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ArticleActa orthopaedica et traumatologica turcica2020

Surgical treatment of posterior cruciate ligament tibial avulsion fractures using a locking compression hook plate: A case series.

Wei Deng, Yaxing Li, Shizhou Wu, Xi Liu, Fuguo Huang, Hui Zhang

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Article in Acta orthopaedica et traumatologica turcica, 2020. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 6 papers.

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  1. [Comparison of early effectiveness of arthroscopic suture bridge technique and conventional double tunnel suture technique in treatment of avulsion fracture of posterior cruciate ligament insertion].Zhongguo xiu fu chong jian wai ke za zhi = Zhongguo xiufu chongjian waike zazhi = Chinese journal of reparative and reconstructive surgery · 2021
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Wei DengClinic of Orthopedics, Chengdu Shangjin Nanfu Hospital, Chengdu, China;Department of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Yaxing LiDepartment of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Shizhou WuDepartment of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Xi LiuDepartment of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Fuguo HuangDepartment of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
Hui ZhangDepartment of Orthopedics, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, China.
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Abstract

objectiveThis study aimed to evaluate the results of surgical treatment of tibial avulsion injuries of the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) with a 3.5-mm locking compression hook plate (LCHP).

methodsFrom June 2012 to June 2015, 16 consecutive patients (10 males and 6 females, mean age: 38 (range: 19-57) years) presented with isolated tibial avulsion injuries of the PCL. We used a 3.5-mm LCHP and lag screws for open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) through the posterior medial approach. The operation time, quantity of bleeding, visual analog scale (VAS) scores, stability of posterior drawer test (PDT) results, and fracture healing time were studied to assess clinical efficacy. At the 12-month follow-up, a functional evaluation using knee range of motion (ROM) and the Lysholm knee scoring system (LKSS) was performed.

resultsThe data from a mean follow-up of 24.1 (range: 14-33) months from 16 patients were recorded. No neurovascular complications, incision infections, or delayed union or nonunion were observed. The mean operation time was 61.4 (range: 45-80) min. The mean quantity of bleeding was 41.6 (range: 25-66) mL. The mean bone healing time was 11.8 (range: 45-80) weeks. The mean VAS score was 1.63 (range: 0-3) after surgery. The average LKSS and ROM of the knee were 51.75±7.67 and 50.94°±10.19° before surgery and 92.75±5.46 and 127.75°±6.13° at 1 year, respectively. The outcomes were judged to be excellent for 11 patients, good for 4, and fair for 1 (excellent and good rates: 93.8% for 15/16). At the final follow-up (≥1 year), the PDT scores returned to normal.

conclusionThe results showed that 3.5-mm LCHP provided reliable fixation following ORIF of isolated PCL tibial avulsion fractures and was a safe, simple, and effective procedure. This procedure may reduce complications and improve functional recovery relative to those of other procedures.

trial registrationChinese Clinical Trial Registry, ChiCTR-1900022920. Registered on 3 May 2019. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE: Level IV, Therapeutic study.

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Fracture Fixation, InternalKnee JointAdultBone PlatesFemaleFractures, AvulsionHumansMalePosterior Cruciate LigamentRange of Motion, ArticularRecovery of FunctionRetrospective StudiesTibiaTibial FracturesTreatment Outcome

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PMCPMC7815219
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