• Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
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• 제8권2호
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• pp.97-104
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• 2005

Purpose: To report the results of surgical treatment of comminuted fractures of distal humerus and to identify factors that affect the results. Materials and Methods: Thirty-two patients who were treated with open reduction and internal fixation for comminuted fracture of distal humerus were enrolled. According to the AO classification, A2.3 was 1 case, A3.2, 2 cases, A3.3, 8 cases, B1.3, 1 case, B2.3, 1 case, C2.2, 5 cases, C2.3, 4 cases, C3.2, 3 cases and C3.3, 7 cases. As fixation technique, 17 cases were fixed by double plates, 4 cases by only K-wires, 4 cases by only screws, 3 cases by K-wires and screws and 4 cases by one plate and screws. The mean age at the time of the operation was 49 years(range, $19{\sim}77$ years). The mean follow-up period was 16 months(range, $8{\sim}51$ months). Results: At the last follow-up, the mean maximum flexion was $116.4^{\circ}\;(range,\;85{\sim}140^{\circ})$ and the mean loss of terminal extension was $11.8^{\circ}\;(range,\;0{\sim}40^{\circ})$. The average Mayo elbow performance score was $91.4^{\circ}\;(range,\;55{\sim}100^{\circ})$. Overall 29 cases(91%) showed good to excellent results. The mean range of motion of extraarticular and intraarticular fracture group was $105.5^{\circ}\;(range,\;65{\sim}140^{\circ})$ and $104^{\circ}\;(range,\;55{\sim}140^{\circ})$, respectively. The average elbow score of both groups was$93^{\circ}\;(range,\;70{\sim}100^{\circ})$ and $90.7^{\circ}\;(range,\;55{\sim}100^{\circ})$. Over 90% showed more than good results. 30 cases(94%) showed complete bony union but two cases, nonunion. One case of the nonunion cases underwent replating with bone graft as revision surgery and total elbow arthroplasty was performed in the other case. At the last follow-up, 27 patients(84.4%) showed subjective satisfaction. Conclusion: Open reduction and internal fixation with appropriate surgical technique for comminuted fractures of distal humerus showed good results, which were not affected by age at the time of operation, fixation methods and anterior transposition of the ulnar nerve. Transolecranon approach may be considered as good choice for intraarticular comminuted fractures of distal humerus.

• Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
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• 제20권4호
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• pp.236-239
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• 2017

After dual plating with a locking compression plate for comminuted intraarticular fractures of the distal humerus, the incidence of ulnar nerve injury after surgery has been reported to be up to 38%. This can be reduced by an anterior transposition of the ulnar nerve but some surgeons believe that extensive handling of the nerve with transposition can increase the risk of an ulnar nerve dysfunction. This paper reports ulnar nerve injuries caused by the incomplete insertion of a screw head in dual plating without an anterior ulnar nerve transposition for AO/OTA type C2 distal humerus fractures. When an anatomical locking plate is applied to a distal humeral fracture, locking screws around the ulnar nerve should be inserted fully without protrusion of the screw because an incompletely inserted screw can cause irritation or injury to the ulnar nerve because the screw head in the locking system usually has a slightly sharp edge because screw head has threads. If the change in insertion angle and resulting protruded head of the screw are unavoidable for firm fixation of fracture, the anterior transposition of the ulnar nerve is recommended over a soft tissue shield.

• Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
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• 제18권2호
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• pp.105-112
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• 2015

In orthopedic trauma surgery, treatment of intraarticular distal humerus fractures is a challenge. With development of implants and biomechanical studies, surgical strategies with recommendations including preoperative computed tomography images, proper approaches and open reduction and internal fixation with dual plates have emerged. In addition, as an effort to provide stable fixation to permit early elbow motion, different methods of internal fixation, particularly plate configuration, have evolved. Using dual plates, either oriented parallel to each other or orthogonal, stable fixation has been achieved and satisfactory clinical outcomes have been reported. With rationales and advantages/disadvantages of each plate configuration, both techniques are selected according to surgeons' preference, and, in specific cases, one could be preferred over another. The key to successful fixation by either technique is obtaining anatomical reduction with restoration of two stable columns of the distal humerus.

• Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
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• 제9권1호
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• pp.14-19
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• 2006

The patient with a posttraumatic stiffness frequently has a history of prolonged immobilization after a traumatic event. Adhesions in the extraarticular humeroscapular motion interface may be present independently or in combination with intraarticular capsular contractures. A through history and physical examination usually reveal the cause and anatomic location of stiffness. Passive stretching exercise program is effective as a first line treatment, but manipulation under anesthesia is usually not effective because of potential complication such as fracture, tendon rupture and neurologic injury. The humeroscapular motion interface adhesion can be released either open or arthroscopically. The combined technique coupled with an aggressive rehabilitation program can provide more effective motion restoration and pain relief.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제7권2호
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• pp.238-249
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• 2003

Purpose: To report the clinical result of the intraarticular calcaneus fracture after open reduction and internal fixation with plate by lateral approach. Materials and Methods: Thirty-six calcaneal fractures of 33 patients(29 men and 4 women) were treated by open reduction and internal fixation using an lateral approach from March, 1997 to May, 2002 and were followed more than one year. The autogenous iliac bone graft was done in 2 cases but the others didn't. Radiographically B?hler angle and Gissane angle on simple lateral radiograph were measured and in the 15 cases, the step-off(gap) of posterior facet joint on post-operative CT images were followed. The Salama method was used for evaluation of clinical results. Results: According to Sanders classification, 19 cases of the 36 cases were classified as type II. Type III fracture were found in 12 cases and type IV in 5 cases. The following results were obtained: twenty-two cases(61.1%) out of 36 cases were estimated as good or excellent. The good results or more were obtained in 15 cases(78.9%) in type II and 7 cases(58.3%) in type ill, but no case in type IV. B?hler angles were improved from preoperative average 1.6?to postoperative average 23.4?, Gissane angle was improved from preoperative 107.2?to postoperative 122.8?, respectively. Among 36 cases, Computed tomography was carried out in 15 cases. The postoperative step-off (gap) of posterior facet joint on computed tomography was filled with cancellous bone. Satifactory results was obtained in 7 cases with 2mm gap or less and in 6 cases of 2-5mm. There were no satifactory results in 2 cases with 5mm gap or more. Conclusion: Open reduction and internal fixation for intra-articular fracture of calcaneus was thought to be a good treatment modality. It is thought that the lateral approach is one of the good one for surgical treatment, and that accurate reduction of the posterior facet, acceptable recovery of B?hler angle are more important to obtain best results.

• Journal of the Korean Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons
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• 제27권4호
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• pp.308-313
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• 2001

The purpose of this study is to validate the potential etiologic factors for temporomandibular disorder(TMD). TMJ arthroscopic examination was performed in upper joint compartment of 32 joints from 20 patients with mandibular fractures. Synovial fluid was collected from the upper joint space during pumping manipulation with normal saline. Cytologic smearing and histomorphologic exam of synovial fluid were performed in 15 joints. Prostaglandin $E_2(PGE_2)$ concentration was measured in 11 joints. Leukotriene $B_4(LTB_4)$ concentration was measured in 8 joints. There were several arthroscopic variables such as ecchymosis, fibrillation, and adhesion. Histomorphologic exam showed a variety of findings such as bloody smears, cellular cluster, degenerated cells and cartilage, undifferentiated crystal. Mean $PGE_2$ concentrations were 316.5 pg/ml. Mean LTB4 concentrations were 45.9pg/ml. This study demonstrated a variety of findings on inflammatory and degenerative changes of TMJ. Because acute trauma such as mandibular fracture is a major etiologic factor in cartilage degradation and biochemical and intraarticular pathology, clinicians must identify and address TMJ signs and symptoms during follow-up periods in the long term.

• Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
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• 제27권1호
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• pp.72-78
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• 2024

Background: Clinical outcomes after fixation of distal humerus intraarticular fractures are directly related to the quality of reduction. The use of three-dimensional (3D)-printed fracture models can benefit preoperative planning to ensure good reduction. This review aims to determine if surgery performed with 3D printing assistance are faster and result in fewer complications and improved clinical outcomes than conventional methods. We also outline the benefits and drawbacks of this novel technique in surgical management of distal humerus fractures. Methods: A systematic literature search was carried out in various electronic databases. Search results were screened based on title and abstract. Data from eligible studies were extracted into spreadsheets. Meta-analysis was performed using appropriate computer software. Results: Three randomized controlled trials with 144 cases were included in the final analysis. The 3D-printed group had significantly shorter mean operating time (mean difference, 16.25 minutes; 95% confidence interval [CI], 12.74-19.76 minutes; P<0.001) and mean intraoperative blood loss (30.40 mL; 95% CI, 10.45-60.36 mL; P=0.005) compared with the conventional group. The 3D-printed group also tended to have fewer complications and a better likelihood of good or excellent outcomes as per the Mayo elbow performance score, but this did not reach statistical significance. Conclusions: Three-dimensional-printing-assisted surgery in distal humerus fractures has several benefits in reduced operating time and lower blood loss, indirectly decreasing other complications such as infection and anemia-related issues. Future good-quality studies are required to conclusively demonstrate the benefits of 3D printing in improving clinical outcomes.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제1권2호
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• pp.102-111
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• 1997

저자들은 1993년 9월부터 1996년 5월까지 본원 정형외과에 입원하여 Pilon 골절로 치료받고 1년 이상 추시 가능하였던 19례(18명)를 대상으로 다음과 같은 결론을 얻었다. 1. Ovadia와 Beals의 분류상 제1형이 2례, 제2형이 3례, 제3형이 10례, 제4형이 1례, 제5형이 3례였고, 제3형이 53%로 가장 많았으며, 교통사고와 추락손상 등 고에너지 손상에 의한 골절이 16례로 전체의 약 84%를 차지하였다. 2. 손상의 정도가 비교적 적은 제1형과 제2형에서는 모두 양호 이상의 임상결과를 나타내었으며, 제4형과 5형에서는 손상의 정도가 심하고 이로인한 정확한 정복의 어려움으로 인해 보통 이하의 성적을 나타내었다. 3. 합병증은 외상후 관절염이 6례로 가장 많았으며 손상정도가 심한 3형 이상에서 정확한 정복이 이루어지지 않은 경우에 발생하였으며, 방사선학적 평가가 보통이하였던 제3형 3례에서 부정 유합이 발생하였으나 임상결과와의 연관성은 없었다. 4. 저자들은 제한된 관혈적 정복 및 내고정술로 연부조직의 합병증을 현격히 줄일 수 있었으며, 손상의 정도가 적고 정확한 정복이 가능한 경우, Pilon 골절의 좋은 치료 술식의 하나라고 사료된다.

• 대한관절경학회지
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• 제4권1호
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• pp.42-48
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• 2000

목적 : 수술후 발생한 슬관절 강직 환자에 있어서 관절경적 슬관절 유리술의 결과와 결과에 영향을 미치는 예후 인자에 대하여 살펴 보고자 하였다. 대상 및 방법 : 본 논문은 슬관절 주위 골절 및 인대 수술후 발생한 슬관절 강직 환자중 관절경적 슬관절 유리술을 시행받은 31례의 환자를 대상으로 하였다. 관절경적 슬관절 유리술은 3개월 이상의 적극적인 물리 치료에도 불구하고 술후 슬관절 운동 범위에 호전이 없거나 기능 제한이 있었던 경우에 시행하였다. 관절 강직의 선행 요인으로 인대 수술이 17례로 가장 많았으며 슬관절 주위의 관절면을 침범한 골절이 10례였고 그 밖의 경우가 4례였다. 결과 : 술전 관절 운동 범위가 평균 60도(14도-74도)에서 수술 직후 평균 120도(7도-127도)였으며 최종 추시 관찰시 129도(3도-132도)였다. 인대 수술후 관절 강직이 유발된 17례의 환자에서는 술전 65도에서 술후 135도로 향상되었고 이는 술후 약 1년간에 걸쳐 서서히 증가되었다. 관절내 골절후 관절 강직이 유발된 군에서는 술전 60도에서 술후 125도로 증가하였고 이는 술후 6개월에 걸쳐 운동 범위가 증가하였다. 또한 이환기간이 7개월 이내인 환자군에서는 관절경적 슬관절 유리술 시행후 관절 운동 범위가 평균 70도 증가하였고 7개월 이상인 군에서는 술후 평균 49도 증가하였다. 결론 : 관절경적 슬관절 유리술은 슬관절 내에서 기인된 관절 강직의 치료에 효과적이며 특히 인대 수술후에 유발된 관절 강직이나 증상이 7개월 이내의 관절 강직에서 보다 향상된 결과를 보였다.

• 대한정형외과학회지
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• 제54권6호
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• pp.574-578
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• 2019

급성 견관절 탈구에 동반된 골성 반카르트 병변은 골편과 상완인대의 정확한 해부학적 정복과 안정된 고정이 치료에 필수적이며, 이의 실패는 견관절 재발성 불안정성과 외상 후 관절염을 유발할 수 있다. 반카르트 병변에 큰 뼈 조각 또는 분쇄된 골절 파편이 있는 경우, 관절경 수술 시 제한된 시야와 조작의 어려움으로 큰 골편을 골절 부위에 정확하고 견고하게 고정하는 것이 어렵다. 개방형 시술 시는 골편에 도달하고 고정하기 위하여 광범위한 연부 조직 유리 및 절제가 필요하여 이는 신경과 혈관 합병증, 견갑하건의 약화 및 견관절 강직 등, 외과적 접근법과 관련된 병적 상태를 유발할 수 있다. 저자들은 관절경적 수술이 용이하지 않은 크기의 관절와 골절이 동반한 견관절 전방 탈구 환자에서 골절면에 봉합나사 고정 후 골 터널을 만든 골편에 봉합사를 통과한 후 골편 및 상완인대를 함께 매듭 하여, 해부학적 위치로 안정된 정복을 얻는 수술방법을 보고하고자 한다.