Factors influencing survival of reconstructions. Consensus report of Working Group 2

Abstract: In order to evaluate the level of evidence of factors influencing the survival of reconstructions, systematic reviews of the relevant literature were prepared by a group of rapporteurs. The review papers were circulated to the members of the group before the conference and formed the basis for group and panel discussions. Subsequently, modifications were added to the review papers, and suggestions for consensus statements concerning the following topics were prepared and again critically reviewed in the group and in the plenum: Impact of (i) periodontal disease on the survival of tooth-supported reconstructions, (ii) post-surgical factors as supportive therapy on the survival of implant supported reconstructions, (iii) technical and/or biological complications on the survival of different types of reconstructions, (iiii) material choice for reconstructions on the survival of single crowns and fixed dental prostheses.     

Bone levels of cephradine and cefuroxime after intravenous administration in patients undergoing total hip replacement

Summary A randomised, comparative study is reported of single intravenous doses of cephradine 2 g or cefuroxime 1.5 g given as prophylactic cover for total hip replacements in 40 patients. The serum and bone levels of cephalosporin achieved were higher in the cephradine treated group in proportion to the higher dose employed. Both agents provided adequate bone levels on average, cephradine 25.34 mcg/g, cefuroxime 17.39 mcg/g, although bone penetration was more variable with cefuroxime.

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Résumé Dans cette étude comparative randomisée, 40 patients ont reçu une dose intraveineuse unique de 2 g de céphradine ou de 1,5 g de céfuroxime en tant que couverture prophylactique d'arthroplastie totale de hanche. Les concentrations sériques et osseuses de céphalosporine ont été plus élevées dans le groupe traité par la céphradine, en rapport avec l'utilisation d'une dose plus importante. Des concentrations osseuses adéquates ont été obtenues en moyenne avec les deux produits (25,34 mcg/g avec la céphradine et 17,39 mcg/g avec le céfuroxime) bien que la pénétration osseuse ait été plus variable avec le céfuroxime.

     

Hip Arthroscopy Without a Perineal Post: A Safer Technique for Hip Distraction

Pudendal nerve palsy is a reported complication of hip arthroscopy. We report a technique using a deflated taped beanbag rather than a perineal post. The patient is placed in the supine or lateral position on a fracture table. The beanbag is contoured around the patient’s flank and thorax. The distal aspect of the beanbag is placed no further than the iliac crest, and care is taken to avoid compression of the posterior aspect of the axillary region or the posterior humerus. The molded beanbag is deflated, a blanket is positioned over the abdomen and lower thorax, and with the use of 3-in-wide cloth tape, the patient and beanbag are secured to the operative table circumferentially. The superior margin of the deflated beanbag remains firm, preventing compression of the thorax and avoiding compromised ventilation. The arm on the operative side is placed across the chest and secured to avoid obstruction of the operative field. This patient positioning provides sufficient stability for adequate traction and good visualization while minimizing the risk of a pudendal nerve palsy.     

Arthroscopic Chondral Cyst Excision in a Stiff Perthes’ Hip

Persistent hip stiffness in Perthes’ disease indicates a poor prognosis and is a therapeutic challenge. We report a case of a 13-year-old boy with a stiff Perthes’ hip that was nonresponsive to prolonged nonsurgical treatment. Imaging revealed Catterall group IV Perthes’ disease in an advanced reossification stage, with a focal defect in the weight-bearing area of the capital femoral epiphysis. A focal, compressible chondral elevation was detected on hip arthroscopy; on incision, flocculent fluid was released. After the cyst was excised, microfracture revascularization of the chondral defect was undertaken. Postoperatively, the patient had immediate pain relief, correction of deformity, and restoration of painless range of motion; this has continued for 4 years since surgery was performed. Persistence of an unhealed necrotic segment in Perthes’ disease has traditionally been associated with osteochondritis dissecans; however, in this case, the unhealed and nonossified segment produced an elevated painful chondral cyst that caused spasm and stiffness of the hip. Although 2 distinct types of chondral lesions have been described in Perthes’ disease, stiffness arising because of these lesions has not been reported. Patients with this unusual third type of chondral lesion of the capital femoral epiphysis, which causes persistent stiffness in Perthes’ hip, may be identified and successfully treated with the use of arthroscopic techniques.     

C型骨盆骨折合并髋关节中心性脱位的手术治疗

目的:研究C型骨盆骨折合并髋关节中心性脱位的临床疗效。方法:13例患者中男8例,女5例;年龄23～65岁,平均36.5岁。骨盆骨折分型:C1型8例,C2型3例,C3型2例。髋臼“T”形骨折2例,粉碎性骨折9例,双柱骨折2例。均采用手术治疗,术前术后均采用股骨髁上牵引,术中采用髂腹股沟入路,必要时附加患髋后外侧切口,术中采用重建钢板固定。结果:本组随访时间6～28个月,平均13.4个月。髋臼骨折复位后残存移位:0～1mm9例,2～3mm2例,4～5mm2例,无>5mm者。髂骨骨折复位后各向残存移位:0～1mm9例,2～5mm3例,>5mm1例。3例原发性坐骨神经损伤的患者,术后3个月内其感觉、运动功能全部获得恢复。1例继发性坐骨神经损伤,术后6个月恢复。异位骨化2例,股骨头坏死、髋臼及股骨头软骨坏死、髋关节创伤性关节炎5例,患者关节疼痛、活动受限,影响功能。疗效综合评定:优8例,良1例,可2例,差2例。结论:C型骨盆骨折合并髋关节中心性脱位通过手术治疗,能够最大程度恢复其解剖结构,术后关节功能恢复较好。     

踝关节病的人工踝关节置换

[目的]探讨人工踝关节置换治疗踝关节病的疗效。[方法]对1999~2004年1月的18例患者包括骨性踝关节炎6例,创伤性踝关节炎9例,局限性距骨缺血坏死2例,踝关节融合后1例,均采用L ink STAR假体3构件套进行人工踝关节置换。18例中,男13例,女5例;平均年龄47.7岁(38~67)。[结果]随访平均3 a 9个月(1~5 a)。按Kofoed评价系统观察疗效,优(85~100)16例,良(75~84)2例,无可(70~74)和差(<70)。患足背屈平均8°(范围6°~12°),跖屈12°(范围8°~16°),背屈和跖屈平均16°(11°~23°)。并发症有切口皮缘坏死2例,无足内、外翻和影像学松动。[结论]人工踝关节置换是治疗和替代踝关节多种疾患疼痛和需要融合的良好方法。     

Voice prosthesis insertion after endoscopic balloon-catheter dilatation in case of a stenotic hypopharyngo-oesophageal junction

Stenosis of the hypopharyngo-oesophageal junction can be a rare complication of laryngectomy and/or partial pharyngectomy and makes the insertion of voice prosthesis extremely difficult. This study describes the authors’ experiences gained by endoscopic balloon-catheter dilatation of hypopharyngo-oesophageal stenoses prior to implantation of voice prostheses in four cases. In two patients a single balloon-catheter dilatation resulted in wide enough pharyngo-oesophageal lumen on the long run. The average prosthesis wearing-times were 6.8 months in case 1 and 4.6 months in case 2, corresponding to the published literature data. In case 3, repeated dilatation of the pharyngo-oesophageal transition had proved to be unsuccessful despite taking every effort with the endoscopic balloon-catheter method. Having excised the stenotic segment, reconstruction with pectoralis major myocutaneous flap (PMMF) was indicated. Eighteen months later, a repeated restenosis was observed and a free jejunal flap needed to be performed as a final solution. In case 4, the insertion was carried out into a previously dilated jejunal free flap, which became gradually ischemic and stenotic since the major head-and neck procedure was carried out that resulted in prosthesis rejection after just 1 week. The authors emphasize that correct indication of pedicled and free flaps in head and neck reconstruction is a prerequisite from the aspect of prevention of pharyngo-oesophageal strictures. Endoscopic balloon-catheter dilatation is a safe and established method for dilatating hypopharyngo-oesophageal stenoses of different origin. The procedure provides maximum patient benefit with minimal trauma and morbidity; moreover, facilitates insertion of voice prostheses. However, a single balloon-catheter dilatation cannot always result in wide enough oesophageal lumen on the long run (case 3). Insertion of a voice prosthesis into a previously dilated ischemic jejunal segment is challenging and avoidable due to risks of complications.     

血栓前体蛋白与心脏瓣膜置换术后的抗凝监测

目的：探讨血栓前体蛋白(TPP)在心脏机械瓣膜置换术后抗凝治疗监测中的意义，及制定术后抗凝治疗的合理方案。方法：比较抗凝组(60例)和对照组(20例)的国际标准化比率(INR)、TPP，并比较抗凝组中有、无房颤的病人华法林用量、INR和TPP，对抗凝组病人TPP和INR的关系作一元线性回归分析，比较各组的INR和血浆TPP浓度。结果：抗凝组与对照组相比，TPP低、INR高。抗凝组有房颤者的血浆TPP浓度高于窦性心律者。线性回归分析结果表明，TPP和INR无明显相关性。出血病人的血浆TPP浓度明显低于正常高限(6μg／ml)。结论：TPP是心脏机械瓣置换术后抗凝治疗理想的辅助监测指标。术后有房颤心律者的血栓栓塞危险性增加。抗凝治疗应同时检测INR和TPP。