1
|
Lasurt-Bachs S, Torner P, Maculé F, Prats E, Menéndez-García F, Ríos-Guillermo J, Torrents A. Cross-linked polyethylene does not reduce wear in total knee arthroplasty. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2018; 62:197-203. [PMID: 29454601 DOI: 10.1016/j.recot.2017.11.004] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2016] [Revised: 11/22/2017] [Accepted: 11/29/2017] [Indexed: 10/18/2022] Open
Abstract
AIM To compare two different types of inserts: Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) and cross-linked polyethylene with a quantitative and qualitative study of polyethylene wear particles in synovial fluid 3 years after total knee arthroplasty. MATERIAL AND METHODS A prospective, randomized, controlled cohort study with blinded evaluation was carried out on 25 patients undergoing staged bilateral total knee replacement, 6 months apart. Knee arthrocentesis was performed on 12 patients 3 years after surgery, and the polyethylene particles were analyzed. RESULTS No significant differences were found in the number of particles generated by the two different types of inserts at 3 years from total knee arthroplasty (3,000×: x¯ cross-linked=849.7; x¯ UHMWPE=796.9; P=.63; 20,000×: x¯ cross-linked=66.3; x¯ UHMWPE=73.1; P=.76). Likewise, no differences in the probability of finding elongated (χ2=0.19; P=.66) or rounded (χ2=1.44; P=.23) particles in both types of inserts were observed. However, the probability of finding fibrillar particles is 3.08 times greater in UHMWPE. CONCLUSIONS Cross-linked polyethylene does not significantly reduce the generation of polyethylene particles in patients with total knee arthroplasty, 3 years after the surgical procedure.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- S Lasurt-Bachs
- Unitat de Genoll, Servei de Cirurgia Ortopèdica i Traumatologia, Consorci Sanitari Integral Baix Llobregat, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, España.
| | - P Torner
- Servei de Cirurgia Ortopèdica i Traumatologia, Parc Taulí Hospital Universitari, Institut d'Investigació i Innovació Parc Taulí I3PT, Sabadell, Barcelona, España; Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), Barcelona, España
| | - F Maculé
- Unidad de Rodilla, Servicio de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología, Hospital Clínic, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, España
| | - E Prats
- Departamento de Microscopía Electrónica, Centres Científics i Tecnològics de la UB (CCiTUB), Barcelona, España
| | - F Menéndez-García
- Unidad de Análisis Elemental, Centres Científics i Tecnològics de la Universitat de Barcelona (CCiTUB), Barcelona, España
| | - J Ríos-Guillermo
- Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Departamento de Estadística, Hospital Clínic, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, España
| | - A Torrents
- Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Departamento de Estadística, Hospital Clínic, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, España
| |
Collapse
|
2
|
González Sotelo V, Maculé F, Minguell J, Bergé R, Franco C, Sala-Blanch X. Ultrasound-guided genicular nerve block for pain control after total knee replacement: Preliminary case series and technical note. Rev Esp Anestesiol Reanim 2017; 64:568-576. [PMID: 28554709 DOI: 10.1016/j.redar.2017.04.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2017] [Revised: 04/01/2017] [Accepted: 04/10/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is an operation with moderate to severe postoperative pain. The Fast-Track models employ local infiltration techniques with anaesthetics at high volumes (100-150ml). We proposed a genicular nerve block with low volume of local anaesthetic. The aim of our study is to evaluate the periarticular distribution of these blocks in a fresh cadaver model and to describe the technique in a preliminary group of patients submitted to TKA. MATERIALS AND METHODS In the anatomical phase, 4 genicular nerves (superior medial, superior lateral, inferior medial and inferior lateral) were blocked with 4ml of local anaesthetic with iodinated contrast and methylene blue in each (16ml in total). It was performed on a fresh cadaver and the distribution of the injected medium was evaluated by means of a CT-scan and coronal anatomical sections on both knees. The clinical phase included 12 patients scheduled for TKA. Ultrasound-guided block of the 4 genicular nerves was performed preoperatively and their clinical efficacy evaluated by assessing pain after the reversal of the spinal block and at 12h after the block. Pain was measured using the numerical scale and the need for rescue analgesia was evaluated. RESULTS A wide periarticular distribution of contrast was observed by CT-scan, which was later evaluated in the coronal sections. The distribution followed the joint capsule without entering the joint, both in the femur and in the tibia. The pain after the reversal of the subarachnoid block was 2±1, requiring rescue analgesia in 42% of the patients. At 12h, the pain according to the numerical scale was 4±1, 33% required rescue analgesia. CONCLUSION The administration of 4ml of local anaesthetic at the level of the 4 genicular nerves of the knee produces a wide periarticular distribution. Our preliminary data in a series of 12 patients undergoing TKA seems to be clinically effective. Nevertheless, extensive case series and comparative studies with local infiltration techniques with anaesthetics are needed to support these encouraging results.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- V González Sotelo
- Servicio de Anestesiología, Clínica Corachan, Máster en Competencias Médicas Avanzadas, Facultad de Medicina, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, España
| | - F Maculé
- Servicio de Ortopedia, Clínica Corachán, Hospital Clínic, Universitat de Barcelona,, Barcelona, España
| | - J Minguell
- Servicio de Traumatología Lenox Corachan, Clínica Corachan, Barcelona, España
| | - R Bergé
- Servicio de Anestesiología, Hospital Clínic, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, España
| | - C Franco
- Professor Anesthesiology and Anatomy , Department of Anesthesiology, JHS Hospital of Cook County, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, Estados Unidos
| | - X Sala-Blanch
- Profesor asociado de Anatomía, Departamento de Anestesiología, Hospital Clínic, Facultad de Medicina, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, España.
| |
Collapse
|
3
|
Vives-Barquiel MA, Torrents A, Lozano L, Martínez-Pastor JC, Maculé F, Segur JM, Popescu D. Proximalize osteotomy of tibial tuberosity (POTT) as a treatment for stiffness secondary to patella baja in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2015; 135:1445-51. [PMID: 26298563 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-015-2312-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2015] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
Abstract
INTRODUCTION Stiffness after a total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is one of the most common post-operative complications. The purpose of this study is the evaluation of the effectiveness of TT proximalization osteotomy of improving a lack of flexion and secondary pain in patella baja (infera) post-TKA. MATERIALS AND METHODS Between April 2007 and July 2012, TT proximalization osteotomy was performed on 21 patients. The average preoperative flexion was 70° (in a range of 60-80). Clinical pre- and post-operative evaluations were performed with Knee Society Score, Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthritis Index scales and a satisfaction survey. Modified Blackburn-Peel index and Portner angle were used to evaluate patellar height. RESULTS After an average follow-up of 35 months (range 18-48), an average flexion of 100° (range 90-100) and an overall satisfaction were obtained. Clinical scores improved significantly. The Blackburn-Peel index and Portner angle improved significantly from 0.3 (range 0.1-0.5) to 0.4 (0.3-0.5) and from 9 (3-15) to 12 (9-18), respectively. Three patients showed no signs of osteotomy consolidation. However, this was not linked to a lack of extension or an increase in local pain. CONCLUSION TT proximalization osteotomy provides satisfactory results in improving a lack of flexion and pain in patella baja post-TKR.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- M A Vives-Barquiel
- Resident Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery Department, Hospital Clínic Barcelona, Villarroel 170, Barcelona, Spain.
| | | | - L Lozano
- Knee Unit, Hospital Clínic Barcelona, Villarroel 170, Barcelona, Spain
| | | | - F Maculé
- Knee Unit, Hospital Clínic Barcelona, Villarroel 170, Barcelona, Spain
| | - J M Segur
- Resident Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery Department, Hospital Clínic Barcelona, Villarroel 170, Barcelona, Spain
| | - D Popescu
- Knee Unit, Hospital Clínic Barcelona, Villarroel 170, Barcelona, Spain
| |
Collapse
|
4
|
Ruiz Ibán MA, Maculé F, Torner P, Gil Garay E, Oteo-Álvaro A, López Millán JM, Díaz Heredia J, Loza E. SECOT-GEDOS consensus on pre-surgical pain management in knee and hip arthrosis. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2015; 59:186-99. [PMID: 25435293 DOI: 10.1016/j.recot.2014.09.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/27/2014] [Revised: 09/19/2014] [Accepted: 09/19/2014] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
Abstract
OBJECTIVE To develop recommendations, based on best evidence and experience, on pain management in patients undertaking total knee or hip replacement. METHODS Nominal group methodology was followed. A group of experts was selected (5 orthopedics, 1 anesthesiologist), who defined the scope, users, topics, preliminary recommendations, and 3 systematic reviews: efficacy and safety of pre-surgical analgesia regarding to post-surgical pain, efficacy and safety of pre-emptive analgesia and pre-operative factors of post-operative pain. The level of evidence and grade of recommendation was established using the Oxford Centre for Evidence Based Medicine, and the level of agreement with the Delphi technique (2 rounds). The Delphi was extended to 39 orthopedics and anesthesiologists. The whole document was reviewed by all the experts. RESULTS A total of 21 recommendations were produced. They include specific pharmacological treatment, as well as the evaluation and monitoring of patients on this treatment, and post-operative pre-emptive treatment. Agreement above 70% was reached in 19 recommendations. CONCLUSIONS In patients undergoing total knee or hip replacement, a proper evaluation, follow-up, pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment of predictors of poor surgical outcomes should be performed, especially those related to pre-operative pain. This can improve post-operative pain and surgery outcomes.
Collapse
MESH Headings
- Analgesics/therapeutic use
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee
- Combined Modality Therapy
- Delphi Technique
- Humans
- Osteoarthritis, Hip/drug therapy
- Osteoarthritis, Hip/surgery
- Osteoarthritis, Knee/drug therapy
- Osteoarthritis, Knee/surgery
- Pain Measurement
- Pain, Postoperative/diagnosis
- Pain, Postoperative/prevention & control
- Postoperative Care/methods
- Preoperative Care/methods
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- M A Ruiz Ibán
- Servicio de Traumatología y Cirugía Ortopédica, Hospital Universitario Ramón y Cajal, Madrid, España.
| | - F Maculé
- Servicio de Traumatología y Cirugía Ortopédica, Hospital Clínic, Barcelona, España
| | - P Torner
- Servicio de Traumatología y Cirugía Ortopédica, Hospital Parc Taulí, Sabadell, Barcelona, España
| | - E Gil Garay
- Servicio de Traumatología y Cirugía Ortopédica, Hospital Universitario La Paz, Madrid, España
| | - A Oteo-Álvaro
- Servicio de Traumatología y Cirugía Ortopédica, Hospital General Universitario Gregorio Marañón, Madrid, España
| | - J M López Millán
- Unidad de Dolor, Hospital Virgen de la Macarena, Sevilla, España
| | - J Díaz Heredia
- Servicio de Traumatología y Cirugía Ortopédica, Hospital Universitario Ramón y Cajal, Madrid, España
| | - E Loza
- Instituto de Salud Musculoesquelética, Madrid, España
| |
Collapse
|
5
|
García David S, Cortijo Martínez J, Navarro Bermúdez I, Maculé F, Hinarejos P, Puig-Verdié L, Monllau J, Hernández Hermoso J. The geometry of the keel determines the behaviour of the tibial tray against torsional forces in total knee replacement. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.recote.2014.08.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022] Open
|
6
|
García David S, Cortijo Martínez JA, Navarro Bermúdez I, Maculé F, Hinarejos P, Puig-Verdié L, Monllau JC, Hernández Hermoso JA. [The geometry of the keel determines the behaviour of the tibial tray against torsional forces in total knee replacement]. Rev Esp Cir Ortop Traumatol (Engl Ed) 2014; 58:329-35. [PMID: 25037111 DOI: 10.1016/j.recot.2014.03.002] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [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: 11/28/2013] [Revised: 02/28/2014] [Accepted: 03/04/2014] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
Abstract
The keel design of the tibial tray is essential for the transmission of the majority of the forces to the peripheral bone structures, which have better mechanical proprieties, thus reducing the risk of loosening. The aim of the present study was to compare the behaviour of different tibial tray designs submitted to torsional forces. Four different tibial components were modelled. The 3-D reconstruction was made using the Mimics software. The solid elements were generated by SolidWorks. The finite elements study was done by Unigraphics. A torsional force of 6 Nm. applied to the lateral aspects of each tibial tray was simulated. The GENUTECH® tibial tray, with peripheral trabecular bone support, showed a lower displacement and less transmitted tensions under torsional forces. The results suggest that a tibial tray with more peripheral support behaves mechanically better than the other studied designs.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- S García David
- Departamento de I+D+i, SURGIVAL, Paterna, Valencia, España
| | | | | | - F Maculé
- Unidad de Rodilla, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona, Universitat de Barcelona, Barcelona, España
| | - P Hinarejos
- Unidad de Rodilla, Parc de Salut Mar, Barcelona, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), IMIM
| | - L Puig-Verdié
- Unidad de Rodilla, Parc de Salut Mar, Barcelona, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), IMIM
| | - J C Monllau
- Servicio COT, Parc de Salut Mar, Barcelona, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB)
| | - J A Hernández Hermoso
- Servicio de COT, Hospital Universitario Germans Trias i Pujol, Badalona, Barcelona, España
| |
Collapse
|
7
|
Nuñez M, Sastre S, Nuñez E, Saulό A, Segur J, Maurits N, Moreno M, Cabestany J, Segarra J, Segura V, Lozano L, Alemany X, Maculé F, Suso S. SAT0435 Knee Osteoarthritis and Periarticular Structure Quantified by Ultrasound. A Case-Control Study. Ann Rheum Dis 2014. [DOI: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2014-eular.3136] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
|
8
|
Nuñez M, Nuñez E, Sastre S, Segur J, Lozano L, Nicodemo C, Maculé F, Sauló A. AB0780 Cost utility analysis of total knee replacement in obese patients with osteoarthritis. prospective study with 12 months follow up. Ann Rheum Dis 2013. [DOI: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2013-eular.3102] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
|
9
|
Nuñez M, Nuñez E, Sastre S, Lozano L, Saulό A, Nicodemo C, Segur J, Maculé F. FRI0439 Beliefs, health status and outcomes in patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty. Prospective study with 12 months followup. Ann Rheum Dis 2013. [DOI: 10.1136/annrheumdis-2012-eular.2896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
|
10
|
Núñez FA, Argüelles AA, Lozano LL, Popescu D, Maculé F, Suso VS. [Use of trabecular metal in total knee arthroplasty in severely and morbidly obese patients (BMI > 35 kg/m2)]. Acta Ortop Mex 2013; 27:97-102. [PMID: 24701760] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
Abstract
The use of trabecular metal in the tibial surface may increase prosthetic survival in the population with severe or morbid obesity (BMI > 35 kg/m2). A prospective, descriptive study was conducted of patients with a BMI > 35 kg/m2 who underwent total knee replacement with a prosthesis with trabecular metal. Minimal follow-up was two years. The statistical analysis was done with Student's t test; the Knee Society Score and the Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index were applied preoperatively and postoperatively. The chi2 test was applied to the BMI values relating them with more or less radiolucent images. The total number of patients was 39, but three were excluded for not having the radiographic follow-up. Mean follow-up was 34 months (25-43); 35 were females, mean age was 69.4 years (57-81), mean BMI was 39.43 kg/m2 (35-55). All patients had grades 3 and 4 tricompartmental arthrosis. The KSS (R and F) and WOMAC scales, with a 95% confidence interval, showed a statistically significant improvement in the assessment of preoperative results and at the end of the followup. Only a few studies measure long-term implant survival. Most authors define survival as the absence of the need to revise prosthetic implants. The end point of survival is the removal or exchange of prosthetic components. Trabecular metal (TM) is currently used in orthopedic surgery and its clinical applications are increasing more and more with good results.
Collapse
|
11
|
Muñoz-Mahamud E, Popescu D, Nuñez E, Lozano LM, Nuñez M, Sastre S, Torner P, Segur JM, Maculé F. Secondary patellar resurfacing in the treatment of patellofemoral pain after total knee arthroplasty. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2011; 19:1467-72. [PMID: 21290107 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-011-1402-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/23/2010] [Accepted: 01/13/2011] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
Abstract
PURPOSE This paper reports a prospective review of patients who, between 2004 and 2007, underwent secondary patellar resurfacing (SPR) due to anterior knee pain after a primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The aim was to evaluate the clinical outcomes obtained with the SPR and to compare them with radiological findings. METHODS A total of twenty-seven consecutive patients met the inclusion criteria. There were twenty-three (85%) women and four (15%) men with a median age of 70 years. The patients were evaluated before and after the surgery with the same functional scores and radiological parameters. Bone scintigraphy was also used in the assessment, and a CT-scan was performed in order to evaluate the femoral component rotation. The median time between TKA and SPR was 18 months. RESULTS With a median follow-up of 23 months, seventeen patients (63%) reported a clear subjective improvement after SPR, and patellofemoral scores (primary outcome measure), KSS and WOMAC (secondary outcome measures) showed a statistically significant improvement following the procedure. There were no significant changes after SPR in the Insall-Salvati ratio, the lateral patellar displacement or the lateral patellar tilt. The mean time between TKA and SPR had no statistically significant effect on outcome. The bone scintigraphy revealed increased patellar uptake in seven cases, but this was not related to subsequent improvement after SPR. Rotational computed tomography showed a median internal rotation of the femoral component of 1º. The complications observed were a patellar component loosening and an acute post-infection. CONCLUSION No clinical or radiological parameter was found to be related to the final outcome after SPR. There was a discrepancy between functional scale scores and the patient's subjective satisfaction.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- E Muñoz-Mahamud
- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, Unit of Knee, Hospital Clínic of Barcelona, University of Barcelona, C/Villarroel 170, 08036 Barcelona, Spain.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
12
|
Vilchez F, Martínez-Pastor JC, García-Ramiro S, Bori G, Maculé F, Sierra J, Font L, Mensa J, Soriano A. Outcome and predictors of treatment failure in early post-surgical prosthetic joint infections due to Staphylococcus aureus treated with debridement. Clin Microbiol Infect 2011; 17:439-44. [PMID: 20412187 DOI: 10.1111/j.1469-0691.2010.03244.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 105] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
Abstract
Experience with debridement and prosthesis retention in early prosthetic joint infections (PJI) due to Staphylococcus aureus is scarce. The present study aimed to evaluate the outcome and predictors of failure. Patients prospectively registered with an early PJI due to S. aureus and 2 years of follow-up were reviewed. Demographics, co-morbidity, type of implant, clinical manifestations, surgical treatment, antimicrobial therapy and outcome were recorded. Remission was defined when the patient had no symptoms of infection, the prosthesis was retained and C-reactive protein (CRP) was ≤ 1 mg/dL. Univariate and multivariate analysis were performed. Fifty-three patients with a mean ± SD age of 70 ± 10.8 years were reviewed. Thirty-five infections were on knee prosthesis and 18 were on hip prosthesis. The mean ± SD duration of intravenous and oral antibiotics was 10.6 ± 6.7 and 88 ± 45.9 days, respectively. After 2 years of follow-up, 40 (75.5%) patients were in remission. Variables independently associated with failure were the need for a second debridement (OR 20.4, 95% CI 2.3-166.6, p 0.006) and a CRP > 22 mg/dL (OR 9.8, 95% CI 1.5-62.5, p 0.01). The onset of the infection within the 25 days after joint arthroplasty was at the limit of significance (OR 8.3, 95% CI 0.8-85.6, p 0.07). Debridement followed by a short period of antibiotics is a reasonable treatment option in early PJI due to S. aureus. Predictors of failure were the need for a second debridement to control the infection a CRP > 22 mg/dL and the infection onset within the first 25 days after joint arthroplasty.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- F Vilchez
- Department of Orthopedics of Hospital Clínic of Barcelona, Spain.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
13
|
Torner P, Sastre S, Maculé F, Núñez M, Segur JM, Lozano L. Complex osteotomy assisted with navigation and arthroscopy around knee. Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol 2008. [DOI: 10.1007/s00590-008-0344-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/21/2022]
|
14
|
Lozano LM, Núñez M, Segur JM, Maculé F, Sastre S, Núñez E, Suso S. Relationship between knee anthropometry and surgical time in total knee arthroplasty in severely and morbidly obese patients: a new prognostic index of surgical difficulty. Obes Surg 2008; 18:1149-53. [PMID: 18506553 DOI: 10.1007/s11695-008-9481-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 33] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/26/2008] [Accepted: 02/25/2008] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
Abstract
BACKGROUND Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in patients with severe and morbid obesity is one of the current challenges in prosthetic knee surgery. The body mass index (BMI) is used to identify patients who may present difficulties during surgery and postoperative complications. We carried out a prospective study with an initial hypothesis that BMI is not associated with tourniquet time in obese patients undergoing TKA and that some anthropometric parameters may be useful in predicting tourniquet time in severely and morbidly obese patients. METHODS One hundred consecutive patients diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis with BMI > or =35 kg/m(2) scheduled for TKA were prospectively studied. Suprapatellar, infrapatellar, and supra/infrapatellar anthropometric indexes were calculated before surgery. The tourniquet time was determined. RESULTS The mean BMI was 39.81 kg/m(2) (SD +/- 3.75). A total of 58% of patients were classified as class III obesity (BMI 35-39.99) and 42% as class IV (BMI > or = 40) Mean tourniquet time was 41.67 min (SD +/- 9.26). There was no association between the BMI and tourniquet time. The suprapatellar index was negatively associated with tourniquet time (p < 0.038). DISCUSSION The BMI is not the only parameter that should be considered in order to identify severely and morbidly obese patients who may have more surgical difficulties during TKA. Preoperative determination of the suprapatellar index helped us to classify these patients according to the morphology of the knee and predicted a longer tourniquet time and, therefore, greater surgical difficulty, in patients with a suprapatellar ratio below 1.6 in this study.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- L M Lozano
- Knee Section, Orthopaedic Surgery Department, ICEMEQ, Hospital Clínic, University of Barcelona, Villarroel 170, Barcelona, Spain.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
15
|
Abstract
The aim of this work is to describe the procedure used, which combines navigation, arthroscopy and fluoroscopic control, and to evaluate its usefulness in complex osteotomies around the knee. The consolidation of the osteotomy was obtained without complications by obtaining a correct axis of the limb in three spatial planes. This is a precise and reproducible technique. It does not need computer support, associated with specific navigation. Simultaneous arthroscopy also allows the correction of certain intra-articular defects in the same operation, and the precise evaluation of the cartilage's state.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- S Sastre
- Knee Surgery Unit, Orthopedic Surgery Service, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, C/ Villarroel 170, 08036, Barcelona, Spain.
| | | | | |
Collapse
|
16
|
Núñez M, Núñez E, del Val JL, Ortega R, Segur JM, Hernández MV, Lozano L, Sastre S, Maculé F. Health-related quality of life in patients with osteoarthritis after total knee replacement: factors influencing outcomes at 36 months of follow-up. Osteoarthritis Cartilage 2007; 15:1001-7. [PMID: 17428689 DOI: 10.1016/j.joca.2007.02.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 81] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/28/2006] [Accepted: 02/10/2007] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES (1) To evaluate health-related quality of life (HRQL) in patients with severe osteoarthritis (OA) undergoing total knee replacement (TKR) and (2) to identify the influence of sociodemographic, clinical, intra-operative and postoperative variables on HRQL at 36 months after TKR. DESIGN Prospective study with a 36-month follow-up. Preoperative interviews were carried out with 90 in-patients. The disease-specific Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) questionnaire was used to measure the health status. Sociodemographic, clinical, intra-operative degree of difficulty, in-patient and postoperative data were collected. Associations were analyzed using linear regression models. RESULTS Of the 90 potentially eligible patients, 67 (54 females, mean age 74.83, standard deviation [SD] 5.57) completed follow-up assessment. There were significant differences between preoperative and postoperative WOMAC pain, stiffness and function scores (P<0.001, P=0.005 and P<0.001, respectively). Variables retained in each of the models explained between 15% and 23% (R(2) adjusted) of the variability of each WOMAC dimension. Higher preoperative WOMAC scores were associated with greater postoperative improvement (P<0.001). Chronic musculoskeletal pain unrelated to knee OA was associated with higher WOMAC pain, stiffness and function dimension scores (P=0.004, P=0.029 and P=0.005, respectively). Severe (Class III) obesity (body mass index [BMI] 35-39.9) was associated with more pain (P=0.049). CONCLUSIONS In patients with severe OA, HRQL significantly improved at 36 months after TKR, especially in the pain dimension. Lower preoperative WOMAC scores, chronic pain unrelated to knee OA, and severe obesity negatively influenced postoperative WOMAC scores. This disease-specific questionnaire may help to identify patients at increased risk of negative outcomes after surgery.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- M Núñez
- Rheumatology Department, Biomedical Research Institute August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Hospital Clínic, Villarroel 170, 08036 Barcelona, Spain.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
17
|
Núñez M, Núñez E, Segur JM, Maculé F, Sanchez A, Hernández MV, Vilalta C. Health-related quality of life and costs in patients with osteoarthritis on waiting list for total knee replacement. Osteoarthritis Cartilage 2007; 15:258-65. [PMID: 16962795 DOI: 10.1016/j.joca.2006.07.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 46] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/16/2006] [Accepted: 07/23/2006] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES To determine: (1) health-related quality of life (HRQL) in patients with severe osteoarthritis (OA) on a waiting list (WL) for total knee replacement (TKR) and to compare it with general Spanish reference population values (RPVs); (2) the influence of sociodemographic and clinical variables on HRQL dimensions and (3) the use and cost of resources related to knee OA. METHODS Cross-sectional study. HRQL was measured by Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) and Medical Outcomes Study 36 Item Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) questionnaires. Sociodemographic and disease characteristics, body mass index, pharmacological treatment and the cost and use of economic resources related to knee OA during the 6-months previous to baseline were recorded. Relationships were analyzed using linear regression models. RESULTS One hundred consecutive outpatients (71 female, mean age 71+/-6.89 years, mean disease duration 11.84+/-10.52 years) were included. Patients showed worse HRQL measured by SF-36 than the reference population, mainly in physical function, physical role and bodily pain dimensions (P<0.05). A low number of visits to physicians were recorded (mean 0.62+/-1.04). Total mean direct medical costs were 200.24 euro (95%CI 167.08-233.40) and total mean direct non-medical costs were 1234.87 euro (95%CI 812.74-1657.00). CONCLUSIONS The HRQL of patients on a WL is worse than that of the reference population. The main costs of these patients were on non-medical resources, mainly due to functional limitations and loss of autonomy. The results suggest little compliance with knee OA management guidelines.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- M Núñez
- Department of Rheumatology, Biomedical Research Institute August Pi i Sunyer (IDIBAPS), Hospital Clínic, Villarroel 170, 08036 Barcelona, Spain.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
18
|
Abstract
The aim of this study was (1) to determine the variability in detecting radiological signs of knee osteoarthritis (OA) between an orthopaedics specialist, a fourth-year resident in the speciality and a recently qualified doctor and (2) to determine which of the existing criteria show the greatest variability when used by the three participants to detect the degree of evolution of the pathology. This observational study included radiographs of 95 patients with knee pain. Osteophytes, narrowing of joint space (excluding inter-osteophyte bridges) subchondral sclerosis, subchondral cysts, collapse of the central joint cortical bone and lateral deformity, according to the criteria of Kellgren and Lawrence, modified by Kallman et al. were evaluated. Anteroposterior radiographs were used. Knees that had undergone previous surgery were excluded. Cohen's kappa index was used to calculate the degree of agreement between observers. The concordance analysis showed a low level of agreement among the three observers of the radiological variables with a maximum of 50% in some parameters. The authors discuss the possible causes of this low level of agreement. The low degree of agreement of 50% among the three observers is in line with previous reports and suggests that better training of observers is necessary and that the use of any classification is problematic.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- C Vilalta
- Musculo-Skeletal Clinic Institute, Orthopaedic Surgery Department, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, Villarroel, 170, 08036 Barcelona, Spain.
| | | | | | | | | | | |
Collapse
|
19
|
Maculé F, Segur JM, Vilalta C, Suso S. The use of fascia lata and bone allograft for uncontained defects in revision knee arthroplasty. Ann Transplant 2004; 9:72-3. [PMID: 15759554] [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] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/02/2023] Open
Abstract
One of the possibilities in the reconstruction of severe bone loss in revision total knee arthroplasty is impaction bone grafting with support of a mesh. We report the use of a fascia lata allograft as a biological mesh for keeping involved impacted bone graft in one case of uncontained tibial bone defects.
Collapse
Affiliation(s)
- F Maculé
- Dept of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital Clinic, University of Barcelona, Spain
| | | | | | | |
Collapse
|