【摘要】 目的 比较正中神经压迫试验对腕管综合征（carpal tunnel syndrome，CTS）患者正中神经传导速度的影响。 方法 设置CTS组和对照组两个组别，共29例受试者纳入研究。CTS组为14例CTS患者，对照组为15例健康受试者。神经传导速度测定包括正中神经和尺神经的感觉传导末端潜伏期（distal sensory latency，DSL）、感觉神经动作电位（sensory nerve action potential， SNAP）、跨腕关节感觉传导速度（sensory conduction velocity，SCV）、运动传导末端潜伏期（distal motor latency，DML）及复合肌肉动作电位（compound muscle action potential，CMAP）。先测感觉传导，再测运动传导。正中神经压迫试验5 min后再次测量上述指标。 结果 正中神经压迫试验前后电生理检查考虑诊断CTS分别为22侧和24侧。压迫正中神经后，CTS组正中神经DSL较压迫前显著延长（Plt;0.05）。CTS组尺神经和对照组正中神经及尺神经的各参数在压迫前后均无显著改变（Pgt;0.05）。与对照组相比，在压迫试验前后CTS组的正中神经DSL和DML均明显延长（Plt;0.05），尺神经DSL和DML均无显著改变（Pgt;0.05）。 结论 正中神经压迫试验5 min能使CTS患者正中神经的感觉传导末端潜伏时明显延长，有助于提高神经传导测定对早期CTS的诊断率。【Abstract】 Objective To determine the effect of median nerve compression on median nerve conduction speed in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). Methods In this case-control study, 29 subjects were enrolled. CTS group included 14 patients (22 hands) with CTS confirmed by electrodiagnostic studies, while the control group included 15 healthy subjects (30 hands). The across wrist nerve conduction of median and ulnar nerve was measured when the wrist was in neutral position. Measured parameters included distal sensory latency (DSL), sensory nerve action potential (SNAP), sensory conduction velocity (SCV), distal motor latency (DML) and compound muscle action potential (CMAP). Sensory nerve conductions were tested first, and then the motor nerve conduction. The patients were asked to perform the median nerve compression test by flexing elbows, pronating forearm and pushing the dorsal surfaces of both hands together into maximum wrist flexion for 5 minutes. Then the above parameters were measured again. Results By electrodiagnostic studies, 22 hands and 24 bands were diagnosed with CTS before and after the median nerve compression test, respectively. After the compression test, the median nerve DSL were significantly prolonged in CTS group (Plt;0.05) but no significant differences were found in the median nerve DML (Pgt;0.05). The parameters of ulnar nerve in group CTS and median nerve and ulnar nerve in control group failed to show any significant change (Pgt;0.05). The CTS group had longer median nerve DSL and DML than the control groups (Plt;0.05), but the differences in ulnar nerve DSL and DML were not significantly between the two groups. Conclusion A 5-minute median nerve compression test may make the median nerve DSL prolonged and may be a helpful diagnosis of early CTS.
Objective To investigate the clinical application of micro transverse flap pedicled with superficial palmar branch of radial artery from palmar wrist to repair skin defect of finger. Methods Twenty-six cases (26 fingers) with skin defect of finger were repaired with micro transverse flap pedicled with superficial palmar branch of radial artery from palmar wrist between December 2011 and February 2013. There were 20 males and 6 females with the average age of 31.5 years (range, 20-56 years). The causes of injury included cutting injury in 20 cases and crushing injury in 6 cases. The time from injury to admission was 1-5 hours with an average of 2 hours. Injured fingers included thumb in 6 cases, index finger in 6 cases, middle finger in 6 cases, ring finger in 4 cases, and little finger in 4 cases; the locations were the dorsal side of the finger in 6 cases, lateral side in 6 cases, and the volar of the finger tip in 14 cases; there were 4 cases on the proximal phalangeal skin, 8 cases on the middle phalangeal skin, and 14 cases on the distal phalangeal skin. The defect area ranged from 2.0 cm × 1.5 cm to 4.0 cm × 2.0 cm, and the flap area ranged from 2.5 cm × 2.0 cm to 4.5 cm × 2.5 cm. All the donor sites were directly sutured. Results The flaps of 25 cases survived well after operation, and wound healed by first intention； 1 case had partial necrosis and the wound had a scar healing by changing dressing. All cases were followed up 6-12 months (mean, 10 months). The color and appearance of the flaps were satisfactory with tender texture. The two-point discrimination of the flap was 5-8 mm (mean, 6.8 mm). The donor sites healed primarily without scar contracture and limitation of wrist flexion or extension. Conclusion The micro transverse flap pedicled with superficial palmar branch of radial artery from palmar wrist is a good option to repair skin defect of finger. It has the advantages of hidden donor site, the same operative field, great comparability of flap and finger skin, and it can be used as a vascularized tendon or nerve graft.
Objective To analyze the short-term effectiveness of repairing musculus extensor carpi radialis brevis (ECRB) and extensor digitorum communis (EDC) tendon using suture anchor after debridement of extensor tendon insertion for recalcitrant lateral epicondylitis. Methods Between March 2009 and May 2011, 10 patients (10 elbows) with recalcitrant lateral epicondylitis received repair of the ECRB and EDC tendon to the lateral epicondyle using a single suture anchor after debridement of extensor tendon insertion. There were 6 males and 4 females with an average age of 45.4 years (range, 36-57 years). The dominant elbow was involved in 8 patients and nondominant elbow in 2 patients; there were 4 manual workers and 6 ordinary workers. The disease duration ranged from 8 to 24 months (mean, 12.3 months). All patients had epicondylus lateralis humeri pain, local swelling and tenderness, and positive Mill sign. The average elbow range of motion (ROM) was 11.3°(range, 0-30°) in extension and was 132.5°(range, 120-145°) in flexion. Preoperative MRI showed external humeral epicondylitis in all patients. ResultsPrimary wound healing was obtained in all patients without complications of infection, leakage of joint fluid, and stiffness of elbow. Ten patients were followed up 4 to 23 months with an average of 12 months (more than 12 months in 7 cases). The time to return to work was (3.75 ± 0.95) months for manual workers and was (2.91 ± 0.20) months for ordinary workers, showing no significant difference (t=1.715, P=0.180). Compared with preoperation, the mean visual analogue scale (VAS) score significantly decreased (P lt; 0.05), and Mayo score and the grip strength of dominant and nondominant significantly increased (P lt; 0.05), but no significant difference was found when compared with non-surgical side at last follow-up (P gt; 0.05). At last follow-up, the average ROM was —1.5° (range, 0-—10°) in extension and was 150.5°(range, 140-160°) in flexion. ConclusionTo suture anchor for repairing the ECRB and EDC after debridement is a satisfactory procedure to treat recalcitrant lateral epicondylitis. It can effectively prevent loss of the forearm extensor strength, relieve the pain, recover the grip strength, and obtain good results.
Objective To investigate the diagnose and treatment of intra-articular fracture of the 5th metacarpale base with carpometacarpal joint dislocation (reverse Bennett fracture). Methods Between January 2008 and March 2012, 26 cases of reverse Bennett fracture were treated. There were 20 males and 6 females, aged 19-48 years (mean, 26 years). The injury causes included boxing injury in 19 cases, falling injury in 3 cases, heavy pound injury in 3 cases, and crushing injury in 1 case. According to Lundeen classification, there were 8 cases of type A, 9 cases of type B, 3 cases of type C, and 6 cases of type D. The time from injury to operation ranged 1-8 days with an average of 4 days. All patients underwent open reduction and internal fixation with Kirschner wires, screws, or plates by L-shaped dorsal incision. Results Primary healing was obtained in all incisions; no infection, hematoma, and necrosis occurred after operation. All patients were followed up with an average time of 12.5 months (range, 8-24 months). X-ray films showed that all fractures healed after 6-8 weeks (mean, 6.5 weeks); no delayed union or nonunion and no the 5th carpometacarpal joint dislocation were observed. Two cases had mild osteoarthritis. According to the upper extremity functional evaluation standard by Hand Surgery Branch of Chinese Medical Association, the results were excellent in 22 cases, good in 3 cases, and fair in 1 case, with an excellent and good rate of 96.2%. Conclusion For patients with reverse Bennett fracture, good results can be obtained if early diagnose is done and appropriate internal fixation is selected.
Objective To analyze the therapy and effectiveness of ulnar styloid fracture complicated with wrist dorsal branch of ulnar nerve injury. Methods Between October 2005 and October 2012, 16 cases of ulnar styloid fracture complicated with wrist dorsal branch of ulnar nerve injury were treated. There were 14 males and 2 females with an average age of 42 years (range, 22-58 years). Fracture was caused by traffic accident in 8 cases, by mechanical crush in 5 cases, and by falling in 3 cases. According to the anatomical features of the ulnar styloid and imaging findings, ulnar styloid fractures were classified as type I (ulnar styloid tip fracture) in 1 case and type II (ulnar styloid base fracture) in 15 cases. The skin sensation of ulnar wrist was S0 in 5 cases, S1 in 1 case, S2 in 7 cases, and S3 in 3 cases according to the criteria of the British Medical Research Council in 1954 for the sensory functions of the ulnar wrist. The time from injury to operation was 6-72 hours (mean, 18 hours). Fracture was treated by operative fixation, and nerve was repaired by epineurium neurolysis in 13 cases of nerve contusion and by sural nerve graft in 3 cases of complete nerve rupture. Results All incisions healed by first intention. Sixteen patients were followed up for an average time of 14 months (range, 6-24 months). The X-ray films showed that all of them achieved bone union at 4-10 weeks after operation (mean, 6 weeks). No patient had complications such as ulnar wrist chronic pain and an inability to rotate. According to Green-O’Brien wrist scoring system, the results were excellent in 13 cases and good in 3 cases; according to the criteria of the British Medical Research Council in 1954 for the sensory functions of the ulnar wrist, the results were excellent in all cases, including 11 cases of S4 and 5 cases of S3+. Two-point discrimination of the ulnar wrist was 5-9 mm (mean, 6.6 mm). Conclusion For patients with ulnar styloid fracture complicated with wrist dorsal branch of ulnar nerve injury, internal fixation and nerve repair should be performed. It can prevent ulnar wrist pain and promote sensory recovery.
Objective To study the anatomical basis of micro transverse flap pedicled with the superfical palmar branch of radial artery from the palmar wrist for using this free flap to repair soft tissue defect of the finger. Methods Thirty-eight fresh upper limb specimens (22 males and 16 females; aged 26-72 years with an average of 36 years; at left and right sides in 19 limbs respectively) were dissected and observed under operating microscope. Two specimens were made into casting mould of artery with bones, and 2 specimens were injected with red emulsion in radial artery. Thirty-four specimens were injected with 1% gentian violet solution in the superfical palmar branch of the radial artery. A transverse oval flap in the palmar wrist was designed, the axis of the flap was the distal palmar crease. The origin, distribution, and anastomosis of the superfical palmar branch of the radial artery were observed. Results The superficial palmar branch of the radial artery was constantly existed, it usually arises from the main trunk of the radial artery, 1.09-3.60 cm to proximal styloid process of radius. There were about 2-5 branches between the origin and the tubercle of scaphoid bone. The origin diameter was 1.00-3.00 mm, and the distal diameter at the styloid process of radius was 1.00-2.90 mm. The venous return of flap passed through 2 routes, and the innervations of the flap mainly from the palmar cutaneous branch of the median nerve. The area of the flap was 4 cm × 2 cm-6 cm × 2 cm. Conclusion The origin and courses of the superficial palmar branch of the radial artery is constant, and its diameter is similar to that of the digital artery. A transverse oval flap pedicled with the superfical palmar branch of radial artery in the palmar wrist can be designed to repair defects of the finger.
Objective To evaluate the effect of associated ulnar styloid fracture on wrist function after distal radius fracture by comparing the cl inical data between the cases of distal radius fracture with or without ulnar styloid fractures. Methods The cl inical data of 182 patients with distal radius fracture between February 2005 and May 2010 were retrospectively analyzed, including 75 with ulnar styloid fracture (group A), and 107 without ulnar styloid fracture (group B). There was no significant difference in sex, age, disease duration, and fracture classification between 2 groups (P gt; 0.05). In groups A and B, closed reduction and spl intlet or cast fixation were performed in 42 and 63 cases respectively, and openreduction and internal fixation in 33 and 44 cases respectively. All ulnar styloid fractures were not treated. Results Thepatients were followed up 21 months on average in group A and 20 months on average in group B. All incisions healed by first intention after operation. Ulnar wrist pain occurred in 4 patients (5.3%) of group A and 6 patients (5.6%) of group B, showing no significant difference (χ2=0.063, P=0.802). The fracture heal ing time was (10.9 ± 2.7) weeks in group A and (11.6 ± 2.3) weeks in group B, showing no significant difference (t=1.880, P=0.062). There was no significant difference in the palmar tilt angle, the ulnar incl ination angle, and the radial length between groups A and B when fracture healing (P gt; 0.05). At last follow-up, there was no significant difference in wrist flexion-extension, radial-ulnar deviation, pronation-supination, and grip and pinch strength between 2 groups (P gt; 0.05). According to the Gartland-Werley score in groups A and B, the results were excellent in 24 and 35 cases, good in 43 and 57 cases, fair in 5 and 10 cases, and poor in 3 and 5 cases with execllent and good rate of 89.3% and 86.0%, respectively, showing no significant difference between 2 groups (Z= —0.203, P=0.839). There were significant differences in the above indexes between patients undergoing closed reduction and open reduction in group A (P lt; 0.05). Conclusion Associated ulnar styloid fracture has no obvious effect on the wrist function after distal radius fracture. The anatomical reduction of distal radial fracture is the crucial importance in the treatment of distal radial fracture accompanying ulnar styloid fracture.
Objective To evaluate the treatment and effects of wrist arthroscopy in tear of triangular fibrocartilage complex (TFCC). Methods Between January 2006 and December 2008, 16 patients with tear of TFCC were treated. Of 16 patients, 11 were male and 5 were female with an average age of 32.5 years (range, 25-51 years). Injury was caused by sprain in 12cases, and by fall ing in 4 cases. The locations were the left side in 10 cases and the right side in 6 cases. The mean injury duration was 3 months to 6 years and 2 months. The main cl inical symptoms included wrist powerlessness and ulnar-sided wrist pain which was aggravated with clench fist and l ifting heavy things. The results of the ulnar-sided wrist stress test were positive in 14 cases and negative in 2 cases. The preoperative values of wrist range of motion (ROM) were (45.58 ± 5.18)° at volar flexion, (41.22 ± 3.83)° at dorsal extension, (17.82 ± 2.48)° at radial deviation, (21.35 ± 4.61)° at ulnar deviation, (69.85 ± 8.36)° at pronation, and (70.13 ± 6.34)° at supination. According to Palmer standard, 10 cases of IA were treated with debridement; 3 cases of IB with suture and 1 of them failed and was partially excised; 2 cases of IC with debridment on triangular fibrocartilage disc, ulnolunate l igament, and ulnotriguetrum l igament; and 1 case of ID with trimming plastic operation. Results All incisions healed by first intention, and no compl ications of joint infection or neurovascular injury was found. All patients were followed up 14-38 months (mean, 18.5 months). Fifteen patients were restored to normal l ife and work without ulnar-sided wrist pain. One patient had no pain, but he had wrist powerless. The values of ROM at last follow-up were (50.16 ± 6.21)° at volar flexion, (45.37 ± 4.65)° at dorsal extension, (18.95 ± 3.56)° at radial deviation, (26.28 ± 5.09)° at ulnar deviation, (78.87 ± 7.69)° at pronation, and (76.46 ± 8.31)° at supination; showing significant differences when compared with preoperative values(P lt; 0.05). According to Green-O’Brien standard, the results were excellent in 9 cases, good in 6 cases, fair in 1 case, and the execellent and good rate was 93.75%. Conclusion The wrist arthroscopy not only can definitely diagnose tear of TFCC, but also is useful for treatment. In addition, the incision is small and the function is easy to recover, and the occurence of chronic ulnar-sided wrist pain can be effectively avoided.