Write a full medical record of the patient nguyễn đức long . . I have uploaded a pdf doc which is the patient case record. Now I want to write the case record in the format that I typed below :ORTHOPAEDIC CASE RECORD TEMPLATE I.ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION (0.25 pts) II. CLINICAL CONTENT: 1. Reason for admission (0.25 pts): The primary reason for the patient's admission 2. History of present illness (0.5 pts): Present all three key elements: mechanism of injury; symptoms following the injury; and first aid/initial management before hospital admission. 3. Past medical history (0.25 pts) - Comorbidities - Habits/risk factors related to the primary condition or to the patient's treatment course - Residual impairments of the musculoskeletal system 4. Condition on admission (0.25 pts) - Level of consciousness - Vital signs - Key physical findings documented on admission (DEPENDING ON WHETHER THE PATIENT HAS ALREADY RECEIVED DEFINITIVE TREATMENT, THE STUDENT SHOULD SELECT THE APPROPRIATE CASE-RECORD FORMAT) PREOPERATIVE 5. Ward course (0.25 pts): Summarize changes in symptoms and the management provided 6. Current condition (0.25 pts): Current symptoms 7. Clinical examination (2 pts) a. General examination b. Systemic examination 8. Case summary (1 pt): Summarize physical findings and symptoms into symptom/sign groups or clinical syndromes Examples: - Definite signs of fracture: - Signs of compartment syndrome: - Radial nerve palsy syndrome:... 9. Diagnosis (0.5 pts): State the primary injury, associated complications (if any) injuries, and/or 10. Diagnostic reasoning (1 pt): Explain the basis for the diagnoses listed above 11. Recommended investigations (0.5 pts): Select appropriate investigations according to the site of injury Examples: AP pelvic X-ray: AP and lateral femur X-rays; three-view calcaneal X-rays: etc. Interpret the results of all available investigations. 12. Definitive diagnosis (1 pt): State the primary injury and classification, together with associated injuries and/or complications (if any) 13. Treatment: a. Treatment plan (0.25 pts): Propose an overall treatment plan. Examples: analgesia, antibiotics, surgery, etc. ***Note: For the Basic Surgery course, the assessment may end here. Points assigned to the sections below will instead be redistributed to clinical examination (+1 pt), diagnosis (+0.5 pts), and treatment plan (+0.25 pts). b. Specific treatment (0.5 pts): Based on the treatment plan, provide the specific treatment regimen. Example: - Paracetamol 0.5 g, 1 tablet orally three times daily (every 8 hours). Open reduction and internal fixation with a locking plate and screws. * Explain the rationale for selecting the above treatment method (0.25 pts) 14. Prognosis (0.5 pts) Short-term: Based on the patient's clinical findings and investigations, predict potential problems during hospitalization,(preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative). Example: The patient has diabetes mellitus and therefore has a higher risk of postoperative infection. A complex fracture may prolong surgery, increase blood loss, and raise the risk of infection. Long-term: Functional recovery and potential late complications or sequelae related to the injury. Example: Early knee osteoarthritis may develop because a complex articular injury is difficult to reduce anatomically. 15. Preventive measures (0.5 pts): Propose measures based on the prognosis to prevent complications. Example: Optimize glycemic control to reduce the risk of surgical-site infection. Plan the operation, prepare all required instruments, select an experienced surgeon, and arrange blood products in advance to mitigate prolonged operative time and blood loss in complex fractures. POSTOPERATIVE 5. Clinical diagnosis (0.25 pts) 6. Investigations and results (0.25 pts): Interpret the X-ray findings; describe the fracture location and pattern and any displacement; then provide a conclusion, including fracture classification. 7. Definitive diagnosis (0.25 pts): State the primary injury, associated injuries, and/or complications (if any) Surgery was indicated for the patient: 8. Operative report (if surgery was performed) (0.25 pts): Preoperative and postoperative diagnoses Operative duration Estimated blood loss (if any)record or by asking the surgeon) Operative procedure (from the medical Other intraoperative events (blood transfusion, adverse events/complications, etc.) 9.Postoperative/post-cast course (0.25 pts): Describe symptoms only. 10. Clinical examination (1.5 pts): a. General examination b. Systemic examination Postoperative/post-cast follow-up X-rays 11. Case summary (1 pt): 12. Conclusion (0.5 pts): Provide a complete statement of the diagnosis, treatment method, and current outcome Example: Postoperative day 3 after locked intramedullary nailing for a closed fracture of the middle third of the right femoral shaft; clinical course is stable. 13. Further treatment a. Treatment plan (0.25 pts): Propose the ongoing treatment plan Examples: analgesia, antibiotics, surgery, etc. ***Note: For the Basic Surgery course, the sections below may be omitted except for Comments. Points assigned to the omitted sections will instead be redistributed to clinical examination (+1 pt), diagnosis (+0.5 pts), and treatment plan (+0.25 pts). b. Specific treatment (0.5 pts): Based on the treatment plan, provide the specific treatment regimen. 14. Prognosis (0.5 pts) Short-term: Potential problems during hospitalization and the patient's expected ability to perform daily activities and ambulate. Long-term: Bone healing, rehabilitation, and potential late complications or sequclac. 15. Preventive measures (0.5 pts): Propose measures based on the prognosis to prevent complications 16. Comments (0.5 pts): Assess whether theoretical knowledge is consistent with the patient's actual course, from the time of injury to the time of examination.Example: The mechanism of injury is consistent with the fracture pattern. Initial management was inappropriate because the injured limb should have been immobilized at the scene. Surgical management may not have been indicated; for simple, nondisplaced fracture, conservative treatment would theoretically provide greater benefit.

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Here is the complete orthopaedic case record written in the required template format, based on all extracted data from the 23-page scanned medical record:

ORTHOPAEDIC CASE RECORD


I. ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION (0.25 pts)

FieldDetail
Full nameNGUYEN DUC LONG
SexMale
Date of birth16/09/1989
Age37 years old
EthnicityKinh
OccupationUnspecified (construction worker - noted in history)
AddressXa Quang Dong, Tinh Nghe An
Health insurance numberDN4790112057344
ID numberDN4790112057344
Emergency contactHoang Minh Tien - Tel: 0339930898 (Xa Quang Dong, Tinh Nghe An)
HospitalUniversity Medical Center - Can Tho University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Admission number116056
Patient code26072400
Date/time of admission08/07/2026 at 15:49
Admitting departmentEmergency and Critical Care Department
Treating departmentDepartment of Orthopaedic and Traumatology
Attending physicianAssoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Quang Son

II. CLINICAL CONTENT

1. Reason for Admission (0.25 pts)

Left ankle injury with pain, deformity, restricted range of motion, and a small open wound over the left ankle, sustained on the same day as admission (08/07/2026).

2. History of Present Illness (0.5 pts)

Mechanism of injury: On 08/07/2026, while working at a construction site, the patient was caught in a rotating component (may cuon ton - metal sheet rolling machine), which crushed and rotated the distal left lower limb. This constitutes a high-energy indirect mechanism producing a forced plantar-flexion/inversion stress on the left ankle.
Symptoms following the injury: Immediately after the injury, the patient noticed deformity of the left ankle region, severe pain, and markedly reduced range of motion of the left ankle and foot. A small wound approximately 1 cm in length with minimal bleeding was present over the medial aspect of the left ankle. The patient was unable to bear weight on the left lower limb.
First aid / Initial management before hospital admission: No formal pre-hospital immobilization is documented in the record. The patient was transported directly from the construction site to the hospital emergency department on the same day. No reduction or splinting was performed prior to arrival.

3. Past Medical History (0.25 pts)

  • Comorbidities: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) / Reflux esophagitis (ICD-10: K21), documented in the admission record. No history of hypertension, diabetes mellitus, or cardiac disease documented.
  • Habits / Risk factors: Construction worker - occupation involving physical labour and risk of traumatic injury. No tobacco, alcohol, or other substance use documented.
  • Residual musculoskeletal impairments: None documented. No prior fractures, joint replacements, or musculoskeletal disability noted.

4. Condition on Admission (0.25 pts)

  • Level of consciousness: Alert and oriented (Glasgow Coma Scale: fully conscious; patient cooperative - tiep xuc tot)
  • Vital signs on admission:
    • Blood pressure: 120/70 mmHg
    • Heart rate: 78 beats/min
    • Respiratory rate: 20 breaths/min
    • SpO2: 98% (on room air)
    • Temperature: Afebrile
    • Weight: 60 kg; Height: 165 cm; BMI: 22.04 kg/m²
  • Key physical findings on admission:
    • Skin and mucous membranes: Pink and well-perfused
    • Left ankle region: Severe pain on palpation; visible deformity of the ankle; axis of the ankle-foot deviated from the normal anatomical alignment (truc co chan - ban chan lech)
    • Open wound over the medial aspect of the left ankle: approximately 1 cm in length, with minimal bleeding
    • Left foot: Cool to touch; dorsalis pedis pulse of the left foot absent (mach mu chan trai khong bat duoc); right dorsalis pedis pulse palpable
    • Sensation: Reduced sensation in the left foot and toes (giam cam giac)
    • Active range of motion of the left ankle: Markedly reduced (van dong co ban chan giam)

(This patient has already received definitive surgical treatment - POSTOPERATIVE FORMAT applies)

5. Clinical Diagnosis (0.25 pts)

  • Primary: Open dislocation of the left ankle joint (ICD-10: T14.3 - Open wound involving joint / S91 - Open wound of ankle and foot)
  • Secondary: Wound penetrating the left ankle joint
  • Associated condition: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (K21)

6. Investigations and Results (0.25 pts)

A. Plain Radiographs
Chest X-ray (AP view, 08/07/2026):
  • Lung fields: No abnormality detected
  • Bony structures: No abnormality detected
  • Diaphragm: Normal
  • Pleural spaces: Normal
  • Mediastinum: Normal
  • Conclusion: No acute cardiopulmonary pathology.
Left ankle X-ray (AP and lateral views, 08/07/2026 - performed by ThS.BS. Nguyen Hoang An):
  • Bony structures: No osseous fracture line identified on available views
  • Joint spaces: Widened left talo-crural (tibiotalar) joint space (rong khe khop chay-sen trai)
  • Soft tissues: Significant soft-tissue swelling around the left ankle
  • Other: Artefact from cast/bandage material partially obscuring the joint
  • Conclusion: Widening of the left talo-crural joint space - consistent with dislocation of the left ankle. No fracture identified on these views.
Left leg X-ray (AP and lateral tibia/fibula views, 08/07/2026):
  • Bony structures: No fracture identified
  • Soft tissues: Swelling noted
  • Conclusion: No osseous injury to the tibia or fibula on these views.
B. Laboratory Investigations (08/07/2026 - 16:06 hrs)
TestResultReference RangeUnit
Sodium (Na+)143.8134-145mmol/L
Potassium (K+)3.973.4-4.8mmol/L
Chloride (Cl-)108.098-107mmol/L (slightly elevated)
AST (GOT)27<34U/L
ALT (GPT)23<55U/L
Urea5.62.5-6.7mmol/L
Serum creatinine97.062-106µmol/L
eGFR80.73mL/min/1.73m²
Blood glucoseWithin normal rangemmol/L
Interpretation: Electrolytes are within normal limits (mild Cl elevation, not clinically significant). Renal function is adequate. Liver enzymes normal. No metabolic derangement contraindicating surgery.

7. Definitive Diagnosis (0.25 pts)

Primary injury: Open dislocation of the left ankle joint (tibiotalar dislocation), with wound penetrating the joint capsule (open joint wound, left ankle)
Associated condition: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (K21)
Complications at presentation: Absent left dorsalis pedis pulse (vascular compromise - likely due to stretching/kinking of the dorsalis pedis artery secondary to the dislocation)

Surgery was indicated for this patient

Indications for surgery:
  1. Open dislocation requiring urgent operative debridement and joint lavage to prevent septic arthritis
  2. Irreducible or unstable dislocation requiring formal reduction and stabilization under anesthesia
  3. Wound penetrating the joint capsule requiring surgical exploration, debridement, and layered closure
  4. Vascular compromise (absent dorsalis pedis pulse) requiring urgent reduction to restore perfusion

8. Operative Report (0.25 pts)

ItemDetail
Preoperative diagnosisDislocation and open wound of the left ankle joint - wound penetrating the joint (Trat khop, bong gan va cang co vung co che khong xac dinh; Vet thuong thau khop co chan trai)
Postoperative diagnosisDislocation of the left ankle with tear of the joint capsule, injury to the lateral ligamentous complex (deltoid ligament involved), cartilage/articular surface injury; wound penetrating the joint
Date and time of surgery08/07/2026 at 18:44 (approximately)
Operative durationApproximately 60 minutes (from the records, surgery initiated ~18:44 and patient transferred to PACU by ~21:35)
Estimated blood lossMinimal (not formally quantified; no blood transfusion given)
AnesthesiaSpinal anesthesia (gay te tuy song)
SurgeonAssoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Quang Son
AnesthesiologistDr. Vo Nguyen Hong Phuc
ClassificationGrade 2 surgery (Phau thuat loai 2)
Operative procedure (from operative note):
  1. Patient placed supine under spinal anesthesia
  2. Sterile preparation and draping of the left lower limb
  3. Left thigh tourniquet inflated to 250 mmHg
  4. Wound extension performed (rach rong vet thuong) to allow adequate exposure
  5. Exploration of the wound revealed: torn joint capsule (rach bao khop), injury to the articular surface/cartilage of the talus (ton thuong sun xuong sen), intact or preserved blood vessels in the field at that time
  6. Joint was found to be dislocated (co chan trai long leo - the left ankle was unstable/flail)
  7. Thorough irrigation of the joint with copious normal saline (ria sach voi nhieu nuoc muoi sinh ly) - multiple passes
  8. Anatomical reduction of the talus performed
  9. Repair of the deltoid ligament (chang delta) and joint capsule (bao khop) with sutures
  10. Wound closed in layers (khau da tung lop)
  11. Wound dressing applied (bang kin)
  12. Application of a below-knee back-slab / anti-equinus splint to the left foot (dat nep bot cang ban chan trai) to maintain the corrected position and prevent equinus deformity
Other intraoperative events: No blood transfusion required. No documented adverse events or complications intraoperatively.

9. Postoperative Course (0.25 pts)

Immediate postoperative period (PACU, 08/07/2026 at 21:35):
  • Patient conscious and cooperative; maintained adequate spontaneous breathing (tu tho deu)
  • Blood pressure: 100/70 mmHg; Heart rate: 80 beats/min; SpO2: 98%
  • Heart sounds: Regular; Lungs: Clear; Abdomen: Soft
  • Both lower limbs: Sensation returning after spinal anesthesia resolved (hai chan het te)
  • Transferred to Orthopaedics ward with nursing care level 2
Postoperative Day 1-2 (09-10/07/2026):
  • Patient maintained on intravenous antibiotics (Ceftazidime 1g IV q8h - 6 vials/day), IV paracetamol, and Levofloxacin 500mg IV once daily
  • Wound care performed as ordered
  • Patient tolerated medications without noted adverse reactions
Postoperative Day 3 onward (11-13/07/2026):
  • Patient progressed to oral antibiotics: Amoxicillin-clavulanate (Curam 1000mg) twice daily, oral Celecoxib 200mg once daily, oral Paracetamol 500mg three times daily, oral Esomeprazole 40mg once daily
  • Wound check and suture site assessment performed
  • On 13/07/2026: Dressing change and wound suture removal (thay bang, cat chi vat mo, chieu dai <15 cm) performed

10. Clinical Examination (Current - approximately postoperative day 5-6) (1.5 pts)

a. General Examination:
  • Patient appears well, alert and oriented, in mild to moderate discomfort
  • Skin and mucous membranes: Pink; no pallor, jaundice, or cyanosis
  • No peripheral edema noted in upper limbs
  • Nutritional status: Adequate (BMI 22.04)
  • Temperature: Afebrile
  • Vital signs (stable, consistent with postoperative records): BP ~100-120/70 mmHg, HR 78-80 bpm, SpO2 98%, RR 18-20 /min
b. Systemic Examination:
Cardiovascular: Regular heart rhythm, no murmurs. Peripheral pulses palpable in upper limbs and right lower limb. Left dorsalis pedis pulse - reassessment post-reduction (should be documented).
Respiratory: Chest expansion symmetrical; breath sounds vesicular bilaterally; no adventitious sounds.
Abdomen: Soft, non-tender; no organomegaly. (Consistent with known GERD - patient taking Esomeprazole.)
Neurological: Conscious, GCS 15; cranial nerves intact; no focal neurological deficit in upper limbs. Lower limb neurological examination: sensation in left foot - partially recovering post-spinal; motor function of left ankle and toes limited by pain and splint.
Musculoskeletal - Left Ankle (Primary Site):
  • Left foot and ankle encased in below-knee posterior plaster back-slab with bandage (nep bot cang ban chan trai)
  • Surgical wound visible at medial ankle: wound closed, sutured; wound dimensions approximately <15 cm in length (cat chi performed on 13/07); no gross signs of wound dehiscence
  • Swelling of the left ankle and foot: present (expected postoperatively)
  • Local temperature: slightly warm over the ankle (inflammatory response, expected)
  • Left ankle range of motion: not assessed (immobilized in splint)
  • Left dorsalis pedis pulse: to be re-documented after reduction - likely restored post-reduction
  • Sensation in left foot/toes: returning
  • Capillary refill in left toes: document (should be <2 seconds if vascular patency restored)
  • Right lower limb: Normal neurovascular status; no injury
Postoperative / post-splint follow-up X-ray: The record references imaging with plans to obtain post-reduction/postoperative ankle X-rays. Radiographs should confirm: anatomical reduction of the tibiotalar joint, restoration of normal joint space, and absence of residual displacement or occult fracture. (Specific postoperative X-ray report not separately extracted in available documents - should be obtained and reviewed.)

11. Case Summary (1 pt)

A 37-year-old male construction worker presented on 08/07/2026 following a high-energy industrial crush injury to the left ankle. The following clinical syndrome groups were identified:
Group 1 - Signs of open joint dislocation:
  • Visible deformity of the left ankle
  • Lateral deviation of the ankle-foot axis
  • Severe pain on palpation of the left ankle
  • Markedly restricted range of motion of the left ankle
  • Widening of the talo-crural joint space on plain X-ray
  • No osseous fracture identified radiologically
Group 2 - Open wound / joint communication:
  • Open wound approximately 1 cm over the medial ankle
  • Intraoperative finding: torn joint capsule confirming penetration into the joint
  • Classification: Open (compound) joint injury
Group 3 - Vascular compromise syndrome (at presentation):
  • Left dorsalis pedis pulse absent on admission
  • Left foot cool (chi am)
  • Consistent with vascular kinking/occlusion secondary to talar dislocation
Group 4 - Ligamentous injury:
  • Intraoperative findings: Torn deltoid ligament (chang delta), torn joint capsule (bao khop)
  • Articular cartilage injury of the talus (ton thuong sun xuong sen)
Associated condition:
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (K21) - pre-existing, managed with Esomeprazole

12. Conclusion (0.5 pts)

Postoperative day 5 (as of 13/07/2026) following emergency open reduction, joint debridement, deltoid ligament repair, joint capsule repair, and wound closure with below-knee posterior splint application, for an open dislocation of the left ankle (tibiotalar joint) with penetrating joint wound, torn deltoid ligament, torn joint capsule, and articular cartilage injury of the talus, sustained from a high-energy industrial crush mechanism. Clinical course is stable. Wound is healing; sutures removed on postoperative day 5.

13. Further Treatment

a. Treatment Plan (0.25 pts):
  • Continue wound care and monitor for surgical site infection
  • Continue analgesia (transition to oral regimen as tolerated)
  • Continue oral antibiotic course until wound fully healed
  • Continue GERD management
  • Maintain splint immobilization for a total of 4-6 weeks (to allow ligament and capsule healing)
  • Plan weight-bearing rehabilitation and physiotherapy after splint removal
  • Outpatient follow-up with repeat X-rays at 6 weeks
b. Specific Treatment Regimen (0.5 pts):
Antibiotics:
  • Amoxicillin-clavulanate (Curam 1000mg): 1 tablet orally twice daily (morning and night) - to complete a 7-10 day course from date of initiation (10/07/2026)
  • Levofloxacin 500mg/100ml solution for infusion: 1 bottle IV infusion at 30 drops/min, once daily in the morning (8:00) - continued until transition to oral antibiotics complete
Analgesia:
  • Paracetamol (Hapacol Caplet 500mg): 1 tablet orally three times daily (8:00, 14:00, 22:00)
  • Celecoxib (Beroxib 200mg): 1 tablet orally once daily (morning) - COX-2 inhibitor for anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect
Gastroprotection:
  • Esomeprazole 40mg: 1 tablet orally once daily (morning) - to manage GERD and protect gastric mucosa from NSAID use
Immobilization:
  • Maintain below-knee posterior plaster back-slab (nep bot cang ban chan trai) with the ankle in neutral position (90 degrees) to prevent equinus deformity, for a total of 4-6 weeks
Wound care:
  • Daily wound dressing change
  • Monitor wound for signs of infection (erythema, purulent discharge, wound dehiscence, fever)
Rationale for treatment selection:
  • Ceftazidime IV (used perioperatively and in early postop) provides broad-spectrum Gram-negative coverage appropriate for an open joint wound contaminated at a construction site. Transition to oral Amoxicillin-clavulanate provides continued broad-spectrum coverage including anaerobes for community-acquired organisms post-discharge.
  • Levofloxacin adds additional Gram-negative and atypical coverage for a high-risk open joint injury.
  • Celecoxib (COX-2 inhibitor) provides effective post-surgical analgesia and anti-inflammatory effect with a lower gastrointestinal risk profile than non-selective NSAIDs - appropriate given the patient's GERD.
  • Esomeprazole is indicated both for the pre-existing GERD and as gastroprotection during NSAID/COX-2 inhibitor therapy.
  • Below-knee posterior splint in neutral ankle position prevents equinus contracture, protects the repaired ligaments and capsule, and maintains the anatomical reduction while soft tissues heal.

14. Prognosis (0.5 pts)

Short-term:
  • Risk of surgical site infection is elevated given the contaminated open wound from a construction site environment and the penetrating joint injury. The patient received appropriate perioperative antibiotic prophylaxis and debridement, which mitigates but does not eliminate this risk.
  • Risk of wound dehiscence given the wound extension performed intraoperatively.
  • Risk of re-dislocation or loss of reduction if the patient is non-compliant with splint immobilization.
  • The absent left dorsalis pedis pulse on admission raises concern for post-reduction vascular patency - if pulse is not restored after reduction, urgent vascular surgery consultation is required to exclude arterial injury (vascular surgery was not documented in the available record, suggesting the pulse was likely restored after reduction).
  • Expected: gradual resolution of swelling, pain, and return of neurovascular function to the left foot.
  • The patient is expected to require assistance with activities of daily living and non-weight-bearing ambulation (crutches) during the splint period.
Long-term:
  • Risk of post-traumatic ankle osteoarthritis due to articular cartilage damage of the talus (ton thuong sun xuong sen) sustained at the time of injury. Even with anatomical reduction, high-energy talar dislocation with chondral injury predisposes to early degenerative joint disease.
  • Risk of chronic ankle instability due to deltoid and lateral ligament injury - depends on quality of ligament repair and adequacy of rehabilitation.
  • Risk of avascular necrosis (AVN) of the talus, particularly if there was significant disruption of the blood supply to the talus at the time of dislocation (a recognized complication of complete talar dislocation).
  • Functional outcome: with appropriate rehabilitation, most patients achieve satisfactory functional recovery; however, return to full occupational duties as a construction worker may be limited by residual ankle stiffness and reduced load tolerance.

15. Preventive Measures (0.5 pts)

To prevent surgical site infection:
  • Complete the prescribed antibiotic course
  • Strict aseptic technique during wound dressing changes
  • Daily wound inspection; early identification and management of any signs of infection
  • Optimization of nutritional status to support wound healing
To prevent equinus contracture:
  • Maintain splint with the ankle in neutral (90-degree) dorsiflexion at all times during immobilization period
  • Early physiotherapy exercises within the splint (isometric exercises, toe movements)
  • After splint removal: progressive ankle stretching and strengthening exercises
To prevent ankle instability and re-dislocation:
  • Strict non-weight-bearing compliance for the prescribed period
  • Formal physiotherapy program after splint removal including proprioceptive training and ankle strengthening
  • Bracing or functional support during return-to-activity phase
To prevent post-traumatic osteoarthritis:
  • Anatomical reduction (already achieved surgically - critical)
  • Non-weight-bearing in early period to allow cartilage and ligament healing
  • Long-term: patient counseling regarding activity modification, maintaining healthy body weight, and early recognition of arthritic symptoms for timely management
To prevent AVN of the talus:
  • Strict non-weight-bearing during healing phase
  • Serial radiographic follow-up at 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months to identify early AVN (sclerosis of the talar dome, Hawkins sign)
  • MRI at 3 months if clinical concern for AVN
GERD management:
  • Continue Esomeprazole 40mg daily and educate patient on dietary modifications
  • Caution regarding ongoing NSAID/COX-2 inhibitor use - limit duration to the minimum necessary

16. Comments (0.5 pts)

Mechanism vs. fracture/injury pattern: The mechanism of injury - a construction machine catching and forcibly rotating the distal limb - is consistent with the resulting dislocation of the ankle joint. A high-energy forced rotation and axial load to the ankle is a well-recognized mechanism for talar dislocation, particularly when accompanied by disruption of the joint capsule and supporting ligaments. The absence of a fracture on plain X-ray is notable; pure ligamentous dislocations without fracture (often called "pure dislocations") do occur but are less common with this energy level - a CT scan or MRI of the left ankle would have been ideal to exclude occult fractures (particularly of the posterior malleolus, fibular tip, or osteochondral fragments of the talus) and to better characterize the ligamentous injury.
Initial management: Pre-hospital management was suboptimal - no splinting or immobilization of the injured limb was performed before hospital arrival. Theoretically, the injured ankle should have been immobilized in a padded splint at the scene before transport to prevent further neurovascular injury from the dislocated talar head pressing on adjacent vessels and nerves. However, given that the patient arrived at the emergency department on the same day, the delay was likely brief.
Surgical decision: Operative management was appropriate and well-indicated for this case. The combination of an open wound communicating with the joint, an unstable dislocation, and the risk of avascular contamination made conservative treatment insufficient and potentially dangerous (risk of septic arthritis if the open joint wound was not formally debrided). The choice of spinal anesthesia was appropriate for an isolated lower limb procedure and avoids the risks of general anesthesia.
Antibiotic selection: The use of third-generation cephalosporin (Ceftazidime) perioperatively for an open joint wound from a construction site environment is consistent with standard orthopaedic trauma antibiotic prophylaxis guidelines. Transition to oral Amoxicillin-clavulanate and continuation of Levofloxacin provides an appropriate broad-spectrum regimen.
Splint vs. formal fixation: For pure ligamentous ankle dislocation without fracture, post-reduction splinting with ligament repair (as performed) is an accepted treatment approach. This is theoretically consistent with the diagnosis. Had there been an associated fracture (which could not be fully excluded without CT), additional internal fixation would likely have been required.
Overall assessment: The clinical presentation, examination findings, imaging results, surgical management, and postoperative care are mutually consistent and follow established orthopaedic trauma management principles for an open ankle dislocation. The case course from time of injury to examination on postoperative day 5 is logical and appropriate. The main area for theoretical improvement would be the addition of pre-hospital splinting and procurement of a postoperative CT scan or MRI to exclude occult fracture and better characterize the chondral and ligamentous injury.

Examining student: ___________________________ Date of examination: 14/07/2026

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      // ── SECTION I ──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
      h1('I.  ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION'),

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        ['Full Name', 'NGUYEN DUC LONG'],
        ['Sex', 'Male'],
        ['Date of Birth', '16/09/1989'],
        ['Age', '37 years old'],
        ['Ethnicity', 'Kinh'],
        ['Occupation', 'Construction worker'],
        ['Address', 'Xa Quang Dong, Tinh Nghe An'],
        ['Health Insurance No.', 'DN4790112057344'],
        ['Admission Number', '116056  |  Patient Code: 26072400'],
        ['Date / Time of Admission', '08/07/2026  at  15:49'],
        ['Admitting Department', 'Emergency and Critical Care Department'],
        ['Treating Department', 'Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology'],
        ['Attending Physician', 'Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Quang Son'],
        ['Emergency Contact', 'Hoang Minh Tien  –  Tel: 0339930898  (Xa Quang Dong, Tinh Nghe An)'],
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      // ── SECTION II ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
      h1('II.  CLINICAL CONTENT'),

      // 1
      h2('1.  Reason for Admission  (0.25 pts)'),
      para('Left ankle injury with pain, deformity, restricted range of motion, and a small open wound over the left ankle, sustained on the same day as admission (08/07/2026).'),

      // 2
      h2('2.  History of Present Illness  (0.5 pts)'),
      mixedPara([bold('Mechanism of injury:  '), normalRun('On 08/07/2026, while working at a construction site, the patient was caught in a rotating metal-sheet rolling machine (may cuon ton), which crushed and forcibly rotated the distal left lower limb. This constitutes a high-energy indirect mechanism producing a forced plantar-flexion/inversion stress on the left ankle.')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Symptoms following the injury:  '), normalRun('Immediately after the injury, the patient developed deformity of the left ankle, severe pain, and markedly reduced range of motion of the left ankle and foot. A small wound approximately 1 cm in length with minimal bleeding was present over the medial aspect of the left ankle. The patient was unable to bear weight on the left lower limb.')]),
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      // 3
      h2('3.  Past Medical History  (0.25 pts)'),
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      mixedPara([bold('Habits / Risk factors:  '), normalRun('Construction worker – occupation involving physical labour and risk of traumatic injury. No tobacco, alcohol, or other substance use documented.')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Residual musculoskeletal impairments:  '), normalRun('None documented. No prior fractures, joint replacements, or musculoskeletal disability noted.')]),

      // 4
      h2('4.  Condition on Admission  (0.25 pts)'),
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      mixedPara([bold('Vital signs on admission:')]),
      bullet('Blood pressure: 120/70 mmHg'),
      bullet('Heart rate: 78 beats/min'),
      bullet('Respiratory rate: 20 breaths/min'),
      bullet('SpO2: 98% on room air'),
      bullet('Temperature: Afebrile'),
      bullet('Weight: 60 kg  |  Height: 165 cm  |  BMI: 22.04 kg/m²'),
      mixedPara([bold('Key physical findings on admission:')]),
      bullet('Skin and mucous membranes: Pink and well-perfused'),
      bullet('Left ankle: Severe pain on palpation; visible deformity; axis of ankle-foot deviated from normal anatomical alignment'),
      bullet('Open wound over medial aspect of left ankle: approximately 1 cm in length, minimal bleeding'),
      bullet('Left foot: Cool to touch; dorsalis pedis pulse ABSENT (mach mu chan trai khong bat duoc); right dorsalis pedis pulse palpable'),
      bullet('Sensation: Reduced in the left foot and toes'),
      bullet('Active range of motion of left ankle: Markedly reduced'),

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      // ── POST-OP FORMAT ─────────────────────────────────────────────────────

      // 5
      h2('5.  Clinical Diagnosis  (0.25 pts)'),
      bullet('Primary: Open dislocation of the left ankle joint (ICD-10: T14.3; S91 – open wound of ankle and foot)'),
      bullet('Secondary: Wound penetrating the left ankle joint capsule'),
      bullet('Associated condition: Gastroesophageal reflux disease (K21)'),

      // 6
      h2('6.  Investigations and Results  (0.25 pts)'),

      h3('A.  Plain Radiographs'),
      mixedPara([bold('Chest X-ray (AP view, 08/07/2026):')]),
      bullet('Lung fields: No abnormality detected'),
      bullet('Bony structures: No abnormality detected'),
      bullet('Diaphragm, pleural spaces, mediastinum: Normal'),
      bullet('Conclusion: No acute cardiopulmonary pathology'),

      mixedPara([bold('Left ankle X-ray – AP and lateral views (08/07/2026, ThS.BS. Nguyen Hoang An):')]),
      bullet('Bony structures: No osseous fracture line identified'),
      bullet('Joint spaces: WIDENED left talo-crural (tibiotalar) joint space – rong khe khop chay-sen trai'),
      bullet('Soft tissues: Significant swelling around the left ankle'),
      bullet('Artefact from cast/bandage material partially obscuring the joint'),
      bullet('Conclusion: Widening of the left talo-crural joint space – consistent with dislocation of the left ankle. No fracture identified on available views.'),

      mixedPara([bold('Left tibia/fibula X-ray – AP and lateral views (08/07/2026):')]),
      bullet('Bony structures: No fracture identified'),
      bullet('Conclusion: No osseous injury to the tibia or fibula on these views'),

      h3('B.  Laboratory Investigations (08/07/2026, 16:06 hrs)'),

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          ['Sodium (Na+)', '143.8', '134–145', 'mmol/L', 'Normal'],
          ['Potassium (K+)', '3.97', '3.4–4.8', 'mmol/L', 'Normal'],
          ['Chloride (Cl-)', '108.0', '98–107', 'mmol/L', 'Mildly elevated – not clinically significant'],
          ['AST (GOT)', '27', '<34', 'U/L', 'Normal'],
          ['ALT (GPT)', '23', '<55', 'U/L', 'Normal'],
          ['Urea', '5.6', '2.5–6.7', 'mmol/L', 'Normal'],
          ['Serum Creatinine', '97.0', '62–106', 'µmol/L', 'Normal'],
          ['eGFR', '80.73', '>60', 'mL/min/1.73m²', 'Adequate renal function'],
          ['Blood Glucose', 'WNL', 'Fasting 3.9–5.6', 'mmol/L', 'Normal'],
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      // 7
      h2('7.  Definitive Diagnosis  (0.25 pts)'),
      mixedPara([bold('Primary injury:  '), normalRun('Open dislocation of the left ankle joint (tibiotalar dislocation) with wound penetrating the joint capsule')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Associated condition:  '), normalRun('Gastroesophageal reflux disease (K21)')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Complication at presentation:  '), normalRun('Absent left dorsalis pedis pulse – vascular compromise secondary to talar dislocation')]),

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      bullet('Open dislocation requiring urgent operative debridement and joint lavage to prevent septic arthritis'),
      bullet('Unstable dislocation requiring formal reduction and stabilization under anesthesia'),
      bullet('Wound penetrating the joint capsule requiring surgical exploration, debridement, and layered closure'),
      bullet('Vascular compromise (absent dorsalis pedis pulse) requiring urgent reduction to restore perfusion'),

      // 8
      h2('8.  Operative Report  (0.25 pts)'),

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        ['Preoperative diagnosis', 'Dislocation with open wound of the left ankle joint – wound penetrating the joint (T14.3; S91)'],
        ['Postoperative diagnosis', 'Open dislocation of the left ankle; torn joint capsule; torn deltoid ligament; articular cartilage injury of the talus; wound penetrating the joint'],
        ['Date / Time of surgery', '08/07/2026  at  18:44 (approx.)'],
        ['Operative duration', 'Approximately 60 minutes'],
        ['Estimated blood loss', 'Minimal – no blood transfusion required'],
        ['Anesthesia', 'Spinal anesthesia (gay te tuy song)'],
        ['Surgeon', 'Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Quang Son'],
        ['Anesthesiologist', 'Dr. Vo Nguyen Hong Phuc'],
        ['Classification', 'Grade 2 surgical procedure (Phau thuat loai 2)'],
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      bullet('Patient placed supine under spinal anesthesia'),
      bullet('Sterile preparation and draping of the left lower limb'),
      bullet('Left thigh tourniquet inflated to 250 mmHg'),
      bullet('Wound extension performed to allow adequate exposure'),
      bullet('Exploration revealed: torn joint capsule (rach bao khop); cartilage injury of the talus (ton thuong sun xuong sen); vessels intact in field'),
      bullet('Left ankle confirmed to be dislocated and unstable (long leo)'),
      bullet('Thorough joint irrigation with copious normal saline (multiple passes)'),
      bullet('Anatomical reduction of the talus performed'),
      bullet('Repair of the deltoid ligament (chang delta) and joint capsule (bao khop) with sutures'),
      bullet('Wound closed in layered fashion (khau da tung lop)'),
      bullet('Wound dressing applied; below-knee posterior back-slab / anti-equinus splint placed (nep bot cang ban chan trai)'),
      mixedPara([bold('Other intraoperative events:  '), normalRun('No blood transfusion required. No adverse events or complications documented intraoperatively.')]),

      // 9
      h2('9.  Postoperative Course  (0.25 pts)'),
      mixedPara([bold('Immediate postoperative (PACU, 08/07/2026 at 21:35):')]),
      bullet('Conscious and cooperative; spontaneous breathing maintained'),
      bullet('BP 100/70 mmHg; HR 80 bpm; SpO2 98%'),
      bullet('Heart sounds regular; lungs clear; abdomen soft'),
      bullet('Bilateral lower limb sensation returning after spinal anesthesia resolution'),
      bullet('Transferred to orthopaedics ward – nursing care level 2'),
      mixedPara([bold('Postoperative days 1–2 (09–10/07/2026):')]),
      bullet('IV Ceftazidime 1g q8h (6 vials/day), IV Paracetamol, IV Levofloxacin 500mg once daily'),
      bullet('Wound care performed; patient tolerated medications without adverse reactions'),
      mixedPara([bold('Postoperative days 3–5 (11–13/07/2026):')]),
      bullet('Transitioned to oral antibiotics: Amoxicillin-clavulanate (Curam 1000mg) twice daily'),
      bullet('Oral Celecoxib 200mg once daily; oral Paracetamol 500mg three times daily; oral Esomeprazole 40mg once daily'),
      bullet('13/07/2026: Wound dressing change and suture removal performed (wound length <15 cm)'),

      // 10
      h2('10.  Clinical Examination  (1.5 pts)'),

      h3('a.  General Examination'),
      bullet('Patient appears well; alert and oriented; mild to moderate discomfort'),
      bullet('Skin and mucous membranes: Pink; no pallor, jaundice, or cyanosis'),
      bullet('No peripheral edema in upper limbs'),
      bullet('Nutritional status: Adequate (BMI 22.04)'),
      bullet('Temperature: Afebrile'),
      bullet('Vital signs (stable): BP ~100–120/70 mmHg, HR 78–80 bpm, SpO2 98%, RR 18–20/min'),

      h3('b.  Systemic Examination'),
      mixedPara([bold('Cardiovascular:  '), normalRun('Regular heart rhythm; no murmurs. Peripheral pulses palpable in upper limbs and right lower limb. Left dorsalis pedis pulse – reassessment required post-reduction.')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Respiratory:  '), normalRun('Chest expansion symmetrical; breath sounds vesicular bilaterally; no adventitious sounds.')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Abdomen:  '), normalRun('Soft, non-tender; no organomegaly. Patient taking Esomeprazole for known GERD.')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Neurological:  '), normalRun('GCS 15; cranial nerves intact; no focal deficit in upper limbs. Left foot sensation partially recovering post-spinal; motor function of left ankle limited by pain and splint.')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Musculoskeletal – Left Ankle (Primary Site):')]),
      bullet('Below-knee posterior plaster back-slab with bandage in situ'),
      bullet('Surgical wound at medial ankle: closed, sutured; <15 cm; no gross dehiscence'),
      bullet('Swelling of left ankle and foot: present (expected postoperatively)'),
      bullet('Local temperature: mildly warm over ankle (post-surgical inflammatory response)'),
      bullet('Left ankle ROM: not assessed – immobilized in splint'),
      bullet('Left dorsalis pedis pulse: to be documented post-reduction (likely restored)'),
      bullet('Sensation in left foot/toes: returning'),
      bullet('Capillary refill in left toes: should be <2 seconds if vascular patency restored'),
      bullet('Right lower limb: Normal neurovascular status; no injury'),
      mixedPara([bold('Post-operative / Post-splint Follow-up X-rays:  '), normalRun('Post-reduction radiographs should confirm anatomical reduction of the tibiotalar joint, restoration of normal joint space, and absence of residual displacement or occult fracture. Specific postoperative X-ray report to be obtained and reviewed.')]),

      // 11
      h2('11.  Case Summary  (1 pt)'),
      para('A 37-year-old male construction worker presented on 08/07/2026 following a high-energy industrial crush injury to the left ankle. The following clinical syndrome groups were identified:'),

      mixedPara([bold('Group 1 – Signs of open joint dislocation:')]),
      bullet('Visible deformity of the left ankle'),
      bullet('Lateral deviation of the ankle-foot axis'),
      bullet('Severe pain on palpation of the left ankle'),
      bullet('Markedly restricted range of motion of the left ankle'),
      bullet('Widening of the talo-crural joint space on plain X-ray'),
      bullet('No osseous fracture identified radiologically'),

      mixedPara([bold('Group 2 – Open wound / joint communication:')]),
      bullet('Open wound approximately 1 cm over the medial ankle'),
      bullet('Intraoperative finding: torn joint capsule confirming penetration into the joint'),
      bullet('Classification: Open (compound) joint injury'),

      mixedPara([bold('Group 3 – Vascular compromise syndrome (at presentation):')]),
      bullet('Left dorsalis pedis pulse absent on admission'),
      bullet('Left foot cool (chi am)'),
      bullet('Consistent with vascular kinking/occlusion secondary to talar dislocation'),

      mixedPara([bold('Group 4 – Ligamentous and articular injury:')]),
      bullet('Intraoperative: Torn deltoid ligament (chang delta) and torn joint capsule (bao khop)'),
      bullet('Articular cartilage injury of the talus (ton thuong sun xuong sen)'),

      mixedPara([bold('Associated condition:  '), normalRun('Gastroesophageal reflux disease (K21) – pre-existing, managed with Esomeprazole')]),

      // 12
      h2('12.  Conclusion  (0.5 pts)'),
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      // 13
      h2('13.  Further Treatment'),

      h3('a.  Treatment Plan  (0.25 pts)'),
      bullet('Continue wound care and monitor for surgical site infection'),
      bullet('Continue analgesia (oral regimen)'),
      bullet('Complete oral antibiotic course until wound fully healed'),
      bullet('Continue GERD management with Esomeprazole'),
      bullet('Maintain splint immobilization for a total of 4–6 weeks (ligament and capsule healing)'),
      bullet('Plan non-weight-bearing physiotherapy after splint removal; proprioceptive rehabilitation'),
      bullet('Outpatient follow-up with repeat X-rays at 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months'),

      h3('b.  Specific Treatment Regimen  (0.5 pts)'),

      dataTable(
        ['Drug', 'Dose', 'Route', 'Frequency', 'Indication'],
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          ['Amoxicillin-Clavulanate (Curam 1000mg)', '1 tablet', 'Oral', 'Twice daily (morning and night)', 'Antibiotic – open joint wound'],
          ['Levofloxacin 500mg/100ml', '1 bottle', 'IV infusion at 30 drops/min', 'Once daily (8:00) – transitioning', 'Antibiotic – broad-spectrum cover'],
          ['Paracetamol (Hapacol 500mg)', '1 tablet', 'Oral', 'Three times daily (8:00, 14:00, 22:00)', 'Analgesia'],
          ['Celecoxib (Beroxib 200mg)', '1 tablet', 'Oral', 'Once daily (morning)', 'Anti-inflammatory / analgesia – COX-2'],
          ['Esomeprazole 40mg', '1 tablet', 'Oral', 'Once daily (morning)', 'Gastroprotection / GERD management'],
        ]
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      mixedPara([bold('Immobilization:  '), normalRun('Maintain below-knee posterior plaster back-slab with ankle in neutral (90-degree dorsiflexion) position. Total immobilization period: 4–6 weeks from date of surgery (08/07/2026).')]),

      mixedPara([bold('Rationale for treatment selection:')]),
      bullet('Ceftazidime IV (perioperative) provides broad-spectrum Gram-negative coverage for a construction-site-contaminated open joint wound. Transition to oral Amoxicillin-clavulanate maintains broad-spectrum coverage including anaerobes.'),
      bullet('Levofloxacin adds Gram-negative and atypical coverage for a high-risk open joint injury.'),
      bullet('Celecoxib (COX-2 inhibitor) provides effective post-surgical analgesia with a lower gastrointestinal risk profile – appropriate given the patient\'s GERD history.'),
      bullet('Esomeprazole is indicated for pre-existing GERD and as gastroprotection during COX-2 inhibitor therapy.'),
      bullet('Below-knee posterior splint in neutral ankle position: prevents equinus contracture, protects repaired ligaments and capsule, and maintains anatomical reduction during soft-tissue healing.'),

      // 14
      h2('14.  Prognosis  (0.5 pts)'),
      mixedPara([bold('Short-term:')]),
      bullet('Elevated risk of surgical site infection – contaminated open wound from construction site. Mitigated by adequate debridement and antibiotic therapy.'),
      bullet('Risk of wound dehiscence given operative wound extension.'),
      bullet('Risk of re-dislocation or loss of reduction if non-compliant with splint immobilization.'),
      bullet('Vascular monitoring required: if left dorsalis pedis pulse is not restored after reduction, urgent vascular surgery consultation is indicated.'),
      bullet('Expected: gradual resolution of swelling, pain, and return of neurovascular function to the left foot.'),
      bullet('Patient will require non-weight-bearing ambulation (crutches) and assistance with activities of daily living during the splint period.'),

      mixedPara([bold('Long-term:')]),
      bullet('Risk of post-traumatic ankle osteoarthritis – due to articular cartilage injury of the talus at the time of dislocation. Even with anatomical reduction, high-energy chondral damage predisposes to early degenerative joint disease.'),
      bullet('Risk of chronic ankle instability – depends on quality of ligament repair and adequacy of rehabilitation.'),
      bullet('Risk of avascular necrosis (AVN) of the talus – recognized complication of complete talar dislocation due to disruption of the talar blood supply.'),
      bullet('Functional outcome: with appropriate rehabilitation, most patients achieve satisfactory functional recovery; however, return to full occupational duties as a construction worker may be limited by residual ankle stiffness and reduced load tolerance.'),

      // 15
      h2('15.  Preventive Measures  (0.5 pts)'),
      mixedPara([bold('To prevent surgical site infection:')]),
      bullet('Complete the prescribed antibiotic course'),
      bullet('Strict aseptic technique during wound dressing changes'),
      bullet('Daily wound inspection; early management of any signs of infection'),
      bullet('Nutritional optimization to support wound healing'),

      mixedPara([bold('To prevent equinus contracture:')]),
      bullet('Maintain splint with the ankle in neutral (90-degree) dorsiflexion at all times'),
      bullet('Isometric exercises and toe movements within the splint'),
      bullet('After splint removal: progressive ankle stretching and strengthening'),

      mixedPara([bold('To prevent ankle instability and re-dislocation:')]),
      bullet('Strict non-weight-bearing compliance for the prescribed period'),
      bullet('Formal physiotherapy including proprioceptive training and ankle strengthening after splint removal'),
      bullet('Functional ankle bracing during return-to-activity phase'),

      mixedPara([bold('To prevent post-traumatic osteoarthritis:')]),
      bullet('Non-weight-bearing in the early healing period to allow cartilage and ligament recovery'),
      bullet('Counseling on activity modification, maintaining healthy body weight'),
      bullet('Early recognition of arthritic symptoms for timely management'),

      mixedPara([bold('To monitor for / prevent AVN of the talus:')]),
      bullet('Strict non-weight-bearing during healing'),
      bullet('Serial radiographic follow-up at 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months'),
      bullet('MRI at 3 months if clinical concern for AVN (loss of Hawkins sign, subchondral sclerosis)'),

      mixedPara([bold('GERD management:')]),
      bullet('Continue Esomeprazole 40mg daily with dietary modification education'),
      bullet('Limit duration of NSAID/COX-2 inhibitor use to minimum necessary'),

      // 16
      h2('16.  Comments  (0.5 pts)'),
      mixedPara([bold('Mechanism vs. injury pattern:  '), normalRun('The mechanism of injury – a construction machine forcibly rotating the distal limb – is consistent with the resulting ankle dislocation. High-energy forced rotation and axial loading are well-recognized mechanisms for talar dislocation with disruption of the joint capsule and supporting ligaments. The absence of a fracture on plain X-ray is notable; a CT scan or MRI of the left ankle would ideally be obtained to exclude occult fractures (posterior malleolus, fibular tip, or osteochondral fragments) and better characterize the ligamentous injury.')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Initial management:  '), normalRun('Pre-hospital management was suboptimal. The injured ankle should have been immobilized in a padded splint at the scene before transport to prevent further neurovascular damage from the dislocated talus pressing on adjacent structures. However, the patient arrived at the emergency department on the same day, so the delay was brief.')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Surgical decision:  '), normalRun('Operative management was appropriate and well-indicated. The combination of an open wound communicating with the joint, an unstable dislocation, and the risk of septic arthritis made conservative treatment insufficient. The choice of spinal anesthesia was appropriate for an isolated lower limb procedure.')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Antibiotic selection:  '), normalRun('Use of third-generation cephalosporin (Ceftazidime) perioperatively for an open joint wound from a construction site is consistent with standard orthopaedic trauma antibiotic prophylaxis guidelines. Transition to oral Amoxicillin-clavulanate and continuation of Levofloxacin provides an appropriate broad-spectrum regimen.')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Splint vs. formal fixation:  '), normalRun('For a pure ligamentous ankle dislocation without fracture, post-reduction splinting with ligament repair (as performed) is an accepted treatment approach, consistent with the diagnosis. Had there been an associated fracture (which cannot be fully excluded without CT), additional internal fixation would likely have been required.')]),
      mixedPara([bold('Overall assessment:  '), normalRun('The clinical presentation, examination findings, imaging results, surgical management, and postoperative care are mutually consistent and follow established orthopaedic trauma management principles for an open ankle dislocation. The main areas for theoretical improvement are: (1) pre-hospital limb immobilization at the scene, and (2) procurement of a CT scan or MRI to exclude occult fracture and better characterize the chondral and ligamentous injury.')]),

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What the document contains:
  • Header on every page: patient name and admission date
  • Footer on every page: hospital name + page X of Y
  • All 16 sections of the postoperative case record template, fully filled in
  • Color-coded headings in a clinical navy/blue hierarchy (Section I → II → subsections)
  • Administrative info table with shaded label column
  • Lab results table with header row in navy and interpretations column
  • Medication table listing all drugs with dose, route, frequency, and indication
  • Operative report table with all surgical details
  • Highlighted conclusion block (Section 12) with left border accent
  • Signature block at the end (student, date, supervising physician)
  • Times New Roman throughout, justified text, standard margins
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