Fractures of the peroneal malleolus: Current concepts. / Fracturas del maléolo peroneo: conceptos actuales.

Ankle fractures represent up to 9% of all fractures, with an increased incidence in the elderly population. Among these fractures, isolated fractures of the lateral malleolus are the most common, representing 65-70% of all cases. The therapeutic decision-making primarily relies on the stability of the ankle ring, considering it stable if affected at one point and unstable if two or more points are affected. Surgical treatment focuses on restoring the length of the fibula, joint reconstruction, stabilizing the syndesmosis, and providing a stable fixation. It is crucial to rule out associated injuries that may influence therapeutic management. This article reviews the evaluation and management of lateral malleolus fractures, proposes a decision-making algorithm, and examines several fibular fixation options.

[Quantitative and qualitative analysis of the influence of confinement by COVID-19 in fracture patients entered in a traumatology service at a third level hospital]. / Análisis cuantitativo y cualitativo de la influencia del confinamiento por COVID-19 en los pacientes con fractura ingresados en un servicio de traumatología en un hospital de tercer nivel.

INTRODUCTION: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the confinement of approximately one third of the world population, causing a drastic change in the activities of daily life with many repercussions at the health, economic and social levels. OBJECTIVES: The objective of the present work is to present the epidemiological variations in the production of fractures in the period of mandatory confinement in our reference population. METHODS: Analytical retrospective comparative study of two groups of patients: Group A: patients admitted before the state of alarm that forced confinement in the period from January 13 to March 13 compared to Group B: patients admitted in the two months of confinement, until the de-escalation period began, March 13-May 13. Epidemiological variables including age, personal history, type of fracture, mechanism of injury, outpatient rate, and hospital stay were recorded. RESULTS: A total of 190 patients were included. 112 in the pre-confinement period and 78 in the confinement (30% decrease). The mean age (p = 0.007) and falls at home (p < 0.001) were higher in the confinement group. The postoperative (p = 0.006) and overall (p < 0.001) hospital stay were significantly less in the confinement group. No differences were found in the anatomical location of the lesion, sex, comorbidities, mechanism of injury, outpatient rate, or death. CONCLUSIONS: Based on the results of our study, the period of forced confinement due to the COVID-19 pandemic has produced a drastic decrease in the total number of fractures admitted to the traumatology service of a third level hospital. On the other hand, osteoporotic hip fractures have not varied in their incidence and a decrease in the average postoperative and overall stay has been observed.

Análisis cuantitativo y cualitativo de la influencia del confinamiento por COVID-19 en los pacientes con fractura ingresados en un servicio de traumatología en un hospital de tercer nivel / Quantitative and qualitative analysis of the influence of confinement by COVID-19 in fracture patients entered in a traumatology service at a third level hospital

INTRODUCCIÓN: La pandemia por COVID-19 ha supuesto el confinamiento de aproximadamente un tercio de la población mundial, provocando un cambio drástico en las actividades de la vida diaria con enorme impacto sanitario, económico y social. OBJETIVOS: El objetivo de este trabajo es presentar las variaciones epidemiológicas en la producción de fracturas en el período de confinamiento obligatorio en nuestra población de referencia. MATERIAL Y MÉTODOS: Estudio analítico retrospectivo comparativo de dos grupos de pacientes: Grupo A: personas ingresadas antes del estado de alarma que obligó al confinamiento en el período del 13 enero al 13 de marzo vs. Grupo B: individuos atendidos durante los dos meses de confinamiento, hasta que comenzó la desescalada, período del 13 marzo al 13 mayo. Se registraron variables epidemiológicas, incluyendo edad, antecedentes personales, tipo de fractura, mecanismo de lesión, porcentaje de ambulatorización y estancia hospitalaria. RESULTADOS: Se incluyeron un total de 190 pacientes. En el período de pre-confinamiento 112 y en el confinamiento 78 (disminución del 30%). La edad media (p = 0,007) y las caídas en domicilio (p < 0,001) fueron mayores en este último grupo. La estancia hospitalaria postoperatoria (p = 0,006) y global (p < 0,001) resultaron significativamente menores en el mismo grupo. No se encontraron diferencias en la localización anatómica de la lesión, el sexo, las comorbilidades, el mecanismo de lesión, la tasa de ambulatorización ni el éxitus. CONCLUSIONES: Con base en los resultados de nuestro estudio, el período de confinamiento forzoso por la pandemia de COVID-19 ha producido una drástica disminución del número total de fracturas ingresadas en el servicio de traumatología de un hospital de tercer nivel. Por otro lado, las fracturas osteoporóticas de cadera que requirieron tratamiento quirúrgico no variaron en número y se ha constatado un decremento de la estancia media postoperatoria y global

INTRODUCTION: The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the confinement of approximately one third of the world population, causing a drastic change in the activities of daily life with many repercussions at the health, economic and social levels. OBJECTIVES: The objective of the present work is to present the epidemiological variations in the production of fractures in the period of mandatory confinement in our reference population. METHODS: Analytical retrospective comparative study of two groups of patients: Group A: patients admitted before the state of alarm that forced confinement in the period from January 13 to March 13 compared to Group B: patients admitted in the two months of confinement, until the de-escalation period began, March 13-May 13. Epidemiological variables including age, personal history, type of fracture, mechanism of injury, outpatient rate, and hospital stay were recorded. RESULTS: A total of 190 patients were included. 112 in the pre-confinement period and 78 in the confinement (30% decrease). The mean age (p = 0.007) and falls at home (p < 0.001) were higher in the confinement group. The postoperative (p = 0.006) and overall (p < 0.001) hospital stay were significantly less in the confinement group. No differences were found in the anatomical location of the lesion, sex, comorbidities, mechanism of injury, outpatient rate, or death. CONCLUSIONS: Based on the results of our study, the period of forced confinement due to the COVID-19 pandemic has produced a drastic decrease in the total number of fractures admitted to the traumatology service of a third level hospital. On the other hand, osteoporotic hip fractures have not varied in their incidence and a decrease in the average postoperative and overall stay has been observed

Fracturas intraarticulares de calcáneo tratadas quirúrgicamente: ¿qué nos aporta la tomografía computarizada postoperatoria? / Surgically treated calcaneal joint fractures: what does postoperative computed tomography give us?

INTRODUCCIÓN: Actualmente existe gran controversia sobre el tratamiento ideal de las fracturas articulares de calcáneo. El objetivo de este estudio es determinar la utilidad de la tomografía computarizada (TC) postoperatoria. PACIENTES Y MÉTODOS: Estudio retrospectivo descriptivo de pacientes intervenidos en el período 2007 a 2015 en nuestro centro. Se recogieron variables epidemiológicas, datos específicos de la fractura, intervención quirúrgica, así como resultados y complicaciones. La evaluación radiológica se realizó mediante radiología simple (ángulo de Böhler) y TC coronal (congruencia de subastragalina posterior). Para los resultados funcionales utilizamos la escala AOFAS de retro pie y la escala EVA para el nivel de dolor. RESULTADOS: Incluimos 46 fracturas en 43 pacientes (tres bilaterales). Treinta y cinco eran varones y ocho mujeres, con una edad promedio de 42 años (18-79) y un seguimiento medio de 57,39 meses (33-129). LA TC preoperatoria se realizó en todos los casos, de los que 11 fueron Sanders ii, 23 tipo III y 12 tipo IV. El TC postoperatorio solo se realizó en 17 casos. La reducción de la subastragalina posterior medida por TC fue satisfactoria (escalón articular < 2 mm) en 12 casos. El ángulo de Böhler prequirúrgico promedio fue de 6,45 ± 10,21 ([-22]-25) y el posquirúrgico de 20,46 ± 7,09 (4-38). La artrosis subastragalina se desarrolló en 19 casos (sintomática en 12) y la artrosis calcáneo-cuboidea en seis (solo uno sintomático). El AOFAS fue de 74,28 ± 18,98 (27-100) y el EVA de 4,14 ± 2,98 (2-9). Resultó estadísticamente significativo un TC con escalón inferior a 2 mm con mayor resultado en la escala AOFAS (77,17 puntos de promedio), así como menor EVA de promedio (2,83) (p = 0,002). Respecto al Böhler, resultó significativa la relación de un ángulo > 20° posquirúrgico con mayor AOFAS (80,82) y menor EVA (3,18) (p = 0,001). La búsqueda bibliográfica obtuvo un total de 117 artículos que cumplieron los criterios de búsqueda, de los cuales solo 29 solicitaron TC postoperatorio. CONCLUSIONES: La TC postoperatoria es la mejor técnica para corroborar la correcta reducción de la superficie articular subastragalina, sin embargo, su indicación no está universalmente aceptada

INTRODUCTION: There is currently great controversy about the ideal treatment of intraarticular calcaneal fractures. The objective of this study is to determine the usefulness of postoperative computed tomography (CT). PATIENTS AND METHODS: We conducted a retrospective descriptive study of patients operated on in the period 2007 to 2015 in our center. Epidemiological variables, specific fracture data, surgical intervention as well as results and complications were collected. The radiological evaluation was performed using simple radiology (Böhler angle) and coronal CT (congruence of posterior subtalar joint). For the functional results we use the AOFAS hindfoot scale and the EVA scale for the level of pain. RESULTS: We included 46 fractures in 43 patients (three bilateral). Thirty-five were male and eight female, with an average age of 42 years (18-79) and an average follow-up of 57.39 months (33-129). Preoperative CT was performed in all cases, of which 11 were Sanders ii, 23 type III and 12 type IV. Postoperative CT was only performed in 17 cases. The subsequent subtalar reduction measured by CT was satisfactory (articular step < 2 mm) in 12 cases. The average presurgical Böhler angle was 6.45 ± 10.21 ([-22]-25) and the post-surgical angle of 20.46 ± 7.09 (4-38). Subtalar osteoarthritis developed in 19 cases (symptomatic in 12) and calcaneo-cuboid osteoarthritis in six cases (only one symptomatic). The AOFAS was 74.28 ± 18.98 (27-100) and the EVA was 4.14 ± 2.98 (2-9). A CT scan with a step of less than 2 mm was statistically significant, with a higher result on the AOFAS scale (77.17 average points) as well as lower EVA on average (2.83) (p = 0.002). Regarding the Böhler, it was statistically significant the relationship of an angle > 20° post-surgical with higher AOFAS (80.82) and lower VAS (3.18) (p = 0.001). The literature search obtained a total of 117 articles that met the search criteria, of which only 29 requested postoperative CT. CONCLUSIONS: The indication of postoperative CT in patients operated by intraarticular calcaneal fracture is the best technique to corroborate the correct reduction of the subtalar joint surface, although it is not universally accepted, according to the literature

Surgically treated calcaneal joint fractures: what does postoperative computed tomography give us? / Fracturas intraarticulares de calcáneo tratadas quirúrgicamente: ¿qué nos aporta la tomografía computarizada postoperatoria?

INTRODUCTION: There is currently great controversy about the ideal treatment of intraarticular calcaneal fractures. The objective of this study is to determine the usefulness of postoperative computed tomography (CT). PATIENTS AND METHODS: We conducted a retrospective descriptive study of patients operated on in the period 2007 to 2015 in our center. Epidemiological variables, specific fracture data, surgical intervention as well as results and complications were collected. The radiological evaluation was performed using simple radiology (Böhler angle) and coronal CT (congruence of posterior subtalar joint). For the functional results we use the AOFAS hindfoot scale and the EVA scale for the level of pain. RESULTS: We included 46 fractures in 43 patients (three bilateral). Thirty-five were male and eight female, with an average age of 42 years (18-79) and an average follow-up of 57.39 months (33-129). Preoperative CT was performed in all cases, of which 11 were Sanders ii, 23 type iii and 12 type iv. Postoperative CT was only performed in 17 cases. The subsequent subtalar reduction measured by CT was satisfactory (articular step < 2 mm) in 12 cases. The average presurgical Böhler angle was 6.45 ± 10.21 ([-22]-25) and the post-surgical angle of 20.46 ± 7.09 (4-38). Subtalar osteoarthritis developed in 19 cases (symptomatic in 12) and calcaneo-cuboid osteoarthritis in six cases (only one symptomatic). The AOFAS was 74.28 ± 18.98 (27-100) and the EVA was 4.14 ± 2.98 (2-9). A CT scan with a step of less than 2 mm was statistically significant, with a higher result on the AOFAS scale (77.17 average points) as well as lower EVA on average (2.83) (p = 0.002). Regarding the Böhler, it was statistically significant the relationship of an angle > 20° post-surgical with higher AOFAS (80.82) and lower VAS (3.18) (p = 0.001). The literature search obtained a total of 117 articles that met the search criteria, of which only 29 requested postoperative CT. CONCLUSIONS: The indication of postoperative CT in patients operated by intraarticular calcaneal fracture is the best technique to corroborate the correct reduction of the subtalar joint surface, although it is not universally accepted, according to the literature.

Artrodesis tibiotalocalcánea con clavo retrógrado cementado con antibiótico en rescate de osteosíntesis infectada de tobillo / Tibiotalocalcaneal fusion with a cemented coated retrograde nail as a salvage procedure for infected ORIF of the ankle

La artrodesis tibiotalocalcánea es un procedimiento de rescate efectivo en casos de artrosis combinada de tobillo y subastragalina así como en deformidades severas multiplanares y graves destrucciones articulares del retropié. Mención especial merece la indicación de este procedimiento en casos de pérdida ósea, especialmente astragalina, secundaria a cirugías previas fallidas o como secuela de infección ósea, constituyendo muchas veces la única forma de conseguir un pie plantígrado y un tobillo estable e indoloro. Presentamos un caso de fractura de tobillo en paciente con morbilidad asociada y múltiples complicaciones tras la osteosíntesis, en el que la artrodesis tibiotalocalcánea con clavo retrógrado cementado con antibiótico ha conseguido un resultado final satisfactorio (AU)

Tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis is an effective salvage procedure in cases of combined ankle and subtalar osteoarthritis as well as severe multiplanar deformities and severe joint destruction of the hindfoot. Special mention should be made of this procedure in cases of bone loss, especially from the talus, secondary to failed previous surgeries or bone infection, often being the only way to achieve a stable and painless foot and ankle. We present a case of ankle fracture in a patient with associated morbidity and multiple complications following osteosynthesis, in which tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis with cemented with antibiotic coated retrograde nail has achieved a satisfactory final result (AU)

Continuous pain and swelling after humerus fracture in an 86-years-old woman.

Metastases to bone are the most frequent cause of destructive lesions to the skeleton in adults . The tumours that are most likely to metastasize to bone are prostate (32%), breast (22%), kidney (16%), lung and thyroid. The typical distribution of metastatic lesions are to the spine, ribs, pelvis, and proximal limb girdles. The humerus is the second most common site for long bone metastases, behind only the femur in its frequency of involvement . It represents the 20% of all bony metastases. We present a clinical case of an 86 yo woman with a previous diagnosis of myofibroblastic sarcoma of the maxillaris who suffers a pathological fracture of the humeral shaft secondary to metastasis and was misdiagnosed and treated for a typical humeral fracture using and intramedullary pinning (Hackethal technique), producing the progression of the disease within the humeral shaft. Due to the end state of the disease (multiple metastases), we decided to perform a palliative treatment with radiotherapy. This particular case report does confirm that is very important to rule out a malignancy in cases of osteolytic or poorly marginated lesions, particularly in patients older than 40 years of age. Therefore, it is imperative that the treating physician has a rational and effective approach to the diagnostic evaluation and treatment of these patients in order to avoid a malpractice.

Las metástasis del hueso son la causa más frecuente de lesiones destructivas del esqueleto en adultos. Los tumores que tienen más probabilidades de metastatizar a los huesos son próstata (32%), mama (22%), riñón (16%), pulmón y tiroides. La distribución típica de las lesiones metastásicas es a la columna vertebral, las costillas, la pelvis y las cinturas escapular y pélvica. El húmero es el segundo sitio más común para metástasis en huesos largos, sólo detrás del fémur en su frecuencia, representando el 20% de todas las metástasis óseas. Se presenta un caso clínico de una mujer de 86 años con diagnóstico previo de sarcoma miofibroblástico de mandíbula que sufre una fractura patológica de la diáfisis humeral secundaria a metástasis, se diagnosticó erróneamente y se trató como si fuera una fractura normal utilizando pinning intramedular (técnica de Hackethal), produciendo la progresión de la enfermedad dentro de la diáfisis humeral. Debido al estadio final de la enfermedad (metástasis múltiples), decidimos realizar un tratamiento paliativo con radioterapia. Este caso en particular confirma que es muy importante descartar una neoplasia maligna en casos de lesiones osteolíticas o mal delimitadas, particularmente en pacientes mayores de 40 años de edad. Por lo tanto, es imprescindible que el médico tratante tenga un enfoque racional y efectivo para la evaluación diagnóstica y el tratamiento de estos pacientes con el fin de evitar una mala práctica.

Tibiotalocalcaneal fusion with a cemented coated retrograde nail as a salvage procedure for infected ORIF of the ankle. / Artrodesis tibiotalocalcánea con clavo retrógrado cementado con antibiótico en rescate de osteosíntesis infectada de tobillo.

Tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis is an effective salvage procedure in cases of combined ankle and subtalar osteoarthritis as well as severe multiplanar deformities and severe joint destruction of the hindfoot. Special mention should be made of this procedure in cases of bone loss, especially from the talus, secondary to failed previous surgeries or bone infection, often being the only way to achieve a stable and painless foot and ankle. We present a case of ankle fracture in a patient with associated morbidity and multiple complications following osteosynthesis, in which tibiotalocalcaneal arthrodesis with cemented with antibiotic coated retrograde nail has achieved a satisfactory final result.

Continuous pain and swelling after humerus fracture in an 86-years-old woman / Dolor e inflamación continua posterior a fractura de húmero en una mujer de 86 años

Abstract: Metastases to bone are the most frequent cause of destructive lesions to the skeleton in adults. The tumours that are most likely to metastasize to bone are prostate (32%), breast (22%), kidney (16%), lung and thyroid. The typical distribution of metastatic lesions are to the spine, ribs, pelvis, and proximal limb girdles. The humerus is the second most common site for long bone metastases, behind only the femur in its frequency of involvement. It represents the 20% of all bony metastases. We present a clinical case of an 86 yo woman with a previous diagnosis of myofibroblastic sarcoma of the maxillaris who suffers a pathological fracture of the humeral shaft secondary to metastasis and was misdiagnosed and treated for a typical humeral fracture using and intramedullary pinning (Hackethal technique), producing the progression of the disease within the humeral shaft. Due to the end state of the disease (multiple metastases), we decided to perform a palliative treatment with radiotherapy. This particular case report does confirm that is very important to rule out a malignancy in cases of osteolytic or poorly marginated lesions, particularly in patients older than 40 years of age. Therefore, it is imperative that the treating physician has a rational and effective approach to the diagnostic evaluation and treatment of these patients in order to avoid a malpractice.

Resumen: Las metástasis del hueso son la causa más frecuente de lesiones destructivas del esqueleto en adultos. Los tumores que tienen más probabilidades de metastatizar a los huesos son próstata (32%), mama (22%), riñón (16%), pulmón y tiroides. La distribución típica de las lesiones metastásicas es a la columna vertebral, las costillas, la pelvis y las cinturas escapular y pélvica. El húmero es el segundo sitio más común para metástasis en huesos largos, sólo detrás del fémur en su frecuencia, representando el 20% de todas las metástasis óseas. Se presenta un caso clínico de una mujer de 86 años con diagnóstico previo de sarcoma miofibroblástico de mandíbula que sufre una fractura patológica de la diáfisis humeral secundaria a metástasis, se diagnosticó erróneamente y se trató como si fuera una fractura normal utilizando pinning intramedular (técnica de Hackethal), produciendo la progresión de la enfermedad dentro de la diáfisis humeral. Debido al estadio final de la enfermedad (metástasis múltiples), decidimos realizar un tratamiento paliativo con radioterapia. Este caso en particular confirma que es muy importante descartar una neoplasia maligna en casos de lesiones osteolíticas o mal delimitadas, particularmente en pacientes mayores de 40 años de edad. Por lo tanto, es imprescindible que el médico tratante tenga un enfoque racional y efectivo para la evaluación diagnóstica y el tratamiento de estos pacientes con el fin de evitar una mala práctica.