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Delniotis I, Bontinis V, Ktenidis K, Drakonaki EE, Galanis N. Diagnostic accuracy of ultrasound versus X-ray for distal forearm fractures in children and adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg 2024:10.1007/s00068-024-02451-9. [PMID: 38300283 DOI: 10.1007/s00068-024-02451-9] [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: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 01/14/2024] [Indexed: 02/02/2024]
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PURPOSE Utilizing ultrasound for the detection of distal forearm fractures in children presents a potential safe and radiation-free alternative compared to X-ray. METHODS A systematic review was undertaken to compare the diagnostic accuracy of ultrasound in detecting distal forearm fractures in children with X-ray imaging within the period spanning January 2010 to August 2023. The electronic databases MEDLINE and Cochrane CENTRAL were utilized for data retrieval. The QUADAS-2 tool was employed to assess the quality of the included studies. Subsequent statistical analysis was performed to calculate pooled sensitivity and specificity, positive and negative likelihood ratios, as well as the diagnostic odds ratio. RESULTS Our meta-analysis included seventeen studies, encompassing a total of 2003 patients, 2546 ultrasound scans, and 1203 fracture cases as identified by the reference test (X-ray). The pooled sensitivity and specificity were 0.96 (95% CI: 0.93-0.98) and 0.96 (95% CI: 0.89-0.98), respectively. The positive likelihood ratio was 13.40 (95% CI: 7.97-21.50), the negative likelihood ratio was 0.06 (95% CI: 0.04-0.1), and the pooled diagnostic odds ratio was 209 (95% CI: 92.20-412.00). Our statistical analysis revealed low heterogeneity within our studied cohort. CONCLUSIONS Our study indicates that ultrasound exhibits exceptionally high accuracy in the detection of distal forearm fractures in children and adolescents. It can be employed safely to either confirm or rule out a fracture, thus circumventing the need for potentially harmful radiation exposure in this vulnerable population. Future research endeavors should focus on establishing a universally accepted protocol for training and scanning methods to standardize practices and eliminate disparities in diagnostic procedures.
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- Ioannis Delniotis
- Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Aristoteleio Panepistemio Thessalonikes, Thessaloniki, Greece.
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, AHEPA University General Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, AHEPA University General Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
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- Department of Anatomy, Medical School, University of Crete, Heraklion, Crete, Greece
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- 1st Orthopaedic Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Papanikolaou General Hospital, Thessaloniki, Greece
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Hassankhani A, Amoukhteh M, Jannatdoust P, Valizadeh P, Gholamrezanezhad A. A systematic review and meta-analysis on the diagnostic utility of ultrasound for clavicle fractures. Skeletal Radiol 2024; 53:307-318. [PMID: 37433884 DOI: 10.1007/s00256-023-04396-3] [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: 05/28/2023] [Revised: 06/24/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Ultrasound's real-time, high-resolution imaging, and accessibility at the point of care make it a valuable tool for diagnosing clavicle fractures, with growing evidence supporting its diagnostic accuracy compared to other imaging modalities. OBJECTIVE To assess the diagnostic utility of ultrasound in detecting clavicle fractures. METHODS A systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted by performing a comprehensive literature search in PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, and Embase databases up to March 10, 2023, following established guidelines. Eligible studies that reported outcomes of interest were included, relevant data elements were extracted, and data analysis was performed using STATA software version 17.0. RESULTS Meta-analysis of seven included studies showed high-pooled sensitivity (0.94) and specificity (0.98) values for ultrasonography in diagnosing clavicle fractures, with low to moderate heterogeneity for sensitivity and high heterogeneity for specificity. Meta-regression and subgroup analyses revealed that pediatric studies had higher sensitivity but significantly lower specificity (P=0.01) compared to mixed or adult studies. Additional subgroup analysis in the pediatric group indicated decreased heterogeneity for specificity. Fagan plot analysis demonstrated favorable post-test probabilities for both positive and negative results across varying pre-test probabilities. Additionally, the likelihood ratio scatter matrix showed moderate to high test performance for both exclusion and confirmation purposes. CONCLUSION The current literature supports ultrasound as a reliable imaging modality for detecting clavicle fractures. It offers accurate diagnosis without exposing patients, especially children, to radiation.
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- Amir Hassankhani
- Department of Radiology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (USC), 1441 Eastlake Ave Ste 2315, Los Angeles, CA, 90089, USA.
- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA.
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- Department of Radiology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (USC), 1441 Eastlake Ave Ste 2315, Los Angeles, CA, 90089, USA
- Department of Radiology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (USC), 1441 Eastlake Ave Ste 2315, Los Angeles, CA, 90089, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (USC), 1441 Eastlake Ave Ste 2315, Los Angeles, CA, 90089, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California (USC), 1441 Eastlake Ave Ste 2315, Los Angeles, CA, 90089, USA
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Requist MR, Mills MK, Carroll KL, Lenz AL. Quantitative Skeletal Imaging and Image-Based Modeling in Pediatric Orthopaedics. Curr Osteoporos Rep 2024; 22:44-55. [PMID: 38243151 DOI: 10.1007/s11914-023-00845-z] [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] [Accepted: 12/19/2023] [Indexed: 01/21/2024]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Musculoskeletal imaging serves a critical role in clinical care and orthopaedic research. Image-based modeling is also gaining traction as a useful tool in understanding skeletal morphology and mechanics. However, there are fewer studies on advanced imaging and modeling in pediatric populations. The purpose of this review is to provide an overview of recent literature on skeletal imaging modalities and modeling techniques with a special emphasis on current and future uses in pediatric research and clinical care. RECENT FINDINGS While many principles of imaging and 3D modeling are relevant across the lifespan, there are special considerations for pediatric musculoskeletal imaging and fewer studies of 3D skeletal modeling in pediatric populations. Improved understanding of bone morphology and growth during childhood in healthy and pathologic patients may provide new insight into the pathophysiology of pediatric-onset skeletal diseases and the biomechanics of bone development. Clinical translation of 3D modeling tools developed in orthopaedic research is limited by the requirement for manual image segmentation and the resources needed for segmentation, modeling, and analysis. This paper highlights the current and future uses of common musculoskeletal imaging modalities and 3D modeling techniques in pediatric orthopaedic clinical care and research.
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- Melissa R Requist
- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Utah, 590 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT, 84108, USA
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Utah, 36 S Wasatch Dr., Salt Lake City, UT, 84112, USA
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- Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, University of Utah, 30 N Mario Capecchi Dr. 2 South, Salt Lake City, UT, 84112, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Utah, 590 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT, 84108, USA
- Shriners Hospital for Children, 1275 E Fairfax Rd, Salt Lake City, UT, 84103, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, University of Utah, 590 Wakara Way, Salt Lake City, UT, 84108, USA.
- Department of Biomedical Engineering, University of Utah, 36 S Wasatch Dr., Salt Lake City, UT, 84112, USA.
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Sha J, Huang L, Chen Y, Lin J, Fan Z, Li Y, Yan Y. A novel approach for screening standard anteroposterior pelvic radiographs in children. Eur J Pediatr 2023; 182:4983-4991. [PMID: 37615891 DOI: 10.1007/s00431-023-05164-0] [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: 05/22/2023] [Revised: 08/04/2023] [Accepted: 08/13/2023] [Indexed: 08/25/2023]
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Anteroposterior pelvic radiography is the first-line imaging modality for diagnosing developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). Nonstandard radiographs with pelvic malposition make the correct diagnosis of DDH challenging. However, as the only method available for screening standard pelvic radiographs, traditional manual assessment is relatively laborious and potentially erroneous. We retrospectively collected 3,247 pelvic radiographs. There were 2,887 radiographs randomly selected to train and optimize the AI model. Then 362 radiographs were used to test the model's diagnostic performance. Its diagnostic accuracy was assessed using receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves and measurement consistency using Bland-Altman plots. In 362 radiographs, the AI model's area under ROC curves, accuracy, sensitivity, and specificity for quality assessment was 0.993, 99.4% (360/362), 98.6% (138/140), and 100.0% (222/222), respectively. Compared with clinicians, the 95% limits of agreement (Bland-Altman analysis) for pelvic tilt index (PTI) and pelvic rotation index (PRI), as determined by the model, were -0.052-0.072 and -0.088-0.055, respectively. CONCLUSIONS The artificial intelligence-assisted method was more efficient and highly consistent with clinical experts. This method can be used for real-time validation of the quality of pelvic radiographs in current picture archiving and communications systems (PACS). WHAT IS KNOWN • Nonstandard pediatric radiographs with pelvic malposition make the correct diagnosis of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) challenging. • Traditional manual assessment remains the only method available for screening standard pediatric pelvic radiographs, which is relatively laborious and potentially erroneous. WHAT IS NEW • This study proposed an artificial intelligence-assisted model to assess the quality of pediatric pelvic radiographs accurately and efficiently. • We recommend the integration of the model into current picture archiving and communications systems (PACS) for real-time screening of standard pediatric pelvic radiographs.
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- Jia Sha
- Department of Orthopedics, Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University, No.15 Changle Xi Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University, No.15 Changle Xi Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- School of Telecommunications Engineering, Xidian University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University, No.15 Changle Xi Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University, No.15 Changle Xi Road, Xi'an, 710032, China
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- School of Telecommunications Engineering, Xidian University, Xi'an, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xijing Hospital, Air Force Medical University, No.15 Changle Xi Road, Xi'an, 710032, China.
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Mojica ES, Pardo García JM, Huebschmann NA, Castañeda P. The tension of the iliopsoas tendon more than doubles during extension of the dysplastic hip in open reduction. J Pediatr Orthop B 2023; 32:324-328. [PMID: 35834787 DOI: 10.1097/bpb.0000000000000999] [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] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The role of the iliopsoas as an obstructing and re-dislocating factor in developmentally dislocated hips is unclear. The purpose of this article is to determine the change in the iliopsoas' tension during flexion and extension when performing an open reduction. We evaluated 34 hips undergoing an anterior open reduction for a developmental dislocation. At the time of surgery, we identified the iliopsoas, and before sectioning it as part of the open reduction, we measured the tension while cycling the reduced hip through flexion and extension. We performed statistical analysis using Pearson and Spearman correlation tests. We created an initial tension artificially at 20 N with the hip held in 90º of flexion, which then doubled to a mean of 42 N when placed in extension. We found a significant increase in tension when the hip went below 20º of flexion. We also found the correlation between the angle of the hip and the force of tension to be statistically significant ( P = 0.003). This study provides quantitative support that the tension of the iliopsoas tendon increases significantly in extension when performing an open reduction of a developmentally dislocated hip.
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- Edward S Mojica
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, New York University Langone Health, New York, NY, USA
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Yang S, Zhang M, Wang L, You M, Li J, Chen G. Feasibility and efficacy of ultrasound in the diagnosis of discoid lateral meniscus and its classification in children: protocol for a prospective, multicentre, diagnostic test study. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e069527. [PMID: 37164464 PMCID: PMC10174036 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-069527] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/12/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION Although ultrasound can reportedly diagnose discoid lateral meniscus (DLM) in children, its widespread application is challenging because the diagnostic criteria are based on qualitative descriptions of DLM morphology rather than quantitative parameters. Additionally, no studies have applied ultrasound in classifying DLM. Therefore, this study aims to establish the quantitative ultrasound parameters that reflect DLM morphology, evaluate the feasibility and validity of these parameters for identifying DLM and their classification, and develop the quantitative ultrasound diagnostic criteria for DLM and their classification in children. METHODS AND ANALYSIS Patients will be recruited from the outpatient clinics of the orthopaedics department at West China Hospital, Sichuan University, the Fourth Medical Center of the Chinese People's Liberation Army General Hospital, Xinhua Hospital affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Yibin Hospital affiliated with West China Hospital Sichuan University, Suining Central Hospital and the Third Hospital of Mianyang from August 2022 to July 2024. Eligible patients are those aged ≤14 years, with knee symptoms such as pain, locking and limited extension, and who planned to undergo arthroscopic surgery. Exclusion criteria are patients with contraindications to ultrasound examination, such as severe skin damage or fracture around the knee. The sample size is estimated to be 576 cases with a power of 0.9 for hypothesis testing, a two-sided α of 0.05, and an expected sensitivity and specificity of 95%. Three days before surgery, ultrasound will be used to observe the morphology of the lateral meniscus and measure its width, angle α formed by the chord of upper and lower arc-shaped articular surface at the free edge, and the movement distance of the peripheral rim. Participants will be categorised according to the arthroscopy results for the DLM and its classification. The diagnostic performance of each parameter will be assessed and compared in terms of the area under the curve, sensitivity, specificity, and positive and negative predictive values. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION This study was approved by the Ethics Committee of West China Hospital, Sichuan University (approval no. 2022-923), and this approval covers all study hospitals. Written informed consent is required from all participants before enrolment in the study. The study's findings will be disseminated through peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations. TRIAL REGISTRATION NUMBER Chinese Clinical Trial Registry (ChiCTR2200062000).
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- ShunJie Yang
- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Orthopedic Research Institute, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China
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Kraus R, Dresing K. Rational Usage of Fracture Imaging in Children and Adolescents. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:538. [PMID: 36766642 PMCID: PMC9914862 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13030538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2023] [Revised: 01/28/2023] [Accepted: 01/31/2023] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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In this paper, authors introduce the basic prerequisite for rational, targeted, and above all, child-oriented diagnosis of fractures and dislocations in children and adolescents is in-depth prior knowledge of the special features of trauma in the growth age group. This review summarizes the authors' many years of experience and the state of the current pediatric traumatology literature. It aims to provide recommendations for rational, child-specific diagnostics appropriate to the child, especially for the area of extremity injuries in the growth age. The plain radiograph remains the indispensable standard in diagnosing fractures and dislocations of the musculoskeletal system in childhood and adolescence. Plain radiographs in two planes are the norm, but in certain situations, one plane is sufficient. X-rays of the opposite side in acute diagnostics are obsolete. Images to show consolidation after conservative treatment is rarely necessary. Before metal removal, however, they are indispensable. The upcoming diagnostical tool in pediatric trauma is ultrasound. More and more studies show that in elected injuries and using standardized protocols, fracture ultrasound is as accurate as plain radiographs to detect and control osseous and articular injuries. In acute trauma, CT scans have only a few indications, especially in epiphyseal fractures in adolescents, such as transitional fractures of the distal tibia or coronal shear fractures of the distal humerus. CT protocols must be adapted to children and adolescents to minimize radiation exposure. MRI has no indication in the detection or understanding of acute fractures in infants and children. It has its place in articular injuries of the knee and shoulder to show damage to ligaments, cartilage, and other soft tissues. Furthermore, MRI is useful in cases of remaining pain after trauma without radiological proof of a fracture and in the visualization of premature closure of growth plates after trauma to plan therapy. Several everyday examples of rational diagnostic workflows, as the authors recommend them, are mentioned. The necessity of radiation protection must be taken into consideration.
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- Ralf Kraus
- Department of Trauma and Orthopeadic Surgery, Klinikum Bad Hersfeld, 36251 Bad Hersfeld, Germany
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, Orthopaedics and Plastic Surgery of the University Medical Center Göttingen, 37075 Göttingen, Germany
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Kanakamedala AC, Jejurikar NS, Castañeda P. Hip morphology on initial ultrasound predicts hip morphology at one year in developmental dysplasia of the hip. J Child Orthop 2022; 17:79-85. [PMID: 37034190 PMCID: PMC10080245 DOI: 10.1177/18632521221141085] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2022] [Accepted: 11/03/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Purpose: This study aimed to determine whether point-of-care ultrasound performed during the Pavlik method treatment of developmental dysplasia of the hip predicts acetabular morphology at 12 months of age. Methods: We reviewed the medical records, ultrasounds, and radiographs of patients treated successfully with the Pavlik method between 2017 and 2019. We performed sonographic measurements on point-of-care ultrasound at the initial presentation, the Pavlik discontinuation, and an additional sonographic follow-up. We measured the acetabular index on a plain anteroposterior radiograph of the pelvis obtained at a minimum of 12 months of age. Spearman’s rank correlation coefficient was used to analyze for correlation between sonographic measurements and the acetabular index. Results: A total of 72 patients were included in the final analysis. There were no residual or late dysplasia cases at the last radiographic follow-up (mean age = 14.8 ± 2.7 months). Sonographic parameters at the initial presentation significantly correlated with the acetabular index at the final radiographic follow-up (p < 0.001). Patients with worsening degrees of developmental dysplasia of the hip based on stability on sonographic testing (stable, unstable, or dislocated) had higher acetabular indices at the final radiographic follow-up (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Point-of-care ultrasound at initial presentation and the Pavlik discontinuation significantly correlate with acetabular morphology at 1–1.5 years of age. At initial presentation, hips that were unstable or dislocated on point-of-care ultrasound had significantly greater acetabular indices than stable hips at the final follow-up. Level of evidence: level IV case series.
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- Pablo Castañeda, Department of Orthopedic
Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, NYU Langone Health, 301 E. 17th
Street, Office 400B, New York, NY 10003, USA.
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Nakashima Y, Sunagawa T, Shinomiya R, Kodama A, Adachi N. Point-of-care ultrasound in musculoskeletal field. J Med Ultrason (2001) 2022; 49:663-673. [PMID: 35999418 DOI: 10.1007/s10396-022-01252-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2022] [Accepted: 07/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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The musculoskeletal field is relatively new in point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), a modality that has been gaining significance with the evolution of ultrasound (US) equipment and high-frequency probes. Images have become progressively clearer over the past decade, making it possible to diagnose many pathological conditions without exposure to radiation. Ultrasonography reveals many soft tissue pathologies that cannot be visualized using plain radiographs, which have historically been the first choice for the evaluation of musculoskeletal disorders. US saves money and time compared to magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Although it is difficult to diagnose a disorder inside bone, its surface can be visualized very clearly, and it is also possible to visualize cartilage. Furthermore, with POCUS, it is possible to confirm a disorder and the continuity of the fibrous structures of muscles, tendons, and ligaments. In addition, the understanding of pathological conditions of motor disturbances, such as nerve or muscle/tendon injury, nerve paralysis, adhesions of the tendons, and joint instability, is deepened by observing the movement of these structures. Peripheral nerves, even small branches, can be visualized, and pathological conditions can be pinpointed by observing the nerve morphology, continuity, and relationship with the surrounding tissues. Children can be examined in a safe, relaxed environment, without leaving their parents. In addition, US is significantly different from other modalities in that it can be used for both diagnosis and treatment. Being able to visualize target sites improves safety and route accuracy of needle insertion for injection or puncture. Musculoskeletal POCUS is indispensable in routine medical care and is a technique that medical residents should acquire.
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- Yuko Nakashima
- Collaborative Research Laboratory of Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Medicine, Graduate School of Biomedical & Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, 1-2-3 Kasumi, Minami-Ku, Hiroshima, 734-8551, Japan.
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- Laboratory of Analysis and Control of Upper Extremity Function, Graduate School of Biomedical & Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Musculoskeletal Traumatology and Reconstructive Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical & Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical & Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Graduate School of Biomedical & Health Sciences, Hiroshima University, Hiroshima, Japan
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de Borja C, Watkins R, Woolridge T. Common Ultrasound Applications for Pediatric Musculoskeletal Conditions. Curr Rev Musculoskelet Med 2022; 15:447-455. [PMID: 35932426 PMCID: PMC9789252 DOI: 10.1007/s12178-022-09788-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW To discuss the use of ultrasound for diagnosis and management of common pediatric musculoskeletal conditions through a case-based approach. RECENT FINDINGS Ultrasound is an essential diagnostic modality in the early detection of developmental dysplasia of the hips and can be used as early as 6 weeks of age when the ossific nucleus has not developed yet. Ultrasound is helpful in diagnosing traumatic injuries such as fractures and intramuscular hematomas, can visualize fracture healing at early stages, and can also be used to guide aspiration of hematomas that can help with decreasing pain and faster recovery. Ultrasound is superior to radiographs in evaluating joint effusions and soft tissue infections or masses and is better tolerated by children compared to other imaging modalities such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Ultrasound is an easily accessible, affordable, non-invasive, and radiation-free imaging modality that is well tolerated by children and their families. It can aid in the diagnosis and management of a wide variety of musculoskeletal conditions including developmental, traumatic, and infectious etiologies, as well as in the evaluation of superficial soft tissue masses.
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- Celina de Borja
- Division of Pediatric Orthopaedics, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, 1825 4th Street – 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158 USA
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- Division of Pediatric Orthopaedics, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, San Francisco, 1825 4th Street – 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158 USA
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- Department of Pediatrics, University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, USA
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Herrero C, Jejurikar N, Kanakamedala A, Iban YC, Castañeda P. Point of Care Ultrasound as Performed by the Clinician for the Enhancement of Physical Examination: A Technique Guide for Developmental Hip Dysplasia. Indian J Orthop 2021; 55:1597-1600. [PMID: 35003546 PMCID: PMC8688612 DOI: 10.1007/s43465-021-00570-8] [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] [Received: 08/16/2021] [Accepted: 11/10/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is the most common anatomical pathology present in newborns. DDH is the most common orthopaedic disorder in newborns, with incidences cited from 4.4% to 51.8% depending on risk factors, populations and method of reporting. Traditionally, the standard physical exam for newborns includes the Barlow and Ortolani maneuvers. If either is positive by the pediatrician, the baby is then sent for evaluation by a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon. At this stage, either the pediatrician or pediatric orthopaedic surgeon obtains an ultrasound-the gold standard for DDH diagnosis. When early identification and treatment are not in place, it can lead to significant consequences on an individual's health and financial and public health implications for society at large. This is a detailed technique guide aimed to help physicians consistently perform thorough US evaluations of pediatric hips in order to successfully screen, diagnosis and manage treatment of DDH. SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s43465-021-00570-8.
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- Christina Herrero
- NYU Langone Health Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 301 E 17th St, New York, NY 10010 USA
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- NYU Langone Health Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 301 E 17th St, New York, NY 10010 USA
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- NYU Langone Health Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 301 E 17th St, New York, NY 10010 USA
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- NYU Langone Health Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 301 E 17th St, New York, NY 10010 USA
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