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T Litaiem

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PubMed2001

[Valgus osteotomy in the treatment of pseudoarthrosis of the femoral neck: 41 cases].

PURPOSE OF THE STUDY: Treating hip trauma victims who develop nonunion of the femoral neck remains a challenge in orthopedic surgery. We studied the clinical and radiological outcome after Pauwels osteotomy for valgisation. MATERIAL AND METHODS: This retrospective series included 41 patients (25 men and 16 women), mean age 44.5 years. Initial treatment was surgical in 21 cases and had been insufficient in 91%. Nonunion (subcapital in 53%, transcervical in 40% and basicervical in 7%) had persisted for 16 months. A tight nonunion was present in 65.9% of the cases and the femoral head appeared normal in 70%. Femoral osteotomy was performed for simple valgisation in 78% of the cases with a mean 31.5 degrees correction (range 15 degrees to 50 degrees ). A nail or screwed plate was used for fixation. Results were analyzed at a mean 76 months post-surgery. RESULTS: Bone healing was achieved in 98% of the cases. The only failure was related to inappropriate surgical technique. Necrosis was observed in 16 cases. The functional outcome was very good or good in 82% of the patients. CONCLUSION: Osteotomy for valgisation remains a very good salvage procedure for nonunion of the femoral neck following hip trauma. It can be used for elderly subjects even in the presence of early stage or partial necrosis.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1999

[Consequences of tibiotalar arthrodesis on the foot. A retrospective study of 36 cases with 8.5 years of followup].

The authors report the results of a retrospective study of 36 cases of tibiotalar arthrodesis performed in 22 men and 14 women with an average age of 32 years. All patients were reviewed with an average of 8.5 years follow-up. The predominating etiologies were ankle osteoarthritis (15 cases) and neurologic deformities of the foot (13 cases). Arthrodesis was performed using the Meary technique in 60% of cases, using the Charnley technique in 20% and the Crawford-Adams technique or with clamps in the other cases. Fusion was obtained in 97% of cases. Long-term results were assessed using Duquennoy et al.'s scoring system. They were very good or good in 58% of cases, fair in 31% and poor in 11%. The study of distal repercussions of tibiotalar arthrodesis shows progressive deterioration of the subtalar joint in 70% of cases and appearance or increase of degenerative changes in 75% of cases. The final results of the procedure depend on this deterioration; the latter is related with the arthrodesis position. Midtalar joint is a compensation joint showing hypermobility in 40% of cases. Degenerative changes were limited and asymptomatic in 80% of cases. Based on the findings in this study and on the literature, we conclude that the foot should be fixed at 90 degrees or with less than 5 degrees of equinus, with 5 degrees of valgus and 10 to 15 degrees of external rotation.

Adult↗
PubMed1999

[Use of Ilizarov fixator in the treatment of post-osteomyelitis pseudoarthroses in children].

PURPOSE OF THE STUDY: The aim of this study was to emphasize the importance of the distraction osteogenesis technique in the treatment of post-osteomyelitis nonunion. We report 12 cases. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Mean patient age was 9.5 years. There were 7 cases of nonunion of the femur and 5 involving the tibia. Nonunion was associated with 5.9 cm shortening in 10 cases, 8.4 cm circumferential bone defect in 1 case, shortening and bone defects in 6 cases, and shortening and joint deformities in 2 cases. RESULTS: Consolidation was obtained in 11 cases with an average delay of 11.6 months. Infection was eradicated in 75 per cent of the cases. Average residual shortening was 0.4 cm. Joint deformities and axial deviations were corrected at the same time in all cases. DISCUSSION: The advantages of the Ilizarov technique are well known for the treatment of such deformities and musculoskeletal system disorders subsequent to osteomyelitis: nonunion, infection, shortening, joint deformities and malunion.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1998

[Giant cell tumors of the distal end of the radius treated by resection-arthrodesis].

The distal end of the radius is one of the sites commonly affected by giant-cell tumor of bone; it poses problems of reconstruction after resection of the distal radius. The authors present a retrospective study of 5 giant cells tumors treated by resection-arthrodesis of the wrist. These tumors were seen in 3 men and 2 women. From the radiological point of view, all tumors were extensive and lytic lesions centered in the epiphysis and involving the metaphysis; the wrist joint was respected. From the histological point of view, the tumors were grade I in 3 cases and grade II in 2 cases. With a mean follow up of 8 years, the results were considered good in 3 cases, fair in 1 case and poor in 1 case. A high incidence of bone complications was noted: delayed union (up to 11 months) and fracture of the graft, which occurred in 3 patients.

Adult↗
PubMed1997

[Intramuscular myxoma. Apropos of two cases].

The authors report two cases of rare localization of intra muscular myxoma: one in the buttock, and the other in the lumbar area. The first case, a 58 years old woman had a four month history of a mass in the buttock. Computed tomography revealed the presence of a solid tumor. Diagnosis was based on histological examination. After surgical treatment no recurrence was observed after fourteen months. The second case was a 54 years old woman who presented a sciatica with back pain and neurological signs. The symptoms didn't response to medical treatment. Computed tomography showed an enlarged and-cystic lumbar lesion extending to the first sacral hole, with bone erosion of L3 and L4 articular apophysis and spinous process. Needle biopsy and surgical excision of the tumor were performed. Total neurological recovery was observed and no recurrence was observed after three years. The authors reminded the characteristics of this rare and benign soft tissue tumor and specified the place of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to establish the diagnosis which was still confirmed by histological examination of an open biopsy. Clinical follow-up revealed exceptional recurrence and no metastasis.

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PubMed1997

[Fracture-luxation of the femur head. Apropos of 10 cases].

The authors report 10 segmental fractures of the femoral head associated with a dislocation of the hip. Using PIPKIN's classification, they noted 1 type I, 7 type II and 2 type III fractures. The initial treatment of the hip dislocation was conservative in all cases. Failure of reduction was noted in 6 cases and was complicated by fracture of the femoral neck in 2 cases. The attitude regarding the head fragment was: conservative in 5 cases, the reduction was considered satisfactory in 4 cases and poor in 1 case; surgical in the other 5 cases: screw fixation in 1 case, excision of the fragment in 1 case and prosthetic replacement of the femoral head in 3 cases. After a mean follow-up of 5 years, functional results were satisfactory in the majority of cases. The radiological assessment showed malunion without osteoarthrosis in one case and avascular necrosis of the femoral head in three cases. The authors propose a treatment policy based upon their experience and a review of the literature.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1997

[A rare diaphyseal bone tumor: degenerative mucoid cyst].

The purpose of the study was to clarify the clinico pathological features of periosteal ganglion. The authors present a case of an unusual diaphyseal bony tumor in a 27 years old man. The diagnosis of diaphyseal periosteal ganglion cyst was made on roentgenographic appearance, presence of mucoid material and histologic evidence of a synovial type cellular lining. The patient was successfully treated with excision. The follow-up examination showed no recurrence one year after surgery. The radiological differential diagnosis were considered and possible pathogenes for a periosteal ganglion was discussed. Periosteal ganglia must be considered as a cause of cortical erosions. This lesion may radiologically mimic other periosteal lesions. Treatment with excision is successful in most cases.

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PubMed1993

[Tuberculosis of the trochanter. Apropos of 17 cases].

This paper presents a short study of 17 cases of tuberculosis of the greater trochanter seen during a period of 19 years at the National Orthopaedic Institute in Tunis. The onset of the infection is slow with patients presenting at a mean of 7 years after initial symptoms. The diagnosis is confirmed by biopsy and culture of the organism. Management is based on treatment with antituberculous drugs, although surgical excision of the lesion is sometimes required. Successful resolution of the symptoms is usually achieved unless the hip joint becomes involved. Our patients showed good results at a mean follow up of 5 1/2 years.

Adolescent↗
PubMed1993

Extensive vertebral hydatidosis. A study.

An exceptional case of vertebral hydatidosis with involvement of the cervical, dorsal, lumbar and sacral segments of the spine is presented. Vertebral hydatidosis is a rare form of hydatid disease. It is found in less than 2% of all cases in echinococcosis. The initial parasite localization is usually univertebral. Extensive primary lesions were related to massive infestation by tapeworm ova at multivertebral levels. At this stage, the disease presents as a malignant tumor resistant to all surgical procedures. The prognosis is poor because of severe neurological complications and inexorable spinal destruction. The hope remains that in the future an effective medical parasiticidal treatment will be available.

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