ReviewIndian journal of orthopaedics2025
Epidemiology, Diagnostic Modalities, Treatment Options and Outcomes of Open Knee Dislocations: A Systematic Review.
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Introduction: An open knee dislocation (OKD) is a severe injury associated with significant intra- and extra-articular injuries. Given the lack of consensus with existing literature, this study aims to systematically review the associated injuries, diagnostic and treatment approaches for OKDs. Methods: Three databases (PubMed, Embase, Scopus) were searched in accordance with Preferred Reporting for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis (PRISMA) guidelines in April 2025. Studies involving case(s) of OKD with details of demographic, diagnostic and/or management approach were included. Results: The search strategy yielded 20 studies (five case studies and 15 case reports), with a mean MINOR score of 9.9. Across all studies, there were 87 patients with a mean age of 38.5 (range 18-70) years. Male proportion was 73% and mechanism of action was high-energy trauma in all cases. The severity of ligamentous injury amongst 20 cases that were reported across 13 studies as classified by the Schenck Knee Dislocation (KD) classification was: 20% (4/20) KD-I, 10% (2/20) KD-II, 30% (6/20) KD-III and 40% (8/20) KD-IV. The proportion with associated meniscal injury, fracture, vascular compromise, neurological deficit, and post-injury infection was 67% (12/18), 60% (25/42), 31% (27/87), 39% (12/41) and 28% (22/78) respectively. An average of 1.58 debridements (range 1-11) was performed, with external fixation performed in 62% (23/37) cases after initial debridement. Outcomes remain heterogenous when compared against various factors. Conclusion: OKD represents a severe injury associated with KDIII-IV ligamentous injuries. Prompt and thorough initial debridement plays a critical role in mitigating the risk of subsequent infection. Outcomes are variable due to heterogeneity in presentation. Additional studies are necessary to determine the optimal management approach. Study Design: Systematic review; Level of evidence, 4.
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