尺骨截骨矫形关节囊松解紧缩治疗儿童陈旧性孟氏骨折

目的 :探讨儿童陈旧性孟氏骨折的手术治疗经验及治疗效果。方法 :自2013年1月至2017年12月治疗32例陈旧性孟氏骨折,男18例,女14例;年龄2~9(5.3±1.2)岁;均无桡神经损伤症状。患者术前症状为肘关节疼痛、畸形,屈伸及前臂旋转受限,X线示尺骨畸形愈合或呈"弓形征",桡骨头脱位或半脱位。术中作尺骨脊后方切口,在尺骨成角畸形最明显处行额状面长斜形截骨,然后采用Boyd切口显露肱桡关节及上尺桡关节,清理关节内的瘢痕组织,复位桡骨头,并在维持肘关节稳定的前提下,对尺骨截骨处进行处理,予钢板螺钉内固定。结果:32例患儿均随访,时间12~24个月,平均14.8个月,其中1例患儿出现术口感染。根据Mackay评定标准:32例患儿术后均无肘、腕关节疼痛症状,29例患儿肘关节屈伸活动度(130±5)°/0°,前臂旋前旋后活动度90°/(85±5)°;2例患儿肘关节屈伸活动度(119°/8°,121°/7°),前臂旋前旋后活动度(90°/75°,85°/60°);1例患者肘关节屈伸活动度90°/10°,前臂旋前旋后活动度80°/60°。优29例,良2例,中1例。结论:尺骨截骨矫形、肘关节后关节囊松解、前关节囊紧缩是治疗儿童陈旧性孟氏骨折的有效方法。     

Surgery about the elbow for brachial palsy

The results of surgical procedures performed on 21 children to improve their elbow function were reviewed. Five flexor-plasties were performed in children with weak elbow flexors. In five patients with anterior dislocations of the radial head and supination contractures, transfers of the biceps to the ulna were performed. In eight patients with supination contractures and located radial heads, turnabout transfers to make the biceps a pronator were performed. Four of the five children with flexor-plasties had significant functional gains. All five biceps to ulna transfers had increased ability to flex without the necessity of supinating. The eight patients who had the turnabout procedure of the biceps had excellent flexion with the ability to pronate the forearm.     

Muscle forces and pronation stabilize the lateral ligament deficient elbow.

The influence of muscle activity and forearm position on the stability of the lateral collateral ligament deficient elbow was investigated in vitro, using a custom testing apparatus to simulate active and passive elbow flexion. Rotation of the ulna relative to the humerus was measured before and after sectioning of the joint capsule, and the radial and lateral ulnar collateral ligaments from the lateral epicondyle. Gross instability was present after lateral collateral ligament transection during passive elbow flexion with the arm in the varus orientation. In the vertical orientation during passive elbow flexion, stability of the lateral collateral ligament deficient elbow was similar to the intact elbow with the forearm held in pronation, but not similar to the intact elbow when maintained in supination. This instability with the forearm supinated was reduced significantly when simulated active flexion was done. The stabilizing effect of muscle activity suggests physical therapy of the lateral collateral ligament deficient elbow should focus on active rather than passive mobilization, while avoiding shoulder abduction to minimize varus elbow stress. Passive mobilization should be done with the forearm maintained in pronation.     

“Sliding angulation osteotomy”: preliminary report of a novel technique of treatment for chronic radial head dislocation following missed Monteggia injuries

Purpose

Neglected anterior radial head dislocation in type I Monteggia lesions leads to restriction of movement, deformity and instability of the affected elbow. If left untreated this leads to a painful arthritic elbow due to secondary degenerative changes. This is a difficult problem to manage and many intra-articular, extra-articular and combined procedures have been described with variable results. We report a new technique of sliding angulation osteotomy for this condition, which allows both lengthening and angulation of the ulna.

Methods

A novel technique of sliding angulation osteotomy of the proximal ulna was done to achieve reduction of the radial head. Four patients with persistent anterior radial head dislocation were treated at our institution with this technique.

Results

All of them had good clinical and radiological outcomes at final follow-up.

Conclusions

Sliding angulation osteotomy is a technically simple procedure, which achieves lengthening and angulation of the ulna simultaneously in the sagittal plane and reduces the radial head.     

Variability and repeatability of the flexion axis at the ulnohumeral joint.

Previous investigations have implemented screw displacement axes (SDAs) to define the elbow flexion axis for proper positioning of dynamic external fixators and endoprostheses. However, results across studies vary, which may be attributed to forearm position (pronation-supination) during elbow motion, or the mode of loading (active/passive) employed to generate flexion. Therefore, the aim of this study was to determine the influence of the flexion mode employed and forearm position on individual variation and repeatability of SDAs throughout elbow flexion. With the forearm pronated, the location of the average SDA was similar whether elbow flexion was generated actively or passively. In contrast, with the forearm supinated, the average SDA was 2.4 degrees and 1.4 degrees more valgus (p<0.001) and internally rotated (p<0.001), respectively, and positioned 1.6 and 0.8 mm further proximally (p=0.002) and anteriorly (p=0.005) relative to the capitellum, respectively, during active compared to passive flexion. During active flexion, the location of the average SDA was independent of forearm position. Conversely, during passive flexion, the average SDA angle was 3.4 degrees and 1.0 degrees more valgus (p<0.001) and internally rotated (p=0.009), respectively, and 1.7 and 0.7 mm more proximal (p<0.001) and anterior (p=0.001) relative to the capitellum, respectively, with the forearm held pronated rather than supinated. SDAs calculated throughout flexion deviated from the average SDA in both orientation and position, demonstrating that elbow flexion behaves similar to a loose hinge joint. These factors suggest that to encompass the location of all SDAs throughout flexion, and therefore properly mimic normal elbow joint motion, an endoprosthesis should be modeled similar to a "loose" rather than "pure" hinge joint. This would allow for dependencies of SDA angulation on forearm position and muscle activation, and slight freedom of movement to account for variances in SDA location. These factors should also be considered during soft-tissue reconstructions.     

Management of inveterate Monteggia-injuries (role of the interosseous membrane)]

Authors give a literary review of the pathomorphology and distribution of the Monteggia injuries. The necessity of the correct reduction of the ulna and the role of the interosseous membrane, the strength of which is able alone to eliminate the luxation of the radial head and to keep it on its proper place, are underlined and stressed. With the demonstration of a 9 week old injury it is proven: it is possible to restore the severely damaged elbow function with an adequate operative treatment.     

尺骨截骨钢板内固定治疗儿童陈旧性桡骨头前脱位

目的：探讨尺骨截骨内固定手术治疗儿童桡骨头陈旧性前脱位的临床疗效。方法：2004年1月至2010年1月,采用切开复位桡骨头、尺骨上段截骨内固定治疗18例陈旧性桡骨头前脱位患者。其中男12例,女6例;年龄3～15岁,平均（6.9±1.3）岁;受伤至手术时间为5～65个月,平均（24.0±5.5）个月。所有患者术前均有肘关节屈伸活动和前臂旋转活动受限,但均无桡神经损伤,桡骨头无明显变形。结果：所有患者伤口均Ⅰ期愈合,未发生骨不连、桡骨头再脱位及神经损伤等并发症。所有患者均获随访,时间9～38个月,平均（17.0±4.5）个月;骨折愈合时间2.3～3.9个月,平均（2.8±0.5）个月。术后肘关节屈曲活动及前臂的旋转活动较术前明显改善。根据朱玉奎等评定标准,优14例,良3例,可1例。结论：尺骨截骨内固定治疗儿童陈旧性桡骨头前脱位疗效满意,可以有效地改善肘关节屈伸及前臂旋转的功能,防止桡骨头再次脱位。     

Luxationsfrakturen des Unterarms

Combined forearm fractures are identified according to their location as Galeazzi, Monteggia, or Essex-Lopresti injuries. The feature common to these three forms is the combination of a forearm fracture with instability of the distal or proximal radioulnar joint. Appropriate management of the injury at an early stage is indispensable to achieve good functional results. Galeazzi fractures should initially be treated by open reduction and correct anatomy restored by plate osteosynthesis. Fixation of the distal radioulnar joint with Kirschner wires should be performed in cases of persistent dislocation or instability and limited to 6 weeks. Monteggia fractures should be surgically approached, taking care not to overlook possible additional injuries (radial head, coronoid process). Essex-Lopresti injuries are treated by surgical reconstruction of the radial head, and in cases of comminuted fractures by implanting a radial head prosthesis. Subsequent treatment entails at least 14 days immobilization in a supinated position using an upper arm cast. Early functional therapy should follow when all three forms of injuries have been treated.     

Chronic Monteggia fractures in children: outcome after treatment with the Bell-Tawse procedure

Late recognition of Monteggia fracture-dislocations of the elbow continues to pose a treatment challenge. The 15 children in our series with such chronic injuries were all treated with the modified Bell-Tawse annular ligament reconstruction. At an average follow-up of 30 months, all regained flexion-extension arcs in the functional range and no nerve palsies were noted. Some loss of pronation and supination was common, but none had activity restrictions or functional deficits. Four children had recurrent, asymptomatic radial head subluxation; measuring 3-4 mm in the anterior direction. We recommend that late annular ligament reconstruction be considered for most chronic Monteggia fractures to improve long-term function and prevent the need for late excision of the painful, chronically dislocated radial head.     

Monteggia Fractures in Childhood—Diagnosis and Management in Acute and Chronic Cases Current Concepts and Review of the Literature

Monteggia fractures are rare injuries. Early recognition is crucial in order to achieve good functional results. In the presented review paper it is pointed out that any fracture or angulation of the ulna should thoroughly be checked for any incomplete or complete dislocation of the radial head. Adequate clinical examination and radiologic evaluation are mandatory. The aim of treatment must be repositioning and retention of the radial head and restoration of the ulnar alignment. During the last years, surgical treatment has become more important for achieving good functional results and foar avoiding secondary corrective surgery. For the majority of acute Monteggia lesions, immediate repositioning maneuvers with surgical stabilization of the ulna (elastic nailing techniques) under general anesthesia are indicated. Cast immobilization is of short duration; physical therapy is normally not necessary. Treatment of missed Monteggia lesions or chronic radial head dislocations is more difficult. Nevertheless, newer surgical techniques for secondary operative correction of ulnar malalignment are promising.     

Percutaneous reduction and flexible intramedullary nailing for monteggia fracture in a skeletally mature patient

INTRODUCTION

Monteggia lesions are defined as a fracture of the proximal ulna with an associated radial head dislocation. Management of these injuries varies depending upon the patient population, ranging from non-operative treatment with closed reduction and immobilization to surgical fixation. Percutaneous techniques of radial head reduction are often reserved for skeletally immature patients.

PRESENTATION OF CASE

In this case report, a 14-year-old female presented with left elbow pain three days after a fall. Radiographs and CT images from an outside hospital revealed a displaced left radial head fracture and a non-displaced proximal olecranon fracture, consistent with a Monteggia equivalent fracture. The patient underwent percutaneous reduction and internal fixation of the radial head with a flexible intramedullary nail (Metaizeau technique), and open reduction and internal fixation of the olecranon. She developed a 25 degree left elbow flexion contracture and, five months after her index procedure, underwent arthroscopic release and removal of hardware. The radial head reduction was near anatomic and she regained full extension.

DISCUSSION

This report demonstrates that percutaneous reduction with intramedullary nailing and fixation techniques can be performed successfully in skeletally mature patients.

CONCLUSION

Given their less invasive nature, we recommend attempting percutaneous interventions in some skeletally mature individuals for fracture reduction and fixation.     

Rehabilitation of the medial collateral ligament-deficient elbow: an in vitro biomechanical study

The purpose of this study was to determine the relative contribution of muscle activity and the effect of forearm position on the stability of the medial collateral ligament (MCL)-deficient elbow. Simulated active and passive elbow flexion with the forearm in both supination and pronation was performed using a custom elbow testing apparatus. Testing was first performed on intact specimens, then on MCL-deficient specimens. Elbow instability was quantified using an electromagnetic tracking device by measuring internal-external rotation and varus-valgus laxity of the ulna relative to the humerus. Compared with the intact elbow, transection of the MCL, with the arm in a vertical orientation, caused a significant increase in internal-external rotation during passive elbow flexion with the forearm in pronation, but forearm supination reduced this instability. Overall, following MCL transection the elbow was more stable with the forearm in supination than pronation during passive flexion. In the pronated forearm position simulated active flexion also reduced the instability detected during passive flexion, with the arm in a varus and valgus gravity-loaded orientation. The maximum varus-valgus laxity was significantly increased with MCL transection regardless of forearm position during passive flexion. We concluded that active mobilization of the elbow with the arm in vertical orientation during rehabilitation is safe in the setting of an MCL-deficient elbow with the forearm in a fully supinated and pronated position. Splinting and passive mobilization of the MCL-deficient elbow with the forearm in supination should minimize instability and valgus elbow stresses should be avoided throughout the rehabilitation period.     

A Monteggia variant associated with unusual fracture of radial head in a young child: A case report

IntroductionMonteggia fracture and its variants are not common among children but may be challenging and lead to serious complications if not treated in acute stage. The different types of associated growth plate fractures of proximal radius are not yet clearly defined in any variant classifications.Presentation of caseA 6-year-old girl was brought to the emergency room after a fall on the left elbow. The plain radiographs showed unstable fracture of proximal ulna with a laterally displaced and comminuted radial head fracture. The patient was treated surgically as a case of a Monteggia variant. The case has been re-evaluated twenty months following the surgery and did not show any radiological signs of growth disturbance nor residual deformity.DiscussionThe presented Monteggia variant is rare in terms of associated unique intra-articular fracture of proximal radius. The successful management of the case is based on adhering to the principles of treatment of Monteggia fractures.ConclusionEarly recognition of unusual Monteggia variant patterns is crucial to avoid delay in treatment. Adherence to the principles of surgical management in unstable variants is encouraged.     

Posterior interosseous nerve palsy associated with neglected pediatric Monteggia fracture-dislocation: A case report

IntroductionThe main goal of the treatment is the anatomical reduction of the ulna fracture and the radial head dislocation in acute and chronic Monteggia cases. Acute pediatric Monteggia lesions are generally treated non-surgically; however, the treatment of chronic Monteggia is challenging. The aim of this article is to share our experiences about treatment of neglected Monteggia lesion.Presentation of caseA 6-year-old girl who underwent a surgery in our clinic for a missed Bado type-III Monteggia fracture-dislocation of the right elbow with concomitant posterior interosseous nerve (PIN) palsy, which resolved spontaneously after the operation. The operation consisted of open reduction of the radial head, transverse ulnar osteotomy and fixation with an intramedullary Kirchner wire, and annular ligament repair without exploring PIN. The patient was seen in routine follow-up periods until the postoperative first year using plain radiographies. At 16th week follow-up, all functions of the PIN were returned. At first-year follow-up, full range of elbow motion was observed; plain radiographies showed radiocapitellar joint congruency, and Mayo Elbow Performance Index was one hundred.DiscussionTreatment planning for chronic, neglected or missed Monteggia fractures is challenging. There is no consensus about the definitive treatment in the literature.ConclusionWe recommend anatomic and stable restoration of radiocapitellar joint by correcting ulna deformity. Radiocapitellar fixation and PIN exploration may not be necessary in all neglected Monteggia lesions.     

Persistent Posterior Interosseous Nerve Palsy Associated with a Chronic Type I Monteggia Fracture-Dislocation in a Child: A Case Report and Review of the Literature

We present a rare case of persistent complete posterior interosseous nerve palsy associated with a chronic type I Monteggia elbow fracture-dislocation consisting of anterior dislocation of the radial head and malunion of the ulna in an 8-year-old child requiring surgical treatment. Posterior interosseous nerve neuropraxia following acute Monteggia injury patterns about the elbow has been described and is thought to be secondary to traction or direct trauma. The condition typically resolves following successful closed reduction of the radial head. This report describes combined treatment of the nerve and skeletal injury for the chronic type I Monteggia injury. The literature is reviewed, and diagnostic challenges with and treatment options for chronic Monteggia fracture-dislocations in children are discussed.     

ARM: a modular hinged joint for the AO tubular external fixator

Certain complex traumatic elbow lesions challenge the orthopaedic and trauma surgeon. If they are not treated correctly, they cause a high rate of disability, arising from elbow instablility and stiffness, either by fibrosis or joint incongruity. Injuries such as complex fractures of the proximal third of the ulna, coronoid fractures associated with radial head fractures (the "terrible triad"), are even worse if they are accompanied by soft tissue lesions. Hinged external fixators, complemented by other surgical procedures, are, for many, a recommended alternative when dealing with irreparable lesions. The AO tubular external fixator, by virtue of its versatility, is a very important tool in orthopaedics and trauma, but there is not the possibility of using it as a hinged fixator. The authors describe a prototype of a hinged joint that can be applied easily to the AO tubular external fixator, converting it into a hinged one. This hinged joint, in conjunction with the AO tubular external fixator, has been applied in 5 patients; 2 "terrible triads", one posterior elbow fracture-dislocation with radial head fracture, one Monteggia fracture-dislocation and an anterior elbow dislocation that developed a forearm compartment syndrome. The patients' age range was between 20 and 72 years (median 45,6); 4 were male and 1 female. In 3 patients, either a type III coronoid fracture or a radial head fracture, could not be repaired. One radial head was totally removed and another one partially removed. The remaining indications were because of severe soft tissue lesions. Results were evaluated using the Mayo Elbow Score Scale and the Broberg and Morrey radiographic evaluation scale. The median follow up was 18 months(range 6 to 48 months). All 5 patients got a maximum score of 100 points in the Mayo's Elbow Score Scale, indicating excellent results. No patient suffered elbow pain, or any type of elbow instability. The median range of motion in flexion was of 127.5 degrees (max. 140 degrees and min. 120 degrees ) and the median extension loss was 20 degrees (max. 25 degrees and min. 15 degrees ). One patient had pronation limited to 70 degrees and one had supination limited to 70 degrees . Every patient was able to resume a normal daily life activity and returned to normal work. In 3 patients the radiographic evaluation was Grade 0 and in the other 2, Grade I. Two complications occurred, one was a distal ulnar Schanz screw loosening with osteolysis and the other was a superficial infection of one Schanz screw. It can be concluded that good results can be obtained in injuries with severe elbow instability and soft tissue lesions, using this hinged external fixator. With this new clamp, the AO tubular external fixator is transformed into a hinged one and a new use is added to this already very versatile system. This clamp is very easy to apply.     

Overhead arm positioning in the rehabilitation of elbow dislocations: An in vitro biomechanical study

Study DesignIn vitro biomechanical study.IntroductionElbow stiffness is a common complication following elbow dislocation. Overhead exercises have been proposed to initiate early motion to reduce stiffness through employing gravity to stabilize the elbow. The implications of this position with regard to elbow kinematics after dislocation have not been reported.Purpose of the StudyTo determine the influence of the overhead position on elbow stability following combined medial and lateral collateral ligament (MCL and LCL) injuries.MethodsPassive and simulated active extension were performed on 11 cadaveric elbows with the arm in the overhead, dependent, and horizontal positions and with the forearm in pronation, neutral, and supination. Internal-external rotation (IER) and varus-valgus angulation (VVA) of the ulnohumeral joint were assessed for the intact elbow and after simulated MCL-LCL injury. Repeated-measures analyses of variance were conducted to analyze the effects of elbow state, arm position, forearm rotation, and extension angle.ResultsDuring passive extension with the arm overhead, the pronated position resulted in more internal rotation than supination (-2.6 ± 0.7°, P = .03). There was no effect of forearm rotation on VVA. The overhead position increased internal rotation relative to the dependent position when the forearm was neutral (-8.5 ± 2.5°, P = .04) and relative to the horizontal position when the forearm was supinated (-12.7 ± 2.2°, P= .02). During active extension, pronation increased valgus angle compared to the neutral (+1.2 ± 0.3°, P= .04) and supinated (+1.5 ± 0.4°, P= .03) positions, but did not affect IER. There was no difference between active and passive motion with the arm overhead (P > .05).DiscussionMovement of the injured elbow in the overhead position most closely replicated kinematics of the intact elbow compared to the other arm positions.ConclusionsOverhead elbow extension results in similar kinematics between an intact elbow and an elbow with MCL and LCL tears. As such, therapists might consider early motion in this position to reduce the risk of elbow stiffness after dislocation.     

A new approach for surgical treatment of chronic Monteggia fracture in children

PurposeThe aim of the study was to investigate the clinical outcomes of a combined anterior and posterior approach for the surgical treatment of chronic Monteggia fractures in children.Materials and methodsFrom November 2010 to January 2018, 33 patients (27 boys and 6 girls) with chronic Monteggia fracture who were treated surgically by one surgeon of our department were retrospectively analyzed. In the surgical procedure, open reduction and excision of fibrous scar were performed with the anterior Henry’s approach, while ulnar osteotomy was carried out with a posterior approach. In cases of unstable radial head reduction, a trans-capitellar K wire was applied. Repair or reconstruction of the annular ligament (ALR) was not undertaken.ResultsThe average follow-up of the patients was 33.8 months (range 8–87 months). At the last follow-up, Mayor Score and function of flexion and extension showed significant improvement compared to preoperative condition (p < 0.05). Two patients with palsy of the deep branch of the radial nerve with neurolysis recovered to normal over a 3-month follow-up. Redislocation occurred in two patients while subluxation occurred in one. One patient suffered a mild ischemic contracture but gradually recovered. Other severe complications, nerve injuries, heterotopic ossification, or synostosis, were not noted in the follow-up.ConclusionA combined anterior and posterior approach for surgery resulted in a satisfactory outcome due to the advantages of better exposure, more convenient intraoperative management, and facilitate for radial nerve exploration. Our study provided a new approach for the surgery of chronic Monteggia fractures.     

改良Ilizarov技术治疗成人桡骨头前脱位

目的：探讨应用改良Ilizarov技术治疗成人桡骨头前脱位的疗效。方法对6例成人桡骨头前脱位,按设计将改良后的三组 Ilizarov 环安放在患肢前臂背侧,距尺骨鹰嘴5.0 cm处行尺骨横行截骨,然后沿其纵轴延长,达适宜长度后,再将尺骨向后成角延长,桡骨头即缓慢复位。结果术后平均随访8个月（3～10个月）,桡骨头复位良好稳定;肘关节伸屈活动基本正常,前臂旋前达90＆#176;,旋后较术前有明显改善,平均55＆#176;;尺骨延长部位全部骨性愈合。其中1例出现个别钉道表浅感染,经处理痊愈。结论应用改良Ilizarov技术治疗成人桡骨头前脱位操作简单,创伤小,不干扰肱桡关节,改良环固定牢靠,复位桡骨头稳定而且肘关节伸屈和前臂旋转功能恢复满意,是临床值得推广的治疗方法。     

Bipolar dislocation of the forearm

The authors report the case of a 23 year old patient, who presented the following combination of injuries after a fall, namely a divergent dislocation of the elbow, a fracture of the radial head, a fracture of the ulna and a perilunate dislocation with scaphoid fracture. The entire injury thus represented a bipolar dislocation of the forearm. The emergency management consisted of a closed reduction of the elbow together with osteosynthesis of the ulna, internal fixation of the scaphoid with a compression screw, and scaphocapitate K wiring. After 26 months, the function of the elbow was satisfactory, and the range of motion of the wrist was from 50 degrees of flexion to 40 degrees of extension. Satisfactory healing of the scaphoid was observed. This combination of injuries has only rarely been reported in the literature.