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Hand Surgery & Rehabilitation Feb 2022Palliative surgery aims to restore or compensate for the loss of a function for which nerve repairs are no longer or not feasible. It includes tendon transfer,... (Review)
Review
Palliative surgery aims to restore or compensate for the loss of a function for which nerve repairs are no longer or not feasible. It includes tendon transfer, tenodesis, arthrodesis and osteotomy techniques. Palliative surgery is based on several well-established principles that are essential to know. The purpose of this introductory chapter is to review the various basic principles before undertaking palliative surgery.
Topics: Arthrodesis; Humans; Osteotomy; Palliative Care; Tendon Transfer; Tenodesis
PubMed: 34146745
DOI: 10.1016/j.hansur.2020.10.020 -
Hand (New York, N.Y.) Nov 2023This study reviews the patient demographics, functional outcomes, and complications of trapeziometacarpal arthrodesis as a treatment for arthritis of the first...
BACKGROUND
This study reviews the patient demographics, functional outcomes, and complications of trapeziometacarpal arthrodesis as a treatment for arthritis of the first carpometacarpal joint.
METHODS
A literature search was performed according to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) guidelines using PubMed and Google Scholar. Articles located by the search were independently assessed by title, abstract, or full article review for inclusion or exclusion. Demographic, outcome, and complication data from included articles were extracted, compiled, and analyzed. Frequency-weighted means and proportions were generated.
RESULTS
In total, 21 articles met inclusion and exclusion criteria accounting for 802 patients and 914 thumbs. Average age at time of surgery was 55.4 years, and mean follow-up time was 72.7 months. Arthrodesis techniques include Kirschner-wire fixation (51.3%), plate fixation (24.6%), screw fixation (9.8%), tension band technique (7.1%), staple fixation (7.0%), and none (<0.1%). Mean preoperative Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand score was 58 and 25.4 postoperatively (∆ = -32.6 points). Mean preoperative visual analogue scale score was 6.8 and 1.9 postoperatively (∆ = -4.9 points). Mean preoperative grip strength was 15.7 kg, and 23.0 kg postoperatively (∆ = +7.3 kg). In all, 48.7% of thumbs had complications, 15.1% of which were major, while 33.6% were minor. The most common major complication was symptomatic hardware (8.6%) requiring return to the operating room, and the most common minor complications were peritrapezial arthritis (8.5%) and nonunion (8.4%).
CONCLUSIONS
Arthrodesis for arthritis of the trapeziometacarpal joint is associated with good functional outcomes and low to moderate patient-reported disability and pain scores, but a high complication rate.
LEVEL OF EVIDENCE
IV.
Topics: Humans; Carpometacarpal Joints; Osteoarthritis; Thumb; Arthrodesis; Bone Plates
PubMed: 35794840
DOI: 10.1177/15589447221105541 -
The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery :... 2023Proximal interphalangeal (PIP) arthrodesis technique utilizing the peg-in-hole arthrodesis was founded to avoid the use of retained internal fixation implants and...
Proximal interphalangeal (PIP) arthrodesis technique utilizing the peg-in-hole arthrodesis was founded to avoid the use of retained internal fixation implants and thereby potentially decrease the concern of hardware complication. The specific aim of this study was to report the complication rates of the modified peg-in-hole arthrodesis technique and the end-to-end arthrodesis with single screw fixation technique for correcting symptomatic hammertoe deformities in lesser digits. This retrospective chart review included patients who underwent surgical hammertoe correction of lesser digits between the dates of January 2012 and December 2019. Patient demographic data and charts were reviewed to evaluate need for revision including screw/pin removal and complications related to corrective surgery. Five hundred ninety-three symptomatic hammertoe deformity cases (443 female, 150 male) were identified, with 113 cases (88 female, 25 male) treated with peg-in-hole arthrodesis technique and 480 cases (355 female, 125 male) treated with end-to-end arthrodesis with a single screw technique. The deformity recurrence rate was not significantly different between the two techniques (peg-in-hole: 10%, end-to-end: 13%, p = .428). There were 97 cases with postoperative complications that required re-operation (peg-in-hole: 7 cases, end-to-end: 90 cases) with the majority detected at <6 months. There was no statistically significant difference in reoperation rate between the peg-in-hole technique and the end-to-end arthrodesis technique reoperated with reasons excluding simple screw removal (p = .068). This study tended to show these two arthrodesis techniques have equivalent risks and similar success in bone healing; however, the peg-in-hole arthrodesis technique offers an advantage that does not result in retained hardware.
Topics: Humans; Male; Female; Retrospective Studies; Bone Screws; Arthrodesis; Hammer Toe Syndrome; Reoperation
PubMed: 36697330
DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2022.12.011 -
Zeitschrift Fur Orthopadie Und... Jun 2021Arthrodesis of the upper ankle and subtalar joint are still frequently used and at the moment the gold standard in the therapy of severe arthritis and deformity of the...
Arthrodesis of the upper ankle and subtalar joint are still frequently used and at the moment the gold standard in the therapy of severe arthritis and deformity of the ankle joint and hindfoot. The spectrum of indications is wide, beginning from posttraumatic or degenerative changes to postinfectious, rheumatoid and diabetic causes of arthritis and as a salvage procedure after failed ankle arthroplasty. The types of arthrodesis have to be differentiated from each other: tibiotalar, subtalar and tibiotalcalcaneal fusion. Soft tissue conditions have to be taken into account; these and individual factors like comorbidities and osseous conditions require an individual planning of the approaches and types of fixation.
Topics: Ankle; Ankle Joint; Arthritis; Arthrodesis; Humans; Subtalar Joint
PubMed: 33003234
DOI: 10.1055/a-0968-9672 -
Orthopaedics & Traumatology, Surgery &... Nov 2022The demand for total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) and ankle arthrodesis surgery is increasing. Findings from other orthopaedic populations suggest an increasing comorbidity...
BACKGROUND
The demand for total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) and ankle arthrodesis surgery is increasing. Findings from other orthopaedic populations suggest an increasing comorbidity burden among those planned for surgery, however, data on TAA and ankle arthrodesis is limited. The goal of this study is to study the comorbidity burden for TAA and ankle arthrodesis.
HYPOTHESIS
Comorbidity burden is associated with higher resource utilization for both TAA and ankle arthrodesis.
PATIENTS AND METHODS
This retrospective cohort study utilized data from the nationwide Premier Healthcare Database (2006-2016) which contains inpatient claims on n=10,085 ankle arthrodesis and n=4,977 TAA procedures. Patients were categorized into Deyo-Charlson comorbidity index (DCCI) groups. Outcomes were cost of hospitalization, length of stay (LOS), total opioid utilization, discharge to a skilled nursing facility (SNF), and 30-day readmission. Mixed-effects models estimated associations between DCCI and outcomes. We report odds ratios (OR, or % change for continuous outcomes) and 95% confidence intervals (CI).
RESULTS
In the TAA group, 67.9% of patients were in DCCI category 0 while 22.4%, 6.6%, and 3.1% were in the 1, 2, and >2 DCCI categories, respectively. This was 61.3%, 18.1%, 9.8% and 10.9% in the ankle arthrodesis group. The most common comorbidities were obesity, diabetes mellitus, and chronic pulmonary disease. Particularly in the ankle arthrodesis group, the proportion of patients with comorbidities has increased over time. After adjustment for relevant covariates, patients in the DCCI group >2 (compared to '0') were associated with stepwise effects of up to 77.1% (CI 70.9%; 83.6%) longer length of stay and up to 48.5% (CI 44.0%; 53.2%) higher cost of hospitalization.
DISCUSSIONS
Comorbidity burden is increasing among patients undergoing ankle arthrodesis where it is associated with significantly increased resource utilization. Our data demonstrate the potential impact of patient selection, which may be crucial in optimizing preoperative status.
LEVEL OF EVIDENCE
III.
Topics: Humans; Retrospective Studies; Ankle; Ankle Joint; Postoperative Complications; Arthroplasty, Replacement, Ankle; Arthrodesis; Comorbidity
PubMed: 34706289
DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2021.103133 -
Foot (Edinburgh, Scotland) Mar 2021The effect of tobacco smoking on foot and ankle procedures is likely to be more pronounced when compared to other orthopaedic surgery. This is due to the peripheral... (Review)
Review
The effect of tobacco smoking on foot and ankle procedures is likely to be more pronounced when compared to other orthopaedic surgery. This is due to the peripheral nature of the vasculature involved. This paper reviews the current clinical evidence on the effects of smoking foot and ankle surgery. In the trauma setting, the evidence suggests that wound complications and non-unions are significantly higher in the smoking population. In the elective setting there is a significantly increased risk of non-union in ankle and hindfoot arthrodeses in smokers. In the setting of diabetes, ulceration rate in smokers is higher and there may be a higher risk of amputation.
Topics: Ankle; Arthrodesis; Humans; Risk Factors; Smoking; Tobacco Smoking
PubMed: 33168350
DOI: 10.1016/j.foot.2020.101735 -
Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery Jan 2021Traumatic joint luxations are usually associated with significant trauma and there may be concomitant systemic injury. Joints are unstable as a result of injury to one... (Review)
Review
PRACTICAL RELEVANCE
Traumatic joint luxations are usually associated with significant trauma and there may be concomitant systemic injury. Joints are unstable as a result of injury to one or more supporting structures and the clinician should aim to determine which structures are damaged with physical examination, diagnostic imaging and careful assessment under sedation/anaesthesia. The aim is to reduce the joint back to its anatomical position, and then to maintain this through repair of damaged structures. However, where this is not possible, replacement or removal (arthrodesis/excision arthroplasty) of the joint remain viable options.
CLINICAL CHALLENGES
Owing to the small size of feline joints and the severity of damage often seen, surgical management of these cases can be challenging. The first priority is to ensure the patient is systemically well before embarking on any specific surgical treatment of a luxated joint. Cats also present challenges in the postoperative period and a lack of patient and owner compliance can be detrimental to postoperative outcomes.
AIMS
This article aims to help the reader diagnose joint luxations and to assist decision-making with an overview of the management and treatment options available.
EVIDENCE BASE
There are a number of original articles and textbook chapters in the literature covering aspects of different joint luxations, particularly for the more common luxations. This article draws on information from key feline research and, where necessary, extrapolates from relevant canine research. The authors also offer practical guidance based on their own clinical experience.
Topics: Animals; Arthrodesis; Cat Diseases; Cats; Joint Dislocations; Wounds and Injuries
PubMed: 33403911
DOI: 10.1177/1098612X20979508 -
The Journal of Hand Surgery Jul 2021The most common method of total wrist arthrodesis is dorsal compression plating, which can require revision for soft tissue or tendon irritation. A locked intramedullary...
PURPOSE
The most common method of total wrist arthrodesis is dorsal compression plating, which can require revision for soft tissue or tendon irritation. A locked intramedullary system was developed to reduce this complication. The goal of this study was to investigate the complication rate of total wrist arthrodesis using this system in our center.
METHODS
A retrospective chart review of all patients undergoing intramedullary wrist arthrodesis from January 2016 to February 2018 was performed.
RESULTS
Nine wrist arthrodeses were performed with locked intramedullary wrist fusion in 5 women and 4 men. The indications for fusion included posttraumatic arthritis in 7 and inflammatory arthritis in 2. Two patients underwent primary arthrodesis and 7 had revision from prior partial wrist fusions. Local bone graft at the radiocarpal joint was used in all cases. The mean follow-up was 27 weeks. Radiocarpal fusion was achieved in 8 patients after the initial procedure and in the ninth patient after revision. There were 6 complications in 4 patients with revision reoperation required in 3. The complications were metacarpal locking screw migration in 3, metacarpal fracture in 1, radiocarpal nonunion in 1, and symptomatic middle finger carpometacarpal nonunion in 1. The revision surgeries include distal screw removal in 1, distal screw removal with replacement in 1, and bone grafting in the radiocarpal nonunion.
CONCLUSIONS
Use of the locked intramedullary wrist fusion system yields high fusion rates. However, based on the high complication rate, particularly from distal screw migration, and the high revision rate in this series, we recommend caution with the use of this system.
TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE
Therapeutic V.
Topics: Arthritis; Arthrodesis; Female; Humans; Male; Retrospective Studies; Wrist; Wrist Joint
PubMed: 33485715
DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2020.11.015 -
Journal of Foot and Ankle Research Apr 2022First metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis is commonly performed for symptomatic end-stage hallux rigidus. It has been postulated to produce good results in the... (Review)
Review
BACKGROUND
First metatarsophalangeal joint arthrodesis is commonly performed for symptomatic end-stage hallux rigidus. It has been postulated to produce good results in the literature. Various fixation techniques offer differences in union rates, complications and functional outcomes, stirring debates about which produces the best outcomes for patients. Therefore, this review aims to synthesise and compare the outcomes of modern fixation techniques used for first metatarsophalangeal joint (FMPJ) arthrodesis.
METHODS
The electronic database searched were PubMed, CINAHL, Cochrane Library, and Google Scholar. The critical appraisal skills programme tool for cohort study was used. The interventions consisted of screw(s), plate(s), and staple(s). Studies comprising outdated fixation techniques such as suture, metallic wire, external fixation, Rush rods or Steinmann pins were excluded. Participants were adults over 18 years, undergoing FMPJ arthrodesis in the UK. Studies with the population consisting primarily of revision cases, patients with rheumatoid arthritis or diabetes were excluded.
RESULTS
Seven UK studies included 277 feet and a 95.7% overall union rate at a mean union time of 83.5 days. Staples had the highest union rate of 98.2% at mean union time of 84 days, followed by plates (95.2%, 92 days), and finally screws (94.9%, 71 days). The overall complication incidence is 5.8%. All of the fixation techniques produced good functional outcomes postoperatively.
CONCLUSIONS
Whilst staple techniques showed the highest union rate, plating techniques are preferable over screws or staples for better results across several outcome measures, including reduced complication incidence, stability, early ambulation, and good functional outcome. The Manchester-Oxford Foot Questionnaire and EuroQol-5Dimensional are recommended as measurement tools to assess functional outcomes following FMPJ arthrodesis.
Topics: Adult; Arthrodesis; Cohort Studies; Hallux Valgus; Humans; Metatarsophalangeal Joint; Retrospective Studies; Treatment Outcome
PubMed: 35468802
DOI: 10.1186/s13047-022-00540-9 -
Der Unfallchirurg Mar 2022Due to the change in the age structure in Germany and the steadily increasing number of fractures, arthrosis of the upper ankle joint, mainly caused by posttraumatic... (Review)
Review
Due to the change in the age structure in Germany and the steadily increasing number of fractures, arthrosis of the upper ankle joint, mainly caused by posttraumatic conditions, is becoming more and more relevant in routine trauma surgery and orthopedics. Patients suffer from reduced functionality and quality of life as well as immobilizing pain. In addition to an ankle joint prosthesis arthrodesis of the upper ankle joint offers an alternative for the treatment of advanced arthrosis. When performing an arthrodesis there is basically the option of both open and arthroscopic procedures to prepare the joint and remove the cartilage. In both procedures the upper ankle joint is usually fixed with 2-3 cannulated compression screws. Comparative studies to date have shown an advantage of the arthroscopic technique in terms of complication rate, length of hospitalization, proportion of ossification and functional outcome. The indications for arthroscopic fusion should be strictly considered, especially in the case of malalignment, as major axis corrections are difficult to perform. In such cases, open fusion of the upper ankle joint still seems superior to the arthroscopic method.
Topics: Ankle Joint; Arthrodesis; Arthroscopy; Humans; Osteoarthritis; Quality of Life; Treatment Outcome
PubMed: 35066594
DOI: 10.1007/s00113-021-01134-z