{"title":"Ponseti技术中经皮跟腱切开术的疤痕特征-横断面研究","authors":"Varun Garg, Anil Agarwal, Kishmita Sachdeva, K.S. Ankitha","doi":"10.1016/j.jcot.2025.103090","DOIUrl":null,"url":null,"abstract":"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Clubfoot, a common birth defect, is treated with the Ponseti method. It involves an intensive phase of weekly casting and Achilles tenotomy as the last step in most of the cases. The tenotomy scar of percutaneous Achilles tenotomy may cause aesthetic concerns that could affect parental satisfaction or impede footwear use. This study aims to objectively evaluate the scar characteristics of percutaneous Achilles tenotomy during Ponseti treatment and parental perception of the same.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This study enrolled children with idiopathic clubfoot treated by Ponseti protocol with percutaneous Achilles tenotomy before 1 year of age and on bracing protocol between 2 and 4 years. The Vancouver Scar Scale (VSS) and Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS 2.0) were used to assess scar quality. Complications such as hypertrophy, keloid formation, brace difficulty, footwear difficulty, and walking difficulties were noted.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The study evaluated 82 scars in 50 children (35 males, 15 females). At the final follow-up, most of the scars were close to the normal skin. The mean value of the VSS and overall opinion of the observer and parents regarding the scar was 3.0 ± 1.0, 1.2 ± 0.5 and 2.2 ± 2.1 respectively. All children were able to walk using normal shoes and actively take part in outdoor activities and no complications such as hypertrophic scar or keloid formation were seen.</div></div><div><h3>Conclusion</h3><div>Percutaneous tenotomy causes minimal scarring and does not interfere with the general functioning of the child. The aesthetic characteristics of the scar are well-accepted by the parents. The use of percutaneous tenotomy should not be limited by the concern of a scar.</div></div>","PeriodicalId":53594,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma","volume":"68 ","pages":"Article 103090"},"PeriodicalIF":0.0000,"publicationDate":"2025-06-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":"0","resultStr":"{\"title\":\"Scar characteristics of percutaneous Achilles tenotomy in Ponseti Technique-A cross-sectional study\",\"authors\":\"Varun Garg, Anil Agarwal, Kishmita Sachdeva, K.S. Ankitha\",\"doi\":\"10.1016/j.jcot.2025.103090\",\"DOIUrl\":null,\"url\":null,\"abstract\":\"<div><h3>Background</h3><div>Clubfoot, a common birth defect, is treated with the Ponseti method. It involves an intensive phase of weekly casting and Achilles tenotomy as the last step in most of the cases. The tenotomy scar of percutaneous Achilles tenotomy may cause aesthetic concerns that could affect parental satisfaction or impede footwear use. This study aims to objectively evaluate the scar characteristics of percutaneous Achilles tenotomy during Ponseti treatment and parental perception of the same.</div></div><div><h3>Methods</h3><div>This study enrolled children with idiopathic clubfoot treated by Ponseti protocol with percutaneous Achilles tenotomy before 1 year of age and on bracing protocol between 2 and 4 years. The Vancouver Scar Scale (VSS) and Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS 2.0) were used to assess scar quality. Complications such as hypertrophy, keloid formation, brace difficulty, footwear difficulty, and walking difficulties were noted.</div></div><div><h3>Results</h3><div>The study evaluated 82 scars in 50 children (35 males, 15 females). At the final follow-up, most of the scars were close to the normal skin. 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Scar characteristics of percutaneous Achilles tenotomy in Ponseti Technique-A cross-sectional study
Background
Clubfoot, a common birth defect, is treated with the Ponseti method. It involves an intensive phase of weekly casting and Achilles tenotomy as the last step in most of the cases. The tenotomy scar of percutaneous Achilles tenotomy may cause aesthetic concerns that could affect parental satisfaction or impede footwear use. This study aims to objectively evaluate the scar characteristics of percutaneous Achilles tenotomy during Ponseti treatment and parental perception of the same.
Methods
This study enrolled children with idiopathic clubfoot treated by Ponseti protocol with percutaneous Achilles tenotomy before 1 year of age and on bracing protocol between 2 and 4 years. The Vancouver Scar Scale (VSS) and Patient and Observer Scar Assessment Scale (POSAS 2.0) were used to assess scar quality. Complications such as hypertrophy, keloid formation, brace difficulty, footwear difficulty, and walking difficulties were noted.
Results
The study evaluated 82 scars in 50 children (35 males, 15 females). At the final follow-up, most of the scars were close to the normal skin. The mean value of the VSS and overall opinion of the observer and parents regarding the scar was 3.0 ± 1.0, 1.2 ± 0.5 and 2.2 ± 2.1 respectively. All children were able to walk using normal shoes and actively take part in outdoor activities and no complications such as hypertrophic scar or keloid formation were seen.
Conclusion
Percutaneous tenotomy causes minimal scarring and does not interfere with the general functioning of the child. The aesthetic characteristics of the scar are well-accepted by the parents. The use of percutaneous tenotomy should not be limited by the concern of a scar.
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Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma (JCOT) aims to provide its readers with the latest clinical and basic research, and informed opinions that shape today''s orthopedic practice, thereby providing an opportunity to practice evidence-based medicine. With contributions from leading clinicians and researchers around the world, we aim to be the premier journal providing an international perspective advancing knowledge of the musculoskeletal system. JCOT publishes content of value to both general orthopedic practitioners and specialists on all aspects of musculoskeletal research, diagnoses, and treatment. We accept following types of articles: • Original articles focusing on current clinical issues. • Review articles with learning value for professionals as well as students. • Research articles providing the latest in basic biological or engineering research on musculoskeletal diseases. • Regular columns by experts discussing issues affecting the field of orthopedics. • "Symposia" devoted to a single topic offering the general reader an overview of a field, but providing the specialist current in-depth information. • Video of any orthopedic surgery which is innovative and adds to present concepts. • Articles emphasizing or demonstrating a new clinical sign in the art of patient examination is also considered for publication. Contributions from anywhere in the world are welcome and considered on their merits.