网球肘松解术

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Anatomy & Pathophysiology¶

• The pathologic tissue in tennis elbow involves the extensor carpi radialis brevis tendon [1].
• The origin of the extensor carpi radialis brevis is located on the lateral epicondyle [1].
• The lateral epicondylar ridge is an anatomical structure associated with the lateral epicondyle [1].

Investigations¶

History and Physical Examination¶

• History should include the duration of the elbow contracture, initial injury, previous surgical procedures, trials of splinting/therapy/injections, complications of surgery, and the patient’s work/life demands and goals [3].
• Physical examination should assess the function of the upper extremity (shoulder, wrist, and hand) [3].
• The soft tissue surrounding the elbow should be examined for previous skin incisions/grafts, eschar, or infection [3].
• Active and passive flexion, extension, supination, and pronation should be evaluated using a goniometer for accurate measurement [3].
• The contralateral elbow should be examined for comparison during range of motion assessment [3].
• If the elbow has less than 90° to 100° of flexion, the posterior bundle of the medial collateral ligament (MCL) is contracted and must be released to restore flexion [3].
• Pain should be assessed during the mid arc or at the terminal ends of motion [3].
• Mid arc range of motion pain is more common with intrinsic disease and may not improve with contracture release alone [3].
• The ulnar nerve is of utmost importance due to its anatomic proximity to the elbow [3].
• The posterior bundle of the MCL forms the floor of the cubital tunnel along the course of the ulnar nerve [3].
• Electromyography/nerve conduction velocity studies should be performed if any question about neurologic dysfunction exists [3].
• An assessment for ulnar nerve subluxation should be performed [3].
• Subluxation of the ulnar nerve is a relative contraindication for an arthroscopic procedure secondary to possible iatrogenic nerve injury [3].
• If there is a history of prior surgical procedures, verify if the ulnar nerve has been transposed [3].
• The physical exam is directed by history and the location of the patient's pain in the anterior, posterior, medial, or lateral aspect of the elbow [5].

Imaging¶

• Radiographs should always be obtained for elbow evaluation [3].
• Standard radiographic views include AP, lateral, and oblique views [3].
• Serial radiography is used as follow-up when heterotopic ossification is present [3].
• Primary bony landmarks on radiographs include the ulnohumeral joint, coronoid process, radial head, capitellum, radiocapitellar joint, olecranon tip, coronoid/olecranon fossae, and trochlear ridge [3].
• CT is helpful when assessing for malunion architecture and the location and pattern of osteophytes and/or loose bodies [3].
• Three-dimensional CT is used to check for heterotopic ossification [3].
• CT is not necessary when the stiffness is entirely soft-tissue related [3].
• CT is beneficial if any joint incongruity or abnormal bony anatomy is present [3].
• MRI can be used to evaluate ligaments and tendons, but it is rarely indicated for elbow stiffness [3].
• Plain radiographs remain the hallmark and the best screening test for elbow evaluation [5].
• CT with two-dimensional reconstruction and three-dimensional surface rendering best visualizes posteromedial olecranon osteophytes and loose bodies in valgus extension overload syndrome [6].
• MRI may be most helpful in evaluating associated injuries including partial or complete tears of the MCL in valgus extension overload syndrome [6].
• Radiographic evaluations are essential when diagnosing an osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesion of the elbow [7].
• Important aspects of OCD lesions may be better seen with MRI [7].
• Standard AP and lateral radiographs typically show osteophyte formation at the coronoid process, coronoid fossa, radial fossa, radial head, olecranon tip, and olecranon fossa in elbow osteoarthritis [8].
• In elbow osteoarthritis, joint spaces at the ulnohumeral joint usually are preserved, and those at the radiocapitellar joint are mildly narrowed [8].
• Radiographs typically underestimate the number of loose bodies present in elbow osteoarthritis [8].
• CT may be useful for surgical planning in elbow osteoarthritis by allowing a detailed assessment of osteophytes and the presence of loose bodies [8].

Treatment¶

Operative Technique¶

• The patient is placed prone on the operating table with two rolled towels longitudinally under the thorax [1].
• All bony prominences are padded well [1].
• The affected extremity is positioned with the ipsilateral shoulder abducted to 90 degrees and supported by a precut foam holder [1].
• The joint is distended with 20 to 30 mL of saline through an 18-gauge needle introduced through the direct lateral portal [1].
• The proximal medial or superomedial portal is located approximately 2 cm proximal to the medial epicondyle and 1 cm anterior to the intermuscular septum [1].
• The trocar and sheath are introduced anterior to the intermuscular septum while maintaining contact with the anterior aspect of the humerus [1].
• The trocar is directed toward the radial head [1].
• A 2.7-mm, 30-degree arthroscope is inserted into the joint to perform the diagnostic portion of the procedure [1].
• The superolateral portal is established with an 18-gauge needle through the lesion after pathologic tissue is identified [1].
• A full-radius resector is used to excise the capsule to identify the undersurface of the extensor carpi radialis brevis tendon [1].
• The origin of the extensor carpi radialis brevis is viewed [1].
• The capsule and pathologic tendinous attachment of the extensor carpi radialis brevis are debrided using a curet and motorized shaver [1].
• The lateral epicondyle is decorticated [1].
• Decortication of the lateral epicondyle and lateral epicondylar ridge can be performed with an arthroscopic burr, handheld instruments, or electrocautery [1].
• A 30-degree arthroscope is adequate to view around the corner for most of the procedure [1].
• A 70-degree arthroscope may be required in rare instances [1].

References¶

[1] Campbell S Operative Orthopaedics 4 Volume Set. ARTHROSCOPIC REPAIR OF POSTERIOR HUMERAL AVULSION OF THE GLENOHUMERAL LIGAMENT > ARTHROSCOPIC TENNIS ELBOW RELEASE.

[3] Aaos Comprehensive Orthopaedic Review 3. Elbow Stiffness* > IV. Evaluation.

[5] Orthopaedic Knowledge Update 13 Ebook Without Multimedia. Anatomy, Biomechanics, Physical Examination, and Imaging of the Elbow > Summary and Conclusions.

[6] Aaos Comprehensive Orthopaedic Review 3. Elbow Injuries in the Athlete* > III. Valgus Extension Overload Syndrome and Posterior Impingement.

[7] Orthopaedic Knowledge Update. Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Knee and Elbow* > Summary.

[8] Aaos Comprehensive Orthopaedic Review 3. Arthritis and Arthroplasty of the Elbow > I. Osteoarthritis.