Eur J Trauma Emerg S
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Eur J Trauma Emerg S · Feb 2008
Osteosynthesis of Proximal Humeral Fractures with the Fixed Angle PHILOS-plate.
In a retrospective study we analyzed the functional and radiological outcome of 30 proximal humeral fractures, treated by PHILOS-plate, a fixed-angle device. Two of them were characterized as type Neer III, 14 as type Neer IV, 5 as type Neer V and 9 as type Neer VI. There were 2 2-part, 16 3-part and 12 4-part fractures. ⋯ The average time to union was 75 days. Fixation with PHILOS-plate is an adequate treatment for displaced 2- to 4-part fractures. Even in dislocated or 4-part fractures or in patients over 65 years good to excellent results were seen in the majority of cases.
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The need for surgical decompression for abdominal compartment syndrome is becoming more frequent in patients with severe acute pancreatitis, especially in association with massive fluid resuscitation at the early stages of the disease. Decompression can be achieved with either a full-thickness laparostomy that can be performed through a vertical midline or transverse subcostal incision, or by performing a subcutaneous linea alba fasciotomy. Following a fullthickness laparostomy the open abdomen can be best managed with some form of negative abdominal pressure dressing. ⋯ After a maturation period of 9-12 months definitive repair of the abdominal wall defect is performed utilizing the components separation technique, mesh repair, or a pedicular or microvascular tensor facia lata flap. Knowledge of the available decompression and reconstruction options is essential for individualized management of patients with severe acute pancreatitis and abdominal compartment syndrome. More research and comparative studies are needed to determine the most successful methods to be used.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg S · Feb 2008
Bilateral Avulsion Fractures of the Tibial Tuberosity: A Double Case for Open Reduction and Fixation.
Tibial tuberosity fractures are rare and occur mainly in adolescent males during vigorous quadriceps contraction. So far, only ten simultaneous bilateral fractures have been reported. We report the case of a 16-year-old male who avulsed both tibial tuberosities when he landed on his feet after a gymnastics routine. ⋯ He underwent bilateral open reduction and screw fixation with a good functional result after 3 months. While closed reduction and percutaneous fixation has been proposed by some, the intraoperative findings in our patient would have prevented correct adaptation of the fragments because of a flap of periosteum impinged in both fracture gaps. This case emphasizes that minimally invasive techniques may sometimes be inappropriate in the management of these types of fractures.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg S · Feb 2008
K-wire Arthrodesis and Coracoclavicular Augmentation of Complete Acromioclavicular Separations: Functional and Subjective Results.
In recent years, there has been a trend from operative to conservative management of complete acromioclavicular separations. Despite this, surgical treatment is still recommended to manual workers and athletes, who account for a large part of the patients. The objective of this study was to evaluate the functional outcome of type III separations according to Tossy managed by temporary arthrodesis of the acromioclavicular joint combined with coracoclavicular augmentation. Special attention was paid to sport exercising patients. ⋯ Surgical treatment of complete acromioclavicular separations by temporary arthrodesis with two k-wires and coracoclavicualar PDS-augmentation results in good to excellent function. It is associated with a low complication rate and a high patient contentedness. Particularly for athletes in non-contact sports this surgical technique can still be recommended.
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Eur J Trauma Emerg S · Feb 2008
Anterior Dislocation of the Hip Associated with an Actebular Fracture: Case Report.
Anterior hip joint dislocation is less common than posterior dislocation. Although fractures of the acetabulum can occur in anterior hip dislocations, they are infrequently. ⋯ The patient underwent open reduction and internal fixation since the hip joint was result unstable and the CT scan showed the presence of a bone fragment of the anterior acetabular wall. At 2-year follow-up, the clinical and radiological results are excellent.