Ortho part 2 Flashcards

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Ankylosing spondylitis

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Inflammatory d/o involving the spine and sacroiliac joint
Onset 15-35 yoa male > female 3:1
Inflammation of the outer fibers of the annulus fibrosis may lead to ossification and complete fusion of vertebrae
Severe cases cause appearance of brittle “bamboo spine”
Strong genetic component HLA-B27 gene contributes approximately 37%

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Presentation of ankylosing spondylitis

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LBP with sacroiliitis
-LBP > 3 mos
-Worse with rest, better with bending forward
Flattening of lumbar lordosis and increasing kyphosis
May be associated with extraspinal inflammatory sx
-Uveitis (most common)
-Aortic and mitral regurgitation murmurs
-Progressive restrictive lung dz d/t fibrosis causing limited expansion
-Possible inflammatory enteritis, prostatitis, or tendonopathy

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Dx of ankylosing spondylitis

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Pelvic radiographs are essential for the dx of sacroiliitis showing subchondral bony erosions of SI joints
L-spine, T-spine and C-spine radiographs to exclude fxs and may reveal bamboo spine
ESR and CRP may be elevated
Basic labs may show leukocytosis, renal impairment, and elevated CPK

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Tx of ankylosing spondylitis

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NSAIDs

PT

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Lumbar strain/sprain

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Common complaint in ED and PCP office
D/t injury of paravertebral muscles (erector spinae multifidus or quadratus lumborum), ligamentous injury of facet joints, or anulus fibrosis
Often d/t lifting, twisting, or straining
Need to take careful hx and perform complete PE to r/o serious etiology of back pain, i.e., cauda equina, AAA, GI causes, fxs, etc.

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Presentation of lumbar strain/sprain

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Sx after injury
Pain may radiate into buttock or legs
Trouble with extension of low back

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PE of lumbar strain/sprain

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TTP over paravertebral muscles and SI joints
ROM is decreased, esp flexion
Senosry and DTR exam are nl
Straight leg raise elicits pain usually unilateral

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Dx of lumbar strain/sprain

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X-rays often unnecessary unless atypical sx or significant trauma

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Tx of lumbar strain/sprain

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Short period of bed rest
Cold therapy followed by heat therapy after 48 hrs
NSAIDs or other non-narcotic pain meds
Muscle relaxers may be helpful

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Sciatica

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LBP in the distribution of lower lumbar spinal roots

May cause neurosensory and motor defecits

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Presentation of sciatica

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Complaints of sharp, shooting, well-localized pain
Pain radiates down buttock into back of leg
Leg complaints often greater than back pain
Objective weakness

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PE of sciatica

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Straight leg raise- elevating leg while supine reproduces pain
Decrease ROM
R/o fever, saddle anesthesia, decreased rectal tone, GU findings, and abd pain

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Dx of sciatica

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Lumbosacral radiographs unnecessary unless:

  • Significant trauma
  • Fever
  • Pain at rest
  • IVDA
  • Suspicion of tumor or hematoma
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Tx of sciatica

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APAP 1st line
NSAIDs
Muscle relaxers
Corticosteroids show no benefit in radicular or non-radicular back pain

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Spinal stenosis

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LBP caused by spinal canal narrowing or narrowing of neural foramina that compresses the thecal sac or nerve roots respectively
Can be caused by degenerative changes, congenital or Paget’s dz

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Presentation of spinal stenosis

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LBP, stiffness, and sx may develop after accident or minor trauma
Compression on nerve roots cause radicular sx in lower extremities
Pain is generally worse with walking but temporarily relieved with leaning forward

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PE of spinal stenosis

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Muscle weakness of the lower extremities
Decreased reflexes
May have decreased anal sphincter tone
Impaired proprioception

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Dx of spinal stenosis

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CT or MRI to evaluate for spinal stenosis when pt is neurovascularly impaired

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Tx of spinal stenosis

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NSAIDs, PT, and activity modification

Surgery for refractory cases

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Herniated disc

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LBP d/t herniation of nucleus pulposus into the spinal canal

Commonly occurs at L4-L5 or L5-S1

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Presentation of herniated disc

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Abrupt onset of pain that worsened by sitting, walking, or standing
Pain radiates down the back of the leg through buttock

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PE of herniated disc

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Pos straight leg raise
Limited ROM
Neurologic sc may be evident (weakness, numbness, tingling)

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Dx of herniated disc

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MRI

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Tx of herniated disc

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NSAIDs are used in acute phase
Bed rest for 1-3 days
Muscle relaxants and possible narcotics may be helpful
Corticosteroids may be useful in reducing pain and inflammation
Surgery may be needed if no improvement (laminectomy or disc excision)

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Spondylolysis/spondylolisthesis
Spondylolysis- defect of the pars interarticularis between superior and inferior facets Spondylolisthesis- slipping forward of one vertebrae upon another Spondylolysis predisposes for spondylolisthesis 2-4 times more likely in males than women Spondylolisthesis can cause nerve root impingement and radiculopathy
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Presentation of spondylolysis/spondylolisthesis
Often gradual onset LBP May be seen in children and athletic teens Pain after exercise or hyperextension activities (diving, gymnastics, etc.) Sitting or bending forward relieves pain
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PE of spondylolysis/spondylolisthesis
Palpation may reveal step-off Hamstring tightness Hyperlordotic posture Neurologic exam nl except with severe spondylolisthesis
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Dx of spondylolysis/spondylolisthesis
Lateral and oblique X-rays may show radiolucent defect in pars (broken neck of Scottie dog) X-rays may show grade I-grade IV spondylolisthesis (mild-severe degree of slippage)
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Tx of spondylolysis/spondylolisthesis
``` Pain control with NSAIDs and muscle relaxants Restrict activities (sports) for 3-6 wks ```
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Hip dislocation
Femoral head displacement from acetabulum D/t high energy trauma Posterior > anterior AVN may occur d/t vascular compromise
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Presentation of hip dislocation
``` Hx of trauma (MVC or falls) Posterior-internally rotated and short Anterior-externally rotated May have femoral artery, sciatic nerve or obturator nerve injury Check if pt is neurovascularly intact ```
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Dx of hip dislocation
Plain film X-rays of affected side hip and pelvis
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Tx of hip dislocation
After fracture ruled out, closed reduction ASAP | Limited weight bearing with crutches
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Hip fx
Incidence of hip fxs doubles with each decade of life >50 yrs of age Women > men Increased mortality d/t DVT and PE Often d/t osteoporosis and falls
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PE of hip fx
Leg is shortened with external rotation | Pain over hip and inability to weight bear
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Dx of hip fx
Plain film X-rays of hip and pelvis
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Tx of hip fx
ORIF or hip arthroplasty
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Knee bursitis
Pad-like fluid filled sac that reduces friction and cushions knee Chronic injury or pressure leads to excess fluid formation, swelling, pain Most commonly prepatellar (knee cap) or pes anserine (patellar tendon)
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PE of knee bursitis
Swelling noted over knee depending on which bursa is involved Pain with direct palpation
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Dx of knee bursitis
Plain film X-rays generally not helpful | Aspiration of bursa fluid can assist in determining inflammatory, hemorrhagic, or septic etiology
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Tx of knee bursitis
NSAIDs RICE Aspiration may be therapeutic Corticosteroid injections
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Meniscus injuries
Fibrocartilage pads that act as shock absorber between tibia and femur MOI is usually twisting injury Usually pt is able to ambulate with some swelling and stiffness Pt complains of pain over lateral or medial aspect of knee Pt describes pain as "locking" or catching of the knee
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PE of meniscus injuries
Tenderness on palpation over the medial or lateral joint line McMurray and Apley's test positive Effusion or hemarthrosis may be present on exam
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Dx of meniscus injuries
MRI is needed to diagnose injury
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Tx of meniscus injuries
RICE | Surgical debridement of microtears or surgical repair may be indicated
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MCL injury
MOI direct blow to lateral knee
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LCL injury
MOI direct blow to medial knee
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ACL injury
MOI direct blow to knee or sudden change in direction of weight bearing knee
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PCL injury
MOI direct blow to anterior proximal tibia or hyperextension
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Presentation of MCL injury
Pain and swelling over medial knee and pt often report feeling a pop
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Presentation of LCL injury
Pain and swelling over lateral knee
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Presentation of ACL injury
Immediate pain and swelling after injury and weight bearing is difficult as knee is unstable
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Presentation of PCL injury
May report dull ache in posterior knee, swelling not typical
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PE of MCL injury
Valgus stress shows laxity
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PE of LCL injury
Varus stress shows laxity
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PE of ACL injury
Anterior drawer test or Lachman test positive
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PE of PCL injury
Posterior drawer test positive
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Dx of ligamentous injuries
Based on hx and physical or MRI
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Tx of ligamentous injuries
Ranges from conservative tx for mild sprains to surgical repair for full tears
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Knee fx
D/t direct trauma Patellar fx occurs d/t direct blow to patella Tibial plateau fxs d/t axial load or shearing type injuries
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PE of knee fx
Pt has difficulty weight bearing and pain with movements and direct palpation Significant swelling and ecchymosis Straight leg raise show pt unable to lift leg with full extension
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Dx of knee fx
4 view (including "sunrise" view) plain films likely show fx MRI to evaluate soft tissue damage CTA to evaluate popliteal vessel damage Large lipohemarthrosis often evident on MRI
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Tx of knee fx
Knee immobilizer Pain control Non-weight bearing Surgical fixation