Intra­ and Interobserver Reliability of Yamaguchi's Method for the Assessment of First Metatarsal Pronation in Hallux Valgus Deformity.

Pronation of the first metatarsal is a risk factor for the formation and progression of the hallux valgus deformity. Recently, Yamaguchi et al published a study that showed how the round sign increases on digitally reconstructed radiography taken from a CT scan when pronation is applied. In this study, the shape of the lateral edge of the first metatarsal head was evaluated on weightbearing dorsoplantar radiographs. Yamaguchi's signs were presented to observers after the visual presentation of each foot as an image. The best-fit circle was drawn using the PACS drawing function. Ninety radiographs of adults presenting hallux valgus deformities were classified as mild-to-moderate, based on hallux valgus angle and intermetatarsal angle. The global average observations were 3.72 ± 3.92 (range 2.3°-4.6°). The interclass correlation (Fleiss Kappa index κ = 0.225) and the Spearman correlation (0.16 of Kappa) coefficients were poor for interobserver measurements and statistically significant. Using the linear model, there was no significant variability between the repetitions corresponding to each observer (t-value -1.527, p value .127). Our findings show that the Yamaguchi method can be very subjective and should not be the exclusive technique to assess the rotation of the first metatarsal or head roundness.

Midterm Outcomes of Sliding Distal Metatarsal Minimally Invasive Osteotomy to Treat Bunionette Deformity.

BACKGROUND: Bunionette deformity is described as a painful bony prominence on the lateral aspect of the fifth metatarsal head. The present study prospectively assessed the clinical, functional, and radiographic outcomes of sliding distal metatarsal minimally invasive osteotomy (S-DMMO) used in a large series of patients with a midterm follow-up period. METHODS: From December 2015 to December 2018, we evaluated 74 feet (57 patients). Radiologic (4-to-5 intermetatarsal angle, fifth metatarsophalangeal angle, the fifth metatarsal head width, lateral deviation angle, fifth metatarsal length, medial displacement, and elevation), clinician-reported scores (AOFAS score, visual analog scale [VAS]) and patient-reported outcomes measure (Foot and Ankle Ability Measure [FAAM] activities of daily living [ADL], FAAM sports, Manchester-Oxford Foot Questionnaire [MOXFQ], and patient satisfaction survey) were included in the analysis. The time to bone union was also assessed. RESULTS: The average 4-to-5 intermetatarsal angle improved from 11.1 degrees preoperatively to 4.5 degrees postoperatively (P < .001), whereas the average fifth metatarsophalangeal angle improved from 15.7 degrees preoperatively to 4.8 degrees postoperatively (P < .001). The lateral deviation angle was found to be 2.2 degrees. The fifth metatarsal length decreased from 66.6 to 64.3 mm postoperatively. The average initial medial displacement was 4.67 mm preoperatively and 4.54 mm at final follow-up. The elevation of the fifth metatarsal head was 1.08 mm. The American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society score improved from 54.3 ± 20.86 points preoperatively to 93.4 ± 17.3 (P < .001). VAS score decreased from 7.9 to 0.7 (P < .001). Also, FAAM ALD, FAAM Sport, and MOXFQ showed statistically significant differences (P < .001) between preoperative and postoperative periods. Patients found the procedure excellent in 89.1% of cases, very good in 5.4%, and good in 5.4%. Bone union was obtained at 8.1 weeks. CONCLUSION: The most important finding of the present study is that S-DMMO showed improvement in function and pain associated with a high satisfaction rate. Also, we found substantial capacity to correct deformities and a low incidence of complications. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level IV, case series.

Modified Bösch Osteotomy Combined With a Percutaneous Adductor Tendon Release for the Treatment of Hallux Valgus Deformity: Learning Curve.

PURPOSE: The expression "learning curve" indicates the relation between the time needed to learn a new technique and the technique-related outcome. Percutaneous surgery (also called "minimally invasive surgery") has experienced sustained and respectable growth, especially in forefoot deformities. The main purpose was to assess the number of feet necessary to become skilled in a specific minimally invasive surgery (MIS) procedure. METHODS: From January 2015 to June 2018, 46 consecutive patients were evaluated and included in the study. Patients were divided into 2 groups according to the surgery period: first 30 feet (Group 1), and subsequent 30 feet (Group 2) from the whole population evaluated. Age, body mass index, and operative time were evaluated. Hallux valgus angle and the 1 to 2 intermetatarsal angle were also measured. Patients were assessed according to the American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) forefoot scale, the Foot and Ankle Ability Measure activities of daily living (FAAM ADL) subscale and the visual analog scale (VAS). RESULTS: The comparison of the 2 groups showed statistically significant differences in hallux valgus angle (HVA) but not in intermetatarsal angle (IMA). The mean improvement between pre- and postoperative FAAM ADL, VAS, and AOFAS score in Group 1 were 12.83, 3.93, and 24.77 points, respectively. In Group 2, the mean improvement between pre- and postoperative FAAM ADL, VAS, and AOFAS scores were 15.19, 4.3, and 24.5 points, respectively. The differences between groups in FAAM ADL score was statistically significant (P = 0.0364). Group 1 showed a global complication rate of 16.67% (n = 5) while group 2 showed 3,3% (n = 1). CONCLUSION: After the first 30 cases, radiographic, clinical, and functional outcomes substantially improved, and the level of the perioperative complications decreased. The results suggest that the learning curve plateau for performing a percutaneous subcapital osteotomy can be reached after 30 surgeries. LEVELS OF EVIDENCE: Level III.

Percutaneous, intra-articular, chevron osteotomy (PeICO) for the treatment of mild-to-moderate hallux valgus: a case series.

PURPOSE: Treatment for hallux valgus (HV) remains challenging. Third-generation percutaneous procedures try to reproduce chevron-type osteotomies to replicate their benefits, such as intrinsic stability and reproducibility. We report the first results using a percutaneous, intra-articular, chevron osteotomy (PeICO) technique that mimics the classic intra-articular open chevron procedure, associated with a percutaneous adductor tendon release (PATR) for the treatment of mild-to-moderate HV. METHODS: From May 2015 to October 2018, a total of consecutive 114 feet (74 patients) were included. Primary outcome measures included radiographic (hallux valgus and intermetatarsal angles) and clinical parameters such as visual analog scale (VAS), FAAM Activities of Daily Living (ADL), and FAAM Sport, AOFAS Score, and MOXFQ, preoperatively and at final follow-up (Minimum 18 months). A patient satisfaction survey was also performed. Pronation and length of the first metatarsal were also assessed. Secondary outcomes included fluoroscopic time, length of surgery, complications, recurrence, and re-operation rates. RESULTS: At 24.09 months on average, the AOFAS score improved from 52.1 points preoperatively to 91.1 (p < 0.001) at the latest follow-up. VAS decreased from 6.3 to 1. Also, FAAM ALD, FAAM Sport, and MOXFQ showed statistically significant differences (p < 0.001) when comparing pre-operative and post-operative periods. Patients found the procedure to be excellent in 82% and very good in 13.5% of cases. Our global complication and re-operation rates were 5.26% and 3.5% (screw removal), respectively. CONCLUSION: PeICO combined with PATR proved to be a safe, reliable, and effective technique for the correction of mild-to-moderate HV deformity.

Cryptococcus neoformans osteomyelitis of the calcaneus: Case report and literature review.

Cryptococcus neoformans is an encapsulated, yeast-like fungus that can cause a systemic mycosis, particularly in immunocompromised patients. Disseminated infections typically affect the central nervous system, and osseous lesions are infrequent. Only 5%-10% of disseminated cryptococcosis involves bones. A 69-year-old female presented pain, swelling, and a soft tissue mass in her right lateral hindfoot. Her medical history included a kidney transplant (10 years earlier) secondary to chronic disease due to IgA nephropathy. The patient underwent an excisional biopsy, surgical debridement, and secondarily negative pressure wound therapy to achieve skin closure. Biopsy revealed a rare Cryptococcus neoformans osteomyelitis of the calcaneus. The patient then received IV treatment with liposomal amphotericin B at 3 mg/kg/d for 25 days. In conclusion, we present a case of cryptococcal osteomyelitis which, although not a frequent disease, must be considered as one of the differential diagnoses of osteolytic osseous lesions in patients with chronic osteomyelitis. Cryptococcus neoformans may be a potential cause of below-knee infection, mainly in immunocompromised patients.

Comparison of two forced-air warming devices during foot and ankle surgery: a randomised controlled trial.

Inadvertent perioperative hypothermia is a frequent problem associated with surgical patients which can have significant consequences during surgery and in the immediate postoperative period. We compared 35 randomised patients using over vs. under body forced air heating. There were no statistically significant differences between some demographic and surgical parameters such as: age, weight, height, body mass index, length of anaesthesia and operation. Statistically significant differences were found between the patient's admission to the operating room and 30 minutes and the end of the procedure on the under body patients group. This study analyses a uniform population of patients (Foot and Ankle Surgery) previously not studied and supports the use of under body blankets.

Patient-specific three-dimensional printed hemi talar prostheses for the treatment of talar osteonecrosis, case report and literature review.

We present the case of a 43-year-old boy who presented with progressive pain as a result of history of lateral avascular necrosis of the talus secondary to traumatic open ankle luxation 20 years ago. Conservative treatment (12-month period) prior to surgery failed. It consisted of physiokinetic treatment, insoles and analgesic medication. A diagnostic injection was used in the ankle (positive) and subtalar joint (negative) in order to recognize origin of pain. Hemilateral avascular necrosis of the talus is rare. There are no prior reported cases of the use of hemi-implants. This case highlights the potential use of a patient-specific three-dimensional printed Ti6Al4V prosthesis presented in a complex scenario.

Anatomical Study of Minimally Invasive Lateral Release Techniques for Hallux Valgus Treatment.

BACKGROUND: Lateral release (LR) for the treatment of hallux valgus is a routinely performed technique, either by means of open or minimally invasive (MI) surgery. Despite this, there is no available evidence of the efficacy and safety of MI lateral release. Our aim was to study 2 popular techniques for MI LR in cadavers by subsequently dissecting the released anatomical structures. METHODS: Twenty-two cadaveric feet were included in the study and allocated into 2 groups, 1 for each procedure: 1 group underwent a MI adductor tendon release (AR), and in the other group, an extensive percutaneous lateral release (EPLR) (adductor tendon, suspensory ligament, phalanx-sesamoid ligament, lateral head of flexor hallucis brevis, and deep transverse metatarsal ligament) was performed. Anatomical dissection was performed to identify neurovascular injuries and to verify the released structures. RESULTS: Both techniques demonstrated to be effective in reproducing a MI LR. A satisfactory release of the adductor tendon was achieved equally in both techniques (P = .85), being partial in most EPLR cases and full in the majority of AR cases. The EPLR was successful in releasing the intended additional structures (P < .05). One case of inadvertent complete section of the flexor hallucis longus was identified in the percutaneous adductor tendon release group. No cases of dorsolateral nerve injury were seen with either of the techniques. CONCLUSION: Percutaneous lateral release was a reliable and accurate technique in this cadaveric model. The MI AR proved to be more effective in fully releasing the adductor tendon while the ER was intended and able to release a number of other structures. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: MI LR is a safe procedure that could obviate the need for open surgery to achieve the same surgical goal. It can be associated to either open or MI osteotomies in the correction of hallux valgus.

Evolution of Minimally Invasive Surgery in Hallux Valgus.

Minimally invasive (MIS) or percutaneous surgery has evolved rapidly through the development of novel techniques with precise description, correct indications, and the incorporation of modifications of safe and effective techniques described in open surgery. The correct term to describe these procedures should be percutaneous and MIS should be reserved for procedures between percutaneous and open surgery (eg, osteosynthesis). According to results, third-generation techniques are useful, effective, and easier than open procedures. It seems that MIS surgery has an extensive learning curve, and therefore it may be difficult to duplicate the results shown on already-published data.

Percutaneous, Intra-articular, Chevron Osteotomy (PeICO) for the Treatment of Hallux Valgus: A Cadaveric Study.

BACKGROUND: Percutaneous surgery is experiencing sustained growth based on third-generation techniques. This cadaveric study was designed with the main goal of exploring the risk of iatrogenic tendon and neurovascular lesions and defining the safe zones in a percutaneous, intra-articular, chevron osteotomy (PeICO) procedure, as well as assessing the accuracy of the osteotomy itself. METHODS: Eight feet from below-knee fresh-frozen specimens were selected. After the procedure, the specimens were dissected, and structures were inspected for damage. RESULTS: The results of the safety measurements were as follows: (1) distance between portal 1 (P1) and the lateral border of the extensor hallucis longus (EHL) tendon: average 17.6 mm (range 12.7-21.3); (2) distance between P1 and the dorsomedial digital nerve (DMDN): average 7.2 mm (range 1.6-10.4); (3) distance between P1 and the metatarsophalangeal joint: average 15.7 mm (range 9.4-20.5); distance between portal 2 (P2), or the osteosynthesis portal, and the metatarsophalangeal joint: average 25.5 mm (range 22-30.4); distance between P2 and the lateral border of the EHL tendon: average 12.7 mm (range 8-16.7); and distance between P2 and the DMDN: average 4.1 mm (range 1.7-8.2). There were no iatrogenic injuries. The osteotomy angulation in the sagittal plane (reproducibility) average was 85.6 degrees. CONCLUSION: There were no iatrogenic injuries on this cadaveric study of PeICO. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: This study will help orthopedic surgeons understand the risks of performing percutaneous surgery by mimicking an accepted open technique (chevron).

Presentación inusual de una fractura-luxación peritalar / Unusual presentation of a peritalar fracture dislocation

Una luxación peritalar implica la ruptura simultánea de las articulaciones talocalcánea y talonavicular. Es relativamente poco frecuente y representa aproximadamente del 1% al 1,5% de todas las lesiones traumáticas del pie. La luxación medial es la más frecuente (alrededor del 80% de los casos comunicados). Las luxaciones peritalares laterales son menos frecuentes (17%) y las posteriores (2,5%) y anteriores son raras (1%). Aproximadamente el 55% del subtipo medial y el 72% del subtipo lateral se asocian con fracturas. Se presenta el caso de una mujer de 36 años que sufrió un traumatismo indirecto practicando kitesurf al caerse de la tabla tratando de evitar un accidente. Sufrió una luxación peritalar lateral con fracturas de escafoides tarsiano, calcáneo y peroné asociadas. A los tres días, se intentó una reducción cerrada y a los seis días, se realizó la cirugía. Se recomienda un diagnóstico precoz de las luxaciones peritalares y un rápido reconocimiento de las fracturas asociadas e infrecuentes, con el fin de evitar complicaciones frecuentes. Nivel de Evidencia: IV

A peritalar dislocation involves simultaneous disruption of the talocalcaneal and talonavicular joints. It is relatively uncommon and account for approximately 1% to 1.5% of all traumatic foot injuries. Medial dislocation is the most frequent type accounting for approximately 80% of reported cases. Lateral peritalar dislocations are less common (17%), and posterior (2.5%) and anterior dislocations are rare (1%). Approximately 55% of medial and 72% of lateral subtypes are associated with fractures. We report the case of a 36-year-old woman who suffered an indirect traumatism during kitesurf practice, after falling from the kite-board trying to avoid an accident. She presented a lateral peritalar dislocation with associated navicular, calcaneal and fibular fractures. A closed reduction was attempted three days from trauma. Six days after the lesion, surgery was performed. We recommend an early diagnosis of peritalar dislocations and a correct recognition of infrequent fractures to avoid usual complications. Level of Evidence: IV

[Calciphylaxis]. / Calcifilaxis.

Calciphylaxis is vasculopathy characterized by ischemia and painful skin necrosis due to calcification and intimal fibroplasia of thrombosis of the panicular arterioles. It most frequently compromises patients with terminal chronic renal failure and has a high mortality rate. Biopsy of skin lesions is used as a diagnostic method. No specific laboratory findings have been recorded. Skin lesions usually begin in the extremities like a painful purplish mottling similar to "livedo reticularis". The natural evolution is to ulcers and bedsores. The first line of treatment involves the care of skin lesions and antibiotic therapy. Sodium thiosulfate is used as treatment due to its antioxidant activity and as a chelating. Two clinical cases are here reported.

Calcifilaxis / Calciphylaxis

La calcifilaxis es una vasculopatía caracterizada por isquemia y necrosis cutánea dolorosa debida a calcificación, fibroplastia de la íntima y trombosis de las arteriolas paniculares. Compromete más frecuentemente a pacientes con insuficiencia renal crónica terminal y tiene muy elevada mortalidad. La biopsia de las lesiones cutáneas se utiliza como método diagnóstico. No se han registrado hallazgos específicos de laboratorio. Las lesiones cutáneas generalmente comienzan en las extremidades a modo de moteado violáceo doloroso similar al livedo reticularis. La evolución natural es hacia úlceras y escaras. La primera línea de tratamiento consiste en el cuidado de las lesiones cutáneas y antibioticoterapia. El tiosulfato sódico se utiliza como tratamiento debido a su actividad como antioxidante y quelante. Se presentan dos casos clínicos.

Calciphylaxis is vasculopathy characterized by ischemia and painful skin necrosis due to calcification and intimal fibroplasia of thrombosis of the panicular arterioles. It most frequently compromises patients with terminal chronic renal failure and has a high mortality rate. Biopsy of skin lesions is used as a diagnostic method. No specific laboratory findings have been recorded. Skin lesions usually begin in the extremities like a painful purplish mottling similar to "livedo reticularis". The natural evolution is to ulcers and bedsores. The first line of treatment involves the care of skin lesions and antibiotic therapy. Sodium thiosulfate is used as treatment due to its antioxidant activity and as a chelating. Two clinical cases are here reported.

Osteotomía en tejadillo (Chevron) con técnica mínimamente invasiva en la región distal del primer metatarsiano: Evaluación radiológica / First metatarsal Chevron osteotomy with minimally invasive surgery. Radiological evaluation

Introducción: El objetivo de este estudio fue analizar los resultados radiológicos de una osteotomía en tejadillo (Chevron) del primer metatarsiano, con técnica mínimamente invasiva, en una población uniforme de pacientes (hallux valgus moderado). Materiales y Métodos: Entre octubre de 2013 y noviembre de 2014, se trató el hallux valgus mediante una osteotomía en tejadillo (Chevron) del primer metatarsiano con técnica mínimamente invasiva, en 24 pies correspondientes a 21 pacientes, todos con diagnóstico de hallux valgus moderado. Resultados: El ángulo intermetatarsiano preoperatorio promedio entre el primero y el segundo metatarsiano fue de 12,46° (rango 11-15°; desviación estándar 1,03). En el posoperatorio, se obtuvo un valor promedio de 8,13° (rango 5-10°; desviación estándar 1,16). La corrección angular promedio fue de 4,33°. El ángulo de hallux valgus preoperatorio promedio fue de 33,96° (rango 20-40°; desviación estándar 4,93). En el posoperatorio, el ángulo metatarsofalángico promedio fue de 8,16° (rango 3-15°; desviación estándar 2,86). La mejoría promedio del ángulo metatarsofalángico fue de 25,86°. Conclusiones: La corrección radiológica obtenida mediante la técnica mínimamente invasiva de la osteotomía en tejadillo confirma que es un procedimiento seguro y eficaz para el tratamiento del hallux valgus moderado, con correcciones angulares satisfactorias a mediano plazo. Este procedimiento remeda, de manera fidedigna, la técnica quirúrgica abierta con todos sus beneficios conocidos y no se encontró un estudio equivalente en la bibliografía. Nivel de Evidencia: IV

Introduction: The aim of this study was to analyze the radiological results of a roof (Chevron) osteotomy with a minimally invasive surgery technique of the first metatarsal in a uniform population of patients with moderate hallux valgus. Methods: Between October 2013 and November 2014, the hallux valgus was treated with a roof (Chevron) osteotomy using a minimally invasive technique of the first metatarsal in 24 feet of 21patients. All had a diagnosis of moderate hallux valgus. Results: The mean preoperative intermetatarsal angle between M1 and M2 was 12.46° (range: 11-15°, SD 1.03). Postoperatively, the mean intermetatarsal angle was 8.13° (range: 5-10°; SD 1.16), with an average angular correction of 4.33°. The mean hallux valgus angle was 33.96° (range: 20-40°; SD 4.93) before surgery and the average postoperative metatarsal-phalangeal angle was 8.16° (range: 3-15°, SD 2.86), thus improving an average of 25.86°. Conclusions: Radiological results with the minimally invasive technique (Chevron osteotomy) confirm that this procedure is safe and effective for the treatment of moderate hallux valgus, with mid-term satisfactory angular correction. This method reliably mimics the open Chevron surgical technique retaining all its known benefits. To our knowledge, no equivalent study was found in the literature. Level of Evidence: IV

Minimally Invasive Medial Plating of Low-Energy Lisfranc Injuries: Preliminary Experience with Five Cases.

Fracture dislocations involving the Lisfranc joint are rare; they represent only 0.2% of all the fractures. There is no consensus about the surgical management of these lesions in the medical literature. However, both anatomical reduction and tarsometatarsal stabilization are essential for a good outcome. In this clinical study, five consecutive patients with a diagnosis of Lisfranc low-energy lesion were treated with a novel surgical technique characterized by minimal osteosynthesis performed through a minimally invasive approach. According to the radiological criteria established, the joint reduction was anatomical in four patients, almost anatomical in one patient (#4), and nonanatomical in none of the patients. At the final follow-up, the AOFAS score for the midfoot was 96 points (range, 95-100). The mean score according to the VAS (Visual Analog Scale) at the end of the follow-up period was 1.4 points over 10 (range, 0-3). The surgical technique described in this clinical study is characterized by the use of implants with the utilization of a novel approach to reduce joint and soft tissue damage. We performed a closed reduction and minimally invasive stabilization with a bridge plate and a screw after achieving a closed anatomical reduction.