Custom-made wrist prosthesis in a patient with giant cell tumor of the distal radius

Damert, H.-G.; Altmann, S.; Kraus, Armin

doi:10.1007/s00402-013-1692-y

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“…Although our results were encouraging, reconstruction with the custom unipolar prosthesis did not produce functional outcomes similar to those reported for fibular autograft or osteoarticular allograft [3,9,16,19,29]. Numerous reconstructive methods for large bone defects after en bloc resection of the distal radius have been described, including arthrodesis of the wrist; osteoarticular allograft; nonarthrodesed, nonvascularized or vascularized fibula graft; and prosthetic arthroplasty [6,8,9,11,14,19,25,29,32]. Although radiocarpal arthrodesis using various bone grafts can produce good stability, movement of the wrist is sacrificed [6,20].…”

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“…Primary en bloc tumor resection, especially for Campanacci Grade III GCTs, has been advocated to minimize the risk of recurrence [1,34]. The use of prosthetic arthroplasty for reconstruction of the resulting distal radial defects has been reported with varying success [8,11,14,15,25,35]. However, the information provided by these reports is limited because of the small number of patients.…”

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“…We observed that the functional results with the en bloc approach and custom unipolar prosthesis allowed patients to return to reasonable function and good pain control. The prosthesis can replace large bone defects, restore radiocarpal joint anatomy, and preserve wrist function while avoiding complications seen with bulk allografts or autografts [8,11,14,15,25,35]. Since Gold's report in 1957 [12], many types of prostheses have been used for reconstructing defects after en bloc resection of the distal radius, which obtained reasonable functional outcome (Table 3).…”

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“…In the past, numerous procedures including arthrodesis, osteoarticular allografts, fibular autograft, and prosthetic replacement have been used for reconstructing these bone defects [6,9,15,19,29,32]. Although there are a few reports of prosthetic arthroplasty after resection of the distal radius, most have been case reports [8,11,14,15,25]. One other group [35] specifically evaluated this treatment approach.…”

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What are the Functional Results, Complications, and Outcomes of Using a Custom Unipolar Wrist Hemiarthroplasty for Treatment of Grade III Giant Cell Tumors of the Distal Radius?

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Liu

et al. 2016

Clinical Orthopaedics &Amp; Related Research

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Purpose A giant cell tumor (GCT) of bone presenting in the distal radius is rare, however, when they occur, Campanacci Grade III tumors can present formidable reconstructive challenges. They are associated with a high local recurrence rate with intralesional treatment, therefore approaches to reconstruct the wrist after en bloc resection warrant study. Questions We asked: (1) What are the functional outcomes after en bloc resection and reconstruction of the wrist with a unipolar prosthesis in patients with Grade III GCT of the distal radius? (2) What complications occur with use of a unipolar prosthesis in these patients? (3) What are the oncologic outcomes with using en bloc resection and reconstruction with a custom unipolar wrist hemiarthroplasty for Grade III GCTs of the distal radius? Methods We retrospectively analyzed 10 patients with Campanacci Grade III GCTs of the distal radius treated by a unipolar prosthesis after wide resection of the tumor between January 2008 and October 2013. During that period, all patients at our medical group who presented with a Grade III GCT of the distal radius were treated with wide resection and reconstruction using a custom unipolar implant. Pre-and postoperative pain at rest were assessed according to a 10-cm VAS score. The functional outcomes of the wrist were assessed using the modified Mayo wrist score, and the degenerative changes were evaluated radiographically by a new rating system based on the Knirk and Jupiter scale. We also analyzed tumor recurrence, metastases, and complications associated with the reconstruction procedure. All patients were available for followup at a mean of 52 months (range, 24-90 months). Results Although the complication rate associated with prosthetic arthroplasty was relatively high (six of 10), none of our patients experienced severe complications. Two patients reported having occasional pain of the involved wrist at the time of final followup (VAS, preoperative versus postoperative: 0 versus 3; 5 versus 2, respectively). The mean modified Mayo wrist score was 68 (range, 45-90). Degenerative changes were found in three wrists (Grade 1, two patients; Grade 2, one patient). Aseptic loosening occurred in one patient and wrist subluxation occurred in two patients. Lung metastases or local tumor recurrence were not observed. Conclusions Because of the proportion of patients who had complications and progressive degeneration with this approach, we recommend first exploring alternatives to reconstruction with custom unipolar wrist hemiarthroplasty after resection of Grade III GCTs of the distal radius, such as fibular autografting. However, this technique provides an alternative for patients with concerns regarding possible morbidity associated with autografting, and for situations when allograft is not available.

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What are the Functional Results, Complications, and Outcomes of Using a Custom Unipolar Wrist Hemiarthroplasty for Treatment of Grade III Giant Cell Tumors of the Distal Radius?

Wang

Liu

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“…Many techniques have been used to reconstruct the defects, including vascularized/non‐vascularized fibular grafts, osteoarticular allografts, partial/total wrist arthrodesis and custom‐made prostheses. Each technique has its own unique possible advantages and disadvantages, which has been thoroughly discussed and debated .…”

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Clinical and Radiographic Results of Reconstruction with Fibular Autograft for Distal Radius Giant Cell Tumor

Wang

et al. 2016

Orthopaedic Surgery

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Osteoarticular allograft reconstruction after distal radius tumor resection: Reoperation and patient reported outcomes

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Ballatori

Castelein

et al. 2021

Journal of Surgical Oncology

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Background The aims of this study are to evaluate the rate of wrist joint preservation, allograft retention, factors associated with reoperation and to report the patient reported outcomes after osteoarticular allograft reconstruction of the distal radius. Methods Retrospective chart review identified 33 patients who underwent distal radius resection followed by osteoarticular allograft reconstruction, including 27 giant cell tumors and 6 primary malignancies. Ten patients with a preserved wrist joint completed the QuickDASH, PROMIS‐CA physical function, and Toronto extremity salvage score (TESS) at a median of 13 years postoperatively. Results The allograft retention rate was 89%, and an allograft fracture predisposed to conversion to wrist arthrodesis. The reoperation rate was 55% and 36% underwent wrist arthrodesis at a median of 4.2 years following index surgery. The use of locking plate fixation was associated with lower reoperation and allograft fracture rates. Patients reported a median QuickDASH of 10.2 (range: 0–52.3), a mean PROMIS physical function of 57.8 (range: 38.9–64.5) and the median TESS was 95.5 (range: 67.0–98.4). Conclusion Osteoarticular allograft reconstruction results in acceptable long‐term patient reported outcomes, despite a high revision rate. Allograft fixation with locking plates seems to reduce the number of reoperations and allograft fractures, along with reduction in wrist arthrodesis rates.

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Custom-made wrist prosthesis in a patient with giant cell tumor of the distal radius

Abstract: Custom-made wrist prostheses could become a practical option in patients with large defects of the distal radius who desire to preserve wrist motion.

Cited by 22 publications

References 31 publications

What are the Functional Results, Complications, and Outcomes of Using a Custom Unipolar Wrist Hemiarthroplasty for Treatment of Grade III Giant Cell Tumors of the Distal Radius?

What are the Functional Results, Complications, and Outcomes of Using a Custom Unipolar Wrist Hemiarthroplasty for Treatment of Grade III Giant Cell Tumors of the Distal Radius?

Clinical and Radiographic Results of Reconstruction with Fibular Autograft for Distal Radius Giant Cell Tumor

Osteoarticular allograft reconstruction after distal radius tumor resection: Reoperation and patient reported outcomes

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