Lipoma Arborescens: A Case of Massive Knee Swelling

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Vol. 10 | Issue 1 | January-February 2022 | Page: 29-31 | Rinju Krishnan, Aditi A. Pinto, Tarun Desai, Rajkumar S. Amaravathi

DOI:10.13107/jkoa.2022.v10i01.049

Authors:  Rinju Krishnan [1], Aditi A. Pinto [1], Tarun Desai [1], Rajkumar S. Amaravathi
[1]

[1] Department Of Orthopaedics, St. Johns Medical College, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

Address of Correspondence

Dr. Rajkumar S. Amaravathi,
Department Of Orthopaedics, St. Johns Medical College, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
E-mail: rajamarvathi@gmail.com

Abstract

Lipoma arborescens is not so common condition of unknown etiology. The usual presentation is that of a long standing mono articular soft tissue swelling involving the knee joint. This diagnosis is not often made clinically but usually made with the help of Magnetic Resonance imaging and Biopsy. We are reporting a case of chronic massive knee joint swelling so as to raise awareness about the condition and its imaging features, so that misdiagnosis can be avoided and early appropriate treatment can be given.
Keywords: Lipoma arborescens, Synovium, Magnetic Resonance Imaging

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Calcaneal Intraosseous Lipoma: A Case Report

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Vol. 10 | Issue 1 | January-February 2022 | Page: 26-28 | Bharath Raju G, Ravish V N, Naveen Kumar, B M Bharath Gowda

DOI:10.13107/jkoa.2022.v10i01.048

Authors:  Bharath Raju G [1], Ravish V N [1], Naveen Kumar [1], B M Bharath Gowda [1]

[1] Department of Orthopaedics, KIMSH & RC, V.V Puram, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

Address of Correspondence

Dr. B M Bharath Gowda,
Department of Orthopaedics, KIMSH & RC, V.V Puram, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
E-mail: bharathg931@gmail.com

Abstract

Background: This case report is presented to increase awareness among clinicians about the existence of this rare cause of calcaneal pain. Intraosseous lipoma is a rare, benign primary tumour occurring in the bone We report a 40-year-old lady who presented with the history of one week old trauma with pain in the lateral aspect of right ankle which was clinically diagnosed to be right lateral collateral ligament sprain. The radiographs of the right ankle and heel incidentally revealed a lytic lesion. The patient had no symptoms persisting to foot and heel. MRI of right foot was suggestive of calcaneal stage 2 intra osseous lipoma. In view of the subchondral location of the lesion, prophylactically the lesion was treated with curettage and bone grafting to prevent the pathological fracture. The post-operative radiographs demonstrated continued remodelling and healing of the graft site. The patient was followed up on an OPD basis and made a full recovery with good patient compliance. Even though this tumour is rare, there is a need for physicians to recognize its radiological findings and offer the appropriate treatment options. It is also important for primary care physicians to be aware that there are other causes of heel pain than the common suspects.
Keywords: Intraosseous lipoma, Heel pain, Lytic lesion, Benign primary tumour

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Total Knee Arthroplasty in Bilateral Severe Fixed Flexion Deformity: A Case Report

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Vol. 10 | Issue 1 | January-February 2022 | Page: 22-25 | Rajesh S, Supreeth D R, Hemant K. Kalyan

DOI:10.13107/jkoa.2022.v10i01.047

Authors: Rajesh S [1], Supreeth D R [1], Hemant K. Kalyan [1]

[1] Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Address of Correspondence

Dr. Supreeth D R,
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India.
E-mail: 18supreethdr@gmail.com

Abstract

Background: Severe bilateral Fixed flexion deformity of the knees resulting from irreversible joint damage is a disabling complication of long-standing rheumatoid arthritis, associated with loss of ambulatory ability. While Total knee Arthroplasty is an effective treatment for such patients, it poses significant intra-operative technical demands and challenges with post-operative rehabilitation.
Method: We report a case of Severe Fixed flexion deformity of both knees in a 46-year-old male with long-standing rheumatoid arthritis, non-ambulatory since 5 years, treated by sequential total knee arthroplasty.
Results: Treating Severe bilateral Fixed flexion deformities in a non-ambulatory patient by sequential total knee Arthroplasty using standard implants yielded complete deformity correction and pain-free restoration of active range of motion in both knees with stable independent ambulation and complete restoration of lower limb function within 3 months of surgery.
Conclusion: Our case is particularly remarkable for complete restoration of stable, pain-free restoration of ambulation within 3months in a patient with severe bilateral knee fixed flexion deformities who had been non-ambulatory for 5 years preceding his bilateral sequential total knee arthroplasty.
Keywords: Fixed flexion deformity, Total knee arthroplasty, Common peroneal nerve, Rheumatoid arthritis.

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A Comparative Study Between the Functional and Radiological Outcomes of ACDF Using Locking Stand Alone Cage And Anterior Cervical Plate With Titanium Disc Cage in Degenerative Cervical Spine Disease

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Vol. 10 | Issue 1 | January-February 2022 | Page: 15-21 | HS Chandrashekar, Mohan N S, Ashwin S, Syed Farhan Bukhari, Nithin S M

DOI:10.13107/jkoa.2022.v10i01.046

Authors: HS Chandrashekar [1], Mohan N S [1], Ashwin S [1], Syed Farhan Bukhari [1], Nithin S M
[1]

[1] Department of Orthopaedics, Sanjay Gandhi Institute of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

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Dr. Ashwin S,
Department of Orthopaedics, Sanjay Gandhi Institute of Trauma and Orthopaedics, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
E-mail: ashwinsuresh47@gmail.com

Abstract

Background: Cervical spondylotic radiculopathy and myelopathy are common problems for which anterior cervical discectomy and fusion is a gold standard procedure. There are various implant options available, two of which are commonly used in practice. Anterior cervical cage with plate and locking standalone cage. Our study aims to compare these two methods to know the functional and radiological outcomes after Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion procedure.
Materials and Methods: We performed a prospective comparative study of 60 patients with single or two level degenerative cervical spine disease with failed conservative management. They were divided randomly into 2 groups of 30 patients each one group treated using locking standalone cage and the other with anterior cervical plate with cage using Smith Robinson approach. The clinical outcome was measured using visual analogue scores, Robinson’s criteria and Neck disability index and the radiological outcome was assessed using cobb’s angle, segmental height and segment angle with a follow up period of 2 years.
Results: At 2 years follow up, good functional outcomes were obtained in both implant groups in terms of Robinson criteria, neck disability index and visual analogue scale. And good radiological outcomes were obtained in both implant groups with 93.3% fusion rates in both groups. Significant dysphagia was seen in the cage with plate group(26.6%) and significant cage subsidence was noted in the standalone cage group(20%).
Conclusion: The functional and radiological outcomes are superior at 2 years follow up in both implant groups. Hence standalone cage and cage with plate technique both are equally safe and effective treatment options in 1 or 2 level degenerative cervical spine disease.
Keywords: Anterior cervical discectomy and fusion, Neck Disability Index, Visual Analogue scale, Locking standalone cage, Anterior cervical plate, cage subsidence, Robinson criteria.

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Functional Outcome Following Concurrent Medial Meniscus Posterior Horn Root Repair during High Tibial Osteotomy in Early Medial Compartment Osteoarthritis

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Vol. 10 | Issue 1 | January-February 2022 | Page: 09-14 | Kumar Amerendra Singh, Hitesh Shah

DOI:10.13107/jkoa.2022.v10i01.045

Authors: Anoop Pilar [1], Madan Mohan M [1], Sunil L K [1], Surendra Babu S [1], Padmanabhan Sekaran [2], Rajkumar S. Amaravathi [1]

[1] Department of Orthopaedics, St Johns Medical College and Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
[2] Department of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, Sparsh Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

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Dr. Rajkumar S. Amaravathi,
Department of Orthopaedics, St Johns Medical College and Hospital, Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
E-mail: rajkumar_as@yahoo.co.in

Abstract

Background: Meniscal root tears cause biomechanical changes comparable to a total meniscectomy. The resultant compromise in hoop stress, leads to decreased tibiofemoral contact area and increased contact pressure. This will lead to early arthritis. The meniscus root tear causes more detrimental changes in people with varus alignment of the lower limb. This increases the chances of progression to arthritis, causing joint pain and functional limitation, eventually necessitating early replacement surgery. Surgical management with repair of the meniscus, with corrective osteotomy restoring the normal anatomy, has been reported to improve clinical and functional outcomes and delay the replacement surgery. This study aimed to evaluate the functional outcome following concurrent Medial meniscus posterior horn root (MMPHRTs) repair during open medial wedge high tibial osteotomy (HTO) with medial osteoarthritis.
Methods: We performed posterior horn root repair with open medial wedge HTO in 9 patients, between 2016 and 2021. The mean follow-up of patients was 2 years. The mean Lysholm and IKDC scores showed significant improvement (7 had excellent and 2 had satisfactory scores). Patients returned to their expected activity of daily living.
Conclusion: Concurrent MMPHRT repair along with medial open wedge HTO for medial compartmental osteoarthritis with varus alignment gives good results and has shown good clinical and radiological outcome on short term follow-up.
Keywords: Meniscal root tear, Medial open wedge HTO, Preoperative planning, Outcome.

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Management of Late Presented Perthes Disease

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Vol. 10 | Issue 1 | January-February 2022 | Page: 05-08 | Kumar Amerendra Singh, Hitesh Shah

DOI:10.13107/jkoa.2022.v10i01.044

Authors: Kumar Amerendra Singh [1], Hitesh Shah [1]

[1] Department of Pediatric Orthopaedics, KMC, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India.

Address of Correspondence

Dr. Hitesh Shah,
Professor, Department of Pediatric Orthopaedics, KMC, Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India.
E-mail: hiteshshah12@gmail.com

 

Abstract

A child with Perthes disease presents at or after an advanced stage of advanced fragmentation is considered a late
presentation. The maximum femoral head deformation happens at the stage of advanced fragmentation. Preventive strategies are needed if the child presents before the advanced stage of fragmentation. The corrective strategies are deliberated if the child presents as a late presenter. The natural history of late presented Perthes is poorer than early presentation. Clinical features, investigation, various prognostic factors, management options and decision making of late presented Perthes disease have been revealed.
Keywords: Late presented Perthes disease, Hinge abduction, Severe collapse, Extrusion, Poor prognosis

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Vol. 10 | Issue 1 | January-February 2022 | Page: 04 | Anil K. Bhat

DOI:10.13107/jkoa.2022.v10i01.043

Authors: Anil K. Bhat [1]

[1] Department of Hand Surgery, Kasturba Medical College Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Manipal, Karnataka, India.

Address of Correspondence:
Dr. Anil K. Bhat,
Associate Dean, Professor and Head Department of Hand Surgery,
Kasturba Medical College Manipal, Manipal Academy of Higher Education,
Manipal, Karnataka, India.
E-mail: jkoa.editor@gmail.com

 

Editorial

Science is a way of equipping yourself with the tools to interpret what happens in front of you.”
— Neil de Grasse Tyson
Scientific research has always been an arduous task, involving patient and meticulous search on the library shelves and internet sources for past literature, doing thought-provoking experiments, documenting their productive results, writing and publishing reports. All this demands efficient use of time with a well-planned program, which includes close monitoring and supervision of projects, writing proposals, and scientific reports, while avoiding errors, quoting the correct citations, connecting networks, and searching for relevant journals for publication. How do we all plan for this challenging task?
Mercifully there are numerous online tools for the novice to help them organize their documents, search and cite literature, communicate and connect with professional contemporaries, and even more. An array of options are available, although the right tools yielding the best results may often be difficult to find. Here are a few options which I feel may be useful for our members.
• Project management tools like Trello and GanttPRO help manage project progress utilizing hierarchical listing that includes scheduling activities, formulating action plans, setting deadlines, resource allocation, establishing completion deadlines, and viewing progress.
• Innovative grammar check tools are now a ‘must have’ aid, detecting spelling, sentence and punctuation errors and correcting grammatical flaws. Grammarly and Trinka AI are two popular grammar checker tools available for researchers, which enhance the quality of language in the manuscript.
• EndNote and Mendeley have used reference management tools for correct citation and linking references in scientific articles.
• The bane of plagiarism can now be managed with numerous plagiarism checker tools such as Turnitin and Duplichecker. There are currently many journal finder tools, like Elsevier journal finder, which help send our article to the right and appropriate journal and save our precious time.
• Progress in research is vitally dependent on sharing individual scientific work for which exchange of ideas and connection between researchers. A great help encouraging collaborative effort is to connect through scientific, social networks sites like ResearchGate. These forums promote and publicize the research done in the scientific community and establish links between teams across continents. Many of these sites have a free trial version, which researchers, in the beginning, can use.

We congratulate our contributors to this edition and hope for more contributions from all our members as we finally move away from this pandemic. Have a great academic feast at KOACON 2022.

Sincerely
Dr Anil K. Bhat
Editor in Chief, JKOA
Associate Dean, Professor and Head
Department of Hand surgery
Kasturba Medical College, Manipal, MAHE

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