Der Unfallchirurg
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Clinical Trial
[Corrective osteosynthesis of proximal humeral fractures : Technique and prospective results].
Fracture sequelae of proximal humeral fractures arise following nonoperative and operative forms of treatment. Due to a painful restricted range of motion, in most cases shoulder prostheses are implanted. There is a need for joint-preserving alternatives especially for younger patients. ⋯ Corrective osteosynthesis of fracture sequelae (Boileau types II-IV) of proximal humeral fractures appears to be a good alternative to implantation of shoulder prostheses, especially in younger patients (< 60 years of age).
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A 44-year-old man sustained a high-pressure injection injury of the left index finger with hot hydraulic oil in an occupational accident. On presentation to the occupational physician 4 h later the wound was irrigated and cleaned. At this time X-ray diagnostics, wound revision, administration of antibiotics and immobilization were not performed. ⋯ An emergency surgical wound revision had already been indicated at the first presentation and the revision procedures would have been less extensive and it was highly probability that surgical fusion of the distal interphalangeal joint could have been avoided. The arbitration furthermore concluded that iatrogenic maltreatment led to a phlegmon of the flexor tendon with the need for subsequent revision operations including surgical fusion of the distal interphalangeal joint which resulted in an affected grip control. The delay in surgical treatment must be considered as the reason for the much worse initial situation that finally led to the functional impairment of the left index finger.
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Displaced fractures of the acetabulum involving the quadrilateral plate continue to be a surgical challenge. In this study, we describe our operation technique of auxiliary acetabular cerclage-wiring combined with plate osteosynthesis and present our results as well as short-term outcome. ⋯ Auxiliary acetabular cerclage-wiring is a safe and effective method for fracture reduction and retention especially in displaced acetabular fractures involving the quadrilateral plate.
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Internal fracture fixation represents a widespread concept for the treatment of fractures. As the number of implants increases, person tracking may be possible. In spring 2010 near Rostock (Germany), human remains including a stainless steel nail were found. ⋯ Equipped with the actual patient's identity, out of academic interest a survey of clinical documents such as discharge letters and operative reports was performed, but was inconclusive. Although technically feasible, tracking the patient in this case based on the implant product number itself was unsuccessful. In this case report, the feasibility, validity and efficiency of this option are presented and discussed.
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Femoral shaft fractures in children are a common injury. Operative treatment is recommended for children above 3 years of age. The question of this investigation was the current clinical standard for the treatment of femoral shaft fractures in children under 3 years old. ⋯ Obviously, operative treatment of femoral shaft fractures in children younger than 3 years is routinely used despite the fact that there is no evidential basis for this approach. There are good arguments for and against operative and conservative forms of treatment. Indications for operative treatment include multiple trauma, open fractures, body weight over 20 kg, child already free walking and lack of stable fixation with conservative treatment. To achieve more evidence for the existing recommendation of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) and the Arbeitsgemeinschaft der Wissenschaftlichen Medizinischen Fachgesellschaften (AWMF, Working Group of the Scientific Medical Specialist Societies), further investigations are needed.