The effectiveness ORIF for neglected periprosthetic femoral fractures after hemiarthroplasty: A case report.

INTRODUCTION AND IMPORTANCE: Periprosthetic fractures are a growing concern due to the increasing frequency of primary joint replacement surgery, with total hip arthroplasty being the most common. The incidence of periprosthetic fractures after revision surgery ranges from 4 to 11 %, with up to 30 % reported after knee revision surgery. This case report aims to describe the treatment of an 81-year-old woman suffering from neglected periprosthetic femoral fracture post hemiarthroplasty. CASE PRESENTATION: An 81-year-old woman with a history of hemiarthroplasty surgery and hypertension was admitted to the ER with pain in her right thigh. She had a middle shaft femoral fracture and was scheduled for open reduction and internal fixation. Despite being fully conscious and having an average pulse rate and blood pressure, she had cardiomegaly and congestive pulmonum. Unfortunately, this patient did not receive appropriate medical treatment after it occurred for 1 month. After surgery, we evaluated the implant, and the implant stabilized the fracture. After 1-3 months after surgery, the LEFS (The Lower Extremity Functional Scale) score was found that the score increase significantly after surgery. CLINICAL DISCUSSION: The Vancouver classification system manages periprosthetic fractures by assessing location, stability, and bone quality. Type A fractures involve the trochanter, while type B fractures are diaphyseal and can extend distally. ORIF is used for subtype B1 fractures, but newer techniques offer shorter operating times and fewer complications. CONCLUSION: From this study, we can conclude that even though neglected cases procedure with ORIF promises a good outcome based on clinical evaluation.

Arthroscopic assisted percutaneous fixation in ankle pilon fracture: A case report.

INTRODUCTION: Results of operative fixation for ankle fractures had been suboptimal, with cases of posttraumatic osteoarthritis occurring following the surgeries. Intra-articular injuries have been suggested as the cause of this problem. This case report aims to present an ankle pilon fracture Ruedi Allgower type II case treated with percutaneous fixation and arthroscopy evaluation. PRESENTATION OF CASE: Female, 17 years old, complained of pain and swelling at the right ankle. The physical examination revealed swelling, deformity, tenderness, and limited range of motion at the right ankle. The radiological examination showed a Ruedi Allgower type II pilon fracture with right ankle dislocation. The patient underwent closed reduction, arthroscopy to evaluate her right ankle and percutaneous internal fixation. The post-surgery evaluation showed a stable ankle. DISCUSSION: Patients undergoing ankle fracture surgery may benefit from ankle arthroscopy because it may increase visualization of articular reductions, assess and repair cartilage and ligament damage, remove loose bodies, decrease soft tissue exposure, preservative vascularity, and evaluate syndesmosis. Moreover, rapid arthroscopic evaluation has a low complication rate. The ability of arthroscopy to improve syndesmotic instability diagnosis suggests that arthroscopy may play a significant role in managing ankle fractures. CONCLUSION: Arthroscopy-assisted internal fixation provides more benefits and information as a single case report, and more studies are warranted; regarding patients' intra-articular injuries, preventing future complications, such as posttraumatic osteoarthritis.

Patellofemoral functional outcome of gracilis sparing compared to gracilis sacrificing ACL reconstruction.

Introduction: The hamstring is the most popular autograft used for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR). Despite its excellent outcome, donor site morbidity is also irritating. Patellofemoral problems are reported to be one of the side effects after hamstring autograft harvesting, suggested to be due to both gracilis & semitendinosus sacrificing. Some experts propose retaining gracilis to decrease patellofemoral problems. The all-inside technique is an advantageous ACLR technique that can preserve the gracilis muscle while reducing muscle strength loss of affected limbs and the risk of knee joint instability under rotational load. This study aims to compare the patellofemoral functional outcome of both gracilis sparing and sacrificing using a validated Kujala score three months after ACLR. Methods: There was total of 20 subjects who underwent ACLR between December 2021 and May 2022 and met the inclusion criteria. They were then grouped into gracilis sparing group (n = 10) and gracilis sacrificing group (n = 10). Follow up assessment (Kujala Score) was conducted during phase II of the rehabilitation program. The assessed variables were surgery technique, time of surgery-to-evaluation, and Kujala Score. Result: There were no significant differences in Kujala Score between gracilis sparing and gracilis sacrificing groups (p = 0.809). There was a strong positive correlation between the time of surgery-to-evaluation and Kujala Score in each group (p = 0.942 and p = 0.910, respectively). Conclusion: There are no differences in patellofemoral functional outcomes between patients who undergo gracilis sparing and gracilis sacrificing ACLR with good scores of Kujala, which means both gracilis sparing and sacrificing show no harm to the patellofemoral after the ACLR.

Plating technique outcome evaluation in calcaneal fracture based on American orthopaedics foot and ankle score and Böhler-Gissane angle: A case series.

INTRODUCTION: Intraarticular Calcaneal fracture treatment nowadays is still up for debate. Surgical plating treatment is favorable because of the rapid healing process and better anatomical reduction despite the invasive intervention. Hence, clinical evaluation is needed to assess the quality-of-life index from foot and ankle by the American orthopaedics Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) score postoperatively. Then, the outcome evaluation of reduction in calcaneal plating of intraarticular calcaneal fracture with Böhler angle and Gissane angle to see if the calcaneal plating technique is a recommended treatment for the calcaneal fracture. METHODS: We treated six patients from December 2020-July 2021 with a calcaneal fracture that underwent surgical plating, mainly by one surgeon. A calcaneal fracture is classified according to sanders classification. In this study, four patients are above the age of 40, and two are under 25. Pre-operative Böhler angle ranged from 8 to 65°, and Gissane angle ranged from 134 to 158°. OUTCOMES: Surgical plating was performed on all six patients. From clinical evaluation using the AOFAS score, we got satisfactory results on all patients who underwent calcaneal plating surgery. Three patients achieved excellent range outcomes with 95% and 99% of AOFAS Scores, and three patients reported AOFAS score good range outcomes with the lowest score of 88%. From the radiological outcome, most of the patient's Böhler and Gissane angles achieved normal value after surgical plating. CONCLUSION: The calcaneal plating technique gives better anatomical reduction depending on Bohler and Gissane angle. These results promise that anatomical reduction can improve clinical outcomes based on the AOFAS score. Thus, the plating method can be used effectively to treat an intraarticular calcaneal fracture.

Successful management of severe manifestation bone cemented implantation syndrome during hemiarthroplasty surgery in patient with multiple comorbidities: A case report.

INTRODUCTION: Bone Cement Implantation Syndrome (BCIS) is a lethal condition with complex physiological changes after the insertion of Methyl Methacrylate (MMA) cement during intraoperative arthroplasty. Despite the etiology and the pathophysiology of BCIS has not been fully understood, several mechanisms have been discovered. Some clinical manifestations of BCIS are hypotension, hypoxemia, a decrease of consciousness, arrhythmia, pulmonary hypertension, and cardiac arrest. PRESENTATION OF CASE: A 67 years old woman underwent cemented hemiarthroplasty operation due to intertrochanteric fracture in her right femur. The hemodynamic was stable before and during operation, but suddenly the patient went into cardiac arrest as the cement inserted. Immediate resuscitation was performed successfully and stable hemodynamic was achieved. DISCUSSION: Several risk factors including underlying cardiovascular disease, advanced age, osteoporosis (enlarged porous cavities increase the risk of emboli generation), fracture type, metastatic bone disease, femoral canal diameter of more than 21 mm, previously non-instrumented femoral canal, and patent foramen ovale (paradoxical embolus). Some studies have shown usage of H1 and H2 antagonists, methylprednisolone, inotropes, vasopressor, and some alterations in surgical technique, can prevent the progression of the BCIS. Communication between the orthopaedic surgeon and anesthesiologist and high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) will become a good basis in treating BCIS. CONCLUSION: Preoperative optimization by increasing oxygen inspiration concentration, usage of inotropes and vasopressor, and avoiding intravascular volume depletion during operation is essential in cemented arthroplasty procedure. Both orthopaedic surgeon and anesthesiologist should recognize the clinical presentation of BCIS and well-prepared for the management of BCIS including any supportive measures.