Aim of Study:Unreduced or missed Monteggia fracture-dislocation after 4 weeks is a common presentation in a tertiary care center. The aim of this study is to study the functional outcome of Bell Tawse procedure for the management of chronic unreduced Monteggia fracture-dislocation in children.Materials and Methods:In this retrospective study with prospective data collection, 17 children were treated with open reduction of the radial head and annular ligament reconstruction (Bell Tawse) combined with ulnar osteotomy. The cases were classified based on Bado's classification. The minimum period of followup was 14 months and maximum followup was 18 months with the mean period of followup of 16.2 months. Preoperative and postoperative Mayo Elbow Performance Index (MEPI) scores were calculated. We also compared the preoperative and postoperative Kim's elbow functional scores.Results:At the final followup, the radial head was maintained in a completely reduced position in 16 children. Mean preoperative MEPI score was 76.76 and mean postoperative score was 91.11, which was statistically significant (P < 0.001). Mean preoperative Kim's score was 76.94 and mean postoperative score was 91.35, which was also statistically significant (P < 0.001). One girl had a mild subluxation of the radial head at 1-year followup. The ulnar osteotomy was united in all 17 children, and none of them required secondary procedures. We have not identified any complications such as compartment syndrome, infection, posterior interosseous nerve palsy, avascular necrosis of the radial head, or loss of range of motion.Conclusion:We recommend ulnar osteotomy, open reduction of the radial head, and annular ligament reconstruction in children with unreduced Monteggia fracture-dislocation before long term complications sets in.
<p>Alkaptonuria is a rare autosomal recessive disorder characterised by the absence of homogentisic acid oxidase, due to deficiency of an enzyme that degrades HGA in the tyrosine degradation pathway. Homogentisic acid (HGA) and its metabolites accumulate in the connective tissues leading to dark pigmentation of connective tissue in patients with alkaptonuria. HGA deposits in connective tissue causes weakness of the tendon and subsequent rupture, especially the large tendons in the body. Only few cases are reported in the literature with multiple tendon rupture but many case reports are available with isolated rupture of tendons. We report on a patient with sequential tendon ruptures in a patient. The case is reported for its rarity.</p>
Exact incidence of extensor pollicis longus (EPL) ruptures following distal radius fracture is not known. Peculiarly it’s common in nondisplaced fracture of the distal radius with an incidence of EPL rupture of 0.2-5%. Cortical irregularities from distal radius fractures or osteophytes easily abrade the tendon, causing gradual attrition and ultimately rupture. Compromised blood supply is also related to EPL rupture which is supported by microcirculatory anatomic studies. We present a case of 49 year old female who presented with spontaneous rupture of the EPL following a nondisplaced fracture of the distal radius managed by extensor indicis proprius (EIP) transfer. EIP transfer gives promising outcome. Optimum tension of the tendon is crucial for good functional outcome. We recommend suturing the tendon with thumb in extension and wrist in neutral position for optimum tension of tendon to avoid extensor lag and to prevent loss of IP flexion.
Patients with developmental dysplasia of hip eventually lead on to secondary osteoarthritis in adulthood and may end up with total hip arthroplasty at a younger age. Because of the altered anatomy of dysplastic hips, total hip arthroplasty in these patients is a technically demanding procedure. Altered anatomy of the acetabulum and proximal femur together with leg length discrepancy pose challenges during total hip arthroplasty. Since the majority of the patients are in the younger age group, soft tissue balance is of great importance to maximise postoperative functional result and longevity of prosthesis. In this paper, we present a series of our patients with a spectrum of disease manifestation from mild to severe form and also discuss the associated challenges and the technical solutions and their outcome.
<p>Methyl methacrylate is a monomer of acrylic resin widely used in a variety of medical, dental, and industrial applications. Its extensive use in surgery, particularly for arthroplasties, has often raised concerns regarding potential human toxicity for orthopaedic surgeons, surgical nurses, and other operating-room staff who are occupationally exposed to the compound.</p>
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