Abstract
Purpose: To demonstrate the utility of computed tomography angiographic planning of a single-stage, complete release of syndactyly in Apert syndrome.
Methods: Computed tomography angiograms were performed as a preoperative planning tool in 6 patients. Five came to surgery. All had a single-stage operation for complete release of their syndactyly.
Results: Five patients, ranging from Upton type 1 to type 3 Apert hand deformities, have had preoperative computed tomography angiography that delineated the vascular anatomy. This allowed planning and execution of a single-stage syndactyly release in all patients. The preoperative imaging identified noteworthy abnormalities in vascular anatomy that were incorporated into surgical planning.
Conclusions: The protocol presented allows preoperative planning and single-stage operation for complete release of syndactyly in patients with Apert syndrome.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 152-158 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Journal of Hand Surgery |
Volume | 37 |
Issue number | 1 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Jan 2012 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Angiography
- Apert
- single stage
- syndactyly
- vascular