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Ahlhelm F, Rotzinger R, Heesen M, Gebhard H, Omidi R. [Spinal ozone therapy]. Radiologe 2021; 61:736-741. [PMID: 34244811 PMCID: PMC8328893 DOI: 10.1007/s00117-021-00878-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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Klinisches/methodisches Problem Technische Fortschritte auf dem Gebiet der spinalen interventionellen Neuroradiologie ermöglichen es, eine breite Palette an gezielten, minimal-invasiven Behandlungsoptionen einschließlich der spinalen Ozontherapie beim Rückenschmerz anzuwenden. Dieser Beitrag gibt eine Übersicht der biochemischen, molekularen, immunologischen und pharmazeutischen Mechanismen sowie Applikationstechniken der gezielten Ozontherapie. Radiologische Standardverfahren Zum Einsatz kommen die Computertomographie (CT) sowie konventionelle Röntgenaufnahmen (Durchleuchtung). Leistungsfähigkeit Die CT-gesteuerten Interventionen (epidural, periradikuläre, Facettengelenk und intradiskal) haben den höchsten Stellenwert und haben sich historisch durchgesetzt. Durchleuchtungsgesteuerte Verfahren können ebenfalls eingesetzt werden. Schlussfolgerung Die Ozontherapie liefert vielversprechende Ergebnisse. Der Beitrag soll dazu dienen, Informationen über die Grundlagen dieser Technik(en) zu vermitteln.
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- F Ahlhelm
- Abteilung Neuroradiologie, Zentrum für Bildgebung, Kantonsspital Baden AG, Baden, Schweiz
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- Abteilung Neuroradiologie, Zentrum für Bildgebung, Kantonsspital Baden AG, Baden, Schweiz
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- Abteilung Anästhesie und Intensivmedizin, Kantonsspital Baden AG, Baden, Schweiz
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- Klinik für Traumatologie, Universitätsspital Zürich ZH, Zürich, Schweiz.,Abteilung Wirbelsäulenchirurgie, Kantonsspital Baselland BL, Baselland, Schweiz
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- Abteilung Neuroradiologie, Zentrum für Bildgebung, Kantonsspital Baden AG, Baden, Schweiz.
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Intraoperative image-guidance in spinal surgery has been influenced by various technological developments in imaging science since the early 1990s. The technology has evolved from simple fluoroscopic-based guidance to state-of-art intraoperative computed tomography (iCT)-based navigation systems. Although the intraoperative navigation is more commonly used in thoracolumbar spine surgery, this newer imaging platform has rapidly gained popularity in cervical approaches. The purpose of this manuscript is to address the applications of advanced image-guidance in cervical spine surgery and to describe the use of intraoperative neuro-navigation in surgical planning and execution. In this review, we aim to cover the following surgical techniques: anterior cervical approaches, atlanto-axial fixation, subaxial instrumentation, percutaneous interfacet cage implantation as well as minimally invasive posterior cervical foraminotomy (PCF) and unilateral laminotomy for bilateral decompression. The currently available data suggested that the use of 3D navigation significantly reduces the screw malposition, operative time, mean blood loss, radiation exposure, and complication rates in comparison to the conventional fluoroscopic-guidance. With the advancements in technology and surgical techniques, 3D navigation has potential to replace conventional fluoroscopy completely.
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- Sertac Kirnaz
- Weill Cornell Brain and Spine Center, Department of Neurological Surgery, New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Canton Hospital Baden, Switzerland.,Department of Trauma, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich, Switzerland
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- Weill Cornell Brain and Spine Center, Department of Neurological Surgery, New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- Weill Cornell Brain and Spine Center, Department of Neurological Surgery, New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- Weill Cornell Brain and Spine Center, Department of Neurological Surgery, New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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- Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY, USA
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- Weill Cornell Brain and Spine Center, Department of Neurological Surgery, New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine, New York, NY, USA
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INTRODUCTION Degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM) is a prevalent condition causing significant impairment spanning several domains of health. A multidisciplinary approach to the care of DCM would be ideal in utilizing complex treatments from different disciplines to address broad patient needs. AREAS COVERED In this article the authors will discuss the importance of multidisciplinary care and establish a general framework for its use. The authors will then highlight the potential role of a multidisciplinary team in each aspect of DCM care including assessment, diagnosis, decision-making, surgical intervention, non-operative therapy, monitoring, and postoperative care. EXPERT OPINION In order to provide comprehensive personalized care to DCM patients, it is necessary to have a multidisciplinary team composed by a combination of the patient, surgeon, primary care practitioner, neurologist, anesthesiologist, radiologist, physiatrist, nurses, physiotherapist, occupational therapist, pain specialist, and social workers all functioning independently and communicating to achieve a common goal.
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- Ali Moghaddamjou
- Division of Neurosurgery and Spinal Program, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto , Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Division of Neurosurgery and Spinal Program, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto , Toronto, Ontario, Canada.,Spinal Program, Toronto Western Hospital, University Health Network , Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Spinal Program, Toronto Western Hospital, University Health Network , Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, Canton Hospital Baden , Baden, Switzerland.,Department of Trauma, University Hospital Zurich, University of Zurich , Zurich, Switzerland
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- Division of Neurosurgery and Spinal Program, Department of Surgery, University of Toronto , Toronto, Ontario, Canada.,Spinal Program, Toronto Western Hospital, University Health Network , Toronto, Ontario, Canada
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Osterhoff G, Schnake K, Scheyerer MJ, Ullrich BW, Hartmann F, Franck A, Koepp H, Reinhold M, Schmeiser G, Sprengel K, Zimmermann V, Siekmann H, Badke A, Gebhard H, Täubel KC, Grüninger S, Verheyden AP, Schleicher P, Spiegl UJA. Recommendations for Diagnosis and Treatment of Odontoid Fractures in Geriatric Patients. Z Orthop Unfall 2019; 158:647-656. [PMID: 31634954 DOI: 10.1055/a-0989-2791] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/29/2022]
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BACKGROUND Odontoid fractures in geriatric patients represent an entity of increasing incidence with a high rate of morbidity and mortality. The optimal diagnostic and therapeutic management is being controversially discussed in the literature. METHODS In a consensus process and based on the current literature, the members of the working groups "Osteoporotic Fractures" and "Upper Cervical Spine" of the German Society for Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery (DGOU) defined recommendations for the diagnostics and treatment of odontoid fractures in geriatric patients. RESULTS For the diagnosis of odontoid fractures in symptomatic patients, computed tomography represents the gold standard, along with conventional radiographs. Magnetic resonance and dynamic imaging can be used as ancillary imaging modalities. With regard to fracture classification, the systems described by Anderson/D'Alonzo and by Eysel/Roosen have proved to be of value. A treatment algorithm was developed based on these classifications. Anderson/D'Alonzo type 1, type 3, and non-displaced type 2 fractures usually can be treated non-operatively. However, a close clinical and radiological follow-up is essential. In Anderson/D'Alonzo type 2 fractures, operative treatment is associated with better fracture healing. Displaced type 2 and type 3 fractures should be stabilized operatively. Type 2 fractures with suitable fracture patterns (Eysel/Roosen 2A/B) can be stabilized anteriorly. Posterior C I/II-stabilization procedures are well established and suitable for all fracture patterns.
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- Georg Osterhoff
- Klinik für Orthopädie, Unfallchirurgie und Plastische Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig
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- Zentrum für Wirbelsäulen- und Skoliosetherapie, Schön Klinik Nürnberg/Fürth, Fürth
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- Klinik und Poliklinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Köln
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- Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, BG Klinikum Bergmannstrost GgmbH Halle/Saale
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- Zentrum für Unfallchirurgie und Orthopädie, Ev. Stift St. Martin, Gemeinschaftsklinikum Mittelrhein, Koblenz
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- Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Regiomed Klinikum Coburg
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- Wirbelsäulenzentrum, St. Josefs-Hospital, Wiesbaden
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- Klinik für Unfallchirurgie, Orthopädie und Handchirurgie, Klinikum Südstadt Rostock
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- Klinik für Traumatologie, UniversitätsSpital Zürich, Schweiz
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- Abt. Unfallchirurgie und Orthopädische Chirurgie, Klinikum Traunstein
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- Department für Orthopädie, Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle
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- Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, BG Unfallklinik Tübingen
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- Orthopädisch-Unfallchirurgisches Zentrum, ALB FILS KLINIKEN, Standort Klinik am Eichert, Göppingen
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- Universitätsklinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Paracelsus Medizinische Privatuniversität, Klinikum Nürnberg
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- Klinik für Unfall-, Orthopädische und Wirbelsäulenchirurgie, Ortenau Klinikum Lahr-Ettenheim
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- Klinik für Orthopädie, Unfallchirurgie und Plastische Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig
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Scholz M, Schleicher P, Kandziora F, Badke A, Dreimann M, Gebhard H, Gercek E, Gonschorek O, Hartensuer R, Jarvers JS, Katscher S, Kobbe P, Koepp H, Korge A, Matschke S, Mörk S, Müller C, Osterhoff G, Pécsi F, Pishnamaz M, Reinhold M, Schmeiser G, Schnake K, Schneider K, Spiegl U, Ullrich B. Recommendations for Diagnosis and Treatment of Fractures of the Ring of Axis. Z Orthop Unfall 2018; 156:662-671. [DOI: 10.1055/a-0620-9170] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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AbstractIn a consensus process with four sessions in 2017, the working group “upper cervical spine” of the German Society for Orthopaedics and Trauma Surgery (DGOU) formulated “Therapeutic Recommendations for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Upper Cervical Fractures”, taking their own experience and the current literature into consideration. The following article describes the recommendations for axis ring fractures (traumatic spondylolysis C2). About 19 to 49% of all cervical spine injuries include the axis vertebra. Traumatic spondylolysis of C2 may include potential discoligamentous instability C2/3. The primary aim of the diagnostic process is to detect the injury and to determine potential disco-ligamentous instability C2/3. For classification purposes, the Josten classification or the modified Effendi classification may be used. The Canadian C-spine rule is recommended for clinical screening for C-spine injuries. CT is the preferred imaging modality and an MRI is needed to determine the integrity of the discoligamentous complex C2/3. Conservative treatment is appropriate in case of stable fractures with intact C2/3 motion segment (Josten type 2 and 2). Patients should be closely monitored, in order to detect secondary dislocation as early as possible. Surgical treatment is recommended in cases of primary severe fracture dislocation or discoligamentous instability C2/3 (Josten 3 and 4) and/or secondary fracture dislocation. Anterior cervical decompression and fusion (ACDF) C2/3 is the treatment of choice. However, in case of facet joint luxation C2/3 with looked facet (Josten 4), a primary posterior approach may be necessary.
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- Matti Scholz
- Zentrum für Wirbelsäulenchirurgie und Neurotraumatologie, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main
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- Zentrum für Wirbelsäulenchirurgie und Neurotraumatologie, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main
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- Zentrum für Wirbelsäulenchirurgie und Neurotraumatologie, Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Frankfurt am Main
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- Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, BG Unfallklinik Tübingen
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- Wirbelsäulenchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf
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- Klinik für Orthopädie und Traumatologie des Bewegungsapparates, Kantonsspital Baselland, Liestal, Schweiz
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- Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Gemeinschaftsklinikum Mittelrhein, Koblenz
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- Unfall-, Hand- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Münster
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- Klinik für Orthopädie, Unfallchirurgie und Plastische Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig
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- Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Sana Kliniken Leipziger Land GmbH, Borna
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- Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen
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- Wirbelsäulenzentrum, St. Josefs-Hospital, Wiesbaden
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- Wirbelsäulenchirurgie, Schön Klinik München-Harlaching
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- Klinik für Unfallchirurgie und Orthopädie, BG Klinik Ludwigshafen
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- Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, St. Anna Krankenhaus, Sulzbach-Rosenberg
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- Unfallchirurgische Klinik, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover (MHH)
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- Klinik für Traumatologie, UniversitätsSpital Zürich, Schweiz
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- Wirbelsäulenchirurgie/Skoliosezentrum, Schon Klinik Neustadt in Holstein
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- Klinik für Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen
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- Abteilung für Unfallchirurgie, Orthopädie und Handchirurgie, Klinikum Südstadt Rostock
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- Zentrum für Wirbelsäulentherapie, Schön Kliniken, Fürth
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- Klinik für Orthopädie, Unfallchirurgie und Plastische Chirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig
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- Unfall- und Wiederherstellungschirurgie, BG Klinikum Bergmannstrost Halle
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Pelisek J, Deutsch L, Ansel A, Pongratz J, Stadlbauer T, Gebhard H, Matevossian E, Eckstein HH. Expression of a metalloproteinase family of ADAMTS in human vulnerable carotid lesions. J Cardiovasc Med (Hagerstown) 2017; 18:10-18. [PMID: 25689086 DOI: 10.2459/jcm.0000000000000254] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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AIMS ADAMTS family of metalloproteases (a disintegrin and metalloprotease with thrombospondin motifs) possesses high proteolytic activity especially regarding proteoglycans. Their expression pattern in carotid plaques is as-yet unknown. The aim of the study was therefore the analysis of expression of ADAMTS1, 4, 5, and 13 and their inhibitors TIMP-1 and TIMP-3 in stable and unstable carotid plaques. METHODS Atherosclerotic plaques were collected from 40 patients (29 men, 11 women, mean age 70 years) undergoing carotid endarterectomy. The specimens were categorized into two groups (stable/unstable) according to Redgrave und Rothwell (The Oxford Plaque Study, 2008). SYBR Green-based real-time PCR, histology, and immunohistochemistry were performed. RESULTS All ADAMTS tested in our study were expressed in both stable and unstable plaques, especially in smooth muscle cells (SMCs) and macrophages. Analysis of the expression pattern on mRNA level showed significant higher expression of ADAMTS1 in unstable plaques compared with stable plaques (1.7-fold, P = 0.049). The expression of ADAMTS4 and 5 was also increased in unstable lesions; however, these changes were not statistically significant (1.2-fold, P = 0.667 and 1.6-fold, P = 0.077). Expression of TIMP-1 was significantly reduced in unstable plaques compared with stable ones (1.9-fold, P = 0.014). CONCLUSION SMCs seem to be an important source of ADAMTS analyzed in our study. Furthermore, expression of ADAMTS1 was found to be increased in unstable carotid lesions and might potentially contribute to plaque vulnerability.
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- Jaroslav Pelisek
- aDepartment of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar der Technischen Universitaet Muenchen, Munich bKantonsspital Baselland, Orthopaedics und Traumatology, CH-4410 Liestal cDepartment of Surgery, Munich Transplant Centre, Klinikum rechts der Isar der Technischen Universitaet Muenchen dDZHK (German Centre for Cardiovascular Research), partner site Munich Heart Alliance, Munich, Germany
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Niemeyer P, Albrecht D, Andereya S, Angele P, Ateschrang A, Aurich M, Baumann M, Bosch U, Erggelet C, Fickert S, Gebhard H, Gelse K, Günther D, Hoburg A, Kasten P, Kolombe T, Madry H, Marlovits S, Meenen NM, Müller PE, Nöth U, Petersen JP, Pietschmann M, Richter W, Rolauffs B, Rhunau K, Schewe B, Steinert A, Steinwachs MR, Welsch GH, Zinser W, Fritz J. Autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI) for cartilage defects of the knee: A guideline by the working group "Clinical Tissue Regeneration" of the German Society of Orthopaedics and Trauma (DGOU). Knee 2016; 23:426-35. [PMID: 26947215 DOI: 10.1016/j.knee.2016.02.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 138] [Impact Index Per Article: 17.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/30/2015] [Revised: 01/13/2016] [Accepted: 02/01/2016] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI) is an established and well-accepted procedure for the treatment of localised full-thickness cartilage defects of the knee. METHODS The present review of the working group "Clinical Tissue Regeneration" of the German Society of Orthopaedics and Trauma (DGOU) describes the biology and function of healthy articular cartilage, the present state of knowledge concerning therapeutic consequences of primary cartilage lesions and the suitable indication for ACI. RESULTS Based on best available scientific evidence, an indication for ACI is given for symptomatic cartilage defects starting from defect sizes of more than three to four square centimetres; in the case of young and active sports patients at 2.5cm(2), while advanced degenerative joint disease needs to be considered as the most important contraindication. CONCLUSION The present review gives a concise overview on important scientific background and the results of clinical studies and discusses the advantages and disadvantages of ACI. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Non-systematic Review.
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- P Niemeyer
- Department Orthopädie und Traumatologie, Universitätsklinikum Freiburg, Germany.
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- Klinik im Kronprinzenbau, Reutlingen, Germany
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- Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Ortho AC, Aachen, Germany
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- Abteilung für Unfallchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Regensburg, Germany; Sportopaedicum, Straubing, Berlin, Regensburg, München, Germany
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- Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Tübingen, Germany
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- Kliniken Leipziger Land GmbH, Klinikum Borna, Germany
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- Kreiskliniken Esslingen, Klinik f. Unfallchirurgie - Orthopädische Chirurgie, Esslingen, Germany
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- Zentrum f. Orthopädische Chirurgie, Sporttraumatologie, INI Hannover, Germany
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- Center of Biologie Joint Repair, Zürich, Switzerland
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- Sportopaedicum, Straubing, Berlin, Regensburg, München, Germany
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- Abteilung für Unfallchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Regensburg, Germany
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- Abteilung für Unfallchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Erlangen, Germany
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- Klinik für Unfallchirurgie, Medizinische Hochschule Hannover (MHH), Germany
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- Universitätsmedizin Berlin-Charite, Klinik für Orthopädie, Unfall u. Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Germany
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- Orthopädisch Chirurgisches Centrum, Tübingen, Germany
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- Unfallchirurgie/Orthopädie, DRK Krankenhaus Luckenwalde, Germany
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- Zentrum für Experimentelle Orthopädie, Universitätsklinikum des Saarlandes, Homburg, Germany
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- Universitätsklinik für Unfallchirurgie, Medizinische Universität Wien und Austrian Cluster for Tissue Regeneration, Austria
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- Sektion Pädiatrische Sportmedizin, Kinderorthopädie, Altonaer Kinderkrankenhaus Hamburg, Germany
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- Orthopädische Klinik, Ludwig-Maximiliams-Universität München, Germany
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- Evangelisches Waldkrankenhaus Spandau, Klinik f. Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Berlin, Germany
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- Zentrum f. operative Medizin, Klinik für Unfall-, Hand- u. Wiederherstellungschirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Hamburg-Eppendorf, Germany
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- Orthopädische Klinik, Ludwig-Maximiliams-Universität München, Germany
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- Forschungszentrum für Experimentelle Orthopädie, Universitätsklinikum Heidelberg, Germany
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- Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Tübingen, Germany
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- Orthopädisch Chirurgisches Centrum, Tübingen, Germany
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- Orthopädische Klinik, König-Ludwig-Haus, Universität Würzburg, Germany
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- Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, St. Vinzenz-Hospital Dinslaken, Germany
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- Orthopädisch Chirurgisches Centrum, Tübingen, Germany
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Greißel A, Culmes M, Napieralski R, Wagner E, Gebhard H, Schmitt M, Zimmermann A, Eckstein HH, Zernecke A, Pelisek J. Alternation of histone and DNA methylation in human atherosclerotic carotid plaques. Thromb Haemost 2015; 114:390-402. [PMID: 25993995 DOI: 10.1160/th14-10-0852] [Citation(s) in RCA: 49] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2014] [Accepted: 02/25/2015] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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Little is known about epigenetics and its possible role in atherosclerosis. We here analysed histone and DNA methylation and the expression of corresponding methyltransferases in early and advanced human atherosclerotic carotid lesions in comparison to healthy carotid arteries. Western Blotting was performed on carotid plaques from our biobank with early (n=60) or advanced (n=60) stages of atherosclerosis and healthy carotid arteries (n=12) to analyse di-methylation patterns of histone H3 at positions K4, K9 and K27. In atherosclerotic lesions, di-methylation of H3K4 was unaltered and that of H3K9 and H3K27 significantly decreased compared to control arteries. Immunohistochemistry revealed an increased appearance of di-methylated H3K4 in smooth muscle cells (SMCs), a decreased expression of di-methylated H3K9 in SMCs and inflammatory cells, and reduced di-methylated H3K27 in inflammatory cells in advanced versus early atherosclerosis. Expression of corresponding histone methyltransferases MLL2 and G9a was increased in advanced versus early atherosclerosis. Genomic DNA hypomethylation, as determined by PCR for methylated LINE1 and SAT-alpha, was observed in early and advanced plaques compared to control arteries and in cell-free serum of patients with high-grade carotid stenosis compared to healthy volunteers. In contrast, no differences in DNA methylation were observed in blood cells. Expression of DNA-methyltransferase DNMT1 was reduced in atherosclerotic plaques versus controls, DNMT3A was undetectable, and DNMT3B not altered. DNA-demethylase TET1 was increased in atherosclerosisc plaques. The extent of histone and DNA methylation and expression of some corresponding methyltransferases are significantly altered in atherosclerosis, suggesting a possible contribution of epigenetics in disease development.
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- Alma Zernecke, MD, Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar der Technischen Universitaet Muenchen, Ismaninger Str. 22, D-81675 Munich, Germany, Phone: 0049-89-4140-5168, Fax: 0049-89-4140-4861, E-mail:
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- Jaroslav Pelisek, PhD, Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery, Klinikum rechts der Isar der Technischen Universitaet Muenchen, Ismaninger Str. 22, D-81675 Munich, Germany, Phone: 0049-89-4140-5168, Fax: 0049-89-4140-4861, E-mail:
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von Keudell A, Alimi M, Gebhard H, Härtl R. Adult Degenerative Scoliosis with Spinal Stenosis Treated with Stand-Alone Cage via an Extreme Lateral Transpsoas Approach; a Case Report and Literature Review. Arch Bone Jt Surg 2015; 3:124-9. [PMID: 26110180 PMCID: PMC4468624] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/21/2014] [Accepted: 02/16/2015] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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We report the case of a 73-year-old female with severe degenerative scoliosis and back and leg pain that was successfully treated with stand- alone cages via an extreme lateral transpsoas approach. This patient had declined open surgery and instrumentation due to her advanced age concerns about potential side effects.
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Syha R, Springer F, Grözinger G, Würslin C, Ipach I, Ketelsen D, Schabel C, Gebhard H, Hein T, Martirosian P, Schick F, Claussen CD, Grosse U. Short-term exercise-induced changes in hydration state of healthy achilles tendons can be visualized by effects of off-resonant radiofrequency saturation in a three-dimensional ultrashort echo time MRI sequence applied at 3 tesla. J Magn Reson Imaging 2013; 40:1400-7. [DOI: 10.1002/jmri.24488] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2013] [Accepted: 09/25/2013] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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- Roland Syha
- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
- Section on Experimental Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
- Section on Experimental Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
- Section on Experimental Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
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- Section on Experimental Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedic surgery; University hospital of Tübingen; Tübingen Germany
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
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- Berufsgenossenschaftliche Unfallklinik Tübingen; Tübingen Germany
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- Department of Sports medicine; University of Tübingen; Tübingen Germany
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- Section on Experimental Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
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- Section on Experimental Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
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- Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
- Section on Experimental Radiology; Eberhard-Karls-University; Tübingen Germany
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Gebhard H, Bowles R, Dyke J, Saleh T, Doty S, Bonassar L, Härtl R. Total disc replacement using a tissue-engineered intervertebral disc in vivo: new animal model and initial results. Evid Based Spine Care J 2013; 1:62-6. [PMID: 23637671 PMCID: PMC3623095 DOI: 10.1055/s-0028-1100918] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Study type: Basic science Introduction: Chronic back pain due to degenerative disc disease (DDD) is among the most important medical conditions causing morbidity and significant health care costs. Surgical treatment options include disc replacement or fusion surgery, but are associated with significant short- and long-term risks.1 Biological tissue-engineering of human intervertebral discs (IVD) could offer an important alternative.2 Recent in vitro data from our group have shown successful engineering and growth of ovine intervertebral disc composites with circumferentially aligned collagen fibrils in the annulus fibrosus (AF) (Figure 1).3 Objective: The next step is to investigate if biological disc implants survive, integrate, and restore function to the spine in vivo. A model will be developed that allows efficient in vivo testing of tissue-engineered discs of various compositions and characteristics. Methods: Athymic rats were anesthetized and a dorsal approach was chosen to perform a microsurgical discectomy in the rat caudal spine (Fig. 2,Fig. 3). Control group I (n = 6) underwent discectomy only, Control group II (n = 6) underwent discectomy, followed by reimplantation of the autologous disc. Two treatment groups (group III, n = 6, 1 month survival; group IV, n = 6, 6 months survival) received a tissue-engineered composite disc implant. The rodents were followed clinically for signs of infection, pain level and wound healing. X-rays and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) were assessed postoperatively and up to 6 months after surgery (Fig. 6,Fig. 7). A 7 Tesla MRI (Bruker) was implemented for assessment of the operated level as well as the adjacent disc (hydration). T2-weighted sequences were interpreted by a semiquantitative score (0 = no signal, 1 = weak signal, 2 = strong signal and anatomical features of a normal disc). Histology was performed with staining for proteoglycans (Alcian blue) and collagen (Picrosirius red) (Fig. 4,Fig. 5). Results: The model allowed reproducible and complete discectomies as well as disc implantation in the rat tail spine without any surgical or postoperative complications. Discectomy resulted in immediate collapse of the disc space. Preliminary results indicate that disc space height was maintained after disc implantation in groups II, III and IV over time. MRI revealed high resolution images of normal intervertebral discs in vivo. Eight out of twelve animals (groups III and IV) showed a positive signal in T2-weighted images after 1 month (grade 0 = 4, grade 1 = 4, grade 2 = 4). Positive staining was seen for collagen as well as proteoglycans at the site of disc implantation after 1 month in each of the six animals with engineered implants (group III). Analysis of group IV showed positive T2 signal in five out of six animals and disc-height preservation in all animals after 6 months. Conclusions: This study demonstrates for the first time that tissue-engineered composite IVDs with circumferentially aligned collagen fibrils survive and integrate with surrounding vertebral bodies when placed in the rat spine for up to 6 months. Tissue-engineered composite IVDs restored function to the rat spine as indicated by maintenance of disc height and vertebral alignment. A significant finding was that maintenance of the composite structure in group III was observed, with increased proteoglycan staining in the nucleus pulposus region (Figure 4d–f). Proteoglycan and collagen matrix as well as disc height preservation and positive T2 signals in MRI are promising parameters and indicate functionality of the implants.
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- Harry Gebhard
- New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY, USA
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Niemeyer P, Andereya S, Angele P, Ateschrang A, Aurich M, Baumann M, Behrens P, Bosch U, Erggelet C, Fickert S, Fritz J, Gebhard H, Gelse K, Günther D, Hoburg A, Kasten P, Kolombe T, Madry H, Marlovits S, Meenen NM, Müller PE, Nöth U, Petersen JP, Pietschmann M, Richter W, Rolauffs B, Rhunau K, Schewe B, Steinert A, Steinwachs MR, Welsch GH, Zinser W, Albrecht D. [Autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI) for cartilage defects of the knee: a guideline by the working group "Tissue Regeneration" of the German Society of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology (DGOU)]. Z Orthop Unfall 2013; 151:38-47. [PMID: 23423589 DOI: 10.1055/s-0032-1328207] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2022]
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Autologous chondrocyte transplantation/implantation (ACT/ACI) is an established and recognised procedure for the treatment of localised full-thickness cartilage defects of the knee. The present review of the working group "Clinical Tissue Regeneration" of the German Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (DGOU) describes the biology and function of healthy articular cartilage, the present state of knowledge concerning potential consequences of primary cartilage lesions and the suitable indication for ACI. Based on current evidence, an indication for ACI is given for symptomatic cartilage defects starting from defect sizes of more than 3-4 cm2; in the case of young and active sports patients at 2.5 cm2. Advanced degenerative joint disease is the single most important contraindication. The review gives a concise overview on important scientific background, the results of clinical studies and discusses advantages and disadvantages of ACI.
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- P Niemeyer
- Department Orthopädie und Traumatologie, Universitätsklinikum Freiburg.
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Gebhard H, James AR, Bowles RD, Dyke JP, Saleh T, Doty SP, Bonassar LJ, Härtl R. Biological intervertebral disc replacement: an in vivo model and comparison of two surgical techniques to approach the rat caudal disc. Evid Based Spine Care J 2012; 2:29-35. [PMID: 22956934 PMCID: PMC3427968 DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1267084] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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STUDY DESIGN Prospective randomized animal study. OBJECTIVE To determine a surgical technique for reproducible and functional intervertebral disc replacement in an orthotopic animal model. METHODS The caudal 3/4 intervertebral disc (IVD) of the rat tail was approached by two surgical techniques: blunt dissection, stripping and retracting (Technique 1) or incising and repairing (Technique 2) the dorsal longitudinal tendons. The intervertebral disc was dissected and removed, and then either discarded or reinserted. Outcome measures were perioperative complications, spontaneous tail movement, 7T MRI (T1- and T2-sequences for measurement of disc space height (DSH) and disc hydration). Microcomputed tomographic imaging (micro CT) was additionally performed postmortem. RESULTS No vascular injuries occurred and no systemic or local infections were observed over the course of 1 month. Tail movements were maintained. With tendon retraction (Technique 1) gross loss of DSH occurred with both discectomy and reinsertion. Tendon division (Technique 2) maintained DSH with IVD reinsertion but not without. The DSH was demonstrated on MRI measurement. A new scoring system to assess IVD appearances was described. CONCLUSIONS The rat tail model, with a tendon dividing surgical technique, can function as an orthotopic animal model for IVD research. Mechanical stimulation is maintained by preserved tail movements. 7T MRI is a feasible modality for longitudinal monitoring for the rat caudal disc.
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- Harry Gebhard
- Brain and Spine Center, Department of Neurosurgery, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY, USA
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Dias LA, Gebhard H, Mtui E, Anand VK, Schwartz TH. The use of an ultraportable universal serial bus endoscope for education and training in neuroendoscopy. World Neurosurg 2012; 79:337-40. [PMID: 22722032 DOI: 10.1016/j.wneu.2012.06.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2011] [Revised: 04/23/2012] [Accepted: 06/13/2012] [Indexed: 10/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Video endoscopy systems are typically very expensive and not particularly portable. We evaluated an inexpensive and ultraportable system for laboratory training in skull base endoscopic dissections. METHODS In June 2010, we assembled commercially available components consisting of a universal serial bus-powered video camera, a battery-charged light-emitting diode (LED) light source, and a 13-inch laptop to perform skull base endoscopic dissection at our anatomy laboratory. We evaluated its cost, portability, and image quality as a valid tool for neurosurgical and rhinology training. RESULTS The system performed smoothly with no clinical perception of image delay during video recording. The LED light source and the overall image quality were considered adequate, providing appropriate detail for endoscopic surgical simulation in the laboratory. The cost is around 1/10 to 1/100 of a standard or high-definition endoscopy system, and the entire system weighs only 5 pounds. CONCLUSIONS The combination of a portable computer's video processing allied to a highly energy-efficient video camera and LED light source is useful for training in neuroendoscopy. Its clinical role in settings with limited resources requires further research.
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- Luis A Dias
- Department of Neurosurgery, Hospital de Base, Brasília, Brazil
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Fratezi J, Gebhard H, Härtl R. Artrodese na coluna cervical utilizando SICAP como substituto de enxerto ósseo. Coluna/Columna 2011. [DOI: 10.1590/s1808-18512011000200013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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OBJETIVO: Substitutos de enxerto ósseo autólogo foram desenvolvidos para evitar as complicações da retirada de enxerto ósseo autólogo. SiCaP (Actifuse, ApaTech EUA, Reino Unido) é um enxerto ósseo composto de cálcio-fosfato com um substituição de silicato na estrutura química, com uma estrutura tridimensional que parece osso natural. MÉTODOS: 19 pacientes foram submetidos à fusão óssea cervical e analisados retrospectivamente. A avaliação radiográfica e avaliação clínica foram realizadas utilizando o questionário Neck Disability Index e a escala análoga da dor (VAS) pré- e pós-operação. RESULTADOS: O período médio de acompanhamento pós-operatório foi de 14 meses ± 5 meses (7-30 meses). 11 pacientes foram submetidos à fusão via anterior; 5 pacientes via posterior e 3 pacientes via anterior e posterior. A revisão radiográfica mostrou 19/19 (100%) de fusão óssea, nenhum caso apresentou subsidência, quebra ou soltura de material de implante ou movimento nos níveis fusionados. Nenhum exemplo de ossificação heterotópica ou de crescimento ósseo intracanal foi observado. Clinicamente, os escores médios do Neck Disability decresceram 13,3 pontos (media pré-op. de 34,5, pós-op. de 21,2, melhora de 39%), a média da VAS para dor cervical decresceu 2 pontos (2,7 pré-op para 0,7 pós-op.; melhora de 74,1%). Não foram observadas complicações como infecção, osteólise ou edema excessivo das partes moles. CONCLUSÃO: Os resultados preliminares obtidos nesta série foram encorajadores com o uso do SICaP como enxerto ósseo, com sólida fusão óssea obtida em todos os casos e sem formação de ossificação heterotópica ou crescimento de osso intracanal. SIcaP demonstra ser um substituto confiável para o enxerto ósseo autólogo na coluna cervical.
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Fraser J, Gebhard H, Irie D, Parikh K, Härtl R. Iso-C/3-dimensional neuronavigation versus conventional fluoroscopy for minimally invasive pedicle screw placement in lumbar fusion. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2010; 53:184-90. [PMID: 21140333 DOI: 10.1055/s-0030-1267926] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND Minimally invasive spinal surgery (MISS) has evolved over the past years due to the combination of microsurgery, minimal access strategies and neuronavigation. Percutaneous or mini-open pedicle screw placement is a challenge, especially for surgeons not experienced in the use of biplanar fluoroscopy or stereotactic imaging techniques. The aim of the study was to compare the precision of pedicle screw fixation for lumbar fusion procedures using Iso-C/stereotactic 3D neuronavigation (3D NAV) vs. standard AP/lateral fluoroscopy (2D NAV). METHODS Our first 42 patients undergoing MISS for one- or 2-level lumbar or lumbosacral fusion procedures for degenerative lumbar pathology were included in this study. Either 3D NAV (n=29) or standard fluoroscopy (n=13) was used to aid screw placement. Demographics, operative time, blood loss, and screw placement accuracy were evaluated. Screw placement was evaluated postoperatively using lumbar CT scanning. Accuracy of 3D NAV was evaluated by comparing intraoperative planning screenshots to postoperative CT placement of screws. RESULTS There were no significant differences between groups for mean age, gender or intraoperative blood loss. 90.9% of 3D NAV screws and 73.7% of fluoroscopy screws had no pedicle perforation (p=0.04). Intraoperative navigation screenshots accurately predicted pedicle screw placement in 90.9% of cases. There was a positive correlation between 3D NAV accuracy and better screw grade (rs 0.45, p=0.036). CONCLUSIONS Utilization of 3D NAV for percutaneous or mini-open lumbar screw placement during the early learning curve for MISS was associated with higher screw accuracy. This study demonstrates that the use of 3D navigation can facilitate the learning curve for MISS.
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- J Fraser
- Department of Neurosurgery, Weill Cornell Medical College, 1300 York Ave., NY 10065, USA
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Tomasino A, Gebhard H, Parikh K, Wess C, Härtl R. Bioabsorbable instrumentation for single-level cervical degenerative disc disease: a radiological and clinical outcome study. J Neurosurg Spine 2009; 11:529-37. [PMID: 19929354 DOI: 10.3171/2009.6.spine08838] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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The authors present the radiological and clinical outcome data obtained in patients who underwent single-level anterior cervical discectomy and fusion (ACDF) for cervical spondylosis and/or disc herniation; bioabsorbable plates were used for instrumentation. The use of metallic plates in ACDF has gained acceptance as a stabilizing part of the procedure to increase fusion rates, but when complications occur with these devices, the overall effectiveness of the procedure is compromised. As a possible solution, bioabsorbable implants for ACDF have been developed. This study investigates the feasibility and radiological and clinical outcomes of the bioabsorbable plates for ACDF.
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The radiological and clinical outcomes of 30 patients were investigated retrospectively. All patients presented with cervical radiculopathy or myelopathy and underwent single-level ACDF in which a bioabsorbable anterior cervical plate and an allograft bone spacer were placed at a level between C-3 and C-7. Radiological outcome was assessed based on the fusion rate, subsidence, and Cobb angle of the surgical level. Clinical outcome was determined by using a visual analog scale, the Neck Disability Index, and the Odom criteria.
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There were no intraoperative complications, and no hardware failure was observed. No signs or symptoms of adverse tissue reaction caused by the implant were seen. Two reoperations were necessary due to postoperative blood collections. The overall complication rate was 16.7%. After 6 months, radiographic fusion was seen in 92.3% of patients. Subsidence at 11.3 ± 7.2 months was 3.1 ± 5.8 mm (an 8.2% change over the immediately postoperative results), and the change in the sagittal curvature was –2.7 ± 2.7°. The visual analog scale score for neck and arm pain and Neck Disability Index improved significantly after surgery (p < 0.001). Overall at 19.5 months postoperatively, 83% of the patients had favorable outcomes based on the Odom criteria.
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Absorbable instrumentation provides better stability than the absence of a plate but graft subsidence and deformity rates may be higher than those associated with metal implants. There were no device-related complications, but adverse late effects cannot be excluded. The fusion rate and outcome are comparable to the results achieved with metallic plates. The authors were satisfied with the use of bioabsorbable plates as a reasonable alternative to metal, avoiding the need for lifelong metallic implants.
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Schmitt-Sody M, Klose A, Gottschalk O, Metz P, Gebhard H, Zysk S, Eichhorn ME, Hernandez-Richter TM, Jansson V, Veihelmann A. Platelet–endothelial cell interactions in murine antigen-induced arthritis. Rheumatology (Oxford) 2005; 44:885-9. [PMID: 15827038 DOI: 10.1093/rheumatology/keh638] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVES Growing evidence supports the substantial pathophysiological impact of platelets on the development of rheumatoid arthritis. At present there are no methods for studying these cellular mechanisms in vivo. The aim of this study was to visualize and investigate platelet-endothelial cell interaction in the knee joint of mice with antigen-induced arthritis (AiA) by means of intravital microscopy. METHODS In 14 mice (Balbc) intravital microscopic assessment was performed on day 8 after AiA induction in two groups (controls, AiA). The severity of AiA was assessed by measuring knee joint swelling and by histological scoring. Ex vivo fluorescently labelled rolling and adherent platelets and leucocyte-endothelium interactions were investigated by intravital fluorescence microscopy. RESULTS Swelling of the knee joint as well as histological score was significantly enhanced in arthritic animals compared with controls. In control mice intravital microscopy revealed low baseline rolling and sticking of leucocytes and fluorescently labelled platelets. AiA induced a significant increase in the fraction of rolling leucocytes (3 times) and rolling platelets (6 times) compared to the control group. Furthermore, AiA induction resulted in a significantly enhanced number of adherent leucocytes (3-fold) and adherent platelets (12-fold) in comparison with control animals. CONCLUSIONS Platelet kinetics were directly analysed using intravital microscopy in the arthritic microcirculation in vivo for the first time. We provide the first evidence that platelets accumulate in arthritic vessels, indicating platelet activation due to AiA. Platelet recruitment and subsequent activation might play an important role in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis.
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- M Schmitt-Sody
- Department of Orthopedics, Klinikum Grosshadern, Marchioninistr. 15, Ludwig-Maximilians-University, 81377 Munich, Germany.
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Grunewald M, Gebhard H, Wagner M, Bautz WA, Alibek S. Qualitätsverbesserung radiologischer Lehrressourcen im Internet. ROFO-FORTSCHR RONTG 2005; 177:569-75. [PMID: 15838764 DOI: 10.1055/s-2005-857904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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PURPOSE Categorization and evaluation of online teaching files in radiology by representative members of the target group to make the specific search for adequate programs more effective. MATERIALS AND METHODS A representative team of board qualified radiologists, residents and medical students performed a basic search for radiology teaching files on the Internet using search machines, international mailing lists and link lists to collections of national and international radiological societies and departments. The programs were categorized by language, modality, target group and special features, such as qualification for CME-accreditation. For final evaluation and ranking of the detected files, a questionnaire was developed to assess completeness, image quality, page loading time, layout, orientation, interactivity, annotation and maintenance. The results were stored in an Access database on a web server. A query form in HTML format, including the parameters described above, was made accessible to the online user. RESULTS A search machine for radiological teaching files (RadList/Entity-link List) was made available online ( www.tnt-radiology.de/radlist and www.tnt-radiology.de/entitylinklist ). A submitted request calls a cgi script that searches the database for the appropriate sites according to the individual search parameters selected by the user. The list of matching URLs is returned to the user as HTML page. Evaluating the single sites by applying the criteria listed above contributed to the quality assurance of the radiological teaching resources on the Internet. CONCLUSION Adapting a new Internet interface to the particular needs of the user allows a more effective access to specific radiological teaching files online. RadList/Entity-link List ( www.tnt-radiology.de/radlist and www.tnt-radiology.de/entitylinklist ) is conducive to quality improvement and benefits users as well as authors of radiological teaching files on the Internet.
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- M Grunewald
- Institut für Diagnostische Radiologie, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg.
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Grunewald M, Gebhard H, Jakob C, Wagner M, Hothorn T, Neuhuber WL, Bautz WA, Greess HR. [Web-based training in radiology - student course in the Virtual University of Bavaria]. ROFO-FORTSCHR RONTG 2004; 176:885-95. [PMID: 15173985 DOI: 10.1055/s-2004-812750] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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PURPOSE The ninth version of the licensing regulation for medical doctors (Approbation Regulation (AR)) sets a benchmark in terms of practical experience, interdigitation of preclinical and clinical studies, interdisciplinary approach, economic efficiency, independence of students, added new teaching and learning modalities, and ongoing evaluation of the progress of the medical students. It is the aim to implement these major points of the AR in a model course for diagnostic radiology and radiation protection within the scope of the Virtual University of Bavaria and test them in practice. MATERIALS AND METHODS In cooperation with residents and board certified radiologists, students developed the virtual course "Web-Based Training (WBT) Radiology" in diagnostic radiology and radiation protection for students in the first clinical semester. A representative target group taken from the student body was asked about the options to get access to the World Wide Web (Internet), and the satisfaction concerning configuration and content of the newly developed program. A comparison was made between the results of the final examination taken by students who made use of the virtual course in addition to conventional lessons and taken by students who did not subscribe to the virtual course and exclusively relied on conventional lessons. In addition, a pilot study was conducted in the winter semester 2002/03, which compared students taking either the traditional lessons or the new virtual course on the Internet. RESULTS The virtual course-model had test results with a positive trend. All targeted students had Internet access. Constructive criticism was immediately implemented and contributed to rapid optimization. The learning success of the additive or alternative virtual course was in no way less than the learning success achieved with the conventional course. CONCLUSION The learning success as measure of quality in teaching and the acceptance by students and teachers justify the continuation of this course model and its expansion. Besides enabling the learning in small study groups; the course "WBT Radiology" might not only help implementing the major points of the new AR but might also complement any deficiencies in the current education. Economic aspects may encourage their implementations.
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- M Grunewald
- Institut für Diagnostische Radiologie, Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg.
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Zysk SP, Gebhard H, Plitz W, Buchhorn GH, Sprecher CM, Jansson V, Messmer K, Veihelmann A. Influence of orthopedic particulate biomaterials on inflammation and synovial microcirculation in the murine knee joint. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2004; 71:108-15. [PMID: 15368234 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.b.30075] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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The purpose of the present study was to examine changes in the synovial microcirculation as well as synovial tissue responses to exposure to titanium, polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA), ceramic (Al(2)O(3)), cobalt-chromium alloy (Co-Cr), and polyethylene (PE) particles in an in vivo model. The particulate biomaterials were injected into the left knee joint of female Balb/c mice and assessment of the synovial microcirculation using intravital fluorescence microscopy as well as histological evaluation of the synovial tissue response were performed on day 7 after particle administration. Intravital microscopic measurements revealed that all tested biomaterials caused significantly (p < 0.05) enhanced leukocyte-endothelial cell interactions and an increase of functional capillary density compared to controls. In the histological examination PMMA, Al(2)O(3), PE, and Co-Cr particles provoked significantly (p < 0.05) enhanced inflammatory tissue responses in comparison to tissue from control animals. Titanium particles showed significantly (p < 0.05) less leukocyte-endothelial cell interactions than the other particulate biomaterials and caused significantly (p < 0.05) minor membrane thickening compared to PE and PMMA particles. In conclusion, all tested particulate biomaterials were capable of inducing inflammatory responses in the present study. Our data suggest that titanium particles may cause less leukocyte activation and inflammatory tissue responses than other particulate biomaterials used in total joint arthroplasty.
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- Stefan P Zysk
- Department of Orthopedics, Ludwig-Maximilians-University of Munich, Klinikum Grosshadern, Marchioninistr. 15, 81377 Munich, Germany.
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Rother E, Brandl R, Baker DL, Goyal P, Gebhard H, Tigyi G, Siess W. Subtype-selective antagonists of lysophosphatidic Acid receptors inhibit platelet activation triggered by the lipid core of atherosclerotic plaques. Circulation 2003; 108:741-7. [PMID: 12885756 DOI: 10.1161/01.cir.0000083715.37658.c4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 131] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Lysophosphatidic acid (LPA) is a platelet-activating component of mildly oxidized LDL (mox-LDL) and lipids isolated from human atherosclerotic plaques. Specific antagonists of platelet LPA receptors could be useful inhibitors of thrombus formation in patients with cardiovascular disease. METHODS AND RESULTS Short-chain analogs of phosphatidic acid (PA) were examined for their effect on two initial platelet responses, platelet shape change and Ca2+ mobilization. Dioctylglycerol pyrophosphate [DGPP(8:0)] and dioctylphosphatidic acid [PA(8:0)], recently described selective antagonists of the LPA1 and LPA3 receptors, inhibited platelet activation evoked by LPA but not by other platelet stimuli. DGPP(8:0) was more potent than PA(8:0). DGPP(8:0) also inhibited platelet shape change induced by mox-LDL and lipid extracts from human atherosclerotic plaques. Notably, we demonstrate for the first time that the lipid-rich core isolated from soft plaques was able to directly induce shape change. This effect was completely abrogated by prior incubation of platelets with DGPP(8:0). Moreover, coapplication of the lipid-rich core or LPA together with subthreshold concentrations of ADP or epinephrine synergistically induced platelet aggregation; this effect was inhibited by DGPP(8:0). Analysis by liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry revealed the presence of LPA alkyl- and acyl-molecular species with high platelet-activating potency (16:0-alkyl-LPA, 20:4-acyl-LPA). CONCLUSIONS LPA molecules present in the core region of atherosclerotic plaques trigger rapid platelet activation through the stimulation of LPA1 and LPA3 receptors. Antagonists of platelet LPA receptors might provide a new strategy to prevent thrombus formation in patients with cardiovascular diseases.
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- Enno Rother
- Institute for Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases, Medical Faculty, University Munich, Germany
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Grunewald M, Heckemann RA, Gebhard H, Lell M, Bautz WA. COMPARE radiology: creating an interactive Web-based training program for radiology with multimedia authoring software. Acad Radiol 2003; 10:543-53. [PMID: 12755544 DOI: 10.1016/s1076-6332(03)80065-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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RATIONALE AND OBJECTIVES Computer-based training has two primary benefits: Content can be presented interactively, and students can choose the time, place, and pace of learning. As a subject of medical education, radiology lends itself particularly well to computer-based training because of its highly visual content. To improve the efficiency of radiology training at their institution, the authors decided to create an interactive Web-based training site. MATERIALS AND METHODS Working with a group of medical students knowledgeable in multimedia authoring, the authors used authoring software to create "COMPARE Radiology," an interactive training program that follows the modality-based structure of the undergraduate curriculum for radiology at the University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Erlangen, Germany, and at medical schools worldwide. RESULTS The Web-based program offers cases and exercises in radiographic anatomy at different selectable levels of difficulty, allowing users to test and build their knowledge of radiology. Pathologic images are initially presented without any further information. Additional information (patient history, laboratory results, reports from other imaging studies, and normal images for comparison) can be retrieved selectively and successively. Further information regarding the diagnosis and pathologic findings can be found by following links to external Web sites. The COMPARE Radiology program content is extended and updated regularly. The program is subject to internal peer review and can be evaluated by the user online. CONCLUSION The authors' experience shows that a highly interactive Web-based training program for radiology, tailored to the requirements of the target group, can be developed economically by a team of medical students using an advanced storing system, with the guidance of a radiologist and without the help of professionally trained computer experts.
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- Markus Grunewald
- Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Medical Faculty, University of Erlangen-Nuremberg, Maximiliansplatz 1, 91054 Erlangen, Germany
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In ulcerative colitis and polyposis coli, creation of an ileal pouch with ileoanal anastomosis after proctocolectomy has become a common surgical method. The aim of our study was to characterize the adaptation of the epithelial ion transport function in the pouch by using electrophysiologic techniques. Proctocolectomy and ileoanal anastomosis was performed in rats either with (pouch) or without (control) creation of an ileal J-pouch. To characterize the epithelial barrier function, impedance analysis was performed 6 months after surgery. Epithelial resistance was 29 +/- 2 omega.cm2 in controls and was unchanged in the pouch (28 +/- 4 omega.cm2; NS). In contrast, subepithelial resistance increased from 33 +/- 3 omega.cm2 to 54 +/- 5 omega.cm2 (P < 0.01) owing to work hypertrophy of the muscle layers in the pouch. To detect changes in net ion transport, ion tracer fluxes were measured in the Ussing chamber. In control ileum, absorptive net Na and Cl fluxes of similar magnitude were present, indicating that electroneutral NaCl absorption was the predominant ion transport system. Neither Isc nor net Na and Cl fluxes were significantly altered in the pouch. Glucose-coupled Na absorption was measured as the 3-o-methyl-glucose-induced increase in Isc. Km remained unaltered, while Vmax decreased from 7.5 +/- 2.1 mu eq.h-1 cm-2 in controls to 1.7 +/- 0.8 mu eq.h-1 cm-2 (P < 0.05) in the pouch. Then, maximal transport capacity for electrogenic Cl secretion was measured as the Cl-induced increase in Isc blockable by serosal bumetanide (in the presence of theophylline and prostaglandin E1).(ABSTRACT TRUNCATED AT 250 WORDS)
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- J D Schulzke
- Dept. of Gastroenterology, Klinikum Steglitz, Freie Universität Berlin, Germany
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