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Objective: This study aimed to compare the outcomes of the use of polyurethane boric acid sponges and sponges containing silver nitrate over the negative pressure wound treatment. Materials and methods: The patients were separated as Group 1 (n:30) treated with boric acid group, and Group 2 (n:34) treated with silver nitrate group (Group 2). The wound healing of each patient was evaluated quantitatively on a cellular basis from a table of macroscopic and histopathological scoring. Results: No statistically significant difference was determined between the groups applied with boric acid and silver nitrate in respect of the culture results from the first visit (p:0.705). In the final evaluation of wound dimensions on day 21, a significant reduction was seen in wound width (p=0.001), wound length (p=0.003), and wound depth (p

Background. Pulmonary embolism is a serious early complication of arthroplasty procedures that can develop after deep venous thrombosis. The present study aimed to compare rivaroxaban and enoxaparin in terms of preventing DV and PE, and also in this study, we compared the complications due to these drugs in patients undergoing elective arthroplasty. Materials and Methods. 214 patients were divided into three groups based on their treatment regimens. In group I, enoxaparin was used, in group II, rivaroxaban was used, and in group III, enoxaparin was used throughout hospitalization, and after hospital discharge, rivaroxaban was used. These three groups were compared according to the occurrence of deep venous thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and major and minor complications. Results. Major postoperative complications occurred in 5, 15, and 6 patients in group I, II, and III, respectively. Minor postoperative complications occurred in 10, 24, and 11 patients in group I, II, and III, respectively. No significant difference was found among the three groups. Deep venous thrombosis or pulmonary embolism was not observed in any patient. Conclusion. Rivaroxaban was found to be as effective as enoxaparin in the prevention of deep venous thrombosis and other complications after arthroplasty. Moreover, oral rivaroxaban provided greater ease of use compared to subcutaneous enoxaparin. Based on these findings, we consider that rivaroxaban could be an effective alternative to enoxaparin.

WOS:000571474000002 PubMed: 33101795 Background and objective Bone marrow edema (BME) is a rare condition caused by insufficient osseous blood supply and may result in severe pain that has adverse effects on patients' life. To date, various conservative treatments have been recommended for the treatment of BME, including analgesics, immobilization of the affected extremity, and iloprost infusion. The aim of this retrospective study was to investigate the effectiveness of parenteral iloprost therapy in the treatment of BME detected in different skeletal locations. Materials and methods This retrospective study included 23 patients (17 men and six women) with BME who were classified as stage I-III according to the Association Research Circulation Osseous (ARCO) classification. BME was localized to the proximal femur in 13 (56.5%), the distal femur in four (17.4%), tarsal bone in four (17.4%), and tibial plateau in two (8.7%) patients. The mean age of the patients was 46.7 years and all the patients were evaluated with the Visual Analog scale (VAS), Functional Mobility Scale (FMS), and MRI. Results A significant improvement was observed in the post-treatment VAS and FMS scores of all patients compared to their pre-treatment scores. Moreover, the edema regressed completely in 60.9% of the patients at three months of MRI control. No serious side effects were observed during the treatment in any of the patients. However, transient side effects including headache, arrhythmia, and flushing were observed in five patients. Conclusion The present study indicated that iloprost therapy is an effective and safe option in the treatment of BME patients, particularly in the reduction of severe pain that has adverse effects on patients' social life, regardless of ARCO staging. Moreover, this therapy could be particularly useful in reducing pain, improving functional recovery, and achieving complete regression of the edema on MRI in ARCO stage I-II patients.

Introduction Although closed reduction and percutaneous pinning are the accepted treatment approaches in pediatric humerus supracondylar fractures, the treatment approach in fractures without closed reduction remains unclear. This study compared the results of three different cross-pinning treatment methods. Materials and methods A total of 62 patients (1-13 years old) who were operated for Gartland type 3 humerus supracondylar fractures between 2007 and 2016 were evaluated retrospectively. Of the patients evaluated, 24 patients had closed reduction, 25 patients had direct reduction from the medial, and 13 patients had direct reduction from the lateral and cross-pinning. The functional and cosmetic results of the patients were evaluated according to Flynn's criteria. In addition, the Baumann angle, lateral capitellohumeral angle (LCHA), and postoperative complications were compared among groups. Results Both functional and cosmetic results and the Bauman and LCHA angles were similar in all three groups. In patients with open reduction, the control duration was significantly longer than that in patients with closed reduction, and this difference was due to a recent increase in the surgeons' preference for closed surgery. Two patients underwent pin site infection and two patients developed nerve palsy. Only the first patient who developed ulnar nerve palsy recovered during follow-up. Secondary surgery was applied to the other patient who developed brachial artery occlusion with ulnar and median nerve paralysis, and they recovered during follow-up. Three patients who underwent open surgery from the medial, along with the two patients who had undergone open surgery, developed pinhole infection. These patients were subsequently recovered with antibiotherapy without further complications. A patient who underwent open lateral surgery developed compartment syndrome and fasciotomy was performed. Conclusion Closed reduction and percutaneous pinning are generally accepted approaches in the treatment of pediatric humerus supracondylar type 3 fractures. However, in cases where closed reduction cannot be achieved, pinning with the medial approach and taking the ulnar nerve and medial colon is a reliable method to avoid both ulnar nerve injury and cubitus varus.

aytac, gunes/0000-0003-4902-2844 WOS:000522643800019 PubMed: 32130480 Purpose To compare five different repair techniques for extensor tendon zone III modified Kessler (MK), double-modified Kessler (DMK), modified Kessler epitendinous (MKE), double-modified Kessler epitendinous (DMKE), and running-interlocking horizontal mattress (RIHM) in terms of shortening, stiffness, gap formation, and ultimate load to failure. Methods A total of 35 human cadaver fingers were randomly assigned to five suture techniques with 7 fingers each and were tested under dynamic and static loading conditions. Results DMK was found to be superior over MK in terms of ultimate load to failure (36 N vs. 24 N, respectively), shortening (1.75 vs. 2.20 mm, respectively) and gap formation. However, these two methods had similar characteristics in terms of stiffness. The addition of epitendinous sutures to the repair methods resulted in approximately 40% increase in ultimate load to failure, whereas epitendinous sutures had no effect on shortening. DMKE was found to be superior over MKE in terms of shortening (1.77 vs. 2.22 mm, respectively). However, these two methods had similar characteristics in terms of mean ultimate load to failure and stiffness. RIHM was found to be superior over the other four methods in terms of ultimate load to failure (89 N), stiffness, and shortening (0.75 mm). Conclusion RIHM was found to be stronger and more durable for extensor tendon zone III than the other techniques in terms of ultimate load to failure and stiffness.

Amaç: Acil anestezi planlı olmayan cerrahi işlemler için verilen anestezidir. Bölgelerin acil cerrahi profilinin belirlenmesi ameliyat ekibinin gelebilecek olgulara hazırlıklı olmasına ve hastaların daha iyi şartlarda ameliyata alınmasına imkân sağlayacaktır. Bu çalışmada, Adıyaman ilinde acil kliniğine başvurup acil şartlar altında ameliyat olan hastaların sıklık ve dağılımının belirlenmesi amaçlandı.Yöntem: Adıyaman Üniversitesi Eğitim ve Araştırma Hastanesi ameliyathanesinde 01.01.2014-31.12.2014 tarihleri arasında acil cerrahi operasyon geçiren hastalar retrospektif olarak incelendi. Hastaların yaş, cinsiyet, tanı, operasyonu gerçekleştiren klinik, kullanılan anestezi yöntemi ve operasyonun yapıldığı tarih kaydedildi. Veriler SPSS 21.0 programı kullanılarak değerlendirildi. p˂0,05 değeri istatistiksel olarak anlamlı kabul edildi.Bulgular: Toplamda 583 hastanın verileri incelendi. Bunların 370’i (%63,5) erkek, geri kalanı kadındı. En çok acil cerrahi uygulanan bölümler genel cerrahi, çocuk cerrahisi, ortopedi ve beyin cerrahisiydi. Hastaların %96,4’ü endotrakeal entübasyon, %1,2’si laringeal maske (LMA), %2,2’si spinal anestezi, %0,2’si de rejyonel intravenöz anestezi (RİVA) ile anestezi aldı. Acil operasyonların mevsimsel dağılımı incelendiğinde, en fazla vakanın yaz, en az vakanın ise kış aylarında alındığı gözlemlendi. Sonuç: Adıyaman ilinde yılda 500’ün üzerinde hasta acil cerrahi geçirmektedir. En fazla acil cerrahi yapan bölümler genel cerrahi, çocuk cerrahisi, ortopedi ve beyin cerrahisidir. En fazla acil cerrahi yaz aylarında yapılmaktadır.

Objective: There has been no consensus in literature for the ideal flexor tendon repair technique. The results of zone 2 flexor tendon lacerations repaired primarily by 4 strand Modified Kessler core suture and epitendinous interlocking suture technique followed by Modified Kleinert protocol were investigated. Methods: 128 fingers of 89 patients who had flexor tendon laceration in zone 2 built the working group. Functional outcomes were evaluated using the Strickland formula. A statistical analysis was made between Strickland scores and some parameters such as age, gender, follow-up time, co-existing injury existence, repair time, single or multiple finger injury, tendon rupture and the effect of FDS injury and repair. Results: Excellent, good, fair, poor results were obtained from 71 (55.5%), 46 (35.9%), 8 (6.3%), 3 (2.3%) fingers, respectively. Time of the repair has a significant effect on the strickland scores. Surgery performed within the first 24 hours following the injury gave better results. 3 fingers (2.3%) had tendon ruptures. Existence of ruptures affected the results significantly. Co-existing injuries were found that they did not have any effect on the results. In the fingers in which both FDP and FDS tendons were lacerated, no significant relationship was found between only FDP repair, both FDP and FDS repair and single FDS slip repair. Additionally no significant relationships between follow-up time, gender, single or multiple finger injury and Strickland scores were observed. 13 fingers (10.1%) had PIP joint contracture above 20°. Conclusion: The low rupture rate (2.3%) and 91.4% ‘good’ and ‘excellent’ scoring rates in our series support the idea that modified Kessler 4-strand core suture and epitendinous interlocking suture repair combined with modified Kleinert protocol gives satisfactory results. Repair time is one of the most important factors affecting the functional results and surgery should not be delayed if there is an experienced surgeon available. Level of evidence: Level IV, therapeutic study. Keywords: Flexor tendon, Zone 2, Core suture, Strickland, Kleinert, Kessler

Sargın, Serdar (Balikesir Author), Amaç: Açık tibia kırıklarının tedavisinde minimal invazivperkütan plakla osteosentez (MIPPO) tekniğiyle yerleştirilen kilitli kompresyon plağı (LCP) ile tedavinin orta dönem sonuçlarını değerlendirmektir Yöntemler: Mart 2008 - Aralık 2009 yılları arasında, açık tibiakırığı nedeniyle MIPO tekniğiyle cerrahi olarak tedavi edilen ortalama yaşı 32 (dağılım 16-64 yaş) ve ortalama takip süresi 18 ay (dağılım 12-30 ay) olan 41 hastanın (32 Erkek, 9 kadın) tedavi sonuçları retrospektif olarak değerlendirildi. Hastalarınaçık kırık sınıflaması içinGustillo-Anderson sınıflandırması kullanıldı. Buna göre 13 (%31,7) kırık Tip I, 21 (%51,2) kırık Tip II , 6 (%14,6) kırık Tip IIIA, 1 (%2,4) kırık Tip III C olarak değerlendirildi. Hastaların fonksiyonel sonuçları Karlstrom-Olerud fonksiyonel değerlendirme ölçütlerine göre belirlendi. Bulgular: Kırıkların kaynama süresi ortalama 29 hafta (dağılım 20-60 hafta) idi. 41 hastanın 38’inde tam kaynama, 3’ünde kaynama gecikmesi görüldü. 2 hastamızda plak yetmezliği gelişti, bu hastaların birine otogreftle beraber plak değişimi diğerine sadece plak değişimi yapıldı. Kalstrom Olerudskorlamasına göre 7 (%17,1) hasta mükemmel, 27 (%65,9) hasta iyi, 4 (%9,8) hasta orta, 3 (%7,3) hastada tatmin edici sonuç elde edildi. On hastada yüzeyelenfeksiyon, bir hastada derin enfeksiyon bir hastada da osteomyelit gelişti. üzeyelenfeksiyon oral antibioterapiyle tedavi edilirken derin enfeksiyon ve osteomyelit seri debridman ve parenteralantibioterapiyle tedavi edildi. Sonuç: MIPPO tekniğiyle biyolojik tespit düşük enfeksiyon, yüksek kaynama oranı ile açık tibia kırıklarının acil ve kalıcı tedavisinde uygulanabilecek etkili bir yöntemdir., Objective: This study aims to assess the midterm results of locking compression plate (LCP) treatment that was inserted with minimally invasive percutaneous plate osteosynthesis (MIPPO) technique for open tibial fracture treatment. Methods: Treatment results of 41 patients (32 males, 9 females; mean age: 32 years; range: 16 to 64 years) who underwent open tibial fractures and were treated with MIPO technique between March 2008 and December 2009 were retrospectively analyzed. The Gustillo-Anderson classification was used in the classification of open fractures. Thirteen patients (31.7%) had Type I, 21 patients (51.2%) had Type II, six patients (14.6%) had Type IIIA, and one patient (2.4%) had Type IIIC. Functional results of the patients were assessed using the Karlstrom-Olerud functional evaluation criteria. Results: The mean follow-up was 18 months (range: 12 to 30 months). The mean time to union was 29 weeks (range: 20 to 60 weeks). A total of 38 of 41 patients had full union, while three had delayed union. Two patients had plate failure; plate was changed with an autograft in one and plate was changed alone in the other. According to the Karlstrom-Olerud scoring system, seven patients (17.1%) had excellent, 27 (65.9%) had good, four (9.8%) had intermediate, and three (7.3%) had satisfactory results. Ten patients had superficial infection, one patient developed deep infection, and one patient developed osteomyelitis. Superficial infections were treated with oral antibiotherapy, while deep infection and osteomyelitis were treated with serial debridement and parenteral antibiotherapy. Conclusions: Biological detection with MIPO technique is an effective method for urgent and permanent treatment of open tibial fractures with low infection and high union rates

WOS: 000414707200001 PubMed: 29093436 Background: Surgical treatment of acetabular fracture and the anatomic reconstruction of the hip joint are difficult to achieve due to the complex pelvic anatomy, and surgical training requires a prolonged and steep learning curve. The aim of this study was to evaluate the effects of an applied training course, including cadaveric dissection, for the surgical treatment of acetabular fractures. Material/Methods: This retrospective study included 35 patients who underwent surgical treatment for acetabulum fractures between 2012-2016. Patients were divided into three groups during two training courses, for the first two years and second two years. The surgical treatment was performed through single or combined standard approaches, according to the fracture pattern. The radiological outcome was evaluated using Matta's criteria to grade postoperative reduction and final radiological outcome and the restoration of the hip joint center (HJC). The clinical outcome was evaluated using the modified the Merle d'Aubigne-Postel (DAP) hip score. Results: Both post-course groups had statistically better functional and radiological outcomes compared with the precourse group. Depending on the learning curve, the mean duration of surgery decreased from 153 minutes to 82.3 minutes. Although there was no statistical difference between groups in the vertical shift of the HJC, there was a statistically significant in the amount of horizontal shift of the HJC in the second two years of training, compared with the other groups. Conclusions: Functional and radiological outcome of surgical treatment of acetabular fracture may be improved with increased training, depending on the learning curve.

Haci Bayram Tosun,1 Murat Gürger,2 Seyit Ali Gümüştaş,1 Abuzer Uludag,1 Özlem Üçer,3 Sancar Serbest,4 Suat Çelik1 1Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Adiyaman University, Adiyaman, 2Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, 3Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine, Firat University, Elazığ, 4Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Kırıkkale University, Kırıkkale, Turkey Objective: In focal cartilage lesions, multipotent mesenchymal stem cells in bone marrow are aimed to be moved into the defect area using subchondral drilling or microfracture method. However, repaired tissue insufficiently fills the defect area or cannot meet natural hyaline tissue functions, due to fibrous structure. We investigated the effect of a combined solution of sodium hyaluronate + chondroitin sulfate (HA+CS) administered intra-articularly after subchondral drilling on newly formed cartilage in rabbits with focal osteochondral defects.Materials and methods: A total of 32 New Zealand White mature rabbits, whose weights ranged from 2.5 to 3 kg, were randomly divided into four groups. Full-thickness osteochondral defect was formed in the left-knee medial femur condyles of all rabbits. Subchondral drilling was then performed. The following treatment protocol was administered intra-articularly on knee joints on days 7, 14, and 21 after surgery: group 1, 0.3 mL combined solution of HA+CS (20 mg CS combined with 16 mg HA/mL); group 2, 0.3 mL HA (16 mg/mL); group 3, 0.3 mL CS (20 mg/mL); and group 4 (control group), 0.3 mL saline solution. In the sixth week, all animals were killed and then evaluated histopathologically and biochemically.Results: There was significant articular cartilage formation in the HA+CS group compared to the HA, CS, and control groups. Hyaline cartilage formation was observed only in the HA+CS group. Cartilage-surface continuity and smoothness were significantly higher in the HA+CS and HA groups compared to the other groups. Normal cartilage mineralization was found to be significantly higher in the HA+CS group compared to the other groups. Increased levels of VEGFA and IL-1β in synovial fluid were observed in the HA+CS group.Conclusion: After subchondral drilling, intra-articular HA-CS combination therapy is a good choice to promote better quality new cartilage-tissue formation in the treatment of focal osteochondral defects. Keywords: combined therapy, chondroitin sulfate, hyaluronate, osteochondral defect, subchondral drilling

Introduction Ganglion cysts are the most common soft tissue masses seen on the wrist, which often cause pain or cosmetic complaints. The treatment of these masses includes intra-cystic injections or surgery. Recurrence rates are very high in surgical or non-surgical treatment. Inadequate excision for recurrence after surgery is blamed; however, the reasons for the recurrence still remain mysterious. Objectives In this study, the effect of anesthesia selection and tourniquet use on the dorsal wrist ganglion cysts in open surgery was investigated. Materials and methods Patients with dorsal wrist ganglion cysts, who were operated with open surgery between 2015 and 2018 and who had at least six months after the surgery, were examined. The patients were divided into two groups: patients who underwent surgery without tourniquet with local anesthesia and patients operated with tourniquet with general or regional anesthesia. Age, sex, cause of operation, visual analog scale (VAS) scores before and after surgery, limitation of movement, postoperative complications, and recurrence were compared. Results There was no significant difference between the groups in terms of causes of surgery, recurrence rates, preoperative and postoperative limitations of movement, and complications. In terms of age, the group operated with local anesthesia and without tourniquet was significantly larger. There was also no significant difference between the groups in terms of preoperative pain. Postoperative pain was significantly less in the group operated by tourniquet with general-regional anesthesia. Conclusion There is no significant difference in the recurrence and complications between patients operated under local anesthesia without tourniquets and patients operated with tourniquets under general or regional anesthesia during the open excision of the dorsal wrist ganglion cysts. However, it should be kept in mind that postoperative pain does not diminish in later ages, especially in cases of ganglion cysts, and other pathologies may also potentially cause pain in the wrist.

Background and objectives: Pediatric tibial shaft fractures often have satisfactory outcomes after closed reduction and casting. However, surgical treatment may be required in unstable or open fractures. Titanium elastic nails (TENs) are a good option for the surgical treatment of pediatric tibial fractures due to their advantages such as short hospitalization periods, easy applicability, early weight bearing, and early union. In this study, we evaluated radiological and functional outcomes in pediatric patients with tibial shaft fractures that underwent fixation with TENs. Materials and methods: A total of twenty tibial shaft fractures that were treated with TENs in our clinic between 2013 and 2017 were retrospectively reviewed. The mean age at injury was 8.9 &plusmn, 2.78 (range of 3&ndash, 14) years. Seven (35%) out of 20 fractures were open fractures, of which one fracture was classified as Grade I and six fractures were classified as Grade II. In each patient, antegrade nailing was performed by inserting a TEN in the medial and another TEN in the lateral side of the proximal metaphysis. Clinical outcomes including union, alignment, leg-length inequality, and complications were evaluated using modified Flynn&rsquo, s criteria. Results: The mean time to union was 10.85 &plusmn, 3.39 (range of 6&ndash, 20) weeks. No patient had a sagittal or coronal angulation of over 10&deg, One patient had a leg-length inequality of 10 mm. Among three patients with open fractures, two of them had superficial wound infections and the other patient had a deep wound infection. All the infections were successfully treated with appropriate antibiotic therapies. Four other patients had pin tract irritation that required no intervention. No significant difference was observed between patients with open and closed fractures with regard to the clinical and radiological findings although patients with open fractures had a significantly higher complication rate compared to patients with closed fractures (p &lt, 0.05). No patient had a restricted range of motion of the ankle and knee joints. Twelve (60%) patients had an excellent outcome, and eight (40%) patients had a satisfactory outcome. Conclusions: Intramedullary fixation with TENs provides favorable outcomes and reduced complication rates in the treatment of unstable pediatric tibial shaft fractures that cannot be reduced with conservative treatment modalities or cannot be casted due to the presence of an edema or open wound.

Objective In this study, we evaluated the relationship between patellar volume and chondromalacia patellae. Methods A total of 162 patients who underwent knee magnetic resonance imaging (MR) due to knee pain at our department between January 2017 and May 2017 were included in this study. Of the cases, 111 were chondromalacia patellae, and 51 were healthy individuals. The patella volumes of all cases were analyzed using semi-automated software. Staging in cases with chondromalacia was graded according to the Outerbridge classification (stages 1-4). The relationship between patellar volume, presence of chondromalacia, cartilage thickness, age, and sex was analyzed statistically. Results Of the 162 cases, 67 (41.4%) were male, and 95 (58.6%) were female. The median age of the cases was 44. Patellar volume was a minimum of 12.24, a maximum of 39.44, and a median 21.4 cm3, and it was higher in cases with chondromalacia (p=0.026). In patients with chondromalacia patellae, the thickness of cartilage in the medial facet was lower. There was a statistically significant weak positive correlation between chondromalacia grade and patellar volume (p=0.031, r=0.204). Conclusion This study showed that chondromalacia patellae, one of the important causes of chronic frontal knee pain, has a statistically significant relationship with patellar volume. The medial facial cartilage of the patella was thinner than in cases with chondromalacia patellae. Although the mean age of the cases with chondromalacia was higher than the cases without chondromalacia, there was no significant difference between male and female individuals.

WOS: 000361650300007 PubMed: 26133944 Background Hyaluronic acid and glycosaminoglycans have shown positive effects in improving lateral epicondylitis and other tendinosis conditions. Therefore, we designed a prospective, randomized study to compare the effects of a combined sodium hyaluronate and chondroitin sulfate (HA + CS) injection versus a triamcinolone injection in the treatment of lateral epicondylitis. Methods In total, 57 consecutive patients with clinically diagnosed lateral epicondylitis were divided randomly into two groups. In the HA + CS group, 25 patients received a single injection of a solution containing an HA + CS combination and prilocaine HCl, while the 32 patients in the triamcinolone group received a single injection of a solution of triamcinolone and prilocaine HCl. We evaluated the pain and function outcome measures using the Patient-Rated Tennis Elbow Evaluation (PRTEE) questionnaire at the beginning of the study, and 3 and 6 months after the injection. Additionally, the Minimum Clinically Important Difference values and percentage changes in the PRTEE subscale scores between the assessments were calculated. Results No serious adverse events were reported throughout the study. The mean pain and function scores for the HA + CS and triamcinolone groups had significantly improved at 3 months, but the mean function scores in the HA + CS group were statistically significantly better when compared to the triamcinolone group. At 6 months, both groups had significantly improved mean pain and function scores, compared to the baseline scores; however, the mean pain and function scores in the 6-month HA + CS treatment group were better than in the 6-month triamcinolone group. The relative change for the mean total score in the HA + CS group was much better when compared with the triamcinolone group, and the HA + CS treatment group showed clinically significant improvement when compared with triamcinolone group at 3 and 6 months. Conclusions This study supports the idea that for a single injection treatment of patients with lateral epicondylitis, a combination injection of HA + CS may offer better pain benefits for 6 months after injection, when compared to triamcinolone. Type of study/level of evidence Level II, Randomized Clinical Trial, Prospective Comparative Study.

Compression of the ulnar nerve in the cubital tunnel is the second most common nerve entrapment syndrome in the upper extremity after carpal tunnel syndrome. Although various etiologies have been described, heterotrophic ossification is rarely seen. Heterotrophic ossification should be kept in mind as a cause of ulnar nerve entrapment after elbow trauma. Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are important in such cases before completion of the maturation phase. We report a case of heterotrophic ossification due to elbow trauma that caused cubital tunnel syndrome. [Hand Microsurg 2014; 3(1.000): 24-28]

Gurger, Murat/0000-0002-7510-7203 WOS: 000391829400001 PubMed: 28154666 Introduction: Curettage of the cyst and bone grafting are the most common methods used in the treatment of unicameral bone cysts (UBC) and aneurysmal bone cysts (ABC). Recurrence of these cysts is often associated with insufficient curettage of the cyst during surgery. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the effect of insufficient curettage on recurrence in patients with UBC and ABC. Methods: The retrospective study included 18 patients with UBC and 14 patients with ABC that were surgically treated by curettage and bone grafting in our clinic between 2006-2013. Mean age was 19.80 (range, 4-50) years in the patients with UBC and 21.76 (range, 4-56) in the patients with ABC. The diagnosis of the cysts was established both clinically and radiologically. Mean follow-up period was 36 (range, 6-60) months both in the patients with UBC and ABC. The patients with recurrence underwent a second curettage and grafting procedure. Healing and recurrence were evaluated according to modified Neer's scale. Results: Recurrence occurred in 8 patients. Of these, 5 patients underwent a second curettage and grafting procedure and 3 patients were lost to follow-up. Complete healing occurred in all the patients that underwent a second curettage and grafting procedure. Conclusion: The achievement of complete healing in the patients that underwent a second curettage and grafting procedure indicates that the recurrence of UBC and ABC is associated with insufficient curettage. s

WOS: 000389064100010 PubMed: 28184364 Background: There are many techniques that are used for limb lengthening. Lengthening a limb over a plate is an alternative choice used in children or when using an intramedullary nail is difficult. Objectives: In this study, we presented a new technique for tibial lengthening using a monolateral external fixator over a lengthening plate. Materials and Methods: For tibial lengthening, a monolateral external fixator was attached to the composite bone model medially. After a corticotomy was performed, the lengthening plate was placed laterally. Three locking screws were inserted proximally, and two cortical screws were inserted into a lengthening hole that was 1 cm below the osteotomy site. We avoided contact between the screws of the lengthening plate and the pins of the external fixator. During bone lengthening with the monolateral external fixator, the screws at the lengthening hole were able to slide distally with the distal segment of the tibia to allow for tibial elongation. Two locking screws were fixed at the distal locking holes of the plate when the bone elongation was complete. The external fixator was then removed. Results: The fixator-assisted lengthening plate allowed bone lengthening without malalignment. There were no mechanical problems associated with the external fixator during the lengthening process. Plate osteosynthesis was stable after the fixator was removed. There was no contact between the screws of plate and the Schanz pins of the external fixator under C-arm fluoroscopy. Conclusions: The fixator-assisted lengthening plate technique helps to maintain the stability and alignment at both sides of an osteotomy during tibial elongation. It allows the early removal of the external fixator immediately after lengthening is completed. This technique can be applied in children with open physes and in patients with a narrow medullary canal who are unsuitable for limb lengthening over an intramedullary nail.

Sancar Serbest,1 Ugur Tiftikci,1 Haci Bayram Tosun,2 Seyit Ali Gumustas,2 Abuzer Uludag2 1Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Kırıkkale University, Kırıkkale, 2Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Faculty of Medicine, Adiyaman University, Adiyaman, Turkey Objectives: Platelet volume has been defined to be a marker that shows thrombocyte activation and function and it is measured as mean platelet volume (MPV). MPV shows the mean volume of circulating thrombocytes and it is one of the routine parameters in complete blood count. Increased thrombocyte volume is associated with thrombocyte activation. Patients and methods: This study included 76 patients who were operated on due to fractures of long tubular bones. Patients who had union without any additional interventions were defined as group I, and patients who needed additional interventions due to nonunion or inadequate union were defined as group II. The control group included healthy volunteers who did not have a fracture. Hematologic test values of the patients that were obtained at admission to emergency ward were recorded Results: The groups were not statistically different in terms of age, sex, and the affected extremity. There were significant differences between group I and group II in terms of mean erythrocyte sedimentation rate, C-reactive protein, and MPV values (P

WOS: 000376925600007 PubMed: 27124019 Because hydatidosis of the bone (echinococcus infection) is a rare parasitic infection, its diagnosis and treatment poses great difficulties. Radiologic imaging findings are generally helpful to make the diagnosis. But occurrence of disease in atypical places and lack of specific radiological findings may complicate differential diagnosis. Nevertheless, familiarity with imaging findings in patients living at endemic areas provides advantages for diagnosis and treatment. We present a cyst hydatic case in scaphoid bone which has been reported in the literature only once previously.

WOS: 000388566200051 PubMed: 27858886 There are many techniques for limb lengthening. Lengthening over a plate is an alternative choice of fixation in children or when nailing is difficult. We present a new technique for tibial lengthening with using a monolateral external fixator over a lengthening plate. Lengthening over an intramedullary nail is a commonly used method in patients with short stature or limb-length discrepancy. However, in patients with a narrow and excessively sclerotic intramedullary cavity in the pediatric age group where the skeletal system has not yet fully developed, difficulties have been observed in lengthening methods with nailing. Therefore, in these cases, the use of lengthening techniques over a plate is an alternative treatment option. Nevertheless, in lengthening techniques over a plate, if one side of the osteotomy area cannot be fixed, associated mechanical axis problems have been reported. We applied tibia lengthening with external fixator assistance over a custom-made lengthening plate in a patient with sequelae of poliomyelitis. This new lengthening technique applied over a plate could be the solution to the problems observed in other lengthening techniques over a plate.

Background. Lymphedema delays the healing of any wound by negatively affecting its inflammatory period. Whether it affects bone healing in a similar negative manner is unknown. Therefore, we experimentally investigated the effect of lymphedema on fracture recovery. Methods. We used thirty 200- to 250-g Sprague-Dawley rats for the experiment. The rats were randomly divided into two groups of 15 rats each for the experimental lymphedema and control groups. Lymphedema development was confirmed by measuring the circumference and diameter of the extremities together with lymphoscintigraphy. Twenty days after the development of lymphedema, a fracture model was created in both groups in the right tibia with mid-diaphyseal osteotomy and fixing with an intramedullary Kirschner wire. After 6 weeks, all rats were sacrificed and the callus tissue that formed along the osteotomy was compared between groups with respect to radiographic, histological, and biomechanical characteristics. Results. The three-point bending test yielded an average stiffness value of 1227N/mm (n = 6) in the control group and 284N/mm (n = 7) in the experimental lymphedema group (P < 0.05). At the end of week 6, radiographic evaluation showed that solid knitting was obtained in the control group, whereas in the lymphedema group delayed or no knitting was observed. In the control group, histological investigation revealed normal callus morphology. Trabecular bone was normal and osteoblast and osteoclast activity was clearly evident. The bone was stained homogeneously with hematoxylin and eosin, and ossification was within normal limits. In the lymphedema group, however, the histological appearance was mostly that of scar tissue. In addition, osteoblast and osteoclast activity was much less visible or absent. Conclusions. Lymphedema negatively affected bone healing in rats. However, the mechanism of this negative effect and its occurrence in humans are still unknown. Further experimental and clinical studies are needed to support and extend our findings. © 2007 The Japanese Orthopaedic Association.

WOS: 000369533200041 PubMed: 26402835 Congenital clasped thumb is a progressive flexion and adduction deformity presenting with heterogeneous congenital anomalies. Although the disease is rare, diagnosis is usually delayed due to natural location of thumb within the palm in first 3 months of life.A 4-year-old girl with congenital clasped thumb deformity due to absence of extensor pollicis brevis tendon whose treatment consisted of extensor indicis proprius (EIP) transfer and z-plasty reconstruction to first web space.The patient was so happy with both cosmetic appearance and functional status. There was not any limitation at interphalangeal or metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joints of the thumb and the result was. Stability of MCP joint was full and power for grasping any object was much better than the original status.In cases of isolated clasped thumb deformity associated with absence of tendon whose treatment attempts with splinting and physical treatment have failed, EIP tendon transfer and reconstruction of contracture in first web space with z-plasty is an easy and successful method to obtain functional improvement.

WOS: 000215307400056 PubMed: 26604833 Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors (MPNSTs) are rare sarcomas of children and adolescents, and they are aggressive tumors with a high rate of local recurrence. We present a 15-year-old boy with neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1), who had a giant MPNST on the right thigh taking into account the available literature. Diagnosis of MPNST may be delayed in NF1 patients due to confusion with a neurofibroma and/or a plexiform neurofibroma. Malignancy should be considered, especially in cases with big masses, with heterogeneous involvement, or in the presence of cysts or necrotic nodules. The aim of surgical treatment is complete surgical excision.

Synovial chondromatosis is the process of progressive metaplasia associated with formation of cartilage in synovial membranes of joints, tendon sheaths or bursae. It is a rare, chronic, benign disease with unknown etiology which involves single joint. It is generally seen in large joints like knee, hip and, ankle. Wrist involvement is very rare. More common diagnoses with calcified foci and effusion in a joint like rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, synovial osteochondromatosis, chondrocalcinosis, calcifications that occur after septic arthritis and synovial chondrosarcoma may interfere with this condition. And high recurrence rate makes the treatment challenging for orthopaedic surgeon. Treatment consists of surgically removing loose bodies and partial or total synovectomy. Here, we present a 31 years old male patient referred to our clinic with painfull recurrent wrist mass. And patient was reoperated for synovial chondromatosis of wrist 17 months after the first operation. We represented the preoperative findings and histopathologic confirmation of synovial chondromatosis. We didnt encounter any recurrence in the follow up period nearly 5 years after tumor removal and synovectomy. We will also discuss differential diagnosis and treatment according to updated literature. [Hand Microsurg 2018; 7(2.000): 109-111]

The restoration of gliding function following tendon injury is a major problem for hand surgeons (1). Various synthetic materials, such as FocalSeal-L (2), Seprafilm® (3), glycosaminoglycan hydrogel films (4), polyethylene film (5), and carbodiimide derivatized gelatin/hyaluronic acid (6) have been used to prevent this problem. However, some materials failed because they stimulated a severe inflammatory response or allowed ingrowth of adhesion around the edges of the material. Other materials prevented nutrient diffusion to the healing tendon leading to tendon necrosis (2). Targeting local cells that contribute to restrictive adhesion may play an important role in preventing peritendinous adhesion and improving functional results. Hyaluronic acid and many other substances, such as aprotinin (7), 5-fluorouracil (8), mannose-6-phosphate (9), and beta-aminopropionitrile (10) have been used to resolve this problem (11). Glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) such as sodium hyaluronate (HA) and glucosamine N-chondroitin sulfate (glcN-CS) are polysaccharides with aminoglucose content and are found in the extracellular matrix of all vertebrates as well as in some bacteria (12). GAGs provide a well-hydrated pericellular environment. In this way, they may contribute to the wound healing process by creating an appropriate environment for growth, leading to the accumulation of other matrix proteins, the formation of growth and differentiation factors, and cell migration (4). Furthermore, GAGs influence specific interactions that affect important processes such as the formation of collagen fibrils, cell-cell interactions, growth factors binding, and cell regulation by influencing physical processes such as ion transport, nutrient diffusion, and water retention (13). Sodium hyaluronate is a widely used agent, and local administration of HA aims at preventing adhesion following tendon repair (14,15). Oral applications of glcN-CS have also been reported to be beneficial in tendon healing and in preventing adhesion (16,17). Intravesical instillation of the sodium hyaluronate and chondroitin sulfate (CS) combination has been used for treating chronic cystitis (18). However, few studies have been conducted on the use of HA and CS combination (HA+CS) as a local injection in orthopedic practice. In a review of the literature, three studies were found on the use of HA and CS for treating osteoarthritis (19,20) and on the effects of HA and CS on the formation of adhesion following tendon repair (21). Given this background, we hypothesized that a combined composite solution of sodium hyaluronate and chondroitin sulphate might be effective in preventing peritendinous adhesion after extrasynovial tendon repair such as Achilles tendon. In this study, we aimed at analyzing the effects of the local application of the HA+CS combination solution injection on peritendinous adhesion and the tendon healing process.

Patient: Male, 13 Final Diagnosis: Isolated capitate bone fracture Symptoms: — Medication: — Clinical Procedure: — Specialty: — Objective: Unusual clinical course Background: Carpal fractures often appear in men under the age of 40 years. Isolated fracture of the capitate without dislocation is very rare and comprises 1% of all carpal fractures. Nonunion of capitate mostly resulted from delay in diagnosis and lack of initial treatment. Case Report: We reported the case of a 13-year-old boy who had a late-diagnosed capitate fracture. We put the wrist in a short-arm cast for 3 months. After the immobilization with the cast has been finalized, range of motion and strengthening exercises were started. One year after the trauma, we saw total union of the fracture. Conclusions: Diagnosis of carpal bone fracture may be missed, especially in skeletally immature patients. To prevent late diagnosis in skeletally immature patients, early control radiography should be taken. If further examination is needed, computed tomography should be performed. We can achieve good results with cast immobilization in this age group of patients. As a result, although the author has been advised surgical treatment for nonunion of capitate fracture, conservative treatment should be considered.

Sacral dislocation is an uncommon form of injury in childhood. A 4-year-old girl who was injured in a motor vehicle accident was seen in the emergency room. On physical examination, ecchymosis and tenderness in the abdomen and sacral region was identified. Radiographs revealed no pelvic pathology. CT was performed owing to the patient's sacral and abdominal tenderness. Dislocations were identified at the sacral third and fourth vertebrae without any fractures. The patient was discharged 10 days later with a recommendation for 6 weeks bed rest and an appointment for an outpatient follow-up examination. At the post-traumatic second-month examination, the patient was walking normally. In the radiograph and MRI that were taken a year later, the dislocation was observed to have fused completely, and no pressure was seen on any anatomical structure. No functional pathology was identified during the interview with the family.

Hemophilic pseudotumor is a rare complication of hemophilia. We describe a 14-year-old young male with hemophilic pseudotumor in the second and fifth fingers of the left hand. We treated him only with radiotherapy. A total dose of 2000 cGy in 10 fractions was administered in 2 weeks. Factor VIII was not given. After 4 months, complete healing was seen. The patient was followed up at 24 months, and there was no evidence of recurrence and no bone growth disturbance. Based on our experience and a review of the literature, radiotherapy can be an effective alternative modality in treating hemophilic pseudotumor.

INTRODUCTION Nonpigmented villonodular synovitis (non-PVNS) is a benign proliferative disease involving the synovium. It is a rare condition that is little recognized. Non-PVNS has been reported as a cause of total knee replacement failure. PRESENTATION OF CASE We report a case of extensive diffuse non-PVNS in a patient with tibial component loosening after total knee replacement and review the related literature. DISCUSSION It is reported that pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) occurs less frequently than non-PVNS after knee replacement. However, there are many more case reports of PVNS than non-PVNS after knee arthroplasty in the English-language literature. CONCLUSION Previously, there were no reported cases of extensive diffuse non-PVNS after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This case study highlights an unusual case of non-PVNS as a cause of TKA failure. We propose that non-PVNS should be considered as a differential diagnosis in patients after TKA who present with recurrent pain and effusion/hemarthrosis of the knee, and that it is one of the causes of implant loosening after TKA.