Introduction: Infections of the sternoclavicular joint (SCJ) account for less than 1% of all joint infections. There are no standardized diagnostic and therapeutic algorithms defined in literature. This study intended to report the risk factors, the bacterial spectrum, the extent and localization and the clinical outcome of SCJ infections. Patients and methods: We retrospectively reviewed the medical charts of 13 patients (8 men, five women, mean age 37.6 years) with SCJ infections between Januray 1st 2008 and October 30th 2015 for clinical parameters and radiological studies. All patients were interviewed during their follow-up along with clinical examination and assessing the Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand questionnaire (DASH). Results: Nine patients presented with local chest pain and swelling; in 4 patients, the prevalent symptom was pain without local signs of inflammation. Full blood count revealed a mean leukocytosis of 15 Â 10 9 L and a mean CRP of 21.0 mg/dl. Approximately 61.5% reported known diabetes mellitus. 10 patients presented an involvement of surrounding structures. All patients received a preoperativ CT scan. Each patient was treated via SCJ resection without intraoperative complications. Primary wound closure was possible in all cases. The mean follow-up was 95 days. Wound culture revealed Staphylococcus aureus in all patients. Pathological examination affirmed acute osteomyelitis in 7 patients. Four patients required the intensive care of which 2 patients died from septic shock. Recurrent infection was encountered in 3 patients who underwent revision surgery. Mean DASH Score was 18.7. Conclusion: CT should be routinely obtained to recognize the possible extends to the surrounding structures. SCJ resection can result in satisfactory clinical results and should be considered in cases of extended infections including the surrounding structures. Empiric antibiotic coverage should contain cephalosporin or extended-spectrum penicillin. Inappropriate or less-invasive surgical procedures may cause recurrencent infections, especially in cases of osteomyelitis.
Gesunde Beschäftigte, deren Muskel-Skelett-System vor Beschwerden und Erkrankungen geschützt werden soll (Primärprävention). Beschäftigte mit MSB oder MSE, die vor einer Verschlimmerung bzw. Manifestierung einer Erkrankung bewahrt werden sollen bzw. die eine Teilhabe an beruflichen Tätigkeiten wiedererlangen sollen. o Versorgungsbereich (s. DELBI-Kriterium 3) Der Versorgungsbereich ist die arbeits-und betriebsmedizinische Beratung und Vorsorge sowie die ergonomische Arbeitsgestaltung zum Erhalt der Arbeitsfähigkeit, die Vermeidung von Manifestation und Verschlimmerung arbeitsbedingter Muskel-Skelett-Erkrankungen und -Beschwerden sowie die berufliche Wiedereingliederung. o Anwenderzielgruppe/Adressaten (s. DELBI-Kriterium 6) Die Leitlinie richtet sich an Betriebsärztinnen und Betriebsärzte, Arbeitsmedizinerinnen und Arbeitsmediziner, Ergonominnen und Ergonomen, Fachkräfte für Arbeitssicherheit, Arbeitgeberinnen und Arbeitgeber und dient zur Information für alle weiteren Akteurinnen und Akteure des praktischen Arbeitsschutzes. 2. Zusammensetzung der Leitliniengruppe: Beteiligung von Interessensgruppen o Repräsentativität der Leitliniengruppe: Beteiligte Berufsgruppen (s. DELBI-Kriterium 4) Die Mitglieder der Leitliniengruppe sind Ärztinnen und Ärzte sowie Wissenschaftlerinnen und Wissenschaftler aus den Bereichen Arbeitsmedizin, Arbeitswissenschaft, Ergonomie, Arbeitsschutz, Biomechanik, Orthopädie, Orthopädische Chirurgie und Unfallchirurgie, Neurologie, Schmerzforschung sowie Sozialmedizin und Prävention. Zudem sind Vertreter der Deutschen Gesetzlichen Unfallversicherung, verschiedener Berufsgenossenschaften, der Bundesanstalt für Arbeitsschutz und Arbeitsmedizin und aus dem Bereich der Rehabilitation mit einem hohen Bezug zur beruflichen Praxis in der Leitliniengruppe vertreten.
Introduction The first weeks after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) are crucial for the functional outcome. To improve knee mobility, a continuous passive motion (CPM) motor rail is commonly used during in-hospital rehabilitation. The single-joint hybrid assistive limb (HAL-SJ) is a new therapy device. The aim of the study was to improve patients’ range of motion (ROM), mobility, and satisfaction using the active-assistive support of the HAL-SJ. Materials and methods Between 09/2017 and 10/2020, 34 patients, who underwent TKA and matched the inclusion criteria, were randomized into study (HAL-SJ) and control (CPM) group. Treatment began after drain removal and was carried out until discharge. Primary outcome parameters were raised pre- and postoperatively and included the Oxford knee score (OKS), visual analog scale (VAS), and acquired range of motion. Furthermore complications caused by the device were recorded. Results OKS increased in both groups postoperatively, but only significantly in the HAL-SJ group. Postoperative pain improved in both groups without significant differences. Flexion improvement was significant in both groups between days 3/7 and 8 weeks postoperatively. We did not encounter any complications related to HAL-SJ. Conclusions In conclusion, use of the HAL-SJ during rehabilitation in the early postoperative period after TKA was safe without disadvantages compared to the control group and seems to have advantages in terms of daily life impairment.
Study Design. . Retrospective study. Objective. . To determine incidence, risk factors, complications, and early postoperative outcome in patients with intraoperative ischemic stroke during elective spine surgery. Summary of Background Data. . Overall, stroke is the fifth leading cause of death in the United States and the second leading cause of death worldwide. It can be a catastrophic event and the main cause of neurological disability in adults. Methods. . A retrospective review of the electronic medical records of patients who underwent elective spine surgery between January 2016 and November 2018 at a larger tertiary referral center was conducted. Patients with infection and neoplastic disease were excluded. Patient demographics, pre- and postoperative neurological status, surgical treatment, surgical time, blood loss, intraoperative abnormalities, risk factors, history of stroke, medical treatment, diagnostics, hospital stay, complications, and mortality were collected. Results. . Out of 5029 surgically treated patients receiving elective spine surgery, a total of seven patients (0.15%) were identified who developed an ischemic stroke during the surgical procedure. Patients were predominantly females (n = 6). Ischemic pontine stroke occurred in two patients. Further distributions of ischemic stroke were: left caudate nucleus, left posterior inferior cerebellar artery, left external capsule, left middle cerebral artery, and acute ischemic supratentorial spots. The main risk factors identified for intraoperative ischemic stroke include hypertension, diabetes, smoking, dyslipidemia, and possibly major intraoperative CSF leak. Three patients (43%) had neurological deficits which did not improve during hospital stay. Two patients recovered fully and two patients died. Therefore, in-hospital mortality rate of this subset of patients was 29%. Conclusion. . With the increase of spinal procedures, it is important to identify patients at risk for having an ischemic stroke and to optimize their comorbidities preoperatively. Patients with intraoperative ischemic stroke carry a higher risk for morbidity and mortality during the index hospitalization. Level of Evidence: 4
Study Design: Retrospective case series analysis. Objective: To identify relevant clinical and radiographic markers for patients presenting with infectious spondylo-discitis associated with spinal instability directly related to the infectious process. Methods: We evaluated patients presenting with de-novo intervertebral discitis or vertebral osteomyelitis /discitis (VOD) who initiated non-surgical treatment. Patients who failed conservative treatment and required stabilization surgery within 90 days were defined as “ failed treatment group” (FTG). Patients who experienced an uneventful course served as controls and were labeled as “ nonsurgical group” (NSG). A wide array of baseline clinical and radiographic parameters was retrieved and compared between 2 groups. Results: Overall 35 patients had initiated non-surgical treatment for VOD. 25 patients had an uneventful course (NSG), while 10 patients failed conservative treatment (“FTG”) within 90 days. Factors found to be associated with poorer outcome were intra-venous drug abuse (IVDA) as well as the presence of fever upon initial presentation. Radiographically, involvement of the same-level facets and the extent of caudal and rostral VB involvement in both MRI and CT were found to be significantly associated with poorer clinical and radiographic outcome. Conclusions: We show that clinical factors such as IVDA status and fever as well as the extent of osseous and posterior element involvement may prove to be helpful in favoring surgical treatment early on in the management of spinal infections.
Study Design. Nationwide Readmissions Database Study.Objective. The aim of this study was to investigate readmission rates and factors related to readmission after surgical and nonsurgical management of odontoid fractures. Summary of Background Data. Management of odontoid fractures, which are the most common isolated spine fracture in the elderly, continues to be debated. The choice between surgical or nonsurgical treatment has been reported to impact mortality and might influence readmission rates. Hospital readmissions represent a large financial burden upon our healthcare system. Factors surrounding hospital readmissions would benefit from a better understanding of their associated causes to lower health care costs Methods. A retrospective study was performed using the 2016 Healthcare Utilization Project (HCUP) Nationwide Readmission Database (NRD). Demographic information and factors associated with readmission were collected. Readmission rates, complications, length of hospital stay were collected. Patients treated operatively, nonoperatively, and patients who were readmitted or not readmitted were compared. Statistical analysis was performed using open source software SciPy (Python v1.3.0) for all analyses. Results. We identified 2921 patients who presented with Type II dens fractures from January 1, 2016 to September 30, 2016, 555 of which underwent surgical intervention. The readmission rate in patients who underwent surgery was 16.4% (91/555) and 29.4% (696/2366
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