Chronic Ischial Avulsion Fracture Excision With Primary Proximal Hamstring Repair: A Technique

Ischial avulsion fractures classically occur in the pediatric population and are relatively uncommon. These injuries are treated conservatively; however, in cases where there is greater than 2 cm of displacement, surgical intervention is recommended. In some cases, displaced fractures are either mis...

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Published in:Arthroscopy techniques (Amsterdam) 2022-10, Vol.11 (10), p.e1801-e1809
Main Authors: Stapleton, Erik J., Winn, Julie, Kimball, Hervey L., Miller, Suzanne L.
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Language:English
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Summary:Ischial avulsion fractures classically occur in the pediatric population and are relatively uncommon. These injuries are treated conservatively; however, in cases where there is greater than 2 cm of displacement, surgical intervention is recommended. In some cases, displaced fractures are either misdiagnosed or proper treatment is neglected, and patients who transition into adulthood are left with chronic nonunions that can become a source of pain and disability. Here we present a surgical technique for a chronic ischial avulsion fracture nonunion that is excised, and the hamstring tendons are then primarily repaired to the ischium using suture anchors. [Display omitted]
ISSN:2212-6287
2212-6287
DOI:10.1016/j.eats.2022.06.017