Long-term results of various therapy concepts in severe pilon fractures

Introduction Intra-articular fractures of the tibia plafond are among the most challenging of orthopaedic problems. This is a retrospective case-control study of surgically treated pilon fractures which was undertaken to compare the internal fixation with the two external fixation methods. Methods This is a case-control study of 55 patients with 55 pilon fractures. There were 36 type C and 19 type B. Of these fractures, 24 were open and 31 closed. Three surgical protocols were used. In 20 patients, Group A, a half pin external fixator with ankle spanning was performed. The mean age of patients was 42.0 years (22.0–74.0), SD 14.1 and the mean follow-up was 77.7 months (38.0–132.0), SD 25.4. In 22 patients, Group B, a single ankle sparring ring hybrid external fixator under a small arthrotomy was performed. The mean age of patients was 48.4 years (28.0–76.0), SD 12.4 and mean follow-up was 67.9 months (36.0–132.0), SD 27.8. In 13 patients, Group C, a two-staged internal fixation was performed. The mean age was 45.6 years (30.0–66.0), SD 9.7 and the mean follow-up was 78.6 months (55.0–132.0), SD 25.4. We addressed the dissimilarity of the type of fracture in each group performing supplementary stratified analyses within each fracture type group. Results Group A had union in 6.9 months, group B in 5.6 months and group C in 5.1 months; P = 0.009. Six patients (Group A), two (Group B), and one (Group C) had limitation of ankle motion; P = 0.47. One patient from group C developed infection and the plate was removed. Four patients (Group A), one (Group B), and one (Group C) have developed posttraumatic arthritis (loss of joint space and pain); P = 0.25. Seven patients from Group A have reduced their activities; P = 0.004. In stratified statistical analysis by type of fracture, the associations noted for both fracture groups combined were also noted separately within each fracture group. Conclusion In this long term follow-up study, the two-staged internal fixation and the hybrid fixation with small arthrotomy were equally efficacious in achieving bone union. Patients in external fixation with the ankle spanning had a significantly higher rate of delayed union. Also more patients in this group have reduced their activities. Meeting at which the paper was presented: International Annual Meeting Of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 2003, Greece.     

骨外固定加压治疗胫骨干骨不连

目的 :通过观察半环槽式外固定器治疗胫骨骨不连的治疗效果 ,评价加压外固定对骨损伤修复的作用。方法 :采用半环槽式外固定器骨外加压固定治疗胫骨干骨不连 49例 (男 37例 ,女 12例 ) ,骨不连时间为 7～ 132个月。其中 7例感染性骨不连偏侧性骨缺损者 ,行病灶清除开放性植骨 ;5例感染性骨不连行病灶清除、内固定物取出、小腿皮瓣转位 ;10例骨不连、骨缺损伴伤肢短缩者 ,行胫骨干骺端截骨或骨骺牵伸延长。结果 :植骨全部成活 ,创面植皮获Ⅰ期愈合 ,肢体延长幅度 4.5～ 13 .5cm ,平均 7.5cm ,达到预期目标 ,49例患者均于术后 2 .5～ 10个月 ,获得骨愈合 ,平均 5 .4个月。结论 :骨外固定加压治疗胫骨干骨不连不仅具有确实的效果 ,而且有以下优点 :(1)方法简便、创伤小、局部血运干扰少 ;(2 )在局部感染的条件下仍可使用 ;(3)骨端始终保持有均匀的压应力和肢体功能锻炼时产生的生理应力刺激 ,有利于促进骨愈合 ;(4)可配合肢体延长联合使用 ,既治愈了骨不连 ,又均衡了双下肢长度 ,有利于肢体功能恢复。     

Mechanical Testing of Seven Fixation Methods for Generation of Compression Across a Midtarsal Osteotomy: A Comparison of Internal and External Fixation Devices

The purpose of this study was to assess 7 methods of fixation for a midtarsal osteotomy. Polyurethane foam models (N = 6) and cadaver specimens (N = 4-7) were used to examine the force generated by the different constructs of fixation. A midtarsal osteotomy was performed on each specimen in the test groups. The osteotomies were fixated either with 2 parallel 0.062-in Kirschner wires and 40-mm-long, 4-mm partially threaded, cancellous, cannulated titanium screws, an external ring fixator (frame), a frame with wires tensioned (tension), a frame with wires tensioned and compressed toward the osteotomy (tension and compression), a frame with tension, compression, and parallel Kirschner wires, or a frame with tension, compression, and two 4.0 cannulated parallel screws, respectively. Each model was fixated, and the force generated by the construct across the osteotomy was recorded via the use of pressure-sensitive film. Statistical analysis of the data in the polyurethane foam group determined that the use of frame with tension, compression, and two 4.0 parallel cannulated screws was statistically superior to 1) frame, 2) frame with tension, 3) 2 parallel Kirschner wires, 4) two 4.0 cannulated parallel screws, and 5) frame with tension and compression. A cadaver study determined that the frame with tension, compression, and 2 parallel Kirschner wires was statistically superior to 1) frame and 2) two parallel Kirschner wires. These findings suggest that there is a difference in the force generated by the type of fixation construct across a midtarsal osteotomy.     

Bone healing after metal plate fixation and external fixation of the osteotomized rabbit tibia

Controversy still exists as to the best method of treatment of long bone fractures. The purpose of the present study was to compare the effects on the healing bone of external fixation and metal plate fixation. In an experimental model on the rabbit tibia the stiffness of the fixation corresponded intentionally to that of the same methods in human fracture treatment.

A transverse, midshaft osteotomy was made on one tibia, and fixed with a steel plate (45 × 5 × 1 mm) or external mini-fixation. The animals were killed after 4, 6 or 12 weeks. The bone healing was evaluated by radiography, histology and biomechanical testing in three-point bending. There were no significant differences between plate fixation and external fixation in the pattern of bone healing, as it occurred by periosteal, in-tramedullary and intercortical callus after both methods. The stiffness increased more rapidly than the strength, and reached normal values after about 6 weeks. No significant differences in stiffness between the two methods were found. The strength was significantly greater after plate fixation than after external fixation at 6 weeks, while no significant differences were found at either 4 or 12 weeks.

It is concluded that the speed of bone healing was more rapid after plate fixation. However, in the later stages of healing the plated bones were secondarily weakened because of the stress-protecting effect of the plate.     

Ensuring precision in lower limb deformity correction through a combination of temporary external fixation followed by internal fixation: Results of a retrospective study

Background:

It is important to plan preoperatively when contemplating internal fixation following deformity correction. Surgeons often find it difficult to retain the achieved correction till the end of internal fixation. To maintain precise correction we used hybrid technique which uses both external and internal fixation. The objective of the study was to evaluate the effectiveness of this hybrid technique in achieving and retaining desired correction.

Materials and Methods:

In this retrospective study, we evaluated the magnitude of deformity with radiological parameters. We compared correction which was planned and correction which was achieved. The technique was used during surgery for corrective osteotomies. Before carrying out the osteotomy, rail fixator with two swivel clamps was applied. After osteotomy swivel clamps were loosened. Desired correction was achieved. While fixator held the fragments in corrected position, definitive internal fixation was carried out. External fixator was removed after completion of internal fixation. Position of mechanical axis ratio, mechanical lateral distal femoral angle and mechanical medial proximal tibial angle were measured before and 12 weeks after surgery. Student t-test was used to analyze the difference between correction which was planned and correction which was achieved.

Results:

There was no statistical difference between the desired correction and the correction achieved.

Conclusions:

Temporary use of external fixator while correcting angular deformities of lower limb allows to achieve accurate correction.     

夹板固定内翻位锻炼治疗踝部旋前外旋型Ⅲ度骨折

目的 探讨内翻位锻炼对距骨、内踝关节间隙的影响。方法 手法整复后,在小夹板的轻度内翻内旋微跖屈位固定下,每日将足放在内翻位进行稍用力的内翻活动10余次,每次10－15分钟,持续内翻锻炼4周。结果 25例患者的距骨、内踝的关节间隙均正常,腓骨、内踝均对位良好或佳,1例好转,全部有效。结论 及早进行内翻的功能锻炼,可使外翻分离的内踝骨折逐步复位,使踝关节功能早日恢复。     

骨盆骨折的手术治疗

目的 :探讨骨盆骨折各种手术方法的适应证及治疗效果。方法 :选择 3 2例骨盆骨折手术治疗病人 ,根据Tile’s分型及病人情况选择手术方法。多发伤、Tile’sB型早期 (平均 6.2h )行骨折闭合复位及外固定架固定 ,单纯骨盆骨折、Tile’sC型在伤后 5～ 7d行开放复位 ,用 3 .5～ 4.5mm重建钢板、拉力螺钉固定。结果 :本组 3 0例得到随访 ,平均随访 2 3 .4个月 ,骨折均愈合良好 ,肢体功能恢复良好。结论 :对于骨盆骨折 ,无论采取哪一种治疗方法 ,只要适应证选择得当 ,均能获得良好效果。     

肩胛骨骨折的手术治疗

目的探讨肩胛骨骨折的手术适应证与手术复位内固定的临床效果。方法自1998年2月至2003年6月，对一组26例经手术复位内固定治疗的肩胛骨骨折患者进行回顾性分析，骨折按Hardegger分型，肩胛体部骨折14处，肩胛颈部骨折12处，其中解剖颈骨折1处，外科颈骨折11处，肩胛冈骨折5处，肩峰骨折4处，肩胛盂窝骨折5处。手术入路采用肩胛骨外侧缘入路17例，肩关节后方入路9例。术后早期行功能锻炼。结果本组26例均获随访，随访时间为12～56个月，平均30．5个月。X线片显示，所有患者均在8～12周达到骨性愈合，平均9周。根据Hardeg—ger功能评定标准评定，优16例，良7例，可2例，差1例，优良率为88．5％。术后创伤性关节炎2例，异位骨化1例，无伤口感染和骨不连。结论手术治疗肩胛骨骨折恢复了肩关节的动力平衡和稳定性，是一种安全可靠的治疗方法．合理的运用手术入路和内固定方式，早期行功能锻炼，可取得满意的临床疗效。     

Pilon骨折三种不同治疗方法疗效探讨

目的探讨Pilon骨折的三种不同治疗方法临床适应证及其疗效评价。方法对2000年2月至2006年3月间治疗的63例Pilon骨折患者进行回顾性分析。其中开放性损伤15例，闭合性损伤48例。根据骨折类型与周围软组织损伤程度，分别采用三种不同治疗方法：跟骨牵引加小夹板固定组（29例）均为闭合性骨折，内固定组（23例），外固定器组（11例）。结果所有患者均获得随访，随访8～31个月（平均15．3个月），骨愈合时间8～14周，平均10周。按Helfet疗效评价标准，本组优良者57例（90．5％），其中Ⅰ型骨折优良者26例，Ⅱ型骨折优良者15例，Ⅲ型骨折优良者16例。结论根据骨折类型及软组织条件，恰当选择固定方法是取得Pilon骨折满意疗效的关键，可有效避免并发症的发生。     

动力跨关节型外固定架在不稳定性桡骨远端骨折中的应用

目的 探讨手法复位或辅以有限内固定结合动力跨关节型外固定架跨腕关节固定治疗不稳定性桡骨远端骨折的效果.方法 应用手法复位或辅以内固定结合动力跨关节型外固定架跨腕关节固定治疗35例不稳定性桡骨远端骨折,骨折愈合后拆除外固定架.结果 随访6～16个月,骨折愈合时间7～9周.最后一次随访时,按Cooney腕关节评分系统(包括疼痛、功能状况、腕关节活动度、握力):优18例,良14例,可1例,优良率为91.4%.结论 手法复位或辅以有限内固定结合动力跨关节型外固定架跨腕关节固定治疗桡骨远端骨折既能使骨折复位、固定满意,又有利于术后早期手和腕部的功能康复锻炼,是治疗不稳定性桡骨远端骨折的有效方法.     

腓骨内固定结合外固定治疗Pilon骨折

目的:评价腓骨内固定结合外固定治疗Pilon骨折的效果。方法:对23例采用腓骨内固定结合外固定治疗的Pilon骨折患者进行随访分析。结果:21例随访19～50个月,平均27.5个月,骨折均愈合。根据Baird-Jackson标准:优8例,良10例,可3例,优良率85.7％。结论:腓骨内固定结合外固定在Pilon骨折治疗中具有独特的价值和良好的结果。     

Ⅱ、Ⅲ型Pilon骨折的治疗策略

目的探讨治疗Ruedi—AllgowerⅡ、Ⅲ型Pilon骨折的治疗方法。方法采取切开复位内固定或有限切开内固定结合外固定的两种治疗方法治疗Pilon骨折42例。结果优20例，其中Ⅱ型12例，Ⅲ型8例；良16例，其中Ⅱ型4例，Ⅲ型12例；可5例，差1例，优良率85．7％。结论腓骨长度的恢复和解剖复位，胫骨远端关节面骨折的解剖复位，干骺端骨缺损松质骨植骨及尽可能的坚强固定，踝关节的早期活动是治疗Pilon骨折的关键。影响Pilon骨折疗效的因素，不仅是骨折的整复固定，更重要的是如何避免局部软组织的有关并发症。     

LISS钢板治疗股骨远端骨折疗效分析

目的总结LISS钢板内固定治疗股骨远端闭合性骨折的疗效。方法34例股骨远端骨折患者,按AO分型：A型19例,B型5例,C型10例。股骨髁间骨折12例,股骨髁上骨折22例,均行LISS钢板内固定。结果本组术后发生深部感染1例,经切开引流、抗感染及再次钢板固定治愈;并发膝外翻1例,于术后4个月进行翻修治愈。本组均获随访,平均15（10～34）个月,骨折平均愈合时间为4．5（3～10）个月。疗效评价按HSS膝关节评分：优26例,良4例,可2例,差2例;优良率为88．2％。结论LISS钢板内固定治疗股骨远端骨折可以获得令人满意的疗效。     

内外固定治疗不稳定性骨盆骨折18例报告

18例不稳定性骨盆骨折采用切开复位内固定或骨盆外固定器治疗,其中旋转不稳型10例,垂直不稳型8例.平均随访17个月,疗效满意.认为旋转不稳型骨盆骨折宜首选外固定器治疗,垂直不稳型骨盆骨折应争取解剖复位,为此必须采用切开复位内固定治疗.     

跟骨骨折治疗方法的疗效观察

目的比较跟骨骨折不同治疗方法的效果。方法88例96足跟骨骨折分成三组,分别应用撬拨复位石膏外固定、切开复位钢板内固定、可调节跟骨骨折外固定器治疗,术后从Bhler角的恢复、主观症状、并发症三个方面进行比较分析。结果可调节跟骨骨折外固定组在恢复Bhler角、术后主观症状改善、减少并发症方面优于撬拨复位石膏外固定组及切开复位内固定组。结论可调式跟骨骨折外固定器治疗跟骨骨折疗效优于撬拨组和内固定组。     

不同内固定方式对老年股骨粗隆间骨折全身情况的影响

目的探讨动力髋螺钉(DHS)、股骨近端防旋髓内钉(PFNA)及Inter Tan内固定对老年股骨粗隆间骨折全身情况的影响。方法笔者自2012-01—2013-12共诊治老年股骨粗隆间骨折189例,根据内固定方式分为DHS、PFNA、Inter Tan 3组,分别比较3组术中情况(麻醉方式、手术时间、失血量)、白细胞计数、血红蛋白、氧分压(PO2)、并发症、死亡率等。结果 3组麻醉方式、手术时间比较差异均无统计学意义(P0.05);Inter Tan组显性、隐性失血量及输血量均较DHS组和PFNA组多,差异有统计学意义(P0.05);3组术前白细胞计数差异不明显,术后均有不同程度升高,Inter Tan组术后1、3、5 d白细胞计数水平较其他2组明显升高,术后3 d差异有统计学意义(P0.05);3组术前血红蛋白水平差异不明显,术后均有不同程度下降,3组术后1、3 d血红蛋白水平差异均有统计学意义(P0.05);3组术前PO2差异无统计学意义,术后均有不同程度下降,术后1、3、5 d Inter Tan组下降最明显,其次为PFNA组,DHS组最高,差异有统计学意义(P0.05);术前谷丙转氨酶3组间差异无统计学意义(P0.05),3组术后1、3 d差异有统计学意义(P0.05);DHS组住院期间并发症6例,PFNA组8例,Inter Tan组14例,3组比较差异均无统计学意义(P0.05)。结论髓内及髓外固定均可对机体产生一定影响,髓内固定中的Inter Tan对失血量、白细胞计数、血红蛋白、PO2影响最大,但3种内固定方式对于总体结局(死亡及并发症)的影响差异不大。     

Perilunate fracture-dislocations of the wrist: comparison of temporary screw versus K-wire fixation

PURPOSE: Temporary intercarpal screw fixation has been suggested as an alternative to temporary K-wire fixation in the treatment of perilunate wrist dislocations. We compared the 2 treatment methods in 2 retrospective cohorts with a null hypothesis that there would be no difference in final wrist motion. METHODS: Eighteen patients with surgically treated perilunate wrist dislocations (9 treated with intercarpal screws, 9 with intercarpal K-wires) were evaluated an average of 44 months after injury. The intercarpal screws were removed an average of 5 months and the K-wires an average of 3 months after the initial procedure. Complications included 3 pin track infections (1 with wrist sepsis), 2 scaphoid nonunions (screw fixation), and 2 patients with loss of reduction (K-wire fixation) treated with repeat surgery. RESULTS: Four patients (2 in each cohort) had wrist arthrodesis with poor results. Among the 14 remaining patients the final flexion arc was 97 degrees for patients treated with screw fixation compared with 73 degrees for patients treated with K-wires. The mean grip strength was 74% (screw fixation) and 67% (K-wire) that of the uninjured arm. According to the Mayo Modified Wrist Score, the functional result was excellent in 1 patient (screw), good in 2 patients (1 each group), fair in 6 patients (3 in each group), and poor in 9 patients (4 screws, 5 K-wire). Seven patients (2 screws, 5 K-wires) had grade 2 or 3 midcarpal arthritis according to the criteria of Knirk and Jupiter, but none had more than mild radiocarpal arthritis. CONCLUSIONS: The results of treatment with temporary screws are comparable to the results of treatment with temporary K-wires. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Therapeutic III.     

Supplemental Tibial Fixation for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

This report describes transosseous backup suture fixation for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) grafts of all varieties, used to distally augment proximal screw fixation in the tibia. Using a simple suture configuration, this method secures the ACL graft to the tibial cortex in conjunction with a proximal interference screw. The technique is applicable for all graft configurations, including allograft, autograft, bone, and both 2- and 4-strand soft-tissue grafts. The described technique is intended to be used for secondary or backup fixation of the graft in the tibial tunnel and not as primary fixation. This construct can be reproducibly created, making use of the sutures that are typically present on the graft after the interference screw is placed. This technique for backup tibial fixation precludes the need for external hardware, which in many instances may be symptomatically proud. Furthermore, use of this technique may represent a potential cost savings because no additional devices or equipment is used or purchased. This technique is simple, fast, and inexpensive, making use of available constructs to enhance the security of graft fixation during ACL reconstruction.     

Pilon骨折20例手术治疗体会

目的 探讨Pilon骨折的手术方法及手术时机的选择.方法 回顾性分析根据骨折分型和软组织损伤程度应用不同内固定方法手术治疗的20例Pilon骨折病例.结果 所有病例临床观察平均18个月,均骨性愈合,Ruediand-Allgawer Ⅰ型优良率为100%,Ⅱ性型优良率为80%,Ⅲ型优良率67%.结论 根据患者年龄、全身状况,骨折及关节面软骨、软组织损伤程度等不同因素,选择适宜手术方法及手术时机治疗Pilon骨折,疗效满意.     

DHS结合粗隆部截骨治疗股骨转子间骨折术后髋内翻畸形

目的探讨动力髋螺钉（dynamic hip screw,DHS）结合粗隆部截骨治疗转子间骨折术后髋内翻畸形效果。方法回顾分析7例转子间骨折术后发生髋内翻畸形患者,均行DHS内固定加转子下截骨,术后给予早期功能锻炼。结果均获随访,时间2个月~2.5年。疗效评价：优6例,良1例,优良率100%。结论DHS结合粗隆部截骨在治疗转子间骨折术后髋内翻畸形显示出明显优越性。