Fracture dislocations of Lisfranc's joint treated with closed reduction and percutaneous fixation

We reviewed 42 patients (mean age 37.7+/-14.2 years) with closed fracture dislocations of Lisfranc's joint treated with percutaneous screw fixation. Mean follow-up was 58.4+/-17.3 months. The aim was to compare dislocations in which a perfect anatomical reduction had been reached with dislocations in which reduction was only near anatomical. The mean American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society score for all patients was 81.0+/-13.5. There were no significant differences in outcome scores between patients with perfect anatomical reduction and patients with near anatomical reduction. However, patients with combined fracture dislocations obtained statistically better scores than patients with pure dislocations.     

Original treatment of luxation of Lisfranc's joint

Emergency reduction and stabilization of a case of total external luxation of Lisfranc's joint with fracture of 3rd cuneiform was by partial internal arthrodesis using a 1/3 tube plate placed astride the tarso-metatarsal joint combined with plaster immobilization for 2 months. Recovery took 6 months.     

陈旧性踝关节骨折脱位的手术治疗

自1999年4月-2003年1月共收治陈旧性踝关节骨折脱位患者14例,疗效满意,现报告如下。1临床资料14例中男9例,女5例;年龄16~68岁,平均39·5岁。损伤至手术时间21d~9个月,平均52d。根据Lange-Hansen分类:旋前外展型Ⅲ度3例,Ⅳ度2例;旋前外旋型Ⅱ度2例,Ⅲ度3例,Ⅳ度1例;旋后外旋型Ⅲ     

Proximal interphalangeal joint dislocations without fractures

Injuries to the proximal interphalangeal joint are extremely common. An understanding of the complex anatomy of this joint is essential for diagnosis and treatment of proximal interphalangeal joint sprains and dislocations. Lateral injuries are among the commonest injuries in the hand. These are often stable after reduction, requiring only closed treatment. Occasionally, however, the collateral ligament can be trapped in the joint and require open reduction. Dorsal dislocations represent the most common dislocation in the hand. These, too, are usually stable after reduction and can be treated by closed methods. On occasion, however, these dislocations will be open or irreducible by closed means, requiring surgical intervention and repair of damaged structures. Complex rotary dislocations are exactly that: complex. An exact understanding of the damaged structures and causes of irreducibility frequently makes this an injury often requiring open reduction and selective repair of damaged soft tissue structures. Fortunately, prompt diagnosis, reduction, and institution of appropriate treatment can usually afford the patient good function after these injuries. It must be noted that stiffness is more common than instability, and active range-of-motion exercises instituted at the proper time are essential. These joints will often remain permanently thicker after injury in spite of optimal care, and tenderness and soreness with use may persist for 6 to 12 months.     

Diagnosis and treatment of dislocations with para-articular fractures of the acromioclavicular joint in childhood

In the last 16 years only 18 cases of this kind could be observed in the Paediatric-surgical clinic of Leipzig (GDR). Genuine dislocations without a concomitant fracture happened in 5 cases. They were treated conservatively in the same way as 8 juxtaarticular fractures. 5 considerable dislocated fractures were treated surgically with Kirschner-wiring following reposition. Late results were excellent.     

Does coexistant fractures impair the results of treatment of elbow dislocations in children?]

We present 33 children with 34 elbow dislocations. In 22 cases concomittant fractures around the elbowe were noted: 13 displaced medial epicondyle fractures, 5 radial neck fractures, 2 radial head fractures, 2 coronoid process fractures, 1 olecranon fracture, 1 lateral condyle fracture, 1 medial condyle fracture. In 5 children more than one concomittant fracture were noted. The mean age during dislocation was 11 years (from 4 to 15), the mean follow up period was 3.5 years (from 2 to 5). On follow up a clinical examination of the elbow was performed including axis assesment and elbow ROM. X-ray were taken in all children in AP and lateral view. All children had a satisfying function of the extremity and no pain was noted. No difference in ROM was noted in children with isolated elbow dislocation or with concomittant medial epicondyle fractures however in 3 of those children a persistent flexion contracture was observed. Among children with other fractures poorer results occured in 3 patients, specially after displaced radial neck fractures. In one of them there was slight supination and pronation restriction, in second a complete ankylosis of proximal radioulnar joint occured in neutral forearm position. In one child after elbow dislocation and medial condyle fracture a late radial dislocation occured. We think that concomitant medial epicondyle fracture does not impare good results of elbow dislocation treatment if well recognised and treated. Other fractures, specially radial neck fractures, increase the risk of complications.     

Improved results in the treatment of civilian vascular injuries associated with fractures and dislocations

Patients with vascular injuries associated with fractures or dislocations of the extremities were managed according to a standard protocol, which included the liberal use of preoperative arteriography, early fasciotomy when indicated, individualization of timing and type of orthopedic procedures, arterial reconstruction primarily with interposition reversed saphenous vein grafts, repair of major venous injuries, routine completion arteriography, and regular postoperative monitoring of Doppler-derived ankle/brachial indices. Adherence to these principles led to a limb salvage rate of 97% in 38 patients with such injuries.     

切开复位内固定治疗Lisfranc关节损伤

[目的]总结切开复位内固定治疗Lisfranc关节损伤的临床经验,提高治疗Lisfranc关节损伤的水平.[方法]自2003年7月-2007年10月间,本院共收治30例33侧Lisfranc关节损伤的病人,采用切开复位内固定术.损伤按Quenu-kuss分型,A型5例,B型25例,C型3例.手术采用1～2个足背侧纵行切口,复位后用空心螺钉或克氏针固定.[结果]术后平均随访36个月(6～45个月),根据Maryland足部功能平分(MFS)评估疗效,优良率为76.2%.[结论]切开复位内固定治疗Lisfranc关节损伤,可以取得良好的效果.     

The results of treatment of comminuted fractures and fracture dislocations of the proximal humerus

Out of 31 patients with a comminuted fracture or fracture dislocation of the proximal humerus, 21 were followed up. Twelve patients were treated operatively by internal fixation or endoprosthesis and nine were treated conservatively. The best results were achieved after internal fixation, especially in the younger patients. In the older patients, implantation of a prosthesis gave a satisfactory result.     

Management of proximal interphalangeal joint fractures and dislocations.

Proximal interphalangeal joint (PIP) injuries are among the most common in the hand and their severity is often underestimated. These injuries often lead to prolonged disability, pain, and stiffness. Appropriate treatment includes a thorough assessment, physical examination, and directed imaging. Such an approach should lead to a rational treatment plan that focuses on the rehabilitation of all damaged components, including osseous, articular, and soft tissue structures. This article reviews all elements in the management of PIP injuries and introduces an assessment method for PIP injuries based on the mechanism of injury rather than primarily on the basis of radiographic findings.