Iatrogenic radial nerve palsy in the surgical treatment of humerus shaft fracture -anterolateral versus posterior approach: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

BACKGROUND: Although many studies have investigated iatrogenic radial nerve palsy (RNP) in humerus shaft fracture, there is inconsistent evidence on which approach leads to iatrogenic RNP. Moreover, no meta-analysis has directly compared the anterolateral and posterior approaches regarding iatrogenic RNP. METHODS: In this systematic review and meta-analysis, the MEDLINE, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases were searched systematically for studies published before March 30, 2021. We included studies that (1) assessed the RNP in the surgical treatment of humerus shaft fracture and (2) directly compared the anterolateral and posterior approaches regarding the RNP. We performed synthetic analyses of the incidence of iatrogenic RNP and the recovery rate of iatrogenic RNP in humerus shaft fracture between the anterolateral and posterior approaches. RESULTS: Our study enrolled nine studies, representing 1303 patients who underwent surgery for humerus shaft fracture. After exclusion of traumatic RNP, iatrogenic RNP was reported in 35 out of 678 patients in the anterolateral approach and in 69 out of 497 patients in the posterior approach. Pooled analysis revealed that the incidence of iatrogenic RNP was significantly higher in the posterior approach than in the anterolateral approach (OR = 2.72; 95% confidence interval (CI), 1.70-4.35; P < 0.0001, I2 = 0%), but there was no significant difference in the recovery rates of iatrogenic RNP between the two approaches (OR = 1.55; 95% CI, 0.26-9.18; P = 0.63, I2 = 0%). CONCLUSION: In this meta-analysis, the posterior approach showed a higher incidence of iatrogenic RNP than the anterolateral approach in the surgical treatment of humerus shaft fracture. With limited studies, it is difficult to anticipate if any particular approach favors the recovery of iatrogenic RNP.

Acetabular fractures in elderly.

BACKGROUND: This study aimed to determine characteristics of acetabular fractures in the elderly by evaluating clinical course and computed tomography-based radiological features between low- and high-energy acetabular fractures. METHODS: We reviewed 178 consecutive patients with acetabular fractures aged ≥60 years from six centers. Low-energy fractures (group 1) were identified in 23 (12.9%) patients and high-energy fractures (group 2) in 155 (87.1%) patients. We compared demographics, radiological findings, and clinical course between the groups. RESULTS: Average age (70.6 vs. 67.8 years, p = 0.046) and ratio of females (47.8% vs. 23.2%, p = 0.021) were significantly higher in group 1 than in group 2. The Charlson comorbidity index was also higher in group 1, but no other demographics showed difference. More patients in group 2 than in group 1 underwent surgery (91.6% vs. 73.9%); however, more in group 1 underwent minimally invasive surgery (17.4% vs 4.5%). Anterior column-associated fracture patterns occurred in 91.4% and 38.7% of cases in groups 1 and 2, respectively. Most fractures were displaced (>2 mm); 68% of which were comminuted. Furthermore, 24.2% of the fractures had superior dome impaction, whereas 23.0% were associated with posterior wall impaction. CONCLUSIONS: Patients who sustained low-energy acetabular fractures were mostly women, were older, and had more comorbidities. Radiological findings of low-energy acetabular fractures showed anterior column involvement associated with injury to the quadrilateral surface. Additionally, it was observed to be commonly combined with comminution and impacted fragments.

Long-term results of Bernese periacetabular osteotomy using a dual approach in hip dysplasia.

We report the long-term results of Bernese periacetabular osteotomy using a dual approach in hip dysplasia. Fifty-three hips (49 patients, mean age 39.9 years: 13-62 years; bilateral hips: four patients) that underwent periacetabular osteotomy using a dual approach (combined Smith-Peterson and Kocher-Langenbeck techniques) between May 1997 and December 2005 were analyzed in this study. The clinical and radiologic outcomes and complications were analyzed and the final survival rates of the operated hips were investigated with survival analysis curves. Forty-nine hips survived until the final follow-up without arthroplasty, and four hips underwent arthroplasty. The average follow-up period was 11.5 years (8-16 years). The pain visual analogue scale improved from 6.3 to 1.1, while the Harris hip score improved from 61.9 to 91.1. Radiologic findings showed that all cases showed improvements in the center edge angle, acetabular angle, acetabular depth, and femoral head coverage. Two patients underwent intraarticular osteotomy due to a complication, and one patient underwent additional osteotomy due to an under-correction. Three cases showed an asymptomatic nonunion of the superior pubic ramus osteotomy site. One patient developed an avulsion fracture of the anterior superior iliac spine, and none of the cases had an infection or permanent neurologic damage. Kaplan-Meier analysis revealed that the 10-year survival rate was 93% (95% confidence interval [CI] 81-98%) with arthroplasty as the endpoint and 86% (95% CI 70-91%) with the progression of osteoarthritis based on Tönnis osteoarthritis rating as the endpoint. Based on the outcomes of a long-term follow-up of more than 10 years on average, Bernese periacetabular osteotomy via a dual approach was found to be a satisfactory method for lowering the incidence of complications while preserving hips.

Reoperation rate, mortality and ambulatory ability after internal fixation versus hemiarthroplasty for unstable intertrochanteric fractures in elderly patients: a study on Korean Hip Fracture Registry.

INTRODUCTION: The treatment of unstable intertrochanteric fracture in elderly patients is challenging and how to treat these patients remains controversial. The purposes of this study were to compare (1) reoperation rate, (2) mortality and (3) the postoperative change of walking ability between patients undergoing internal fixation (IF) and those undergoing bipolar hemiarthroplasty (HA) due to this type of fracture based on the data from the Korean Hip Fracture Registry. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Between July 2014 and June 2016, we extracted 623 unstable intertrochanteric fractures (616 patients aged ≥ 65 years) according to the classification of the Association for the Study of Internal Fixation-American Orthopaedic Trauma Association. Among the 564 patients, 396 were treated with IF (IF group) and 168 with bipolar HA (HA group). We compared the reoperation rate and mortality between IF group and HA group. In patients, who were followed up more than 2 years after the surgery, we compared the postoperative change of walking activity from ambulatory outdoors (Koval's grade 1, 2, 3) to housebound (Koval's grade 4, 5, 6). RESULTS: The rate of reoperation was higher in the IF group (24/396, 6.1%) than in the HA (4/168, 2.4%) (p = 0.046). At the final follow-up, 79 (35.7%) of the 221 IF patients became housebound, whereas 21 (23.3%) of the 90 HA patients became housebound (p = 0.022). CONCLUSION: This study showed HA was associated with lower rate of reoperation and lower decrement rate of walking ability compared to IF in elderly patients with unstable intertrochanteric fractures.

Clinical experience with three-dimensional printing techniques in orthopedic trauma.

BACKGROUND: To report our experiences with the use of three-dimensional (3D) printing in the field of orthopedic trauma. METHODS: This retrospective study enrolled 24 patients from three university teaching hospitals in whom 3D printing technique was applied: 14 patients with acetabular fractures and 10 patients with clavicular shaft fractures. We summarized our experiences with 3D printed bone models. RESULTS: Three-dimensional printed acetabular models improved understanding of complex acetabular anatomy and fracture pattern to plan the optimal positioning of a reduction clamp and the trajectory of screws. Pre-bending of a reconstruction plate could reduce operative time. We also recorded fluoroscopic images of a simulated surgery for percutaneous screw fixation of the acetabular posterior column, with the optimal positioning of the guide wire determined during the simulation used as a reference during the actual operation. This surgical simulation was performed by a resident and served as a helpful training method. For fractures of the clavicle, we identified the optimal position of anatomical plates using 3D printed clavicle models. CONCLUSION: In our experience, 3D printing technique provided surgeons with improved understanding of the fracture pattern and anatomy and was effectively used for preoperative planning, education of surgical trainees, and performing simulations to improve intra-operative technical outcomes.

Avulsion fracture of the acromial physis in a 14-year-old boy: a case report.

Scapular fractures are uncommon and among them acromial fractures are even more uncommon. Because the vast majority of acromial fractures are either non-displaced or minimally displaced, symptomatic and nonoperative management was performed. We describe a case of avulsion fracture of the acromial physis displaced by acromioclavicular ligament treated with open reduction and internal fixation, and include a review of the literature.

A ligament reattachment technique for high-demand athletes with chronic ankle instability.

The present prospective study was conducted to evaluate the clinical outcomes of the new ligament reattachment procedure for chronic lateral ankle instability in high-demand athletes. A total of 24 athletes <30 years old were followed for >2 years after undergoing the modified Brostrom procedure using the suture bridge technique. The clinical evaluation included the Karlsson score, the Sefton grading system, and the period to return to exercise. As an evaluation of mechanical stability, the talar tilt angle and anterior talar translation were measured on stress radiographs. The Karlsson score had improved significantly from a preoperative average of 43.5 points to 92.2 points. Using the Sefton grading system, 22 (91.7%) patients achieved satisfactory results. The period to return to exercise was as follows: a mean of 8.4 weeks for jogging, 12.5 weeks for spurt running, 10.5 weeks for jumping, 9.2 weeks for 1 leg standing for >1 minute, 10.6 weeks for walking on uneven ground, and 11.2 weeks for going downstairs. The talar tilt angle and anterior talar translation had improved significantly from the preoperative average of 15.4° and 13.3 mm to 3.8° and 4.2 mm at 2 months postoperatively and 4.9° and 4.8 mm at the final follow-up visit, respectively. The modified Brostrom procedure using the suture bridge technique resulted in satisfactory clinical outcomes comparable to those with conventional ligament reattachment techniques. The suture bridge technique appears to be an effective treatment option for chronic ankle instability in high-demand athletes.

Outcomes of the modified Brostrom procedure using suture anchors for chronic lateral ankle instability--a prospective, randomized comparison between single and double suture anchors.

The present prospective, randomized study was conducted to compare the clinical outcomes of the modified Brostrom procedure using single and double suture anchors for chronic lateral ankle instability. A total of 50 patients were followed up for more than 2 years after undergoing the modified Brostrom procedure. Of the 50 procedures, 25 each were performed using single and double suture anchors by 1 surgeon. The Karlsson scale had improved significantly to 89.8 points and 90.6 points in the single and double anchor groups, respectively. Using the Sefton grading system, 23 cases (92%) in the single anchor group and 22 (88%) in the double anchor group achieved satisfactory results. The talar tilt angle and anterior talar translation on stress radiographs using the Telos device had improved significantly to an average of 5.7° and 4.6 mm in the single anchor group and 4.5° and 4.3 mm in the double anchor group, respectively. The double anchor technique was superior with respect to the postoperative talar tilt. The single and double suture anchor techniques produced similar clinical and functional outcomes, with the exception of talar tilt as a reference of mechanical stability. The modified Brostrom procedure using both single and double suture anchors appears to be an effective treatment method for chronic lateral ankle instability.

Irreducible Ankle Fracture Dislocation Because of Tibialis Posterior and Flexor Digitorum Longus Tendon Entrapment in the Interosseous Membrane: A Case Report.

CASE: We describe the case of a 63-year-old man with anterior ankle dislocation and fracture confirmed by x-ray. Postreduction x-ray and computed tomography (CT) revealed Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen/Orthopaedic Trauma Association (AO/OTA) type 44C3 and Lauge-Hansen pronation-external rotation-type ankle fractures. CONCLUSION: This was a rare case of ankle fracture dislocation because of entrapment of the tibialis posterior and flexor digitorum longus tendons in the interosseous membrane. Tendon entrapment should be suspected in cases of high-energy injuries, Weber type C fractures, Lauge-Hansen pronation-external rotation fractures, syndesmosis widening, and irreducible fractures using manual closed reduction. Fractures and soft tissues should be evaluated by changing the CT settings.

Open reduction versus closed reduction in internal fixation of displaced femoral neck fracture in children: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

BACKGROUND: The quality of reduction is an important factor affecting clinical outcomes for displaced femoral neck fractures (FNFs). However, concerns remain about the invasiveness of open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) as compared to that of closed reduction and internal fixation (CRIF), and the choice between ORIF and CRIF as an optimal treatment strategy for displaced pediatric FNF remains controversial. MATERIALS AND METHODS: MEDLINE, Embase, and the Cochrane Library were systematically searched for studies published up to December 22, 2022, that compared ORIF and CRIF techniques for treating FNF in children. Pooled analysis identified differences in surgical outcomes between ORIF and CRIF, especially regarding postoperative complications, such as osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH), nonunion, coxa vara deformity, leg-length discrepancy LLD, and premature physeal closure (PPC). RESULTS: We included 15 studies with 635 pediatric FNF cases in our review. Of these, 324 and 311 were treated with ORIF and CRIF, respectively. The pooled analysis revealed that no significant differences existed between each reduction technique for ONFH (odds ratio [OR] = 0.89; 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.51-1.56; P = 0.69), nonunion (OR = 0.51; 95% CI 0.18-1.47; P = 0.21), coxa vara deformity (OR = 0.58; 95% CI 0.20-1.72; P = 0.33), LLD (OR = 0.57; 95% CI 0.18-1.82; P = 0.35), and PPC (OR = 0.72; 95% CI 0.11-4.92; P = 0.74). CONCLUSIONS: Despite concerns about the invasiveness of ORIF, no differences in complications exist between ORIF and CRIF after FNF in children. Therefore, we believe that ORIF should be performed in FNF when the fracture is irreducible by closed manner.

Surgical outcomes of acetabular fracture of elderly patients with superomedial dome impaction.

This study aimed to investigate the outcomes of elderly acetabular fractures according to the reduction of impacted dome fragments. A retrospective cohort study was performed in two institutions. Fifty-four patients aged ≥ 60 years with acetabular fractures were enrolled. Data for dome impaction and postoperative reduction was collected. Patients were divided into the good reduction group (displacement ≤ 3 mm) and poor reduction group (displacement > 3 mm). Postoperative osteoarthritis (OA), Harris hip score (HHS), total hip arthroplasty conversion, good/poor outcomes were compared between the two groups. The good reduction group (N = 45) demonstrated a lower proportion of radiographic OA (18 vs. 77%, P = 0.001), higher HHS (82.1 vs. 68.6, P = 0.022), and higher proportion of good outcomes than the poor reduction group (N = 9) (89 vs. 22%, P < 0.001). In a subgroup analysis of the patients with dome impaction, the good reduction group had a higher proportion of good outcomes (80 vs. 20%, P = 0.031). On comparing within the good reduction group, dome impaction did not influence clinical outcomes. Elderly acetabular fractures demonstrated favorable outcomes when adequate reduction was achieved even with dome impaction. Well-reduced dome impaction could achieve satisfactory outcomes in elderly acetabular fractures.

Comparison between suture anchor and transosseous suture for the modified-Broström procedure.

BACKGROUND: This prospective, randomized study was conducted to compare clinical outcomes of the modified Broström procedure using suture anchor or transosseous suture technique for chronic ankle instability. METHODS: Forty patients were followed for more than 2 years after modified Broström procedure. Twenty procedures using a suture anchor and 20 procedures using a transosseous suture were performed by one surgeon. The clinical evaluation consisted of the Karlsson scale and the Sefton grading system. Talar tilt and anterior talar translation were measured on anterior and varus stress radiographs. RESULTS: The Karlsson scale had improved significantly to 90.8 points in the suture anchor group, and to 89.2 points in the transosseous suture group. According to Sefton grading system, 18 patients (90%) in suture anchor group and 17 patients (85%) in transosseous suture group achieved satisfactory results. The talar tilt angle and anterior talar translation improved significantly to 5.9 degrees and 4.2 mm in suture anchor group, and to 5.4 degrees and 4.1 mm in transosseous suture group, respectively. CONCLUSION: No significant differences existed in clinical and functional outcomes between the two techniques for ligament reattachment. Both modified Broström procedures using the suture anchor and transosseous suture seem to be effective treatment methods for chronic lateral ankle instability.

Aortic Injury After Shoulder Reduction in a Patient with Multiple Rib Fractures: A Case Report.

CASE: A 74-year-old woman presented with multiple rib fractures, hemothorax, spleen rupture, and right shoulder dislocation. Shoulder joint reduction was performed using the traction-countertraction method. An injury to the descending aorta, caused by the seventh rib, was confirmed. CONCLUSION: The authors encountered an aortic injury, a rare complication of shoulder joint reduction, in a patient with a posterior rib fracture. When managing patients with posterior fractures of the fourth to ninth ribs on the left side, the reduction method should be carefully selected depending on the status of the patient to avoid aortic injuries.

Femoral head fracture with large crushed defect in weight-bearing area treated with autologous osteochondral transplantation (repositionplasty): A case report.

RATIONALE: Femoral head fracture is a rare type of fracture commonly associated with hip dislocation. Femoral head fracture treatments include conservative treatment, fragment excision, open reduction, internal fixation, and arthroplasty. In cases of young patients, open reduction and internal fixation are preferred over arthroplasty. Pipkin type 2 fractures are treated with open reduction and internal fixation in most cases because the fracture line extends upward of the fovea and includes the femoral head-acetabular weight-bearing joint surface. However, if the fracture is severely comminuted or crushed, good results are difficult to obtain with open reduction and internal fixation. PATIENT CONCERNS: A 23-years-old male patient presented to the emergency room with right hip pain after 4-m fall. DIAGNOSIS: In initial image work up, he was diagnosed with right posterior hip dislocation and a Pipkin type 2 femoral head fracture with an ipsilateral superior ramus fracture. After manual reduction, simple radiography and computed tomography showed reduction of the hip joint and a large osteochondral defect of approximately 6 cm2 in the weight-bearing area on the superomedial side of the femoral head. INTERVENTIONS: This was treated with a novel surgery named autologous osteochondral transplantation (repositionplasty), devised by the authors. OUTCOMES: The congruent reduction was confirmed by radiography and computed tomography immediately after the surgery. At 5 years postoperatively, the Harris Hip Score was 100 points and no discomfort, femoral head collapse, osteonecrosis, or traumatic arthritis were observed on follow-up radiographs. LESSONS: We think this method "repositionplasty" will be a good treatment method for young patients with a large defect in the weight-bearing part of the femoral head who cannot undergo open reduction and internal fixation.

The effect of regional nerve block on perioperative delirium in hip fracture surgery for the elderly: A systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.

INTRODUCTION: With minimal systemic toxicity, an analgesic effect of regional nerve block (RNB) has been proved in hip fracture cases. Analgesia was expected to reduce delirium by controlling pain, a known predisposing factor for delirium. We performed a meta-analysis to investigate the effect of RNB on delirium after hip fracture surgery in elderly patients. We aimed to answer the question: Can regional nerve block reduce postoperative delirium in hip fracture patients? HYPOTHESIS: Our hypothesis was that RNB could reduce postoperative delirium after hip fracture surgery in elderly patients. PATIENTS AND METHODS: MEDLINE, Embase, and Cochrane Library databases were searched systematically for studies published before September 9, 2020, investigating the effect of RNB on perioperative delirium after hip fracture in elderly patients. We performed synthetic analyses for overall RNB compared to a control group both in 1) overall elderly patients, including the cognitively impaired, and 2) for patients without cognitive impairment (CoI). Also, we performed subgroup analyses for each of the block techniques, such as fascia-iliac block (FIB) and femoral nerve block (FNB). RESULTS: Eight randomized controlled trials compared the incidence of perioperative delirium between the RNB and control groups. A pooled analysis showed no differences in delirium incidence between the RNB and control groups (odds ratio [OR], 0.66; 95% confidence interval [CI], 0.36-1.22; p=0.18; I2=58%) in overall elderly patients. However, there was a significant reduction of delirium in the RNB group in patients without CoI (OR: 0.44; 95% CI: 0.21-0.94; p=0.03; I2=51%). In the subgroup analyses, we were unable to discern any differences in delirium incidence between the groups for FIB (OR, 0.89; 95% CI: 0.19-4.19; p=0.88; I2=78%) and FNB (OR 0.61; 95% CI: 0.31-1.20, p=0.15, I2=47%). CONCLUSIONS: In cases of hip fracture in elderly, RNB demonstrated a preventive effect on perioperative delirium for patients without preoperative CoI. No significant reduction in perioperative delirium was observed when cognitively impaired patients were included.

Comparison of olecranon osteotomy and paratricipital approach in distal humerus intra-articular fracture: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

BACKGROUND: Surgical outcomes of the paratricipital approach (PT) and olecranon osteotomy (OO) for the treatment of distal humerus intra-articular fracture have been reported. However, there is no consensus regarding which approach is better in terms of functional outcomes and complications. This study aimed to compare the operation time, functional outcomes, and complications of OO and PT. METHODS: The databases of MEDLINE, Embase, and Cochrane Library were systematically searched for studies published before June 1, 2021. We performed synthetic analysis of the operation time, functional outcomes, and incidence of complication after the conduct of OO group or PT group in patients with distal humerus intra-articular fractures. RESULTS: Five studies were included representing a total of 243 patients who underwent surgery for distal humerus intra-articular fractures. A pooled analysis showed that there was a longer operation time in the OO group compared with the PT group (mean difference [MD] = 13.32, 95% CI: 3.78-22.87; P = .006). There was no significant difference between the functional outcomes of the OO and PT groups (elbow flexion: MD = 2.4, 95% CI: -0.82 to 5.79, P = .14; elbow extension: MD = 0.36, 95% CI: -2.20 to 2.92, P = .78; elbow arc of motion: MD = 0.40, 95% CI: -4.05 to 4.84, P = .86; Mayo Elbow Performance score: MD = -1.37, 95% CI: -4.73 to 1.98, P = .42). The incidence of infection was significantly higher in the OO group compared with that of the PT group (odds ratio [OR] = 3.82, 95% CI: 1.03-14.16, P = .04). There was no significant difference between the 2 groups in terms of the heterotopic ossification and ulnar neuropathy (OR = 1.85, 95% CI: 0.51-6.71, P = .35 and OR = 2.74, 95% CI: 0.60-12.48, P = .19, respectively). CONCLUSIONS: Since the choice of surgical approach does not influence outcomes, surgeons can base their choice of approach on the basis of their own experience and familiarity with the procedure and the need to visualize the entire articular surface in complex intra-articular fracture patterns.

Optimal plate position in minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis for mid-shaft clavicle fractures: simulation using 3D-printed models of actual clinical cases.

INTRODUCTION: This study evaluated the optimal anatomical locking plate position using three-dimensional printed models of the clavicle. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Three-dimensional models of the fractured clavicle were reproduced from seventeen patients who underwent minimally invasive plate osteosynthesis (MIPO) procedures. The fracture location-the percentage of the distal fragment length compared to the entire clavicle-ranged from 30-44%. We evaluated four commercially available plate systems for position and fitting with the bone. After reducing the fracture on each three-dimensional model, we determined the optimal plate and its position. RESULTS: The anatomical plate fitted well when positioned in the middle of the clavicle for a fracture location ranging from 40 to 60%. When the fracture location was 30-40%, the anatomical plate fit well onto the bone model only in 36% of clavicles; otherwise, the reversed position of the anatomical plate or the lateral plate fit well. The anatomical plate was found to be unsuitable when the fracture location was less than 30%; in this case, the lateral plate was the best fit. CONCLUSION: Fitting the anatomical plate in MIPO for clavicle fractures depends on the fracture location. This can help surgeons determine the optimal plate for clavicle MIPO.

Dynamic Hip Screw versus Cannulated Cancellous Screw in Pauwels Type II or Type III Femoral Neck Fracture: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Vertically oriented femoral neck fractures (FNFs) are known to be especially unstable FNFs, and they have a higher associated risk of failure. The dynamic hip screw (DHS) technique and the cannulated cancellous screw (CCS) technique are the two main fixation techniques used in the treatment of FNFs. However, no large clinical study has compared the DHS and CCS techniques in patients with high-shear-angle FNFs. MEDLINE, Embase, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science were systematically searched for studies that compared the DHS and CCS techniques for the treatment of Pauwels type II or type III FNF. Pooled analysis was performed to identify differences between the DHS and CCS techniques in Pauwels type II or type III FNF, with a focus on postoperative complications such as fracture nonunion and osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH). We included five studies with a total of 252 patients. The DHS technique was used in 96 patients (DHS group), and the CCS technique was used in 156 patients (CCS group). The pooled analysis revealed that the nonunion rate in the CCS group was significantly higher than that in the DHS group (OR = 0.32; 95% CI, 0.11-0.96; p = 0.04, I2 = 0%), but there was no difference in the incidence of ONFH between the groups (OR = 0.98; 95% CI, 0.20-4.73; p = 0.98, I2 = 53%). For vertically oriented FNFs, the DHS technique is more favorable and has a lower risk of fracture nonunion than the CCS technique.

Regional Nerve Block Decreases the Incidence of Postoperative Delirium in Elderly Hip Fracture.

Postoperative delirium is common in elderly patients with hip fracture. Pain is a major risk factor for delirium, and regional nerve blocks (RNBs) effectively control pain in hip fractures. This study aimed to evaluate the effect of RNB on delirium after hip surgery in elderly patients. This retrospective comparative study was performed in a single institution, and the data were collected from medical records between March 2018 and April 2021. Patients aged ≥60 years who underwent proximal femoral fracture surgery were included, while those with previous psychiatric illness and cognitive impairment were excluded. Two hundred and fifty-two patients were enrolled and divided into an RNB or a control group according to RNB use. Delirium was assessed as the primary outcome and postoperative pain score, pain medication consumption, and rehabilitation assessment as the secondary outcomes. Between the RNB (n = 129) and control groups (n = 123), there was no significant difference in the baseline characteristics. The overall incidence of delirium was 21%; the rate was lower in the RNB group than in the control group (15 vs. 27%, respectively, p = 0.027). The average pain score at 6 h postoperatively was lower in the RNB group than in the control group (2.8 ± 1.5 vs. 3.3 ± 1.6, respectively, p = 0.030). There was no significant difference in the pain score at 12, 24, and 48 h postoperatively, amount of opioids consumed for 2 postoperative days, and time from injury to wheelchair ambulation. We recommend RNB as a standard procedure for elderly patients with hip fracture due to lower delirium incidence and more effective analgesia in the early postoperative period.

Factors Affecting Compliance With Weight-Bearing Restriction and the Amount of Weight-Bearing in the Elderly With Femur or Pelvic Fractures.

OBJECTIVE: To determine the factors affecting the amount of weight-bearing during gait training in the elderly patients who underwent internal fixation after femur or pelvic fractures and how well they performed the weight-bearing restriction as directed by the physiatrist. METHODS: In this retrospective chart review study, we measured the amount of weight-bearing on the affected side in 50 patients undergoing internal fixation surgery and rehabilitation after femur or pelvic fracture using a force plate. Patients receiving non-weight-bearing or partial weight-bearing education were considered to perform weight-bearing restriction well when the amount of weight-bearing was <50 lb. Furthermore, regression analysis was performed to determine the effects of postoperative complications, age, cognitive function, and pain on weightbearing restriction. RESULTS: Variables affecting the amount of weight-bearing were age (r=0.581, p<0.001), weight-bearing education type (r=0.671, p<0.001), manual muscle strength of hip flexion on the non-affected side (r=-0.296, p=0.037), hip abduction (r=-0.326, p=0.021), knee extension (r=-0.374, p=0.007), ankle plantar flexion (r=-0.374, p=0.008), right hand grip strength (r=-0.535, p<0.001), Korean version of Mini-Mental State Examination (r=-0.496, p<0.001), Clinical Dementia Rating (r=0.308, p=0.03), and pain visual analog scale scores (r=0.318, p=0.024). The significant predictor of the amount of weight-bearing among these variables was age (ß=0.448, p=0.001). The weight-bearing restriction adherence rate was significantly lower, at 22%, for patients aged ≥65 years as compared to 73% for those <65 years. CONCLUSION: Age was a major variable affecting the amount of weight-bearing. Compliance with weight-bearing restriction was significantly lower in patients aged ≥65 years than in patients <65 years.