Comparison of pulley plasty, pulley venting and resection of flexor digitorum superficialis slip after zone II flexor tendon repair: a cadaver study.

LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: V.

Factors affecting return to work time and functional outcome after low-velocity gunshot injuries related to foot in civilian population.

BACKGROUND: Purpose of this study was to identify factors affecting return to work time and functional outcomes after low-velocity gunshot injuries related to foot. Related complications are also analyzed. METHOD: This study conducted as retrospective cohort study in tertiary care university hospital. Data on 26 patients obtained through retrospective database search. Type of causing weapon, anatomic location of wound, wound type according to Gustilo Anderson classification, extend of damage regarding injured structures, extend of soft tissue damage, duration of hospital stay, need of reconstructive surgery, return-to-work time, follow-up period and functional scores at final follow-up were recorded. Factors affecting functional outcome and return-to-work time were analyzed. RESULTS: Total of 12 patients (46.2 %) experienced complications, with eight being deep soft tissue infections. The mean MFS score for the study group was 77.27 (±11.82). The mean MFS for the pistol group was 83.46 (±6.90), extent of soft tissue damage was an independent risk factor (OR 10.67, 95 % CI 1.70-66.72, p = 0.011) for poor outcomes. On average, patients took 10.12 months (±7.59) to return to work, the type of gun used was an independent variable associated with delayed return to work (OR 144, 95 % CI 8.04-2578.09, p = 0.011). CONCLUSION: Gunshot injuries related to foot can lead to a high rate of complications, loss of workdays, and permanent functional losses. Therefore, it is crucial to develop appropriate treatment plans and manage inevitable complications in these injuries. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level IV, Case series.

Synovectomy induced patellar tendon ossification in patient with rheumatoid arthritis: A case report and review of the literature.

INTRODUCTION: Patellar tendon ossification is a rare complication that primarily occurs following a knee injury. This article aims to describe, for the first time, a case of patellar tendon ossification following synovectomy. CASE PRESENTATION: A 48-year-old male with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis presented with swelling in his left knee following a synovectomy procedure. After a thorough physical examination, radiographic assessment, and computed tomography, the patient was diagnosed with total patellar tendon ossification. Subsequently, the patient underwent excision of the ossified mass and tendon reconstruction using an Achilles allograft. DISCUSSION: The primary causes of patellar tendon ossification are iatrogenic and traumatic injuries. The presence of rheumatoid arthritis, which negatively affects tissue healing, may exacerbate this condition. Smaller lesions can be managed conservatively or through resection and repair. In cases of extensive ossification, resection and reconstruction are necessary. A comprehensive literature review is also provided. CONCLUSION: The occurrence of patellar tendon swelling following trauma or surgery should raise suspicion of patellar tendon ossification. Rheumatoid arthritis is a risk factor for the development of patellar tendon ossification. In cases of extensive ossification, successful treatment can be achieved through reconstruction using an Achilles allograft.

A comparison of two immobilization methods in the conservative treatment of pediatric distal forearm fractures: Long arm cast versus single sugar-tong splint.

OBJECTIVES: The aim of this study was to compare the results of single sugar-tong splint (SSTS) and long arm cast (LAC) as an immobilization method in pediatric distal forearm fractures. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Between January 2016 and December 2019, a total of 186 pediatric patients (143 males, 43 females; mean age: 10.3±3 years; range, 4 to 15 years) with distal forearm fractures were retrospectively analyzed. The patients were divided into two groups according to the immobilization method: SSTS group (n=74) and LAC group (n=112). All patients were evaluated at the time of admission, immediately after the reduction, and at one, two, and four weeks. Sagittal and coronal plane angulations and translation percentages of the radius at each visit were calculated. Alterations in coronal angle, sagittal angle, sagittal translation and coronal translation were calculated by subtracting the measurements after reduction from the measurements at four weeks. RESULTS: Both groups were comparable in terms of demographic characteristics, fracture localization, and side of injured extremity. There was a statistically significant difference only in the sagittal angulations in the first (LAC: 4.7; SSTS: 6.5; p=0.009) and second week (LAC: 5.3; SSTS: 6.8; p=0.024). The rest of radiological measurements were comparable. In the LAC group, seven patients had re-intervention (three manipulations, four surgeries) and in the SSTS group, three patients had re-intervention (two manipulations, one surgery) (p=0.657). CONCLUSION: Our study results suggest that SSTS and LAC are comparable in terms of radiological results and need for re-intervention as an immobilization method of pediatric distal forearm fractures.

Retrospective evaluation of 377 patients with penetrating foreign body injuries: a university hospital experience (a present case of missed sponge foreign body injury)

Background/aim: This study aimed to retrospectively analyse patients with foreign body (FB) injuries in our hospital and to present a patient with missed penetrating sponge FB injury. Materials and methods: This study lasted 12 years (2008­2020) and reviewed all patients with FB injuries who were admitted to the emergency department (ED) of our hospital. Along with our overall results, we present a case with missed penetrating sponge FB injury in detail. Results: Approximately 377 patients were included in the study (age: 28.3 ± 18.3 years, m/f: 229/148). The foot (n = 148, 39.3%) and the hand (n = 143, 37.9%) were the most frequently injured body parts. Regarding FB types, sewing needles (n = 140, 37.1%), metal pieces (n = 91, 24.1%), and glass (n = 80, 21.2%) were the most frequently observed objects. Most of the patients were injured at home, often by needles or glass. The injury-admission mean time was 7.38 ± 2.5 days. FBs were frequently removed in the ED (n = 176, 46.7%). Plain radiography is the first line in identifying FBs. Soft tissue infection was the most common complication. MRIs were much useful than USGs in detecting the missed penetrating sponge injury of the single patient in the study. Conclusion: For diagnosis of FBs, besides recording the patient's history, obtaining a two-sided radiogram is of great importance. For nonradiolucent or deeply located FBs, further clinical or radiological investigation must be considered to avoid complications. Although most of the FBs can be removed in the ED, patients may require hospitalisation and operation for FB removal, depending upon FB location and age.