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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 104-B, Issue SUPP_11 | Pages 3 - 3
1 Nov 2022
Mohan R Staunton D Carter J Highcock A
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Abstract

Background and study aim

The UK National Joint Registry(NJR) has not reported total knee replacement (TKR)survivorship based on design philosophy alone, unlike its international counterparts. We report outcomes of implant survivorship based on design philosophy using data from NJR's 2020 annual report.

Materials and methods

All TKR implants with an identifiable design philosophy from NJR data were included. Cumulative revision data for cruciate-retaining(CR), posterior stabilised(PS), mobile-bearing(MB) design philosophies was derived from merged NJR data. Cumulative revision data for individual brands of implants with the medial pivot(MP) philosophy were used to calculate overall survivorship for this design philosophy. The all-cause revision was used as the endpoint and calculated to 15 years follow-up with Kaplan-Meier curves.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 104-B, Issue SUPP_7 | Pages 2 - 2
1 Jul 2022
Mohan R Staunton DM Carter JR Highcock A
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Abstract

Introduction

The UK National Joint Registry(NJR) has not reported total knee replacement (TKR)survivorship based on design philosophy alone, unlike its international counterparts. We report outcomes of implant survivorship based on design philosophy using data from NJR's 2020 annual report.

Methodology

All TKR implants with an identifiable design philosophy from NJR data were included. Cumulative revision data for cruciate-retaining(CR), posterior stabilised(PS), mobile-bearing(MB) design philosophies was derived from merged NJR data. Cumulative revision data for individual brands of implants with the medial pivot(MP) philosophy were used to calculate overall survivorship for this design philosophy. The all-cause revision was used as the endpoint and calculated to 15 years follow-up with Kaplan-Meier curves.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 97-B, Issue SUPP_12 | Pages 51 - 51
1 Nov 2015
Highcock A Siney P Wroblewski B Jones HW Raut V
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Introduction

Severe osteolysis of the femur secondary to aseptic loosening in hip arthroplasty, remains a difficult revision scenario. Multiple techniques have been developed to aid the surgeon, including restoration of bone stock with impaction bone grafting or strut allografts, various distal fixation prostheses and mega-prostheses. Cemented femoral components, with integration of the cement into the cavitations, has largely fallen out of favour. We examined the long-term outcomes with this technique.

Patients/Materials & Methods

Between 1977 and 1990, 109 patients had a cemented stem revision (without bone grafting) for severe femoral osteolysis in the absence of infection. Severe osteolysis was defined as cavitation in a minimum of 4 Gruen zones. Follow-up included functional scoring, radiological assessment and any complications. Further revision and survivorship analysis for stem failure or aseptic loosening of the femoral component were recorded.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 96-B, Issue SUPP_10 | Pages 21 - 21
1 Jul 2014
Robinson S Highcock A Cleary G James L
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The purpose of this study is to assess the improvement in pain and function of the ankle when arthrodiastasis is used for end stage juvenile idiopathic arthritis [JIA] in the paediatric population.

All patients treated with ankle arthrodiastasis, 2009–2013 were studied. Clinical, radiological and survivorship data were examined. The Oxford Ankle Foot Questionnaire for Children (OxAFQ-C) and Parents (OxAFQ-P), along with the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) Clinical rating system for Ankle-Hindfoot were recorded pre-operatively and at 6 months.

Eight patients (9 ankles) with severe tibiotalar JIA, refractory to medical management were treated. Average age at surgery was 14.5 years (range 8–19). Average length of arthrodiastasis was 3.5 months. Length of follow-up averaged 13 months (range 5–28 months).

All scores showed an improvement at 6 months. OxAFQ-C scores (out of 60) improved on average from 23 to 43. OxAFQ-P scores also improved from19 to 39. The largest improvement was found for the physical subsection. AOFAS Ankle-Hindfoot score (out of 100) averaged 34 pre-op and 74 at 6 months. Pain scored out of 10 decreased from an average of 7.4 to 4.3 at 6 months. All patients and parents were satisfied with the surgery and would have the procedure performed again.

Radiological studies demonstrated cartilage regeneration, joint restoration and deformity correction with arthrodiastasis. Survivorship was good (75%) at 36 months, but 2 patients (3 ankles) had subsequent surgery in the adult sector for progression of disease despite initial improvement following arthrodiastasis.

This case series demonstrates the efficacy of ankle arthrodiastasis as a surgical option in severe end-stage ankle inflammatory arthritis in paediatric patients in the short to midterm. It improved functional scores and pain scores which should delay the need for more radical joint fusion or replacement procedures in this challenging surgical condition.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_XXXIX | Pages 88 - 88
1 Sep 2012
Highcock A Craghill E Simmons D
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Introduction

Oral factor Xa inhibitors have recently been licensed for use as thromboprophylaxis in arthroplasty surgery. Phase IV trials have proven there efficacy in DVT/PE prevention with comparable rates in major adverse events, including major bleeding. We examined whether the introduction of rivaroxoban, an oral factor Xa inhibitor, increased total blood loss in patients undergoing primary arthroplasty surgery.

Methods

Two groups were studied. The intervention group were prescribed rivaroxoban thrombophrophylaxis 6–10 hours post-surgery, and the control group were prescribed low molecular weight heparin (daltaparin 5,000u) 6–10 hours post-surgery. All other factors were kept constant.

Pre- and post-operative haemoglobin levels (post-operative day 2) were recorded. Any requirement for transfusion was also documented. Actual drop in haemoglobin levels was compared between the two groups.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_XIII | Pages 7 - 7
1 Apr 2012
Highcock A Robinson S Sherry P
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AIM

To evaluate patient outcomes in surgically managed ankle fractures with respect to fracture pattern, timing of surgery and length of stay.

METHOD

A retrospective review was undertaken of all patients admitted with an ankle fracture requiring a surgical procedure to our hospital between 1st Jan 2008 – 31st Dec 2008. Patient records were reviewed for baseline demographics and dates of admission, surgery and discharge. Radiographs were examined for fracture pattern and any evidence of dislocation.

Patients were grouped into either early surgery (<48hours), or delayed surgery (>48hours). Data was analysed for length of stay (total, pre- and post-operative), time to surgery and factors influencing timing of surgery.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 92-B, Issue SUPP_III | Pages 378 - 378
1 Jul 2010
Highcock A Moulton L Rourke K de Matas M Pillay R
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Introduction: The management atlanto-axial fractures, particularly those of the odontoid peg, remains controversial. We managed patients with C1/C2 fractures non-operatively in rigid immobilization until CT-scanning confirmed bony union, rather than for the standard 3-month period. We examined whether this improved outcomes and reduced the need for surgery.

Method: All patients admitted to our unit with atlanto-axial fractures between 2001–2007 were retrospectively analyzed. All fractures had the ‘intention-to-treat’ conservatively in either halothoracic vest (85%) or Aspen collar (15%). Rigid immobilization was maintained until CT-scanning demonstrated bony fusion. Functional stability was subsequently assessed with flexion-extension radiographs after removal of rigid immobilization.

Results: Twenty-seven patients were studied. Nineteen had odontoid peg fractures (10 type II; 9 type III). The remainder consisted of 3 Hangman’s, 3 lateral mass and 2 atlas ring fractures. 83% of patients progressed to union at an average of 13.2 weeks (range 5–22). Six complications related to halo immobilization were observed (three skull perforations/pin-site infections). All of these patients progressed to union non-operatively.

Failure of non-operative management was deemed as non-union or poor patient tolerance of halo, and occurred in 4 patients (17%). All four had type II odontoid peg fractures, and had transarticular screw fixation. One postoperative complication of screw fracture was recorded.

Conclusion: Non-union rates of conservatively managed atlanto-axial fractures with standard 3-month rigid immobilization have been reported as high as 35%. In our series, CT-imaging to confirm bony union prior to removal of the rigid immobilization (prolonging immobilization where necessary) significantly lowered the rate of non-union and therefore the need for subsequent surgery.

Ethics approval: None Audit

Interest Statement: None