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Int J Cardiol ; 411: 132245, 2024 Sep 15.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38851540

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Several repair strategies emerged as possible treatment for severe mitral regurgitation (MR). A systematic review and meta-analysis was performed to compare the different percutaneous mitral valve repair approaches. METHODS: PubMed and Scopus electronic databases were scanned for eligible studies until December 11th, 2023. Clinical efficacy endpoints were all-cause mortality, major adverse cardiovascular events, and post-procedural NYHA functional class <3; the echocardiographic efficacy endpoint was a post-intervention residual MR less than moderate. Safety endpoints and procedural outcome measures were also assessed. RESULTS: Eleven studies were included: 8 [N = 1662 patients, mean follow-up (FUP) 294 days] compared MitraClip® vs Pascal® device, 2 (N = 195 patients) MitraClip® vs Carillon® and 1 study (N = 186 patients) evaluated MitraClip® against Cardioband®. The Pascal®-treated group had lower MR degree compared to the MitraClip®-treated group, without difference in post-intervention mean trans-mitral gradient and in clinical and safety endpoints. A longer procedure time was observed in the Pascal® group, albeit with a lower average number of implanted devices per procedure. The two studies comparing MitraClip® and Carillon® were inconsistent in terms of both efficacy and safety outcomes, while the study evaluating MitraClip® vs Cardioband® showed that the latter might confer a significant clinical benefit, with a similar reduction in MR. CONCLUSIONS: Pascal® is as safe and clinically effective as MitraClip® in treating patients with MR, with an apparent greater reduction in the magnitude of residual valve insufficiency over the long term. Data on Cardioband® and Carillon® are not robust enough to draw conclusions from the use of such devices.


Subject(s)
Mitral Valve Insufficiency , Mitral Valve Insufficiency/surgery , Mitral Valve Insufficiency/diagnostic imaging , Humans , Treatment Outcome , Cardiac Catheterization/methods , Cardiac Catheterization/instrumentation , Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation/instrumentation , Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation/methods , Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation/adverse effects
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BMC Surg ; 24(1): 47, 2024 Feb 06.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38321415

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: The Achilles tendon is the strongest tendon in the human body, but it is prone to injury, especially in modern times when recreational sports are growing in popularity. As a result, Achilles tendon rupture is becoming an increasingly common medical problem in modern society. The main objective of this study was to compare the outcomes of percutaneous repair and open repair for the treatment of Achilles tendon rupture. METHODS: A retrospective study was conducted involving a total of 316 patients who had undergone surgical treatment for Achilles tendon rupture between 2013 and 2021. The data collected from the medical history of these patients included the type of surgical procedure, the mechanism of injury, the age and sex of the patients, the time spent in the hospital, and any possible complications of the surgical treatment (such as infections, reruptures, or sural nerve injuries). RESULTS: The study revealed that there was no significant difference between percutaneous and open surgical approaches in terms of sural nerve injury. However, there was a statistically significant advantage of the percutaneous method in terms of the number of infections, which was significantly lower than that of the open method. Additionally, the median length of hospital stay was found to be four days longer with the open approach. However, the study noted that a statistically significant advantage of the percutaneous method for rerupture could not be established due to the small number of patients with rerupture and the insufficient ratio of patients with rerupture in relation to the size of the observed population. CONCLUSIONS: Percutaneous repair is an effective treatment option for Achilles tendon rupture and has outcomes equal to or better than those of open repair. Therefore, this approach is recommended as the preferred method of treatment due to the presence of fewer complications, provided that the indications for this technique are appropriate.


Subject(s)
Achilles Tendon , Ankle Injuries , Tendon Injuries , Humans , Achilles Tendon/injuries , Achilles Tendon/surgery , Retrospective Studies , Rupture/surgery , Treatment Outcome , Tendon Injuries/surgery
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J Pediatr Surg ; 59(6): 1089-1093, 2024 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-38220555

ABSTRACT

OBJECTIVE: Our goal was to compare single-incision laparoscopic percutaneous and cystoscope forceps-assisted Morgagni hernia repair techniques. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A total of 40 patients were allocated to two groups, each with 20 patients. Group 1: Single incision (port) laparoscopic surgical percutaneous Morgagni hernia repair (with a 5 mm Storz laparoscopic scope entered through the umbilicus). Group 2: Single incision (port) laparoscopic surgical percutaneous Morgagni hernia repair (with an 11 Fr [3.6 mm] cystoscope entered through the umbilicus + using forceps + sac plication, and sac cauterization). In Group 1; the sac was not removed. In group 2; we advanced the forceps through the cystoscope, caught the sac, pushed the needle through the sac, plicated the sac, and then cauterized the sac with Bugbee electrode. RESULTS: Of the 40 patients, 70 % (n = 28) were male. The symptoms at admission included repeated chest infections (40 %), dyspnea (30 %), vomiting (22 %), and abdominal pain (22 %). No difference was found between groups in terms of age, gender symptomatology, or associated anomalies. The operation time was shorter in group 2 compared to group 1 (p < 0.05; 25 min vs 40 min). Although there was one recurrence in Group 1, no recurrence was reported in Group 2. The recurrence incidence did not differ between groups (p > 0.05). CONCLUSIONS: Cystoscope-assisted repair of Morgagni hernia was found to be superior in terms of safety and shorter operation time. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Type III. TYPE OF THE STUDY: Retrospective study.


Subject(s)
Herniorrhaphy , Laparoscopy , Humans , Female , Laparoscopy/methods , Male , Herniorrhaphy/methods , Herniorrhaphy/instrumentation , Hernias, Diaphragmatic, Congenital/surgery , Child , Treatment Outcome , Operative Time , Child, Preschool , Surgical Instruments , Retrospective Studies
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Am J Cardiol ; 207: 159-169, 2023 11 15.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37741106

ABSTRACT

This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to investigate whether percutaneous mitral valve repair (PMVr) using MitraClip was more effective than surgery or medical therapy for long-term morbidity and mortality. We searched MEDLINE, EMBASE, and CENTRAL (Cochrane Library) databases to identify relevant studies that recruited adult patients with functional or secondary mitral valve regurgitation who underwent PMVr with MitraClip implantation using appropriate search terms and Boolean operators. The odds ratios (ORs) were pooled using the random-effects model. A total of 14 studies recruiting 2,593 patients were included. Within 12 months of follow-up, patients who underwent PMVr did not maintain mitral valve regurgitation grade 2+ (OR 0.22, 95% confidence interval [CI] 0.12 to 0.41, p <0.0001, I2 = 0.0%, p = 0.52) or symptom-free heart failure (OR 0.47, 95% CI 0.29 to 0.77, p = 0.0028, I2 = 0.0%, p = 0.66) compared with their surgical counterparts. Patients were more likely to be rehospitalized for heart failure (OR 2.79, 95% CI 1.54 to 5.05, p = 0.0007, I2 = 0.0%, p = 0.51). However, there was no difference between the groups in terms of all-cause or cardiovascular mortality. Whereas, in comparison with medical therapy, PMVr significantly reduced all-cause mortality at 12 and ≥24 months of follow-up (OR 0.41, 95% CI 0.24, 0.69, p = 0.0009, I2 = 32%, p = 0.23 and OR 0.55, 95% CI 0.40, 0.75, p = 0.0002, I2 = 0.0%, p = 0.45, respectively). In conclusion, there was no difference in all-cause death at 12 or 24 months of follow-up between PMVr and the surgical approach, but the durability of valvular repair was inferior with PMVr. In comparison with medical therapy, there was a significant reduction in mortality with PMVr.


Subject(s)
Cardiac Surgical Procedures , Heart Failure , Heart Valve Prosthesis Implantation , Mitral Valve Insufficiency , Adult , Humans , Mitral Valve/surgery , Treatment Outcome
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Heart Views ; 24(3): 148-152, 2023.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37584018

ABSTRACT

The rupture of the sinus of the Valsalva aneurysm is a rare but very serious condition. Rapid and accurate diagnosis and prompt treatment are critical for these cases. We present two cases of sinus of Valsalva ruptures. One case was managed with open surgical repair and the second case was treated percutaneously. We have discussed these two therapeutic approaches available to treat sinus of Valsalva rupture.

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Foot Ankle Int ; 44(9): 913-921, 2023 09.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37329183

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Open repair of Achilles tendon ruptures is associated with a risk of infection and other wound complications. Although percutaneous repairs reduce these complications, they may increase the risk of nerve injury. This study was designed to determine whether a percutaneous nonlocking repair can approach the gapping resistance offered by a standard open repair under conditions approximating typical postoperative physiotherapy. METHODS: Ten pairs of cadavers Achilles tendons were transected in situ 5 cm above the insertion. One tendon from each pair was repaired using an open 4-strand Krackow locking loop, and the contralateral tendon was repaired with the Achillon system using the same suture material. Displacement transducers were attached to the medial, lateral, anterior, and posterior aspects of the tendon, spanning the repair. Each tendon underwent 1000 tensile loading cycles to 86.5 N, simulating passive ankle range-of-motion physiotherapy. Gapping was documented on the 1st, 50th, 100th, 500th, and 1000th cycles. The ultimate tensile strength of each repaired tendon was then measured by distracting until gross failure occurred. RESULTS: Gapping of the percutaneous repairs exceeded that of conventional open repairs on the first, 500th, and 1000th load cycles. All 10 conventionally repaired tendons withstood 1000 load cycles without gross failure, but 4 of 10 percutaneous minimally invasive repairs failed, one on the 9th load cycle and the others between the 100th and 500th cycles. On average, tendons repaired with the open technique withstood 66% greater tensile load in failure testing than those repaired with the percutaneous technique. CONCLUSION: Open Krackow Achilles tendon repairs may better withstand more aggressive postoperative physiotherapy than nonlocked percutaneous repairs. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: The study suggests that surgeons should consider locking suture approaches to avoid loss of repair integrity with early motion.


Subject(s)
Achilles Tendon , Tendon Injuries , Humans , Achilles Tendon/injuries , Suture Techniques , Tendon Injuries/surgery , Rupture/surgery , Tensile Strength , Biomechanical Phenomena
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BMC Musculoskelet Disord ; 24(1): 446, 2023 Jun 02.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37268932

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: This investigation aimed to study the outcome of percutaneous repair of Achilles tendon ruptures regarding patient-reported and objective outcomes. METHODS: This is a retrospective review of a cohort of patients (n = 24) who underwent percutaneous repair of neglected Achilles rupture in the period between 2013 and 2019. Included patients were adults with closed injuries, presented 4-10 weeks after rupture, with intact deep sensation. All underwent clinical examination, X-rays to exclude bony injury and MRI for diagnosis confirmation. All underwent percutaneous repair by the same surgeon, using the same technique and rehabilitation protocol. The postoperative assessment was done subjectively using ATRS and AOFAS score and objectively using a percentage of heel rise comparison to the normal side and calf circumference difference. RESULTS: The mean follow-up period was 14.85 months ± 3 months. Average AOFAS scores at 6,12 months were 91 and 96, respectively, showing statistically significant improvement from pre-op level (P < 0.001). Percentage of heel rise on the affected side and calf circumference showed statistically significant improvement over the 12 month follow up period (P < 0.001). Superficial infection was reported in two patients (8.3%), and two cases reported transient sural nerve neuritis. CONCLUSION: Percutaneous repair of neglected Achilles rupture using the index technique proved a satisfactory patient-reported and objective measurement at a one-year follow-up. With only minor transient complications.


Subject(s)
Achilles Tendon , Ankle Injuries , Tendon Injuries , Adult , Humans , Treatment Outcome , Achilles Tendon/diagnostic imaging , Achilles Tendon/surgery , Achilles Tendon/injuries , Tendon Injuries/diagnostic imaging , Tendon Injuries/surgery , Rupture/surgery , Heel , Retrospective Studies
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Indian J Orthop ; 57(6): 917-922, 2023 Jun.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-37214370

ABSTRACT

Background: Rupture of the Achilles tendon is a considerable cause of morbidity with reduced function following injury. Randomized studies have so far failed to show a difference in outcome between operative and nonoperative management of Achilles tendon rupture, provided that no re-rupture occurs. Percutaneous Achilles repair has been suggested to result in superior patient satisfaction compared with open repair in patients with an acute Achilles tendon rupture. Aim and Objectives: To assess and evaluate the functional outcome after percutaneous repair in patients of the acute and closed Achilles tendon ruptures. Materials and Methods: It was a prospective study conducted on patients diagnosed as having rupture of the Achilles tendon. A total of 25 patients with mean age of 44.4 (range 19-65) years were taken, who underwent percutaneous Achilles tendon repair. Results: The number of patients who reported excellent or good scores (ATRS > 80) at 3, 6 and 12 months were 0%, 16% and 100%, respectively. The mean AOFAS hind foot score at 3-, 6- and 12-month follow-ups was 77.9 ± 4.3, 92.04 ± 2.4 and 96.16.32 ± 1.1, respectively. The number of patients who reported excellent or good scores (AOFAS > 74) at 3, 6 and 12 months were 76%, 100% and 100%, respectively. Most of the patients in our study showed no complications, and only 2 (8%) of patients had the features of sural nerve injury which was resolved in the subsequent follow-ups. Conclusion: Percutaneous repair of the Achilles tendon is an effective procedure which gives excellent functional outcome with very few complications. The percutaneous technique gives an additional advantage of less operative time, no wound complications, less damage to the soft tissues, and improved cosmesis as compared to the open repair.

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JACC Case Rep ; 5: 101685, 2023 Jan 04.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36636505

ABSTRACT

Restrictive physiology, such as cardiac amyloidosis, compromises atrial and ventricular performance, often leading to "atrial" functional valvular regurgitation. While focusing on atrial functional tricuspid regurgitation we aimed at summarizing the pathophysiological characteristics of, and therapeutic options in, cardiac amyloidosis. (Level of Difficulty: Intermediate.).

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Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc ; 31(1): 94-101, 2023 Jan.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-36251046

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: Achilles tendon ruptures (ATR) result in loss of strength and function of the gastrosoleus-Achilles tendon complex, probably because of gradual tendon elongation and calf muscle atrophy, even after surgical repair. Flexor hallucis longus (FHL) augmentation not only reinforces the repair and provides new blood supply to the tendon, but also protects the repair, internally splinting the repaired Achilles tendon, maintaining optimal tension. We prospectively compared the clinical outcomes of patients with acute ATR, managed with either percutaneous repair only or percutaneous repair and FHL augmentation. METHODS: Patients with acute ATR undergoing operative management were divided into two groups. Thirty patients underwent percutaneous repair under local anesthesia, and 32 patients underwent percutaneous repair augmented by FHL tendon, harvested through a 3 cm longitudinal posteromedial incision, and transferred to the calcaneus, under epidural anesthesia. All patients were treated by a single surgeon between 2015 and 2019 and were followed prospectively for 24 months. RESULTS: The percutaneous only group was younger than the augmented one (35.4 ± 8.0 vs 40.4 ± 6.6 years, p = 0.01). In the augmented group, 25 patients stayed overnight and only 5 were day cases, whereas in the percutaneous only group 4 patients stayed overnight and 28 of them were day cases (p < 0.001). The duration of the procedure was significantly longer in the augmented group (38.9 ± 5.2 vs 13.2 ± 2.2 min, p < 0.001). At 24 months after repair, the Achilles tendon resting angle (ATRA) was better in the augmented group (-0.5 ± 1.7 vs -4.0 ± 2.7, p < 0.001), as was Achilles tendon rupture score (ATRS) (91.7 ± 2.2 vs 89.9 ± 2.4, p = 0.004). Calf circumference of the injured and the non-injured leg did not differ between the groups, as did the time interval to single toe raise and the time interval to walking in tiptoes. Although plantarflexion strength of the operated leg was significantly weaker than the non-operated leg in both groups, the difference in isometric strength of the operated leg between the groups was not significant at 24 months (435 ± 37.9 vs 436 ± 39.7 N, n.s.). CONCLUSION: Percutaneous repair and FHL tendon augmentation may have a place in the management of acute Achilles tendon ruptures, reducing tendon elongation and improving functional outcome. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level II.


Subject(s)
Achilles Tendon , Tendon Injuries , Humans , Achilles Tendon/surgery , Tendon Transfer/methods , Rupture/surgery , Tendon Injuries/surgery , Toes , Treatment Outcome
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J Vasc Bras ; 21: e20210223, 2022.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35911476

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.


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.

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Foot Ankle Int ; 43(9): 1174-1184, 2022 09.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35686445

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Both percutaneous and endoscopically assisted methods are reported to produce good results in the surgical management of acute Achilles tendon ruptures. The aim of this retrospective study was to compare between a percutaneous method and a recently described isolated endoscopically assisted flexor hallucis longus (FHL) transfer method as surgical means of management in patients with acute Achilles tendon ruptures. METHODS: One hundred seventeen patients were included in the current study and divided into 2 groups: 59 patients who underwent percutaneous Achilles repair (PAR Group) and 58 patients who underwent isolated endoscopic FHL transfer (FHL Group) were compared. Patients were clinically evaluated using American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS) ankle-hindfoot score, Achilles tendon Total Rupture Score (ATRS), and Achilles tendon resting angle (ATRA) measures. In addition, ankle plantarflexion power, FHL dynamometry, Tegner activity levels, and return to previous levels of activity were also documented for all patients. RESULTS: Nine months after surgery, patients in the FHL transfer group were more likely to be able to return to normal activities (91% vs 73%, P < .01). Thirty months after surgical treatment, we found no difference in ATRS, AOFAS, ATRA, ankle plantarflexion strength, or Tegner activity scores between study groups. Overall complications were reported in 6 patients in the FHL group (10.3%) and in 8 patients in the PAR group (13.6%). No major neurovascular or skin complications were encountered. CONCLUSION: The current study demonstrated satisfactory and comparable results and complications when comparing isolated endoscopic FHL tendon transfer or percutaneous Achilles tendon repairs in the surgical management of acute Achilles tendon ruptures. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level III, retrospective controlled trial.


Subject(s)
Achilles Tendon , Ankle Injuries , Tendon Injuries , Achilles Tendon/surgery , Humans , Retrospective Studies , Rupture/surgery , Tendon Injuries/surgery , Tendon Transfer/methods , Treatment Outcome
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Eur J Trauma Emerg Surg ; 48(5): 4061-4068, 2022 Oct.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35275242

ABSTRACT

PURPOSE: Percutaneous repair is a good option for acute Achilles tendon rupture. Although it overcomes the complications of open technique, it carries the risk of sural nerve injury and inadequate repair. In this study, we explore if the use of intra-operative ultrasound with percutaneous technique has any advantageous effect on final results of repair. METHODS: This is a prospective randomized study done between May 2014 and December 2020. It included 91 patients with complete acute Achilles tendon rupture distributed in 2 groups with homogenous clinical and demographic data. Group A (n = 47) included those managed by percutaneous repair with assistant of an intra-operative ultrasound. Group B (n = 44) included those done without the assistant of ultrasound. Post-operative evaluation was done clinically by the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society score, calf muscle circumference and single heel rise test and radiologically by Magnetic Resonance Image. RESULTS: Patients of both groups reported continuous improvement of the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society score with time. However, patient of group A recorded better functional outcome score at 3 months postoperatively. We recorded longer operative time in group A than those in group B. Continuous improvement of maximum calf circumference was observed in both groups. Satisfactory healing was noticed to happen faster in patients of group A than those of group B. We recorded two cases of re-rupture and two cases of sural nerve injury in group B with no reported complication in group A. CONCLUSION: The use of an intra-operative ultrasound with percutaneous repair of acute rupture of Achilles tendon can improve the quality of repair as evidenced by quicker satisfactory healing and earlier regain of activity. Also, it can help in proper localization of sural nerve in relation to lateral edge of Achilles tendon. TRIAL REGISTRATION: Clinical Trials.gov Identifier: NCT04935281.


Subject(s)
Achilles Tendon , Ankle Injuries , Orthopedic Procedures , Tendon Injuries , Achilles Tendon/diagnostic imaging , Achilles Tendon/injuries , Achilles Tendon/surgery , Acute Disease , Ankle Injuries/surgery , Humans , Orthopedic Procedures/methods , Prospective Studies , Rupture/diagnostic imaging , Rupture/surgery , Tendon Injuries/diagnostic imaging , Tendon Injuries/surgery , Treatment Outcome
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Injury ; 53(4): 1552-1556, 2022 Apr.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35140028

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: Acute Achilles tendon rupture (AATR) is a common injury of the foot and ankle. So far, the optimal management of AATR remains controversial. The target of the present retrospective study was to describe a new operative technique for percutaneous repair of AATR and evaluate efficacy of the technique. METHODS: In the present study, 32 patients were enrolled with AATR treated with the percutaneous oval forceps suture-guiding method with anchor nails from Jan 2014 to Jan 2017. The operation duration and length of incision were collected. The functional outcomes were evaluated using the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) score, Achilles tendon total rupture score (ATRS), range of motion (ROM) of the ankle and plantar flexion strength ratio at the last follow-up. The postoperative sports activity level and complications were also recorded. RESULTS: The mean operation duration and length of incision were 24.5 min and 2.0 cm. Whilst patient reported outcome questionnaires like AOFAS and ATRS showed good results, ROM of the ankle was quite low with only 16.5 degrees. Plantar flexion strength ratio was lower post surgery, as well. As for the postoperative sports activity level: 26/32 cases (81.3%) returned to former sports activity level; 4/32 cases (12.5%) showed a decline in sports activity level; 2/32 cases (6.2%) gave up on sports. The overall complication rate was 6.2%, one sural nerve damage and one fusiform thickening were found in the study. CONCLUSION: The percutaneous oval forceps suture-guiding method with anchor nails is a new considerable surgery method with adequate healing rates and an alternative to existing surgical procedures.


Subject(s)
Achilles Tendon , Orthopedic Procedures , Achilles Tendon/injuries , Achilles Tendon/surgery , Humans , Nails/surgery , Orthopedic Procedures/methods , Retrospective Studies , Rupture/etiology , Rupture/surgery , Surgical Instruments , Suture Techniques , Sutures , Treatment Outcome
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Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) ; 92: 105578, 2022 02.
Article in English | MEDLINE | ID: mdl-35093798

ABSTRACT

BACKGROUND: While no gold standard exists for the management of Achilles tendon ruptures, surgical repair is common in healthy and active patients. Minimally invasive repair methods have become increasingly popular, while biomechanical equivalency hasn't been proven yet. METHODS: A mid-substance Achilles tendon rupture was created 6 cm proximal to the calcaneal insertion in 27 fresh-frozen cadaveric ankles. Specimens were randomly allocated to 1 of 3 repair techniques: Huttunen et al. (2014) (1) PARS Achilles Jig System, Nyyssönen et al. (2008) (2) Achilles Midsubstance SpeedBridge™, Schipper and Cohen (2017) (3) Dresdner Instrument and subsequently subjected to cyclic loading with 250 cycles each at 1 Hz with 4 different loading ranges (20-100 N, 20-200 N, 20-300 N, and 20-400 N). FINDINGS: After 250 cycles no significant differences in elongation were observed between PARS and Dresdner Instrument(p = 1.0). Furthermore, SpeedBridge™ repairs elongated less than either Dresdner Instrument (p = 0.0006) or PARS (p = 0.102). Main elongation (85%) occurred within the first 10 cycles with a comparable elongation in between 10 and 100 and 100-250 cycles. While all repairs withstood the first 250 cycles of cyclic loading from 20 to 100 N, only the PARS (468 ± 175) and Midsubstance SpeedBridge™ (538 ± 208) survived more cycles. Within all 3 groups suture cut out was seen to be the most common failure mechanism. INTERPRETATION: Within all groups early repair elongation was seen. While this was least obvious within the SpeedBridge™ technique, ultimate strengths of repairs (cycles to failure) were comparable across PARS and SpeedBridge™ with a decline in the Dresdner Instrument group.


Subject(s)
Achilles Tendon , Tendon Injuries , Achilles Tendon/surgery , Biomechanical Phenomena , Cadaver , Humans , Rupture/surgery , Suture Techniques , Sutures , Tendon Injuries/surgery
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J. vasc. bras ; 21: e20210223, 2022. graf
Article in English | LILACS | ID: biblio-1386119

ABSTRACT

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.


Subject(s)
Humans , Male , Adult , Aneurysm, Ruptured/therapy , Embolization, Therapeutic , Endovascular Procedures , Mammary Arteries/diagnostic imaging , Computed Tomography Angiography
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