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Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 95-B, Issue SUPP_20 | Pages 9 - 9
1 Apr 2013
Shenoy P Muddu B
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Introduction

Surgical fixation of greater tuberosity fractures in the shoulder is the choice of treatment even if the fragment is minimally displaced. This helps to reduce the incidence of impingement secondary to a malunited tuberosity fragment especially in younger patients. We evaluated the functional outcome of our patients treated with open reduction and internal fixation of these fractures using cancellous screws.

Materials and Methods

19 patients with a mean age of 57.1 years (range 27–84) with 19 isolated greater tuberosity fractures treated with cancellous screws were included. These patients were evaluated after an average follow up period of nearly four years (range 66–444 weeks) using the DASH score and the Constant and Murley score. They were also clinically assessed to check for signs of impingement.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_XXXVII | Pages 49 - 49
1 Sep 2012
Jain N Jesudason P Rajpura A Muddu B Funk L
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Introduction

There are over 110 special tests described in the literature for clinical examination of the shoulder, but there is no general consensus as to which of these are the most appropriate to use. Individual opinion appears to dictate clinical practice. Rationalising which tests and clinical signs are the most useful would not only be helpful for trainees, but would also improve day to day practice and promote better communication and understanding between clinicians.

Methodology

We sent a questionnaire survey to all shoulder surgeons in the UK (BESS members), asking which clinical tests each surgeon found most helpful in diagnosing specific shoulder pathologies; namely sub-acromial impingement, biceps tendonitis, rotator cuff tears and instability; both anterior and posterior.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 94-B, Issue SUPP_III | Pages 27 - 27
1 Feb 2012
Sankar B Arumilli R Puttaraju A Choudhary Y Thalava R Muddu B
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Purpose

The aim of this prospective study was to determine the usefulness of a gravity stress view in detecting instability in isolated Weber B fractures of the fibula.

Materials and methods

We used a standard protocol for patient selection, exclusion, surgery/conservative management and follow-up. Open fractures, fracture dislocations, those with medial/posterior malleolus fractures and those with preliminary X-rays showing a talar shift/tilt were excluded. If the medial clear space increased beyond 4mm on stress radiographs, surgical reduction and fixation of the lateral malleolus was performed. If this remained 4mm or less conservative treatment was undertaken. We followed these patients at 2, 4, 6 and 12 weekly intervals.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 90-B, Issue SUPP_II | Pages 356 - 356
1 Jul 2008
Shivarathre D Agarwal M Sankar B Peravali B Muddu B
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Percutaneous fixation is a well recognised technique in the treatment of three-part and four-part fractures of the proximal humerus. Minimal fixation of these fractures do show good functional outcome and may further reduce the incidence of avascular complications. We report a preliminary series of 11 patients who underwent percutaneous minimal fixation of such complex humeral fractures using a new technique. 11 consecutive patients (7 with three-part fractures and 4 with four-part fractures) treated by percutaneous limited fixation in our Hospital were involved in this retrospective study. There were 7 fractures with valgus displacement. Percutaneous technique was employed using small incisions and the fracture was reduced under image guidance. The three-part and the four-part fractures were essentially converted into two part fractures, i.e. only the greater and the lesser tuberosities were re-attached to head with AO cancellous screws after realignment of the fragments. The shaft of the humerus was not fixed to the head in any of the cases. All of these cases had a minimum follow-up of at least 6 months. The results were evaluated using the Constant -Murley Shoulder score. 1 out of 11 cases had to be converted to hemi-arthroplasty due to secondary redisplacement of the fracture. The remaining 10 cases showed good bony union although the greater tuberosity in 2 cases showed a residual superior displacement of 3mm and a residual valgus displacement in 2 out of 7 cases. There were no complications of avascular necrosis in any of the cases. Clinically, compared to the uninjured side the average constant score was 93.7% (range- 68.7% – 100%). 7 patients were very satisfied and 4 were satisfied with the operation. Percutaneous minimal fixation achieves good to very good functional outcome comparable to the conventional methods and theoretically reduces the incidence of infection, avascular necrosis and neurological complications.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 90-B, Issue SUPP_I | Pages 25 - 26
1 Mar 2008
Dunkow P Muddu B
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We conducted a prospective randomised controlled trial. 45 patients (total of 47 elbows) underwent either a formal open release or a percutaneous tenotomy (24 open, 23 percutaneous). All patients had pre-operative assessment by the DASH (Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) scoring system. The surgery was performed by 1 surgeon (BN Muddu). Both groups were followed up for a minimum of 12 months and re-assessed using the DASH scores, time for return to work and patient satisfaction. Statistical analysis using Mann-Whitney and repeated measures ANOVA were performed.

The groups were similar in respect of demographic and pre-test variables. Statistical analyses using Mann-Whitney showed significant differences for patient satisfaction (p=0.012), time to return to work (p=0.0001), improvements in DASH Score (p=0.002) and improvement in sporting activities (p=0.046). There was a trend to improvement in work related activity. Repeated measures ANOVA comparing the pre-operative data for each group were also significant for standardized DASH scores (p=0.0082) and sporting activities (p=0.043).

Our study has shown that there is a significant difference in outcome in the two patient groups. Those patients undergoing a percutaneous release returned to work on average 3 weeks earlier and their symptoms as shown from their DASH scores improved significantly more than those undergoing an open procedure. The percutaneous procedure is a quicker, simpler procedure to perform than an open procedure. Our study has shown that patients have significantly better outcome measures after a percutaneous procedure.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 87-B, Issue SUPP_III | Pages 335 - 335
1 Sep 2005
Dunkow P Muddu B
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Introduction and Aims: To compare the outcome of percutaneous release and fonnal open release for tennis elbow.

Method: We conducted a prospective randomised controlled trial. 45 patients (total of 47 elbows) underwent either a formal open release or a percutaneous tenotomy (24 open, 23 percutaneous). All patients had pre-operative assessment by the DASH (Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) scoring system. The surgery was performed by one surgeon (BN Muddu). Both groups were followed up for a minimum of 12 months and re-assessed using the DASH scores, time for return to work and patient satisfaction. Statistical analysis using Mann-Whitney and repeated measures ANOV A were performed.

Results: The groups were similar in respect of demographic and pre-test variables. Statistical analyses using Mann-Whitney showed significant differences for patient satisfaction (p=O.OI2), time to return to work (p=O.OOOI), improvements in DASH Score (p=O. OO2) and improvement in sporting activities (p=O. O46). There was a trend to improvement in eight in work related activity. Repeated measures ANOV A comparing the pre-operative data for each group were also significant for standardised DASH scores (p=O. OO82) and sporting activities (p=O.O43).

Conclusion: Our study has shown that there is a significant difference in outcome in the two patient groups. Those patients undergoing a percutaneous release returned to work on average three weeks earlier and their symptoms as shown from their DASH scores improved significantly more than those undergoing an open procedure. The percutaneous procedure is a quicker, simpler procedure to perform than an open procedure. Our study has shown that patients have significantly better outcome measures after a percutaneous procedure.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 86-B, Issue SUPP_III | Pages 266 - 266
1 Mar 2004
Jena D Ng B Muddu B Richardson J
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Aims: This study aims to identify whether there is seasonal variation in proximal femoral fractures in ageing population. Methods: We carried out a study to find out whether there is a definite variation in the incidence of these fractures. The number of operated proximal femoral fractures across 31 hospitals of Northwest England and Scotland were collected on a monthly basis from 1994 to 1999. This database of 27,000 operated proximal femoral fractures was assessed statistically. Results: Our analysis reveals that the incidence of these fractures during December is about 17% higher than rest of the annual mean with a 2% standard error of the mean (SEM) and in January this increase is about 22% with a SEM of 1%. These trend and pattern were observed for both intra and extra capsular fractures of neck of femur and was consistent over the five years. There was no other significant change in the incidence pattern during other months of the year. Conclusions: This study, one of the largest of its kind ever carried out, proves that there is an increase in the incidence of hip fractures in the months of December and January. There should be appropriate allocation of manpower and rehabilitation facilities during the months of December and January to tackle this seasonal variation.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 85-B, Issue SUPP_I | Pages 66 - 66
1 Jan 2003
Dunkow P Muddu B
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Aims of the Study: To compare the outcome of percutaneous release and formal open release for tennis elbow.

Material and Methods: We conducted a prospective randomised controlled trial. 45 patients (total of 47 elbows) underwent either a formal open release or a percutaneous tenotomy (24 open, 23 percutaneous). All patients had pre-operative assessment by the DASH (Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand) scoring system. The surgery was performed by 1 surgeon (BN Muddu). Both groups were followed up for a minimum of 12 months and re-assessed using the DASH scores, time for return to work and patient satisfaction. Statistical analysis using Mann-Whitney and repeated measures ANOVA were performed.

Results: The groups were similar in respect of demographic and pre-test variables. Statistical analyses using Mann-Whitney showed significant differences for patient satisfaction (p=0.012), time to return to work (p=0.0001), improvements in DASH Score (p=0.002) and improvement in sporting activities (p=0.046). There was a trend to improvement in work related activity. Repeated measures ANOVA comparing the pre-operative data for each group were also significant for standardized DASH scores (p=0.0082) and sporting activities (p=0.043).

Discussion/Conclusion: Our study has shown that there is a significant difference in outcome in the two patient groups. Those patients undergoing a percutaneous release returned to work on average 3 weeks earlier and their symptoms as shown from their DASH scores improved significantly more than those undergoing an open procedure. The percutaneous procedure is a quicker, simpler procedure to perform than an open procedure. Our study has shown that patients have significantly better outcome measures after a percutaneous procedure.


Orthopaedic Proceedings
Vol. 84-B, Issue SUPP_II | Pages 192 - 192
1 Jul 2002
Muddu B Peravali B Ferns B Nashi M Subbiah K
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We conducted a prospective evaluation of patients with anterior dislocation of the shoulder associated with a fracture of the greater tuberosity.

Thirty-four anterior dislocations of the shoulder with greater tuberosity fractures were reviewed with a minimum follow-up of one year from the time of injury. Eight required open reduction. The final outcome with regard to pain, range of movements, and function was assessed in 34 patients. In open reduction, there were five good results, one fair, one poor and one patient died.

In the non-operative group, results were good in 11 patients, fair in eight, poor in one, not assessed in five and one patient died. Two patients have died in this series, one in the open reduction group. Associated injuries are: axillary nerve damage (three), brachial plexus injury (one), loose fragment under the acromion (one) and stiffness of the shoulder (three)

Anterior dislocations of the shoulder with fracture of the greater tuberosity do not always lead to good results. Close observation after reduction is important to check for later displacement of the fractures.


The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery British Volume
Vol. 74-B, Issue 4 | Pages 627 - 628
1 Jul 1992
Muddu B Barrie J Morris M


The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery British Volume
Vol. 72-B, Issue 1 | Pages 147 - 147
1 Jan 1990
Muddu B Morris M Fahmy N