Comparación entre suturas para cierre profundo y superficial en reemplazo total de rodilla: seguimiento a un año / A comparison of sutures for deep and superficial wound closure in total knee arthroplasty: One-year follow-up

Introducción Aunque diferentes materiales y técnicas se han desarrollado para el cierre superficial y profundo en reemplazo total de rodilla (RTR), no hay evidencia que permita dar recomendaciones respecto a una técnica especifica que disminuya complicaciones postoperatorias de la herida. El propósito de este estudio es comparar el uso de dos técnicas de cierre profundo (Sutura barbada vs. Sutura absorbible trenzada) y superficial (grapas vs. sutura de polipropileno) en RTR. Materiales y métodos Estudio observacional retrospectivo en 240 pacientes. Se excluyeron pacientes con antecedente de cirugía abierta previa de rodilla, RTR previo por lesiones tumorales o artrofibrosis. Seguimiento mínimo de 1 año. Resultados Se usaron grapas en 176 pacientes y Prolene® en 64 pacientes. El cierre profundo se realizó con Stratafix® en 164 pacientes y con Vicryl® en 75 pacientes. Encontramos complicaciones relacionadas con la herida y la funcionalidad al año de seguimiento. La infección superficial para el cierre con prolene presento un HR de 2.6 con un intervalo de confianza (IC) de 95%=1.1-6.2; p=0.029 y en el cierre profundo encontramos un HR a favor del Vicryl® de 0.22, IC 95%=0.96-5.8; p=0.05. Conclusiones Este estudio demostró un incremento significativo de la incidencia de infección superficial después de un RTR cuando el cierre profundo se realiza con suturas barbadas y el cierre superficial se realiza con sutura de polipropileno. Sin embargo, no se presentaron diferencias significativas en otras complicaciones relacionadas con la herida y en la funcionalidad postoperatoria con las diferentes técnicas de cierre superficial y profundo evaluadas.

Introduction Different materials and techniques have been developed for superficial and deep closure in total knee replacement (TKR), but there is no solid evidence that allows to recommend a specific technique that decreases the surgical post-operative complications. The purpose of this study is to compare the use of two deep closure techniques (barbed suture vs. braided absorbable suture) and superficial (staples vs. polypropylene suture) in TKR. Materials and methods An observational retrospective study was carried out in 240 patients. Those individuals were excluded with previous open knee surgery, arthrofibrosis, patients who underwent TKR due to tumor lesions or a follow up for less than one year. Results The skin was closed in 176 patients with staples and in 64 patients with Prolene®. Deep closure was performed with Stratafix® in 164 patients and with Vicryl® in 75 patients. Also, complications related to the wound and functionality were recorded in the first postoperative year. Superficial infection for closure with prolene presented an HR in favor of 2.6 with a confidence interval (CI) of 95%=1.1­6.2; p=0.029 and in deep closure a HR in favor of Vicryl® of 0.22, 95% CI=0.96­5.8; p=0.05 Conclusions This study demonstrated a significant increase in the incidence of superficial infection after TKR when deep closure is performed with barbed sutures and superficial closure with polypropylene suture. However, there were no significant differences in other complications related with the wound neither postoperative functionality with the different superficial and deep closure techniques that were evaluated.

Higher risk of complications after total knee arthroplasty in octogenarians / Octogenários apresentam maior risco de complicações após artroplastia total do joelho

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the complication rate of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in octogenarian patients and identify predictive factors. Methods: The study comprised 70 octogenarians and 70 non-octogenarian patients as control group, all submitted to TKA. We analyzed the medical records of these patients, seeking for complications during the first postoperative year. Regarding the risk factors, we evaluated: age, sex, race, American Society of Anesthesiologists score, body mass index, smoking, hypertension and diabetes mellitus. Results: In the control group, the incidence of complications was 7.1%. Whereas in the octogenarian group it was significantly higher, reaching 34.3% (OR 6.8; 95% CI 2.4-19.1). We found no association to sex, skin color, and comorbidities. Age is an independent risk factor for postoperative complications. Our data may help patients to acknowledge the risks of undergoing primary TKA and physicians to assess and adjust perioperative risk. Conclusion: The incidence of postoperative complications is significantly higher in octogenarians. Level of Evidence III, Case-control study.

RESUMO Objetivo: O objetivo do estudo foi avaliar a taxa de complicações da artroplastia total do joelho (ATJ) em pacientes octogenários e tentar identificar fatores preditivos. Métodos: Foi realizado um estudo envolvendo 140 pacientes, divididos em dois grupos (70 octogenários e 70 com idade abaixo de 80 anos), submetidos a ATJ no período de janeiro de 2014 a agosto de 2016. Os prontuários desses pacientes foram analisados buscando a presença de complicações ocorridas no prazo de um ano após a cirurgia. Em relação aos fatores de risco foram avaliados idade, sexo, raça, American Society of Anesthesiologists, Indice de Massa Corpórea, tabagismo, hipertensão arterial e diabetes. Resultados: No grupo-controle, a incidência de complicações foi de 7,1%. Já no grupo estudado foi significativamente maior, chegando a 34,3%. A razão de chances para complicações é 6,8, com intervalo de confiança ao nível de 95% igual a (2,4;19,1). A idade maior ou igual a 80 constitui, assim, fator de risco aumentado para a incidência de complicações pós-artroplastia total de joelho. Conclusão: A ocorrência de complicações após ATJ é significativamente maior no grupo dos octogenários. Nível de Evidência III, Estudo de caso-controle.

Influence of Patellar Tilt Angle in Merchant View on Postoperative Range of Motion in Posterior Cruciate Ligament-Substituting Fixed-Bearing Total Knee Arthroplasty

BACKGROUND: We investigated whether the patellar tilt angle influences the maximum knee flexion after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) performed by using a posterior cruciate ligament-substituting (PS) fixed-bearing prosthesis in patients with relatively loose or tight flexion gap. METHODS: In this prospective cohort study, we followed up 169 patients for at least 2 years after TKA using PS fixed-bearing prosthesis. The patients were divided into two groups according to the flexion gap value—calculated by subtracting the thickness of the final bearing from the flexion gap measured intraoperatively under 200-cN·m force after patellar reduction and insertion of the final femoral and tibial components—into a relatively tight group (group T; 3–6.5 mm) and a relatively loose group (group L; 7–11 mm). Patellar tilt angles and maximum non–weight-bearing active knee flexion angles were assessed postoperatively. Group T was further divided into subgroup Tn if the patellar tilt angle was < 5° and subgroup Tw if the angle was ≥ 5°. Pearson correlation test was used for the correlation analysis of the flexion gap, patellar tilt angle, and postoperative flexion range. RESULTS: The mean postoperative flexion was 137.3° in group T and 137.5° in group L. The mean patellar tilt angle was 6.5° in group T and 6.9° in group L. In group T, a strong negative correlation (r = −0.78, p < 0.05) was observed between the patellar tilt and postoperative flexion range. However, further analysis revealed that only the subgroup Tw showed a strong negative correlation (r = −0.76, p < 0.05). Significant correlations were not found in the subgroup Tn and group L. CONCLUSIONS: In TKA where a relatively tight flexion gap (≤ 6.5 mm) is created because of concerns about postoperative flexion instability due to a loose flexion gap, the patellar tilt angle should be < 5° for maximal postoperative knee flexion.

Correlation between Ahlbäck radiographic classification and anterior cruciate ligament status in primary knee arthrosis / Correlação entre a classificação radiográfica de Ahlbäck e o estado de conservação do ligamento cruzado anterior em gonartrose primária

ABSTRACT OBJECTIVE: To correlate the Ahlbäck radiographic classification with the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) status in knee arthritis patients. METHODS: The study evaluated 89 knees of patients who underwent total knee arthroplasty due to primary osteoarthritis: 16 male and 69 females, with mean age 69.79 years (53-87 years). Osteoarthritis was classified radiographically by the Ahlbäck radiographic classification into five grades. The ACL was classified in the surgery as present or absent. The correlation of ACL status and Ahlbäck classification was assessed, as well as those of ACL status and the parameters age, gender, and tibiofemoral angulation (varus-valgus). RESULTS: In cases of varus knees, there was a correlation between grades I to III and ACL presence in 41/47 (86.7%) cases and between grades IV and V and ACL absence in 15/17 (88.2%) cases (p < 0.0001). In valgus knees, no statistically significant correlation was observed between the ACL status and the Ahlbäck classification. In the present study, absence of the ACL was more common in men (9/17; 52%) than in women (19/72; 26%). CONCLUSION: In cases of medial osteoarthritis, the Ahlbäck radiographic classification is a useful parameter to predict ACL status (presence or absence). In gonarthritis in genu valgum, ACL status was not predicted by Ahlbäck's classification.

RESUMO OBJETIVO: Correlacionar a classificação radiográfica de Alhbäck com o estado de conservação do ligamento cruzado anterior (LCA). MÉTODOS: Avaliados 85 pacientes (89 joelhos) submetidos à artroplastia total de joelho por osteoartrose primária. Foram 16 homens e 69 mulheres com média de 69,79 anos (53 a 87). A osteoartrose foi subdividida em cinco graus de acordo com a classificação radiográfica de Ahlbäck. O LCA foi avaliado na cirurgia como presente ou ausente. Foi feita a correlação entre o estado do LCA e a classificação de Ahlbäck. Foi também analisada a correlação entre o estado do LCA e os parâmetros idade, sexo, angulação tibiofemoral (varo-valgo). RESULTADOS: Nos casos de joelho varo, foi observada uma correlação entre os graus I até III e a presença do LCA em 41/47 (86,7%) casos, bem como entre a ausência do LCA e os graus IV e V em 15/17 (88,2%) casos (p < 0,0001). Por outro lado, nos casos de joelho valgo não houve relação estatisticamente significante entre a presença ou ausência do LCA e a classificação de Ahlbäck. Nesta série, foi observado que a ausência do LCA foi mais comum entre os homens 9/17 (52%) do que em mulheres 19/72 (26%). CONCLUSÕES: Nos casos de gonartrose do compartimento medial, a classificação de Ahlbäck é parâmetro confiável para prever a condição do LCA (presente ou ausente). Nos casos de gonartrose em genu valgo não se observou correlação entre a classificação de Ahlbäck e a condição do LCA.

Bilateral distal femoral fracture after total knee arthroplasty / Fratura bilateral do fêmur distal após artroplastia total do joelho

ABSTRACT The number of total knee arthroplasties has increased exponentially and their indications have been expanded. This procedure presents challenging complications for orthopedic surgeons that are potentially catastrophic for patients. Here, a rare case of simultaneous bilateral periprosthetic fracture of the knee is reported, with discussion of the causal factors, possible management and prophylaxis.

RESUMO O número de artroplastias totais do joelho tem aumentado de forma exponencial e suas indicações têm sido ampliadas. O procedimento apresenta complicações desafiadoras ao cirurgião ortopédico e potencialmente catastróficas para o paciente. Os autores relatam um raro caso de fratura periprotética do joelho, bilateral e simultânea e discutem os fatores causais, as possíveis condutas e a profilaxia.

Anthropometric study of the knee and its correlation with the size of three implants available for arthroplasty / Estudo antropométrico do joelho e sua correlação com o tamanho de três implantes disponíveis para artroplastia

To define the anthropometric profile of the knee in a Brazilian population with gonarthrosis using intraoperative measurements; and to evaluate the compatibility of three implants available for total knee arthroplasty. METHODS: Morphometric data were collected prospectively from 117 subjects with gonarthrosis. Six dimensions in the distal femur and two in the proximal tibia were documented in 118 knees while performing total arthroplasty. These data were compared with the dimensions of three implants available for total knee arthroplasty. RESULTS: The statistical analysis showed that more than a quarter of the patients presented an unsatisfactory relationship between the knee and prosthesis. CONCLUSION: The implants evaluated need to be adjusted to better fit Brazilian patients.

Definir o perfil antropométrico do joelho em população brasileira portadora de gonartrose, com o uso da mensuração intraoperatória, e avaliar a compatibilidade de três implantes disponíveis para artroplastia total do joelho. MÉTODOS: Foram coletados, de forma prospectiva, os dados morfométricos de 117 pacientes portadores de gonartrose. Documentaram-se seis dimensões no fêmur distal e duas na tíbia proximal em 118 joelhos, durante a artroplastia total. Esses dados foram comparados com as dimensões dos três implantes disponíveis para artroplastia total do joelho. RESULTADOS: A análise estatística revelou que mais de um quarto dos pacientes apresentou relação inadequada entre os joelhos e as próteses. CONCLUSÃO: Os implantes avaliados necessitam de ajustes para melhor atender aos pacientes brasileiros.

Is it safe the empirical distal femoral resection angle of 5 to 6 of valgus in the Brazilian geriatric population? / É seguro o corte femoral distal em artroplastia total do joelho com 5° a 6° de valgo empiricamente na população geriátrica brasileira?

OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study is to determine if there is a safe distal femoral resection angle to restore the normal axial alignment of the limb in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in the Brazilian geriatric population with knee arthrosis. METHOD: This study analyzed 99 pre-operative hip-knee-ankle radiographs of osteoarthritic knees of 66 patients (54 women, 12 men) with knee osteoarthritis. The distal femoral cut angle was determined based on the femoral mechanical-anatomical angle (FMA). Mean, median and standard deviation measurements of the distal femoral cut angle were calculated, differentiated by gender and side. The mean result of the distal femoral resection angle was compared to 5.7°, the mean average angle of previous and similar study based on European population of patients with knee arthrosis. RESULTS: The mean average of the distal femoral resection angle of the study was 6.05 (range 3-9°). The distribution of this angle between genders showed a slight superior average of the male population (6.17°) compared to the female (6.02°), but with no statistically significant difference (p = 0.726). There was no statistically significant difference (p = 0.052) between the mean average of this study (6.05°) compared to the mean average of the literature (5.7°). However, considering 3° as the limit of acceptable error in the coronal plane, this empirical femoral resection angle would not be appropriated for 19.7% of the population. CONCLUSION: The distal femoral resection angle of 5-6° is not completely safe for the Brazilian geriatric population. .

OBJETIVO: Determinar se existe um ângulo seguro para o corte femoral distal, para que o membro resulte alinhado após uma artroplastia total de joelho (ATJ), na população geriátrica brasileira com gonartrose. MÉTODO: Foram feitas radiografias panorâmicas de 99 membros inferiores em 66 pacientes consecutivos (54 mulheres e 12 homens) portadores de gonartrose do joelho. O ângulo do corte femoral distal foi determinado pelo encontro entre o eixo mecânico femoral (EMF) e o eixo anatômico femoral (EAF). Foram calculados os valores da média, o desvio padrão e a mediana do ângulo do corte femoral distal desses pacientes diferenciados por sexo e lado. O valor médio do ângulo de corte do fêmur distal ideal aqui obtido foi comparado com o valor médio de 5,7 obtido em estudo prévio semelhante a esse feito com populações europeias de pacientes osteoartríticos submetidos a ATJ. RESULTADOS: A média do ângulo formado pelos EAF × EMF, considerado o ângulo do corte femoral distal em uma ATJ, do grupo estudado foi de 6,05 (variação de 3° a 9°). A distribuição desse ângulo entre os sexos evidenciou uma média discretamente superior entre os homens (6,17°) em comparação com as mulheres (6,02°), porém sem significância estatística (p = 0,726). Não houve diferença estatística (p = 0,052) entre o valor médio obtido na amostra atual (6,05 - DP 1,27) com o valor médio obtido na literatura (5,7°). Entretanto, se considerarmos aceitável um erro de 3° no plano coronal, 19,7% da população operada se encontrariam fora dessa faixa aceitável se optarmos pelo corte femoral empírico de acordo com o instrumental. CONCLUSÃO: O corte femoral distal na ATJ em 5° ou 6° de valgo não é ...

Amputation after failure or complication of total knee arthroplasty: prevalence, etiology and functional outcomes / Amputacao apos falha ou complicacao de artroplastia total de joelho: incidencia, etiologia e resultados funcionais

OBJECTIVE: Identify the etiology and incidence, as well to assess functional outcomes of patients, undergoing lower limb amputation after failure or complication of total knee arthroplasty. These patients were treated at the Center for Knee Surgery at the National Institute of Traumatology and Orthopedics (INTO), during the period of January 2001 to December 2010. METHODS: The patients were interviewed and their charts were retrospectively analyzed to evaluate their functional outcome. RESULTS: The incidence of amputation due to failure or complication of total knee arthroplasty was 0.41% in 2409 cases. Recurrent deep infection was the cause of amputation in 81% of cases, being Staphylococcus aureus and Pseudomonas aeruginosa the most frequent germs. Vascular complications and periprosthetic fracture associated to metaphyseal bone loss were also causes of amputation. In our study, 44% of amputees patients were using orthesis and 62.5% have had the ability to walk. CONCLUSION: Incidence of 0.41%, being the main cause recurrent infection. The functional outcome is limited, and the fitting achieved in 44% of patients and only 62.5% are ambulatory. .

OBJETIVO: Identificar a etiologia e a incidência da amputação do membro inferior após falha ou complicação da artroplastia total de joelho e avaliar os resultados funcionais dos pacientes tratados pelo Centro de Cirurgia de Joelho do Instituto Nacional de Traumatologia e Ortopedia (Into) entre janeiro de 2001 e dezembro de 2010. MÉTODOS: Os prontuários foram retrospectivamente analisados para coleta dos dados e entrevista para avaliação do resultado funcional. RESULTADOS: A incidência de amputação em decorrência de falha ou complicação após 2.409 artroplastias totais de joelho foi de 0,41%. Infecção profunda recorrente foi causa de amputação em 81% dos casos. Os germes mais frequentes foram Staphylococcus aureus e Pseu-domonas aeruginosa. Complicações vasculares e fratura periprotética associada a perda óssea metafisária representaram indicação em menor número de casos. Em nosso estudo, 44% dos pacientes amputados apresentam-se protetizados e 62,5% apresentavam capacidade de deambulação. CONCLUSÕES: Incidência de 0,41% e principal causa infecção recorrente. O resultado funcional é limitado, a protetização foi alcançada em 44% dos pacientes e somente 62,5% são deambuladores. .

Primary clinical report of minimally invasive unicondylar knee arthroplasty for medial compartmental osteoarthritis of the knee / 中国矫形外科杂志

[Objective]To explore the short-term outcome and surgical technique of minimally invasive unicondylar knee arthroplasty(MIS-UKA) for medial compartmental osteoarthritis of the knee. [Methods]Forty-five patients(48 knees) with medial compartmental osteoarthritis of knee treated by MIS-UKA from May 2005 to December 2008 were reviewed and analyzed.The pain and range of motion(ROM) of the knees were evaluated by HSS score system before and after MIS-UKA.Pre-and postoperative alignment of the lower limbs was measured and compared.Surgery indications and surgical technique of MIS-UKA were also summarized.[Results]Forty-three knees in 40 patients were followed up for a mean time of 24 months(12-40 months).The pain over medial compartment of the knees was subsided or relieved in all cases.The post-operative ROM of the knees was 0?~135?(mean 120?),and alignment was 2? varus on the average(0?~6? varus).HSS score increased from 70(60~82) to 90(75~95).The good-to-excellent rate was 92%.[Conclusion]MIS-UKA is an effective method for medial compartmental osteoarthritis of the knee.Surgery indications and surgical technique are the key factors for the final results.

Total knee arthroplasty

Knee arthroplasty was indicated after failure of internal treatment, physiotherapy, and other preserved surgeries. It is very carefully to indicate total knee arthroplasty for young patients only when there is no way to improve joint function. Total knee arthroplasty is a special surgery that remove completely surface of knee of condyle of femur, tibial plate and patella, and replace it with artificial materials