• Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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• 제59권6호
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• pp.647-649
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• 2016

The device for intervertebral assisted motion (DIAM) is a dynamic implant that consists of a silicone bumper enveloped by a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) fiber sack. Silicone and PET were used because of their biological inertness, but repetitive motion of the spine can cause wear on the implant nonetheless. The purpose of this study is to report a case of foreign body reaction (FBR) against a DIAM. A 72-year-old female patient presented with lower back pain and both legs radiating pain. She had undergone DIAM implantation at L4-5 for spinal stenosis 5 years previously. The intervertebral disc space of L4-5, where the DIAM was inserted, had collapsed and degenerative scoliosis had developed due to left-side collapse. MRI showed L3-4 thecal sac compression and left L4-5 foraminal stenosis. The patient underwent removal of the DIAM and instrumented fusion from L3 to L5. During surgery, fluid and granulation tissue were evident around the DIAM. Histopathology showed scattered wear debris from the DIAM causing chronic inflammation due to the resulting FBR. A FBR due to wear debris of a DIAM can induce a hypersensitivity reaction and bone resorption around the implant, causing it to loosen.

• Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
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• 제26권4호
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• pp.343-350
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• 2023

Background: Our purpose was to evaluate a custom reverse total shoulder arthroplasty glenoid baseplate for severe glenoid deficiency, emphasizing the challenges with this approach, including short-term clinical and radiographic outcomes and complications. Methods: This was a single-institution, retrospective series of 29 patients between January 2017 and December 2022 for whom a custom glenoid component was created for extensive glenoid bone loss. Patients were evaluated preoperatively and at intervals for up to 5 years. All received preoperative physical examinations, plain radiographs, and computed tomography (CT). Intra- and postoperative complications are reported. Results: Of 29 patients, delays resulted in only undergoing surgery, and in three of those, the implant did not match the glenoid. For those three, the time from CT scan to implantation averaged 7.6 months (range, 6.1-10.7 months), compared with 5.5 months (range, 2-8.6 months) for those whose implants fit. In patients with at least 2-year follow-up (n=9), no failures occurred. Significant improvements were observed in all patient-reported outcome measures in those nine patients (American Shoulder and Elbow Score, P<0.01; Simple Shoulder Test, P=0.02; Single Assessment Numeric Evaluation, P<0.01; Western Ontario Osteoarthritis of the Shoulder Index, P<0.01). Range of motion improved for forward flexion and abduction (P=0.03 for both) and internal rotation up the back (P=0.02). Pain and satisfaction also improved (P<0.01 for both). Conclusions: Prolonged time (>6 months) from CT scan to device implantation resulted in bone loss that rendered the implants unusable. Satisfactory short-term radiographic and clinical follow-up can be achieved with a well-fitting device. Level of evidence: III.

• Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
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• 제19권3호
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• pp.143-148
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• 2016

Background: The purpose of our study was to evaluate the accuracy of reduction based on postoperative computed tomography (CT) images after arthroscopic stabilization using tightrope system for unstable distal clavicle fracture. Methods: Twelve patients with distal clavicle fracture combined with coracoclavicular (CC) ligament injury (type II, V) who received arthroscopically assisted fixation using a flip button device were evaluated for accuracy of reduction using 3-dimensional postoperative CT scan by measuring the degree of distal clavicular angulation and clavicular shortening. Results: Immediate postoperative plain radiograph confirmed restoration of the CC distance (CCD) in 10 patients. At final follow-up, the CCD remained reduced anatomically on plain radiographs in these patients. All patients showed excessive posterior angulation and shortening compared to the opposite side. The average Constant score recovered to 94.8 at final follow-up. Conclusions: Indirect reduction and arthroscopic subacromial approach with flip button fixation of unstable distal clavicle fractures demonstrated favorable clinical results despite unavoidable posterior angulation of distal clavicle and shortening the total length of clavicle.

• 대한관절경학회지
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• 제6권2호
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• pp.150-155
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• 2002

목적 : 반월상 연골 봉합 수술에서 생체 흡수성 기구를 이용한 방법의 유용성에 대해 알아보고자 하였다. 대상 및 방법 : 1998년부터 생체 흡수성 기구를 이용한 반월상 연골 봉합술을 시행한 후 1년 이상 추시가 가능했던 21예를 대상으로 하였다. 사용된 기구는 Meniscus $Arrow^{\circledR}$(Bionx)와 Meniscal $Fastener^{\circledR}$(Mitek)였으며 전예에서 후각부의 종파열 환자만을 선택하였고, 동측 전방 십자 인대 파열이 있었던 9예는 연골판 봉합과 동시에 재건술을 시행하였다 결과는 Lysholm score로 평가하였다. 결과 : Lysholm score는 전체 술 전 평균 56점에서 술 후 평균 89점으로 향상 되었고, red-red zone 파열군과 red-white zone 파열군 및 각기 다른 기구를 사용한 군 사이에서는 상이한 차이가 없었으나, 전방 십자 인대 파열후 재건술을 동시에 시행한 경우와 수상 후 8주 이전에 수술한 경우에서 결과가 더 좋았다. 결론 : 생체 흡수성 기구를 이용한 방법은 잘 선택된 환자에서 제한적으로 사용할 경우, 특히 전방 십자 인대 재건술을 동시에 시행할 때 유용하리라 사료된다.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제8권1호
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• pp.81-85
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• 2004

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the surgical results of modified $Brostr{\ddot{o}}m$ procedure for chronic lateral ankle instability and to assess whether or not associated injuries may affect postoperative satisfaction. Materials and Methods: Twenty- four patients with chronic lateral ankle instability were evaluated retrospectively from August 1998 to March 2002. Average age was 29.3 years. All patients were performed pre & postoperative ankle anteroposterior and lateral view, stress anterior drawer and varus test using Telos device, MRI and intraoperative arthroscopic evaluations before ligament reconstruction. Results: Of the 24 cases, 23 cases was improved more than average 12 points on AOFAS scales. On modified scales of Hamilton, 3 excellent, 20 good, 1 fair results. On stress view, average 2.2 mm difference was improved on anterior drawer test and average 1.7 degree on varus test. Associated injuries were 8 osteochondral defects, 4 anterior impingements, 2 loose bodies, 2 os subfibulare, 2 os submalleolare and 2 partial ruptures of peroneus brevis. 8 cases with no associated injuries rated excellent or good. Conclusion: The modified $Brostr{\ddot{o}}m$ procedure is believed to be an effective and successful method for chronic lateral ankle instability that didn't respond to conservative treatment. Because associated injuries in chronic lateral ankle instability may affect postoperative satisfaction, appropriate detection and treatment may need for postoperative satisfaction.

• 대한견주관절학회:학술대회논문집
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• 대한견주관절학회 2007년도 제5차 연수강좌
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• pp.189-195
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• 2007

$\cdot$ Difficult & Challenging Fracture $\cdot$ Most Treated Nonoperative $\cdot$ ORIF in Young Patients with Unstable Fractures $\cdot$ Fixed Angles Device is Promising $\cdot$ Prosthetic Arthroplasty in Elderly $\cdot$ Loss of Motion Very Common

• 대한관절경학회지
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• 제3권2호
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• pp.102-108
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• 1999

목 적 : 술 전 장력유지 장치를 사용하지 않고 동종 골-슬개건-골 이식건으로 전방십자인대 재건술을 시행한 후 임상적 결과를 조사하여 보았다. 대상 및 방법 : 동종 골-슬개건-골 이식건을 이용 관절경하에 전방십자인대 재건술을 시행한 환자 중 2년 이상 추시가 가능한 43명, 46례로 주관적, 객관적 지표, Telos stress arthrometer, modified Feagin Scoring System을 이용해 분석하였다. 수술 시 평균 연령은 27세(18~42세), 평균 추시 기간은 41개월(24~79개월)이었다. 동종 골-슬개건-골 이식건은 술 전에 재수분화 시켰으며, 술 전 장력유지 장치를 이용한 장력은 주지 않았고, 관절경하에서 이중터널 방법을 이용하여 이식건을 이식하고, 슬관절 굴곡 및 신연을 통한 이식건의 장력을 주고 간섭 나사못을 사용하여 고정하였다. 결 과 : Lysholm knee score는 술 전 60점에서 84점으로 24점 증가를 보였고, Telos arthrometer를 이용한 전방 스트레스 단순 방사선 사진상 술 전 7.1mm에서 술 후 2.3mm로 향상되었다. 추시 상 슬관절 운동능력은 정상이었고, 신전 시 굴곡 구축은 보이지 않았으며, modified Feagin Scoring System상 양호 이상이 39례(84.7%)이었다. 결 론 : 동종 골-슬개건-골 이식건을 이용한 전방십자인대 재건술의 임상적 결과는 자가 골-슬개건-골 이식건을 이용한 방법에 비해 큰 차이를 보이지 않았으며, 수술 전의 장력유지 장치를 사용하지 않아도 임상적으로 큰 영향이 없었다. 따라서 동종 골-슬개건-골 이식건은 여러 가지 문제점을 지닌 자가 골-슬개건-골 이식건의 대용으로 사용이 기능할 것으로 사료된다.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제7권1호
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• pp.109-114
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• 2003

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness and indications of the modified Essex-Lopresti reduction in calcaneal fractures. Materials and Methods: We reviewed retrospectively 41 cases of displaced intraarticular calcaneal fractures. The fracture was reduced with Essex-Lopresti technique with modification in compression of the lateral wall with the specially designed compression device instead of the operator's hands. We evaluated the results of treatment by AOFAS scale and the radiographic parameters including the Bohler's angle, calcaneal width, calcaneofibular distance and the congruency of the posterior facet. Results: Boler's angle was restored from 11 to 29.6 degrees on average, heel width was reduced to 112% of contralateral value, the calcaneofibular gap was restored up to 87.9% of contralateral side, and the articular surface of the posterior facet was restored less than 2 mm of step off and less than 2 mm of gap. AOFAS scale averaged 87 points. The quality of reduction was best in Sander's type II fractures. Small sized fragments in type III fractures could not be reduced. The results were better when the reductions were performed within 24 hours of injury. Conclusion: The modified Essex-Lopresti reduction was less invasive, easy to perform, and the results of treatment were similar to those of open reduction; it seemed to be a reasonable alternative for the selected intraarticular calcaneal fractures.

• Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
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• 제19권1호
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• pp.25-32
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• 2016

Background: The goal of this study was to evaluate whether a modified fluoroscopic technique for positioning a hook plate affected the clinical results of treating Neer type II distal clavicle fractures and Rockwood type V acromioclavicular (AC) joint separations with this device. Methods: The study was a retrospective consecutive case series with data analysis. Sixty-four patients with a Neer type II distal clavicle fracture or a Rockwood type V AC joint injury treated between March 2009 and June 2013 were divided into 2 groups: traditional fluoroscopic technique (traditional view, 31 patients) or modified fluoroscopic technique ('hook' view, 33 patients). A visual analogue scale (VAS) score, the modified University of California-Los Angeles (UCLA) shoulder scale score, and radiographic osteolysis were the main outcome measures. Results: The traditional group included a significantly larger number of patients with acromial osteolysis than the hook view group: 23 patients (74.2%) vs. 11 patients (33.3%), respectively (p=0.01). Before plate removal, the hook group reported less pain and higher UCLA shoulder scale scores than the traditional group: average VAS score, 1.55 vs. 2.26, respectively; average UCLA score, 30.88 vs. 27.06, respectively. However, there was no significant difference after plate removal. Conclusions: The hook view allows more accurate bending of the hook plate around the contour of the acromion, resulting in decreased osteolysis, decreased pain, and better function with the plate in situ.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제14권1호
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• pp.41-46
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• 2010

Purpose: Anterior drawer and varus stress test are commonly used for radiologic evaluation of chronic lateral ankle instability. However, there are controversies regarding the method of measurement and the normal value. This study was performed to investigate radiologic normal values in normal Korean adults and to analyze differences by age and gender. Materials and Methods: Sixty Korean adults were recruited and divided in three groups (20 in their twenties, 20 in their thirties, 20 in their forties). There were 10 males and 10 females in each group. The selection criteria were no history of ankle injury and no evidence of instability on physical examination. Radiologic measurement of varus talar tilt and anterior talar translation were performed through anterior and varus stress radiographs using Telos device (150N force). The measurement was repeated twice by three researchers, and intraobserver reproducibility and interobserver reliability were analyzed. The average talar tilt and anterior talar translation were obtained. Results: Talar tilt and anterior talar translation on ankle stress radiographs had good intraobserver reproducibility and interobserver reliability. Talar tilt was average $3.7^{\circ}$ and $5.1^{\circ}$ in male and female of twenties of age, $3.9^{\circ}$ and $4.8^{\circ}$ in their thirties, $3.4^{\circ}$ and $4.5^{\circ}$ in their forties. Anterior talar translation was average 3.5 mm and 4.2 mm in their twenties, 4.1 mm and 3.8 mm in their thirties, 3.6 mm and 4.1 mm in their forties. There was no significant difference in talar tilt and anterior talar translation by age. However, there was significant difference in talar tilt by gender. Conclusion: Normal range of talar tilt angle in Korean adults was below $8.3^{\circ}$, and normal range of anterior talar translation was below 7.6 mm. It seems to be able to serve as a good reference for radiologic evaluation and for treatment of chronic lateral ankle instability.