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Buijs MAS, Haidari S, IJpma FFA, Hietbrink F, Govaert GAM. What can they expect? Decreased quality of life and increased postoperative complication rate in patients with a fracture-related infection. Injury 2024; 55:111425. [PMID: 38402709 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2024.111425] [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: 07/22/2023] [Revised: 11/05/2023] [Accepted: 02/11/2024] [Indexed: 02/27/2024]
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BACKGROUND By gaining insight into the Quality of Life (QoL) status and occurrence of complications, critical facets in the care for patients with Fracture-Related Infection (FRI) can be mitigated and measures can be taken to improve their outcome. Therefore, the aims of this study were to 1) determine the QoL in FRI patients in comparison to non-FRI patients and 2) describe the occurrence of other complications in both FRI and non-FRI patients. METHODS An ambidirectional cohort study was conducted in a level 1 trauma centre between January 1st 2016 and November 1st 2021. All patients who underwent surgical stabilisation of an isolated long bone fracture were eligible for inclusion. To avoid confounding, only patients with an Injury Severity Score (ISS) <16 were included. Data regarding patient demographics, fracture characteristics, treatment, follow-up and complications were collected of both non-FRI and FRI patients. QoL was assessed through the use of five-level EuroQol five-dimension (EQ-5D-5L) questionnaires twelve months post-injury. RESULTS A total of 134 patients were included in this study, of whom 38 (28%) FRI patients and 96 (72%) non-FRI patients. In comparison to non-FRI patients, FRI patients scored significantly worse on the QoL assessment regarding the index value (p = 0.012) and the domains mobility (p<0.001), usual activities (p = 0.010) and pain/discomfort (p = 0.009). Other postoperative complications were more often reported (p<0.001) in FRI patients (66%, n = 25/38) compared to non-FRI patients (27%, n = 26/96). During the median follow-up of 14.5 months (interquartile range (IQR) 9.5-26.5), 25 FRI patients developed a total of 49 distinctive complications besides FRI. The complications nonunion (18%, n = 9/49), infection other than FRI (e.g. line infection, urinary tract infection, pneumonia) (18%, n = 9/49) and implant failure (14%, n = 7/49) were the most frequently described in the FRI group. CONCLUSION Patients who suffered from an FRI have a decreased QoL in comparison to those without an FRI. Moreover, patients with an FRI have a higher rate of additional complications. These findings can help in patient counselling regarding the potential physical and mental consequences of having a complicated course of recovery due to an infection.
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- M A S Buijs
- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Groningen, Groningen, the Netherlands
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, the Netherlands.
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Roennegaard AB, Gundtoft PH, Tengberg PT, Viberg B. Completeness and validity of the Danish fracture database. Injury 2023; 54:110769. [PMID: 37179202 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2023.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2022] [Accepted: 05/01/2023] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To calculate completeness of the Danish Fracture Database (DFDB) overall and stratified by hospital volume and to calculate the validity of independently assessed variables in the DFDB. STUDY DESIGN AND SETTING In this completeness and validation study, cases registered in the DFDB with fracture-related surgery in 2016 were retrospectively reviewed. All cases had undergone fracture-related surgery at a Danish hospital reporting to the DFDB in 2016. The Danish health care system is fully tax-funded providing equal and free access to all residents. Completeness was calculated as sensitivity and validity was calculated as positive predictive values (PPVs). RESULTS OVERALL COMPLETENESS WAS 55.4% (95% CI: : 54.7-56.0). For small-volume hospitals it was 60% (95% CI: 58.9-61.1), and for large-volume hospitals, it was 52.9% (95% CI: 52.0-53.7). The PPV for variables of interest ranged from 81% to 100%. The PPV of key variables was 98% (95% CI: 95-98) for operated side, 98% (95% CI: 96-98) for date of surgery, and 98% (95% CI: 98-100) for surgery type. CONCLUSION We found low completeness of data reported to the DFDB in 2016; however, in the same period, the validity of data in the DFDB was high.
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- Anders Bo Roennegaard
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Kolding Hospital - part of Hospital Lillebaelt, Denmark.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Kolding Hospital - part of Hospital Lillebaelt, Denmark; Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Kolding Hospital - part of Hospital Lillebaelt, Denmark; Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Odense University Hospital
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Samineni AV, Seaver T, Sing DC, Salavati S, Tornetta P. Peripheral Nerve Blocks Associated With Shorter Length of Stay Without Increasing Readmission Rate for Ankle Open Reduction Internal Fixation in the Outpatient Setting: A Propensity-Matched Analysis. J Foot Ankle Surg 2022; 61:1165-1169. [PMID: 34848109 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2021.10.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/07/2021] [Revised: 10/01/2021] [Accepted: 10/10/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Peripheral nerve blocks (PNB) have become an important modality for pain management in ankle fracture surgery. Previous studies have reported their efficacy, but concerns with rebound pain and readmissions have been cited as possible deterrents. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of PNB on hospital length of stay (LOS), narcotic intake, visual analog scale (VAS) for pain, and associated complications in patients undergoing outpatient ankle open reduction internal fixation (ORIF). Adult patients undergoing ankle ORIF were matched 2:1 (no block:block) using propensity-score matching. Preoperative patient characteristics and postoperative outcomes were compared between cohorts. VAS and total narcotic intake were evaluated for each of the first 3 postoperative 8-hour shifts. Narcotic medication was converted to morphine milligram equivalents (MME). Thirty-two patients who received PNB were matched to 64 patients who did not. The PNB group had lower VAS and MME during each of the 8-hour shifts after surgery: 0 to 8 hours (VAS 1.8 vs 6.3; MME 10.6 vs 77.9; p < .001), 8 to 16 hours (VAS 1.2 vs 5.9; MME 9.2 vs 28.2; p < .001), 16 to 24 hours (VAS 3.7 vs 6.2; MME 13.2 vs 24.2; p = .006 and 0.019). PNB had a shorter LOS (average 16.7 hours vs 26.8 hours; p < .001). There were no differences in rates of ED presentations after discharge, hospital readmissions, or complications between cohorts. Peripheral nerve blocks after ankle ORIF are associated with shorter hospital LOS, lower VAS, and reduced narcotic intake without increasing rates of ED visits, hospital readmissions, or complications.
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- Resident, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA.
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- Resident, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA
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- Anesthesiologist, Director of Regional Anesthesiology, Assistant Professor, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA
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- Orthopaedic Surgeon, Chief, Chair, Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, and Director of Orthopaedic Trauma, Boston Medical Center, Boston, MA
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Indications for retrograde intramedullary screw fixation of the distal fibula: a retrospective cohort series. OTA Int 2022; 5:e216. [PMID: 36569110 PMCID: PMC9782339 DOI: 10.1097/oi9.0000000000000216] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2021] [Accepted: 06/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Introduction Ankle fractures are a common orthopaedic injury that often require surgical fixation. Because the comorbid population in the United States continues to survive longer, it has become routine to treat comorbid patients with unstable ankle fractures. The literature has identified comorbidities known to increase the risk of ankle fracture complications to include age 55 years or older, body mass index >29.9, polytrauma, open fractures, diabetes mellitus, smoking, peripheral neuropathy, and alcohol use. Methods We retrospectively reviewed 37 patients who received retrograde intramedullary screw fixation of the distal fibula, all of whom had preexisting conditions known to increase the rate of postoperative complications. Results Thirty-seven patients were included in this study, of whom 36 (97.3%) went on to union. Six of 37 patients (16.2%) had complications although only one (2.7%) was due to inadequate fixation. The average time to weight-bearing as tolerated was 57.2 days (15-115 days). Two patients (5.4%) had symptomatic instrumentation requiring removal after union. Two patients (5.4%) had delayed union of the distal fibula, which responded to the use of a bone stimulator. One patient (2.7%) developed a nonunion which led to chronic subluxation of the ankle joint. One patient (2.7%) had a minor medial ankle wound complication that was treated with oral antibiotics and local wound care. Conclusions Retrograde intramedullary screw fixation of the distal fibula is a viable alternative to plate and screw fixation in patients with unstable ankle fractures who have known risk factors for increased complications. However, not all distal fibula fractures are amenable to this fixation method. Level of Evidence Level III retrospective cohort study.
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Kang HJ, Lee JW, Kwon YM, Kim SJ. Epidemiology of Ankle Fractures in Korea: A Nationwide Population-Based Study. J Korean Med Sci 2022; 37:e288. [PMID: 36193640 PMCID: PMC9530309 DOI: 10.3346/jkms.2022.37.e288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2022] [Accepted: 07/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Although ankle fractures are among the most common fractures, nationwide population-based data on the epidemiology of patients with ankle fractures are scarce. This study aimed to perform an epidemiological analysis of all ankle fractures in Korea from 2010 through 2018. METHODS We used national registries from the Korean Health Insurance Review and Assessment Service from 2009 to 2018. The annual incidence of the ankle fracture was calculated. The incidence was also calculated according to gender and age. Trends of fracture subtypes were also analyzed. Then, the incidence of ankle fractures by seasonal variation was investigated. RESULTS A total of 735,073 ankle fractures were identified in 461,497,758 people for 10 years. The annual incidence of ankle fracture was 171.37/100,000 persons in 2018, with a male to female ratio of 0.78. Interesting differences in the ankle fracture trends were observed between gender. Male shows the highest incidence in adolescence, and the even distribution has lasted for the rest of their lives. In females, the incidence of ankle fracture showed an increasing tendency as their age increased. There was a clear difference in the incidence rate of each season according to age. Ankle fractures occurred more in spring and autumn in children and adolescents and most in winter in the elderly. CONCLUSION Ankle fracture risk was different between sex and exhibited seasonal variations. Our findings can be used for epidemiological awareness and prevention campaigns for ankle fractures.
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- Hwa Jun Kang
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Hwaseong, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Wonju Severance Christian Hospital, Yonsei University Wonju College of Medicine, Wonju, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Hwaseong, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Dongtan Sacred Heart Hospital, Hallym University College of Medicine, Hwaseong, Korea.
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Sharma T, Farrugia P. Early versus late weight bearing & ankle mobilization in the postoperative management of ankle fractures: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Foot Ankle Surg 2022; 28:827-835. [PMID: 35337752 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2022.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2021] [Revised: 02/11/2022] [Accepted: 03/01/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND While open reduction and internal fixation is currently considered the optimum treatment option for displaced ankle fractures, the most optimal post-operative rehabilitation strategy in this setting remains unclear. The objective of this investigation was to compare the effect of early vs. late weight bearing and ankle mobilization in the post-operative management of ankle fractures. METHODS Medline, Embase, CENTRAL, Scopus, CINHAL, and Web of Science were searched to identify randomized controlled trials (RCTs) and quasi-RCTs. Two review authors screened articles, abstracted data, and evaluated risk of bias in duplicate. Outcomes of interest included post-operative ankle function and overall time to return to work. Studies on weight bearing and ankle mobilization were analysed separately and all data were pooled using random-effects models. RESULTS Eighteen trials were included in the review of which 14 were included in the meta-analysis of at least one outcome of interest. Majority of the studies presented a high overall risk of bias. Early weight bearing demonstrated significantly better short-term postoperative functional scores at 6-9 weeks postoperatively (SMD: 0.39, 95% CI: 0.19, 0.58; p < 0.0001; I2 = 0%). However, the functional effect of early weight bearing compared to late weight bearing gradually became equivalent by the 6 month postoperative time-period. Early weight bearing also demonstrated a significant reduction in the time to return to work/daily activities (MD: -12.29, 95% CI: -17.39, -7.19; p < 0.0001; I2 = 0%). In comparison, no significant differences were found between early ankle mobilization/exercises and immobilization. CONCLUSION Our findings suggest a potential role of EWB in improving post-operative ankle-function in the short-term and reducing the overall time to return to work/daily activities, but no clinical benefit associated with early ankle mobilization post-surgery.
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- Tanmay Sharma
- Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
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Heyes GJ, Khashkhusha TR, Mason L. Posterolateral Approach to Posterior Malleolar Fractures: A Literature Review. Foot Ankle Spec 2021; 16:149-158. [PMID: 34353143 DOI: 10.1177/19386400211009366] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023]
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This study reviews the current evidence on the indications and outcomes of the posterolateral approach in the treatment of posterior malleolar fractures. PubMed and Google Scholar search engines were used to construct a review of the literature for all studies detailing the posterolateral approach for posterior malleolar fracture fixation. A total of 11 studies met our inclusion criteria. In total, 332 fractures were identified. Overall superficial infection occurred in 4.5%, skin necrosis in 4.5%, and nerve injury in 4.5%. Hardware irritation that required removal occurred in 13.6%. None of the hardware removals involved posterior malleolus fixation. A total of 51 (15.4%) cases of arthritis were reported, follow-up ranged from a mean of 5.3 months to a mean 7.9 years. Regardless the majority of patient reported outcomes were excellent/good at final follow-up. Thresholds for joint reduction were not uniformly described or even quantified at all in some of the included studies. Variable indications for fixation were reported without reference to posterior malleolus fracture morphology. The posterolateral approach provides a satisfactory approach for fracture reduction with similar complication rates to that reported for other ankle fracture approaches. Further research is required on posterior malleolus fracture morphology, optimal fracture fixation and longer term functional and radiological outcomes.Levels of Evidence: Level III: Systematic review of retrospective cohort studies.
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- Gavin J Heyes
- Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon, Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Aintree University Hospital, Trauma and Orthopaedics Department, Liverpool, UK
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- Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon, Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Aintree University Hospital, Trauma and Orthopaedics Department, Liverpool, UK
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Wenger D, Henning H, Bergkvist D, Rogmark C. Fewer reoperations after posterolateral plate positioning compared with lateral plate positioning in ankle fractures-a retrospective study on 453 AO/OTA 44-B injuries. Injury 2021; 52:1999-2005. [PMID: 33879339 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2021.04.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2020] [Revised: 03/14/2021] [Accepted: 04/04/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Ankle fractures are commonly treated by open reduction and internal fixation with plate and screws. Unplanned return to theatre is common, in many cases to extract prominent osteosynthesis material from the lateral malleolus as swelling subsides. We hypothesised that patients operated with a posterolateral plate placement on the lateral malleolus would have fewer reoperations, and fewer complications, compared to patients with a lateral plate placement. MATERIALS AND METHODS From a prospectively collected database of all orthopaedic surgery performed at our institution, we identified 664 ankle fractures undergoing plate fixation between 2008-01-01 and 2012-04-30. Radiographs were analysed to only include AO/OTA 44-B-fractures (n = 453), and to define study groups based on plate positioning. Hospital files were assessed to identify possible confounding factors, and any unplanned reoperation or complication. Complications were classified according to Dindo-Clavien. RESULTS The risk of reoperation was 13% after posterolateral plating, compared with 24% after lateral plating; absolute risk reduction 10% (95% CI: 2.5-18), p = 0.02. After adjusting for possible confounders, the odds ratio of undergoing reoperation after lateral plating was 2.2 (95% CI: 1.17-4.1), p = 0.01. The two surgical methods did not differ with regard to complication frequency: 31% vs 34%, p = 0.6, but complications following lateral plate fixation were more serious, p = 0.03. Plate positioning depended on surgeon preference. DISCUSSION The two studied methods are both considered standard treatment of ankle fractures, and relatively simple surgical procedures. High rates of secondary surgery after plate fixation have been reported, but no study comparing plate positioning has been previously published to our knowledge. AO Sweden has recently switched to teaching posterolateral plating in group exercises during the AO Basic Fracture Surgery course, based on the belief that it may be safer than lateral plating. Our findings support this change in practice. CONCLUSIONS Posterolateral plate positioning on the lateral malleolus in AO/OTA 44-B-fractures may be preferential to lateral plate positioning, due to a large difference in unplanned secondary surgery.
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- Daniel Wenger
- Department of Orthopaedics, Skåne University Hospital, Inga Marie Nilssons gata 22, 205 02 Malmö, Sweden; Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Box 117, 221 00 Lund, Sweden.
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- Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Box 117, 221 00 Lund, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Skåne University Hospital, Inga Marie Nilssons gata 22, 205 02 Malmö, Sweden; Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Box 117, 221 00 Lund, Sweden.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Skåne University Hospital, Inga Marie Nilssons gata 22, 205 02 Malmö, Sweden; Faculty of Medicine, Lund University, Box 117, 221 00 Lund, Sweden
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Chen X, Lim JA, Zhou A, Thahir A. Currents concepts of the perioperative management of closed ankle fractures. J Perioper Pract 2021; 32:295-300. [PMID: 34190640 PMCID: PMC9619258 DOI: 10.1177/17504589211006018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Ankle fractures are common injuries that can result in substantial morbidity in the population. This review discusses the management of closed ankle fractures and outlines the recent evidence and guidelines on perioperative management. In general, a detailed history should be undertaken, followed by examination and imaging of the affected limb. Fixation is based on the AO principles of fracture management that aims towards restoring stability of the joint and reducing the risk of long-term complications. A multidisciplinary approach towards perioperative management is recommended in view of the increasing proportion of aging patients with significant comorbidities.
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- Xiaoyu Chen
- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Addenbrookes Major Trauma Unit, Cambridge University Hospitals, Cambridge, UK.,School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Addenbrookes Major Trauma Unit, Cambridge University Hospitals, Cambridge, UK.,School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Addenbrookes Major Trauma Unit, Cambridge University Hospitals, Cambridge, UK.,School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- Department of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Addenbrookes Major Trauma Unit, Cambridge University Hospitals, Cambridge, UK
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Scheer RC, Newman JM, Zhou JJ, Oommen AJ, Naziri Q, Shah NV, Pascal SC, Penny GS, McKean JM, Tsai J, Uribe JA. Ankle Fracture Epidemiology in the United States: Patient-Related Trends and Mechanisms of Injury. J Foot Ankle Surg 2021; 59:479-483. [PMID: 32354504 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2019.09.016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 60] [Impact Index Per Article: 20.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/23/2018] [Accepted: 09/11/2019] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Current nationwide epidemiological data regarding ankle fractures are scarce. Such information is important towards better quantifying the mortality associated with such injuries, financial impact, as well as the implementation of preventative measures. This study evaluated the epidemiology of ankle fractures that occurred during a 5-year period. Specifically, we evaluated demographics, mechanism of injury, and disposition. The National Electronic Injury Surveillance System was queried to identify all patients with ankle fractures that presented to US hospital emergency departments between 2012 and 2016. Census data were used to determine the incidence rates of ankle fractures in terms of age, sex, and race. There was an estimated total of 673,214 ankle fractures that occurred during this period, with an incidence rate of 4.22/10,000 person-years. The mean age of patients with an ankle fracture was 37 ± 22.86 (SD) years; 23.5% of ankle fractures occurred in patients aged 10 to 19 years (7.56/10,000 person-years). In addition, 44% of ankle fractures occurred in men (3.81/10,000 person-years), whereas 56% occurred in women (4.63/10,000 person-years). Data on race/ethnicity were available for 71% of the subjects, with incidence rates of 2.85/10,000 person-years for whites, 3.01/10,000 person-years for blacks, and 4.08/10,000 person-years for others. The most common mechanism of injury was falls (54.83%), followed by sports (20.76%), exercise (16.84%), jumping (4.42%), trauma (2.84%), and other (0.30%). For disposition, 81.84% of patients were treated and released, 1.43% were transferred, 16.01% were admitted, 0.59% were held for observation, and 0.13% left against medical advice. The highest incidence of ankle fractures in men occurred in the 10-to-19-years age group, but women were more commonly affected in all other age groups.
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- Ryan C Scheer
- Medical Student, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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- Orthopaedic Surgery Resident, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY.
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- Medical Student, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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- Medical Student, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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- Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY; Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL
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- Orthopaedic Surgery Resident, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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- Orthopaedic Surgery Resident, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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- Orthopaedic Surgery Resident, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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- Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY; Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Brookdale University Hospital Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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- Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, New York, NY
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- Assistant Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Rehabilitation Medicine, State University of New York, Downstate Medical Center, Brooklyn, NY
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Mok TN, He Q, Panneerselavam S, Wang H, Hou H, Zheng X, Pan J, Li J. Open versus arthroscopic ankle arthrodesis: a systematic review and meta-analysis. J Orthop Surg Res 2020; 15:187. [PMID: 32448398 PMCID: PMC7247192 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-020-01708-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/09/2020] [Accepted: 05/13/2020] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Background Osteoarthritis (OA) is a growing health concern that affects approximately 27 million people in the USA and is associated with a $185 billion annual cost burden. Choosing between open surgery and arthroscopic arthrodesis for ankle arthritis is still controversial. This study compared arthroscopic arthrodesis and open surgery by performing a systematic review and meta-analysis. Methods For the systematic review, a literature search was conducted in 4 English databases (PubMed, Embase, Medline and the Cochrane Library) from inception to February 2020. Three prospective cohort studies and 7 retrospective cohort studies, enrolling a total of 507 patients with ankle arthritis, were included. Results For fusion rate, the pooled data showed a significantly higher rate of fusion during arthroscopic arthrodesis compared with open surgery (odds ratio 0.25, 95% CI 0.11 to 0.57, p = 0.0010). Regarding estimated blood loss, the pooled data showed significantly less blood loss during arthroscopic arthrodesis compared with open surgery (WMD 52.04, 95% CI 14.14 to 89.94, p = 0.007). For tourniquet time, the pooled data showed a shorter tourniquet time during arthroscopic arthrodesis compared with open surgery (WMD 22.68, 95% CI 1.92 to 43.43, p = 0.03). For length of hospital stay, the pooled data showed less hospitalisation time for patients undergoing arthroscopic arthrodesis compared with open surgery (WMD 1.62, 95% CI 0.97 to 2.26, p < 0.00001). The pooled data showed better recovery for the patients who underwent arthroscopic arthrodesis compared with open surgery at 1 year (WMD 14.73, 95% CI 6.66 to 22.80, p = 0.0003). Conclusion In conclusion, arthroscopic arthrodesis was associated with a higher fusion rate, smaller estimated blood loss, shorter tourniquet time, and shorter length of hospitalisation than open surgery.
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- Tsz Ngai Mok
- Department of Sport Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510630, Guangdong, China.,International School, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510632, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Sport Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510630, Guangdong, China.,International School, Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510632, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Sport Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510630, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Sport Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510630, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Sport Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510630, Guangdong, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510630, Guangdong, China.
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- Department of Sport Medicine, First Affiliated Hospital of Jinan University, Guangzhou, 510630, Guangdong, China.
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Yin Z, Wang Z, Ge D, Yan J, Jiang C, Liang B. Treatment of a high-energy transsyndesmotic ankle fracture: A case report of "logsplitter injury". Medicine (Baltimore) 2020; 99:e19380. [PMID: 32118785 PMCID: PMC7478461 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000019380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/18/2019] [Revised: 12/15/2019] [Accepted: 01/29/2020] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION The "logsplitter injury" is a special type of ankle fractures that results from high energy violence with combined rotational forces and axial loads. So far, the diagnose and treatment of "logsplitter injury" remain largely unsettled and related literature is rare. PATIENT CONCERNS An 18-year-old male fell from a fence and got his left ankle injured with severe malformation and swollen condition. No open wound was observed. DIAGNOSIS Logsplitter injury, ankle fracture (AO/OTA classification 44C1.1, Lauge-Hansen classification: pronation-external rotation). INTERVENTIONS AND OUTCOMES The patient was initially treated by internal fixation of fibular, repair of deltoid ligaments, and 1 syndesmotic screw fixation. When the X-ray applied after surgery, another 2 syndesmotic screws were performed to enhance stability. The syndesmotic screws were removed at 12-week and 16-week respectively. The patient was allowed for full weight-bearing immediately. However, the syndesmotic space was slightly increased compared to the contralateral side in CT views at 1-year follow-up, the function outcome was satisfied. CONCLUSION The logsplitter injury is a high-energy ankle fracture that requires both axial and rotational load. It is categorized as 44B or 44C by the AO/OTA classification. In the classification scheme of Lauge-Hansen, our case is in line with the pronation-external rotation classification. Anatomic reduction and fixation of ankle syndesmotic injuries are required to restore the biomechanics of the ankle joint so that long-term complications can be prevented. How to fixation the syndesmosis, whether to reconstruct the deltoid ligament remains in debate in the treatment of logsplitter injury, whether and when to remove the syndesmotic screws were still debated. Correct surgical intervention is successful in the treatment of "logsplitter injury", however, the optimal fixation of syndesmosis and repair of deltoid ligaments need further investigate.
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Risk factors for surgical site infections after open reduction and internal fixation of acetabulum fracture in the west of Iran. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SURGERY OPEN 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.ijso.2020.11.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022]
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Mb O, Aksan T, Ertekin C, Tezcan M. Coverage of exposed bone and hardware of the medial malleolus with tibialis posterior artery perforator flap after ankle fracture surgery complications. Int Wound J 2019; 17:429-435. [PMID: 31880089 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.13289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/10/2019] [Revised: 11/24/2019] [Accepted: 12/05/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Ankle fractures are among the most common orthopaedic surgical procedures. Skin-related complications of these surgeries are difficult to reconstruct due to the inadequacy of soft tissue in the region. Although free flaps are generally considered as the first choice in reconstruction of this area, free flaps may not be a suitable option especially in patients with advanced age and comorbidities. Perforator flaps offer a fast and safe alternative in lower extremity reconstruction. In the literature, there are a limited number of studies using perforator flaps in managing the postoperative complications of the lower extremity trauma surgeries. In our study, we report our experience with reconstruction of soft-tissue defects of medial malleolar region using posterior tibial artery perforator flap for postoperative complications of ankle fracture-related surgeries.
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- Ozturk Mb
- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, T.C. Medeniyet University, Goztepe Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, T.C. Medeniyet University, Goztepe Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, T.C. Medeniyet University, Goztepe Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, T.C. Medeniyet University, Goztepe Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey
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Do surgical site complications after ankle fracture surgery reduce with Aquacel Extra Ag®? Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2019. [DOI: 10.1016/j.recote.2019.04.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Luque-Valenzuela M, Sánchez-Aguilera AJ, Martín-Vivaldi-Jiménez A, Jódar-Graus R, Prados-Olleta N. Do surgical site complications after ankle fracture surgery reduce with Aquacel Extra Ag ®? Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2019; 63:342-345. [PMID: 31235393 DOI: 10.1016/j.recot.2019.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2018] [Revised: 01/29/2019] [Accepted: 04/01/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION Ankle fractures account for up to 10% of total fractures. Most of them require surgical fixation, which involves an important risk of wound complications. The aim of this study was to determine whether a silver-impregnated occlusive surgical dressing (Aquacel Ag Extra®) was effective in reducing the rates of wound complications after ankle fracture open reduction and internal fixation compared to standard sterile dressing. METHODS We prospectively reviewed 233 patients who underwent ankle fracture open reduction and internal fixation. Surgeons switched from using a standard dressing to an Aquacel Ag Extra® from July 2017 to February 2018, without other major changes in perioperative management. We compared skin complications between both groups after 3 months' follow-up. RESULTS The statistical analysis showed that there is no difference in the prevalence of skin complications between both groups. CONCLUSIONS The theoretical advantages of silver impregnated dressings need further prospective randomized controlled studies to assess the appropriate indications for their use in orthopaedic surgery.
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- Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, España
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- Facultad de Medicina, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, Granada, España
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Meng J, Sun T, Zhang F, Qin S, Li Y, Zhao H. Deep surgical site infection after ankle fractures treated by open reduction and internal fixation in adults: A retrospective case-control study. Int Wound J 2018; 15:971-977. [PMID: 30091528 PMCID: PMC7949792 DOI: 10.1111/iwj.12957] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2018] [Revised: 06/02/2018] [Accepted: 06/05/2018] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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Information on ankle fractures is limited. The purpose of this study was to investigate the incidence and risk factors for deep surgical site infection (DSSI) after open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). Adult patients who underwent ORIF for an ankle fractures at 3 level-I centres between January 2013 and June 2017 were included. Data on demographic, injury-related, and surgery-related variables and biochemical indexes from the laboratory were collected from patients' electronic medical records. Univariate analysis and multivariate logistic regression analysis model were used to perform the data analysis through SPSS 19.0. Within 1-year postoperatively, 2.83% (74/2617) of cases developed DSSI, with the earliest occurring at the 4th and latest at 147th day. Pseudomonas aeruginosa, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, and methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus were the top 3 bacteria, causing 73% (37/51) of all the cases. Age (45-64 and ≥65 years), current smoking status, chronic heart disease, lower preoperative albumin level, open injury, and prolonged surgical duration were identified to be independently associated with DSSI occurrence. Preoperative active supplementation of nutrition, immediate smoking cessation, and optimisation of an operative plan for the reduction of surgical duration were feasible measures for DSSI prevention following ORIF of ankle fractures.
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- Jinghong Meng
- Department of Rheumatology and ImmunologyThe 3rd Hospital of Hebei Medical UniversityShijiazhuangPR China
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- Department of Bone TumorThe 3rd Hospital of Hebei Medical UniversityShijiazhuangPR China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle SurgeryThe 3rd Hospital of Hebei Medical UniversityShijiazhuangPR China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle SurgeryThe 3rd Hospital of Hebei Medical UniversityShijiazhuangPR China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle SurgeryThe 3rd Hospital of Hebei Medical UniversityShijiazhuangPR China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle SurgeryThe 3rd Hospital of Hebei Medical UniversityShijiazhuangPR China
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Pallis MP, Pressman DN, Heida K, Nicholson T, Ishikawa S. Effect of Ankle Position on Tibiotalar Motion With Screw Fixation of the Distal Tibiofibular Syndesmosis in a Fracture Model. Foot Ankle Int 2018; 39:746-750. [PMID: 29600720 DOI: 10.1177/1071100718759966] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Anatomic reduction and fixation of the syndesmosis in traumatic injuries is paramount in restoring function of the tibiotalar joint. While overcompression is a potential error, recent work has called into question whether ankle position during fixation really matters in this regard. Our study aimed to corroborate more recent findings using a fracture model that, to our knowledge, has not been previously tested. METHODS Twenty cadaver leg specimens were obtained and prepared. Each was tested for tibiotalar motion under various conditions: intact syndesmosis, intact syndesmosis with lag screw compression, pronation external rotation type 4 (PER-4) ankle fracture with syndesmotic disruption, and single-screw syndesmotic fixation followed by plate and screw fracture and syndesmotic screw fixation. In each situation, the ankle was held in alternating plantarflexion and dorsiflexion when inserting the syndesmotic screw with the subsequent amount of maximal dorsiflexion being recorded following hand-tight lag screw fixation. RESULTS While ankle range of motion increased significantly with creation of the PER-4 injury, under no condition was there a statistically significant change in maximal dorsiflexion angle. CONCLUSION Ankle position during distal tibiofibular syndesmosis fixation did not limit dorsiflexion of the ankle joint. CLINICAL RELEVANCE Our findings suggest that maximal dorsiflexion during syndesmotic screw fixation may not be necessary.
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- Mark P Pallis
- 1 William Beaumont Army Medical Center, El Paso, TX, USA
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- 1 William Beaumont Army Medical Center, El Paso, TX, USA
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Sun Y, Wang H, Tang Y, Zhao H, Qin S, Xu L, Xia Z, Zhang F. Incidence and risk factors for surgical site infection after open reduction and internal fixation of ankle fracture: A retrospective multicenter study. Medicine (Baltimore) 2018; 97:e9901. [PMID: 29443762 PMCID: PMC5839807 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000009901] [Citation(s) in RCA: 68] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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UNLABELLED Information on surgical site infection (SSI) after surgical treatment of ankle fracture is limited and remains controversial. The purpose of the present study was to determine the incidence and risk factors for SSI after open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of ankle fracture. Patients who underwent ORIF for ankle fracture at 3 centers between January 2015 and December 2016 were included. The potential risk factors for SSI included demographic variables, including age, sex, body mass index (BMI), hypertension, diabetes mellitus, heart disease, smoking, and excessive alcohol intake; blood test variables including preoperative white blood cell count, neutrophil count, red blood cell count, hemoglobin, total protein, albumin and globulin; injury- and surgery-related variables, including duration of operation (minutes), intraoperative blood loss, surgeon level, fracture site, accompanied dislocation, use of a drainage tube, and antibiotic use. Factors related with SSI occurrence were investigated by univariate analysis, and then by multivariate analysis. During hospitalization, 4.37% (66/1511) of patients developed SSI, which was deep in 1.32% (20/1510) and superficial in 3.05% (46/1510). The most common causative agent was polymicrobial (causing approximately half of all SSIs), followed by methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). Multivariate analysis revealed that the significant risk factors for SSI occurrence were open injury, advanced age, incision cleanliness II - IV, high-energy injury, more experienced surgeon level, greater BMI, chronic heart disease, history of allergy, and preoperative neutrophil count > 75%. Preoperative preventative measures should be taken in patients with these conditions to lower the incidence of SSI after ORIF of ankle fracture. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III - Retrospective Comparative Study.
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- Yaning Sun
- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, the Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University
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- Department of Histology and Embryology, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, the Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, the Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, the Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University
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- Department of Foot and hand Surgery, Xingtai People‘s Hospital, Xingtai
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- Department of Orthopedics 4, Handan Branch of the Jizhong Energy Fengfeng Group General Hospital, Handan, Hebei, China
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, the Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University
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Sun R, Li M, Wang X, Li X, Wu L, Chen Z, Chen K. Surgical site infection following open reduction and internal fixation of a closed ankle fractures: A retrospective multicenter cohort study. Int J Surg 2017; 48:86-91. [PMID: 29050964 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijsu.2017.10.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2017] [Revised: 09/20/2017] [Accepted: 10/02/2017] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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BACKGROUND Identification of risk factors for surgical site infection (SSI) after surgical ankle fractures was important, but related evidence was inadequate. This study was conducted to investigate the incidence and risk factors for SSI after open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of a closed ankle fractures. METHODS Patients who underwent ORIF for a closed ankle fractures at 3 centers between July 2015 and January 2017 were included. Electronic medical recordings (EMR) and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS) were inquired for information on patients' clinical and radiographic characteristics. The potential factors include 4 aspects: demographics, injury-related, surgery-related and biochemical indictors. Factors related with SSI were analyzed by univariate and further by multivariate logistic regression model. RESULTS During the hospitalization, 3.7% (46/1247) of patients developed SSI, with 1.12% (14/1247) for deep and 2.57% (32/1247) for superficial SSI. Approximately half of SSIs were caused by Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). After adjustment for confounding factors, higher body mass index (BMI), surgeon level (residents or treating surgeon), surgical duration>130mins, delayed surgery, preoperative TP < 60 g/L were significant risk factor or predictors for SSI occurrence. CONCLUSIONS After comprehensive evaluation of patients medical conditions, immediate operation by a surgeon with more expertise could effectively reduce SSI occurrence.
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- Ran Sun
- Department of Joint Surgery, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, 050051, PR China.
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- Department of the Orthopaedics, The Second People' Hospital of Hengshui, Hengshui, Hebei, 053000, PR China.
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- Department of Joint Surgery, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, 050051, PR China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Handan Central Hospital, Handan, Hebei, 056002, PR China.
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- Department of Joint Surgery, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, 050051, PR China.
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- Department of Joint Surgery, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, 050051, PR China.
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- Department of Joint Surgery, The Third Hospital of Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, Hebei, 050051, PR China.
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Gonzalez T, Egan J, Ghorbanhoseini M, Blais M, Lechtig A, Velasco B, Nazarian A, Kwon JY. Overtightening of the syndesmosis revisited and the effect of syndesmotic malreduction on ankle dorsiflexion. Injury 2017; 48:1253-1257. [PMID: 28390687 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2017.03.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2017] [Accepted: 03/21/2017] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Ankle syndesmotic injuries are a significant source of morbidity and require anatomic reduction to optimize outcomes. Although a previous study concluded that maximal dorsiflexion during syndesmotic fixation was not required, methodologic weaknesses existed and several studies have demonstrated improved ankle dorsiflexion after removal of syndesmotic screws. The purposes of the current investigation are: (1) To assess the effect of compressive syndesmotic screw fixation on ankle dorsiflexion utilizing a controlled load and instrumentation allowing for precise measurement of motion. (2) To assess the effect of anterior & posterior syndesmotic malreduction after compressive syndesmotic screw fixation on ankle dorsiflexion. MATERIAL AND METHODS Fifteen lower limb cadaveric leg specimens were utilized for the study. Ankle dorsiflexion was measured utilizing a precise micro-sensor system after application of a consistent load in the (1) intact state, (2) after compression fixation with a syndesmotic screw and (3) after anterior & (4) posterior malreduction of the syndesmosis. RESULTS Following screw compression of the nondisplaced syndesmosis, dorsiflexion ROM was 99.7±0.87% (mean±standard error) of baseline ankle ROM. Anterior and posterior malreduction of the syndesmosis resulted in dorsiflexion ROM that was 99.1±1.75% and 98.6±1.56% of baseline ankle ROM, respectively. One-way ANOVA was performed showing no statistical significance between groups (p-value=0.88). Two-way ANOVA comparing the groups with respect to both the reduction condition (intact, anatomic reduction, anterior displacement, posterior displacement) and the displacement order (anterior first, posterior first) did not demonstrate a statistically significant effect (p-value=0.99). CONCLUSION Maximal dorsiflexion of the ankle is not required prior to syndesmotic fixation as no loss of motion was seen with compressive fixation in our cadaver model. Anterior or posterior syndesmotic malreduction following syndesmotic screw fixation had no effect on ankle dorsiflexion. Poor patient outcomes after syndesmotic malreduction may be due to other factors and not loss of dorsiflexion motion. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Tyler Gonzalez
- Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program, Boston, MA, United States.
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- Center for Advanced Orthopaedic Studies at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States.
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- Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program, Boston, MA, United States.
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- Center for Advanced Orthopaedic Studies at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, United States.
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- The Commonwealth Medical College, Scranton, PA, United States.
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- Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Surgery Residency Program, Boston, MA, United States.
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- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA, United States.
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Olsen LL, Møller AM, Brorson S, Hasselager RB, Sort R. The impact of lifestyle risk factors on the rate of infection after surgery for a fracture of the ankle. Bone Joint J 2017; 99-B:225-230. [DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.99b2.bjj-2016-0344.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2016] [Accepted: 10/04/2016] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Aims Lifestyle risk factors are thought to increase the risk of infection after acute orthopaedic surgery but the evidence is scarce. We aimed to investigate whether smoking, obesity and alcohol overuse are risk factors for the development of infections after surgery for a fracture of the ankle. Patients and Methods We retrospectively reviewed all patients who underwent internal fixation of a fracture of the ankle between 2008 and 2013. The primary outcome was the rate of deep infection and the secondary outcome was any surgical site infection (SSI). Associations with the risk factors and possible confounding variables were analysed univariably and multivariably with backwards elimination. Results A total of 1043 patients were included; 64 (6.1%) had a deep infection and 146 (14.0%) had SSI. Obesity was strongly associated with both outcomes (odds ratio (OR) 2.21, p = 0.017 and OR 1.68, p = 0.032) in all analyses. Alcohol overuse was similarly associated, though significant only in unadjusted analyses. Surprisingly, smoking did not yield statistically significant associations with infections. Conclusion These findings suggest that obesity and possibly alcohol overuse are independent risk factors for the development of infection following surgery for a fracture of the ankle. This large study brings new evidence concerning these common risk factors; although prospective studies are needed to confirm causality. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2017;99-B:225–30.
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- L. L. Olsen
- Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, Herlev
Ringvej 75, 2730 Herlev, Denmark
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- Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, Herlev
Ringvej 75, 2730 Herlev, Denmark
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- Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, Herlev
Ringvej 75, 2730 Herlev, Denmark
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- Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, Herlev
Ringvej 75, 2730 Herlev, Denmark
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- Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, Herlev
Ringvej 75, 2730 Herlev, Denmark
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Ovaska MT, Nuutinen T, Madanat R, Mäkinen TJ, Söderlund T. The role of outpatient visit after operative treatment of ankle fractures. Injury 2016; 47:2575-2578. [PMID: 27622614 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2016.09.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2016] [Revised: 07/27/2016] [Accepted: 09/05/2016] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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It is a common practice that patients have a scheduled follow-up visit with radiographs following ankle fracture surgery. The aim of this study was to evaluate whether an early outpatient visit (<3 weeks) after ankle fracture surgery resulted in a change in patient management. For this study, 878 consecutive operatively treated ankle fracture patients with an early outpatient clinical-radiological visit were reviewed. The outcome measure was a change in treatment plan defined as any procedure, medication, or surgical intervention that is not typically implemented during the uncomplicated healing process of an acute fracture. A change in treatment plan was observed in 9.8% of operatively treated ankle fracture patients. The mean age of the patients was 48 years and the mean follow-up time was 64 months. Of the changes in treatment plan, 91% were exclusively due to clinical findings such as infection. Only three of 878 patients required a change in their treatment plan based merely on the findings of the radiographs taken at the outpatient visit. Only 37% of the patients requiring a change in their postoperative management had solicited an unanticipated visit before the scheduled outpatient visit due to clinical problems such as infection or a cast-related issue. Our study showed that every tenth operatively treated ankle fracture patient requires a change in their treatment plan due to a clinical problem such as infection or a cast-related issue. Although at hospital discharge all patients are provided with written instructions on where to contact if problems related to the operated ankle emerge, only one third of the patients are aware of the clinically alarming symptoms and seek care when problems present. Our findings do not support obtaining routine radiographs at the early outpatient visit in an ankle fracture patient without clinical signs of a complication.
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- Mikko T Ovaska
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland.
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Helsinki University Hospital, Helsinki, Finland
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