Raffaele Russo, Andrea Cozzolino, Antonio Guastafierro, Giuseppe Della Rotonda, Stefano Viglione, Michele Ciccarelli, Marco Mortellaro, Paolo Minopoli, Fabrizio Fiorentino, Livia R Pietroluongo
{"title":"Use of 3D Planning and Patient-specific Guides for Proximal Humerus Corrective Osteotomy Associated With Shoulder Prosthesis Implantation in Proximal Humeral Varus Malunion.","authors":"Raffaele Russo, Andrea Cozzolino, Antonio Guastafierro, Giuseppe Della Rotonda, Stefano Viglione, Michele Ciccarelli, Marco Mortellaro, Paolo Minopoli, Fabrizio Fiorentino, Livia R Pietroluongo","doi":"10.1097/BTH.0000000000000372","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/BTH.0000000000000372","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Humeral stem prosthesis implantation in case of proximal humerus varus malunion (type 1D fracture sequelae) is often complicated by greater tuberosity fracture and by posterosuperior rotator cuff iatrogenic damage. Moreover, the varus malunited humeral head could lead to scapular impingement and reduce the range of motion. To address this problem, we introduced a new surgical procedure consisting in a proximal humerus osteotomy, planned with three-dimensional (3D) preoperative virtual surgery, and performed with patient-specific surgical guides, to correct humerus deformity before the implantation of the prosthetic humeral stem. A 3D evaluation of the deformity, based on the comparison to the healthy contralateral side or to anatomical standard values, is firstly performed. The metaphyseal osteotomy is then planned and virtually performed. To faithfully reproduce the planned correction, 3D printed surgical guides are prepared. Before the surgery, it is advisable to perform a simulation of the planned osteotomies to verify their real feasibility and to find any critical issues. Preliminary outcomes of this surgical technique are encouraging, but formal studies are warranted to validate its clinical utility and longevity of results.</p>","PeriodicalId":39303,"journal":{"name":"Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery","volume":"26 2","pages":"131-138"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10122408","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Rebalancing the Spastic Wrist by Transposition of Antagonistic Muscle-Tendon Complex.","authors":"Silvia Schibli, Jan Fridén","doi":"10.1097/BTH.0000000000000371","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/BTH.0000000000000371","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Upper limb spasticity and spasticity-induced deformities after upper motor neuron lesions because of traumatic brain injury, encephalitis or cerebral palsy inhibit activities of daily living, result in impaired self-care and often dependence on assistance of carers. A key element of the dysfunction is wrist hyper-flexion and ulnar deviation deformity. Traditionally, this deformity has been corrected by transfer of the spastic flexor carpi ulnaris to the extensor carpi radialis brevis. Instead, this study emphasizes the causative role of the palmar subluxation of extensor carpi ulnaris and describes a surgical correction strategy detailing transfer of extensor carpi ulnaris-to-extensor carpi radialis brevis. This surgery re-establishes and maintains a more favorable muscle-tendon-joint mechanics and hand position. Patient satisfaction is high, time and effort in daily care for patients and caregivers are less, and incidence of complications is low.</p>","PeriodicalId":39303,"journal":{"name":"Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery","volume":"26 2","pages":"127-130"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10122406","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Arthroscopic Triangular Fibrocartilage Complex Reconstruction Using a Palmaris Longus Tendon Graft.","authors":"Shingo Abe, Toshiyuki Kataoka, Rie Suzuki, Yukihiko Yasui, Kohji Kuriyama","doi":"10.1097/BTH.0000000000000365","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/BTH.0000000000000365","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Patients suffer from persistent ulnar wrist pain and distal radioulnar joint instability because of chronic triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC) foveal tear are treated with TFCC reconstruction. We performed an arthroscopic TFCC reconstruction using a palmaris longus tendon graft that provided a minimally invasive procedure. After confirming the TFCC foveal tear and stability between the TFCC remnant and radius, the bone tunnel was made in the ulna from the ulnar shaft to ulnar fovea. The position of the bone tunnel was checked by fluorography and arthroscopy. Curved bendable 18-gauge needles into which 3-0 nylon sutures were inserted in a loop shape were passed through the tunnel from the ulnar side, and both volar-side and dorsal-side TFCC remnants were penetrated. The nylon suture was extracted from the arthroscopic 4/5 portal, and the palmaris longus tendon graft was introduced into the joint. The graft was passed through the TFCC remnant and ulnar bone tunnel from the arthroscopic portal and fixed to the ulna using an interference screw. This procedure was indicated for TFCC foveal tears with intact radial-side TFCC remnants. If the radial-side tear and instability between the TFCC and radius coexist, this technique is contraindicated, and stabilization of both the radial and ulnar sides of the TFCC should be considered. This arthroscopic technique does not violate the distal radioulnar joint capsule, extensor carpi ulnaris tendon, or tendon sheath. In addition, it helps to stabilize the ulnar carpal complex.</p>","PeriodicalId":39303,"journal":{"name":"Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery","volume":"26 2","pages":"93-97"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10477982","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Dzintars Ozols, Marisa M Butnere, Linda Kalnina, Arturs Mokanu, Santa Ozola, Aleksandrs Mikitins, Aigars Petersons
{"title":"Double Vascularized Fibula Proximal Growth Plate Transplantation: Novel Technique for the Radial Longitudinal Deficiency (RLD) Grade IV Reconstruction.","authors":"Dzintars Ozols, Marisa M Butnere, Linda Kalnina, Arturs Mokanu, Santa Ozola, Aleksandrs Mikitins, Aigars Petersons","doi":"10.1097/BTH.0000000000000366","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/BTH.0000000000000366","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Radial absence or severe hypoplasia in radial longitudinal deficiency (RLD) is most commonly treated through stabilization of the carpus on the ulna (centralization or radialization) with or without preliminary distraction. Alternative methods include bone transfer to replace the absent or deficient radius using the proximal fibula, vascularized or nonvascularized, and more recently the transfer of a vascularized second metatarsophalangeal joint. There is paucity of articles suggesting vascularized fibula growth plate transfer for RLD grade III where proximal part of radius can be found and none about double fibular growth plate transplantation. We developed new technique a bilateral growth plate transplantation for the pediatric patient with unilateral RLD stage IV (Bayne and Klug). Totally 2 patients were operated using new technique. No vascular problems occurred and no peroneal nerve damage were observed at the follow-ups. Annual growth was determined on x-rays at the 1 and 2-year follow-ups measuring 0.75 to 0.9 cm with open growth plates. The x-rays also show no changes that can harm the long-term growth potential in the forearm, demonstrating this technique's capacity to achieve better results for forearm length and functionality in comparison to the Vilkki procedure or radialization operation and there is no need to sacrifice second toe. Thumb reconstruction can be done at age 3 or 4 years using pollicization or toe-to hand transplantation techniques. The patients and parents are satisfied with functional and esthetic outcomes. We believe the double fibular growth plate transplantation is a promising method to use to reconstruct unilateral RLD grade IV.</p>","PeriodicalId":39303,"journal":{"name":"Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery","volume":"26 2","pages":"98-102"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10477983","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Jose Couceiro, Manuel R Sanchez-Crespo, Higinio Ayala, Fernando Del Canto, Guillermo Menendez, Marta Fernandez-Sampedro
{"title":"One-stage Distal Interphalangeal Joint Fusion With External Fixator for the Treatment of Septic Joint Arthritis.","authors":"Jose Couceiro, Manuel R Sanchez-Crespo, Higinio Ayala, Fernando Del Canto, Guillermo Menendez, Marta Fernandez-Sampedro","doi":"10.1097/BTH.0000000000000361","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/BTH.0000000000000361","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Septic joint arthritis in the small joints of the hand can be caused by penetrating trauma, ruptured ganglion cysts, or open joint dislocations, among others. The use of external fixation for the treatment of this condition has been reported in the past as a means of temporary joint distraction, or for secondary fusion procedures. In the present article, the authors describe a surgical technique involving the use of a low-cost external fixator for the primary arthrodesis of infected distal interphalangeal joints of the hand. The external fixator is fabricated with simple materials, threaded Kirshner wires, bone cement, and an insulin syringe, which the authors have used to fuse the distal interphalangeal joint primarily when destroyed by septic arthritis.</p>","PeriodicalId":39303,"journal":{"name":"Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery","volume":"26 2","pages":"78-83"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10477972","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Sailesh V Tummala, Kade S McQuivey, Nathaniel B Hinckley, Krista A Goulding, Kevin J Renfree
{"title":"Proximal Humeral Replacement With Osteoarticular Allograft Prosthetic Composite in Failed Revision Total Elbow Arthroplasty With Marked Bone Loss.","authors":"Sailesh V Tummala, Kade S McQuivey, Nathaniel B Hinckley, Krista A Goulding, Kevin J Renfree","doi":"10.1097/BTH.0000000000000369","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/BTH.0000000000000369","url":null,"abstract":"Total elbow arthroplasty (TEA) procedures are becoming more prevalent with an associated increase in revision procedures. Revision TEA in the setting of marked bone loss poses a challenge for the treating surgeon. We present a viable surgical option for patients with extensive proximal humeral bone loss treated with proximal humerus osteoarticular allograft prosthetic composites prepared with intact rotator cuff, pectoralis, and deltoid soft tissue attachments along with a rehabilitative protocol and follow up. Revision techniques involving the use of strut allografts and allograft prosthetic composites have previously been described in the distal humerus, but none to our knowledge have been published regarding composite allograft replacement of the proximal humerus in in combination with a TEA.","PeriodicalId":39303,"journal":{"name":"Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery","volume":"26 2","pages":"114-121"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10122403","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Kristen MacDonald, Juliana Larocerie-Salgado, Shrikant Chinchalkar
{"title":"Alternative Noninvasive Treatment of Unstable Extra-articular Proximal and Middle Phalangeal Fractures: A Static Linear Traction Orthosis Design.","authors":"Kristen MacDonald, Juliana Larocerie-Salgado, Shrikant Chinchalkar","doi":"10.1097/BTH.0000000000000368","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/BTH.0000000000000368","url":null,"abstract":"Extra-articular unstable proximal and middle phalanx fractures are typically managed with surgical means with common complications of tendon tethering, stiffness, and secondary hand dysfunction. As a result, alternative conservative measures are being explored. The use of static linear traction through the application of an orthosis allows for fracture reduction and anatomic healing, with successful range of motion outcomes.","PeriodicalId":39303,"journal":{"name":"Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery","volume":"26 2","pages":"110-113"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10123982","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Gift of Complications.","authors":"Katherine M Hinchcliff, Alexander Y Shin","doi":"10.1097/BTH.0000000000000392","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/BTH.0000000000000392","url":null,"abstract":"","PeriodicalId":39303,"journal":{"name":"Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery","volume":"26 2","pages":"69-70"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10124013","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Luis G Rosifini Alves Rezende, Filipe J Shimaoka, Luiz G Mandarano-Filho, Nilton Mazzer
{"title":"Corrective Fifth Metacarpal Neck Osteotomy and Intramedullary Screw Fixation Technique: Technique and Case Report.","authors":"Luis G Rosifini Alves Rezende, Filipe J Shimaoka, Luiz G Mandarano-Filho, Nilton Mazzer","doi":"10.1097/BTH.0000000000000363","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/BTH.0000000000000363","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Malunion of metacarpal fractures can result in severe functional and esthetic impairment to the patient, thus requiring surgical correction. Traditionally, the fixation methods most commonly used for these fractures are the Kirschner wires or the plates and screws. However, one of the options for the fixation of metacarpal fractures is intramedullary fixation with a headless screw. This minimally invasive method can also be used for corrective metacarpal osteotomies. It has the advantages of being a minimally invasive technique and allowing the early range of motion. This minimally invasive method can also be used to stabilize the corrective metacarpal osteotomies for malunion. This case report presents a minimally invasive technique for corrective dorsal metacarpal osteotomy and fixation with a headless intramedullary screw. This alternative fixation method has the advantage of low damage to soft tissues and good functional outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":39303,"journal":{"name":"Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery","volume":"26 2","pages":"84-88"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10477977","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"The Nottingham Palmar Plate Arthroplasty for Metacarpophalangeal Joint Noninflammatory Arthritis.","authors":"Ryan W Trickett, John A Oni","doi":"10.1097/BTH.0000000000000370","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1097/BTH.0000000000000370","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Palmar (volar) plate interposition arthroplasty for osteoarthritis (OA) of the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joints of the fingers is a well-established technique. Its use has diminished since its initial description and introduction because of poor results in patients with inflammatory arthropathy and a difficult surgical technique. We report the surgical technique and mid-term results of the novel Nottingham interposition arthroplasty for noninflammatory MCP joint OA. A dual dorsal and palmar incision is utilized to maximize the harvest of interposition substance. The surgical technique is described and illustrated in full. Prospective data concerning pain, range of movement and function are reported. The results of 12 arthroplasties in 9 patients are reported. At a median follow-up of 76.1 months the median arc of movement was 44 degrees, favoring an improvement in flexion. The median visual analog score for pain was 0, with all but 1 patient reporting no pain at all. Range of movement has been further improved with a progressively less restrictive rehabilitation regimen giving a median arc of 70 degrees in the more recent patients. Compared with modern implant arthroplasty techniques, the Nottingham Palmar Plate Arthroplasty has demonstrated favorable results in terms of range of movement and most importantly resolution of pain. We consider it to be a viable option in the first line management of MCP joint OA.</p>","PeriodicalId":39303,"journal":{"name":"Techniques in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery","volume":"26 2","pages":"122-126"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0,"publicationDate":"2022-06-01","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"10122402","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":0,"RegionCategory":"","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}