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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
The Segond Fracture: A Plain Film Clue to an MR Diagnosis
J.T. Redshaw
Harvard Medical School Year III
Gillian Lieberman, MD
BIDMC Radiology Core Clerkship
November 2013
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Overview
Patient Presentation: 46 yo female who presents with knee pain.
Approach to Imaging Orthopedic Trauma: Menu of Tests & Efficacious Use
The Knee: Normal Anatomy
The Segond Fracture: Diagnosis and Implications
Ligamentous Injury of the Knee: The Role of MRI
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: ED Presentation
Patient was walking down her stairs at home when she felt her knee “give in”
Although she did not fall, she states her knee felt instantly “loose”
Since that time her knee has not been the same, she has had difficulty walking due to significant pain and discomfort in the joint
PMHx: +HIV ’92, +RPR ’91, HTN, Hepatitis C, Asthma, Anemia, Lipodystrophy, Thrush, Central Obesity, Hyperglycemia, Hip Pain, Low Back Pain, Smoking Hx, Substance Abuse Hx (IVDU, EtOH, Cocaine)
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Orthopedic Physical Exam Moderate joint swelling
No endpoint with anterior drawer
Solid endpoint with posterior drawer
Positive pivot shift
Medial & lateral joint line tenderness
Knee extension to 0 degrees
Knee flexion to 90 degrees
Stable to varus & valgus stress
Considerable pain with ambulation
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Knee Instability: Anterior & Posterior Drawer Tests Anterior:
Sensitivity: 41% Specificity: 95%
(Amer Journal of Sports Med)
Image Courtesy Western Univ
Posterior:
Sensitivity: 90% Specificity: 99%
(Courtesy Iowa Orthopaedic Journal)
Image Courtesy Samuele Passigli
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Knee Instability: Pivot Shift
Sensitivity: 82% Specificity: 98% (American Journal of Sports Med)
Courtesy Wheeless’ Textbook of Orthopaedics
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Orthopedic Trauma Imaging
Courtesy ACR Appropriateness Criteria: acsearch.acr.org
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
The Knee: Normal Anatomy
Courtesy Eric
Sorenson
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Companion Patient #1: Normal Knee Radiography Frontal
Courtesy RadiologyMasterclass
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Courtesy RadiologyMasterclass
Companion Patient #1: Normal Knee Radiography Lateral
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Courtesy RadiologyMasterclass
Companion Patient #1: Normal Knee Radiography Patellofemoral Joint
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Frontal Knee Film
Courtesy Jim Wu, MD Pause to evaluate, continue
to view findings
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Lateral Knee Film
Courtesy Jim Wu, MD
Pause to evaluate, continue
to view findings
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Magnified Frontal Knee Film
Courtesy Jim Wu, MD
Pause to evaluate, continue
to view findings
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Segond Fx + Fibular Avulsion Fx on Frontal Knee Film
Avulsion fracture
of proximal lateral
tibia
“Segond Fracture”
Small avulsion fx of
fibular head
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Effusion on Lateral Knee Film
•Pre-Femoral Fat Pad
•Effusion
•Suprapatellar Fat Pad
* * *
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Segond Fx on Frontal Knee Film
•Small, thin,
vertically oriented
fracture fragment
•Located at the
midpoint of the
lateral aspect of
the tibial plateau
inferior to the joint
line
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Knee XR Impression Avulsion fracture of the lateral tibial plateau consistent with a
Segond fracture. These fractures are associated with ACL
injury and an MR could be performed for evaluation of ACL
injury if clinically suspected.
Avulsion fracture of the left fibular head.
A small suprapatella effusion is noted.
The joint spaces are preserved and demonstrate normal
alignment.
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
The Segond Fracture A small vertical avulsion
fracture of the lateral aspect of the proximal tibia distal to the plateau – noted on AP view
Result of excessive internal rotation with valgus stress on a flexed knee
First demonstrated on cadavers by Paul Segond 1879
First reported in radiographs in 1936 by Henry Milch
Cortical avulsion of the tibia at site of insertion of middle third of the LCL
Also known as “lateral capsular sign”
Valuable for implications of associated ligamentous injury Courtesy Springer Images
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
A Clue to Intra-Articular Pathology
0
20
40
60
80
100
Percent
Association
ACL Tear Meniscal Tear
Associated Injury
Dietz et al
Weber et al
Goldman et al
Sensitivity: of all ACL ruptures, 9-12.5% with concomitant Segond Fx
Specificity: of all Segond Fx, 75-100% with ACL ruptures
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Orthopedic Trauma Imaging
Courtesy ACR Appropriateness Criteria: acsearch.acr.org
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Companion Patient #2: Normal Knee Anatomy on MR
T1 Coronal
Courtesy W-Radiology
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Companion Patient #2: Normal Knee Anatomy on MR
T1 Sagittal
Courtesy Univ Wash Radiology
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Companion Patient #2: Normal PCL on MR
T2 Sagittal
Courtesy eORIF
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Companion Patient #2: Normal PCL on MR
T2 Sagittal
Normal PCL
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Companion Patient #2: Normal ACL on MR
T1 Sagittal
Courtesy Jim Wu, MD
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Companion Patient #2: Normal ACL on MR
•ACL: running
posterior-laterally to
anterior-medially
•Composed of
multiple fibers
oriented in a linear
or spiral direction
T1 Sagittal
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ACL: Anatomy & Physiology
Fan shaped structure, tightly bound femoral attachment that expands at the tibial attachment
Courses anter0medial from lateral femoral condyle posteriorly to medial tibia anteriorly
Intra-articular extrasynovial structure (along with PCL)
Central support of the knee + most significant stabilizing mechanism against excessive anterior translation of the tibia
Courtesy Medscape
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
ACL: Mechanism of Injury Lateral/Valgus stress to the
knee with the foot fixed in position (mechanism of “terrible triad” & football related injury)
External rotation of the femur on a fixed tibia with valgus force or knee in extension (mechanism in basketball & ski related injury)
Most tears occur within the ligament itself, with <20% involving osseous attachments
70-90% will be complete tears
Associated with joint effusion, medial meniscus tear, and possible anterior tibial subluxation
Courtesy American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Sagittal Knee MR
T1 Sagittal T2 Sagittal
Courtesy Jim Wu, MD
Pause to evaluate, continue
to view findings
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Sagittal Knee MR
T1 Sagittal T2 Sagittal
•Complete
ACL
rupture
•Joint
Effusion
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Sagittal Knee MR
Pause to evaluate, continue
to view findings
T2 Sagittal
Courtesy Jim Wu, MD
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Sagittal Knee MR
•Joint
Effusion
T2 Sagittal
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Knee MRI Impression Avulsion fracture of the proximal lateral tibia consistent with
Segond fracture.
There is associated complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament and medial meniscal tear.
Bone marrow edema in the articulating surface of the femur and tibia represent bone contusions.
Moderate joint effusion.
Sprain of posterior cruciate ligament without evidence of tear
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Our Patient: Treatment DIAGNOSIS: Left anterior cruciate ligament tear and left
medial meniscal tear.
PRINCIPAL PROCEDURES: Arthroscopic anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with
hamstring autograft.
Arthroscopic medial meniscectomy.
A hamstring autograft was taken & placed on stretch
Complex tear of the posterior horn of medial meniscus was trimmed back to a stable margin
Old ACL was removed, a 9mm tibial & femoral tunnel were created
The graft was then placed through a looped EndoButton - it was doubled over so that it could be 4 strands -it was then passed from the tibial tunnel coming to end in the femoral tunnel at the appropriate position
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
EndoButton Reconstruction
Courtesy Smith & Nephew, Inc.
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
EndoButton Reconstruction
Courtesy Smith & Nephew, Inc.
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Summary
For traumatic knee injury, radiographs are highly recommended for patients of any age with one or more of: focal tenderness, effusion, or inability to bear weight.
Standard knee films include frontal, lateral, and patellofemoral (sunrise) views.
The Segond Fracture is a small vertical avulsion fracture at the lateral aspect of the proximal tibia distal to the plateau best visualized on frontal film.
Although the fracture is a result of avulsion at the site of insertion of the middle third of the LCL, Segond Fractures are highly associated with ACL tears.
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J.T. Redshaw MS3 Gillian Lieberman, MD
Summary
Although only ~10% of ACL tears present with Segond Fractures, 75-100% of Segond Fractures occur concurrently with ACL ruptures
Segond Fractures are a strong indication for knee MRI without contrast in order to evaluate ligamentous injury.
The ACL, responsible for central support and preventing anterior tibial translation, is commonly injured by valgus stress on a fixed tibia. 70-90% of ACL tears will be complete.
ACL repair usually involves using a hamstring/gastrox graft and a tunneling procedure into the femur and tibia to recreate the attachment and stabilizing force of the ACL.
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References Dietz GW, Wilcox DM, Montgomery JB: Segond tibial condyle
fracture: Lateral capsular ligament avulsion. Radiology 159:467-469, 1986.
Goldman AB, Pavlov H, Rubenstein D: The Segond fracture of the proximal tibia: A small avulsion that reflects major ligamentous damage. Am J Roentgenology 151:1163-1167, 1988.
Hess T, Rupp S, Hopf T, Gleitz M, Libler J: Lateral tibial avulsion fractures and disruptions of the anterior cruciate ligament. Clin Orthop 303:193-197, 1994.
Weber WN, Neumann CH, Barakos JA, Petersen SA, Steinbach LS, Genant HK: Lateral tibial rim (Segond) fractures: MR imaging characteristics. Radiology 180: 731-734, 1991
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References Davis DS, William R: Segond fracture: Lateral capsular ligament
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Image References Western Univ: http://instruct.uwo.ca/kinesiology/222/Lab7/lab7.html
Samuele Passigli: http://www.fisiobrain.com/web/2013/test-clinici-per-la-diagnosi-di-lesione-del-legamento-crociato-posteriore
Zen Seeker Tinitinalli EM Fifth Edition: http://blog.daum.net/yjs8286/5500313, from Scott, WN. Ligament and Extensor Mechanism Injuries of the Knee: Diagnosis and Treatment. St. Louis, Mosby-Year Book, 1991, p95.
Amer College of Radiology: http://acsearch.acr.org/
Eric Sorenson: http://pages.uoregon.edu/esorens1/hphy362.pbwiki.com/Knee+and+Patellofemoral+Structural+Anatomy.html
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Image References Radiology Masterclass:
http://radiologymasterclass.co.uk/tutorials/musculoskeletal/x-ray_trauma_lower_limb/knee_x-ray.html
Jim Wu, MD: BIDMC MSK Radiology
Springer Images: http://www.springerimages.com/Images/MedicineAndPublicHealth/1-10.1007_s10195-008-0026-2-1
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UW Medicine Department of Radiology: http://www.rad.washington.edu/academics/academic-sections/msk/teaching-materials/radiology-anatomy-teaching-modules/basic-knee-anatomy
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Image References Medscape Multispecialty: Meniscal Lesions: Diagnosis & Treatment:
Anatomy: medscape.com
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Dr. Walt Lowe: http://drwaltlowe.com/acl-injury-risk-reduction/
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Acknowledgements Dr. Jim Wu, for generous offering of time and teaching as well
as assistance in case selection and image acquisition
Dr. Gillian Lieberman, for her excellent teaching and directing of our BIDMC Core Radiology Clerkship
Dr. Caitlin Connolly, for her time and mentorship during the Core Radiology Clerkship
Megan Garber, for her organization and support throughout the Core Radiology Clerkship