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Management of Limb Deficiencies

Volume 10 | Issue 2 | May-August 2024 | Page: 48-54 | Sakti Prasad Das, Sankar Ganesh, Prateek Behera

DOI- https://doi.org/10.13107/ijpo.2024.v10.i02.194

Submitted: 11/03/2024; Reviewed: 08/04/2024; Accepted: 25/06/2024; Published: 10/08/2024

Authors: Sakti Prasad Das MS(Ortho.), DNB(PMR) [1], Sankar Ganesh MPT [2], Prateek Behera MS(Ortho.), DNB(Ortho.) [3]

[1] Medical Education & Training, DRIEMS University, Odisha, Tangi, Cuttack, Odisha, India.
[2] Department of Physiotherapy, Composite Regional Centre, Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India.
[3] Department of Orthopaedics, AIIMS Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India.

Address of Correspondence

Dr. Sakti Prasad Das,
Director, Medical Education & Training, DRIEMS University, Odisha, Tangi, Cuttack, Odisha, India.
E-mail: sakti2663@yahoo.com

Abstract

Limb deficiency disorders encompass a wide variety of congenital anomalies that have a significant underdevelopment or even complete absence of bones in the limbs. Treatment of these conditions must be holistic with the child at the centre. This article provides a review of the current understanding of the management of such conditions. Surgical treatment offers a practical and effective solution for treating many variants of congenital limb abnormalities. Although novel surgical treatments may expand the range of disorders that can be treated, it is crucial for both the surgeon and the family to be aware of the careful prognosis associated with the methods used. Additionally, the importance of an amputation as an option should always be kept under consideration.
Keywords: Amputation, Congenital Abnormalities, Deformity correction, Limb reconstruction, Pediatric skeletal deficiencies, Skeletal dysplasia

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Amputation Following Meningococcal Septicaemia in Children: the Surgical Management of the Residual Limb

Volume 4 | Issue 2 | July-December 2018 | Page: 20-26 | Brigid M. Aherne, Fergal P. Monsell

DOI- 10.13107/ijpo.2018.v04i02.014

Authors: Brigid M. Aherne, Fergal P. Monsell [1]

 

Medical Student, University of Bristol, [1] Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, Bristol, England, United Kingdom.

Address of Correspondence
Mr. Fergal P. Monsell,
Bristol Royal Hospital for Children, Upper Maudlin St, Bristol BS2 8BJ, England, United Kingdom.
E-mail: Fergal.Monsell@UHBristol.nhs.uk

Abstract

Background: Meningococcal septicaemia is a potentially life-threatening disease and remains the most common infective cause of mortality in the UK. Improvements in healthcare have led to early recognition and treatment, and a decrease in mortality. As more children now survive the initial acute illness, the long-term musculoskeletal consequences have become more prevalent. These include growth plate injury, tissue loss and amputation. Patients with limb loss present specific difficulties due to the effect of remaining longitudinal growth on the function of the residual limb, and often require surgical treatment that continues throughout childhood.
Patients and Methods: This case series reviews the histories of 13 children who underwent amputation as a complication of meningococcal septicaemia. All patients attend a specialist clinic and our experience in the management of the residual limb is described.
Results: Thirteen patients, with a mean age of 16 months at the onset of meningococcal septicaemia, required amputation in the management of the skeletal consequences of the infection. Revision surgery was necessary for all 13 patients and involved management of bone overgrowth, growth arrest, scar and soft tissue contracture, neuroma development, and infection. The details of our approach to each of these complications is described.
Conclusion: Due to improvements in diagnosis and initial management, a significant proportion of patients are surviving infantile meningococcal septicaemia. Many develop musculoskeletal consequences including amputation, and this case series serves to increase knowledge in the complex managements of the residual limb in these patients.
Keywords: Amputation, meningococcal septicaemia, residual limb

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How to Cite this Article:  Aherne BM, Monsell FP | Amputation Following Meningococcal Septicaemia in Children: the Surgical Management of the Residual Limb | July-December 2018; 4(2): 20-26.
 

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