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Meyer-Pries M, Hajymiri M, Lytras T, Manolopoulos P, Ntourakis D. Arthroscopy-Assisted Open Reduction Internal Fixation Versus Conventional Open Reduction Internal Fixation in the Treatment of Ankle Fractures: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis. HSS J 2025; 21:86-92. [PMID: 39846056 PMCID: PMC11748374 DOI: 10.1177/15563316231204616] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2023] [Accepted: 06/01/2023] [Indexed: 01/24/2025]
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Background Arthroscopy can be used to assist the open reduction internal fixation (ORIF) approach in the treatment of acute ankle fractures. Arthroscopy can also help to assess the articular surface but is performed in only 1% of ankle fracture cases. Purpose We aimed to investigate (1) whether arthroscopy-assisted ORIF (AORIF) would lead to improved postoperative functional outcomes compared to conventional ORIF and (2) whether differences in postoperative complication rates exist between these 2 techniques. Methods A systematic review was performed; 2 researchers independently searched the online databases of PubMed, Scopus, Embase, Cochrane, and Google Scholar. All studies that directly investigated the outcomes of AORIF versus conventional ORIF in the treatment of ankle fractures and contained quantitative data were eligible for inclusion. The Cochrane tools for bias assessment were applied independently by 2 researchers. Results Six articles (2 randomized controlled trials and 4 retrospective cohort studies) were included in this systematic review. The meta-analysis of functional outcome scores resulted in a standardized mean difference of 0.6 (confidence interval [CI]: [0.3, 0.9]) favoring AORIF, after excluding 2 studies due to missing standard deviations. The overall complication rate was similar between the 2 groups, with a pooled odds ratio of 1.1 (CI: [0.4, 3.0]). Conclusion The findings of this systematic review and meta-analysis suggest that AORIF might improve postoperative outcomes without increasing the complication rate when compared to conventional ORIF. However, due to the inherent clinical heterogeneity of the included studies, further well-designed randomized controlled trials are required.
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- Marc Meyer-Pries
- Division of Surgery, School of Medicine, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
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- Division of Surgery, School of Medicine, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
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- Division of Surgery, School of Medicine, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
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- Division of Surgery, School of Medicine, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
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- Division of Surgery, School of Medicine, European University Cyprus, Nicosia, Cyprus
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Deiss L, Walther M, Pfahl K, Hörterer H, Mehlhorn A, Röser A, Gottschalk O. Long-Term Results after Autologous Matrix-Induced Chondrogenesis for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus: A 10-Year Cohort Study. Cartilage 2024:19476035241301896. [PMID: 39665329 PMCID: PMC11635787 DOI: 10.1177/19476035241301896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/21/2024] [Revised: 11/01/2024] [Accepted: 11/07/2024] [Indexed: 12/13/2024] Open
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OBJECTIVE A gold standard surgical treatment for osteochondral lesions (OCLs) of the talus still needs to be established. Still, autologous matrix-induced chondrogenesis (AMIC) is a commonly applied 1-stage procedure that has achieved good short- and mid-term results. The present cohort study aimed to assess whether the long-term, 10-year results can confirm the previous findings. DESIGN All patients underwent an open AMIC procedure using a collagen type I/III bilayer matrix for a talar OCL. General demographic data, preoperative magnetic resonance imaging findings, intraoperative details, and German version of the Foot Function Index (FFI-D) scores preoperatively and at 1, 5, and 10 years as well as European Foot and Ankle Society (EFAS) and American Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) scores at 10 years after surgery were analyzed. The primary outcome variable was the procedure's longitudinal effect, and several variables' influence on the outcome was tested. RESULTS Of 47 consecutive patients, 18 (38%) were included. Of the 18 patients, 6 (33%) were female, and 12 (67%) were male, with a mean age of 39 ± 15 (range = 15-62) and an average body mass index (BMI) of 26 ± 5 (range = 20-38) kg/m². The mean defect size was 1.4 ± 0.9 (range = 0.2-4) cm². The FFI-D total score showed a significant decrease from preoperatively to 1 year postoperatively (56 ± 19 to 34 ± 27; P = 0.001) with a further nonsignificant decrease to the 5-year (34 ± 27 to 21 ± 20; P = 0.16) and 10-year follow-up (21 ± 20 to 15 ± 13; P = 1.00). All the single items decreased significantly from preoperatively to the 5- and 10-year mark. Although not significant, most items improved from 5 to 10 years postoperatively. Age positively correlated with the preoperative, 5-year, and 10-year follow-up FFI-D total score. CONCLUSIONS AMIC, as a single-step surgical intervention, is a viable long-term treatment option. Patient selection regarding symptoms and findings is vital to achieve satisfying results.
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- Lukas Deiss
- Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery, Schön Klinik München Harlaching—FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Munich, Germany
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- Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery, Schön Klinik München Harlaching—FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Munich, Germany
- Ludwig Maximilian University Munich, Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Muskuloskelettales Zentrum München, Munich, Germany
- Justus Maximilian University Wuerzburg, König-Ludwig-Haus, Würzburg, Germany
- Paracelsus Medical University, Salzburg, Austria
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- Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery, Schön Klinik München Harlaching—FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Munich, Germany
- Ludwig Maximilian University Munich, Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Muskuloskelettales Zentrum München, Munich, Germany
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- Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery, Schön Klinik München Harlaching—FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Munich, Germany
- Ludwig Maximilian University Munich, Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Muskuloskelettales Zentrum München, Munich, Germany
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- Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery, Schön Klinik München Harlaching—FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Munich, Germany
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- Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery, Schön Klinik München Harlaching—FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Munich, Germany
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- Center for Foot and Ankle Surgery, Schön Klinik München Harlaching—FIFA Medical Centre of Excellence, Munich, Germany
- Ludwig Maximilian University Munich, Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Muskuloskelettales Zentrum München, Munich, Germany
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Schafer KA, Cusworth BM, Kazarian GS, Backus JD, Klein SE, Johnson JE, McCormick JJ. Outcomes Following Repeat Ankle Arthroscopy and Microfracture for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus. Foot Ankle Spec 2024; 17:216-223. [PMID: 35249397 DOI: 10.1177/19386400221079203] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND The management of symptomatic osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLTs) previously treated with arthroscopy is controversial. Minimal data exist on the role for repeat arthroscopy. Here, we describe our experience with repeat arthroscopy and microfracture for symptomatic OLTs. METHODS Our database was queried over an 8-year period to identify patients undergoing repeat arthroscopy and microfracture as treatment for symptomatic OLTs. Phone surveys were conducted to assess residual pain, patient satisfaction, and need for subsequent surgery. We compared patient outcomes based on the size of their OLT (small lesions ≤150 mm2, large >150 mm2) and the presence or absence of subchondral cysts. RESULTS We identified 14 patients who underwent repeat arthroscopy and microfracture for symptomatic OLTs. Patients reported reasonable satisfaction (7.6 ± 3.5 out of 10) but moderate residual pain (4.7 ± 3.4 out of 10) at midterm follow-up (5.1 ± 2.9 years). In total, 21% (3/14) of patients had undergone subsequent surgery. Patients with small (n = 5) and large OLTs (n = 9) had similar postoperative pain scores (4.2 ± 4.1 vs 4.9 ± 3.2) and postoperative satisfaction levels (6.4 ± 4.9 vs 8.3 ± 2.5). CONCLUSION At midterm follow-up, repeat arthroscopy for symptomatic OLTs demonstrated reasonable satisfaction but moderate residual pain. Lesion size or presence of subchondral cysts did not affect outcome, but our sample size was likely too small to detect statistically significant differences. These data show that repeat ankle arthroscopy can be performed safely with modest outcomes, and we hope that this report aids in managing patient expectations.Level of Evidence: Level IV Case Series.
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- Kevin A Schafer
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Washington University in St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri
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Darwich A, Nörenberg D, Adam J, Hetjens S, Schilder A, Obertacke U, Gravius S, Jawhar A. A Multi-Disciplinary MRI Assessment May Optimize the Evaluation of Chondral Lesions in Acute Ankle Fractures: A Prospective Study. Diagnostics (Basel) 2023; 13:3220. [PMID: 37892043 PMCID: PMC10605548 DOI: 10.3390/diagnostics13203220] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Revised: 10/03/2023] [Accepted: 10/04/2023] [Indexed: 10/29/2023] Open
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Chondral lesions (CL) in the ankle following acute fractures are frequently overlooked immediately after the injury or diagnosed at a later stage, leading to persistent symptoms despite successful surgery. The literature presents a wide range of discrepancies in the reported incidence of CLs in acute ankle fractures. The objective of this prospective study is to provide a precise assessment of the occurrence of chondral lesions (CLs) in acute ankle fractures through MRI scans conducted immediately after the trauma and prior to scheduled surgery. Furthermore, the study aims to highlight the disparities in the interpretation of these MRI scans, particularly concerning the size and extent of chondral damage, between radiologists and orthopedic surgeons. Over the period of three years, all patients presenting with an unstable ankle fracture that underwent operative treatment were consecutively included in this single-center prospective study. Preoperative MRIs were obtained for all included patients within 10 days of the trauma and were evaluated by a trauma surgeon and a radiologist specialized in musculoskeletal MRI blinded to each other's results. The location of the lesions was documented, as well as their size and ICRS classification. Correlations and kappa coefficients as well as the p-values were calculated. A total of 65 patients were included, with a mean age of 41 years. The evaluation of the orthopedic surgeon showed CLs in 52.3% of patients. CLs occurred mainly on the tibial articular surface (70.6%). Most talar lesions were located laterally (11.2%). The observed CLs were mainly ICRS grade 4. According to the radiologist, 69.2% of the patients presented with CLs. The most common location was the talar dome (48.9%), especially laterally. Most detected CLs were graded ICRS 3a. The correlation between the two observers was weak/fair regarding the detection and classification of CLs and moderate regarding the size of the detected CLs. To enhance the planning of surgical treatment for ankle chondral lesions (CLs), it may be beneficial to conduct an interdisciplinary preoperative assessment of the performed scans. This collaborative approach can optimize the evaluation of ankle CLs and improve overall treatment strategies.
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- Ali Darwich
- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Medical Faculty Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1–3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany; (J.A.); (A.S.); (U.O.); (S.G.); (A.J.)
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- Department of Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Medical Faculty Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1–3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany;
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Medical Faculty Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1–3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany; (J.A.); (A.S.); (U.O.); (S.G.); (A.J.)
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- Institute of Medical Statistics and Biomathematics, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Medical Faculty Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1–3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany;
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Medical Faculty Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1–3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany; (J.A.); (A.S.); (U.O.); (S.G.); (A.J.)
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Medical Faculty Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1–3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany; (J.A.); (A.S.); (U.O.); (S.G.); (A.J.)
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Medical Faculty Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1–3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany; (J.A.); (A.S.); (U.O.); (S.G.); (A.J.)
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, University Medical Centre Mannheim, Medical Faculty Mannheim, University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1–3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany; (J.A.); (A.S.); (U.O.); (S.G.); (A.J.)
- Department of Orthopedics, Traumatology and Sports Medicine, Marienhaus Hospital Hetzelstift/Teaching Hospital University Mainz, Stiftstraße 10, 67434 Neustadt an der Weinstraße, Germany
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Zhuang C, Guo W, Chen W, Pan Y, Zhuang R. Arthroscopically assisted internal fixation for treatment of acute ankle fracture: A systematic review and meta-analysis of comparative studies. PLoS One 2023; 18:e0289554. [PMID: 37540648 PMCID: PMC10403134 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0289554] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2023] [Accepted: 07/20/2023] [Indexed: 08/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Arthroscopically assisted reduction and internal fixation (ARIF) allows for the assessment of joint congruity following anatomic reduction, identification of occult intra-articular lesions, and treatment of traumatic intra-articular pathologies. The aim of this systematic review and meta-analysis was to provide evidence on whether ARIF is an alternative treatment protocol for ankle fractures. METHODS The PubMed, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases were searched independently by two investigators from the inception dates to October 9, 2022, for comparative studies. The risk-of-bias tool of the Cochrane Collaboration for Randomized Controlled Trials and the methodological index for non-randomized studies (MINORS) were used for assessing the methodological quality. Outcomes were evaluated in terms of the Olerud-Molander Ankle Score (OMAS), American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) Ankle-Hindfoot Scale, post-operative complications, arthroscopic findings, Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) score, and operation time. Cochrane Review Manager Software 5.4 was used to perform the statistical analysis. RESULTS A total of 10 trials involving 755 patients were included in this meta-analysis. The results revealed that ARIF for ankle fractures was superior regarding functional outcomes and VAS scores when compared with open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). No significant difference was noted in the post-operative complication rate and the operation time between the ARIF and ORIF groups. A high incidence of chondral or osteochondral lesions (OCLs), ligamentous injuries, and loose bodies with ankle fractures was found by ankle arthroscopy. CONCLUSIONS ARIF for ankle fractures might be beneficial to offer superior functional outcomes and VAS score than ORIF. Orthopedic surgeons should take a high incidence of OCLs and ligamentous injuries into consideration for the treatment of acute ankle fractures. We believe that with the increase in surgical experience, the occurrence of post-operative complications and the extension of operation time will no longer be a potential concern for surgeons.
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- Chen Zhuang
- Alberta Institute, Wenzhou Medical University, Wenzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, The First Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (Zhejiang Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine), Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China
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- Quzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Quzhou, Zhejiang, China
- Quzhou TCM Hospital at the Junction of Four Provinces Affiliated to Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, Quzhou, Zhejiang, China
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Weinraub GM, Vijayakumar A. Arthroscopy for Traumatic Ankle Injuries. Clin Podiatr Med Surg 2023; 40:529-537. [PMID: 37236689 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpm.2022.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/28/2023]
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Using ankle arthroscopy in conjunction to open reduction internal fixation of traumatic ankle injuries can play an important role in the management of these injuries by way of treating intra-articular pathologies, leading to improved patient outcomes. While a majority of these injuries are not treated with concurrent arthroscopy, its addition may lead to more prognostic information to dictate the patient's course. This article has illustrated its use in managing malleolar fractures, syndesmotic injuries, pilon fractures and pediatric ankle fractures. While additional studies may be needed to further support AORIF, it may prove to play a vital role in the future.
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- Glenn M Weinraub
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kaiser Permanente, San Leandro, CA, USA.
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Williamson ERC, Shimozono Y, Toale J, Dankert J, Hurley ET, Egol KA, Kennedy JG. Incidence of Chondral and Osteochondral Lesions in Ankle Fracture Patients Identified With Ankle Arthroscopy Following Rotational Ankle Fracture: A Systematic Review. J Foot Ankle Surg 2022; 61:668-673. [PMID: 35033444 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2021.12.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/01/2020] [Revised: 12/16/2020] [Accepted: 12/06/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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A systematic literature search was performed using the PubMed, MEDLINE, and the Cochrane Library databases according to the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic review and Meta-Analyses guidelines on May 20, 2019. The keywords used were: ankle, distal tibia, distal fibula, fracture, arthroscopic, cartilage, and chondral. The objective of this study is to systematically review the characterization of intra-articular chondral injuries of the talus, tibial plafond, medial malleolus, and lateral malleolus in patients who undergo ankle arthroscopy following ankle fracture. Studies evaluating the incidence of chondral lesions at the time of arthroscopy for ankle fractures within any timeframe were included. The incidence of intra-articular chondral lesions was recorded, the location within the ankle, ankle fracture type, time of arthroscopy, characterization of chondral injury, complications, and outcome if available. Fifteen studies with 1355 ankle fractures were included. About 738 demonstrated evidence of chondral or osteochondral lesion (54.5%). Statistical analyses were carried out with statistical software package SPSS 24.0 (SPSS, Chicago, IL). We compared incidence rates of chondral injury based on Weber classification, malleolar fracture type, and Lauge-Hansen classification, using Pearson chi-square test. For all analyses, p < .05 was considered statistically significant. We found a high incidence of intra-articular chondral lesion in the setting of ankle fractures as demonstrated by arthroscopy.
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- Emilie R C Williamson
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, NYU Langone Health, New York, NY.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, NYU Langone Health, New York, NY
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- Royal College Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, NYU Langone Health, New York, NY
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, NYU Langone Health, New York, NY; Royal College Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, NYU Langone Health, New York, NY
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital, NYU Langone Health, New York, NY
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Beak JS, Kim YT, Lee SH. Predisposing Factors for Posttraumatic Osteoarthritis After Malleolus Fracture Fixation in Patients Younger Than 50 Years. Foot Ankle Int 2022; 43:389-397. [PMID: 34677107 DOI: 10.1177/10711007211050039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to identify the risk factors for posttraumatic osteoarthritis (OA) after surgery for ankle fractures in patients aged ≤50 years. METHODS We performed a retrospective review of consecutive patients who underwent surgery for ankle fractures and were followed up for a minimum period of 5 years. The patients were assigned to 2 groups according to the presence of advanced OA at the last follow-up. Binary logistic regression was used to model the correlation between risk factors and OA. Functional outcomes were assessed using the Foot and Ankle Outcome Score. RESULTS The data of 332 patients who met the inclusion criteria were included in the analysis. The overall rate of posttraumatic arthritis was 27.7% (nonarthritis group: 240 patients, arthritis group: 92 patients). The arthritic change was significantly affected by BMI (95% confidence interval [CI] 1.29-19.76; adjusted odds ratio [OR] ≥ 30, 6.56), fracture-dislocation injury (CI 1.66-11.57; adjusted OR, 4.06), posterior malleolus (PM) fracture (CI 1.92-12.73, adjusted OR > 25% of the articular surface, 5.72), and postoperative articular incongruence (CI 1.52-18.10; adjusted OR, 7.21). The mean scores of the arthritis group were lower than those in the nonarthritis group (P < .05). CONCLUSION Obesity, fracture-dislocation injury, concomitant large PM fracture, and articular incongruence were risk factors of posttraumatic OA after surgery for ankle fractures. Surgeons should be aware that accurate reduction is critical in patients with ankle fractures with associated large PM fractures, especially those with obesity or severe initial injuries such as fracture-dislocation. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, case control study.
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- Jong Seok Beak
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Wonkwang University Hospital, Iksan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Wonkwang University Hospital, Iksan, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, School of Medicine, Wonkwang University Hospital, Iksan, Republic of Korea
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Hinckley NB, Hassebrock JD, Karsen PJ, Deckey DG, Fernandez A, Kile TA, Drakos MC, Patel KA. Talus Visualization in Ankle Fractures: How Much Are We Really Seeing? Orthop J Sports Med 2022; 10:23259671211066856. [PMID: 35024369 PMCID: PMC8743951 DOI: 10.1177/23259671211066856] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2021] [Accepted: 09/27/2021] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Background: Despite appropriate care, a subset of patients with ankle fractures has persistent pain. This condition may be associated with intra-articular pathology, which is present up to 65% of the time. Purpose: To quantify how much of the talus is visible through an open approach to a standard supination external rotation bimalleolar ankle fracture as a percentage of the entire weightbearing surface of the talus. Study Design: Descriptive laboratory study. Methods: Standard ankle approaches to lateral and medial malleolar fractures were performed in 4 cadaveric ankles from 2 cadavers. Osteotomies were made to simulate a supination external rotation bimalleolar ankle fracture based on the Lauge-Hansen classification. The visible segments of talar cartilage were removed. The tali were then exhumed, and the entire weightbearing superior portion of the talus was assessed and compared with the amount of cartilage removed by an open approach. The mean of the data points as well as the 95% confidence interval were calculated. Results: Four ankle specimens from 2 cadavers were used for these measurements. The mean surface area of the talus was 14.0 cm2 (95% CI, 13.3-14.7 cm2), while the mean area visible via an open approach was 2.1 cm2 (95% CI, 0.5-3.6 cm2). The mean proportion of the talus visualized via an open approach was 14.8% (95% CI, 3.6-26.1%). Conclusion: These findings indicate that the true area of weightbearing talar surface visible during an open exposure may be less than what many surgeons postulate. Clinical Relevance: Only a small fracture of the talus is visible via an open approach to the talus during fracture fixation. This could warrant arthroscopic evaluation of these injuries to evaluate and treat osteocondral lesions resulting from ankle fractures.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
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- University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic Arizona, Phoenix, Arizona, USA
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Togher CJ, Sahli H, Butterfield J, Sebag J, Shane AM, Reeves CL. Incidence of Talar Osteochondral Lesions After Acute Ankle Fracture: A Retrospective Analysis. J Foot Ankle Surg 2021; 60:1184-1187. [PMID: 34092459 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2021.05.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/12/2020] [Revised: 03/16/2021] [Accepted: 05/04/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Recent literature suggests the majority of osteochondral lesions occur in the ankle joint. Previous studies have suggested that varying incidences of talar osteochondral lesions (OCLT) are associated with ankle fractures. The primary aim of our study was to investigate the incidence of osteochondral lesions associated with acute ankle fractures as observed on computed tomographic (CT) imaging. We also compared the rates of talar osteochondral lesions in patients who had ankle fractures with dislocation and closed manual reduction (CMR) prior to open reduction with internal fixation, to those who did not suffer from ankle joint dislocation. Additionally, a correlation between the location of talar dome lesions with type of ankle fracture as classified by Lauge-Hansen was investigated. Preoperative CT imaging was retrospectively reviewed in 108 patients with acute ankle fractures. A CT-modified version of Berndt Hardy's classification of osteochondral lesions, as previously described by Loomer et al, was used for diagnosis of lesions in our study. The incidence of lesions was calculated across all subjects, and retrospective comparison was performed in those who did and did not undergo closed manual reduction. Supplementary data on location of lesion and its association with ankle fracture type was also recorded. We found an overall incidence of 50.9% OCLT in patients with acute ankle fractures. This number did not significantly differ from those who underwent closed manual reduction (49%). Although a majority of lesions did occur posteriorly, we saw no statistically significant information was seen between either type of fractures or OCLT locations. Careful consideration and thorough evaluation of preoperative CT imaging should be assessed by the performing surgeon, as this could guide both diagnostic and therapeutic treatments for patients with possible osteochondral lesions of the talus undergoing surgical repair of a fractured ankle.
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- Cody J Togher
- Resident, Advent Health East Orlando Podiatric Surgical Residency, Orlando, FL.
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- Resident, Advent Health East Orlando Podiatric Surgical Residency, Orlando, FL
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- Resident, Advent Health East Orlando Podiatric Surgical Residency, Orlando, FL
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- Resident, Advent Health East Orlando Podiatric Surgical Residency, Orlando, FL
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- Chair of Department of Podiatric Surgery, AdventHealth System, Faculty, Advent Health East Orlando Podiatric Surgical Residency, Orlando, FL
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- Chair of Department of Podiatric Surgery, AdventHealth System, Faculty, Advent Health East Orlando Podiatric Surgical Residency, Orlando, FL
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Second-look arthroscopic findings and clinical outcomes after management of intra-articular lesions in acute ankle fractures with arthroscopy. Foot Ankle Surg 2021; 27:799-808. [PMID: 33478808 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2020.10.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2020] [Revised: 10/14/2020] [Accepted: 10/19/2020] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Anatomically surgical reduction of ankle fractures does not always result in a clinically favorable outcome. Arthroscopic examination combined with treatment of intra-articular lesion may related to clinical outcomes OBJECTIVES: The purpose of the present study was to review initial and second look arthroscopic finding of acute ankle fracture and to evaluate clinical outcomes. RESULTS Lauge-Hansen classification system of ankle fractures included supination-external rotation type (n = 24), supination-adduction type (n = 3), pronation-external rotation type (n = 7), and pronation-abduction type (n = 6), total 40 ankles. Osteochondral lesions were found in 25 ankles (62%) with an initial arthroscopic finding of acute ankle fracture. Newly discovered chondral lesions in secondary arthroscopy were found in 17 cases. According to the Ferkel and Cheng staging at secondary arthroscopy, 4 of 25 ankles with osteochondral lesions of the talus were deteriorating (more than stage D). In terms of ICRS overall repair grades, 5 ankles (20%) were abnormal (grade III). Diffuse synovitis and arthrofibrosis were found in 12 and 7 ankles, respectively, in secondary arthroscopy, and correlations were found between AOFAS scores, VAS and intra-articular lesions. CONCLUSION Second-look arthroscopic examination combined with treatment of intra-articular lesion such as arthrofibrosis and osteochondral lesion arising from ankle fracture surgery may consider to improve clinical outcomes.
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Lopes R, Geffroy L, Padiolleau G, Ngbilo C, Baudrier N, Mainard D, Benoist J, Leiber Wackenheim F, Cordier G, Dubois Ferriere V, Freychet B, Barbier O, Amouyel T. Proposal of a new CT arthrographic classification system of osteochondral lesions of the talus. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2021; 107:102890. [PMID: 33713874 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2021.102890] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2020] [Revised: 08/19/2020] [Accepted: 09/16/2020] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Surgical treatment of osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLT) is warranted if medical treatments fail, achieving good results in around 85% of cases. Numerous classification systems, based on all possible imaging modalities (radiography, MRI, CT scan, scintigraphy, and CT arthrography), have been proposed to guide surgical treatments, but none has proven to be superior. A recent study demonstrated the prognostic value of CT arthrography by accurately describing the subchondral bone plate. A systematic review of the literature has brought new criteria to predict good outcome following bone marrow stimulation surgical techniques: lesions should measure less than 1 centimeter in size and 5 millimeters in depth. Based on these data, we are proposing a new simple, 3-stage CT arthrographic classification system of OLT. MATERIALS AND METHODS After a brief overview of the classification, 60 CT-arthrographies of ankles with OLT were organized according to this new CT arthrographic classification system by four surgeons (two juniors and two seniors). Two imaging assessments were performed one month apart. Statistical analysis was performed using the Fleiss' kappa coefficient to determine the inter- and intraobserver agreement. RESULTS An excellent inter- and intraobserver agreement was found with overall Fleiss' kappa coefficients of 0.897 and 0.847, respectively. CONCLUSION The results of our study showed an excellent inter- and intraobserver agreement for this new CT arthrographic classification system of OLT. The principal advantage of this new classification system, based on the latest data in the literature, is its ability to easily distinguish lesions that are more amenable to bone marrow stimulation techniques. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE II.
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- Ronny Lopes
- Santé Atlantique, avenue Claude Bernard, 44800 Saint-Herblain, France.
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- Santé Atlantique, avenue Claude Bernard, 44800 Saint-Herblain, France
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- Centre Orthopédique SANTY, 24, avenue Paul Santy, 69008 Lyon, France
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- CHU Ambroise Paré, 9, avenue Charles de Gaulle, 92100 Boulogne-Billancourt, France
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- CHU Nancy, 29, avenue du Maréchal de Lattre de Tassigny, 54035 Nancy, France
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- CH Saint Grégoire, 6, boulevard de la Boutière, 35760 Saint-Grégoire, France
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- Clinique du sport, 4, rue Georges Negrevergne, 33700 Mérignac, France
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- Centre Orthopédique SANTY, 24, avenue Paul Santy, 69008 Lyon, France
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- Hôpital d'instruction des Armées Sainte Anne, 2, boulevard Sainte-Anne, 83000 Toulon, France
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- Service d'orthopédie 1, hôpital Roger Salengro, CHRU, place de Verdun, 59037 France
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Fraissler L, Mattiassich G, Brunnader L, Holzer LA. Arthroscopic findings and treatment of maisonneuve fracture complex. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2021; 22:821. [PMID: 34560870 PMCID: PMC8461909 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-021-04713-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2021] [Accepted: 09/11/2021] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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Background The Maisonneuve fracture complex (MFC) is a well-known lower leg injury. However, the optimal treatment is still not clear and there is limited data on concomitant injuries of cartilage. Therefore, the aim of our study was to report the incidence of incidental cartilage injuries and their management in arthroscopic treatment of MFC. Patients and methods Between February 2018 and February 2021 all patients presenting with MFC in our department were treated with diagnostic ankle arthroscopy and percutaneous syndesmotic screw or suture-endobutton fixation. In case of instable cartilage, it was debrided and according to the International Consensus Meeting on Cartilage Repair of the Ankle, in grade IV lesions < 10 mm or < 100 mm2 area the subchondral bone was microfractured. Results Eighteen patients, 16 male and two female, with a mean age of 48.1 years, were included. In all cases, instability of the distal tibiofibular articulation was confirmed arthroscopically. Injuries of the cartilage were found in 56% of the cases and in 31% of the patients surgical intervention was required. In three talar and one tibial lesion additional arthroscopic bone marrow stimulation with microfracture of the subchondral bone was performed. Conclusions Ankle arthroscopy is a helpful method to guide fibular reduction and to detect and address associated cartilage injuries. Due to the high rate of chondral lesions, addressing these arthroscopically may contribute to better postoperative results. Level of evidence IV
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- Lukas Fraissler
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Klinik Diakonissen Schladming, Salzburger Strasse 777, 8970, Schladming, Austria.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Klinik Diakonissen Schladming, Salzburger Strasse 777, 8970, Schladming, Austria.,Paracelsus Medical University Salzburg, Strubergasse 21, 5020, Salzburg, Austria
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Klinik Diakonissen Schladming, Salzburger Strasse 777, 8970, Schladming, Austria
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Klinik Diakonissen Schladming, Salzburger Strasse 777, 8970, Schladming, Austria.,AUVA Trauma Center Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Waidmannsdorfer Strasse 35, 9020, Klagenfurt am Wörthersee, Austria
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Hansen OB, Drakos MC. The Athlete's Foot and Ankle: Osteochondral Lesion of the Talus. OPER TECHN SPORT MED 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.otsm.2021.150849] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Martijn HA, Lambers KTA, Dahmen J, Stufkens SAS, Kerkhoffs GMMJ. High incidence of (osteo)chondral lesions in ankle fractures. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2021; 29:1523-1534. [PMID: 32761358 PMCID: PMC8038951 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-020-06187-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 34] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2020] [Accepted: 07/24/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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PURPOSE To determine the incidence and location of osteochondral lesions (OCLs) following ankle fractures as well as to determine the association between fracture type and the presence of OCLs. Up to 50% of patients with ankle fractures that receive surgical treatment show suboptimal functional results with residual complaints at a long-term follow-up. This might be due to the presence of intra-articular osteochondral lesions (OCL). METHODS A literature search was carried out in PubMed (MEDLINE), EMBASE, CDSR, DARE and CENTRAL to identify relevant studies. Two authors separately and independently screened the search results and conducted the quality assessment using the MINORS criteria. Available full-text clinical articles on ankle fractures published in English, Dutch and German were eligible for inclusion. Per fracture classification, the OCL incidence and location were extracted from the included articles. Where possible, OCL incidence per fracture classification (Danis-Weber and/or Lauge-Hansen classification) was calculated and pooled. Two-sided p values of less than 0.05 were considered statistically significant. RESULTS Twenty articles were included with a total of 1707 ankle fractures in 1707 patients. When focusing on ankle fractures that were assessed directly after the trauma, the OCL incidence was 45% (n = 1404). Furthermore, the most common location of an OCL following an ankle fractures was the talus (43% of all OCLs). A significant difference in OCL incidence was observed among Lauge-Hansen categories (p = 0.049). Post hoc pairwise comparisons between Lauge-Hansen categories (with adjusted significance level of 0.01) revealed no significant difference (n.s.). CONCLUSION OCLs are frequently seen in patients with ankle fractures when assessed both directly after and at least 12 months after initial trauma (45-47%, respectively). Moreover, the vast majority of post-traumatic OCLs were located in the talus (42.7% of all OCLs). A higher incidence of OCLs was observed with rotational type fractures. The clinical relevance of the present systematic review is that it provides an overview of the incidence and location of OCLs in ankle fractures, hereby raising awareness to surgeons of these treatable concomitant injuries. As a result, this may improve the clinical outcomes when directly addressed during index surgery. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Hugo A Martijn
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Location AMC, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC/VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Location AMC, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC/VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Location AMC, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC/VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Location AMC, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC/VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Location AMC, Amsterdam Movement Sciences, Amsterdam UMC, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
- Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
- Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC/VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
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Aziz H, Amirian A, Dabash S, Dunn WR, Bloome D. Ankle Arthroscopy as an Adjunct to the Management of Ankle Fractures. FOOT & ANKLE ORTHOPAEDICS 2021; 6:24730114211002165. [PMID: 35097440 PMCID: PMC8564946 DOI: 10.1177/24730114211002165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Ankle fractures are one of the most common injuries managed by orthopedic surgeons. Although the etiology of posttraumatic osteoarthritis in anatomically reduced ankle fractures is not completely known, several studies suggest that undetected intra-articular pathology at the time of injury may play a role. The purpose of this study is to report the operative findings of ankle arthroscopy as an adjunct to ankle fracture open reduction and internal fixation. METHODS A retrospective review was performed of all ankle fractures treated consecutively at our institution by a single surgeon from August 2010 to October 2019, which were found using Current Procedural Terminology codes. A total of 84 patients met our inclusion criteria for whom patient demographics and clinical history were collected. Pre- and postoperative diagnoses from every operative report were noted as well as intra-articular intervention made during the time of arthroscopy. RESULTS The study included 49 men (58.3%) and 35 women (41.7%), with a mean age of 39.0 (range, 12-69; SD = 15.0) years. Sixty-three patients (75%) had new diagnoses detected by the addition of ankle arthroscopy. The most common new pathology seen arthroscopically were osteochondral lesions (n = 36, 41.9%) and posterior malleolus fractures (n = 28, 32.6%). Thirty-four patients had a total of 40 additional arthroscopic procedures in conjunction with their fracture management. Complications were noted in 13 patients, with hardware removal (n = 8) being the most common (62%). CONCLUSION Ankle arthroscopy can act as a significant diagnostic and prognostic tool and can help address intra-articular injuries without adding considerable cost or serious adverse events. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, retrospective case series.
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- Hibba Aziz
- Kelsey-Seybold Clinic, Vision Park Blvd, Houston, TX, USA
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- Shiraz University of Medical Sciences, Houston, TX, USA,Warren Dunn, MD, Fondren Orthopedic Research Institute (FORI) 7401 Main St, Houston, TX 77030, USA.
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- Fondren Orthopedic Research Institute, Houston, TX, USA
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Tarallo L, Micheloni GM, Mazzi M, Rebeccato A, Novi M, Catani F. Advantages of preoperative planning using computed tomography scan for treatment of malleolar ankle fractures. World J Orthop 2021; 12:129-139. [PMID: 33816140 PMCID: PMC7995337 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i3.129] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2020] [Revised: 01/07/2021] [Accepted: 01/28/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Malleolar ankle fractures have been classified using plain radiographs, and there is no consensus regarding the role of computed tomography (CT) scans in preoperative planning. We analyzed critical aspects, such as limits of standard radiographs, types of injury, classification methods and cost/benefit evaluations. CT scans allow a 3D analysis of the fracture to be obtained and consequently assess the indication for surgical procedure, surgical access and the type of fixation devices required. This exam is useful for detecting lesions that may go unnoticed on radiographs and will help surgeons to clarify the pathoanatomy of ankle fractures. According to Arbeitsgemeinschaft fur Osteosynthesefragen/ Orthopaedic Trauma Association (AO/OTA) classification, CT scan is recommended in medial malleolar fractures with vertical rim, type 44B fractures with posterior malleolar involvement and all type 44C fractures (according to AO/OTA). Also Tillaux-Chaput fractures (43-B1 according to AO/OTA), malleolar fractures in the presence of distal tibial fractures (43 according to AO/OTA) and distal tibia fractures in adolescents should be studied with CT scans.
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- Luigi Tarallo
- Dipartimento di Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche Materno-Infantili e dell’Adulto, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena 41121, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche Materno-Infantili e dell’Adulto, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena 41121, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Chirurgia, AULSS8 Berica-Ospedale San Bortolo-Vicenza, Vicenza 36100, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Chirurgia, AULSS8 Berica-Ospedale San Bortolo-Vicenza, Vicenza 36100, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche Materno-Infantili e dell’Adulto, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena 41121, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Scienze Mediche e Chirurgiche Materno-Infantili e dell’Adulto, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena 41121, Italy
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Martin KD, Tripp CT, Huh J. Outcomes of Posterior Arthroscopic Reduction and Internal Fixation (PARIF) for the Posterior Malleolar Fragment in Trimalleolar Ankle Fractures. Foot Ankle Int 2021; 42:157-165. [PMID: 33016122 DOI: 10.1177/1071100720955149] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Posterior malleolar fractures within a trimalleolar ankle fracture pattern are challenging to manage. Posterior ankle arthroscopy provides a means to assess the intra-articular and syndesmotic reductions, while removing loose bodies. The purpose of this study was to determine the radiographic and patient reported outcomes of posterior arthroscopic reduction and internal fixation (PARIF) in trimalleolar ankle fractures. METHODS From November 2015 to March 2019, we prospectively enrolled consecutive trimalleolar ankle fractures that underwent PARIF by a single surgeon. Preoperative and postoperative computed tomography (CT) scans were interpreted by 2 blinded musculoskeletal radiologists for articular reduction, syndesmosis congruity, and presence of ossific loose bodies. Patient outcomes were assessed using the Foot and Ankle Disability Index (FADI), American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle score, Olerud-Molander Ankle Score (OMAS), and visual analog scale (VAS). A total of 28 trimalleolar ankle fractures were treated with PARIF. Mean patient age was 36 years (range, 19-69). RESULTS Preoperative CT identified 18 intra-articular loose bodies (range, 0-4) in 36% of ankles and 75% (n = 21) syndesmosis incongruity. Postoperative CT scans demonstrated anatomic intra-articular reduction in all fractures, 41.7% (5/12) syndesmosis incongruity without fixation, and 0% (0/9) with suture-button fixation. At mean 2-year follow-up, the results were good to excellent with mean VAS score 1 (range, 0-4), AOFAS score 84 (range, 63-100), FADI 85 (range, 59-100), and OMAS 76 (range, 40-100). CONCLUSION The PARIF technique for displaced posterior malleolar fractures was effective in achieving anatomic intra-articular reduction, syndesmosis congruity, and intra-articular loose body removal, while safely preserving the soft tissues. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, prospective case series.
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- Kevin D Martin
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Evans Army Community Hospital, Fort Carson, CO, USA
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- Department of Radiology, Evans Army Community Hospital, Fort Carson, CO, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation, Womack Army Medical Center, Fort Bragg, NC, USA
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Darwich A, Adam J, Dally FJ, Hetjens S, Jawhar A. Incidence of concomitant chondral/osteochondral lesions in acute ankle fractures and their effect on clinical outcome: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2021; 141:63-74. [PMID: 33128607 PMCID: PMC8213566 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-020-03647-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2020] [Accepted: 10/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Despite successful osteosynthesis, some patients report residual symptoms after ankle fractures. One of the reasons behind the postoperative complaints might be traumatic concomitant chondral lesions (CL) and/or osteochondral lesions (OCL) within the ankle joint. The study aims to systematically review the incidence of CL and/or OCL in ankle fractures and to assess their effect on the clinical outcome. MATERIALS AND METHODS This work was conducted according to PRISMA checklists. A systematic literature search was performed using following keywords: "Ankle Fractures" OR "Trimalleolar Fracture" OR "Bimalleolar Fracture" OR "Maisonneuve fracture" OR "Malleolus Fracture" AND "Cartilage" OR "Cartilage Diseases" OR "Cartilage, Articular" OR "chondral" up to March 2020. The identified articles were analysed to determine the incidence of CL and/or OCL. Included studies in the meta-analysis assessed possible cartilage damage through arthroscopy or MRI immediately after traumatic ankle fractures and described the postoperative clinical outcome. RESULTS The search identified a total of 111 publications; 19 described the incidence of CL and/or OCL after ankle fractures; six met the criteria to be included in the meta-analysis: five (n = 293) diagnosed CL and/or OCL through arthroscopy during ORIF and one study (n = 153) used preoperative MRI. The clinical outcome was evaluated in four studies (n = 177) using AOFAS score and in two (n = 269) using FAOS score. The mean incidence of arthroscopically detected CL and/or OCL was 65 ± 21% [95% CI 53.9 to 76.72]. The cumulative meta-analysis sample size comprised a total of 400 Patients (170 with and 230 without CL and/or OCL) available for a mean follow-up of 23.9 ± 11.5 months [95% CI 11.79 to 36.07]. The average age was 44.3 ± 5.5 years [95% CI 38.57 to 50.13]. The meta-analysis revealed a mean AOFAS score of 91.2 ± 4.8 [95% CI 83.53 to 98.93] with versus 94.4 ± 4.7 [95% CI 86.81 to 102.07] without CL and/or OCL (p = 0.15) and a mean FAOS score of 73.2 ± 11.31 [95% CI - 28.44 to 174.85] with versus 79.0 ± 18.4 [95% CI - 86.77 to 244.87] without CL and/or OCL (p = 0.18). CONCLUSIONS CL and/or OCL appear very frequently after ankle fractures. A tendency towards a favourable short- to mid-term clinical outcome was noticed in ankle fractures without CL and/or OCL, however without reaching statistical significance. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level I.
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- Ali Darwich
- grid.7700.00000 0001 2190 4373Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology Surgery, University Medical Centre, Medical Faculty Mannheim of the University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1-3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany
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- grid.7700.00000 0001 2190 4373Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology Surgery, University Medical Centre, Medical Faculty Mannheim of the University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1-3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany
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- grid.7700.00000 0001 2190 4373Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology Surgery, University Medical Centre, Medical Faculty Mannheim of the University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1-3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany
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- grid.7700.00000 0001 2190 4373Institute of Medical Statistics and Biomathematics, University Medical Centre, Medical Faculty Mannheim of the University of Heidelberg, Mannheim, Germany
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- grid.7700.00000 0001 2190 4373Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology Surgery, University Medical Centre, Medical Faculty Mannheim of the University of Heidelberg, Theodor-Kutzer-Ufer 1-3, 68167 Mannheim, Germany ,Department of Trauma, Hand and Reconstructive Surgery, Klinikum Worms, Academic Teaching Hospital of the University Mainz, Worms, Germany
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Bardas CA, Benea HRC, Apostu D, Oltean-Dan D, Tomoaia G, Bauer T. Clinical outcomes after arthroscopically assisted talus fracture fixation. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2020; 45:1025-1031. [PMID: 33078205 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-020-04859-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2020] [Accepted: 10/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this article is to describe the novel technique of arthroscopic-assisted reduction and internal fixation (ARIF) of talar neck fractures, presenting also the outcomes of this treatment method in a series of four patients. METHODS Between 2011 and 2019, we have treated in our service a number of four patients with talar neck fractures, by the arthroscopic technique. The surgical intervention consists in arthroscopic exploration of tibiotalar and subtalar joints, arthroscopic lavage and debridement, reduction, and osteosynthesis with two cannulated screws under both arthroscopic and fluoroscopic control. Post-operative care consists in non-weightbearing immobilization for 6 weeks, followed by partial loading under the protection of a walking brace for the next six weeks and ROM exercises. The patients were followed up at three months, when a CT scan was performed, and at one year, when X-ray images showed the consolidation of fractures. RESULTS Normal or slightly reduced ROM of the ankle and hindfoot was noted in three out of four patients, absence of any pain, or disability (3 patients). The AOFAS' Ankle-Hindfoot scale showed good and excellent results; mean score was 92.75 points (86-98p) at one year after the surgery. CONCLUSION Arthroscopic-assisted management of talar fractures offers the advantages of minimally invasive surgery combined with good visualization of the fracture, good control of anatomic reduction, and the possibility to treat associated lesions. Main disadvantages of the method are technical difficulties, requires a prolonged learning curve, and offers limited fixation alternatives.
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- Ciprian Alin Bardas
- "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Orthopaedics and Traumatology Discipline, 47 Traian Mosoiu St., 400132, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Orthopaedics and Traumatology Discipline, 47 Traian Mosoiu St., 400132, Cluj-Napoca, Romania.
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- "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Orthopaedics and Traumatology Discipline, 47 Traian Mosoiu St., 400132, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Orthopaedics and Traumatology Discipline, 47 Traian Mosoiu St., 400132, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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- "Iuliu Hatieganu" University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Orthopaedics and Traumatology Discipline, 47 Traian Mosoiu St., 400132, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Academy of Romanian Scientists, 54 Splaiul Independentei St., Bucuresti, Romania
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- Hôpitaux Universitaires Paris Ile-de-France Ouest, AP-HP, F-92100, Boulogne-Billancourt, France
- Université de Versailles Saint-Quentin, F-78035, Versailles, France
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Özcan S, Koçkara N, Camurcu Y, Yurten H. Magnetic Resonance Imaging and Outcomes of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus Associated With Ankle Fractures. Foot Ankle Int 2020; 41:1219-1225. [PMID: 32613862 DOI: 10.1177/1071100720937243] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Osteochondral lesions of the talus (OCLTs) secondary to ankle fractures have previously been reported in the literature. However, no study has evaluated OCLTs using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) following ankle fracture treatment. The purpose of our study was to investigate accompanying OCLTs in patients with an ankle fracture and evaluate its relationship with the clinical outcomes. METHODS Fifty-six patients with ankle fractures who were treated with either a nonoperative or operative method at our center between June 2016 and February 2017 were included in this prospective comparative study (37 men and 19 women; mean age, 44.6 ± 13 years; range, 20-65 years). The mean American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) scores were used to evaluate the clinical results in all patients in the second month and second year. The second-month ankle MR images were evaluated for OCLTs in all patients. Thirty patients were treated operatively and 26 nonoperatively. RESULTS Accompanying OCLTs were detected in 19 of 56 patients (34%). Our results showed no statistically significant association between OCLT and fracture type, as well as the treatment type. In the second postoperative month, the mean AOFAS scores were 87.2 ± 10.8 and 77.6 ± 12.0 in patients with and without OCLTs, respectively (P = .005). In the second postoperative year, the mean AOFAS scores were 81.3 ± 6.8 and 86.2 ± 8.4 in patients with and without OCLTs, respectively (P = .031). The mean AOFAS score significantly decreased in the OCLT group in the second-year control, whereas a significant increase was observed in patients without OCLTs (P = .026 and P < .001, respectively). CONCLUSION According to our results, the accompanying OCLTs were found in one-third of patients treated for ankle fractures. We observed a significant correlation between OCLT presence and the AOFAS score. According to the AOFAS score, OCLTs statistically significantly affected clinical results at 2 years. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level II, prospective comparative study.
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- Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mengücek Gazi Education and Research Hospital, Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University, Erzincan, Turkey
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- Faculty of Medicine, Orthopedics and Traumatology Department, Mengücek Gazi Education and Research Hospital, Erzincan Binali Yıldırım University, Erzincan, Turkey
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Despite the fact that ankle fractures are common injuries, not all patients obtain satisfactory results. Historically, the deltoid ligament injury and intra-articular pathology have not often been treated at the time of fracture stabilization. Recent literature has suggested that repair of the deltoid ligament may lead to better stability of the ankle mortise. Additionally, the use of arthroscopy in conjunction with fracture fixation may allow for better identification and treatment of intra-articular lesions and improve detection and reduction of subtle instability.
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- Minton Truitt Cooper
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Virginia, Box 800159, Charlottesvlle, VA 22908, USA.
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Syndesmosis Injury From Diagnosis to Repair: Physical Examination, Diagnosis, and Arthroscopic-assisted Reduction. J Am Acad Orthop Surg 2020; 28:517-527. [PMID: 32109919 DOI: 10.5435/jaaos-d-19-00358] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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Injuries to the tibio-fibular syndesmotic ligaments are different than ankle collateral ligament injuries and occur in isolation or combination with malleolar fractures. Syndesmotic ligament injury can lead to prolonged functional limitations and ultimately long-term ankle dysfunction if not identified and treated appropriately. The syndesmosis complex is a relatively simple construct of well-documented ligaments, but the dynamic kinematics and the effects of disruption have been a point of contention in diagnosis and treatment. Syndesmotic ligament injuries are sometimes referred to as "high ankle sprains" because the syndesmotic ligaments are more proximal than the collateral ligaments of the ankle joint. Rotational injuries to the ankle often result in malleolar fractures, which can be combined with ankle joint or syndesmotic ligament injuries. Most of the orthopaedic literature to this point has addressed syndesmosis ligament injuries in combination with fractures and not isolated syndesmotic ligament injuries. Thus, we propose a simplified general video guide to do the diagnostic examinations and arthroscopic-assisted reduction based on current evidence-based medicine.
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Sherman TI. Editorial Commentary: Optimizing Surgical Management of Ankle Fractures: Is Arthroscopy the Answer? Arthroscopy 2020; 36:1722-1724. [PMID: 32503780 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.03.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2020] [Accepted: 03/12/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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The surgical management of ankle fractures can be an unforgiving endeavor. Subtle malreductions in fracture fragments lead to significant deviations in joint reactive forces and, consequently, accelerated arthritis. The diagnosis of associated ligamentous pathology, such as deltoid and syndesmotic injuries, is often difficult and ideal surgical management is debated. Ankle fractures that are seemingly optimally managed using traditional surgical techniques may remain persistently painful and function poorly-a scenario that begs the question, was there more to the injury than met the eye (or radiographs)? Here, unrecognized concomitant intra-articular injuries and subtle surgical malreductions have been implicated. In my practice, concurrent ankle arthroscopy at the time of definitive acute ankle fracture reduction and fixation results in improved accuracy of reduction, evaluation and management of concomitant syndesmotic and ligamentous injuries, assessment and treatment of occult intra-articular injuries, options for less-invasive fixation techniques through arthroscopic reduction, and a means to provide prognostic patient information. I typically reserve its use for fracture patterns that have been more closely associated with intra-articular injuries: high-energy mechanism injuries, Weber B and C fibula fractures, and those with a high likelihood of syndesmotic disruption based on preoperative imaging. Despite these intuitive advantages, concurrent ankle arthroscopy for acute fracture fixation is not routinely performed by most orthopedic surgeons, and a relative dearth of literature regarding its use and clinical impact remains.
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Liu C, You JX, Yang J, Zhu HF, Yu HJ, Fan SW, Li HY. Arthroscopy-Assisted Reduction in the Management of Isolated Medial Malleolar Fracture. Arthroscopy 2020; 36:1714-1721. [PMID: 32057988 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2020.01.053] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/05/2019] [Revised: 01/19/2020] [Accepted: 01/20/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To evaluate the feasibility of arthroscopic reduction percutaneous fixation (ARPF) in the treatment of isolated medial malleolar fracture and compare the results with those of conventional open reduction internal fixation (ORIF). METHODS This prospective study enrolled 77 patients with isolated medial malleolar fracture between November 2011 and February 2016. The patients were assigned to the ARPF (n = 34) and ORIF (n = 43) groups. The Olerud-Molander ankle score (OMAS), ankle range of motion (ROM), visual analog scale, and radiographic evaluation were determined at the scheduled follow-up. RESULTS In the ARPF group, 11 of 34 patients (32.4%) had chondral lesions. Tears of the deltoid ligament and anterior inferior tibiofibular ligament were noted in 3 (8.8%) and 15 (44.1%) patients, respectively. The mean follow-up was 5 years. The mean OMAS was higher in the ARPF group than in the ORIF group. The differences were statistically significant at 6 months (mean ± standard deviation, 80.2 ± 4.0 for ARPF vs 77.2 ± 4.1 for ORIF, P = .005) and 1 year (92.9 ± 4.9 vs 88.1 ± 4.6, P < .001), but not at the latest follow-up (P = .081). Ankle ROM was markedly improved in the ARPF group, unlike in the ORIF group at 6 months (dorsiflexion, P = .025; plantarflexion, P < .001) and 1 year (dorsiflexion and plantarflexion, P < .001). The improvement remained at the latest follow-up in plantarflexion (P = .001) but not in dorsiflexion (P = .354). CONCLUSIONS Arthroscopy-assisted reduction is a feasible alternative modality with superior short-term outcomes for treating isolated medial malleolar fracture, but its superiority may be attenuated in the intermediate term. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, comparative study.
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- Chao Liu
- Department of Orthopedics, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Hangzhou 310016, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Hangzhou 310016, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Hangzhou 310016, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Hangzhou 310016, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Hangzhou 310016, China
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- Key Laboratory of Musculoskeletal System Degeneration and Regeneration Translational Research of Zhejiang Province, Hangzhou 310016, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, Hangzhou 310016, China.
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Smith KS, Drexelius K, Challa S, Moon DK, Metzl JA, Hunt KJ. Outcomes Following Ankle Fracture Fixation With or Without Ankle Arthroscopy. FOOT & ANKLE ORTHOPAEDICS 2020; 5:2473011420904046. [PMID: 35097364 PMCID: PMC8697299 DOI: 10.1177/2473011420904046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background: Ankle fractures are one of the most common orthopedic injuries, and although most patients have a satisfactory outcome following operative fixation, there are patients that have persistent pain despite anatomic reduction. Intra-articular injuries have been suggested as one potential cause of these suboptimal outcomes. Our study assesses the clinical impact of performing an ankle arthroscopy during ankle fracture open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). Methods: This was a retrospective chart review of all patients who underwent operative fixation of a bimalleolar or trimalleolar ankle fracture at our institution from 2014 through 2018. We extracted all demographic data, fracture pattern, operative procedures performed, tourniquet times, arthroscopic findings and any arthroscopic interventions. We then conducted a phone and e-mail survey. Our study included 213 total patients (142 traditional ORIF, 71 ORIF plus arthroscopy) with an average age of 40 years. The average follow-up was 32.4 months with a survey follow-up rate of 50.7% (110/213). Results: The average tourniquet time for the arthroscopy cohort was 10 minutes longer (89 minutes vs 79 minutes). During the arthroscopy, there was a 28% (20/71) rate of full-thickness osteochondral lesions, 33% (24/71) rate of loose bodies, and a 49% (35/71) rate of partial-thickness cartilage injury. The mean Patient Reported Outcome Information System (PROMIS) physical function score among Weber B fibula fractures was 45.8 and 42.3 in the arthroscopy and nonarthroscopy groups, respectively (P = .012). In addition, the patient satisfaction rate in Weber B fibula fractures was higher in those patients who underwent arthroscopy compared with ORIF alone (93% vs 75%, P = .05). Patients who had a tibiotalar joint dislocation at the time of the ankle fracture had a significantly higher PROMIS physical function score (46.6 vs 40.2, P = .005) when their surgery included arthroscopy. Conclusion: Ankle arthroscopy at the time of ORIF led to statistically significant improvements in patient-reported outcomes for Weber B fibula fractures and ankle dislocations. There was no increase in complication rates and the arthroscopy took 10 minutes longer on average. Level of Evidence: Level III, retrospective cohort study.
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- Kenneth S Smith
- Department of Orthopedics, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, CO, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, CO, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, CO, USA
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- University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, CO, USA
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Prevalence and associated factors of intra-articular lesions in acute ankle fractures evaluated by arthroscopy and clinical outcomes with minimum 24-month follow-up. Chin Med J (Engl) 2020; 132:1802-1806. [PMID: 31335476 PMCID: PMC6759123 DOI: 10.1097/cm9.0000000000000342] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background: Acute ankle fractures can lead to high rate of concomitant intra-articular lesions which may compromise clinical results. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the incidence of concomitant intra-articular lesions in acute ankle fractures with arthroscopy. We also sought to analyze the relationship between intra-articular lesions and the fracture type, as well as the severity of the fracture. Methods: It was a retrospective cohort study. From April 2014 to December 2015, we have chosen arthroscopy-assisted open reduction and internal fixation (AORIF) for the treatment of unstable acute ankle fractures. All concomitant intra-articular lesions were assessed and documented carefully and prospectively, such as ligament injuries, osteochondral lesions, and tibiofibular syndesmosis injuries. All fractures were classified according to the Lauge-Hansen classification system. The American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society's (AOFAS) ankle-hindfoot scale was used to assess post-operative function. Statistical comparisons between the intra-articular lesions, the fracture type, and the severity of the presenting fracture were performed using a Chi-squared analysis. Results: Data of 36 patients were analyzed in the study, including 23 supination-type fractures and 13 pronation-type fractures. The incidence of tibiofibular syndesmosis injuries, chondral lesions, and loose bodies were 92%, 72%, and 39%, respectively. Avulsion fractures of the anterior tibiofibular syndesmosis were more commonly found in supination-type fractures than pronation-type fracture (45% vs. 15%, χ2 = 5.78, P = 0.02), which would cause mechanical blocking in the anterior portion of the ankle. On the contrary, chondral lesions were more commonly found in the more severe fractures than mild fractures (86% vs. 53%, χ2 = 4.57, P = 0.03). A mean 41.7 months (range, 33.0–51.0 months) of follow-up was achieved. A mean AOFAS's ankle-hindfoot scale was 96.9, and 97.2% of the patients were satisfied with the procedure. Conclusions: Acute ankle fractures have a high incidence of concomitant intra-articular lesions. Avulsion fractures of the anterior tibiofibular syndesmosis are more commonly found in supination-type fractures. Chondral lesions are related to the severity of the fractures, but not with the classification of the fractures. AORIF can be one reliable solution in dealing with the associated injuries seen with acute ankle fractures.
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Wright DJ, Bariteau JT, Hsu AR. Advances in the Surgical Management of Ankle Fractures. FOOT & ANKLE ORTHOPAEDICS 2019; 4:2473011419888505. [PMID: 35097351 PMCID: PMC8697288 DOI: 10.1177/2473011419888505] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Ankle fractures are one of the most common injuries treated by orthopedic surgeons worldwide. However, operative indications, techniques, and reported outcomes following operative fixation vary widely in the literature. This evidence-based review focuses on recent advances in the operative management of ankle fractures including arthroscopic-assisted surgery, deltoid ligament complex repair, expanded indications for posterior malleolus fixation, fibula intramedullary nailing, and dynamic syndesmosis repair. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level V, expert opinion.
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- David J Wright
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California-Irvine, Orange, CA, USA
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- Department of Orthopedics, University School of Medicine Emory, Atlanta, GA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California-Irvine, Orange, CA, USA
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Arthroscopic Reduction and Minimally Invasive Surgery in Supination-External Rotation Ankle Fractures: A Comparative Study With Open Reduction. Arthroscopy 2019; 35:2671-2683. [PMID: 31500754 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2019.03.051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/01/2018] [Revised: 03/17/2019] [Accepted: 03/22/2019] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To describe an algorithm for arthroscopic reduction and minimally invasive surgery (ARMIS) and compare the surgical outcomes with standard open reduction-internal fixation (ORIF) for the treatment of supination-external rotation (SER) ankle fractures. METHODS The inclusion criteria for this study were patients aged 16 years or older, the presence of a unilateral SER fracture, and injuries less than 2 weeks old. We retrospectively identified patients with SER fractures who underwent ORIF from January 2008 to December 2011 or ARMIS from January 2012 to December 2015. Data collected in December 2013 for the ORIF group and in December 2017 for the ARMIS group were compared. The algorithm for ARMIS was minimally invasive plating for lateral malleolar fractures first, followed by ankle arthroscopy for detection of syndesmotic injuries and then arthroscopic reduction of medial malleolar fractures or mini-open repair of the deltoid ligament. The talocrural angle, fibular length, tibiomedial malleolar angle, medial clear space, and tibiofibular clear space were measured radiographically. Functional evaluations included the visual analog scale pain score, American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society ankle-hindfoot scales, and range of motion of bilateral ankles. Complications and reoperations were recorded for comparison. RESULTS A total of 105 patients with SER fractures, 65 in the ARMIS group and 40 in the ORIF group, were included. Significantly lower incidences of complications (7.7% vs 27.5%, P = .006) and reoperations (1.5% vs 12.5%, P = .029) were found in the ARMIS group than in the ORIF group. More syndesmotic injuries were detected in the ARMIS group than in the ORIS group (80% vs 57.5%, P = .021). The visual analog scale pain score was significantly lower on day 3 postoperatively in the ARMIS group than in the ORIS group (1.96 ± 1.18 vs 2.83 ± 1.07, P = .027). The postoperative stay was shorter in the ARMIS group than in the ORIF group (3.66 ± 1.39 days vs 4.46 ± 2.23 days, P = .024). The operative time was longer in the ARMIS group than in the ORIS group (105.22 ± 27.13 minutes vs 93.59 ± 22.79 minutes, P = .038). A longer fluoroscopic time (0.43 ± 0.25 minutes vs 0.17 ± 0.07 minutes, P < .001) and a higher dose of irradiation (1,216.46 ± 603.99 μGy vs 389.38 ± 217.89 μGy, P < .001) were observed in the ARMIS group. No significant differences in radiographic measurements were found between the operative and nonoperative ankles in both groups. CONCLUSIONS Our algorithm and the ARMIS techniques may be a safe, reliable, and effective option in the treatment of SER fractures. ARMIS achieves promising surgical outcomes with less early postoperative pain, a shorter postoperative stay, and lower incidences of complications and reoperations compared with ORIF. However, the operative time is longer and the irradiation dose is higher with the ARMIS techniques. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, retrospective comparative study.
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Wenxian P, Mehta KV. Rare Bosworth Fracture-Dislocation Variant of an Irreducible Distal Fibula Dislocation of the Ankle Without Fibula Fracture. FOOT & ANKLE ORTHOPAEDICS 2019; 4:2473011418820903. [PMID: 35097317 PMCID: PMC8696902 DOI: 10.1177/2473011418820903] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022] Open
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Background:Irreducible fracture-dislocations of the ankle are rare orthopedic emergencies that should not be missed. The Bosworth fracture-dislocation is a rare fracture where an incarcerated fibula fragment remains locked behind the posterior lateral tubercle of the tibia. We present a case describing a variation of a Bosworth injury, with a dislocation of an intact distal fibula with an associated medial malleolus fracture.Methods:Our patient is a 55-year old male who presented to the emergency department with a left ankle injury after being involved in a road traffic accident. Radiographs show a posterior dislocation of an intact distal fibula associated with a fracture of the medial malleolus and disruption of the ankle mortise.Results:An attempt to reduce the dislocation at the emergency department under sedation was unsuccessful. The patient was subsequently taken to the operating theatre for manipulation and reduction and application of an external fixator. Definitive fixation was performed successfully a week later.Conclusion:A high index of suspicion is critical for diagnosing a Bosworth fracture-dislocation, as this diagnosis is commonly missed. Early diagnosis and proper surgical anatomic reduction are important to prevent chronic ankle instability and evolution towards ankle arthritis.Level of Evidence:Level IV, case study.
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- Png Wenxian
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Changi General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Changi General Hospital, Singapore, Singapore
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Lambers KTA, Saarig A, Turner H, Stufkens SAS, Doornberg JN, Kerkhoffs GMMJ, Jaarsma R. Prevalence of Osteochondral Lesions in Rotational Type Ankle Fractures With Syndesmotic Injury. Foot Ankle Int 2019; 40:159-166. [PMID: 30304961 DOI: 10.1177/1071100718804818] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND: The aim of this study was to report the incidence of associated osteochondral lesions (OCLs) on postop CTs, which may benefit from arthroscopic treatment, in patients with rotational type ankle fractures with syndesmotic injury. The diagnosis and treatment of associated OCLs may be an additional benefit of the use of arthroscopy in the management of rotational type ankle fractures with syndesmotic injury. METHODS: We retrospectively reviewed data of a prospective cohort study of patients who underwent open reduction and surgical fixation of an ankle fracture with syndesmotic injury. These patients underwent routine bilateral postoperative CT assessment. Two independent observers classified ankle fractures according to Weber and OCLs according to the classification system by Berndt and Harty. Fifty-nine patients were included. There were 19 (32%) Weber B type ankle fractures and 39 (66%) Weber C type fractures. One patient (2%) had fixation for a medial malleolus fracture and syndesmotic rupture without fibula fracture. RESULTS: Talar OCLs were present in 8 patients (14%). In one patient, 2 OCLs were found, which resulted in a total of 9 lesions. Two lesions were found on the medial side, both anterior. The other 7 were located laterally, of which 1 was anterior, 3 central, and 3 posterior on the talus. According to the Berndt and Harty classification, 1 was classified as stage I, 4 as stage III, and 4 as stage IV. CONCLUSION: The prevalence of OCLs in ankle fractures with syndesmotic instability was 14%. We believe that lesions were arthroscopically accessible in 6 patients (10%). Moreover, most lesions were located on the lateral dome, and thus also potentially approachable through an anterolateral arthrotomy during open reduction and internal fixation. The majority of OCLs found in this series were Berndt and Harty type III or IV, and so likely would preferably have been addressed during the index procedure. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level III, diagnostic cohort study.
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- Kaj T A Lambers
- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia.,2 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Academic Medical Center (AMC), Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC/VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia.,2 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Academic Medical Center (AMC), Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC/VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 3 Department of Radiology, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
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- 2 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Academic Medical Center (AMC), Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC/VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia.,2 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Academic Medical Center (AMC), Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC/VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 2 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Academic Medical Center (AMC), Academic Center for Evidence Based Sports Medicine (ACES), Amsterdam Collaboration for Health and Safety in Sports (ACHSS), AMC/VUmc IOC Research Center, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- 1 Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Flinders University, Adelaide, Australia
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Gaul F, Tírico LEP, McCauley JC, Pulido PA, Bugbee WD. Osteochondral Allograft Transplantation for Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus: Midterm Follow-up. Foot Ankle Int 2019; 40:202-209. [PMID: 30383977 DOI: 10.1177/1071100718805064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND: Fresh osteochondral allograft (OCA) transplantation represents a biologic restoration technique as an alternative treatment option for larger osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLT). The purpose of this study was to evaluate midterm outcomes after OCA transplantation for the treatment of OLT. METHODS: Nineteen patients (20 ankles) received partial unipolar OCA transplant for symptomatic OLT between January 1998 and October 2014. The mean age was 34.7 years, and 53% were male. The average graft size was 3.8 cm2. All patients had a minimum follow-up of 2 years. Outcomes included the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Foot and Ankle Module (AAOS-FAM), the Olerud-Molander Ankle Score (OMAS), and pain and satisfaction questionnaires. Failure of OCA was defined as conversion to arthrodesis or revision OCA transplantation. RESULTS: Five of 20 ankles (25%) required further surgery, of which 3 (5%) were considered OCA failures (2 arthrodesis and 1 OCA revision). The mean time to failure was 3.5 (range, 0.9 to 6.7) years. Survivorship was 88.7% at 5 years and 81.3% at 10 years. The median follow-up of the 17 patients with grafts in situ was 9.7 years. The mean OMAS improved significantly from 40 points preoperatively to 71 points postoperatively ( P < .05; range, 5 to 55). The mean postoperative AAOS-FAM core score was 81.5 ± 15 (range, 40.5 to 96.6). Fifteen of 17 patients responded to follow-up questions regarding their ankle; 14 patients reported less pain and better function, and 13 patients were satisfied with the results of the procedure. CONCLUSION: Our study of midterm results after OCA transplantations showed that this procedure was a reasonable treatment option for large OLT. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level IV, case series.
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- Florian Gaul
- 1 Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education at Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA.,2 The Scripps Research Institute, La Jolla, CA, USA.,3 Department of Orthopaedic, Trauma and Plastic Surgery, University Hospital Leipzig, Leipzig, Germany
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- 4 Hospital das Clinicas, Medical School, University of São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
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- 1 Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education at Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- 1 Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research and Education at Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- 5 Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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Karim A, So E, Taylor BC, Degenova D, Nace WC. Ankle Fracture Fixation: Medial or Lateral First? J Foot Ankle Surg 2019; 58:75-79. [PMID: 30448377 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2018.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/24/2018] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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In unstable ankle fractures, the importance of reducing the lateral malleolus first to obtain an anatomic reduction of the talus is well established. Although this is a time-tested and common surgical approach, current surgical practice does not always follow the established dogma. Medial-first fixation may be a worthwhile alternative to lateral-first fixation in select instances. We performed a retrospective, cohort study in an urban level I trauma center to compare medial malleolus-first fixation of unstable ankle fractures with lateral malleolus-first fixation. Patient demographics, injury characteristics, and radiographic metrics including pre-, intra-, and final postoperative talocrural angles, medial clear space, and tibiofibular overlap were assessed. Complications were also reviewed. A total of 280 adult patients with operative bimalleolar ankle fractures from January 2010 to January 2015 met inclusion criteria. There were more open fractures (23.2% vs 9.4%, p = .01) and less isolated injuries in the medial-first group (59.2% vs 71.0%, p = .02). There were less isolated operative procedures (80.3% vs 89.1%, p = .04) and more intramedullary screw placement of the lateral malleolus (11.2% vs 4.3% p = .02) in the medial-first fixation group. There was also a strong trend in identifying more posterior tibial tendon injuries in the medial-first group compared with the lateral-first group (3.5% vs 0%, p = .06). There were no significant differences in fluoroscopy times or radiographic variables in the preoperative, intraoperative, or most recent postoperative images between either group. This approach demonstrates equivalent radiographic outcomes to lateral-first fixation and may be appropriate in select cases.
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- Ammar Karim
- Orthopaedic Trauma Surgeon, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Doctors Hospital, Columbus, OH
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- Podiatric Surgeon, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Doctors Hospital, Columbus, OH
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- Fellowship Director, Orthopaedic Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Grant Medical Center, Columbus, OH.
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- Medical Student, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Doctors Hospital, Columbus, OH
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- Medical Student, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Doctors Hospital, Columbus, OH
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Yasui Y, Shimozono Y, Hung CW, Marangon A, Wollstein A, Gianakos AL, Murawski CD, Kennedy JG. Postoperative Reoperations and Complications in 32,307 Ankle Fractures With and Without Concurrent Ankle Arthroscopic Procedures in a 5-Year Period Based on a Large U.S. Healthcare Database. J Foot Ankle Surg 2019; 58:6-9. [PMID: 30243789 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2018.03.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2017] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Residual symptoms often persist even after successful operative reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of ankle fractures. Concurrent ankle arthroscopic procedures (CAAPs) have been proposed to improve clinical outcomes; however, a dearth of evidence is available supporting this practice. The purpose of the present study was to investigate the reoperation and complication rates after ORIF of ankle fractures with and without CAAPs. Reoperations and complications after ORIF of ankle fractures were identified using the PearlDiver database from January 2007 to December 2011. The CAAPs included bone marrow stimulation, debridement, synovectomy, and unspecified cartilage procedures. Reoperation procedures consisted of ankle fracture repeat fixation, arthroscopic procedures, osteochondral autograft transfers, and ankle arthrodesis. Of the 32,307 patients who underwent ankle fracture fixation, 248 received CAAP and 32,059 did not. No significant difference was found in the reoperation rate between the 2 groups (7.7% versus 8.6%; odds ratio 0.89; 95% confidence interval 0.55 to 1.42; p = .61). Of the 248 patients in the CAAP group, 19 (7.7%) underwent reoperation, of which 13 (68.4%) were arthroscopic debridement and 6 were either ankle refixation or osteochondral autograft transfer. For the non-CAAP group, 3021 reoperation procedures were performed, consisting of ankle refixation in 83.2%, arthroscopic procedures in 14.3%, and ankle arthrodesis in 2.5%. The complication rate in the non-CAAP group included wound dehiscence in 2.4%, wound surgery in 0.4%, deep vein thrombosis in 0.8%, and pulmonary embolism in 0.4%. No complications were detected in the CAAP group. Ankle fracture fixation with CAAPs did not increase the postoperative reoperation rate compared with ankle fracture fixation without CAAPs.
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- Youichi Yasui
- Orthopaedic Surgeon, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Teikyo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan
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- Medical Student, New York Medical College, Valhalla, NY
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- Medical Student, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pittsburgh, PA
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- Attending Orthopaedic Surgeon, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY.
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Ankle arthroscopy is a diagnostic and therapeutic surgical procedure which was first attempted on cadavers by Dr Burman in 1931 and first successfully described in patients by Dr Takagi in 1939. Two general approaches to ankle arthroscopy currently exist: (1) anterior ankle arthroscopy and (2) posterior ankle arthroscopy. The indications for ankle arthroscopy have expanded as increased experience has been obtained treating various pathologic entities and as the surgical results have been reported in the literature. There has been significant progress in ankle arthroscopic surgery over the past decades, notably allowing surgical procedures to be performed with fewer complications and with quicker return to work and play. We anticipate that expanding indications for arthroscopic ankle surgical procedures combined with further development of biomedical devices to enhance these procedures will result in improved patient outcomes in the future.
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- Yoshiharu Shimozono
- Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Teikyo University School of Medicine, Tokyo
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Kyoto University Graduate School of Medicine, Kyoto, Japan
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- Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
- Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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DeSandis BA, Haleem AM, Sofka CM, O'Malley MJ, Drakos MC. Arthroscopic Treatment of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus Using Juvenile Articular Cartilage Allograft and Autologous Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentration. J Foot Ankle Surg 2018; 57:273-280. [PMID: 29305041 DOI: 10.1053/j.jfas.2017.09.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2017] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Juvenile allogenic chondrocyte implantation (JACI; DeNovo NT Natural Tissue Graft®; Zimmer, Warsaw, IN) with autologous bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) is a relatively new all-arthroscopic procedure for treating critical-size osteochondral lesions (OCLs) of the talus. Few studies have investigated the clinical and radiographic outcomes of this procedure. We collected the clinical and radiographic outcomes of patients who had undergone JACI-BMAC for talar OCLs to assess treatment efficacy and cartilage repair tissue quality using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Forty-six patients with critical-size OCLs (≥6 mm widest diameter) received JACI-BMAC from 2012 to 2014. We performed a retrospective medical record review and assessed the functional outcomes pre- and postoperatively using the Foot and Ankle Outcome Score (FAOS) and Short-Form 12-item general health questionnaire. MRI was performed preoperatively and at 12 and 24 months postoperatively. Cartilage morphology was evaluated on postoperative MRI scans using the magnetic resonance observation of cartilage tissue (MOCART) score. The pre- to postoperative changes and relationships between outcomes and lesion size, bone grafting, lesion location, instability, hypertrophy, and MOCART scores were analyzed. Overall, the mean questionnaire scores improved significantly, with almost every FAOS subscale showing significant improvement postoperatively. Concurrent instability resulted in more changes that were statistically significant. The use of bone grafting and the presence of hypertrophy did not result in statistically significant changes in the outcomes. Factors associated with outcomes were lesion size and hypertrophy. Increasing lesion size was associated with decreased FAOS quality of life subscale and hypertrophy correlating with changes in the pain subscale. Of the 46 patients, 22 had undergone postoperative MRI scans that were scored. The average MOCART score was 46.8. Most patients demonstrated a persistent bone marrow edema pattern and hypertrophy of the reparative cartilage. Juvenile articular cartilage implantation of the DeNovo NT allograft and BMAC resulted in improved functional outcome scores; however, the reparative tissue still exhibited fibrocartilage composition radiographically. Further studies are needed to investigate the long-term outcomes and determine the superiority of the arthroscopic DeNovo procedure compared with microfracture and other cartilage resurfacing procedures.
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- Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Oklahoma University, Oklahoma City, OK; Lecturer, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Kasr Al-Ainy College of Medicine, Cairo University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Associate Attending Radiologist, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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- Associate Attending Orthopedic Surgeon, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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- Assistant Attending Orthopedic Surgeon, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY
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Da Cunha RJ, Karnovsky SC, Schairer W, Drakos MC. Ankle Arthroscopy for Diagnosis of Full-thickness Talar Cartilage Lesions in the Setting of Acute Ankle Fractures. Arthroscopy 2018; 34:1950-1957. [PMID: 29398212 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2017.12.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/10/2017] [Revised: 12/01/2017] [Accepted: 12/05/2017] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE To delineate the prevalence of chondral lesions, in particular full-thickness talar dome lesions, with concurrent arthroscopy in acute ankle fracture open reduction-internal fixation (ORIF) and evaluate the impact on clinical outcomes. METHODS We conducted a retrospective chart review of prospectively collected registry data at our institution from 2012 to 2016. Consecutive patients who underwent acute ankle fracture ORIF with concurrent arthroscopy were identified. Charts were reviewed to determine the prevalence and grade of chondral lesions, fracture type, and associated factors. Clinical outcomes with a minimum of 1 year of follow-up were assessed using the Foot and Ankle Outcome Score. RESULTS The study included 116 consecutive patients undergoing acute ankle fracture ORIF with concurrent arthroscopy. A chondral lesion was identified in 78% (90 of 116). A full-thickness talar dome chondral lesion was identified in 43% of these patients (39 of 90). Patient age was a significant predictor, with patients younger than 30 years being less likely to have a chondral injury than those aged 30 years or older (59% vs 85%, P = .0077). Of the patients who sustained a dislocation at the time of injury, 100% had a chondral lesion (P = .039). Patients with complete syndesmosis disruption and instability were also more likely to have a chondral lesion (96% vs 73%, P = .013). Patients with chondral lesions had statistically significantly worse clinical outcomes than those without them (Foot and Ankle Outcome Score, 81.2 vs 92.1; P = .009). CONCLUSIONS Ankle arthroscopy performed concomitantly with ankle ORIF is a useful tool in diagnosing chondral injuries. Chondral lesions are common with ankle fractures. An ankle with a dislocation at presentation or a syndesmotic injury may be more likely to present with a chondral lesion and should thus prompt evaluation. The presence of a talar chondral injury may be associated with a negative impact on clinical outcomes. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, therapeutic case series.
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- Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York, U.S.A
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The indications for arthroscopy have expanded over the years. Arthroscopic-assisted open reduction internal fixation in the setting of acute trauma is gaining popularity with foot and ankle surgeons. It serves to facilitate direct visualization of fracture fragments and allows for precise articular reduction with minimal soft tissue insult. Current evidence reports a high incidence of chondral injury with ankle fractures. Arthroscopy performed at the time of open reduction internal fixation allows for joint inspection and potential treatment of these posttraumatic defects.
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Kreulen C, Giza E, Walton J, Sullivan M. Seven-Year Follow-up of Matrix-Induced Autologous Implantation in Talus Articular Defects. Foot Ankle Spec 2018; 11:133-137. [PMID: 28587484 DOI: 10.1177/1938640017713614] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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BACKGROUND Osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLT) are difficult to treat because of the poor intrinsic healing capability of articular cartilage. Matrix-induced autologous chondrocyte implantation (MACI) has been shown to be a reliable method for treating cartilage lesions that fail to respond to traditional microfracture and debridement. The purpose of this study was to assess 7-year clinical follow-up data of this technique and demonstrate midterm success of this implant. METHODS A prospective investigation of MACI was performed on 10 patients with OLTs who had failed previous arthroscopic treatment. In all, 5 male and 5 female patients were included in the study. Of the 10 patients, 9 were available for 7-year follow-up. Functional and clinical evaluations were done at 7 years postoperatively using the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) hindfoot evaluation and the Short Form Health Survey (SF-36) and compared with preoperative values. RESULTS SF-36 data at 7 years showed significant improvements in Physical Functioning (P < .01), Lack of Bodily Pain (P < .1), and Social Functioning (P < .001) compared with preoperative data. The mean AOFAS hindfoot scores of the 9 patients at 7 years was 78.3 ± 18.1 (P = .05) compared with their preoperative mean of 61.8 ± 14.3. CONCLUSIONS MACI provides a stable midterm chondral replacement strategy for osteochondral lesions that fail initial microfracture. LEVELS OF EVIDENCE Level IV: Prospective case series.
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- Christopher Kreulen
- Department of Orthopaedics, Foot and Ankle Surgery (CK, EG), University of California, Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, California.,University of New South Wales, Kogarah, NSW, Australia (JW).,St Vincent's Clinic, Darlinghurst, NSW, Australia (MS)
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Foot and Ankle Surgery (CK, EG), University of California, Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, California.,University of New South Wales, Kogarah, NSW, Australia (JW).,St Vincent's Clinic, Darlinghurst, NSW, Australia (MS)
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Foot and Ankle Surgery (CK, EG), University of California, Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, California.,University of New South Wales, Kogarah, NSW, Australia (JW).,St Vincent's Clinic, Darlinghurst, NSW, Australia (MS)
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Foot and Ankle Surgery (CK, EG), University of California, Davis Medical Center, Sacramento, California.,University of New South Wales, Kogarah, NSW, Australia (JW).,St Vincent's Clinic, Darlinghurst, NSW, Australia (MS)
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Kumar A, Mishra P, Tandon A, Arora R, Chadha M. Effect of CT on Management Plan in Malleolar Ankle Fractures. Foot Ankle Int 2018; 39:59-66. [PMID: 29232164 DOI: 10.1177/1071100717732746] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Conventionally ankle fractures have been classified using plain radiographs. Because of complex 3-dimensional anatomy and complexity of injuries, plain radiographs may not always be able to clearly depict the complete fracture pattern. There is a paucity of studies regarding the utility of computed tomography (CT) scanning in malleolar ankle fractures (MAFs). Hence, we conducted this study to further understand the role of the CT scan in MAFs. METHODS A prospective study of 56 consecutive malleolar ankle fractures was conducted. In the first evaluation by a team of 3 observers, a management plan was made based on plain radiographs. All patients received a CT scan evaluation with a standard protocol. The second evaluation by the same team included formulating an operative plan based on the CT. RESULTS In 13 (23.2%) cases, the management plan changed after CT evaluation. In most of the cases, the change in the management plan included an alteration in fixation of the posterior malleolus followed by lateral malleolus in 4 cases. Most of the changes took place in AO 44 type C followed by types B and A. Maximum change was noted in trimalleolar fractures followed by bimalleolar and unimalleolar. The most common morphological characteristic fracture identified on CT scan that was not evident on plain radiography was Chaput fracture in 17 cases. CONCLUSION CT scan evaluation of MAFs changed the management plan in a significant number of cases, especially if the fractured fragment included a posterior malleolus, AO type C, and/or if 2 or more malleoli were fractured as noted on plain x rays. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, case series.
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- Ashwani Kumar
- 1 Department of Orthopedics, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi, India
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- 1 Department of Orthopedics, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi, India
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- 2 Department of Radiology, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi, India
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- 3 Sports Injury Centre, Safdarjung Hospital, Delhi, India
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- 1 Department of Orthopedics, University College of Medical Sciences and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi, India
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Lee KM, Ahmed S, Park MS, Sung KH, Lee SY, Koo S. Effectiveness of arthroscopically assisted surgery for ankle fractures: A meta-analysis. Injury 2017; 48:2318-2322. [PMID: 28754239 DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2017.07.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/11/2017] [Revised: 06/27/2017] [Accepted: 07/10/2017] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION This meta-analysis was performed to determine whether the arthroscopically assisted open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) for ankle fractures is more beneficial than the conventional ORIF. METHODS Articles in electronic medial databases were searched between March 1983 and August 2016, including Pubmed and SCOPUS. We included the studies with comparative design comparing the surgical outcomes between the arthroscopically assisted ORIF for ankle fractures and the conventional ORIF. Finally, two RCTs and two retrospective comparative studies were included for analysis. Mean and standard deviation (SD) of postoperative functional scores, number of subjects, and P-values were extracted from the studies. In addition, postoperative follow-up period, fracture type, and study quality were collected. RESULTS The pooled effect size of the four studies 0.535 (95% CI, 0.247-0.823) in Hedges's g, which favored the arthroscopically assisted ORIF over conventional ORIF. There was no evidence of publication bias in funnel plot and in Egger's test (p=0.534). CONCLUSION The arthroscopically assisted ORIF for ankle fractures were more beneficial than the conventional ORIF in the current evidences. However, since it needs more medical cost and longer operation time, possible additional complications and cost effectiveness are to be validated in future studies.
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- Kyoung Min Lee
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Kyungki 463-707, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, UCSD Medial Center, 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103, USA.
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Kyungki 463-707, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Seoul National University Bundang Hospital, Kyungki 463-707, South Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Ewha Women's Mokdong Hospital, Seoul 07985, South Korea
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Chung-Ang University, Seoul 06974, South Korea
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Vega J, Dalmau-Pastor M, Malagelada F, Fargues-Polo B, Peña F. Ankle Arthroscopy: An Update. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2017; 99:1395-1407. [PMID: 28816902 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.16.00046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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- Jordi Vega
- 1Foot and Ankle Unit, Hospital Quirón Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain 2Human Anatomy and Embriology Unit, Department of Pathology and Experimental Therapeutics, University of Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain 3Manresa Health Science School, University of Vic-Central University of Catalonia, Barcelona, Spain 4Foot and Ankle Unit, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Heatherwood and Wexham Park Hospitals, Frimley Health NHS Trust, Ascot, Berkshire, United Kingdom 5Foot and Ankle Unit, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Linklater JM, Hayter CL, Vu D. Imaging of Acute Capsuloligamentous Sports Injuries in the Ankle and Foot: Sports Imaging Series. Radiology 2017; 283:644-662. [DOI: 10.1148/radiol.2017152442] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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- James M. Linklater
- From Castlereagh Imaging, 60 Pacific Hwy, St Leonards, Sydney, NSW, Australia 2065 (J.M.L., C.L.H.); and Department of Anatomy, School of Medical Science, University of Notre-Dame Australia, Sydney, Australia (D.V.)
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- From Castlereagh Imaging, 60 Pacific Hwy, St Leonards, Sydney, NSW, Australia 2065 (J.M.L., C.L.H.); and Department of Anatomy, School of Medical Science, University of Notre-Dame Australia, Sydney, Australia (D.V.)
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- From Castlereagh Imaging, 60 Pacific Hwy, St Leonards, Sydney, NSW, Australia 2065 (J.M.L., C.L.H.); and Department of Anatomy, School of Medical Science, University of Notre-Dame Australia, Sydney, Australia (D.V.)
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Delco ML, Kennedy JG, Bonassar LJ, Fortier LA. Post-traumatic osteoarthritis of the ankle: A distinct clinical entity requiring new research approaches. J Orthop Res 2017; 35:440-453. [PMID: 27764893 PMCID: PMC5467729 DOI: 10.1002/jor.23462] [Citation(s) in RCA: 92] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/15/2016] [Accepted: 10/07/2016] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The diagnosis of ankle osteoarthritis (OA) is increasing as a result of advancements in non-invasive imaging modalities such as magnetic resonance imaging, improved arthroscopic surgical technology and heightened awareness among clinicians. Unlike OA of the knee, primary or age-related ankle OA is rare, with the majority of ankle OA classified as post-traumatic (PTOA). Ankle trauma, more specifically ankle sprain, is the single most common athletic injury, and no effective therapies are available to prevent or slow progression of PTOA. Despite the high incidence of ankle trauma and OA, ankle-related OA research is sparse, with the majority of clinical and basic studies pertaining to the knee joint. Fundamental differences exist between joints including their structure and molecular composition, response to trauma, susceptibility to OA, clinical manifestations of disease, and response to treatment. Considerable evidence suggests that research findings from knee should not be extrapolated to the ankle, however few ankle-specific preclinical models of PTOA are currently available. The objective of this article is to review the current state of ankle OA investigation, highlighting important differences between the ankle and knee that may limit the extent to which research findings from knee models are applicable to the ankle joint. Considerations for the development of new ankle-specific, clinically relevant animal models are discussed. © 2016 Orthopaedic Research Society. Published by Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Orthop Res 35:440-453, 2017.
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- Michelle L. Delco
- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, 930 Campus Road, Ithaca, New York
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- Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, New York
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- Nancy E. and Peter C. Meining School of Biomedical Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Cornell University, 930 Campus Road, Ithaca, New York
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Osteochondral Allograft Transfer for Treatment of Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus: A Systematic Review. Arthroscopy 2017; 33:217-222. [PMID: 27546173 DOI: 10.1016/j.arthro.2016.06.011] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/01/2016] [Revised: 05/29/2016] [Accepted: 06/02/2016] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study is to present a systematic review of the literature regarding the use of fresh bulk osteochondral allograft transfer for treatment of large osteochondral lesions of the talus (OCLT) in an effort to characterize the functional outcomes, complications, and reoperation rates. METHODS A search of the PubMed, CINAHL, Embase, and Cochrane Databases was performed between January 1, 1990, and March 1, 2016, and included all articles related to outcomes after fresh talar allograft transplantation for OCLT. Inclusion criteria were series (1) published in the English language, (2) using fresh talar allograft, and (3) reporting at least one outcome measure of interest including American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) score, pain visual analog scale (VAS) score, reoperation rate, and rate of allograft collapse. Weighted averages of outcome data were used. RESULTS Five studies involving 91 OCLT met the inclusion criteria. The mean age of the cohort was 39 years (range, 15 to 74), and 53% were male. Fresh talar allograft was transplanted into 71 medial, 18 lateral, and 2 central OCLT. At a mean follow-up of 45 ± 3.3 (range, 6 to 91) months, AOFAS scores improved from 48 preoperatively to 80 postoperatively. Pain VAS scores improved from 7.1 preoperatively to 2.7 postoperatively. Twenty-three of the 91 (25%) patients required at least one reoperation, for a total of 28 operations. The most common indications for reoperation were development of moderate to severe osteoarthritis (14%), pain due to hardware (9%), extensive graft collapse (3%), and delayed or nonunion of osteotomy site (1%). Ultimately 12 (13.2%) of the cases were considered failures, with 8 (8.8%) resulting in tibiotalar arthrodesis or ankle replacement. CONCLUSIONS Fresh bulk allograft transplantation can substantially improve functional status as well as effectively prevent or delay the eventual need for ankle arthrodesis or replacement. However, patients must be carefully selected and counseled on the morbidity of the procedure as well as the high incidence of clinical failure (13%) and need for reoperation (25%) and revision surgery (8.8%). LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, systematic review of Level IV studies.
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Osteochondral fractures of the ankle are typically caused by traumatic injuries of the ankle. Repetitive trauma can lead to further cartilage damage with subsequent increasing size of the lesion, ultimately leading to severe cartilage disorder and degenerative arthritis of the ankle. Arthroscopic bone marrow stimulation has been shown to be a highly successful option for patients with small osteochondral lesions. Studies show a higher failure rate for larger lesions and cystic changes that disrupt the subchondral plate. The threshold size seems to be 150 mm(2).
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- Sean T Grambart
- Carle Physician Group, Department of Orthopedics, 1802 South Mattis Avenue, Champaign, IL 61821, USA.
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Ho SWL, Thevendran G. Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Treatment of the Foot and Ankle: What Is New and Current in Singapore. Foot Ankle Clin 2016; 21:283-95. [PMID: 27261807 DOI: 10.1016/j.fcl.2016.01.005] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Foot and ankle abnormalities are common in Singapore because of the compulsory conscription, the slipper-wearing culture, and the promotion of healthy living through exercise. The rapidly aging population, lack of elite sportsmen, and social and cultural norms pose unique challenges to foot and ankle surgery. Orthopedic surgery in Singapore has progressed because of the good infrastructure and modern practices executed by fellowship-trained surgeons. Evolving local practices are polarized by practice trends emulated from North America and Europe. The small community of foot and ankle surgeons currently practicing in Singapore allows for easier communication, corroborative educational events, and research initiatives.
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- Sean Wei Loong Ho
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 11 Jalan Tan Tock Seng, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore 308433, Singapore.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, 11 Jalan Tan Tock Seng, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore 308433, Singapore
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Braunstein M, Baumbach SF, Regauer M, Böcker W, Polzer H. The value of arthroscopy in the treatment of complex ankle fractures - a protocol of a randomised controlled trial. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2016; 17:210. [PMID: 27175917 PMCID: PMC4865995 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-016-1063-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2016] [Accepted: 05/07/2016] [Indexed: 12/30/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND An anatomical reconstruction of the ankle congruity is the important prerequisite in the operative treatment of acute ankle fractures. Despite anatomic restoration patients regularly suffer from residual symptoms after these fractures. There is growing evidence, that a poor outcome is related to the concomitant traumatic intra-articular pathology. By supplementary ankle arthroscopy anatomic reduction can be confirmed and associated intra-articular injuries can be treated. Nevertheless, the vast majority of complex ankle fractures are managed by open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) only. Up to now, the effectiveness of arthroscopically assisted fracture treatment (AORIF) has not been conclusively determined. Therefore, a prospective randomised study is needed to sufficiently evaluate the effect of AORIF compared to ORIF in complex ankle fractures. METHODS/DESIGN We perform a randomised controlled trial at Munich University Clinic enrolling patients (18-65 years) with an acute ankle fracture (AO 44 A2, A3, B2, B3, C1 - C3 according to AO classification system). Patients meeting the inclusion criteria are randomised to either intervention group (AORIF, n = 37) or comparison group (ORIF, n = 37). Exclusion criteria are fractures classified as AO type 44 A1 or B1, pilon or plafond-variant injury or open fractures. Primary outcome is the AOFAS Score (American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society). Secondary outcome parameter are JSSF Score (Japanese Society of Surgery of the Foot), Olerud and Molander Score, Karlsson Score, Tegner Activity Scale, SF-12, radiographic analysis, arthroscopic findings of intra-articular lesions, functional assessments, time to return to work/sports and complications. This study protocol is accordant to the SPIRIT 2013 recommendation. Statistical analysis will be performed using SPSS 22.0 (IBM). DISCUSSION The subjective and functional outcome of complex ankle fractures is regularly unsatisfying. As these injuries are very common it is essential to improve the postoperative results. Potentially, arthroscopically assisted fracture treatment can significantly improve the outcome by addressing the intra-articular pathologies. Given the absolute lack of studies comparing AORIF to ORIF in complex ankle fractures, this randomised controlled trail is urgently needed to evaluate the effectiveness of additional arthroscopy. TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov reference: NCT02449096 (Trial registration date: April 7th, 2015).
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- Mareen Braunstein
- Department of Trauma Surgery, Munich University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Nußbaumstr 20, Munich, 80336, Germany.
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, Munich University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Nußbaumstr 20, Munich, 80336, Germany
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, Munich University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Nußbaumstr 20, Munich, 80336, Germany
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, Munich University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Nußbaumstr 20, Munich, 80336, Germany
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- Department of Trauma Surgery, Munich University Hospital, Ludwig-Maximilians-University Munich, Nußbaumstr 20, Munich, 80336, Germany
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Gonzalez TA, Macaulay AA, Ehrlichman LK, Drummond R, Mittal V, DiGiovanni CW. Arthroscopically Assisted Versus Standard Open Reduction and Internal Fixation Techniques for the Acute Ankle Fracture. Foot Ankle Int 2016; 37:554-62. [PMID: 26660864 DOI: 10.1177/1071100715620455] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND Ankle fractures represent one of the most common orthopaedic injuries requiring operative treatment. Although open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of ankle fractures leads to good results in most patients, poor functional outcomes continue to be reported in some patients for whom anatomic reduction was achieved. It has been theorized that these lesser outcomes may in part be due to a component of missed intra-articular injury that reportedly ranges between 20% and 79%, although to date the true explanation for this subset of lower functional outcomes remains unknown. Such concerns have recently spawned novel techniques of arthroscopically assisted ankle fracture assessment in hopes of enabling better detection and treatment of concomitant intra-articular ankle injuries. The purpose of this systematic review was to summarize the literature comparing standard ORIF to arthroscopically assisted ORIF (AAORIF) for ankle fractures. METHODS A systematic review of the English literature was performed using the PubMed database to access all studies over the last 50 years that have documented the functional outcomes of acute ankle fracture management using either a traditional ORIF or an AAORIF technique in the adult population. Relevant publications were analyzed for their respective Levels of Evidence as well as any perceived differences reported in operative time, outcomes, and complications. RESULTS A total of only 14 ORIF and 4 AAORIF papers fit the criteria for review. There is fair quality (grade B) evidence to support good to excellent outcomes following traditional ORIF of malleolar fractures. There is fair-quality (grade B) evidence that ankle arthroscopy can be successfully employed for identification and treatment of intra-articular injuries associated with acute ankle fractures, but insufficient (grade I) evidence examining the functional outcomes and complication rates after treatment of these injuries and little documentation that this approach portends any improvement in patient outcome over historical techniques. There is also insufficient (grade I) evidence from 2 prospective randomized studies and 1 case-control study to provide any direct comparative data on functional outcomes, complication rates or total operative time between AAORIF and ORIF for the treatment of acute ankle fractures. CONCLUSIONS Ankle arthroscopy is a valuable tool in identifying and treating intra-articular lesions associated with ankle fractures. The presence of such intra-articular pathology may lead to the unexpectedly poor outcomes seen in some patients who undergo surgical fixation of ankle fractures with otherwise anatomic reduction on postoperative radiographs; the ability to diagnose and address these lesions therefore has the potential to improve patient outcomes. To date, however, currently available literature has not shown that treatment of these intra-articular injuries provides any improvement in outcomes over standard ORIF, and few prospective randomized controlled studies have been performed comparing these 2 operative techniques-rendering any suggestion that AAORIF improves clinical outcomes over traditional ORIF difficult to justify. Further research is indicated for what may be a potentially promising surgical adjunct before we can advocate its routine use in these patients. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level II, systematic review.
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- Tyler A Gonzalez
- Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Harvard Combined Orthopaedic Residency Program, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA Harvard Medical School, Chief, Foot and Ankle Service and Fellowship Program, Massachusetts General Hospital, Director, MGH Comprehensive Foot and Ankle Center, Waltham, MA, USA Foot and Ankle Service, Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Newton, MA, USA
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