Ankle fractures: High implant cost is not associated with better patient reported outcomes

IntroductionAnkle fractures comprise 9% of all fractures and are among the most common fractures requiring operative management. Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) with plates and screws is the gold standard for the treatment of unstable, displaced ankle fractures. While performing ORIF, orthopaedic surgeons may choose from several fixation methods including locking versus nonlocking plating and whether to use screws or suture buttons for syndesmotic injuries.Nearly all orthopaedic surgeons treat ankle fractures but most are unfamiliar with implant costs. No study to date has correlated the cost of ankle fracture fixation with health status as perceived by patients through patient reported outcomes (PROs). The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is a relationship between increasing implant cost and PROs after a rotational ankle fracture.MethodsAll ankle fractures treated with open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) at a level I academic trauma center from January 2018 to December 2022 were identified. Inclusion criteria included all rotational ankle fractures with a minimum 6-month follow-up and completed 6-month PRO. Patients were excluded for age <18, polytrauma and open fracture. Variables assessed included demographics, fracture classifications, Foot and Ankle Ability Measure-Activities of Daily Living (FAAM-ADL) score, implant type, and implant cost.ResultsThere was a statistically significant difference in cost between fracture types (p < 0.0001) with trimalleolar fractures being the most expensive. The mean FAAM-ADL score was lowest for trimalleolar fractures at 78.9, 95% CI [75.5, 82.3]. A diagnosis of osteoporosis/osteopenia was associated with a decrease in cost of $233.3, 95% CI [−411.8, −54.8]. There was no relationship between syndesmotic fixation and implant cost, $102.6, 95% CI [−74.9, 280.0]. There was no correlation between implant cost and FAAM-ADL score at 6 months (p = 0.48).ConclusionsThe utilization of higher cost ankle fixation does not correlate with better FAAM-ADL scores. Orthopaedic surgeons may choose less expensive implants to improve the value of ankle fixation without impacting patient reported outcomes.     

The effect of drugs on implant osseointegration- A narrative review

ObjectiveThis narrative review aims to investigate the effects of drugs on implant osseointegration, analyzing their potential positive or negative impact on the direct structural and functional connection between bone and load-carrying implants.BackgroundThe review seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of osseointegration, which refers to the successful integration of an implant with living bone, resulting in no progressive relative movement between them. Exploring the effects of drugs on implant osseointegration is crucial for optimizing outcomes and enhancing patient care in orthopedic implant procedures.MethodsRelevant studies on the effects of drugs on implant osseointegration were identified through a literature search. Electronic databases, including PubMed, Embase, and Google Scholar, were utilized, employing appropriate keywords and MeSH terms related to osseointegration, implants, and drug interventions. The search was limited to English studies.DiscussionThis overview presents a detailed analysis of the effects of drugs on implant osseointegration. It explores drugs such as bisphosphonates, teriparatide, statins, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, beta-blockers, nitrites, and thiazide diuretics as promoters of osseointegration. Conversely, loop diuretics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, corticosteroids, cyclosporine A, cisplatin, methotrexate, antibiotics, proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), antiepileptics, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and anticoagulants are discussed as inhibitors of the process. The role of vitamin D3 remains uncertain. The complex relationship between drugs and the biology of implant osseointegration is emphasized, underscoring the need for further in vitro and in vivo studies to validate their effectsConclusionThis narrative review contributes to the literature by providing an overview of the effects of drugs on implant osseointegration. It highlights the complexity of the subject and emphasizes the necessity for more extensive and sophisticated studies in the future. Based on the synthesis of the reviewed literature, certain drugs, such as bisphosphonates and teriparatide, show potential for promoting implant osseointegration, while others, including loop diuretics and certain antibiotics, may impede the process. However, additional research is required to solidify these conclusions and effectively inform clinical practice.     

基于VOSviewer的2019新型冠状病毒病中医临床诊疗可视化分析＊

目的 通过对公开发表在网络和数据库的有关中医药治疗2019新型冠状病毒肺炎（corona virus disease 2019，COVID-19）的文献进行方、药、证的可视化分析，客观全面的对COVID-19的中医药治疗进行探讨，为现代中医临床诊疗提供参考。方法 本文选用运用文献计量学方法和VOSviewer可视化软件对纳入文献中的用药情况进行数据拆分、整理和分析。结果 本研究高质量数据的主要期刊来源是核心期刊《中医杂志》；新冠临床用方以解表清热剂、开窍补益剂、辟秽祛湿剂为主；临床用药以解表药、清热解毒药、化湿祛痰药以及补益药为主；临床治病思路以六经辨证、三焦辨证和卫气营血辨证理论为指导；临床常见证型为湿、热、寒、毒相关证型；重视新冠前期预防以及后期恢复调养；治疗过程用药考究，注重养阴与祛邪并进。结论 新冠的中医临床诊治考病全面，并注重养阴与祛邪并进，可为官方制定治疗方案提供参考。     

不同介入模式治疗伴失代偿性肝硬化肝癌

目的 探讨伴失代偿性肝硬化原发性肝癌(HCC)不同介入模式的临床价值.方法 在内科治疗稳定后,132例伴肝功能失代偿HCC患者接受不同介入模式治疗;36例采用肝动脉化疗栓塞(TACE,A组),54例采用肝动脉节段性化疗栓塞治疗(S-TACE,B组),42例采用S-TACE后序贯射频消融(RFA)和无水乙醇局部注射(PEI)的综合介入治疗(C组).结果 随访3～48个月,A组、B组和C组患者AFP复常率分别为23.3%、60.5%(P＜0.05)和75.0%(P＜0.01),瘤体缩小(＞50%)分别占8.3%、31.5%(P＜0.05)和54.8%(P＜0.01和P＜0.05),中位生存期分别为4.1个月、9.4个月(P＜0.05)和14.1个月(P＜0.01和P＜0.05),累计生存率6个月分别为22.2%、51.8%(P＜0.05)和78.6%(P＜0.05和P＜0.01),12个月分别为5.6%、31.5%(P＜0.05)和40.5%(P＜0.05),24个月分别为0、9.3%和19.1%(P＜0.05);单变量分析显示包括HBV DNA在内的14项因素与预后显著相关,多因素COX模型分析显示肝功能Child-Pugh分级、ICGR15、门静脉癌栓、治疗模式及AFP术前升高者介入治疗后变化与预后显著相关.结论 综合介入治疗是伴肝功能失代偿HCC的有效治疗方法,对HBV DNA阳性患者应该考虑抗病毒治疗.     

18F-FDG PET显像在发热待查患者中筛查淋巴瘤的价值

目的　探讨18F 脱氧葡萄糖 (FDG)PET显像在长期发热患者中筛查淋巴瘤的价值。方法　对 5 9例长期发热患者 (发热持续时间至少 3周 ,测 3次体温超过 38 3℃ )的18F FDGPET显像资料进行回顾性分析 ,将18F FDGPET显像诊断结果与病理检查及随访结果进行比较。结果　 5 9例长期发热患者中有 8例PET显像示恶性淋巴瘤可能 ,最后均经病理检查确诊为淋巴瘤 ,其中 2例为霍奇金淋巴瘤 ,6例为非霍奇金淋巴瘤。结论　PET显像示长期发热的淋巴瘤患者其病变淋巴结可在正常范围内 (<1 0cm或在体内较深部位 )。对长期发热患者 ,18F FDGPET显像可初步筛查淋巴瘤及排除其他肿瘤 ,可为穿刺活组织检查提供定位信息。     

PET/CT图像采集时间对图像质量和病灶检出率的影响

目的探讨在不影响图像质量和病灶检出率前提下缩短PET／CT图像采集时间的可行性。方法18例接受PET／CT检查的患者，在CT扫描后按1、2、3min／床位依次进行3次PET扫描，共得到54帧图像。患者按体重分为以下3组：（1）45～60kg（7例），（2）61～75kg（7例），（3）76～90k（4例）。由2位有经验的医师共同阅片确定每例患者病变的位置和数目，图像质量由2位医师独立判断。结果3min／床位PET／CT图像上共检出127个病灶，其中最小的病灶直径约为3mm，除1min／床位图像漏检3个病灶外，其他所有病灶均能被1min／床位、2min／床位的图像识别。（1）～（3）组患者在3min／床位采集图像上识别的病灶数分别为71、41、15个，第1组患者的所有病灶在3种不同采集时间图像上均能被识别，第2组患者1min／床位采集图像遗漏了3个病灶，而2min／床位图像识别出的病灶数与3min／床位图像相同。第3组患者的所有病灶在3种采集图像上也均能被识别。1、2min／床位的PET图像质量均较3min／床位图像差，1min／床位图像质量最差，主要表现为图像本底噪声高、对比度差。3组患者中，第3组患者图像质量最差。结论对体重低于60瞻患者，1～3min的采集时间，病变的检出率无明显差异；而对体重60k以上患者，建议选择2～3min／床位的采集时间，对病情较重或不合作患者，根据需要可考虑选择1min／床位的采集时间。     

胃管作尿道支撑引流管在尿道下裂中的应用

目的 评价单纯用胃管兼作尿道支撑管和引流管在尿道下裂尿道成形术中的作用。方法 回顾性分析新华医院1997年12月～2004年12月间收治的先天性尿道下裂患者，在做尿道成形手术中单纯应用胃管作尿道支撑引流管1176例，年龄6个月-20岁。未进行膀胱造瘘等尿液改道引流方法。结果 术后因发生尿瘘而需再次尿道成形术的113例（9．6％），尿道狭窄需再次手术成形的8例（0．7％），尿道裂开需尿道再成形的5例（0．4％）。结论 在尿道下裂尿道成形术中单纯用胃管兼作尿道支撑管和引流管引流尿液是充分有效的，无须另行尿流改道。     

股骨颈骨折后选择性血管造影评价股骨头血液循环

目的 探讨选择性血管造影检查对评价股骨颈骨折后早期股骨头血液循环损伤及影响因素的价值。方法采用选择性旋股动脉及支持带动脉造影(DSA)，对9例2～23天内单侧股骨颈骨折患者血管损伤和血液循环改变进行评价。结果髋关节囊内出血2例，骨内出血4例，下、后支持带动脉损伤和血管移位各3例。患髋牵引时，除外下支持带动脉，其他支持带动脉无显影或仅显示起始部主干，相应股骨头颈部几无灌注成像，静脉显影延迟；髋关节维持伸直内旋位或囊内注入生理盐水后造影，所有支持带动脉无明确显影或仅显示其主干，股骨头颈部无灌注、染色，静脉显影延迟。结论选择性旋股内、外侧动脉DSA技术是一项准确评价股骨颈骨折后股骨头血液循环损伤及影响因素的微创性检查方法；股骨头血液循环受髋关节体位、囊内压和牵引等因素影响；牵引可导致或加重股骨颈骨折后股骨头缺血。     

肝细胞肝癌肺转移灶FDG摄取的假阴性分析

目的评价18^F-FDG PET／CT探测原发性肝细胞肝癌（HCC）肺转移的价值，并分析肺转移灶FDG摄取假阴性的原因。方法32例经手术病理或临床随访证实为HCC肺转移的患者行18^F-FDG PET／CT检查，根据FDG摄取阳性或阴性分为2组：A组18例，肺转移灶表现为FDG摄取增高；B组14例，肺转移灶表现为无FDG摄取。结果32例HCC肺转移患者中，27例18^F-FDG PET／CT显像发现肝内高代谢病灶，12例伴发其他肝外转移，其中包括腹膜后淋巴结、肺门或纵隔淋巴结、骨骼转移。PET对最大径〈10mm的肺转移灶探测灵敏度为35．6％，对最大径≥10mm的肺转移灶探测灵敏度为63．6％，两者比较，差异有统计学意义（χ^2=4．712，P=0．03）。肺转移灶的FDG摄取变异较大，从无FDG摄取到少数病灶的显著FDG摄取，83．3％（25／30）摄取阳性的转移灶最大SUV（SUVmax）≤3。结论HCC肺转移灶FDG摄取假阴性率较高，除与病灶大小有关外，可能与原发病灶的病理特点有关。呼吸控制的薄层CT图像以及必要时增强CT对肺部小结节的检出非常重要，对CT显示小的肺结节病灶应严密随访。