The 3‐triangle method preserves the posterior tibial slope during high tibial valgus osteotomy: first preliminary data using a mathematical model

Abstract Purpose Despite much improved preoperative planning techniques accurate intraoperative assessment of the high tibial valgus osteotomy (HTO) remains challenging and often results in coronal over‐ and under‐corrections as well as unintended changes of the posterior tibial slope. Noyes et al....

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Main Authors: Manuel Weißenberger, Mike Wagenbrenner, Fritz Schote, Konstantin Horas, Thomas Schäfer, Maximilian Rudert, Thomas Barthel, Tizian Heinz, Stephan Reppenhagen
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Published: Wiley 2022-01-01
Series:Journal of Experimental Orthopaedics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40634-022-00466-y
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author Manuel Weißenberger
Mike Wagenbrenner
Fritz Schote
Konstantin Horas
Thomas Schäfer
Maximilian Rudert
Thomas Barthel
Tizian Heinz
Stephan Reppenhagen
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Mike Wagenbrenner
Fritz Schote
Konstantin Horas
Thomas Schäfer
Maximilian Rudert
Thomas Barthel
Tizian Heinz
Stephan Reppenhagen
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description Abstract Purpose Despite much improved preoperative planning techniques accurate intraoperative assessment of the high tibial valgus osteotomy (HTO) remains challenging and often results in coronal over‐ and under‐corrections as well as unintended changes of the posterior tibial slope. Noyes et al. reported a novel method for accurate intraoperative coronal and sagittal alignment correction based on a three‐dimensional mathematical model. This is the first study examining preliminary data via the proposed Noyes approach for accurate intraoperative coronal and sagittal alignment correction during HTO. Methods From 2016 to 2020 a total of 24 patients (27 knees) underwent HTO applying the proposed Noyes method (Noyes‐Group). Radiographic data was analyzed retrospectively and matched to patients that underwent HTO using the conventional method, i.e., gradual medial opening using a bone spreader under fluoroscopic control (Conventional‐Group). All operative procedures were performed by an experienced surgeon at a single orthopaedic university center. Results From the preoperative to the postoperative visit no statistically significant changes of the posterior tibial slope were noted in the Noyes‐Group compared to a significant increase in the Conventional‐Group (p = 0.01). Regarding the axial alignment no significant differences between both groups were observed pre‐ and postoperatively. The number of over‐ and under‐corrections did not differ significantly between both groups. Linear regression analysis showed a significant correlation of the postoperative medial proximal tibial angle (MPTA) with the position of the weightbearing line on the tibial plateau. Conclusion The 3‐triangle method by Noyes seems to be a promising approach for preservation of the posterior tibial slope during HTO.
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spelling doaj-art-48239be1cea84a2caab1ae6af85588762025-08-20T03:07:38ZengWileyJournal of Experimental Orthopaedics2197-11532022-01-0191n/an/a10.1186/s40634-022-00466-yThe 3‐triangle method preserves the posterior tibial slope during high tibial valgus osteotomy: first preliminary data using a mathematical modelManuel Weißenberger0Mike Wagenbrenner1Fritz Schote2Konstantin Horas3Thomas Schäfer4Maximilian Rudert5Thomas Barthel6Tizian Heinz7Stephan Reppenhagen8Department of Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity of WuerzburgKoenig‐Ludwig‐Haus, Brettreichstr. 1197074WuerzburgGermanyDepartment of Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity of WuerzburgKoenig‐Ludwig‐Haus, Brettreichstr. 1197074WuerzburgGermanyDepartment of Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity of WuerzburgKoenig‐Ludwig‐Haus, Brettreichstr. 1197074WuerzburgGermanyDepartment of Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity of WuerzburgKoenig‐Ludwig‐Haus, Brettreichstr. 1197074WuerzburgGermanyDepartment of Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity of WuerzburgKoenig‐Ludwig‐Haus, Brettreichstr. 1197074WuerzburgGermanyDepartment of Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity of WuerzburgKoenig‐Ludwig‐Haus, Brettreichstr. 1197074WuerzburgGermanyDepartment of Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity of WuerzburgKoenig‐Ludwig‐Haus, Brettreichstr. 1197074WuerzburgGermanyDepartment of Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity of WuerzburgKoenig‐Ludwig‐Haus, Brettreichstr. 1197074WuerzburgGermanyDepartment of Orthopaedic SurgeryUniversity of WuerzburgKoenig‐Ludwig‐Haus, Brettreichstr. 1197074WuerzburgGermanyAbstract Purpose Despite much improved preoperative planning techniques accurate intraoperative assessment of the high tibial valgus osteotomy (HTO) remains challenging and often results in coronal over‐ and under‐corrections as well as unintended changes of the posterior tibial slope. Noyes et al. reported a novel method for accurate intraoperative coronal and sagittal alignment correction based on a three‐dimensional mathematical model. This is the first study examining preliminary data via the proposed Noyes approach for accurate intraoperative coronal and sagittal alignment correction during HTO. Methods From 2016 to 2020 a total of 24 patients (27 knees) underwent HTO applying the proposed Noyes method (Noyes‐Group). Radiographic data was analyzed retrospectively and matched to patients that underwent HTO using the conventional method, i.e., gradual medial opening using a bone spreader under fluoroscopic control (Conventional‐Group). All operative procedures were performed by an experienced surgeon at a single orthopaedic university center. Results From the preoperative to the postoperative visit no statistically significant changes of the posterior tibial slope were noted in the Noyes‐Group compared to a significant increase in the Conventional‐Group (p = 0.01). Regarding the axial alignment no significant differences between both groups were observed pre‐ and postoperatively. The number of over‐ and under‐corrections did not differ significantly between both groups. Linear regression analysis showed a significant correlation of the postoperative medial proximal tibial angle (MPTA) with the position of the weightbearing line on the tibial plateau. Conclusion The 3‐triangle method by Noyes seems to be a promising approach for preservation of the posterior tibial slope during HTO.https://doi.org/10.1186/s40634-022-00466-yKneeHigh tibial valgus osteotomyAxial alignmentPosterior tibial slopeWeight bearing lineCartilage
spellingShingle Manuel Weißenberger
Mike Wagenbrenner
Fritz Schote
Konstantin Horas
Thomas Schäfer
Maximilian Rudert
Thomas Barthel
Tizian Heinz
Stephan Reppenhagen
The 3‐triangle method preserves the posterior tibial slope during high tibial valgus osteotomy: first preliminary data using a mathematical model
Journal of Experimental Orthopaedics
Knee
High tibial valgus osteotomy
Axial alignment
Posterior tibial slope
Weight bearing line
Cartilage
title The 3‐triangle method preserves the posterior tibial slope during high tibial valgus osteotomy: first preliminary data using a mathematical model
title_full The 3‐triangle method preserves the posterior tibial slope during high tibial valgus osteotomy: first preliminary data using a mathematical model
title_fullStr The 3‐triangle method preserves the posterior tibial slope during high tibial valgus osteotomy: first preliminary data using a mathematical model
title_full_unstemmed The 3‐triangle method preserves the posterior tibial slope during high tibial valgus osteotomy: first preliminary data using a mathematical model
title_short The 3‐triangle method preserves the posterior tibial slope during high tibial valgus osteotomy: first preliminary data using a mathematical model
title_sort 3 triangle method preserves the posterior tibial slope during high tibial valgus osteotomy first preliminary data using a mathematical model
topic Knee
High tibial valgus osteotomy
Axial alignment
Posterior tibial slope
Weight bearing line
Cartilage
url https://doi.org/10.1186/s40634-022-00466-y
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