Original scientific paper
Arthroscopic approach in rthroscopic approach in treatment of ankle joint injuries
Hrvoje Klobučar
orcid.org/0000-0001-7818-2172
; Specijalna bolnica za ortopediju i traumatologiju Akromion, Krapinske Toplice, Hrvatska
Abstract
Abstract
Introduction: Sprained ankle are the most common
injuries of musculoskeletal system. Repeated injuries
of the ankle cartilage can lead to the development of
arthrosis, with expanded cartilage damage, infl ammation, frequent swelling and architectural distortion of
the joint.
Aim: The aim of the study is to compare patient function before and after arthroscopy of the ankle.
Materials and methods: Thirtythree patients are analyzed - 16 men and 7 women, mean age 41 years (17-
73 years) - who underwent arthroscopic treatment because of ankle injury. The patients were evaluated on
the basis of Foot and Ankle Disability Index (FADI) and
American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Score System
(AOFAS) before and after treatment.
Results: Average subjective FADI score before surgery was 52,4±21,2 (22,6- 92,5) and six months after surgery 91,1±9,0 (69,1-100). Average objective AOFAS before the procedure was 64±21,7 (21-95), and after the
procedure 96,5±4,3 (86-100).
Conclusion: Fractures of the ankle and ligament injuries require earlier rehabilitation in order to prevent
subsequent damage to the cartilage of the joint. Cartilage and bone underneath are more frequent found in
the ankle than in any other joint in the body. Adequate
treatment of cartilage lesion reduces risk of arthrosis.
Arthroscopy of the ankle is minimaly invasive procedure
that allows patients quick recovery and rehabilitation,
and early return to daily activities and sports.
Keywords
ankle arthroscopy, cartilage lesion, arthroscopic fracture treatment
Hrčak ID:
183276
URI
Publication date:
25.5.2017.
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