• Journal of Trauma and Injury
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• 제32권1호
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• pp.51-59
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• 2019

Unstable pelvic ring lesions are usually treated with internal fixation. In patients presenting clinical instability or soft tissue complication risk, external fixation is a safe treatment option. However, pin tract infection, insufficient biomechanical properties, difficulty sitting and changing decubitus are important drawbacks related to the treatment. The present study reports the association of anterior and posterior subcutaneous internal fixation by applying spine-designed implants on the pelvic ring disruption: supra-acetabular pedicle screws with an interconnecting rod (Infix), plus posterior transiliac fixation with the same system, which the authors have named the "Hula Hoop Technique".

• 콘크리트학회논문집
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• 제13권6호
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• pp.568-574
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• 2001

콘크리트 시험편에 대한 삼점휨실험을 실시하여 여러 실험에 대해 측정된 반응의 평균값을 계산하곤 계산된 평균거동으로부터 삼점휨 시험편이 완전히 파손될 때까지 연속적으로 성장하는 균열에 대한 파괴거동이 분석되었다. 이 연구에서 사용된 실험변수는 25.4mm와 6.4mm의 초기균열길이 그리고 2000sec와 20sec의 실험기간이며, 초기균열길이는 파괴진행대(FPZ) 크기의 영향과 시험편의 기하학적 특성 및 경계조건에 대한 영향을 분석하기 위한 것이다. 실험기간은 초기 크리프(creep)의 영향을 위해 설정되었으나, 이 연구의 하중점-변위 속도에서는 심각한 영향이 관측되지 않았다. 여러 실험의 평균 외부일로부터 평균하중이 계산되었으며, 변형률 게이지를 사용하여 평균 균열길이를 측정하였다. 최대하중 이전의 저항곡선은 파괴진행대의 크기에 대해 유사한 값을 보였다. 그러나 최대하중 직후에는 초기균열의 크기에 관계없이 0.088~0.154mm의 하중점-변위에서 88mm의 불안정 균열성장이 발생되었으며, 평균 파괴에너지율 $G_{F}$$^{ave}$ = 115N/m은 이 불안정 균열성장 동안에 발생되었다. 균열길이 111mm에서 완전한 파괴진행대가 형성되었고, 25.4mm와 6.4mm의 초기균열길이에 대해 파괴진행대의 크기는 각각 86mm와 105mm이었다. 완전한 파괴진행대의 형성이후 저항곡선의 평균 파괴에너지율은 25.4mm와 6.4mm의 초기균열길이에 대해 각각 229N/m로 284N/m로 $G_{F}$$^{ave}$의 두 배 이상이었다.이었다.이었다.

• Journal of Korean Neurosurgical Society
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• 제55권3호
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• pp.142-147
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• 2014

Objective : A thoracolumbar burst fracture is usually unstable and can cause neurological deficits and angular deformity. Patients with unstable thoracolumbar burst fracture usually need surgery for decompression of the spinal canal, correction of the angular deformity, and stabilization of the spinal column. We compared two struts, titanium mesh cages (TMCs) and expandable cages. Methods : 33 patients, who underwent anterior thoracolumbar reconstruction using either TMCs (n=16) or expandable cages (n=17) between June 2000 and September 2011 were included in this study. Clinical outcome was measured by visual analogue scale (VAS), American Spinal Injury Association (ASIA) scale and Low Back Outcome Score (LBOS) for functional neurological evaluation. The Cobb angle, body height of the fractured vertebra, the operation time and amount of intra-operative bleeding were measured in both groups. Results : In the expandable cage group, operation time and amount of intraoperative blood loss were lower than that in the TMC group. The mean VAS scores and LBOS in both groups were improved, but no significant difference. Cobb angle was corrected higher than that in expandable cage group from postoperative to the last follow-up. The change in Cobb angles between preoperative, postoperative, and the last follow-up did not show any significant difference. There was no difference in the subsidence of anterior body height between both groups. Conclusion : There was no significant difference in the change in Cobb angles with an inter-group comparison, the expandable cage group showed better results in loss of kyphosis correction, operation time, and amount of intraoperative blood loss.

• Clinics in Shoulder and Elbow
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• 제25권3호
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• pp.230-235
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• 2022

Background: Unstable distal clavicles experience high non-union rates, prompting surgeons to recommend surgery for more predictable outcomes. There is a lack of consensus on the optimal method of surgical fixation, with an array of techniques described in the literature. We describe an alternative method of fixation involving the use of a distal clavicular anatomical locking plate with Fibertape cerclage augmentation in our series of patients. Methods: Nine patients (8 males and 1 female), with a mean age of 36 years, who sustained unstable fracture of the distal clavicle in our institution were treated with our described technique. Postoperative range of motion, functional and pain scores, and time to radiographic union were measured over a mean follow-up period of 10 months. Incidences of postoperative complications were also recorded. Results: At the last patient consult, the mean visual analog scale score was 0.88±0.35, with a mean Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) score of 1.46±0.87 and American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score of 94.1±3.57. The mean range of motion achieved was forward flexion at 173°±10.6°, abduction at 173°±10.6°, and external rotation at 74.4°±10.5°. All patients achieved internal rotation at a vertebral height of at least L2 with radiographical union at a mean of 10 weeks. No removal of implants was required. Conclusions: Our described technique of augmented fixation of the distal clavicle is effective, produces good clinical outcomes, and has minimal complications.

• 한국철도학회논문집
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• 제8권6호
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• pp.573-580
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• 2005

Model I interlaminar fracture behaviors of the carbon/epoxy composite, one of the candidate composites for a tilting train carbody, were investigate by the use of DCB(Double cantilever beam) specimens. These specimens were made of CF3327 plain woven fabric with epoxy resin, and an artificial starter delamination was fabricated by inserting Teflon film with the thickness of $12.5{\mu}m$ of $25.0{\mu}m$ at the one end of the specimen. Mode I interlaminar fracture toughness was evaluated for the specimens with the different thickness of an inserter. Also delamination propagating behaviors and interlaminar fracture surface were examined through an ooptical travelling scope and a scanning electron microscope. We found that abruptly unstable crack propagation called as stick-slip phenomena was observed. In addition, interlaminar fracture behaviors were affected on the location and the morphology of a crack tip as well as an interface region.

• 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

• Journal of Trauma and Injury
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• 제25권1호
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• pp.1-6
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• 2012

Purpose: This study analyzed the characteristics of unstable pelvic bone fractures associated with intra-abdominal solid organ injury. Methods: Medical records were retrospectively collected from January 2000 to December 2010 for patients with unstable pelvic bone fractures. Unstable pelvic bone fracture was defined as lateral compression types II and III, antero-posterior compression types II and III, vertical shear and combined type by young classification. Subjects were divided into two groups, with (injured group) and without (non-injured group) intra-abdominal solid organ injury, to evaluate whether the characteristics of the fractured depended on the presence of associated solid organ injury. Data included demographics, mechanism of injury, initial hemodynamic status, laboratory results, revised trauma score (RTS), abbreviated injury scale (AIS), injury severity score (ISS), amount of transfusion, admission to the intensive care unit (ICU), and mortality. Results: The subjects were 217 patients with a mean age of 44 years and included 134 male patients(61.8%). The injured group included 38 patients(16.9%). Traffic accidents were the most common mechanism of injury, and lateral compression was the most common type of fracture in all groups. The initial blood pressure was lower in the injured group, and the ISS was greater. The arterial pH was lower in the injured group, and shock within 24 hours after arrival at the emergency department was more frequent in the injured group. The amount of the transfused packed red blood cells within 24 hours was higher in the injured group than the non-injured group. Invasive treatment, including surgery and angiographic embolization, was more common in the injured group, and the stay in the ICU was longer in the injured group. Conclusion: A need exists to decide on a diagnostic and therapeutic plan regarding the possibility of intra-abdominal solid organ injury for hemodynamically unstable patients with unstable pelvic bone fractures and multiple associated injuries.

• 한국산학기술학회논문지
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• 제20권3호
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• pp.417-422
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• 2019

혈역학적으로 불안정한 골반골 골절 환자의 사망율은 40-60%에 이를 정도로 매우 높다. 하지만 이러한 환자들을 어떻게 치료해야 하는지에 대해서는 아직 논란의 여지가 많다. 저자들은 혈역학적으로 불안정한 골반골 골절 환자에서 빠른 응급 혈관조영술을 통해 효과적으로 지혈을 시행한 증례를 보고하고자 한다. 78세 여자가 넘어져서 발생한 골반 통증을 주소로 응급실을 통해 내원하였다. 내원 후 시행한 단순골반촬영에서 골반골 골절이 관찰되었으며, 혈압은 60/40 mmHg였다. 혈역학적으로 불안정하여 전산화단층촬영을 시행하지 않고 곧바로 혈관조영술을 시행하였으며, 빠른 지혈을 위해 세부적인 출혈 혈관을 선택하지 않고 양측 내장골동맥에 대해 색전술을 시행하였다. 색전술 시행 후 혈압이 안정화되고 나서 전산화단층촬영을 시행하였으며, 이 검사에서 장천공을 의심할 수 있는 다수의 복강내 공기 음영이 관찰되었다. 응급 개복술을 시행하였으며, 수술 소견상 소장에 약 1 cm 크기의 천공이 관찰되어 봉합을 시행하였고, 골반 주변 후복막강에 혈종이 있었으나 더 이상 팽창하지 않고 출혈 소견이 보이지 않아 그대로 두고 수술을 종료하였다. 환자는 중환자실로 입원하여 집중치료 시행하였고, 수술 3일째 일반병실로 전실하였다. 저자들은 이 증례에서 출혈을 동반한 골반골 골절과 소장천공 대해 전산화 단층촬영을 생략하고 빠른 혈관 조영술을 시행하여 효과적으로 치료할 수 있었다.

• 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.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제26권1호
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• pp.9-15
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• 2022

Syndesmotic injuries are found frequently in clinical practice, and they remain controversial because of the variety of diagnostic techniques and management options. Bony avulsions or malleolar fractures are commonly associated with syndesmotic disruptions. Even unstable isolated syndesmosis injuries are associated with a latent or frank tibiofibular diastasis and should not be ignored in the early phase. A relevant instability of the syndesmosis with diastasis results from collateral ligaments tears and requires operative stabilization. The treatment involves an anatomic reduction of the distal tibiofibular articulations followed by stable fixation. Syndesmotic transfixation screws or suture button implants are being proposed as a means of fixation. Recently, suture button fixation has shown more favorable outcomes, but the outcomes can still be controversial. Syndesmotic malreduction can lead to hardware failure, adhesions, heterotopic ossification, tibiofibular synostosis, chronic instability, and posttraumatic arthritis. In particular, the correct diagnosis and evidence-based treatment options for unstable syndesmotic injury should be considered.