Anteromedial force to the knee in an extended position can cause an avulsion fracture of the proximal fibula with combined injuries to the posterolateral ligaments. Avulsion fractures of the proximal fibula are rare and current management of these fractures is based on few descriptions in literature. Various surgical methods of fixation for these fractures have been reported, but there is still no standard treatment modality. Anatomic reduction of these fractures is technically difficult, and failure of reduction may cause posterolateral instability, secondary arthritis and other complications. We present our experience with two such cases of comminuted avulsion fractures of the proximal fibular with posterolateral ligament ruptures surgically fixated with a locking compression hook plate and non absorbable sutures.
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Thoracic outlet syndrome is a relatively common disease. However, costoclavicular syndrome as a condition secondary to nonunion of a displaced fracture of the clavicle is very rare. Most clavicular fractures in adults are united with no or minimal persistent symptoms. Also, symptomatic nonunion of a displaced fracture of the clavicle is rare. A 55-year-old male initially presented with persistent forearm pain after slip-down was initially diagnosed with simple muscle strain. However, he was given a delayed diagnosis of costoclavicular syndrome, caused by compression of the subclavian artery due to trauma in the fibrotic nonunion of the right clavicle without apparent symptoms. We obtained satisfactory results by surgical treatment. Here we report this case with a review of the literature.
PURPOSE To evaluate the clinical results after operative treatment with the double tension band wire fixation in Neer type II and III distal clavicle fractures. MATERIALS AND METHODS Ten patients with type II and III distal clavicle fractures were evaluated, who operated with double tension band wire fixation technique, from Febrary 2007 to June 2008, and could be followed-up for more than 1 year after operation. Postoperative assessments were evaluated on plain x-ray, pain, and clinical finding according to the functional criteria by Kona et al. RESULTS Average duration from operation to fracture union was 8 weeks in all cases. There were 8 excellent and 2 good results. It was no other significant complications such as K-wire migration, breakage, infection, and AC joint arthritis. CONCLUSION Double tension band wire fixation technique seems to be an effective method for type II or III distal clavicle fracture with multiple compressive axis, without injury of the AC joint and loosening of the fixation.
PURPOSE To perform comparative analysis between the results of internal fixation and hemiarthroplasty in unstable intertrochanteric fracture of osteoporotic bone. MATERIALS AND METHODS From February 2003 to February 2006, 36 patients treated surgically for unstable intertrochanteric fractures were evaluated. The patient's age was older than 70 year old; the T-score of preoperative bone mineral density (BMD) was lower than -3.0; they were followed up for more than 1 year. The patient were divided into two groups. One group was treated with dynamic hip screw or proximal femoral nail (Group A, 23 cases), and the other group was treated with bipolar hemiarthroplasty (Group B, 13 cases). The two groups were compared in terms of hip joint function using Clawson classification and radiologically. RESULTS Nonunion and fixation failure happened in 6 cases (26%) of gruop A. However, all patients in group B showed stable maintenance of implant. Recovery of hip joint function was found in 13 cases (43%) of group A, whereas 12 cases (93%) of group B recovered. CONCLUSION Nonunion and failure of fixation happened more frequently in internal fixation than bipolar hemiarthroplasty, and the postoperative hip joint function was better in bipolar hemiarthroplasty than internal fixation. Therefore, bipolar hemiarthroplasty might be better operative treatment for unstable intertrochanteric fracture of osteoporotic bone.
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Piriformis fossa is chosen for the entry point of the intramedullary nail insertion for the broken femoral shaft. To evaluate the correct entry point selection, the use of the usual operation table and short skin incision, we tried the percutaneous interlocking intramedullary nailing with retrograde guide wire insertion technique. The guide wire is inserted through the short skin incision on the anterior thigh and comes out through piriformis fossa easily. Through over the guide wire the femoral nail was inserted with only short skin incision. And the trick makes no difference except the convenience compared with the antegrade guide wire insertion technique. It is considered as a useful tip of the intramedullary nailing of the femoral shaft fracture.
PURPOSE To evaluate the clinical outcomes and radiographic results of operative treatment for intraarticular calcaneal fracture. MATERIALS AND METHODS We reviewed 57 cases of intraarticular calcaneal fracture managed with operative treatment, from January, 2000 to June, 2003. The type of intraarticular calcaneal fracture is classified by the Essex-Lopresti classification and Sanders by computed tomography. The 20 cases were managed by open reduction, 37 cases by closed reduction. RESULTS On clinical outcomes in the case of open reduction and internal fixation, above good in 13 cases, poor in 2 cases; closed reduction, above good in 16 cases, poor in 10 cases. Averages of Bohler angle were increased from 11degrees (preoperative state) to 21degrees (last follow up) in open reduction, and from 14degrees to 20.9degrees in closed reduction. CONCLUSION Open reduction was considered to be one of good treatment option if the anatomical reduction and stable fixation can be obtained.
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PURPOSE To compare the result of failed internal fixation of intertrochanteric fractures treated with arthroplasty and 95degrees angled blade plate. MATERIALS AND METHODS From June 2000 to may 2003, there were 12 cases with failed internal fixation of intertrochanteric fractures among 185 cases treated with dynamic hip screw and followed up for more than 1 year. The 4 cases were treated with bipolar hemiarthroplasty, 1 case with total hip arthroplasty, and other 7 cases were treated with 95degrees angled blade plate with allograft, evaluated clinically the operation times, blood loss, walking ability and complication. RESULTS In the 7 cases, which treated with 95degrees angled blade plate, the average operation time was 109 minutes, the average blood loss was 431 ml. The result of keeping abreast of 1 year, no aid ambulation was 4 cases, the cane ambulation was 2 cases, the walker ambulation was 1 case, and there was no pain in 3 cases, mild pain in 4 cases, and no moderate pain. In the 5 cases, which treated with arthroplasty, the average operation time was 157 minutes, the average blood loss was 618 ml. During 1 year, no aid ambulation was 3 cases, the cane ambulation was 1 case, the walker ambulation was 1 case, and no pain in 2 cases, mild pain in 1 case, moderate pain in 1 case. CONCLUSION Both 95degrees angled blade plate and arthroplasty can be useful for failed internal fixation of intertrochanteric fractures, and the choice of implant must be determined with caution, considering the surgical conditions of patient, as well as benefits of each devices