Several investigators have defined measurements for Madelung’s deformity based on the distal radius or on the longitudinal ulnar axis to avoid the distorted distal radius and its lunate fossa. However, errors may occur in severe cases because of ulnar deformity and displacement. We quantified seven established measurements for Madelung’s deformity relying on the central axis of the capitate. The inter- and intrarater reliability of the capitate-related and the ulna-related techniques were compared. We observed a higher inter- and intrarater reliability for the capitate-related method than for the ulna-related method. Better agreement was also observed for measurements of distance than for measurements of angles. However, the palmar tilt angle measurement method was neither reliable nor reproducible. The capitate-related technique can help to accurately determine the severity of Madelung’s deformity, assist in surgical planning and identify the prognosis. Level of evidence: III
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The presence of varus deformity in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)-deficient knees can be a source of persistent knee pain owing to medial compartment overload. This deformity may threaten the outcome of ACL reconstruction because of increased tension on the graft. In the period between May 2018 to April 2019, short term pilot study including 10 patients with ACL deficiency and genu varus were treated by anatomical single bundle ACL reconstruction and open medial wedge high tibial osteotomy. The selected patients had manifestations of ACL deficiency in association with medial joint line pain with or without lateral thrust. Prospective evaluation using the international knee documentation committee score was performed. The mean follow-up period was 6 months. This technique achieved knee stability and realignment to normal values. The score significantly improved from 37 preoperative to 78 postoperative (p < 0.05). The combined procedure of ACL reconstruction and high tibial osteotomy restored knee stability and reduced pain over the medial compartment. Although the combined procedure has a longer period of rehabilitation than an isolated ACL reconstruction, the elimination of lateral thrust and preservation of articular cartilage of the medial compartment are of paramount importance to the future of these knees.
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