Advances in OrthopedicsPub Date : 2024-10-12eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.1155/2024/7933520
Alexandra Ciuciu, Christopher Mulholland, Michael A Bozzi, Chris C Frymoyer, Leonardo Cavinatto, David Yaron, Marc I Harwood, Jeremy D Close, Christopher J Mehallo, Ryan E Tomlinson
{"title":"Regular Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug Use Increases Stress Fracture Risk in the General Population: A Retrospective Case-Control Study.","authors":"Alexandra Ciuciu, Christopher Mulholland, Michael A Bozzi, Chris C Frymoyer, Leonardo Cavinatto, David Yaron, Marc I Harwood, Jeremy D Close, Christopher J Mehallo, Ryan E Tomlinson","doi":"10.1155/2024/7933520","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/7933520","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Previous studies have shown that the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is associated with increased stress fracture risk. This phenomenon has been studied predominantly in high-activity individuals, so data regarding the general population are limited despite the substantial economic and resource burden of stress fracture injuries within the general US population. Furthermore, our preclinical studies demonstrate that regular use of NSAIDs also diminishes the intrinsic ability of bone to resist fracture. To determine the association of regular NSAID use with stress fractures in the general population, we surveyed subjects presenting with either stress fracture or uncomplicated ankle sprain to assess their use of NSAIDs over the three months before their injury. We hypothesized that subjects with stress fractures would have increased regular NSAID usage as compared to controls. Subjects diagnosed with a stress fracture (<i>n</i> = 56) and subjects with uncomplicated ankle sprains (<i>n</i> = 51; control) were surveyed about their NSAID use at the time of their diagnosis and in the previous three months using a questionnaire based on the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES). Subjects were surveyed in person on the day of their injury diagnosis or by phone within 30 days of their diagnosis. Fisher's exact test was used to determine significant differences in NSAID usage between stress fracture and control subjects. Subjects diagnosed with stress fractures had a statistically significant increase in both current use (<i>p</i>=0.03) and regular use (<i>p</i>=0.04) of ibuprofen/naproxen/celecoxib as compared to control subjects. There were no significant differences in the use of aspirin, acetaminophen, or prescription medications containing acetaminophen between groups. Consistent with previous clinical reports, we observed a strong correlation between regular ibuprofen/naproxen/celecoxib use and stress fracture incidence in the general population. These results indicate that patients at high risk of stress fracture should avoid regular use of ibuprofen, naproxen, or celecoxib.</p>","PeriodicalId":7358,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Orthopedics","volume":"2024 ","pages":"7933520"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-10-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11490349/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142455756","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":"From Etiology to Intervention: A Holistic Review of Bunion Pathophysiology and Care.","authors":"Danielle Barnes, Paige Matijasich, Aidan Maxwell, David Yatsonsky, Audrey Ballard, Nabil Ebraheim, Osama Elattar","doi":"10.1155/2024/9910410","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/9910410","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>In this review paper, we present the common etiology, presentation, diagnosis, and management of the following three common bunion formations: dorsal bunion, tailor's bunion, and hallux valgus (HV). Bunions are common pathologies that present to a variety of clinics, so it is important for providers to have a base understanding of these in order to provide the best care to patients. Many of these bunion formations have a variety of causes which allow providers to manage them before surgical intervention is required. The aim of this review paper is to bring attention and expanded insight on these common bunion presentations in order to minimize morbidity early on. The information provided in this review will allow both primary care and subspecialty physicians with the knowledge to accurately diagnose and optimally manage these bony deformities of the lower extremity.</p>","PeriodicalId":7358,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Orthopedics","volume":"2024 ","pages":"9910410"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-10-11","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11489004/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142455755","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}
Advances in OrthopedicsPub Date : 2024-08-30eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.1155/2024/7708192
Rohun Gupta, Isabel Herzog, Lauren Phung, Jacquelyn Roth, Joseph Weisberger, Margaret Luthringer, Edward S Lee, Ashley Ignatiuk
{"title":"Treatment of Brachial Plexus Injuries following Gunshot Injuries: A Systematic Review.","authors":"Rohun Gupta, Isabel Herzog, Lauren Phung, Jacquelyn Roth, Joseph Weisberger, Margaret Luthringer, Edward S Lee, Ashley Ignatiuk","doi":"10.1155/2024/7708192","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/7708192","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Brachial plexus injuries (BPI) from gunshot injuries are uncommon but usually severe and can cause chronic pain, loss of function, and permanent nerve damage. Multiple surgical techniques including neurolysis, end-to-end suture repair, and graft repair have been described for the treatment of these injuries. However, surgical indication, timing, and technique for these injuries remain controversial. This systematic review aims to investigate the treatment modalities for patients with BPI due to gunshot-related injuries.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) methodology was employed for this review. PubMed, Cochrane Reviews, Embase, and CINAHL databases were included. The following keywords constituted our search criteria: gun-shot-wounds, brachial plexus, traum<sup>∗</sup>, and management.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 90 studies were imported for screening, from which 9 papers met our final inclusion/exclusion criteria. The most common studies utilized in this review were retrospective chart reviews followed by case series. In total, there were 628 patients that suffered from gunshot wounds to the brachial plexus. Most patients underwent some form of delayed nerve repair consisting of neurolysis, end-to-end epineural repair, or graft repair with a sural or antebrachial cutaneous nerve graft. Several patients suffered from complications, with neuroma being the most common long-term complication that required reoperation.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The optimal timing for surgeries involving BPIs should be determined after examining the level of nerve damage, associated injuries, operative risks, and electrophysiological workup for indications of spontaneous regeneration. Early surgical interventions were indicated for patients presenting with associated vascular or thoracic injuries, compressive masses, and nerve transection by sharp instruments in most selected papers.</p>","PeriodicalId":7358,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Orthopedics","volume":"2024 ","pages":"7708192"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-08-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11379507/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142152979","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}
Advances in OrthopedicsPub Date : 2024-08-22eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.1155/2024/5510319
Emre Özmen, Alican Baris, Esra Circi, Serdar Yuksel, Ozan Beytemür
{"title":"Finite Element Analysis of Protective Measures against Lateral Hinge Fractures in High-Tibial Osteotomy.","authors":"Emre Özmen, Alican Baris, Esra Circi, Serdar Yuksel, Ozan Beytemür","doi":"10.1155/2024/5510319","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/5510319","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Opening wedge high-tibial osteotomy (OWHTO) is widely used for correcting mechanical axis deviations and offloading the medial compartment in unicompartmental osteoarthritis. However, lateral hinge fractures (LHFs) pose a significant complication. This study investigates protective measures to mitigate these fractures, guided by prior observations of mechanical stress impact on LHFs.</p><p><strong>Purpose: </strong>The study aims to assess the effectiveness of different protective measures, specifically the use of varying sizes of Kirchner wires and drill holes, in reducing the incidence of LHFs during OWHTO. <i>Study Design</i>. The study employs a quantitative, comparative analysis using a finite element method (FEM) based on computed tomography (CT) scans.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Using CT-based FEM, the study compares the impact of different sizes of K-wires (1.6 mm, 2.0 mm, and 2.5 mm) and drill holes (3.2 mm and 4.5 mm) on the mechanical stresses around the hinge area in OWHTO. The models were created from a CT scan of a healthy 33-year-old male, focusing on the force required to open the osteotomy gap and the incidence of cracked shell elements.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The study found that thicker K-wires increased the force required to open the osteotomy gap, whereas larger apical holes decreased it. The 4.5 mm apical hole model demonstrated significantly fewer cracks compared to the 2.0 mm K-wire model, with no significant difference observed compared to the 2.5 mm K-wire model. Models using a 1.6 mm K-wire or a 3.2 mm drill hole did not significantly reduce cracks compared to the base model.</p><p><strong>Conclusions: </strong>The findings suggest that a 4.5 mm drill hole may be more effective in reducing the risk of LHFs compared to thinner diameter K-wires or smaller apical holes. Both a 2.5 mm K-wire and a 4.5 mm drill hole reduce the number of cracked elements, but the 4.5 mm drill hole also significantly decreases the average and maximum principal stresses as well as the average tensile strength ratio at the hinge area. These findings may be important for surgical planning, particularly in cases requiring increased osteotomy distraction.</p>","PeriodicalId":7358,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Orthopedics","volume":"2024 ","pages":"5510319"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-08-22","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11362574/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142103360","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}
Advances in OrthopedicsPub Date : 2024-07-26eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.1155/2024/9938159
Vivek K Bilolikar, Brendan Gleason, Lee Kripke, Robert Merrill, Colin Whitaker, Jon Handal
{"title":"Risk Factors Associated with Pyogenic Spinal Infections among Intravenous Drug Users and Nonusers.","authors":"Vivek K Bilolikar, Brendan Gleason, Lee Kripke, Robert Merrill, Colin Whitaker, Jon Handal","doi":"10.1155/2024/9938159","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/9938159","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Purpose: </strong>To identify the differences in patient factors, presentation, treatment course, and outcomes of intravenous drug users (IVDA) vs. nonusers (non-IVDA) presenting with pyogenic spinal infections. <i>Study Design/Setting</i>. Retrospective case series.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>We identified all cases involving spinal infections at our institution between May 2017 and January 2023. Postsurgical infections were excluded, and patients were separated into IVDA and non-IVDA groups. The patient charts were reviewed and analyzed for statistical or clinically significant differences using RStudio (2019 version 3.6.2). Our institutional review board approved this study, IRB# 2020-277, iRISID-2023-1384.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Fifty patients (29 males and 21 females) with primary pyogenic spinal infections were included in our study. There were fourteen patients (28.0%) in the IVDA group. The mean age in the IVDA group was 50.6 vs. 61.9 years (<i>p</i> < 0.05) in the non-IVDA group. The average length of stay (LOS) in the IVDA group was 15.8 vs. 14.0 days (<i>p</i> = 0.54) in the non-IVDA group, with no significant difference in readmissions or disposition. Twenty-three non-IVDA patients were diagnosed with diabetes, while eight IVDA patients had a psychiatric diagnosis (other than substance abuse). There were no significant differences in microbial isolate or the duration of antibiotics.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>In our study population, there is a high incidence of intravenous drug abuse (IVDA), psychiatric disease, diabetes, and chronic kidney disease. Analysis shows a trend of two distinct patient populations. Patients without a history of IVDA were significantly older than those with IVDA and significantly more likely to have medical comorbidities including hyperlipidemia, diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and malignancy than those with IVDA history. Patients with IVDA were younger with significantly higher rates of smoking and psychiatric disorders. IVDA patients struggled to receive continued psychiatric/addiction treatment after discharge, an area for significant improvement. Due to a small sample size and single urban institution setting, this study may be underpowered to demonstrate differences in healthcare resource consumption.</p>","PeriodicalId":7358,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Orthopedics","volume":"2024 ","pages":"9938159"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-26","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11300094/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141892621","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}
Advances in OrthopedicsPub Date : 2024-07-13eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.1155/2024/7506557
Douglas Zhang, Audrey Litvak, Nicholas Lin, Sean Pirkle, Jason Strelzow, Kelly Hynes
{"title":"Current Trends in the Surgical Treatment of Fibular Fractures: A National Database Study of Intramedullary vs. Plate Fixation Practice Patterns, Complications, and Cost.","authors":"Douglas Zhang, Audrey Litvak, Nicholas Lin, Sean Pirkle, Jason Strelzow, Kelly Hynes","doi":"10.1155/2024/7506557","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/7506557","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Existing primary evidence comparing fibular intramedullary fixation (IMF) with traditional plate fixation (PF) for the treatment of distal fibular fractures remains limited by modest sample sizes. Using a large national database, this study aims to compare use rates, fracture patterns, patient characteristics, time to surgery, complication rates, and cost between fibular IMF and PF within the United States. Adults treated with fibular IMF or PF between October 2015 and October 2021 were identified within the PearlDiver Database. The ratio of IMF-treated to PF-treated patients was tracked temporally to compare use rates. Fracture patterns were determined using fracture diagnoses within one-month preceding surgery. Further comparisons of IMF- and PF-treated groups only included patients with at least 12 months of follow-up, and patients with upper tibia or tibia shaft fractures were excluded. An analysis of cohorts matched at a 1 : 4 (IMF: PF) ratio to control for risk factors was performed to compare time to surgery, complication rates (infection, nonunion, malunion, revision, hardware removal, pulmonary embolism, and deep vein thrombosis), and cost. 39329 patients (2294 IMF and 37035 PF) were identified. IMF use trended upwards relative to PF use over time. Tibia and fibula shaft fractures were the most common injuries in IMF patients versus bimalleolar and trimalleolar fractures in PF patients. A higher proportion of IMF patients had open fractures. IMF patients were younger, with higher mean ECI, fewer female patients, and higher rates of CKD. Percutaneous approaches were more common among IMF patients. There were no significant differences in time to surgery or complication rates. IMF was less costly. The popularity of IMF trended upwards across the study period. IMF was used more commonly in injuries involving higher energy trauma and soft tissue disruption. Overall, IMF patients were younger with more comorbidities. When used in similar populations, IMF appears to be a cost-effective alternative to PF.</p>","PeriodicalId":7358,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Orthopedics","volume":"2024 ","pages":"7506557"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11260212/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141733279","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}
Advances in OrthopedicsPub Date : 2024-07-09eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.1155/2024/4623071
Mai Duc Thuan, Nguyen Quoc Dung
{"title":"Results of Total Hip Replacement Surgery Using Short-Stem Spiron Prosthesis in Vietnamese Adults.","authors":"Mai Duc Thuan, Nguyen Quoc Dung","doi":"10.1155/2024/4623071","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/4623071","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Total hip arthroplasty with traditional stem joints, although bringing many benefits to patients indicated for hip replacement, faces many difficulties in reoperations in young patients due to the limited lifespan of the artificial joint. Recently, the short-stem joint was introduced to help overcome this problem. This study aims to evaluate the results of short-stem implants for primary total hip arthroplasty in Vietnamese adults.</p><p><strong>Materials and methods: </strong>The study design is retrospective longitudinal. The study subjects were 91 patients with aseptic necrosis of the femoral head who underwent short-shaft cementless total hip replacement surgery from February 2012 to December 2018. Outcomes that were assessed included implant survivorship, Harris hip scores, thigh pain, periprosthetic fracture, subsidence, proximal stress shielding, the prevalence of stem malalignment, and inappropriate implant sizing.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>Our research group has 119 hips of 91 patients (28 patients had hip replacements on both sides), with the average follow-up time of 67.1 months. Seven cases of early joint loosening required replacing the traditional stem. The survival rate is 94.1%. The average Harris hip score 24 months after surgery was statistically significantly higher than before (92.00 ± 4.47 and 45.56 ± 3.22, respectively, <i>p</i> < 0.001). The average leg length discrepancy between the two limbs before surgery was 9.5 ±mm and 24 months after surgery was 3.4 ± 2.9 mm. There were 12 cases (10.1%) of partial bone loss around the femoral stem; 12 cases of joint displacement of more than 2 mm, accounting for 10.1%; and 1 case of acetabular fracture, accounting for 0.8%.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The Spiron short stem has certain advantages suitable for young patients, restoring the hip anatomy and significantly improving postoperative hip function. However, this is a complex technique that needs to be performed by experienced surgeons who have practiced for a long time. We encourage using the short-stem implant during primary total hip arthroplasty in Vietnamese adult patients.</p>","PeriodicalId":7358,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Orthopedics","volume":"2024 ","pages":"4623071"},"PeriodicalIF":1.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-09","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11251800/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141625675","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}
Advances in OrthopedicsPub Date : 2024-05-30eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.1155/2024/6471544
Kaitlin Rush, John Fisher, Neil Jain, Caleb Gottlich, Cyrus Caroom
{"title":"Fixation of Olecranon Fractures Using a Hybrid Intramedullary Screw and Tension Band Construct.","authors":"Kaitlin Rush, John Fisher, Neil Jain, Caleb Gottlich, Cyrus Caroom","doi":"10.1155/2024/6471544","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/6471544","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Olecranon fractures are common injuries that require surgical intervention for optimal outcomes. Various fixation methods have been described in the literature, including the use of intramedullary proximal ulna screws in combination with tension band augmentation. Limited research has compared this hybrid technique to other established methods of fixation. This study compared complication and reoperation rates between multiple groups.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>A retrospective review was conducted on patients with olecranon fractures who underwent internal fixation at a level 1 trauma center between January 1st, 2013, and April 22nd, 2023. Data was collected using CPT codes, and patients were categorized into five groups based on the method of fixation received: no implant, tension band only, locking olecranon plate, intramedullary screw and tension band hybrid, and others. Variables such as patient demographics, Mayo fracture classification, open vs. closed injury, implant type, reoperation rates, and postoperative complications were recorded.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 217 patients were included in the study. No difference was found with implant choice and reoperation rate (<i>p</i> = 0.461). There was a significant difference found with reoperation and fracture type (<i>p</i> = 0.027) and open fracture (<i>p</i> = 0.002).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The primary findings of this study indicate no significant difference in implant choice and reoperation rates among the various fixation methods used for olecranon fractures. These findings suggest that the hybrid fixation technique, utilizing intramedullary proximal ulna screws in combination with tension band augmentation, is a viable and comparable treatment option when evaluated against other well-documented methods of fixation. This study also reiterates that severity of initial injury is often the most important factor related to poorer outcomes. Further discussion and analysis of the data will provide a comprehensive understanding of implications and recommendations for olecranon fracture fixation.</p>","PeriodicalId":7358,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Orthopedics","volume":"2024 ","pages":"6471544"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11156510/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141282673","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}
Advances in OrthopedicsPub Date : 2024-05-24eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.1155/2024/4145592
Abdel Ashir, Elifuraha G Maya, Shahnoor Ruhulamin Saiyed, Taher Muslim Alimohamed, Mubashir Alavi Jusabani, Kulthum A Abdel, Abid M Sadiq, Ali Mohamed Ali, Faiton Ndesanjo Mandari
{"title":"Postoperative Hemoglobin Drop and the Associated Factors among Elective Orthopedic Surgeries in Northern Tanzania.","authors":"Abdel Ashir, Elifuraha G Maya, Shahnoor Ruhulamin Saiyed, Taher Muslim Alimohamed, Mubashir Alavi Jusabani, Kulthum A Abdel, Abid M Sadiq, Ali Mohamed Ali, Faiton Ndesanjo Mandari","doi":"10.1155/2024/4145592","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/4145592","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Background: </strong>Having an estimated level of Hb drop in different orthopedic surgeries would help plan for surgery from pre- to postoperative periods. The aim of this study was to assess the Hb drop and the associated factors during the intraoperative period among elective orthopedic surgeries.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>This was an analytic cross-sectional study conducted between October 2022 and March 2023, which included all patients admitted for elective orthopedic surgery who met the inclusion criteria. Data were collected before and after the patient was operated on. Information was analyzed using <i>t</i>-tests and ANOVA to establish the statistical significance of the Hb drop.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>A total of 195 participants were enrolled. The majority of the participants were male (62.1%), with the main etiology of symptoms being motor traffic accidents (31.8%). The most affected site was the femur (36.4%), followed by the spine (23.6%). The highest mean Hb drop was in total hip replacement surgeries (4.19 g/dL), with the overall mean Hb drop being 2.75 g/dL. A statistically significant difference was identified in diathermy use, duration of surgery, and patients with chronic illnesses.</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>With a mean Hb drop of 2.75 g/dL, the application of diathermy and surgeries with shorter durations resulted in a reduced Hb drop. These factors should be incorporated to minimize the drop in Hb in orthopedic surgeries. Accounting for differences in surgeries, there should not be delays in patients who have a preoperative Hb level that can sustain the mean Hb drop recorded in the study.</p>","PeriodicalId":7358,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Orthopedics","volume":"2024 ","pages":"4145592"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2024-05-24","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11142858/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141199246","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}
Advances in OrthopedicsPub Date : 2024-04-30eCollection Date: 2024-01-01DOI: 10.1155/2024/6645361
Fumiya Ohmasa, Yukihide Minoda, Daisuke Akahane, Kimberly A Dwyer, Jim Lesko, Hideharu Shimizu
{"title":"Translation and Linguistic Validation of the Patient's Knee Implant Performance (PKIP) into Japanese.","authors":"Fumiya Ohmasa, Yukihide Minoda, Daisuke Akahane, Kimberly A Dwyer, Jim Lesko, Hideharu Shimizu","doi":"10.1155/2024/6645361","DOIUrl":"10.1155/2024/6645361","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Objective: </strong>The patient's knee implant performance (PKIP) is a patient-reported outcome measure, developed in the USA in English that evaluates knee functional performance before and after primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The PKIP assesses the level of satisfaction, confidence, and stability, while performing various activities, as well as the need for changing ways of doing activities. It comprises 24 items. The objective of this study was to present the methodology of the linguistic validation of the PKIP.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>The Japanese version of the PKIP was developed using a standard linguistic validation (LV) process. The LV involved the following steps: (1) conceptual analysis of the original version; (2) translation into Japanese using a dual forward/backward translation process; (3) review by an orthopaedics surgeon; (4) test on five respondents; and (5) proofreading.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>The translation itself did not reveal major translatability issues, either cultural, semantic, or syntactic. Most of the activities listed (e.g., going up stairs, getting in/out of a car, and walking up a hill/ramp/incline) were easily translated. Only one activity was culturally sensitive and raised some discussion, i.e., \"sitting down on a toilet,\" since the style of Japanese toilets is different from the western style. Overall, the respondents well understood the questionnaire. However, the expression \"how your knee is working with your body\" used in the opening sentence was an issue for both the clinician and the respondents. A compromise was found by using a Japanese equivalent of \"how your knee functions with your legs.\"</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>The rigorous translation process, which involved the collaboration of a minimum of thirteen people (sponsor, four translators, two coordinators (one in Japan and one in Europe), one clinician, and five respondents) enabled the production of a Japanese version of the PKIP conceptually equivalent to the USA English original.</p>","PeriodicalId":7358,"journal":{"name":"Advances in Orthopedics","volume":"2024 ","pages":"6645361"},"PeriodicalIF":1.3,"publicationDate":"2024-04-30","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11074845/pdf/","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"140875543","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}