-
Breakage of Cephalomedullary Nail Used in the Treatment of Proximal Femur Fractures: Case Report
-
Seok Hyun Kweon, Chang Hyun Shin, Jin Sung Park, Byoung San Choi
-
J Korean Fract Soc 2016;29(1):42-49. Published online January 31, 2016
-
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2016.29.1.42
-
-
Abstract
PDF
- Internal fixation using a cephalomedullary nail as treatment for proximal femur fracture has recently been popular for early ambulation and rehabilitation. However metal breakage at the lag screw insertion site was reported due to non-union, delayed-union, and early weight bearing. In our orthopedic department, we experienced 2 cases of nail breakage at the lag screw insertion site, therefore we report on evaluation of the cause of metal failure and prevention of complications with literature review.
-
Citations
Citations to this article as recorded by 
- Breakage of the Tail Portion of the Lag Screw during Removal of Proximal Femoral Zimmer Natural Nail: Report of Two Cases with Technical Notes
Asep Santoso, Ik-Sun Choi, Kyung-Soon Park, Taek-Rim Yoon Hip & Pelvis.2017; 29(3): 199. CrossRef
-
183
View
-
1
Download
-
1
Crossref
-
Complications of Femoral Peritrochanteric Fractures Treated with the Gamma Nail
-
Seok Hyun Kweon, Churl Hong Chun, Jung Hwan Yang, Jin Young Park, Kyu Hwan Bae
-
J Korean Fract Soc 2009;22(2):85-90. Published online April 30, 2009
-
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2009.22.2.85
-
-
Abstract
PDF
- PURPOSE
We analyzed the complications of femoral peritrochanteric fractures treated with the Gamma nail to reduce its complications. MATERIALS AND METHODS We evaluated the complications among the 96 patients who were treated with the Gamma nail from January 2000 to May 2005. Mean follow-up period was 17.8 months and mean age was 75.2 years. We analysed the relationship between the complication and the fracture pattern, postoperative reduction status, position of the lag screw, bone density, displacement and tip-apex index (TAD). RESULTS The complications were presented in 12 cases (12.5%). Cut-out of lag screw were in 5 cases, varus deformity with short lag screw in 2 cases, metal breakage of distal screw in 1 case, breakage of drill bit intraoperatively in 1 case, superficial infection in 2 cases and deep infection in 1 case. 5 cases (4.2%) were required reoperation. All of the cut-out of lag screw showed increased TAD (tip apex distance) above 25 mm. CONCLUSION To reduce the complications of the Gamma nail, we need exact surgical technique, good positioning of the lag screw and choice of appropriate length for the lag screw.
-
Citations
Citations to this article as recorded by 
- Effectiveness of the Valgus Reduction Technique in Treatment of Intertrochanteric Fractures Using Proximal Femoral Nail Antirotation
Ji-Kang Park, Hyun-Chul Shon, Yong-Min Kim, Eui-Sung Choi, Dong-Soo Kim, Kyoung-Jin Park, Byung-Ki Cho, Jung-Kwon Cha, Sang-Woo Kang Journal of the Korean Orthopaedic Association.2013; 48(6): 441. CrossRef
-
173
View
-
1
Download
-
1
Crossref
-
Two-staged Delayed Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Plate Osteosynthesis for Distal Tibial Open Fractures
-
Jung Hwan Yang, Seok Hyun Kweon, Jeung Woo Kim, Jin Young Park, Hyun Jun Kim, Chul Min Lim
-
J Korean Fract Soc 2008;21(1):24-30. Published online January 31, 2008
-
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2008.21.1.24
-
-
Abstract
PDF
- PURPOSE
To evaluate the outcomes of distal tibial open fractures treated by two-staged delayed minimally invasive percutaneous plate osteosynthesis (MIPPO) technique. MATERIALS AND METHODS 25 cases of distal tibial open fractures were treated with temporary ring fixation and two-staged delayed MIPPO. A mean age was 46 years old, follow-up was 23 months. The type of fracture was evaluated using the AO/OTA classification. The type of open fracture was evaluated using the Gustilo-Anderson classification that revealed 6 cases of type I, 9 cases of type II, 8 cases of type IIIA and 2 cases of type IIIB. We analyzed the radiologic results and postoperative complications. The clinical and functional result were evaluated by using Teeny and Wiss scores. RESULTS The average time of bone union was 18 weeks in 24 cases. There were three delayed union that achieved union twenty weeks after second operation, and 1 case underwent bone graft with additional plate fixation. 6 cases of skin necrosis were treated with skin graft, 2 cases were treated with flap. The clinical and functional assessment showed that 6 cases were excellent, 16 cases were good, 2 cases were fair, and 1 case were poor results. CONCLUSION Two-staged MIPPO technique for distal tibia open fractures seems to be a good procedure to obtain bone union.
-
Citations
Citations to this article as recorded by 
- Combined minimally invasive external and internal fixation in the treatment of pilon fractures
AhmedSh Rizk, MohamadS Singer, MohamadE Al-Ashhab The Egyptian Orthopaedic Journal.2014; 49(3): 259. CrossRef - Staged Protocol in Treatment of Open Distal Tibia Fracture: Using Lateral MIPO
Oog Jin Sohn, Dong Hwa Kang Clinics in Orthopedic Surgery.2011; 3(1): 69. CrossRef - Management of Open Fracture
Gu-Hee Jung Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2010; 23(2): 236. CrossRef - Staged Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis of Distal Tibial Fractures
Sung-Ki Park, Chang-Wug Oh, Jong-Keon Oh, Kyung-Hoon Kim, Woo-Kie Min, Byung-Chul Park, Won-Ju Jeong, Joo-Chul Ihn Journal of the Korean Fracture Society.2010; 23(3): 289. CrossRef
-
172
View
-
0
Download
-
4
Crossref
-
Surgical Treatment of Scapular Fracture using by Plate Fixation: 4 Cases Report
-
Dae Moo Shim, Jeong Woo Kim, Seok Hyun Kweon, Ul Oh Jeung, Jong Myung Lee
-
J Korean Fract Soc 2006;19(3):381-387. Published online July 31, 2006
-
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jkfs.2006.19.3.381
-
-
Abstract
- Fractures of the scapula are relatively uncommon injuries and most can be treated satisfactorily with non-operative methods.
But scapular fractures are being seen with increasing frequency in our mechanized society, specially in patients who have multiple injuries. So most injuries were related high energy, that residual deformities were high and related to the residual symptoms.
Authors had done open reduction and internal fixation with plate in the four cases of the scapular fracture and analyzed that results.
-
Citations
Citations to this article as recorded by 
- Clinical Results of Lateral-Posterior Internal Fixation for the Treatment of Scapular Body Fractures
Yoon-Min Lee, Joo-Dong Yeo, Seok-Whan Song Journal of the Korean Orthopaedic Association.2020; 55(1): 46. CrossRef
-
121
View
-
0
Download
-
1
Crossref
-
Operative Treatment of Intraarticular Calcaneal Fractures Combined with Multiple Injuries using Closed Reduction and Cannulated Screw Fixation
-
Dae Moo Shim, Tae Kyun Kim, Soo Uk Chae, Seok Hyun Kweon
-
J Korean Soc Fract 2002;15(4):439-445. Published online October 31, 2002
-
DOI: https://doi.org/10.12671/jksf.2002.15.4.439
-
-
Abstract
PDF
- PURPOSE
To evaluate the radiological and clinical results of closed reduction and cannulated screw percutaneous fixation of intraarticular calcaneal fractures combined with multiple injuries. MATERIALS AND METHODS We reviewed 15 cases of 13 patients intraarticular calcaneal fractures combined with multiple injuries which were treated with closed reduction and cannulated screw percutaneous fixation between June 1998 to June 2001 and minimum follow up period of 12 months(12-27 months). The results were based on the assessment criteria of Salama and the analysis of Bohler 's angle, states of subtalar joint and deformities of calcaneus. Based on the Sanders classification, there were 2 cases(13%) of type I, 9 cases(60%) of type II and 4 cases(27%) of type III. RESULTS The preoperative Bohler 's angles were between 5 degrees to 35 degrees, postoperative Bohler 's angles were between 15 degrees to 45 degrees and the last follow up Bohler 's angles were between 15 degrees to 40 degrees . The postoperative complication of subtalar arthritis were developed in 5 cases and deformities of calcaneus were developed in 4 cases. Based on the assessment criteria of Salama, the functional results were excellent in 2 cases, good in 8 cases, fair in 3 cases, and poor in 2 cases. CONCLUSION The closed reduction and cannulated screw percutaneous fixation of intraarticular calcaneal fractures combined with multiple injuries was thought to be a useful method of treatment at the state of not delayed operating time and not position changing.
|