scholarly journals Aseptic necrosis of the femoral head in the course of haemophilia; a different clinical and radiological course compared to typical Legg-Calve-Perthes disease (twenty years of follow-up) – case report

2021 ◽  
Vol 86 (3) ◽  
pp. 93-95
Author(s):  
Grzegorz Kandzierski ◽  
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Łukasz Matuszewski ◽  
Szymon Stec

The authors analyse the course of aseptic necrosis of the femoral head in a 7-year-old boy with haemophilia A (factor VIII level - 0%) caused by massive haemarthrosis into the hip joint (joint tamponade). The patient’s clinical and radiological symptoms differed from those in classic LCP disease, and now, after 20 years, the consequences of necrosis do not confirm typical Perthes disease (LCP). Significant shortening (about 5 cm) of the limb and the X-ray image of the proximal end of the femur resemble the consequences of severe necrosis of the femoral head in the treatment of an infant with developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH). The study presents necrosis of the femoral head in the course of haemophilia due to its extremely rare occurrence as opposed to haemophilic arthropathy typical for this disease. This description may also contribute to considerations on the etiopathology of LCP disease.

2021 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Xianghong Meng ◽  
Jianping Yang ◽  
Zhi Wang

Abstract Background Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can show the architecture of the hip joint clearly and has been increasingly used in developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) confirmation and follow-up. In this study, MRI was used to observe changes in the hip joints before and after closed reduction (CR) and to explore risk factors of residual acetabular dysplasia (RAD). Methods This is a prospective analysis of unilateral DDH patients with CR and spica cast in our hospital from October 2012 to July 2018. MRI and pelvic plain radiography were performed before and after CR. The labro-chondral complex (LCC) of the hip was divided into four types on MRI images. The variation in the thickening rate of the ligamentum teres, transverse ligaments, and pulvinar during MRI follow-up was analyzed, and the difference in cartilaginous acetabular head index was evaluated. The “complete relocation” rate of the femoral head was analyzed when the cast was changed for the last time, and the necrotic rate of the femoral head was evaluated after 18 months or more after CR. Lastly, the risk factors of RAD were analyzed. Results A total of 63 patients with DDH and CR were included. The LCC was everted before CR and inverted after CR, and the ligamentum teres, transverse ligaments, and pulvinar were hypertrophic before and after CR, and then gradually returned to normal shape. The cartilaginous acetabular head index gradually increased to normal values. Complete relocation was observed in 58.7% of femoral heads, while 8.6% had necrosis. The abnormalities in LCC was related to RAD (OR: 4.35, P = 0.03), and the rate of type 3 LCC in the RAD group was higher. However, the IHDI classification (P = 0.09); the “complete relocation” of femoral heads (P = 0.61); and hypertrophy of the ligamentum teres (P = 1.00), transverse ligaments (P = 1.00), and pulvinar (P = 1.00) were not related to RAD. Conclusions In this study, MRI can observe the variations of the abnormal soft tissue structures of the diseased hips after CR and spica casting, and can evaluate which hips will have RAD after CR. Therefore, we can utilize MRI in DDH patients appropriately.


2015 ◽  
Vol 2015 ◽  
pp. 1-6 ◽  
Author(s):  
Raphaël Wahlen ◽  
Pierre-Yves Zambelli

Introduction. Use of Pavlik harness for the treatment of DDH can be complicated for parents. Any misuse or failure in the adjustments may lead to significant complications. An abduction brace was introduced in our institution, as it was thought to be easier to use.Aim. We assess the results for the treatment of DDH using our abduction brace in children of 0–6 months old and compare these results with data on treatments using the Pavlik harness.Method. Retrospective analysis of patients with DDH from 0 to 6 months old at diagnosis, performed from 2004 to 2009. Outcomes were rates of reduction of the hip and avascular necrosis of the femoral head (AVN). Follow-up was at one year and up to 4 years old.Results. Hip reduction was successful in 28 of 33 patients (85%), with no AVN.Conclusion. Our results in terms of hip reduction rate and AVN rate are similar to those found in literature assessing Pavlik harness use, with a simpler and comfortable treatment procedure.


2021 ◽  
Vol 103-B (12) ◽  
pp. 1815-1820
Author(s):  
Stefan Huhnstock ◽  
Ola Wiig ◽  
Else Merckoll ◽  
Svein Svenningsen ◽  
Terje Terjesen

Aims The aim of this study was to assess the prognostic value of the modified three-group Stulberg classification, which is based on the sphericity of the femoral head, in patients with Perthes’ disease. Methods A total of 88 patients were followed from the time of diagnosis until a mean follow-up of 21 years. Anteroposterior pelvic and frog-leg lateral radiographs were obtained at diagnosis and at follow-up of one, five, and 21 years. At the five- and 21-year follow-up, the femoral heads were classified using a modified three-group Stulberg classification (round, ovoid, or flat femoral head). Further radiological endpoints at long-term follow-up were osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip and the requirement for total hip arthroplasty (THA). Results There were 71 males (81%) and 17 females. A total of 13 patients had bilateral Perthes’ disease; thus 101 hips were analyzed. At five-year follow-up, 37 hips were round, 38 ovoid, and 26 flat. At that time, 66 hips (65%) were healed and 91 (90%) were skeletally immature. At long-term follow-up, when the mean age of the patients was 28 years (24 to 34), 20 hips had an unsatisfactory outcome (seven had OA and 13 had required THA). There was a strongly significant association between the modified Stulberg classification applied atfive-year follow-up and an unsatisfactory outcome at long-term follow-up (p < 0.001). Between the five- and 21-year follow-up, 67 hips (76%) stayed in their respective modified Stulberg group, indicating a strongly significant association between the Stulberg classifications at these follow-ups (p < 0.001). Conclusion The modified Stulberg classification is a strong predictor of long-term radiological outcome in patients with Perthes’ disease. It can be applied at the healing stage, which is usually reached five years after the diagnosis is made and before skeletal maturity. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2021;103-B(12):1815–1820.


2010 ◽  
Vol 20 (2) ◽  
pp. 156-162 ◽  
Author(s):  
Haluk Ağuş ◽  
Hakan Ömeroğlu ◽  
Ali Biçimoğlu ◽  
Yücel Tümer

2021 ◽  
Vol 66 (2) ◽  
pp. 104-109
Author(s):  
M. P. Teplen’kiy ◽  
E. L. Matveeva ◽  
E. S. Spirkina ◽  
A. G. Gasanova

The increase in the number of patients with hip pathologies among children of different ages makes the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases one of the most actually existing problems in modern orthopedics. The aim of the work was to determine the features of the lipid peroxidation system - antioxidant protection and hemogram indices in children with various forms of hip joint pathology. The results of a preoperative examination of 47 patients aged 6-15 years (average age 10.3 years) who were treated at the clinic “FSBI NICC“ TO ”named after academician G. A. Ilizarova, Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation. There were 25 boys and 20 girls. Given nosology, patients were divided into five groups. The diagnosis was established on the basis of a clinical and radiological examination. Group I consisted of 8 male patients with stage II Perthes disease (mean age 8.75 + 1.63). Group II includes 16 patients (8 boys, 7 girls) with stage III Perthes disease. (average age 11.80 + 0.89). Group III included 12 patients (6 boys, 6 girls) with aseptic necrosis of the femoral head (average age 14.7 + 2.35). Group IV consisted of 4 patients (1 boy, 3 girls) with epiphyseal dysplasia. (average age 10.25 + 1.36). Group V includes 7 patients with hip dysplasia complicated by aseptic necrosis of the femoral head (mean age 8.33 + 2.11). The norm is the data that was obtained after examining 10 healthy male adolescents (age 13-14) and 5 female adolescents (age 8-14 years). Changes in lipid peroxidation rates and antioxidant activity are unidirectional in different forms of pathology of the hip joints in children, and the content of peroxidation products reliably correlates with hemogram values in stage II osteochondropathy and complicated hip dysplasia. In the complex of diagnostic measures for children with dystrophic lesions of the hip joint, to clarify the nature and stage of the pathological process, as additional criteria, hemogram indicators and lipid peroxidation systems - antioxidant protection can be used.


2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (5) ◽  
pp. 1529-1532
Author(s):  
M. S. Abdulqader ◽  
L. J. Khorsheed ◽  
Hwaizi .

Background and objectives: Closed reduction and short leg spica casting are the preferred treatment options for children with developmental dysplasia of the hip. This study aimed to show the efficacy behind a standardized closed reduction for managing patients with developmental dysplasia of the hip with concomitant soft tissue releases when indicated and using a short leg plaster of Paris cast to maintain reduction and reporting mid-term results. Methods: A case series of 95 hips in 84 children aged 6-18 months who had closed reduction, with five years follow up or until next operation, involved in this study. The protocol defines acceptable concentric reduction criteria and the indications for an associated soft tissue release. All the patients were immobilized in a short leg cast for three months. Multiple follow-up radiographs were taken to assess Tönnis grade, Severin grade, acetabular index, and osteonecrosis signs. Results: A total of 48 hips were Tönnis grade 3/4 hips. At one year, 15 reductions couldn’t be maintained, and these patients needed open reduction. Of these 15 failed reductions, 7 patients were Severin 1; others were Severin 2. Of the 80 successful closed reductions, 70 hips were Severin 1. Surgical management for residual dysplasia was offered for 8 hips. Osteonecrosis was seen in 23 hips but was transient in 20. Bilateral hip dislocations and most Tönnis 4 hips were more likely to fail. Two children had severe osteonecrosis. Conclusions: Closed reduction, with subsequent adductor and psoas releases, when indicated and using a short leg plaster of Paris cast for three months, brings about good mid-term results in children with developmental dysplasia of the hip aged 6-18 months. Keywords: Developmental dysplasia of the hip, closed hip reduction, open psoas release, short leg cast.


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