BACKGROUND:It is stil controversial whether computer-assisted navigation elevated the accuracy and clinical outcomes of total knee arthroplasty.
OBJECTIVE:To analyze the literatures in English and Chinese on computer-assisted navigation total knee arthroplasty, and to evaluate the clinical outcomes between computer-assisted navigation and conventional total knee arthroplasty.
METHODWe retrieved PubMed, Ovid, Elsevier, China National Knowledge Infrastructure and Digital Library for literatures concerning randomized control ed trial of clinical outcomes of computer-assisted navigation and total knee arthroplasty published from January 1st 2005 to December 31st 2013. Meta analysis was performed with RevMan 5.0 software from the Cochrane col aboration. Clinical outcomes of computer-assisted navigation total knee arthroplasty and conventional technique were compared. The heterogeneity of data was checked.
RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:A total of 16 randomized control ed papers were included in this analysis. Computer-assisted navigation group consisted of 1 322 knees, and the conventional group consisted of 1 299 knees. Compared with the conventional group, patients in the computer-assisted navigation group had a significantly lower risk of implant malalignment at more than 3° as wel as more than 2°, malalignment for both coronal femoral component and coronal tibial component of>3°, and both sagittal femoral component alignment and tibial slope at>3° malalignment. The meta-analysis did not find a significant difference in the sagittal tibial component alignment, the rates of complications, axial (rotational) alignment of the femoral component and the tibial component between both groups. These data indicated that computer-assisted navigation group had significant improvement in alignment of the limb and the component position, but long-term clinical outcomes using computer-assisted surgery in total knee arthroplasty require further investigation.

BACKGROUND:Whether tranexamic acid can effectively and safely reduce blood loss and al ogeneic transfusion rate in total hip arthroplasty remains controversial at present. OBJECTIVE:To assess the efficacy and safety of tranexamic acid administration in total hip arthroplasty using meta-analysis. METHODS:Clinical randomized control ed trials concerning tranexamic acid application in total hip arthroplasty published from January 1969 to December 2013 were retrieved from the PubMed, Ovid, Elsevier, Cochrane library, China National Knowledge Infrastructure and Wanfang database. Intraoperative blood loss, postoperative blood loss, total blood loss, al ogeneic transfusion rate and incidence of venous thromboembolism were compared using meta-analysis between the tranexamic acid and control groups. Detection and literature references were used as supplementary data. RevMan 5.0 software provided by Cochrane col aboration was used for meta-analyses. Conclusion was obtained according to analysis. The analysis checked the heterogeneity of data. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION:After comprehensive and rigorous screening, 19 high-quality (Jadad score not less than 3) randomized control ed studies were included. Meta-analysis results demonstrated that compared with the control group, tranexamic acid decreased the total blood loss [weighted mean difference (WMD)=-341.04, 95%confidence interval (CI) (-508.10,-173.97), P<0.001], intraoperative blood loss [WMD=-63.26, 95%CI (-111.33,-15.18), P=0.01] and postoperative blood loss [WMD=-229.53, 95%CI (-338.11,-120.94), P<0.000 1], and diminished al ogeneic transfusion rate [relative risk=0.45, 95%CI (0.35, 0.57), P<0.000 1] in patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty. No significant difference in incidence of venous thromboembolism was detectable. These data suggested that tranexamic acid could reduce blood loss and transfusion rate in patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty without increasing the risk of incidence of venous thromboembolism.

Objective To investigate the clinical effects and operation key-points of interphalangeal joint replacement arthroplasty for the treatment of traumatic arthritis.Methods From March 2005 to December 2010,5 patients with post-traumatic arthritis undergoing interphalangeal joint replacement arthroplasty in our hospital were selected.The operation indications,treatment of intraoperative flexor and extensor tendon lesion and postoperative rehabilitation were evaluated.Results Operative incisions of 5 cases were primary healing in class I grade A.Stitches were taken out 2 weeks after the operation.Patients were followed up for 1.5 years.The range of interphalangeal joint motion was 0 to 90 (extension/flexion) with no pain at end of follow-up.The hand function was excellent in 3 cases and good in 2 cases according to total active motion (TAM)hand function evaluation.Conclusions Interphalangeal joint replacement arthroplasty is an effective treatment for traumatic arthritis.Preoperative indications evaluation and postoperative rehabilitation should be focused on the treatment.

Femoral head necrosis and nonunion is a common complication after surgery of femoral neck fracture.Recently,femoral neck shortening have caused attentions which can impact the function of hip.Incidence,mearsurement,influence factor,prevention and treatment of femoral neck shortening have been retrospective reviewed.Amount of femoral neck shortening with sliding compression system is significantly more than length of stability system,which is result from its own mechanism.However,effcacy of length of stability system still need a large scale of sample.It uses radiography to diagnose shortening.The present measurement methods include displacement of femoral head,xyz-axis measurement,the length of exposed screw,the collapse of femoral head.However,position,the angle of screen and the defect of the method would increase deviation.A measurement with simple,wide application and accuracy need to continue to explore.Apart from patients' condition,shortening also affected by the pattern and quality of surgery.Overall,older women,displacement fracture,unsatisfactory reduction will increase the risk and shrinkage of shortening.In addition,the pattern of the internal fixation becomes the research focus in the field of orthopedic clinical research.Including the transformation of sliding compression system device and design of novel device.How to combine them together organically could be a future development direction.Meanwhile,there are still in exploratory stage to decide whether biological combined with internal fixation can prevent shortening.Intertrochanteric osteotomy can achieve union and correct the limblength discrepancy,However,it did not restore the length of femoral neck.So,it is unknown that whether the method can solve the slight shortening which have impacted the hip function.

Objective To introduce the method,characteristics and indication of unreamed in-tramedullery nailing in treatment of open tibia fractures.Methods 28 cases were classified according to the Gustilo method:18 belonged to type I,8 type II and 2 type III a.26 nails with 8mm in diameter and 2 nails with 7mm in diameter were used.Results All cases were fixed successfully with unreamed nailing without any X-ray aids.All of fractures had no infection,and healed in an average time of 5.6 months.There were no broken nails and screws in this series.Conclusion The unreamed intramedullary nailing is an advantageous therapeutic method with simple management,little trauma and wide indication in management of open tibia fractures.

Objective To investigate the method and effect of monosegment pedicle instrumentafinn on thoraeolumbar vertebral fracture.Methods Sixteen patients with thoracolumbar vertebral fractures treated by open reduction and monosegment pedicle instrumentation through posterior approach.Posterolateral bone grafting was done in all cases,9 cases were quite decompressed using laminectomy.The follow-up time Was 8-24 months.The spine radiographs and CT scan were taken pre-and post-operation.The parameters used for clinical evaluation were the Denis pain scale,neurological evaluation by the Frankel scale and bone graft healing evaluation by the Suk scale.Results All of the fractures were reduced satisfactorily during the follow-up.The height of the injured vertebral improved rate was 30.8%,kyphosis of the injured vertebral segment rectified obviously.There was no implant break,and no signs of losing were observed in any patient.Nine patients which had neurological deficiency had average improvement more than one degree by the Frankel scale.After operation the pain score was P1 in 14 patients and P2 in 2 patients.Condnsion For the appropriate patients with thoracolumbar vertebral fractures,open reduction and internal fixation of monosegment pedicle instrumentation through posterior approach is a safe and effective method.

Objective To evaluate the results and relating factors in the treatment of proximal humeral fractures by replacement of humeral head prosthesis. Methods From March 2000 to March 2003, 21 cases with proximal humeral fractures, which were 10 males and 11 females aging from 62 to 82 years with an average of 72.3 years, were admitted to our hospital. All the patients were underwent one-stage operation of humeral head hemiarthroplasty through the anteromedial approach of shoulder joint. The average operative time was 60 minutes (range, 40 to 80 minutes) with a blood loss ranging form 200 ml to 300 ml. According to Neer classification, 6 cases were three-part fractures, 13 four-part fractures, and 2 head-splitting fractures. There were 18 fresh fractures and 3 old fractures. All the fractures were treated with replacement of humeral head prosthesis. After operation, the upper extremity was immobilized for 6 weeks, however, physical therapy, including pendulum, isometric elbow, and wrist and hand exercises, was begun on the first day after surgery. Results The follow-up ranged from 6 to 36 months with a mean period of 14.6 months. No lessening prosthesis, prosthesis dislocation, postoperative infection, nerve damage or periprosthesis fractures occurred. According to the scoring system modification for hemiarthroplasty (SSMH) of UCLA (Los. Angeles, California, USA) based on shoulder pain, functional status, muscle strength and range of motion, the average score was 24.5. Furthermore, the score was above 27 (excellent) in 3 cases, and 24 to 27 (good) in 14, and the excellent rate was 86%. The average score of pain was 9.3, function 8.6, muscle strength 8.2 in 21 cases. Conclusion Replacement of humeral head prosthesis is a preferable method for the treatment of proximal humeral fractures in the elderly patients, with significant effects in keeping the function and relieving the pain of the shoulder joint postoperatively.

Objective To evaluate the mitochondrial function of chondrocytes in Kashin-Beck disease (KBD) patients and its correlation with age.Methods Mitochondrial function was evaluated by analyzing the activities of respiratory chain enzyme complexes and citrate synthase (CS),intracellular adenosine triphosphate (ATP)contents, changes in mitochondrial membrane potential (ΔΨm),as well as the intracellular reactive oxygen species (ROS) contents.Correlation of mitodhondrial function and age was analyzed with linear regression.Results Activities of complexes Ⅱ (P = 0.001 ),Ⅲ (P = 0.005 )and Ⅳ (P = 0.005 )were reduced in KBD articular chondrocytes compared with cells from normal controls.However,the mitochondrial mass was increased in KBD samples. Cultured KBD chondrocytes had reduced cellular ATP level (P = 0.001 )and mitochondrial membrane potential (P =0.001),but increased citrate synthase activity (P =0.04)and intracellular ROS level (P <0.001).We found no correlation between mitochondrial function and donor age either in normal or in KBD chondrocytes. Conclusion Mitochondrial function is altered in articular chondrocytes of KBD,and no correlation was found between mitochondrial function and donor age.

Objective To investigate the feasibility and effects of modified Stoppa approach in treatment of anterior pelvic ring fractures.Methods The therapeutic effects of 21 patients with anterior pelvic ring fractures treated through the modified Stoppa approach from June 2008 to August 2011 were summarized and analyzed.According to Tile classification,there were seven patients with type A2 fractures,six with type B2 fractures,five type B3 fractures and three type C2 fractures.Surgical treatment through the modified Stoppa approach included anterior pelvic ring plates for 14 patients,anterior pelvic ring plates and external fixators for four and anterior pelvic ring plates and sacroiliac joint compressed cannulated screws for three.The fracture reduction and post-operative function were assessed by Matta criteria and Majeed system respectively.Results The incision length of the modified Stoppa approach ranged from 10 to 12 cm ( average,11 cm).The operation time ranged from 70 to 120 minutes ( average,95 minutes).The intra-operative blood loss ranged from 400 to 1 000 ml (average,700 ml ).According to the Matta criteria,all 21 patients obtained sound reduction,of whom 15 patients had bony union after 8-20 months follow-up post-operatively.The Majeed score in all patients showed a gradual increase postoperatively.Conclusions The modified Stoppa approach is characterized by convenience and directness in making incisions,clear operation field,easy reduction,few complications and fast recovery and hence is an ideal choice in surgical treatment of anterior pelvic ring fractures.

Objective To compare the biomechanical difference of two internal fixation approaches for the posterior pelvic ring fracture dislocation.Methods Six fresh adult cadaver pelvic specimens were tested biomechanically.Then,the specimens were subjected to Denis-I sacral pelvic fracture.The specimen was first fixed with improved Galveston fixation and then with improved Galveston fixation plus sacral rod.Biomechanical tests were performed from vertical and reversed directions on the fixed pelvis.Results Under vertical compression,the biomeehanical value of the improved Galveston fixation plus sacral rod was lower than that of the improved Galveston fixation,with no statistical difference between two methods(P ＞ 0.05).Under the reversed compression,the biomeehanieal value of the improved Galveston fixation plus sacral rod was lower than that of the improved Galveston fixation,with statistical difference between two groups(P ＜ 0.05).Conclusion The improved Galveston fixation combined with sacral rod can increase the anti-reverse stability of the posterior pelvic ring.