA screws. With current literature it is not possible to establish the superiority of either fixation.
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- Carlos A Sánchez
- Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Hospital Universitario de la Samaritana. Clinical Epidemiology, Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Bogotá, Colombia.
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- Orthopaedic Surgery Resident, Hospital Universitario de La Samaritana - Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Orthopaedic Surgery Resident, Hospital Universitario de La Samaritana - Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Bogotá, Colombia
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Lassiter EM, Brown KJ, Patel D, Sparks A, Liu J, Elattar O. A systematic review of posterior pilon variant fractures. J Orthop 2024; 53:73-81. [PMID: 38476677 PMCID: PMC10926286 DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2024.02.035] [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: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/19/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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Posterior pilon variant ankle fractures (PPVF) are a unique subtype of posterior malleolar fractures which have been a source of controversy and confusion in recent years. There has not been a thorough literature review previously written on the topic. Database searches of PubMed and Embase were conducted from inception until June 2023. The key words included "pilon variant," "posterior pilon variant," and "posterior pilon" fractures. Outcomes were evaluated by union time, rates of delayed union, nonunion, malunion, and complication. A total of 15 articles relevant to surgical repair of pilon variant fractures were included in the literature review. The unique mechanism of injury has been reported to involve both rotational and axial forces, leading to involvement of the posterior and medial aspects of the distal tibia. Pilon variant fractures can be suspected by several characteristics on radiographs and have a high confirmation rate via CT images. Multiple systems have been proposed to classify this fracture pattern, but there is no consensus on the ideal classification system. Surgically, direct fixation has shown better short-term clinical outcomes versus indirect fixation or no fixation. PPVF have a distinct fracture pattern involving the posterior and medial columns of the distal tibial plafond, and results from a mechanism intermediate to rotational and axial forces. These fractures are more severe than tri-malleolar fractures due to increased rates of articular impaction and incongruity. Future classification systems should focus on joint surface area and the tibial pilon column involved to avoid confusion with less severe posterior malleolar fractures.
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- Eric M. Lassiter
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo, OH, 43614, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo, OH, 43614, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo, OH, 43614, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo, OH, 43614, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo, OH, 43614, United States
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University of Toledo Medical Center, Toledo, OH, 43614, United States
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Qing S, Zhang Y, Qin X. The treatment of a malunited posterior pilon fracture with talar dislocation: A staged surgical treatment protocol. Injury 2023; 54:110934. [PMID: 37478691 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2023.110934] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/23/2023] [Revised: 06/25/2023] [Accepted: 07/10/2023] [Indexed: 07/23/2023]
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BACKGROUND Malunited posterior pilon fractures with talus dislocation (mPPFtd) are rare and there are no appropriate treatment strategies. The purpose of this study was to introduce a stepped strategy featuring preliminary soft tissue management according to the Ilizarov principle and delayed open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) through a modified posteromedial approach to overcome rigid soft tissue contracture. METHOD From February 2015 to August 2021, 12 selected patients with mPPFtd who were treated with the staged protocol (Group A) were retrospectively analysed. The clinical and radiographic outcomes were evaluated using the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle-hindfoot score, the visual analogue scale (VAS) score, and the Burwell-Charnley score. Moreover, this case series was compared with some cases of fresh fracture (Group B) in patients that had the same baseline data from our previous study. RESULTS In Group A, the average length of time between the date of injury and the date of surgery was 4.8 ± 3.3 months. The average time to external fixator distraction, as the first-stage treatment, was 13.4 ± 1.0 days. In the second stage of ORIF, the posterosuperior dislocation of the talus was corrected with osteotomy and leverage manoeuvres. According to the Burwell-Charnley score system, the reduction quality was excellent in 9 cases and good in 3 cases. After a mean follow-up of 3.8 ± 2.1 years, there were no infections, wound healing problems, or nerve injuries in our cohort, and union was observed in all fractures without a loss of reduction. The baseline data of the two groups were not significantly different (p>0.05). The mean AOFAS score in Group A was 85.0 ± 10.5 and that in Group B was 95.4 ± 6.1 (p<0.05). The mean VAS score in Group A was 1.7 ± 1.4 and that in Group B was 0.7 ± 0.9 (p<0.05). CONCLUSION A staged surgical treatment strategy characterized by soft tissue management will improve the treatment of mPPFtd and produce satisfactory clinical outcomes. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, retrospective case series.
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- Siyuan Qing
- Department of Trauma, the First Affifiliating Hospital of Nanjing Medical University & Jiangsu Province Hospital, China
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- Department of Trauma, the First Affifiliating Hospital of Nanjing Medical University & Jiangsu Province Hospital, China.
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- Department of Trauma, the First Affifiliating Hospital of Nanjing Medical University & Jiangsu Province Hospital, China.
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Gan TJ, Li YX, Chen Y, Liu X, Zhang H. Open reduction and internal fixation for posterior pilon fracture: Transfibular approach versus posterior approach. Injury 2023; 54:751-760. [PMID: 36404163 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2022.11.033] [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: 03/09/2022] [Revised: 11/01/2022] [Accepted: 11/08/2022] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND For posterior pilon fractures, the posterior approach (PA) is widely used but has its limitations. The transfibular approach (TFA) has been adopted to treat posterior malleolar fractures for the advantage of direct visual confirmation of the reduction status intraoperatively, yet the report of its application on posterior pilon fractures is rare. This study aims to compare TFA with PA in terms of their corresponding reduction quality. METHODS Clinical data of 85 posterior pilon fracture patients treated via PA (n = 62) or TFA (n = 23) were retrospectively reviewed. Radiographic and clinical assessments, including articular step-off or gap, syndesmosis reduction quality, signs of ankle arthritis, the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle-hindfoot score, visual analogue scale (VAS), ankle stability, and the active range of motion (ROM) of the ankle, were all evaluated by two readers independently. RESULTS The total incidence of step-off or gap ≥ 1 mm was significantly higher in the PA group (35.5%) than in the TFA group (8.7%, p = 0.015). In all the patients, step-off ≥ 1 mm was identified as an independent risk factor for the development of arthritis and a lower AOFAS score (p < 0.001). No significant difference was found in ROM and complication incidence between the two groups. Ankle instability was found in neither group during the follow-up. CONCLUSION TFA could offer a way to intraoperatively evaluate the reduction status with direct visual confirmation and, thereby, might improve the results of reduction for posterior pilon fractures. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III.
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- Ting-Jiang Gan
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province 610041, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province 610041, China; Disaster Medicine Center, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province 610041, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province 610041, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province 610041, China
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province 610041, China; Disaster Medicine Center, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan Province 610041, China.
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Jiang Z, Zhang C, Qin JJ, Wang GD, Wang HS. Posterior pilon fracture treated by opening the fibula fracture gap. J Orthop Surg Res 2022; 17:214. [PMID: 35392983 PMCID: PMC8991660 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-022-03106-4] [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: 11/28/2021] [Accepted: 03/29/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Posterior pilon fracture is a relatively common clinical fracture involving the posterior articular surface of the distal tibia. Currently, this form of fracture is receiving increasing attention. The surgical approach and technique for the treatment of posterior pilon fractures are still controversial. The purpose of this retrospective study was to compare the clinical and imaging outcomes of pilon fractures after treatment with the open fibula fracture line (OFFL) surgical technique versus the traditional posterolateral approach (TPL). Methods A retrospective analysis of patients with posterior pilon fractures treated using the open fibula fracture line technique and the traditional posterolateral approach between January 2015 and March 2020. Thirty-one cases were included in the open fibula fracture line technique group and twenty-eight cases were included in the traditional posterolateral approach group. We used the Burwell-Charnley scale to assess the effectiveness of surgical repositioning. The clinical outcomes were evaluated using American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society ankle-hind foot score (AOFAS) and visual analog score (VAS). Results The overall anatomic reduction rate was slightly better in the open fibula fracture line group than in the conventional posterolateral group (81% vs. 71%, p = 0.406), but there was no statistically significant difference between the two groups. There were no statistically significant differences between the two groups in terms of fracture healing time and time to full weight bearing (p > 0.05). At the final follow-up, the AOFAS functional score of the open fibula fracture line group was statistically superior to that of the conventional posterolateral group (p < 0.05). However, there was no statistical difference between the two groups in VAS pain scores at rest, during activity, and under weight bearing (p > 0.05). Conclusion The trans-fibular fracture approach provides a better surgical option for specific types of posterior pilon fractures with a high rate of anatomic repositioning and a good near-term outcome. Trial registration: Retrospective registration.
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- Zhuang Jiang
- Orthopaedic Department, General Hospital of Central Theater Command of PLA, #627 Wuluo Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430070, China.,Clinical Medicine, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, #2, West Huangjiahu Road, Hongshan District, Wuhan, 430081, China
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- Orthopaedic Department, General Hospital of Central Theater Command of PLA, #627 Wuluo Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430070, China
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- Orthopaedic Department, General Hospital of Central Theater Command of PLA, #627 Wuluo Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430070, China
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- Orthopaedic Department, General Hospital of Central Theater Command of PLA, #627 Wuluo Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430070, China.
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- Orthopaedic Department, General Hospital of Central Theater Command of PLA, #627 Wuluo Road, Wuchang District, Wuhan, 430070, China.
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Mousa AEM, Mousa M, Singisetti K. Peroneal artery safe zone in the posterolateral approach to the distal tibia: A CT angiogram based anatomical study. Injury 2022; 53:1268-1275. [PMID: 34600733 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2021.09.021] [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: 09/07/2021] [Accepted: 09/14/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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OBJECTIVES The posterolateral approach to the distal tibia is commonly used for stabilisation of ankle fractures as it allows good visualisation and direct reduction of the posterior distal tibia and malleolar fragments. This approach can also be used for internal fixation of an associated lateral malleolus fracture. The aim of our study is to describe the surgical anatomy of the peroneal artery (PA) in relation to the tibial plafond and the distal fibula; thereby suggesting a safe zone during proximal dissection of posterolateral approach. METHODS Using Computed Tomography Angiographic (CTA) study, the course of the PA in relation to the tibial plafond and distal fibula was analysed in 142 lower limbs (bilateral limbs of 71 adult patients; 43 males and 28 females). Axial, coronal, and sagittal CT sections were cross-linked to specify the position of the PA. The PA course was identified and the level of its distal bifurcation over the tibia was marked. Perpendicular measurements were made from this point to the tibial plafond and tip of distal fibula. RESULTS The PA bifurcated distally at mean 58.3±24.2mm (SD) (range: 37.0-115.0mm) proximal to the right tibial plafond and mean 81.9±24.4mm (range: 54.0-137.0mm) from the right distal fibular tip. In the contralateral side, the PA bifurcated at mean 57.9±23.3mm (range: 36.0-125.0mm) proximal to the left tibial plafond and 81.8±23.9mm (range: 54.0-147.0mm) from the left distal fibular tip. The difference between the right and the left side of distal bifurcation point diameter of the same patient was assessed, range (0.0-58.0mm) with median 2.0mm and IQR 10.0mm. Three different PA vasculature patterns were identified. CONCLUSIONS It is important for surgeons to be aware of the surgical anatomy of PA to avoid inadvertent injury during posterolateral approach to distal tibia. The PA may bifurcate as close as 36mm from the tibial plafond with possible variation bilaterally. Therefore, special attention needs to be considered by the operating surgeon while dissecting in this region due to the wide anatomical variation in vasculature. However, once the PA is mobilised, any fixation modality including posterior buttress plate could be safely performed.
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- Adham E M Mousa
- Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust, Gateshead, UK, NE9 6SX; MBBCh, MCh (T&O), MRCS-England, PGCert MedEd. T&O Registrar and Clinical Teaching Fellow. .
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- Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust, Gateshead, UK, NE9 6SX; MBBCh. T&O clinical attaché.
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- Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Gateshead Health NHS Foundation Trust, Gateshead, UK, NE9 6SX; MBBS, MS, MFST Ed, FRCS (T&O), Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon.
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The tibial pilon fracture is a complex lesion, which requires experienced clinical judgment and adequate planning to achieve good results. Treatment concepts enunciated by Rüedi and Allgöwer remain valid but have undergone modifications. The reconstitution of the fibular length is not always the first step to be performed. In the reconstruction of the articular surface, the prognosis is already sealed by the initial cartilage damage, and it is better to achieve stability and alignment. The stabilization of the medial column is essential, but it must be associated with the stabilization of at least one other column in complex fractures.
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- Christian Bastias
- Foot and Ankle Unit, Hospital Mutual de Seguridad, Avenida Alameda 4848, Estación Central, 9160000 Santiago de Chile; Foot and Ankle Unit, Clínica Santa María, Santiago de Chile.
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- Foot and Ankle Unit, Hospital Mutual de Seguridad, Avenida Alameda 4848, Estación Central, 9160000 Santiago de Chile; Foot and Ankle Unit, Clínica Santa María, Santiago de Chile
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Mechanism of posterior malleolar fracture of the ankle: A cadaveric study. OTA Int 2020; 3:e060. [PMID: 33937695 PMCID: PMC8022911 DOI: 10.1097/oi9.0000000000000060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2019] [Accepted: 12/08/2019] [Indexed: 12/26/2022]
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Objectives: Ankle fracture treatment involves reduction of the bone fragments and stabilization of the joint by reversing the mechanics of injury. For posterior malleolar fracture however, the true mechanism is not understood, leading to a lack of consistent guidance on how to best treat this injury. Methods: Fifteen cadaver ankles were subjected to fracture loading that replicated the Lauge-Hansen pronation-external rotation mechanism. An axial load was applied to each specimen, which was mounted on a materials testing machine, and the foot was rotated externally to failure. Digital video cameras recorded the failure sequence of specific anatomic structures. Results: Posterior malleolar fracture occurred in 7 specimens. Of these, 1 was an intra-articular fracture, another was a fracture involving the entire posterior tibial margin consisting of 2 fragments: that of the posterior tubercle and that of the posteromedial margin of the tibial plafond, with the former judged to be a consequence of avulsion by the posterior inferior tibiofibular ligament and the latter a consequence of axial loading from the talus. In the remaining 5 specimens, the posterior malleolar fracture was a small extra-articular avulsion fracture. Conclusions: Fractures at the posterolateral corner of the distal tibia were shown to be avulsion fractures attributed to the posterior inferior tibiofibular ligament and produced by external rotation of the talus. A fracture involving the entire posterior tibial margin consisting of 2 fragments can be produced by a combination of avulsion by the posterior inferior tibiofibular ligament and axial loading from the talus.
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Gao M, Liu N, Cheng Y, Shi W, Yang H. Treatment outcomes of the posterolateral approach of plate fixation for posterior pilon fractures. Exp Ther Med 2019; 17:4267-4272. [PMID: 31007756 DOI: 10.3892/etm.2019.7458] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2018] [Accepted: 02/21/2019] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Posterior pilon fracture is a common type of intraarticular fracture encountered in clinical practice. The treatment of this fracture pattern has been increasingly reported. However, methods for minimizing the associated surgical trauma and achieve effective fixation still require to be established. The present study involved 23 patients with posterior pilon fracture treated at the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University (Suzhou, China) between March 2013 and October 2017. Klammer's classification system was used to divide the posterior pilon fractures into 3 types. The surgical procedure, reduction of post-operative fracture, peri-operative complications and post-operative functional recovery were reviewed and analyzed. The reduction in post-operative fractures was evaluated by determining the Burwell-Charnley scores at the last follow-up. Anatomical reduction was confirmed in 17 patients, and an acceptable reduction was reported in 6 patients. The American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Score was used to assess ankle function recovery; the average score was 82.3 points (range, 44-97 points). In conclusion, the posterolateral approach is able to achieve anatomical exposure of the operative field. In addition, the posterior fracture fragment of the tibia may be fully exposed through the fibula fracture gap by retraction. Posterior placement of the plate may serve a definitive role in the fixation of the posterior fracture fragment and maintain stability in the anatomical reduction of the fracture, which is helpful in early functional rehabilitation.
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- Maofeng Gao
- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215000, P.R. China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou, Jiangsu 215000, P.R. China
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Minator Sajjadi M, Ebrahimpour A, Okhovatpour MA, Karimi A, Zandi R, Sharifzadeh A. The Outcomes of Pilon Fracture Treatment: Primary Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Versus Two-stage Approach. THE ARCHIVES OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY 2018; 6:412-419. [PMID: 30320182 PMCID: PMC6168224] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2017] [Accepted: 12/30/2017] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Pilon fracture is one of the challenging injuries in orthopedic surgery. Associated soft tissue injury is an important factor in choosing treatment options. Two major methods of treatment are considered as one-stage open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) and two-stage treatment (primary external fixation and secondary ORIF). The latter is most accepted in literature. In the current study, we compared the results of these two methods. METHODS In a retrospective study, 41 patients were assigned to two groups containing one-stage primary ORIF (21 patients) group, and two-stage group included external fixation and secondary ORIF (20 patients). The rate of infection (superficial or deep infection, osteomyelitis), malunion, nonunion, duration of hospital stay, neurovascular injury, pain intensity, and patients' satisfaction with AOFAS score, were compared between the two groups. RESULTS There was no significant difference between the two groups in measured variables except hospital stay which was significantly longer for the two-stage group. CONCLUSION Based on our findings, we recommend using one stage ORIF for a patient with Pilon fractures type C and Tscherne 1, 2 if the patient is planned to be operated on during the first 24 hours after the injury.
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- Mohammadreza Minator Sajjadi
- Research performed at Taleghani hospital, shahid beheshti medical university, Tehran, Iran
- Taleghani Hospital, Research Development Unit, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Research performed at Taleghani hospital, shahid beheshti medical university, Tehran, Iran
- Taleghani Hospital, Research Development Unit, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Research performed at Taleghani hospital, shahid beheshti medical university, Tehran, Iran
- Taleghani Hospital, Research Development Unit, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Research performed at Taleghani hospital, shahid beheshti medical university, Tehran, Iran
- Taleghani Hospital, Research Development Unit, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Research performed at Taleghani hospital, shahid beheshti medical university, Tehran, Iran
- Taleghani Hospital, Research Development Unit, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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- Research performed at Taleghani hospital, shahid beheshti medical university, Tehran, Iran
- Taleghani Hospital, Research Development Unit, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran
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Wang Z, Cheng Y, Xin D, Liu T, Qu W, Wang D, Zhao Y, Zhao J. Expert Tibial Nails for Treating Distal Tibial Fractures With Soft Tissue Damage: A Patient Series. J Foot Ankle Surg 2018; 56:1232-1235. [PMID: 28888404 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2017.07.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/16/2016] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Distal tibial fractures with soft tissue damage are relatively difficult to treat. We assessed the outcomes of patients with these fractures treated with the Expert Tibial Nail® (DePuy Synthes, Raynham, MA) from March 2012 to December 2014. At 6 months postoperatively, the general health quality of patients was assessed using operative time, interval to return to work, American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society ankle scale score, pain measured using a visual analog scale, and short-form health outcomes 36-item survey physical functioning and mental health dimension scores. Of 11 cases, 7 (63.6%) were open fractures (3 [27.3%] Gustilo-Anderson type II, 3 [27.3%] type IIIA, and 1 [9.1%] type IIIB) and 4 (36.4%) were closed fractures with Tscherne-Oestern type II tissue damage. Their mean age was 52.2 (range 28 to 66) years. The mean operative time was 83 (range 65 to 105) minutes. The mean follow-up period was 16.3 (range 14 to 18) months. The median short-form 36-item survey scores were 79.1 (range 68.9 to 89.0) for the physical function dimension and 77.0 (range 64.3 to 90.0) for the mental health dimension. The mean postoperative ankle score was 88.6 (range 84 to 94). The mean pain score was 1.6 (range 0 to 4) mm. The mean interval to return to work was 14 (range 11 to 17) months. No patient showed evidence of neurovascular damage, malunion, nonunion, or shortening of the tibia. Taken together, we have confirmed that Expert Tibial Nails can effectively treat distal tibial fractures with soft tissue damage.
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- Zhenhai Wang
- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Yantaishan Hospital, Yantai, People's Republic of China; Professor, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Yantaishan Hospital, Yantai, People's Republic of China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Yantaishan Hospital, Yantai, People's Republic of China; Professor, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Yantaishan Hospital, Yantai, People's Republic of China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Yantaishan Hospital, Yantai, People's Republic of China; Professor, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Yantaishan Hospital, Yantai, People's Republic of China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Yantaishan Hospital, Yantai, People's Republic of China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Yantaishan Hospital, Yantai, People's Republic of China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Yantaishan Hospital, Yantai, People's Republic of China
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- Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Yantaishan Hospital, Yantai, People's Republic of China
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- Surgeon and Professor, Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma, Wuhan Pu Ai Hospital, Wuhan, People's Republic of China.
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Sukur E, Akman YE, Gokcen HB, Ozyurek EC, Senel A, Ozturkmen Y. Open reduction in pilon variant posterior malleolar fractures: Radiological and clinical evaluation. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2017; 103:703-707. [PMID: 28606840 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2017.05.012] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2016] [Revised: 12/23/2016] [Accepted: 05/22/2017] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Pilon variant posterior malleolar (PVPM) fractures significantly disrupt joint congruency and cause tibiotalar instability. They are often underestimated and inadequately treated. PURPOSE This study assessed the outcomes of surgical treatment of this subtype of malleolar fracture, and examined the importance of computed tomography (CT) in diagnosis and surgical treatment. MATERIAL AND METHODS CT images and radiographs of 67 patients with trimalleolar ankle fractures were retrospectively analyzed. Fourteen patients (6 women and 8 men) were studied. The mean age was 37.7 (range, 21-58) years, and mean follow-up period was 17.1 (range, 12-24) months. All patients underwent open reduction. Reconstruction of the joint surface was assessed with postoperative CT images. The outcomes were assessed with the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and Osteoarthritis (OA) scoring systems. RESULTS The ratio of PVPM fractures to trimalleolar ankle fractures was 20.1%. Postoperative CT images demonstrated that anatomic reconstruction was achieved in 11 patients. The mean AAOS scores were 85.6 in Type 1 and 81.1 in Type 2 cases. The mean OA scores were 1 in Type 1 and 1.1 in Type 2 cases (P>0.05). The only statistically significant difference between the 2 groups was in osteochondral impaction (P<0.05). CONCLUSION CT imaging is essential for the accurate diagnosis and management of PVPM fractures. Posteromedial and posterolateral incisions enable direct exposure, and therefore facilitate joint surface reconstruction. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV. Retrospective study.
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- E Sukur
- Sakarya Education and Research Hospital, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, 54100 Sakarya, Turkey.
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- M.S. Baltalimani Bone Diseases Training and Research Hospital, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, 34470 Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumotology, Liv Hospital, 34100 Istanbul, Turkey
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- Istanbul Research Hospital, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, 34050 Istanbul, Turkey
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- Istanbul Research Hospital, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, 34050 Istanbul, Turkey
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- Istanbul Research Hospital, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, 34050 Istanbul, Turkey
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Wang Y, Wang J, Luo CF. Modified posteromedial approach for treatment of posterior pilon variant fracture. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2016; 17:328. [PMID: 27496169 PMCID: PMC4974710 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-016-1182-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/30/2015] [Accepted: 07/27/2016] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background Posterior pilon variant fracture is a recently described posterior malleolus fracture characterized by the involvement of both posterolateral and posteromedial malleolar fragment. The associated surgical approach remains controversial. The aim of this study was to present the application of modified posteromedial approach in the treatment for posterior pilon variant fracture. Methods Sixteen patients were identified with posterior pilon variant fractures. All fractures were operated via modified posteromedial approach. Fragment length ratio, area ratio and height were measured as morphologic assessments. The clinical outcome was evaluated with American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society ankle-hind foot score and visual analogue scale. Radiological images were evaluated using osteoarthritis-score. Results According to the radiological measurements, the average fragment length ratio of posteromedial and posterolateral fragment was 25.3 and 31.5 % respectively. All fractures healed within a mean period of 13.1 weeks without malalignment or articular step-off. Fourteen patients were followed up, and all achieved good or excellent ankle function. The average score of American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society and visual analogue scale at rest, motion and weight bearing walking was 85.6 and 0.25, 0.81, 1.31 respectively. Conclusion Modified posteromedial approach provides an alternative surgical treatment for posterior pilon variant fractures, and the short-term outcome was good. Electronic supplementary material The online version of this article (doi:10.1186/s12891-016-1182-9) contains supplementary material, which is available to authorized users.
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- Yukai Wang
- Trauma Service III, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiaotong University, N. 600 Yishan R. d, Xuhui Distict, Shanghai, China
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- Trauma Service III, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiaotong University, N. 600 Yishan R. d, Xuhui Distict, Shanghai, China.
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- Trauma Service III, Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital, affiliated with Shanghai Jiaotong University, N. 600 Yishan R. d, Xuhui Distict, Shanghai, China
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