Posterior tibial slope correlated with metaphyseal inclination more than metaphyseal height.

BACKGROUND: Excessive posterior tibial slope (PTS) is an independent risk factor for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) failure, but it remains unclear how PTS relates to other proximal tibial morphologic parameters. The purpose of this study was to analyse sagittal tibial metaphysis morphology, and to calculate the correlation coefficients of PTS with anatomical features. METHODS: The authors retrospectively reviewed lateral radiographs of 350 patients that were scheduled to receive primary ACLR to digitize 15 landmarks on the patella, femur, fibula, and tibia, and measure PTS, patellar height, as well as metaphysis height and inclination. Pearson correlation coefficients (r) were computed to assess the linear relationship of PTS with other parameters. RESULTS: The PTS was 9.8 ± 3.1° (mid-shaft axis), anterior metaphyseal height and inclination was 30.9 ± 4.6 mm and 33.9 ± 7.2°, and posterior metaphyseal height and inclination was 16.1 ± 4.0 mm and 22.0 ± 5.8°. PTS had a low correlation with anterior (r, 0.225) and posterior metaphyseal heights (r, -0.183). PTS had moderate correlations with anterior (r, 0.385) and posterior metaphysis inclination (r, 0.417). CONCLUSION: PTS has a low correlation with anterior metaphyseal height, but a moderate correlation with anterior and posterior metaphyseal inclination. The moderate correlation between PTS and metaphysis inclination sheds light on the origin of the deformity, and knees with higher PTS are therefore likely to have metaphyses with greater posterior inclinations. The clinical relevance of these findings is that tibial deflexion osteotomy techniques should attempt to address the underlying deformity of excessive PTS by adjusting metaphyseal inclination rather than making diaphyseal resections.

A Supratuberosity Anterior Closing-Wedge Proximal Tibial Osteotomy Increases Patellar Height: A Simulated Time Zero Uniplanar Radiographic Study.

PURPOSE: To simulate the effect of supratuberosity tibial anterior closing-wedge osteotomy (ACWO) in knees with posterior tibial slope (PTS) ≥12° on patellar height when aiming for a target PTS of 5°. METHODS: The authors retrospectively reviewed true lateral radiographs of the knees of skeletally mature patients scheduled for primary anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction and included all knees with excessive PTS (≥12°). Coordinates of 11 landmarks were digitized to calculate patellar height (Caton-Deschamps index, CDI) and mid-shaft posterior tibial slope (mPTS). The change in patellar height following a simulated supratuberosity ACWO was calculated and compared for knees with patella norma versus alta. A linear univariable regression model predicted the effect of change in mPTS on CDI. RESULTS: In the final cohort of 83 patients, a simulated supratuberosity ACWO increased CDI from 1.13 (range, 0.73-1.74) to 1.29 (range, 0.84-1.91; P < .001). In 56 patients with patella norma, a simulated supratuberosity ACWO increased CDI from 1.02 (range, 0.73-1.19) to 1.18 (range, 0.84-1.41; P < .001), whereas in patients with patella alta, a simulated supratuberosity ACWO increased CDI from 1.33 (range, 1.20-1.74) to 1.52 (range, 1.36-1.91; P < .001). The linear regression model revealed that a 1° decrease in mPTS increased CDI by 0.02. CONCLUSIONS: Simulation of a supratuberosity ACWO revealed that the procedure increases patellar height in all knees but did not induce significant differences in patellar height characteristics between knees with patella norma versus alta. A linear regression model revealed that a 1° decrease in mPTS could theoretically increase CDI by 0.02. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: If preoperative planning indicates that supratuberosity ACWO would increase patellar height from norma (CDI <1.2) to alta (CDI ≥1.2), the surgeon could consider a trans- or infra-tuberosity ACWO, which is less likely to increase patellar height.

Sufficient Metaphyseal Bone for Wedge Removal and Fixation Hardware During Supratuberosity Tibial Deflexion Osteotomy in Knees With Excessive Posterior Tibial Slope.

BACKGROUND: Tibial deflexion osteotomy (TDO) is sometimes indicated for revision anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction in knees with posterior tibial slope (PTS) ≥12° and aims to decrease PTS to around 5°. When planning TDO, measuring the anterior tibial metaphyseal height (aHt) could help ascertain whether the available metaphyseal bone would be sufficient to create the wedge and leave adequate residual bone. PURPOSE: To (1) determine whether, compared with knees with normal native PTS (<12°), aHt is greater in knees with excessive native PTS (≥12°), and (2) verify if, aiming to decrease PTS to 5°, supratuberosity TDO in knees with excessive native PTS could be performed without tibial tuberosity osteotomy, leaving a minimum of 15 mm of residual bone for fixation staples or plates. STUDY DESIGN: Cross-sectional study; Level of evidence, 3. METHODS: True lateral radiographs of 350 consecutive patients scheduled for ACL reconstruction were digitized to measure PTS, tibial medial plateau length, tibial anterior and posterior metaphyseal heights and inclinations, and patellar height. Measurements were compared between knees with PTS <12° and those with ≥12°. The wedge height required for supratuberosity TDO was estimated for knees with excessive PTS, aiming for a target PTS of 5°, to determine the proportion of knees that would have residual aHt <15 mm. RESULTS: A total of 326 knees had adequate true lateral radiographs. The mean PTS was 9.8°± 3.1° (range, 1°-20°) and exceeded 12° in 83 (25%) knees. There were no significant differences between knees with normal versus excessive PTS when comparing aHt (30.7 ± 4.5 mm vs 31.6 ± 4.9 mm; P = .270) and medial tibial plateau length (43.1 ± 5.4 mm vs 43.3 ± 5.6 mm; P = .910). Setting the target mPTS at 5° for supratuberosity TDO, the mean residual aHt was 25.0 ± 4.4 mm, and 7 (8%) knees had a residual aHt <20 mm, of which only 1 (1%) had residual aHt <15 mm. Setting the target mPTS at 0°, the mean residual aHt was 21.3 ± 4.2 mm, and 36 (43%) knees had a residual aHt <20 mm, of which only 4 (5%) had residual aHt <15 mm. CONCLUSION: aHt was not significantly different between knees with normal versus excessive PTS. Estimation of the wedge height required for supratuberosity TDO to reduce excessive PTS to 5° revealed sufficient metaphyseal bone for wedge removal in all knees. Furthermore, 99% of knees would have sufficient residual bone (aHt, ≥15 mm) to accommodate fixation staples or plates, without the need for tibial tuberosity osteotomy.

Does meniscal repair impact muscle strength following ACL reconstruction?

PURPOSE: Meniscal lesions are commonly associated with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture. Meniscal repair, when possible, is widely accepted as the standard of care. Despite advancements in surgical and rehabilitation techniques, meniscal repair may impact muscle recovery when performed in conjunction with ACL reconstruction. The objective of this study was to explore if meniscal repairs in the context of ACL reconstruction affected muscle recovery compared to isolated ACL reconstruction. METHODS: Fifty-nine patients with isolated ACL reconstruction were compared to 35 patients with ACL reconstruction with an associated meniscal repair. All ACL reconstructions were performed using hamstring grafts with screw-interference graft fixation. Isokinetic muscle testing was performed between six and eight months of follow-up. Muscle recovery between both groups was compared. A further subgroup analysis was performed to compare muscle recovery function of gender and meniscal tear location. Tegner scores were assessed at six months' follow-up. RESULTS: No significant differences were found between the two groups regarding muscle recovery. No difference in muscle recovery was found concerning gender. Lesion of both menisci significantly increased the deficit of hamstrings muscular strength at 60°/s compared to a lesion of one meniscus (26.7% ± 15.2 vs. 18.1% ± 13.5, p = 0.018) and in eccentric test (32.4% ± 26.2 vs. 18.1% ± 13.5, p = 0.040). No significant differences were found concerning the Tegner score. CONCLUSION: Meniscal repairs performed during an ACL reconstruction do not impact muscle recovery at 6-8 months post-operatively compared to an isolated ACL reconstruction. However, reparations of both menisci appear to impact hamstring muscle recovery negatively. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: III, Retrospective cohort study.

Trochlear Dysplasia: When and How to Correct.

When? Only patients with high-grade trochlear dysplasia types B and D, in which the prominence of the trochlea (supratrochlear spur) is over 5 mm, recurrent patellar dislocation, and maltracking. How? Sulcus deepening trochleoplasty: modifies the trochlear shape with a central groove and oblique medial and lateral facets; decreases the patellofemoral joint reaction force by reducing the trochlear prominence (spur); and reduces the tibial tubercle and the trochlear groove value by a proximal realignment. Pros: This procedure is highly effective in restoring patellofemoral stability and satisfying the patients. Cons: The patients must be aware of the risk of continuing residual pain and range-ofmotion limitation and that the development of patellofemoral osteoarthritis is not predictable.

Is Cemented Dual-Mobility Cup a Reliable Option in Primary and Revision Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review.

Background: Instability is a common complication following total hip arthroplasty (THA). The dual mobility cup (DMC) allows a reduction in the dislocation rate. The goal of this systematic review was to clarify the different uses and outcomes according to the indications of the cemented DMC (C-DMC). Methods: A systematic review was performed using the keywords "Cemented Dual Mobility Cup" or "Cemented Tripolar Cup" without a publication year limit. Of the 465 studies identified, only 56 were eligible for the study. Results: The overall number of C-DMC was 3452 in 3426 patients. The mean follow-up was 45.9 months (range 12-98.4). In most of the cases (74.5%) C-DMC was used in a revision setting. In 57.5% DMC was cemented directly into the bone, in 39.6% into an acetabular reinforcement and in 3.2% into a pre-existing cup. The overall dislocation rate was 2.9%. The most frequent postoperative complications were periprosthetic infections (2%); aseptic loosening (1.1%) and mechanical failure (0.5%). The overall revision rate was 4.4%. The average survival rate of C-DMC at the last follow-up was 93.5%. Conclusions: C-DMC represents an effective treatment option to limit the risk of dislocations and complications for both primary and revision surgery. C-DMC has good clinical outcomes and a low complication rate.

Posterior-Stabilized TKA in Patients With Severe Genu Recurvatum Achieves Good Clinical and Radiological Results at 5-year Minimum Follow-Up: A Case-Controlled Study.

BACKGROUND: Genu recurvatum is a rare knee deformity. Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in severe preoperative recurvatum requires surgical adjustments. Few studies have assessed the clinical and radiological results of TKA in recurvatum. The aim was to compare the clinical and radiological outcomes, complications, and revision rates after posterior-stabilized TKA in severe recurvatum with those without recurvatum. METHODS: Between 1987 and 2015, 32 primary posterior-stabilized TKA were performed with a preoperative genu recurvatum greater than 10° and minimum follow-up of 60 months. In severe genu recurvatum, the extension gap needs to be decreased compared with flexion gap. To achieve this, the distal femoral cut is distalized, whereas the posterior femoral and tibial cuts are performed as usual. They were compared with 64 matched posterior-stabilized TKAs without recurvatum. The demographic data were similar between groups. The clinical and radiological outcomes, complications, and revision rates were assessed at the last follow-up. RESULTS: At a mean follow-up of 7.4 years ± 1.9, there was no significant difference in International Knee Score functional score (77.5 vs. 73.4; P = .50) and knee score (86.6 vs. 89.5; P = .37) between the recurvatum group and the control group, respectively. 6 patients had a postoperative recurvatum equal or superior to 10° in the recurvatum group (18.8%). There was no difference between both groups in radiological outcomes, complication, or revision rates. No instability was found in the recurvatum group. CONCLUSION: Posterior-stabilized TKA with controlled distalization of the femoral component in the setting of severe preoperative genu recurvatum achieves good clinical and radiological outcomes at a minimum follow-up of 5 years and similar to TKA without preoperative recurvatum. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: III.