{"title":"Femorotibial rotation is linearly associated with tibial tubercle-trochlear groove distance: A cadaveric study","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.05.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.05.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>A tibial tubercle-trochlear groove (TT-TG) distance of 20 millimeters (mm) is typically used when determining whether tibial tubercle medialization is performed for the surgical treatment of patellar instability. Without knowledge of how the variability of an individual's TT-TG distance is influenced by through-the-knee femorotibial rotation, the use of a specific TT-TG distance during preoperative planning for patellar instability may lead to incorrect decisions on the use of tibial tubercle medialization. We hypothesized that knee joint internal/external (IE) rotation is related to the TT-TG distance.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>Eight independent human cadaveric knee specimens (age: 32 ± 6 years; 4 males, 4 females) were utilized. A robotic manipulator (ZX165U, Kawasaki Robotics, Wixom, MI, USA) instrumented with a universal force/moment sensor was used to determine knee joint IE rotation under applied moments of ±5 newton-meters (Nm) at full extension. Two independent reviewers selected the trochlear groove and tibial tuberosity points on computerized tomography (CT) images of each specimen to define TT-TG. To determine the influence of knee joint IE rotation on TT-TG distance, three-dimensional (3D) models generated from CT scans were registered to tibiofemoral kinematics. Linear regression was performed to determine the relationship between knee joint IE rotation and TT-TG distance. The regression coefficient, standard error of measurement (α = 0.05), and coefficient of determination (r<sup>2</sup>) were reported.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>At 0° of rotation, the mean TT-TG distance was 14.2 ± 5.0 mm. Knee joint IE rotation averaged 23.0 ± 4.2°. For every degree of knee joint IE rotation, TT-TG distance changed by 0.52 mm.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>TT-TG distance was linearly dependent on knee joint IE rotation, changing by 0.52 mm for every degree of knee joint IE rotation. Thus, an offset of IE rotation of 10° would lead to a change in TT-TG distance of 5.2 mm, enough to alter the surgical decision-making for/or against tibial tubercle medialization.</p></div><div><h3>Level of Evidence: IV</h3><p>This research did not receive any specific grant from funding agencies in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":36847,"journal":{"name":"Journal of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2059775424000919/pdfft?md5=19c0a373d723c79544630e8d5ecef32d&pid=1-s2.0-S2059775424000919-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140913199","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"How do we treat our male and female patients? – A primer on gender-based health care inequities","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.04.006","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.04.006","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Health is a fundamental human right, yet disparities in healthcare, based on gender, persist for women. These inequities stem from a patriarchal society that has regarded men as the default standard, leading to women being treated merely as smaller men. Contributing to these disparities are the gender stereotypes that pervade our society. Women possess differences in anatomy, physiology, psychology and social experience than men. To achieve health equity, it is vital to understand and be open to consider and evaluate these aspects in each individual patient. This requires an understanding of our own biases and a commitment to valuing diversity in both patient and caregiver. Improving equity and diversity throughout all aspects of the medical system will be necessary to provide optimal patient care for all.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":36847,"journal":{"name":"Journal of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2059775424000774/pdfft?md5=8790fc206a57ea7bd7f6d9e47b17f86f&pid=1-s2.0-S2059775424000774-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140852079","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Development of a patient specific cartilage graft using magnetic resonance imaging and 3D printing","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.03.011","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.03.011","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>The goal of this project was to develop and validate a patient-specific, anatomically correct graft for cartilage restoration using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) data and 3-dimensional (3D) printing technology. The specific aim was to test the accuracy of a novel method for 3D printing and implanting individualized, anatomically shaped bio-scaffolds to treat cartilage defects in a human cadaveric model. We hypothesized that an individualized, anatomic 3D-printed scaffold designed from MRI data would provide a more optimal fill for a large cartilage defect compared to a generic flat scaffold.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>Four focal cartilage defects (FCDs) were created in paired human cadaver knees, age <40 years, in the weight-bearing surfaces of the medial femoral condyle (MFC), lateral femoral condyle (LFC), patella, and trochlea of each knee. MRIs were obtained, anatomic grafts were designed and 3D printed for the left knee as an experimental group, and generic flat grafts for the right knee as a control group. Grafts were implanted into corresponding defects and fixed using tissue adhesive. Repeat post-implant MRIs were obtained. Graft step-off was measured as the distance in mm between the surface of the graft and the native cartilage surface in a direction perpendicular to the subchondral bone. Graft contour was measured as the gap between the undersurface of the graft and the subchondral bone in a direction perpendicular to the joint surface.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>Graft step-off was statistically significantly better for the anatomic grafts compared to the generic grafts in the MFC (0.0 ± 0.2 mm vs. 0.7 ± 0.5 mm, p < 0.001), LFC (0.1 ± 0.3 mm vs. 1.0 ± 0.2 mm, p < 0.001), patella (−0.2 ± 0.3 mm vs. −1.2 ± 0.4 mm, p < 0.001), and trochlea (−0.4 ± 0.3 vs. 0.4 ± 0.7, p = 0.003). Graft contour was statistically significantly better for the anatomic grafts in the LFC (0.0 ± 0.0 mm vs. 0.2 ± 0.4 mm, p = 0.022) and trochlea (0.0 ± 0.0 mm vs. 1.4 ± 0.7 mm, p < 0.001). The anatomic grafts had an observed maximum step-off of −0.9 mm and a maximum contour mismatch of 0.8 mm.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>This study validates a process designed to fabricate anatomically accurate cartilage grafts using MRI and 3D printing technology. Anatomic grafts demonstrated superior fit compared to generic flat grafts.</p></div><div><h3>Level of evidence</h3><p>Level IV.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":36847,"journal":{"name":"Journal of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2059775424000567/pdfft?md5=4ad0f5aa403fa3bf3d3c3a7255eb4854&pid=1-s2.0-S2059775424000567-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140332155","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Preoperative opioid use is associated with worse preoperative patient-reported outcomes in hip arthroscopy patients","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.04.016","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.04.016","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>The purpose of this study was to define the rate of preoperative opioid use among patients undergoing hip arthroscopy, ascertain which clinical factors are associated with opioid use, and assess the effect of preoperative opioid usage on preoperative patient-reported outcome (PRO) measures.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>A single institution orthopedic registry was retrospectively analyzed for patients undergoing hip arthroscopy for femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) syndrome with or without labral tear between 2015 and 2022. Patients completed Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System (PROMIS) in six domains, Numeric Pain Scores (NPS), and Musculoskeletal Outcomes Data Evaluation and Management System expectations domain preoperatively. Patients’ charts were reviewed to determine demographic factors and identify any active opioid prescription within 6 weeks before surgery. Bivariate analysis was used to determine associations between preoperative opioid use and baseline PROs. Statistically significant bivariate associations were further tested by multivariate analysis to determine independent predictors.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>A total of 123 patients were included (age 39.7 ± 12.0 years; 87 females; body mass index 27.4 ± 5.7 kg/m<sup>2</sup>). There were 21 patients (17%) using opioids preoperatively. Prior orthopedic or other surgery and lower education level were associated with preoperative opioid use. Patients with preoperative opioid use scored statistically significantly worse compared with those without preoperative opioid use on baseline PROMIS Physical Function (38.6 vs 40.5, p = 0.01), Pain Interference (65.9 vs 60.2, p = 0.001), Fatigue (60.7 vs 51.6, p = 0.005), Social Satisfaction (38.2 vs 43.2, p = 0.007), and Depression (54.2 vs 48.8, p = 0.01). Preoperative opioid use was also associated with statistically significantly worse preoperative NPS for both the operative hip (6.3 vs 4.6, p = 0.003) and whole body (3.0 vs 1.4, p = 0.008). Preoperative opioid use was an independent predictor of worse baseline PROMIS Pain Interference, Fatigue, Social Satisfaction, and NPS for the operative hip.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>Patients using opioids preoperatively had worse baseline PROs for physical function, pain, social satisfaction, and depression than those not using opioids preoperatively. When controlling for confounding variables, preoperative opioid use was independently predictive of worse baseline pain, fatigue, and social satisfaction.</p></div><div><h3>Level of Evidence</h3><p>Level III, prognostic study.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":36847,"journal":{"name":"Journal of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2059775424000865/pdfft?md5=7175beb743a1c34e062467861274a6c0&pid=1-s2.0-S2059775424000865-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140866748","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Around-the-knee osteotomies part 1: definitions, rationale and planning—state of the art","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.02.017","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.02.017","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Knee osteotomies are essential orthopedic procedures with the ability to preserve the joint and correct ligament instabilities. Literature supports the correlation between lower limb malalignment and outcomes after knee ligament reconstruction and cartilage procedures. Concepts such as joint line obliquity, posterior tibial slope angle, and intra-articular deformity correction are integral components of both preoperative planning and postoperative evaluations. The concept of preserving and/or restoring joint line congruence during simultaneous correction of varus or valgus deformity can be achieved through several different approaches.</p><p>With advancements in osteotomy research and surgical planning technology, the surgical decision-making has increased in complexity. Based upon a patient's specific deformity, decisions need to be made whether to perform a single-level (proximal tibia or distal femur) versus double-level (both proximal tibia and distal femur) osteotomy, and whether to correct deformity in a single plane (coronal or sagittal) or perform a biplanar osteotomy, correcting two of the malalignments in either coronal, sagittal, or axial planes. Osteotomy procedures prioritize safety, reproducibility, precision, and meticulous planning. Equally important is the proactive management of possible complications and the implementation of preventive strategies for complications such as hinge fractures and unintentional changes to alignment in other planes.</p><p>This review navigates the intricate landscape of lower limb alignment, commencing with foundational definitions and rationale for performing osteotomies, progressing through the planning phase, and addressing the critical aspect of complication prevention, all while looking ahead to anticipate future advancements in this field. However, rotational osteotomies and tibial tubercle osteotomies in isolation or as an adjunct procedure are beyond the scope of this review.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":36847,"journal":{"name":"Journal of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2059775424000452/pdfft?md5=379beaf1697ded11ed6100cfaffc1f3d&pid=1-s2.0-S2059775424000452-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140068792","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Lateral extra-articular tenodesis may be more cost-effective than independent anterolateral ligament reconstruction: A systematic review and economic analysis","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.04.004","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.04.004","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Importance</h3><p>Anterolateral augmentation during primary anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction (ACLR) may lower rates of ACL graft failure. However, differences in costs between two techniques, lateral extra-articular tenodesis (LET) and anterolateral ligament reconstruction (ALLR), are unclear.</p></div><div><h3>Objective</h3><p>To perform a systematic review and subsequent cost-effectiveness analysis comparing LET versus ALLR in the setting of primary ACLR. The hypothesis was that LET is more cost-effective than ALLR.</p></div><div><h3>Evidence review</h3><p>A systematic review was conducted on studies in which patients underwent primary ACLR with a concomitant LET or ALLR with minimum 24 months follow-up published between January 2013 and July 2023. Primary outcomes included ACL graft failure rates and Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Survey-Quality of Life (KOOS-QoL) subscale scores, which were used to determine health utilities measured by quality-adjusted life years (QALYs) gained. A decision tree model with one-way and two-way sensitivity analyses compared the cost of primary ACLR with a concomitant LET, independent autograft ALLR, or independent allograft ALLR. Costs were estimated using a combination of QALYs, institution prices, literature references, and a survey sent to 49 internationally recognized high-volume knee surgeons.</p></div><div><h3>Findings</h3><p>A total of 2505 knees undergoing primary ACLR with concomitant LET (n=1162) or ALLR (n=1343) were identified from 22 studies. There were 77 total ACL graft failures with comparable failure rates between patients receiving LET versus ALLR (2.9% vs. 3.2%, P=0.690). The average QALYs gained was slightly higher for those who received LET (0.77) compared to ALLR (0.75). Survey results revealed a 5 minute longer median self-reported operative time for ALLR (20 min) than LET (15 min). The estimated costs for LET, autograft ALLR, and allograft ALLR were $1,015, $1,295, and $3,068, respectively.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusions and relevance</h3><p>Anterolateral augmentation during primary ACLR with LET is more cost-effective than independent autograft and allograft ALLR given the lower costs and comparable clinical outcomes. Surgeons may utilize this information when determining the optimal approach to anterolateral augmentation during primary ACLR, although differences in preferred technique and health care systems may influence operative efficiency and material costs.</p></div><div><h3>Level of evidence</h3><p>Systematic review; Level of evidence, IV.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":36847,"journal":{"name":"Journal of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2059775424000749/pdfft?md5=e3d7843ee88c1e187c503b9d4477aeac&pid=1-s2.0-S2059775424000749-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140836239","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"High accuracy of intra-articular needle position during anterior landmark guided glenohumeral injections","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.03.016","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.03.016","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>Image-guided ultrasound or fluoroscopic glenohumeral injections have high accuracy rates but require training, equipment, cost, and radiation exposure (fluoroscopy). In contrast, landmark-guided glenohumeral injections do not require additional subspecialist referrals or equipment. An optimal technique would be safe and accurate and have few barriers to implementation. The purpose of this study was to define the accuracy of glenohumeral needle placement via an anterior landmark-guided approach as assessed by direct arthroscopic visualization.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>A consecutive series of adult patients undergoing shoulder arthroscopy in the beach chair position were included in this study. Demographic and procedural data were collected. The time required to perform the injection, the precise location of the needle tip, and factors that affected the accuracy of the injection were also assessed.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>A standardized anterior landmark-guided glenohumeral joint injection was performed in the operating room prior to surgery, and the location of the needle tip was documented by arthroscopic visualization with a low complication profile and few barriers to implementation. A total of 81 patients were enrolled. Successful intra-articular glenohumeral needle placement by sports medicine and shoulder/elbow fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons was confirmed in 93.8% (76/81) of patients. The average time to complete the procedure was 24.8 s. There were no patient-related variables associated with nonintra-articular injections in the cohort.</p></div><div><h3>Conclusions</h3><p>This study demonstrated that the technique of anterior landmark-guided glenohumeral injection has an accuracy of 93.8% and requires less than 30 s to perform. This method is safe, yields similar accuracy to image-guided procedures, has improved cost and time efficiency, and requires less radiation exposure. No patient-related factors were associated with inaccurate needle placement. Anterior landmark-guided glenohumeral injections may be utilized with confidence by providers in the clinical setting.</p></div><div><h3>Level of Evidence</h3><p>Level 5.</p><p>IRB: Approved under Stanford IRB-56323.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":36847,"journal":{"name":"Journal of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2059775424000701/pdfft?md5=bd81c0a250221350e85550994e224ab3&pid=1-s2.0-S2059775424000701-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140856996","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Beyond the patella: Treatment of cam femoroacetabular impingement syndrome improves anterior knee pain","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.04.017","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.04.017","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Objectives</h3><p>This study aimed to investigate if there is a relationship between cam femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (cam-FAIS) and chronic anterior knee pain (AKP).</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>This is a pilot retrospective review of 12 AKP patients with no structural anomalies in the patellofemoral joint and no skeletal malalignment in the lower limbs. All the patients were resistant to proper conservative treatment for AKP (AKP-R). Subsequently, these patients developed pain in the ipsilateral hip several months later, and upon evaluation, were diagnosed with cam-FAIS. Arthroscopic femoral osteoplasty and labral repair were performed and clinical follow-up of hip and knee pain and function (Kujala Score and Non-arthritic Hip Score -NAHS-) was carried out.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>All the patients showed improvement in the knee and hip pain scores with a statistically significant clinical difference in all of them at 69 months follow up (range: 18 to 115) except one patient without improvement in the groin VAS score post-operatively. Visual analogical scale (VAS) of knee pain improved from 6.3 (range: 5 to 8) to a postoperative 0.5 (range: 0 to 3.5), (<em>p</em> < 0.001). The VAS of groin pain improved from 4.4 (range: 2 to 8) to a postoperative 0.9 (range: 0 to 3), (<em>p</em> < 0.001). NAHS improved from a preoperative 67.9 (range: 28.7 to 100) to a postoperative 88 (range: 70 to 100), (<em>p</em> < 0.015) and knee Kujala's score improved from a preoperative 48.7 (range: 22 to 71) to a postoperative 96 (range: 91 to 100), (<em>p</em> < 0.001).</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>This study's principal finding suggests an association between cam-FAIS and AKP-R in young patients who exhibit normal knee imaging and lower limbs skeletal alignment. Addressing cam-FAIS in these cases leads to resolution of both groin and knee pain, resulting in improved functional outcomes for both joints.</p></div><div><h3>Study design</h3><p>Retrospective cohort series with a single contemporaneous long-term follow-up.</p></div><div><h3>Level of Evidence</h3><p>IV.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":36847,"journal":{"name":"Journal of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2059775424000877/pdfft?md5=4f19d2c88c7b55e62d2fd6a65471b293&pid=1-s2.0-S2059775424000877-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140872603","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Defining minimal clinically important difference, patient acceptable symptomatic state and substantial clinical benefit for the visual analog scale pain score after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.05.003","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.jisako.2024.05.003","url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Introduction</h3><p>Patient satisfaction after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair (RCR) is commonly assessed with patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs), and there is an increased need to establish clinical relevance within these measures. The purpose of this study was to (1) define minimal clinically important difference (MCID), patient acceptable symptomatic state (PASS), and substantial clinical benefit (SCB) for the visual analog scale (VAS) pain score in patients undergoing arthroscopic RCR, and (2) identify preoperative predictors of achieving each of these threshold values.</p></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><p>Data from consecutive patients who underwent primary arthroscopic rotator cuff repair study between 2010 and 2016 were prospectively collected. Baseline data and VAS pain scores were collected preoperatively and at 1 year and 2 years postoperatively. MCID, PASS and SCB were determined using an anchor-based approach, with anchor questions assessing postoperative satisfaction and expectation fulfillment. Multivariate logistic regression analysis was also used to identify preoperative predictors for achieving MCID, PASS, and SCB.</p></div><div><h3>Results</h3><p>A total of 286 patients were included in the final analysis, with an average age of 60.2 ± 10.4 and the majority being female (61.2%). The values for the VAS pain score identified to represent MCID, PASS, and SCB, respectively, at 1-year postoperatively were: 5, 2, and 1. The rates of achieving clinically significant improvement based on VAS were 60.5%, 63.3%, and 57.2%, respectively. A higher preoperative VAS was predictive for achieving MCID (odds ratio [OR], 1.84; P < 0.01).</p></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><p>This study identified threshold VAS pain scores of 5, 2, and 1 for achieving MCID, PASS, and SCB, respectively, at 1-year follow-up after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair. A higher preoperative VAS pain score was also identified as a statistically significant predictor of attaining MCID after arthroscopic rotator cuff repair.</p></div><div><h3>Level of Evidence</h3><p>II.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":36847,"journal":{"name":"Journal of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.7,"publicationDate":"2024-08-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2059775424000907/pdfft?md5=b8ae8aece9c4a27ac70c3c91db45b0e6&pid=1-s2.0-S2059775424000907-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140916812","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}