• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제12권1호
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• pp.86-92
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• 2008

Purpose: To evaluate the safety and prognostic factors of intramedullary nailing of distal tibia fractures in terms of function and symptoms of the ankle joint. Materials and Methods: We retrospectively analyzed 22 distal tibial fractures with intramedullary nailing. The mean duration of follow-up was 43 months. We reviewed medical records to describe each case. We measured radiographic parameters such as fracture configuration, arthritic change of the ankle joint and status of reduction. We also assessed clinical results by AOFAS ankle hind foot scoring system, degree of pain by VAS and range of motion to find out prognostic factors for functional result of the ankle joint. Results: Bone healing was obtained in all cases without any wound complications. Mean AOFAS ankle score was 94. There were 4 cases with mild (VAS<3/10) ankle pain and 2 cases with mild limitation of ankle motion. The comminution of fracture had a significant relationship with delayed angular deformity of ankle joint (p=0.032). There was no other significant parameter affecting ankle joint function except the location of nail-end. Conclusion: Intramedullary nailing in distal tibia fracture is a safe and effective procedure. But further study may need to evaluate the relationship between the position of nail-end and the function of ankle joint.

• 한국방사선학회논문지
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• 제7권2호
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• pp.107-112
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• 2013

발목 병변을 관찰하는 단순 방사선촬영은 여러 가지가 있다. 그 중에서 Ankle Broden법은 발꿈치뼈(Calcaneus) 및 발목뼈(Ankle Joint)의 결합상태와 발목뼈의 발꿈치뼈 골절(Calcaneus Fracture), Subtentaculum Tali Frature를 관찰하기 위하여 촬영을 한다. 이 촬영법은 전 후면과 측면뿐 아니라, 사면 상(oblique view)이나 축 상(axial view)의 촬영을 하며 잦은 부상이 발생하는 목말뼈 발꿈치뼈간, 발꿈치뼈 발배뼈간 결합상을 보기 위해 주로 촬영을 한다. 본 연구는 석고처치 환자들은 발목관절이 영상에 잘 묘출되기가 어렵기 때문에 발목뼈 사이의 관계 및 연부조직의 구조적 변화와 Subtalar joint, Calcaneus Fracture, Subtentaculum Tali Frature에 따른 목말뼈 발꿈치뼈의 골 결합 (talocalcaneal coalition)을 관찰하기 위한 Harris-Beath View($30^{\circ}{\sim}55^{\circ}$) 촬영 시 평가에 유용한 발목뼈의 결합상을 얻을 수 있는 각도를 알아보고자 하였다. 연구의 진행은 40명의 환자에게서 획득한 영상을 평가하였으며, 평가결과 $25^{\circ}$의 촬영상은 목말밑 관절(subtalar joint)이 열려져 분리되지 않았고 또한, Subtentaculum Tali Frature에 중복되어 보였다. $30^{\circ}$의 촬영상은 발꿈치뼈 골절(Calcaneus Fracture), Subtentaculum Tali Frature, 목말밑관절(subtalar joint과 후방 관절면의 앞부분이 가장 잘 나타나고 Calcaneo Navicularcoalition, Talocal Canealcoalition, Naviculo Cuneiform coalition의 결합상태가 명확하게 보였다. $35^{\circ}$의 촬영상은 목말밑관절(subtalar joimt), 목말뼈(talus), 발뒤꿈치뼈의 뒤쪽관절면이 명확하고 발목발꿈치관절(talocalcaneal joint)의 분리정도가 좋고 발목뼈굴(sinus tarsi)이 넓게 나타나며 좋은 평가가 되었다. $45^{\circ}$영역에서는 연부조직과 석고 분리를 판별할 수 있었고 가쪽복사와 뼈 밀도가 명확하게 보였다. $35^{\circ}$에 비해 발꿈치뼈(Calcaneus)이 분리되었지만 영상이 왜곡되어 보였다. Calcaneus, Subtentaculum Tali Frature는 $25^{\circ}$에서 $1.20{\pm}0.414$, $30^{\circ}$에서는 $2.47{\pm}0.516$, $35^{\circ}$에서는 $2.87{\pm}0.352$, $45^{\circ}$에서는 $2.27{\pm}0.458$로 나타났고 통계적으로 유의한 차이가 나타났다(p<0.05). 왜곡의 정도를 포함시키면 $30^{\circ}$영역의 왜곡이 적게 나타났고, $40^{\circ}$ 영역은 심한 왜곡현상을 보였다. 따라서 Ankle(Broden)촬영에서 $30{\sim}35^{\circ}$상이 가장 좋은 영상이었으며, $30{\sim}40^{\circ}$상에서는 Calcaneus Fracture, Subtentaculum Tali Frature의 진단에 가장 좋은 영상을 묘출하였다.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제26권4호
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• pp.163-170
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• 2022

Purpose: The proximal fifth metatarsal fracture is one of the most common foot fractures. However, few studies have evaluated the associated injuries in patients with a proximal fifth metatarsal fracture. The purpose of this study was to investigate the incidence of foot and ankle joint injuries associated with proximal fifth metatarsal fractures and compare the incidence of these injuries based on the injury mechanisms and location of the fracture. Materials and Methods: This retrospective study included 157 patients with a proximal fifth metatarsal fracture who underwent surgery from January 2014 to August 2021. Their medical records and radiology images were reviewed to classify and analyze the associated injuries. The proximal fifth metatarsal fractures were classified using Lawrence and Botte's classification. Injury mechanisms were divided into direct and indirect injuries. The incidence of injuries was statistically analyzed according to the injury mechanism and classification. Results: Of the 157 patients with proximal fifth metatarsal fractures, 81 (51.6%) were diagnosed with foot and ankle joint injuries. The incidence of foot injuries was 65.4%, that of ankle joint injuries was 19.8%, and of both foot and ankle joint injuries was 14.8%. In patients with direct injuries, the incidence of foot and ankle joint injuries was 82.5% and that of indirect injuries was 41.0%. Statistical differences were observed between the incidence of direct and indirect injuries (p<0.001). The incidence of injuries, according to Lawrence and Botte's classification, was 54.9% (Zone I), 41.2% (Zone II), and 50.0% (Zone III) respectively. However, there were no statistically significant variations in the locations of the proximal fifth metatarsal fractures (p=0.051). Conclusion: In this study, the incidence of foot and ankle joint injuries associated with proximal fifth metatarsal fractures was found to be high. Therefore, a careful physical examination and appropriate radiological evaluation are recommended for patients with such fractures.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제17권3호
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• pp.182-188
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• 2013

Purpose: We evaluate clinical manifestations and radiologic features of ankle fracture & dislocation, as well as the usefulness of computed tomography on posterior ankle fracture & dislocation to study factors contributing to ankle fracture & dislocation. Material and Methods: Ankle dislocation was defined as the center of talar body being translated over the cortex of tibia on AP or lateral view on simple X-ray. Surgical treatments of 30 patients from January 2007 to March 2012 were categorized according to the injury mechanism, the direction of dislocation and fracture site. Joint involvement of posterior malleoalr fracture was evaluated through simple x-ray and computed tomography. We treated surgically if posterior malleolus fracture involves more than 25% of dital tibial articular surface. Thereafter, clinical outcomes were identified through radiographs and by using the AOFAS score. Results: The mean age was 42(13-78) years old, and slip down was the most common injury mechanism (13 cases). Car accident (6 cases) and fall accident (4 cases) were the next frequently found injury mechanisms. As for the types of ankle fracture, posterior fracture and dislocation (21 cases, 43.3%) was most commonly found. Out of these 21 cases, 15 cases involved trimalleolar fracture, and 19 cases were associated with posterior malleolar fracture. Danis-weber type B and C patients were 11 cases and 10 cases respectively. Articular involvement of posterior malleolar fracture turned out to be average 27.9%(5.1%~49.1%) on simple x-ray. The rate was evaluated as average 31.7%(12.6%~55.3%) on computed tomography which was conducted 15 times, and led us to more meaningful data. Conclusion: Anterolateral fracture and dislocation often accompanied open dislocation. Posterior fracture dislocation was most commonly found. Posterior malleolus was an important factor that ensures posterior stability of the ankle joint. Computed tomograph is useful to evaluate the articular involvement of posterior malleolar fracture.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제4권1호
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• pp.35-38
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• 2000

Osteochondral fracture is common in adolescent and usually occurs in the knee and ankle. Many authors have written concerning osteochondral fracture of the ankle joint, however, many of these pertain only to the talus. The author has found an osteochondral fracture of the articular surface of the medial malleolus within the ankle joint not previously described. We report a case of this lesion that was treated by arthroscopic osteochondral fragment removal.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제4권2호
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• pp.61-66
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• 2000

Purpose: To evaluate the clinical validity of percutaneous screw fixation in Maisonneuve fracture. Material and Methods: Out of 5 Maisonneuve fracture patients hospitalized in the department of orthopedic surgery of Seigang hospital from February 1995 to May 1998, 4 patients were treated with percutaneous screw fixation and 1 patient was treated with percutaneous screw fixation and repair of deltoid ligament altogether. The results were evaluated on the clinical and radiological finding. Results: In all cases, the range of motion of ankle joint was normal, the complication such as postoperative pain and post-traumatic arthritis were not found. Widening of medial clear space or talar shift were not found in the follow up X-ray and tibiofibular distance, compared with normal ankle joint was same on follow up CT. Conclusion: Percutaneous screw fixation is simple, less invasive and more effective method in the treatment of Maisonneuve fracture.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제21권1호
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• pp.21-26
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• 2017

Purpose: To evaluate the clinical outcome of an operation with early rehabilitation from ankle fracture in accordance with the injury type. Materials and Methods: A total of 136 patients (70 males and 66 females) who underwent surgery and early rehabilitation for ankle fractures between December 2008 and December 2013 were retrospectively reviewed. The average age was 47.9 years, with a range of 18~79 years. The mean follow-up period was 28.7 months, with a range of 24~102 months. All patients were classified in accordance with the Lauge Hansen classification and anatomic fracture site. Moreover, the presence of ligament injuries were documented. A short-leg cast was applied postoperatively for two weeks; thereafter, patients began the range-of-motion exercises after cast removal. Full weightbearing was allowed at 2 weeks postoperatively. Each patient was assessed radiologically and clinically based on the OlerudMolander score, visual analogue scale (VAS) for pain, joint stiffness, and capability of single heel raising. Results: Seventeen patients (12.5%) complained of postoperative pain (VAS score 1~3), and the incidence was higher in patients with trimalleolar fractures or associated ligament injuries. Twenty-three patients (16.9%) complained of postoperative ankle stiffness. The mean Olerud-Molander score was 75.4/80 (range, 55~80). Olerud-Molander scores were lower in patients with ligament injuries than in those with fracture alone. There was no nonunion or fracture displacement even after early weightbearing walking. Conclusion: In this retrospective series, early rehabilitation after surgical restoration of ankle mortise by anatomical reduction and stabilization was shown to be successful. Earlier motion exercise and weightbearing walking can minimize fracture complications like joint stiffness or weakness in ankle fracture.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제21권3호
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• pp.108-112
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• 2017

The midtarsal joint is composed of the talonavicular and calcaneocuboid joints. It is also known as the Chopart joint. Midtarsal joint fracture and dislocation are relatively rare and frequently missed or misdiagnosed. A proper understanding about the anatomy of the midtarsal joint is an essential part in comprehending the mechanism of injury and rationale for treatment. Anatomical reduction of midtarsal joint with correction of the column in length and shape are important; however, it is technically challenging and may require open procedure. Herein, we described a case of initial open reduction and internal fixation for midtarsal joint fracture and dislocation with a brief literature review.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제18권3호
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• pp.124-128
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• 2014

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to assess the treatment outcomes and prognosis of Lisfranc joint fracture and dislocation according to the mechanism of injury and treatment method. Materials and Methods: Twenty six patients with Lisfranc fracture-dislocation who had been treated surgically were included in this retrospective study. The patients were divided into two groups according to mechanism of injury: direct crushing injury (16 patients) and indirect rotational or compressive injury (10 patients). The patients were also divided into three groups according to the surgical methods. The parameters used were radiographic evaluation, patients' subjective satisfaction levels, length of hospital stay, and the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) midfoot score. Statistical analysis was performed. Results: The mean postoperative AOFAS midfoot score was 78.7. The mean length of stay was 39.6 days. Statistically significant differences in subjective satisfaction, AOFAS midfoot score, and length of hospital stay were observed between the two groups (p<0.05). However, no significance differences were observed between the three groups who were divided according to the different surgical methods (p>0.05). Conclusion: Mechanism of trauma and the severity of soft-tissue injury were significant prognostic factors affecting the surgical outcomes of Lisfranc joint fracture and dislocation.

• 대한족부족관절학회지
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• 제4권1호
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• pp.19-22
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• 2000

Fracture and dislocation of the four lateral metatarsal head and neck at the metatarsophalangeal joint, which may be associated with a hyperextension force, axial load, and additional rotating force, has rarely been reported. The patient was a 32-year-old man who sustained the injury in a motor vehicle accident. Manual reduction was easily performed but maintenance of reduction was difficult, due to the associated fractures of the metatarsal necks. Thus percutaneous internal fixation with Kirshner's wires was required.