The modified outside-in suture: vertical repair of the anterior horn of the meniscus after decompression of a large meniscal cyst

This article describes a modified suture technique designed for the vertical repair of the anterior horn of the meniscus after arthroscopic decompression of a large meniscal cyst. This procedure comprises of three steps: first, the meniscus was pierced vertically using a suture hook and a No. 0 PDS suture. Second, both ends of the No. 0 PDS on the femoral and tibial surfaces of the meniscus were pulled to the outside of the joint capsule using a spinal needle preloaded with suture material. Finally, a skin incision was made adjacent to the suture materials, and both ends were tied. We recommend this technique not only for the vertical repair of the anterior horn of the meniscus after decompression of large meniscal cyst, but also to repair a longitudinal tear of the meniscus.     

Flexible and floating choroid plexus cyst of the third ventricle: an ultrasonographic video documentation

Introduction Choroid plexus cysts can lead to isolation of the lateral ventricles and distension of the third ventricle. We present an ultrasonographic video documentation of an infant with variably shaped and localized choroid plexus cyst of the third ventricle. Case report An infant had periods of increased intracranial pressure with changing dilatation of the first to third ventricle. Cerebral ultrasonography of the not crying boy demonstrated a choroid plexus cyst limply hanging down from the roof of the third ventricle to the beginning of the aqueduct of Sylvius. During crying, the cyst prolapsed from the third into left lateral ventricle and was strangled by the foramen of Monro. Endoscopic cyst fenestration and third ventriculostomy continuously solved the problem of intermittent hydrocephalus occlusus. Conclusion Depending not only on localization and size but also on cyst form and cerebrospinal fluid pressure, a single choroid plexus cyst can cause various obstructions of cerebrospinal fluid pathways.     

乳腺积乳囊肿的诊断与治疗

本文报告乳腺积乳囊肿43例。讨论了发病原因及病理,特别提出局部肿块波动感试验阳性,A超检查显示液平段,试穿抽出乳汁,对诊断有肯定价值;治疗以手术切除为主,仅有7例穿刺抽吸乳汁得以治愈。     

Intra-Articular Ganglia of the Knee Joint Associated With the Anterior Cruciate Ligament: A Report of 4 Cases in 3 Patients

Intra-articular ganglia are rare and mostly incidental findings on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and arthroscopy. We present 4 cases of intra-articular ganglion cysts associated with the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in 3 patients. The most commonly occurring symptoms were pain aggravated after stressing activities and limited knee range of motion. In 1 patient, ganglion cysts appeared in both knees with a time difference of 1 year. An MRI revealed typical signs of ganglion cysts in the substance of the ACL. Arthroscopy was performed for further evaluation and treatment. Histologic examination of the tissue removed revealed the presence of features consistent with ganglion cysts. Therefore, in the case of chronic knee discomfort with nonspecific clinical signs and symptoms and without a clear cause, an intra-articular ganglion cyst should be considered as causing pathology. An MRI is the most sensitive and specific method for diagnosis. However, the relatively slow progression of symptoms may delay the patient’s decision to seek medical attention. Delayed diagnosis makes arthroscopic total resection of the ganglion technically demanding or not possible at all, and extensive debridement of the ACL may be required.     

后腹腔镜手术治疗肾上腺囊肿15例报告

目的探讨后腹腔镜手术治疗肾上腺囊肿的方法及临床意义. 方法 2000年3月～2004年5月我院对15例肾上腺囊肿均采用后腹腔镜手术治疗.扩张后腹膜间隙成功后,紧靠膈下纵形切开肾周筋膜,肾周筋膜内分离肾上极和肾上腺周围的脂肪组织,超声刀或电刀在肾表面分离肾脏上极和肾上腺.游离肾上腺行肾上腺部分切除或全切除. 结果 15例手术均获成功,其中肾上腺部分切除术12例,肾上腺全切术3例.手术时间(49.0±31.4)min,术中出血量(31.6±28.7)ml,住院时间(4.1±1.4)d.除1例术后伤口皮下气肿外,无其他术后并发症.15例术后随访(18.5±1.0)月(12～36个月),无一例复发. 结论后腹腔镜手术可作为肾上腺囊肿的首选治疗方法.     

One stage surgical management of hydatid cyst of lung &; liver—by right thoracotomy &; phrenotomy

Introduction Hydatid cysts of the lung are quite frequent in our country. Some patients have additional cysts in the liver. Though most of the liver cysts remain asymptomatic for long time, but may be symptomatic with increasing size. Surgical removal is the treatment of choice for both lung & liver cysts. Aim of the study was to establish suitability of one stage surgery for pulmonary & hepatic hydatid cysts. Methods From 1996 through 2003 we operated on 216 pulmonary hydatid cysts, out of which 42 patients had hydatid cysts in the right lung as well as in the right lobe of liver. Right thoracotomy was done to remove the lung hydatids followed by phrenotomy to remove the liver cysts. Results Right thoracotomy was done in 42 patients having hydatid cysts of lung & liver. In 36 patients, cysts were removed, bronchial leaks were sutured & residual cavities were obliterated. Out of rest 6 patients, having dense adhesions or destruction of pulmonary parenchyma, 4 had segmentectomy & 2 had lobectomy. Right phrenotomy was then done with radial incision above the palpated liver cysts. Hydatid cyst was removed from liver. Cavity and remaining pericystic liver tissue was inverted with sutures. Water seal chest drain & subdiaphragmatic drain were placed. Post operative albendazole was continued for 3 months in the dose of 10–20 mg/kg with a gap of 2 weeks after each month. Post operative recovery was uneventful in most of the cases. However, air leak continued for almost 3 weeks in 4 patients & 3 months in one patient. There was no death. Conclusion Surgical management of pulmonary and hepatic hydatids with one stage right thoracotomy & phrenotomy is a suitable option. It avoids additional laparotomy and thereby additional cost & hospital stay. Results are quite satisfactory.     

小儿纵隔肠源性囊肿影像学表现及分析

目的 分析小儿纵隔肠源性囊肿及其并发症的影像学表现及诊断。资料与方法 回顾性分析经手术病理证实的8例小儿纵隔肠源性、神经肠源性囊肿及其并发畸形、感染及出血时的影像学表现。结果 小儿纵隔肠源性囊肿多位于中后纵隔，呈圆形或椭圆形，密度均匀，边缘清楚。较大时可占据一侧胸腔的大部分。并发感染时囊肿壁模糊，囊内密度增高；囊肿穿孔后可与支气管相通，引起吸入性肺炎及咯血。神经肠源性囊肿均存在脊椎畸形。25％病例同时存在腹部肠重复畸形。结论 小儿纵隔肠源性囊肿少见，除囊肿本身的特点以外，还须注意其他伴发征象，诊断应依靠临床和综合影像学分析。     

鼻前庭囊肿HRCT诊断

目的 :探讨鼻前庭囊肿的HRCT表现 ,评价HRCT的诊断价值。方法 :回顾性分析 2 0例经手术病理证实的鼻前庭囊肿 ,均经过HRCT检查。结果 :发病部位 :左侧 8例 ,右侧 7例 ,双侧 5例。病灶形态多变 ,其中 1 4例呈类圆形 ;最小病灶 0 .8cm× 1 .0cm ,最大病灶 3 .6cm× 5 .0cm ;病灶CT值 1 7～ 82HU ,平均 44HU。病灶无继发感染时 ,边界均清楚 ;囊内容物均未见增强 ,4例继发感染囊壁增厚伴有明显强化。病灶继发改变包括上颌骨受压、骨质硬化及凹陷。结论 :HRCT可准确显示鼻前庭囊肿位置、大小、数目、密度 ,也可清晰显示其并发症 ,有助于鼻前庭囊肿的诊断和鉴别诊断 ,也可帮助临床选择合适的治疗方案     

腹腔镜治疗肾盂旁囊肿10例

目的探讨腹腔镜治疗肾盂旁囊肿的可行性。方法回顾分析2003年10月-2005年3月，10例肾盂旁囊肿行后腹腔镜肾囊肿开窗术。结果10例手术均成功。手术时间40-60min，平均55min。10例随访3～24个月，平均12．8月。无复发。结论腹腔镜治疗肾盂旁囊肿安全、可行。