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Pajchert Kozłowska A, Pawik Ł, Szelerski Ł, Żarek S, Górski R, Pawik M, Fink-Lwow F, Urbański W, Morasiewicz P. Dynamic Gait Parameters in Patients With Nonunion of the Tibia Following Treatment With the Ilizarov Method. J Biomech Eng 2021; 143:1111091. [PMID: 34114601 DOI: 10.1115/1.4051432] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2020] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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The purpose of this study was a comprehensive assessment of the dynamic parameters of gait in patients who underwent Ilizarov treatment for nonunion of the tibia. The experimental group consisted of 24 individuals treated with the Ilizarov method for nonunion of the tibia. The control group comprised 31 healthy individuals, matched for BMI, sex, and age. The dynamic gait parameters in patients and in the control group were measured with a Zebris pedobarographic platform. The treatment group and the control group showed statistically significant differences in terms of the following gait parameters: maximum force during braking nonoperated-limb (NOL), time maximum force during braking operated-limb (OL), time maximum force during braking NOL, maximum force during push-off NOL, time maximum force during push-off OL, and maximum force forefoot OL. Most of the evaluated gait parameters were bilaterally similar in patients group. The only significant differences between the operated and nonoperated limb were seen in terms of Time maximum force during push-off and Maximum force forefoot. The most pronounced abnormalities in dynamic gait parameters were observed in the forefoot (maximum force forefoot OL was 13.3% lower than in the control group, maximum force forefoot OL was 12.4% lower than in NOL). The patients treated with the Ilizarov method did not achieve a complete normalization of dynamic gait parameters, as their gait parameters did not equal those measured in the control group. The Ilizarov method for the treatment of tibial nonunion helps restore a symmetrical distribution of gait parameter values between the affected limb and the healthy limb. Patients continue to show the following abnormalities in their dynamic gait parameters after treatment: higher values maximum force during braking NOL, Time maximum force during braking OL, time maximum force during braking NOL, maximum force during push-off NOL, contact time forefoot NOL, contact time midfoot NOL, contact time heel NOL and smaller values of time maximum force during push-off OL.
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Affiliation(s)
- Andżelika Pajchert Kozłowska
- Department and Clinic of Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Surgery, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 213, Wroclaw 50-556, Poland
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- Department of Physiotherapy in Motor Disorders and Dysfunctions, University School of Physical Education in Wroclaw, Al. IJ Paderewskiego 35, Wroclaw 50-556, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindeya 4, Warszawa 02-005, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindeya 4, Warszawa 02-005, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindeya 4, Warszawa 02-005, Poland
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- Health Promotion, Faculty of Physiotherapy, University School of Physical Education, Wroclaw, Al. IJ Paderewskiego 35, Wroclaw 51-612, Poland
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- Health Promotion, Faculty of Physiotherapy, University School of Physical Education, Wroclaw, Al. IJ Paderewskiego 35, Wroclaw 51-612, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Neurosurgery, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 213, Wroclaw 50-556, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Surgery, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 213, Wroclaw 50-556, Poland; Department of Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Surgery, Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Opole, al. Witosa 26, Opole, Wroclaw 45-401, Poland
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Pawik Ł, Pajchert-Kozłowska A, Szelerski Ł, Żarek S, Górski R, Pawik M, Fink-Lwow F, Morasiewicz P. Assessment of Lower Limb Load Distribution in Patients Treated with the Ilizarov Method for Tibial Nonunion. Med Sci Monit 2021; 27:e930849. [PMID: 34045428 PMCID: PMC8168284 DOI: 10.12659/msm.930849] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Background Successful treatment of tibial nonunion should lead to a complete bone union, lack of pain, and pathological mobility of the lower extremity, as well as to the achievement of satisfactory joint mobility and muscle strength, which in turn improves its biomechanics. The objective of this study was to assess the load placed on the lower limbs in patients subjected to treatment with the Ilizarov method due to aseptic tibial nonunion. Material/Methods This research involved 24 participants (average age, 55 years). All were diagnosed with aseptic tibia nonunion and treated with the Ilizarov external fixator between 2000 and 2017. The control group was matched to the treated group in terms of sex and age. This study used pedobarography evaluation to assess lower limb load distribution. Results No differences were found in the distribution of the load over the entire foot or of the forefoot and hindfoot of the treated limb in comparison to the non-dominant limb of the controls, or in the healthy limb of the treated group compared to the dominant limb of the control group. Similarly, differences in load distribution between the operated and healthy limbs of the treated group were insignificant. Conclusions Patients subjected to treatment with the Ilizarov external fixator for aseptic tibial nonunion show symmetrical load distribution on both lower limbs following treatment, which does not differentiate them in this respect from healthy individuals. Treated patients presented with a symmetrical distribution of the load on the lower extremities over the entire foot surface, including the forefoot and hindfoot. Finally, the Ilizarov external fixator enables restoration of correct static biomechanics of the treated limbs over the period of aseptic tibial nonunion therapy.
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- Łukasz Pawik
- Department of Physiotherapy in Motor Disorders and Dysfunctions, University School of Physical Education in Wrocław, Wrocław, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Health Promotion, Faculty of Physiotherapy, University School of Physical Education in Wrocław, Wrocław, Poland
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- Department of Health Promotion, Faculty of Physiotherapy, University School of Physical Education in Wrocław, Wrocław, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Orthopedic and Traumatologic Surgery, Wrocław Medical University, Wrocław, Poland.,Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Hospital in Opole, Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Opole, Opole, Poland
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Szelerski Ł, Pajchert Kozłowska A, Żarek S, Górski R, Mochocki K, Dejnek M, Urbański W, Reichert P, Morasiewicz P. A new criterion for assessing Ilizarov treatment outcomes in nonunion of the tibia. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2021; 141:879-889. [PMID: 32778920 PMCID: PMC8049889 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-020-03571-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/05/2019] [Accepted: 08/02/2020] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The purpose of this study was to assess a population of patients with nonunion of the tibia treated with the Ilizarov method in terms of achieved union rates and maintained union rates, determination of re-fracture factors, with a subsequent comparison of our findings with those reported in the available literature. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study was a retrospective assessment of 102 patients with nonunion of the tibia treated with the Ilizarov method in the period 2008-2015. The assessed parameters were bone union achieved during treatment, duration of stabilization with an Ilizarov external fixator, and maintained bone union at the last follow-up visit. RESULTS The mean age at the start of treatment was 46.7 years (11-84 years). The mean follow-up period was 7 years (2-12 years). Bone union was achieved in all patients. The mean duration of Ilizarov stabilization in the study group was 7.9 months (2.8-20.7 months). The rate of union maintained at the last follow-up visit was 95.1%. CONCLUSIONS All patients in our study achieved bone union, which constitutes a better outcome than those reported on average in the literature (73.7-100%). The mean length of time which the Ilizarov external fixator was in place in our patients was 8.3 months, which is consistent with the data from literature. Infection, atrophic nonunion, nonunion in 1/3 distal of tibia, and close surgery technique are risk factors of re-fracture. None of the analyzed studies assessed the proportion of patients with maintained bone union. In our study, maintained bone union was observed in 95.1% of patients at the follow-up visit at least 2 years after treatment, which indicates excellent long-term treatment outcomes in nonunion of the tibia treated with the Ilizarov method.
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- Łukasz Szelerski
- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindeya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Surgery, Wrocław Medical University, ul. Borowska 213, 50-556, Wrocław, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindeya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindeya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindeya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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- Division of Sport Medicine, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wroclaw Medical University, Bartla 5, 51-618, Wrocław, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Surgery, Wrocław Medical University, ul. Borowska 213, 50-556, Wrocław, Poland
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- Division of Sport Medicine, Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences, Wroclaw Medical University, Bartla 5, 51-618, Wrocław, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Surgery, Wrocław Medical University, ul. Borowska 213, 50-556, Wrocław, Poland.
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Szelerski Ł, Pajchert-Kozłowska A, Żarek S, Górski R, Małdyk P, Morasiewicz P. The outcomes of Ilizarov treatment in aseptic nonunions of the tibia stratified by treatment strategies and surgical techniques. Sci Rep 2020; 10:20511. [PMID: 33239730 PMCID: PMC7689488 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-020-77569-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/09/2020] [Accepted: 11/12/2020] [Indexed: 11/09/2022] Open
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Nonunions of the tibia, particularly those located in the distal third of the bone, are relatively common in clinical practice. There is no gold standard for the treatment of nonunions of the tibia. The purpose of our study was to assess the results of treatment with the Ilizarov method in patients with aseptic nonunions of the tibia, depending on the employed treatment strategies and surgical techniques. A total of 75 patients with Ilizarov treatment of aseptic nonunions of the tibia were evaluated in the study. The patients's mean age at the beginning of treatment was 46 years. The mean follow-up period was 10 years and 11 months. The evaluated patients underwent either closed technique or open technique. The operators used one of two treatment strategies: neutral fixation without compression or continued compression. The following were assessed: rates of union, ASAMI bone scores, ASAMI functional scores, treatment time, complications, duration of hospital stay. Bone union was achieved in all of the 75 evaluated patients. The results of most analyses showed no significant differences in the assessed variables, except for the ASAMI functional scores, which were higher in the group of patients who underwent closed surgery (Me = 6.00 vs. Me = 4.00). We observed better ASAMI functional score outcomes in the patients who underwent closed fixation than in the open fixation group. The different surgical techniques and treatment strategies had no effect on the number of complications, rates of bone union, length of hospital stay, duration of Ilizarov treatment, or ASAMI bone scores. For managing nonunions of the tibia we recommend the technique of closed fixation without continued compression. The Ilizarov method in the treatment of nonunions of the tibia gives good outcomes.
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- Łukasz Szelerski
- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindleya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department and Clinic of Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Surgery, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 213, 50-556, Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindleya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindleya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindleya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Surgery, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 213, 50-556, Wroclaw, Poland.,Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, University Hospital in Opole, Institute of Medical Sciences, University of Opole, Witosa 26, 41-405, Opole, Poland
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Szelerski Ł, Żarek S, Górski R, Mochocki K, Górski R, Morasiewicz P, Małdyk P. Surgical treatment outcomes of the Ilizarov and internal osteosynthesis methods in posttraumatic pseudarthrosis of the tibia-a retrospective comparative analysis. J Orthop Surg Res 2020; 15:179. [PMID: 32430044 PMCID: PMC7236123 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-020-01697-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2020] [Accepted: 05/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Introduction This study compared surgical treatment outcomes of the Ilizarov and internal osteosynthesis methods in posttraumatic pseudarthrosis of the tibia. Material and methods In a retrospective comparative study, 75 patients were treated with the Ilizarov technique for aseptic posttraumatic pseudarthrosis of the tibia in the period 2000–2016. We compared them with the 51 patients from the control group, treated for tibial bone union disturbances using internal osteosynthesis methods, i.e., internal-fixation plates and intramedullary nails. The study groups were compared in terms of the rates of union, time to union, and the baseline-to-postoperative difference in lower leg deformity. Results Union rate in the Ilizarov group was 100% and the control group was 51.92% (p < 0.001). The median time to union suggests that patients from the Ilizarov group needed a shorter time to achieve bone union (203.00 days vs. 271.00 days) (p = 0.091). The effect size in the Ilizarov group was larger both in terms of reducing both limb deformity and shortening (it is worth noting, however, that the Ilizarov treatment was used in patients with higher baseline values of both these parameters). We observed no significant difference in terms of time to union between the group of patients with at least one risk factor for disturbance in fracture healing and the group with no risk factors. The following risk factors were considered: diabetes mellitus, corticosteroid therapy, smoking, alcohol dependence, and advanced lower-extremity vascular disease (p = 0.827). Discussion Our study demonstrated a high effectiveness of the Ilizarov method in the treatment of aseptic posttraumatic pseudarthroses of the tibia. The Ilizarov method seems to be worth considering in all cases where either the patient or the nature of injury is associated with additional risk factors and whenever there is a need for leg deformity correction or leg elongation.
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- Łukasz Szelerski
- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindleya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland.
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindleya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindleya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindleya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindleya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department and Clinic of Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Surgery, Wroclaw Medical University, Borowska 213, 50-556, Wroclaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Lindleya 4, 02-005, Warsaw, Poland
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Pajchert-Kozłowska A, Pawik Ł, Szelerski Ł, Żarek S, Górski R, Pawik M, Fink-Lwow F, Morasiewicz P. Assessment of body balance of patients treated with the Ilizarov method for tibial nonunion. Acta Bioeng Biomech 2020. [DOI: 10.37190/abb-01633-2020-01] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Purpose: The biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system in patients after tibial nonunion treatment using the Ilizarov method have not yet been fully explored. From the orthopaedic and patient point of view, after the treatment, an assessment should be carried out of the biomechanics of the musculoskeletal system. The aim of this study was to assess the body balance of patients treated with the Ilizarov method for tibial nonunion. Methods: The research group included 24 individuals with a mean age of 55 years, who were treated for aseptic tibial nonunion with the Ilizarov method. The control group was matched to the study group in terms of gender and age, and consisted of 32 subjects with a mean age of 50.5 years and no significant medical history. This study evaluated the balance of patients with the use of pedobarography. Results: In the control group, a statistically significantly shorter path of centre of gravity was observed. There were no statistical differences between the study and control groups for the field area of the centre of gravity. There were no statistical differences between the study and control groups for the minor axis length or major axis length of the centre of gravity. There was a relationship between the centre of pressure path length and the age of the participants in both the control group and the study group. Conclusions: Treatment of patients with tibial nonunion with the Ilizarov fixator achieves similar balance to healthy volunteers. In the pedobarographic evaluation, patients treated for tibial nonunion using the Ilizarov method had similar statics of the musculoskeletal system to healthy volunteers.
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Mochocki K, Górski R, Żarek S, Szelerski Ł, Małdyk P. Ankle Arthrodesis with Simultaneous Lengthening of the Lower Limb Using the Ilizarov Fixator. Ortop Traumatol Rehabil 2018; 20:465-474. [PMID: 31019114 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0012.8393] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [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] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Patients with advanced ankle arthrosis or joint deformities and co-existing lower limb shortening present a complex therapeutic problem. This paper presents the Ilizarov treatment as a comprehensive method of simultaneous ankle arthrodesis and equalisation of lower limb length in 18 patients. MATERIAL AND METHODS Eighteen patients with arthrosis, deformities or other conditions of the ankle joint and ipsila-teral lower limb shortening were treated with the Ilizarov method. The patients were assessed with the Foot and Ankle Outcomes Questionnaire before the treatment and one year after Ilizarov Fixator removal. RESULTS The Ilizarov Fixator allows early weight-bearing of the operated limb, which is undoubtedly convenient for the patient. The mean treatment duration was 8.2 months (range 4-18 months). Lower limb lengthening was 4.1 cm on ave-rage (range 2.5-8.5 cm). Bone union was achieved in all cases. Radiological and clinical outcomes were satisfactory in all 18 cases. Prolonged regenerate calcification was recorded in 1 patient. Ten patients developed soft tissue pin-tract infec-tions and in 1 patient the Kirschner wire broke. According to the Foot and Ankle Outcomes Questionnaire, patients achiev-ed a notable improvement in daily functioning and quality of life. CONCLUSIONS 1. The outcomes of a comprehensive treatment con-sisting of ankle arthrodesis and lower-leg leng-then-ing using the Ilizarov method confirm its effec-tiveness. 2. The Ilizarov Fixator allows early weight-bearing of the operated limb and evaluation at all treat-ment stages, creating an optimal biological envi-ron-ment for bone healing. 3. The patient recovers functionally to allow satis-fac-tory and pain-free functioning as well as re-sum-ption of daily responsibilities. The low inci-den-ce of complications adds to the attractiveness of the method.
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- Karol Mochocki
- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny. Warszawa, Polska / Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny. Warszawa, Polska / Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny. Warszawa, Polska / Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny. Warszawa, Polska / Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny. Warszawa, Polska / Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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Szelerski Ł, Górski R, Żarek S, Mochocki K, Małdyk P. Comminuted Fractures of the Distal Femur Treated with Ilizarov External Fixator. Case Series Study. Ortop Traumatol Rehabil 2018; 19:553-562. [PMID: 29493519 DOI: 10.5604/01.3001.0010.8071] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Distal femoral fractures constitute a type of lower limb injuries that is rare and difficult to treat. Despite advances in surgical technique and development of implants used for internal fixation of fracture fragments, the treatment continues to result in numerous complications. The Ilizarov External Fixator reduces the risk of complications and allows for bone union. MATERIAL AND METHODS Six men with distal femoral fractures resulting from multisite and multiorgan injuries were treated at the Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology of the Medical Uni-versity of Warsaw between 2008 and 2016. Mean age of the patients was 42.6 years. Four of them were mana-ged with the Ilizarov method as a primary treatment and two wore the apparatus as a second-line treatment following unsuccessful plate osteosynthesis. RESULTS Mean treatment duration with the Ilizarov apparatus was 29 weeks. Bone union was achieved in all patients. After the treatment, the patients ambulated unassisted, without orthopaedic aids. All patients re-turned to work. CONCLUSIONS 1. The Ilizarov method allows for efficient fixation of comminuted distal femoral fractures, in-clud-ing C2 and C3 intra-articular fractures (AO/ASIF classification). 2. The use of the Ilizarov apparatus re-duces soft tissue laceration, preserves blood supply to the bone fragments, and allows for easier skin care, which is particularly important in the case of open fractures. 3. Early rehabilitation with the patient fully loading the operated limb reduces muscle atrophy and stimulates bone union.
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- Łukasz Szelerski
- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny. Warszawa, Polska / Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny. Warszawa, Polska / Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny. Warszawa, Polska / Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny. Warszawa, Polska / Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny. Warszawa, Polska / Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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BACKGROUND Stress fractures are the result of cyclic loading of the bone, which gradually becomes damaged. Most often they are treated by rest or plaster cast and, in rare cases, by internal fixation. There is little published data on initial reposition followed by stabilization with the Ilizarov apparatus in such fractures. MATERIAL AND METHODS Six patients were treated with an external fixator according to the Ilizarov method for a stress fracture of the tibia between 2007 and 2015. Three patients were initially treated conservatively. Due to increasing tibial deformation, they were qualified for surgical treatment with external stabilization. In the other patients, surgery was the first-line treatment. All patients demonstrated risk factors for a stress fracture. After the surgery, they fully loaded the operated limb. RESULTS No patient developed malunion, nonunion, infection or venous thrombosis. The average time from the first operation to the removal of the external fixator was 19 weeks. Radiographic and clinical outcomes were satisfactory in all patients. CONCLUSION 1. The Ilizarov method allows for successful stabilization of stress fractures of the tibia. 2. It may be a good alternative to internal stabilization, especially in patients with multiple comorbidities which affect bone quality and may impair soft tissue healing.
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- Radosław Górski
- Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Traumatology, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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Górski R, Żarek S, Modzelewski P, Małdyk P, Wiśniewski R, Górski R. Open Trimalleolar Fractures Treated with Ilizarov External Fixator. Ortop Traumatol Rehabil 2015; 17:381-91. [PMID: 26468175 DOI: 10.5604/15093492.1173380] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022]
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BACKGROUND Open trimalleolar fractures are some of the most severe fractures of the ankle joint region and some of the most difficult in trauma surgery. Repositioning with internal fixation is the most common surgical treatment method. There is little published data on primary repositioning and external fixation. MATERIAL AND METHODS Five patients with open trimalleolar were fitted with Ilizarov external fixators in single-stage procedures. RESULTS Full weight bearing was possible following surgical treatment in all five patients. None of the patients developed malunion, infections or vein thrombosis. For all patients, the Ilizarov apparatus was remodelled after six weeks to allow movement in the ankle. Three patients developed posttraumatic arthrosis requiring joint fusion. Arthrodesis was performed in two patients, and another patient will require it in the future. None of the patients developed any inflammatory complications. The mean duration of treatment with an external fixator was 11.6 weeks (range: 9-15 weeks). Radiological and clinical outcomes were satisfactory in all patients. CONCLUSIONS The Ilizarov method allows for early and definitive treatment of open trimalleolar fractures with a low risk of complications and a good clinical outcome.
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- Radosław Górski
- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu I Wydziału Lekarskiego, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny, Warszawa, Polska
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu I Wydziału Lekarskiego, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny, Warszawa, Polska
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu I Wydziału Lekarskiego, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny, Warszawa, Polska
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu I Wydziału Lekarskiego, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny, Warszawa, Polska
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu I Wydziału Lekarskiego, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny, Warszawa, Polska
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- Katedra i Klinika Ortopedii i Traumatologii Narządu Ruchu I Wydziału Lekarskiego, Warszawski Uniwersytet Medyczny, Warszawa, Polska
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Górski R, Żarek S, Modzelewski P, Dąbrowski F. Bilateral fatigue fractures of the bones of both crura in a patient with a history of abuse of alcohol and psychoactive substances treated with Ilizarov external fixator apparatus. Pol Orthop Traumatol 2014; 79:123-131. [PMID: 25083746] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Fatigue (slow) fractures are a result of cyclic burden on the affected bones. At the same time, regeneration processes are disturbed or appropriate mechanical environment to promote healing is lacking. Fatigue fractures are classified into two types: stress fractures and deficiency fractures. The former occur as a result of excessive training in healthy individuals with normal bone structure, e.g. in sportsmen and soldiers. Deficiency-related fractures are most common in individuals with metabolic disorders that affect bone mineralization, such as osteomalacia or osteoporosis. CASE REPORT The article presents a case of a 37-year-old male with fatigue fractures within both crura. During the interview, the patient reported the abuse of alcohol and benzodiazepines and the history of using other psychoactive substances. CONCLUSIONS Fractures were treated using Ilizarov external fixator apparatus. Bone union was achieved after several months of external fixation.
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Affiliation(s)
- Radosław Górski
- Clinic and Chair of Motor Organ Orthopedics and Traumatology, First Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Clinic and Chair of Motor Organ Orthopedics and Traumatology, First Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Clinic and Chair of Motor Organ Orthopedics and Traumatology, First Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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- Clinic and Chair of Motor Organ Orthopedics and Traumatology, First Faculty of Medicine, Medical University of Warsaw, Warsaw, Poland
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