Successful endovascular repair with coil embolization of ruptured right internal thoracic artery aneurysm / Reparo endovascular bem-sucedido de aneurisma da artéria torácica interna direita roto com embolização com molas

Abstract Internal thoracic artery aneurysms (ITAAs) are rare with wide variation in clinical presentation and a high risk of rupture. Endovascular techniques are increasingly being used for treatment of such aneurysms over surgical repair in recent times. A 34-year-old male presented with progressive swelling of the right anterior chest wall for 2 weeks and was diagnosed with right internal thoracic artery aneurysm with contained rupture. He underwent successful endovascular repair with coil embolization of ruptured right ITAA. Post intervention computed tomography (CT) angiography confirmed sealing of the ruptured aneurysm with no residual filling of the sac. At six months follow-up he is doing well with complete resolution of hematoma. This case demonstrates that an endovascular approach with coil embolization is a feasible and safe option for treating the rare ruptured ITAAs.

Resumo Os aneurismas da artéria torácica interna (ITAAs) são raros, com ampla variação na apresentação clínica e alto risco de ruptura. As técnicas endovasculares têm sido cada vez mais utilizadas para o tratamento desses aneurismas em relação ao reparo cirúrgico. Um homem de 34 anos de idade apresentou edema progressivo da parede torácica anterior direita por 2 semanas e foi diagnosticado com aneurisma da artéria mamária interna direita com ruptura contida. Ele foi submetido a reparo endovascular bem-sucedido, com embolização de ITAA direito roto. A angiotomografia computadorizada (angioTC) pós-intervenção confirmou o selamento do aneurisma rompido, sem enchimento residual do saco. No seguimento de 6 meses, ele estava bem, com resolução completa do hematoma. Este caso demonstra que a abordagem endovascular com embolização com molas é uma opção viável e segura no tratamento dos raros ITAAs rotos.

Intraoperative Ultrasound-Guided Percutaneous Repair of a Ruptured Achilles Tendon: A Comparative Study with Open Repair / 대한정형외과학회잡지

PURPOSE: To compare the clinical outcomes of ultrasound-guided percutaneous repair (USPR) and open repair in a ruptured Achilles tendon. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The outcomes of 12 patients with USPR (group A) and 18 patients with open repair (group B) from January 2015 to February 2017 were analyzed retrospectively. The postoperative clinical evaluations were performed using the Arner-Lindholm scale, American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle-hindfoot score, Achilles tendon total rupture score (ATRS), and visual analogue scale for the overall satisfaction and cosmetic satisfaction with the scar, and the starting time of single heel raises. The complications were also evaluated. RESULTS: The Arner-Lindholm scale, AOFAS ankle-hindfoot score, ATRS, starting time of single heel raises were similar in both groups (all p>0.05). Group A showed a significantly higher overall patient's satisfaction and cosmetic satisfaction in than group B (all p < 0.05). Two cases of Achilles tendon elongation were encountered in group A, and 1 case of re-rupture with deep infection and 1 case of superficial infection were experienced in group B. CONCLUSION: USPR showed good clinical outcomes and high satisfaction as well as a low rate of complications, such as sural nerve injury. Therefore, USPR can be considered as an effective surgical treatment option for Achilles tendon ruptures.

Comparative Study of Clinical Outcome of Three Surgical Techniques in the Achilles Tendon Rupture: Open Repair, Percutaneous Repair, and Minimal Incision Repair by Achillon / 대한족부족관절학회지

PURPOSE: This study compared the clinical outcomes of open repair, percutaneous repair, and minimal incision repair by Achillon in ruptured Achilles tendon. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The outcomes of 12 patients with open repair (group 1), 8 patients with percutaneous repair (group 2), and 10 patients with minimal incision repair by Achillon (group 3) from February 2013 to March 2016 were analyzed retrospectively. The postoperative clinical evaluations were done by the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle-hindfoot score, Arner-Linholm scale, mid-calf circumference difference, one-leg heel raise difference, visual analogue scale (VAS) for postoperative scarring, time to return to work, and complications. RESULTS: No significant difference in the AOFAS ankle-hindfoot score, Arner-Linholm scale, and time to return to work was observed among three groups (p=0.968, 0.509, and 0.585). The mean differences in the mid-calf circumference in groups 1, 2, and 3 were 1.09, 0.73, and 0.58, respectively; groups 2 and 3 were significantly higher than group 1 (p=0.002). In addition, the mean VAS scores for postoperative scarring in groups 1, 2, and 3 were 7.0, 9.1, and 9.1, respectively; groups 2 and 3 were significantly higher than group 1 (p=0.001). The mean differences in one-leg heel raising in groups 1, 2, and 3 were 2.03, 1.91, and 1.33, respectively; group 3 was significantly higher than groups 1 and 2 (p=0.010). The complications encountered were one case of deep infection in group 1 and one case of sural nerve hypoesthesia in group 2. CONCLUSION: Minimal incision repair by Achillon is recommended as an effective surgical treatment for Achilles tendon rupture because it minimizes the risk of complications, leads to an improved tendon strength and healing, and achieves cosmetic satisfaction.

A Comparative Study of Surgical Treatment Result in the Ruptured Achilles Tendon: Minimal Incision Percutaneous Repair and Open Repair / 대한정형외과학회잡지

PURPOSE: To compare and analyse the clinical outcomes between minimal-incision percutaneous repair and open repair among the surgical treatments for Achilles tendon ruptures. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We retrospectively analyzed and compared the outcomes between 25 patients with minimal incision percutaneous repair (group 1) and 30 patients with open repair (group 2), from January 2006 to June 2014. The postoperative clinical evaluations were done by Arner-Lindholm scale, American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle-hindfoot score, overall patient's satisfaction, and cosmetic satisfaction of scar. RESULTS: There were statistically significant differences between the two groups with respect to AOFAS hind foot score, mid-calf circumference differences, overall patient's satisfaction, and satisfaction of scar; the group 1 showed better achievement. There was no statistical difference between two groups in regards to other clinical outcomes. In group 1, there were 2 cases of sural nerve hypoesthesia, which fully recovered spontaneously at about 6 months after the surgery. In group 2, there were 3 cases of deep vein thrombosis, re-rupture, and deep infection. CONCLUSION: We recommend minimal incision percutaneous repair as one of the effective surgical treatment options for Achilles tendon ruptures.

Comparacion entre la cirugia abierta y el metodo minimamente invasivo para roturas agudas del tendon de aquiles / Comparison between open surgery and the minimally invasive method for acute achilles tendon ruptures

Introducción: La reparación quirúrgica puede realizarse mediante cirugía abierta o por técnicas mínimamente invasivas. La técnica percutánea combina las ventajas del tratamiento quirúrgico abierto con el tratamiento ortopédico. El objetivo de este trabajo es comparar la técnica mínimamente invasiva de Dresden descrita por Amlang con la cirugía abierta convencional. Materiales y Métodos: Entre marzo de 2010 y septiembre de 2013, 45 pacientes fueron operados, 15 casos con técnica abierta convencional y 15 casos con la técnica percutánea de Dresden. Se dividió a los pacientes en dos grupos según el método quirúrgico utilizado y, luego, se analizaron comparativamente los resultados. El criterio de elección del método quirúrgico fue al azar, siempre que se realizara dentro de los siete días de la rotura. Resultados: Se mencionan los resultados comparativos del tiempo quirúrgico, el trofismo, la longitud de la cicatriz, la diferencia comparativa en el perímetro del gemelo. El puntaje de la AOFAS a los 5 meses fue 90 para el grupo A y 95 para el grupo B. Tiempo promedio de retorno a la actividad laboral: grupo A, 7 meses; grupo B, 3.53 meses. Media del retorno a la actividad deportiva: grupo A, 12.22 meses; grupo B, 6.53 meses. Conclusiones: La reparación percutánea de Dresden es una buena opción para las roturas del tendón de Aquiles; la evolución clínico-funcional es buena y se minimizan los riesgos de otra rotura y lesiones del nervio sural.

Introduction: Surgical repair can be performed by open or minimally invasive surgery techniques. The percutaneous technique combines the advantages of the open treatment with orthopedic surgery. The aim of this study is to compare minimally invasive Dresden technique described by Amlang with conventional open surgery. Methods: Between March 2010 and September 2013, 45 patients were surgically treated using conventional open surgery (15 cases) or percutaneous Dresden technique (15 cases). Patients were divided into two groups according to the surgical method used and then the results were comparatively analyzed. Surgical method was selected at random, provided that it was performed within 7 days after rupture. Results: Comparative results of surgical time, muscle trophism, length of scar, and comparative difference in the twin perimeter calf are reported. AOFAS score at 5 months: 90 in group A and 95 in group B. Average time to return to work: group A, 7 months; group B, 3.53 months. Mean time to return to sport activity: group A, 12.22 months; group B, 6.53 months. Conclusions: Dresden technique is a good option for Achilles tendon ruptures; with good clinical and functional outcome minimizing the risk of rupture and sural nerve injury.

Clinical Result of Modified Percutaneous Repair Technique of Ruptured Achilles Tendon / 대한족부족관절학회지

PURPOSE: To investigate the results of percutaneous repair technique of Achilles tendon ruptures, and to describe the surgical technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We retrospectively analyzed the outcomes of 73 patients with ruptured Achilles tendon from October 1995 to September 2009. 28 patients were excluded due to short follow up period. 34 patients were male and 11 patients were female. The mean patient age was 37.19 (10~62) years. The location of rupture site was 6.58 cm proximal to the tendon insertion into the calcaneus on average. Mean follow up period was 55 months and All patients were surgically repaired using percutaneous technique with sural nerve isolation. RESULTS: Arner-lindholm score were excellent in 32 (71%), good in 12 (27%), poor in 1 (2%) case. 44 cases (98%) had the score more than good. Mean American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) Ankle-Hindfoot function score was 92.93 (67~100). We had 1 case of superficial infection, 1 case of soft tissue irritation by suture knot. CONCLUSION: Percutaneous repair with sural nerve isolation in treating ruptured Achilles tendon showed low complication rate and reliable clinical outcome.

Surgical Treatment of the Ruptured Achilles Tendon: A Comparative Study between Percutaneous and Open Repair / 대한족부족관절학회지

PURPOSE: The purpose of the present study was to compare and analyze the clinical outcomes of the percutaneous and open repair of acute Achilles tendon ruptures. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We performed a retrospective study on 24 patients (group 1) managed with percutaneous repair, and 21 patients (group 2) managed with open repair for acute Achilles tendon rupture. The postoperative evaluations were done by an Arner-Lindholm scale and AOFAS score. Postoperative overall satisfaction and cosmetic satisfaction were also evaluated. RESULTS: By Arner-Lindholm scale and AOFAS score, there was no difference between two groups (p<0.05). As for postoperative overall satisfaction, 5 cases were very satisfied, 16 cases were satisfied and 3 cases were fair in group 1. In group 2, 12 cases were very satisfied, 9 cases were satisfied. For postoperative cosmetic satisfaction, 13 cases were satisfied, 11 cases were fair in group 1. In group 2, 9 cases were very satisfied, 12 cases satisfied. In open repair group, a case of deep wound infection and three cases of skin necrosis were reported as complication. 2 cases of sural nerve injury were seen in percutaneous repair group and were recovered within 3 months. CONCLUSION: Percutaneous repair of acute Achilles tendon ruptures have high level of cosmetic satisfaction compared with open repair without any significant difference in clinical outcomes.

Percutaneous Repair of Acute Achilles Tendon Ruptures / 대한정형외과학회잡지

PURPOSE: The purpose of the present study was to evaluate and analyze the clinical outcomes of the percutaneous repair of acute achilles tendon ruptures. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We performed a retrospective study on 14 patients with acute closed rupture of the Achilles tendon and they were managed with percutaneous repair from Jan. 2006 to Jun. 2007. The clinical outcomes were analyzed according to the causes of the injury and the postoperative functional performances. RESULTS: All the cases showed good or excellent outcomes, according to the Arner-Lindholm scale for the evaluation of acute Achilles tendon rupture. The average AOFAS score was 95.6 (range: 91-100). Nine patients were very satisfied and five patients were satisfied. They were satisfied especially because of the minimal postoperative scar. Two cases of sural nerve injury were reported as complications, and these cases fully recovered at postoperative three months. No evidence of surgical wound infection, necrosis of the wound or rerupture of the tendon was seen. CONCLUSION: The percutaneous repair of acute Achilles tendon rupture achieved high functional outcomes, a successful return to previous work and high satisfaction, with a relatively low incidence of complications.