We assessed the clinical and radiographic outcomes of posterior inferior tibiofibular ligament (PITFL) release to achieve anatomic reduction of posterior malleolar fractures (PMFs). Nineteen PMFs (>25% of tibial plafond) that could not be reduced after anatomic reduction of distal fibula fractures were managed by PITFL release. The syndesmosis was stressed intraoperatively and by 2 surgeons unaware of the postoperative measurements to increase reliability. The pre- and postoperative fracture gaps and articular step-offs were measured on lateral radiographs of all patients and computed tomography (CT) scans of 12. Tibiofibular clear space and overlap measures at the final follow-up visit were used to evaluate postoperative syndesmotic stability. Postoperative function was assessed using the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) scale score. The mean pre- and postoperative fracture gap and step-off of the PMFs was 4.9?mm and 0.4?mm and 2.8?mm and 0.4?mm, respectively. On CT scan, the mean pre- and postoperative fracture gap and step-off was 5.2?mm and 0.5?mm and 3.3?mm and 0.6?mm, respectively. The preoperative and final follow-up tibiofibular clear space and overlap did not differ significantly. The mean follow-up period was 26.7 months, and the mean AOFAS scale score was 90.6 points at the final follow-up. Direct visualization and reduction of PMFs through PITFL release led to satisfactory clinical and radiographic outcomes without causing ankle instability. 相似文献
The purpose of the present study was to quantify the learning curve for arthroscopic os trigonum excision using the log-linear model. Twenty-three consecutive feet underwent arthroscopic os trigonum excision and release of the flexor hallucis longus. The required time from the beginning of shaving of the soft tissue until completion of os trigonum excision and release of the flexor hallucis longus (van Dijk time) was recorded. Regression analysis was applied to predict the required time on the basis of the cumulative case volume after logarithmic transformation of both statistics. The mean required time was 35.2 (range 9 to 90) minutes. After logarithmic transformation, a significant linear correlation was observed between the required time and the cumulative case volume (p?=?.0043). The best-fit linear equation was calculated as log (y, estimated required time)? = ?0.41 log (x, case volume) + 1.86, resulting in an estimated learning rate of 75.3% (= 2?0.41). The results showed an overall time reduction in arthroscopic os trigonum excision in support of a learning curve effect with an ~75% learning rate, indicating that the required time for arthroscopic os trigonum excision can decrease by ≤25% when the cumulative volume of cases has doubled. 相似文献
Introduction: Traditionally, a cystocele caused by a midline defect of the pelvic fascia is treated by vaginal fascia duplication, also known as anterior colporraphy. The rectocele is managed by suturing the posterior fascia and, frequently, the levator ani muscles. We developed the approach of laparoscopic anterior and posterior fascia repair by native tissue.
Material and methods: The methods were based on anterior and posterior exposure of pelvic fascia similar to the preparation of an extended sacral colpopexy. The fascia was compressed and narrowed by absorbable woven sutures, size 1. Twenty-seven patients were followed up for 6–13?months. All patients received additional apical fixation by pectopexy.
Results: In the examination group, 13 patients underwent anterior laparoscopic fascia repair and 23 had posterior repair. We detected one apical and one posterior relapse, and also one in the anterior repair group. The patient with the apical relapse reported pain and de novo urgency. Anatomical reconstruction was achieved in all other patients.
Summary: Laparoscopic anterior and posterior native tissue repair appears to be a feasible method for the treatment of midline cystocele and rectocele. No new risks were observed. The technique leaves no scar in the vagina and is well accepted.
Abbreviations: POPQ: Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification System; FDA: Food and Drug Association; US: United States; Fig: Figure; ICIQ: International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire 相似文献