Segmental bioelectrical impedance analysis can detect differences between the affected and non-affected limbs in individuals with hip osteoarthritis.

OBJECTIVE: To analyze the bioelectrical impedance parameters of the lower limbs of individuals with hip osteoarthritis and healthy individuals. DESIGN: Cross-sectional study. SETTING: The study was carried out at the Hip Surgery Outpatient Clinic. PARTICIPANTS: The volunteers had to be between 45 and 70 years of age, of both sexes, with a clinical and radiological diagnosis of hip osteoarthritis for at least three years, unilateral involvement, or a significant complaint in one hip. METHODS: This was a cross-sectional study. Fifty-four individuals were recruited for the study, 31 individuals with hip osteoarthritis (OA group) and 29 healthy individuals for the control group (C group). Demographic and anthropometric data were collected and then the Numerical Pain Rating Scale, WOMAC, Harris Hip Score, and bioimpedance assessment were applied. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE(S): Electrical bioimpedance parameters. Phase angle (PhA), impedance, reactance, and muscle mass. RESULTS: There was a significant difference in phase angle (PhA), impedance, and muscle mass at 50 kHz frequency on the side affected by OA when compared to the contralateral side. In the OA group, there was a significant decrease in phase angle (PhA) -0.54 (-0.85 to -0.23) and muscle mass - 0.29 (-0.40 to -0,19), as well as an increase in impedance at the 50 kHz frequency on the side affected by OA when compared to contralateral side 21.71 (13.69 to 29.74). In the C group, there was no difference between the dominant and non-dominant sides (P > 0.05). CONCLUSION: The segmental electrical bioimpedance equipment can detect differences between limbs affected and unaffected by hip osteoarthritis.

The Significance of the Nucleic Acid Test (NAT) to Prevent Viral Contamination in Musculoskeletal Tissue Transplantation / A importância da realização do teste de ácidos nucleicos (NAT) para a prevenção de contaminação viral nos transplantes de tecidos musculoesqueléticos

Abstract Objective The present study aims to highlight the significance of the nucleic acid test (NAT) for musculoskeletal tissue donation and to compare the sensitivity of this test on the different available platforms. Method The present study is a retrospective survey in a human tissue bank database and an integrative literature review encompassing the last 10 years. The PubMed portal and the SCOPUS, CINAHL, and Web of Science databases were queried for articles. Results We found no specific studies on the use and sensitivity of NAT in braindead tissue donors. The information presented in the present study consists of specific contents intended for the Brazilian Blood Transfusion Network (Hemorrede Transfusional Nacional, in Portuguese) and internal retrospective data from a tissue bank located at a city in the state of São Paulo, Brazil. Conclusions The NAT is effective in blood samples from living patients. However, since biochemical reactions in braindead patients can be different, specific research, platforms, or both are crucial to tissue banks.

Resumo Objetivo Evidenciar a importância da realização do teste de ácido nucleico (NAT, na sigla em inglês) para doação de tecidos musculoesqueléticos, assim como comparar a sensibilidade deste exame nas diferentes plataformas existentes no mercado. Método Trata-se de um levantamento retrospectivo no banco de dados de um determinado Banco de Tecidos Humanos e de uma revisão integrativa da literatura, operacionalizada nos últimos 10 anos. As buscas de artigos ocorreram no portal PubMed e nas bases de dados SCOPUS, CINAHL e Web of Science. Resultados Não foram encontrados estudos específicos sobre a utilização e a sensibilidade do exame NAT em pacientes doadores de tecidos com morte encefálica (ME), sendo as informações apresentadas no presente estudo conteúdos específicos destinados à Hemorrede Transfusional Nacional e aos dados retrospectivos internos de um Banco de Tecidos do interior do estado de São Paulo, Brasil. Conclusões O exame NAT se apresenta efetivo em amostras de sangue de pacientes vivos. Porém, reações bioquímicas em pacientes com condições de ME podem se apresentar de formas diferenciadas, tornando-se indispensáveis a realização de pesquisas específicas e/ou a indicação de plataformas aos Bancos de Tecidos.

Treatment of Hip Wave Lesion Using Reverse Microfracture: A Retrospective Clinical Study.

Objective The present study aims to evaluate the treatment of hip wave lesion using reverse microfracture, which is a simple and cheap surgical procedure. Methods We retrospectively analyzed 19 patients with acetabular wave lesion treated with reverse microfracture. The patients were assessed by magnetic nuclear resonance imaging (MRI) at the time of diagnosis and 6 months after the surgery and functionally evaluated using the Harris Hip Score (HHS) and the visual analogue scale (VAS) for pain in the preoperative period, and 3 and 6 months after the surgery. Results The statistical data showed a significant improvement in HHS and VAS 6 months after the surgery. Six months after the surgery, the MRI revealed that the area subjected to reverse microfracture presented cartilage with the same visual characteristics observed in areas with no chondral injury. Conclusion We conclude that the reverse microfracture proved to be an effective, reproducible method for the treatment of wave lesion.

Treatment of Hip Wave Lesion Using Reverse Microfracture: A Retrospective Clinical Study / Tratamento da lesão em onda do quadril através da microfratura reversa: Estudo clínico retrospectivo

Abstract Objective The present study aims to evaluate the treatment of hip wave lesion using reverse microfracture, which is a simple and cheap surgical procedure. Methods We retrospectively analyzed 19 patients with acetabular wave lesion treated with reverse microfracture. The patients were assessed by magnetic nuclear resonance imaging (MRI) at the time of diagnosis and 6 months after the surgery and functionally evaluated using the Harris Hip Score (HHS) and the visual analogue scale (VAS) for pain in the preoperative period, and 3 and 6 months after the surgery. Results The statistical data showed a significant improvement in HHS and VAS 6 months after the surgery. Six months after the surgery, the MRI revealed that the area subjected to reverse microfracture presented cartilage with the same visual characteristics observed in areas with no chondral injury. Conclusion We conclude that the reverse microfracture proved to be an effective, reproducible method for the treatment of wave lesion.

Resumo Objetivo Avaliar o tratamento desta lesão, através da microfratura reversa, que é um procedimento simples e sem aumento de insumos na cirurgia. Métodos Foram analisados retrospectivamente 19 pacientes submetidos a tratamento da lesão em onda no acetábulo, através da microfratura reversa. Utilizamos a ressonância nuclear magnética (RNM) no momento do diagnóstico e 6 meses após a cirurgia, avaliação funcional pelo Harris Hip Score (HHS) e escala visual e analógica (EVA) da dor no pré-operatório, e 3 e 6 meses após a cirurgia. Resultadoos dados estatísticos mostraram melhora significativa do HHS e EVA da dor após 6 meses da cirurgia. A RNM após 6 meses da cirurgia mostrou que na área que foi submetida à microfratura reversa, a cartilagem se apresentou com as mesmas características visuais que nas áreas sem lesão condral. Conclusão Concluímos que a microfratura reversa se mostrou eficaz e reprodutível no tratamento da lesão em onda.

Spinopelvic mobility in patients with hip osteoarthritis and total hip arthroplasty indication / Mobilidade espinopélvica nos pacientes com artrose do quadril e indicação de artroplastia total

ABSTRACT Introduction: Reduction of spinopelvic mobility is associated with an increased dislocation of total hip arthroplasty (THA). Objective: To assess 1) spinopelvic mobility in patients with primary hip osteoarthritis and THA indication and 2) the influence of hip flexion contracture on spinopelvic mobility. Methods: Thirty adult patients with primary hip osteoarthritis and THA indication were evaluated using radiographic parameters (pelvic incidence, pelvic tilt, sacral slope, lumbar flexibility, and spinopelvic mobility). Results: Spinopelvic mobility ranged from 6.90 a 54.50° (mean 32.79 ± 11.42) and the group of patients with hip flexion contracture had higher mobility. Spinopelvic mobility was correlated with pelvic tilt as well as with lumbar flexibility. Conclusion: Around 13.4% of patients had spinopelvic mobility under 20° , indicating reduced spinopelvic mobility and risk of THA dislocation. Level of Evidence III, Retrospective Comparative Study.

RESUMO Introdução: A redução da mobilidade espinopélvica tem sido associada com o risco de luxação da prótese total do quadril. Objetivos: Avaliar a mobilidade espinopélvica nos pacientes com artrose primária da articulação do quadril e com indicação de artroplastia total do quadril (ATQ), e a influência da contratura em flexão do quadril sobre a mobilidade espinopélvica. Métodos: Trinta pacientes adultos com artrose primária do quadril e indicação de ATQ foram avaliados por meio de parâmetros radiográficos (incidência pélvica, versão pélvica, inclinação do sacro, mobilidade da coluna lombar e mobilidade espinopélvica). Resultados: A mobilidade espinopélvica variou de 6,90 a 54,50 graus (média 32,79 ± 11,42), e foi estatisticamente maior no grupo de pacientes com contratura em flexão do quadril. Foi observado correlação entre a mobilidade espinopélvica e a versão pélvica e flexibilidade da coluna lombar. Conclusão: A mobilidade espinopélvica abaixo de 20 graus, que caracteriza a redução da mobilidade espinopélvica e risco aumentado de luxação ou impacto dos componentes da prótese total foi observada em 13,4% dos pacientes. Nível de Evidência III, Estudo Retrospectivo Comparativo.

Effects of hip flexion contracture on sagittal spinopelvic parameters / Influência da contratura em flexão do quadril sobre os parâmetros espinopélvicos

ABSTRACT Objective: To assess the influence of hip flexion contracture on lumbar lordosis and spinopelvic parameters and the changes in these parameters after total hip arthroplasty (THA). Methods: Twenty adult patients with hip osteoarthritis were divided into two groups (ten patients with hip flexion contracture and ten without contracture). Patients were assessed preoperatively and six months after THA using the radiographic parameters sagittal vertical axis (SVA), lumbar lordosis (LL), pelvic incidence (PI), sacral slope (SS), and pelvic tilt (PT). Results: No statistical difference was found between pre- and postoperative LL values in the groups. After THA, both groups had increased PT and the group without hip flexion contracture had reduced SS. Conclusion: Patients with hip osteoarthritis and hip flexion contracture tend to have an increased LL in the orthostatic position compared to patients without contracture, but with no statistical significance. After THA, PT increased in both groups and SS decreased in patients without hip contracture. Studies should further investigate the role of hip flexion contracture on pelvic mobility and spinopelvic parameters to better understand these relations. Level of Evidence III, Case-Control Study.

RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar a influência da contratura em flexão da articulação do quadril sobre a lordose lombar, parâmetros espinopélvicos e as alterações desses parâmetros após a artroplastia total do quadril (ATQ). Métodos: Vinte pacientes adultos com artrose do quadril e indicação de ATQ foram divididos em dois grupos, sendo 10 pacientes com contratura em flexão da articulação do quadril e 10 sem contratura. Os pacientes foram avaliados no pré-operatório e seis meses após a realização da ATQ, através dos seguintes parâmetros radiográficos: eixo vertical sagital (SVA), lordose lombar (LL), incidência pélvica (PI), inclinação do sacro (SS) e versão da pelve (PT). Resultados: Não foi observado diferença estatística entre os valores da LL pré e pós-operatória nos grupos avaliados. Após a realização da ATQ, houve um aumento da PT nos dois grupos, e redução da SS somente no grupo de pacientes sem contratura em flexão do quadril. Conclusão: Os pacientes com artrose do quadril e contratura em flexão da articulação do quadril apresentam tendência para uma LL aumentada na posição ortostática comparado aos pacientes sem contratura, porém sem significância estatística. Após a realização da ATQ foi observado aumento da PT em ambos os grupos e redução da SS nos pacientes sem contratura em flexão da articulação do quadril. O papel da contratura em flexão do quadril na mobilidade da pelve e nos parâmetros espinopélvicos deve ser estudado com maior profundidade para melhor compreensão destas relações. Nível de Evidência III, Estudo de Caso-Controle.

Preparation Methods and Clinical Outcomes of Platelet-Rich Plasma for Intra-articular Hip Disorders: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Clinical Trials.

BACKGROUND: Despite its increasing use in the management of musculoskeletal conditions, questions remain regarding the preparation methods of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and its clinical applications for intra-articular hip disorders, including femoroacetabular impingement syndrome (FAIS), labral pathology, and osteoarthritis (OA). PURPOSE: To systematically review and assess the preparation methods and clinical outcomes from randomized clinical trials (RCTs) on the use of PRP for intra-articular hip disorders. STUDY DESIGN: Systematic review; Level of evidence, 2. METHODS: A systematic review in accordance with the 2009 PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines was performed in September 2019. The Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, PubMed, Ovid Medline, and Embase were queried for studies regarding the use of PRP to treat intra-articular hip disorders. Qualifying articles were English-language RCTs describing the use of PRP for intra-articular hip disorders, either as standalone treatment or surgical augmentation. Two authors independently assessed article eligibility. Data pertaining to patient characteristics, indication for treatment, PRP preparation method, follow-up period, and clinical outcomes were extracted. Study results were qualitatively reported and quantitatively compared using meta-analysis when appropriate. RESULTS: Seven RCTs met inclusion criteria. Four studies described the use of PRP for hip OA and 3 utilized PRP at arthroscopy for FAIS and labral tears. Outcomes after PRP for OA demonstrated improvement in validated patient-reported outcome measures for up to 1 year; however, pooled effect sizes found no statistically significant difference between PRP and hyaluronic acid (HA) regarding pain visual analog scale scores at short-term (≤2 months; P = .27), midterm (4-6 months; P = .85), or long-term (1 year; P = .42) follow-up. When injected at arthroscopy, 1 study reported improved outcomes, 1 reported no difference in outcomes, and 1 reported worse outcomes compared with controls. The meta-analysis demonstrated no statistically significant difference on the modified Harris Hip Score (mHHS) between PRP and control cohorts at a minimum 1-year follow-up. There were considerable deficiencies and heterogeneity in the reporting of PRP preparation methods for both indications. CONCLUSION: Treatment of OA with PRP demonstrated reductions in pain and improved patient-reported outcomes for up to 1 year. However, there was no statistically significant difference between PRP and HA in pain reduction. Likewise, for FAIS and labral surgery there was no statistically significant difference in mHHS outcomes between patients treated with PRP and controls. Given the limited number of studies and variability in PRP preparations, additional high-quality randomized trials are warranted.

Clinical, radiographic, and survivorship analysis of a modular fluted tapered stem in revision hip arthroplasty.

PURPOSE: Modular fluted tapered stems are one of the most commonly used implants in femoral revision surgery. Due to the relative lack of studies on the Restoration modular fluted tapered stem, we conducted a study to evaluate its short- to mid-term clinical, radiographic, and survival outcomes. METHODS: We identified all 45 patients treated with this revision stem at our institution. Five patients did not complete the minimum 2-year follow-up, leaving 40 patients (41 hips) for assessment. Mean follow-up was 5.1 years (range 2-11 years). Clinical outcomes were assessed using the Harris hip score (HHS). Radiographs were evaluated for subsidence and loosening. Kaplan-Meier survival analysis was performed using revision of the stem for any reason as end point. RESULTS: The mean HHS improved from 44.6 points preoperatively to 78.4 points at the most recent follow-up (p < 0.0001). Nonprogressive subsidence occurred in 83% of the hips (mean 2.8 mm; range 1-7 mm). One stem (2.4%) showed progressive subsidence (20 mm) and was considered loose. The most common cause for reoperation was dislocation (three hips, 7.3%). The 10-year survivorship with revision of the stem for any reason as the end point was 93.5% (95% CI, 84.9-100%). CONCLUSION: There was a significant improvement in the HHS and a low likelihood of revision at short- to mid-term follow-up, adding to the current evidence base for use of this implant in revision surgery. A longer follow-up and a larger number of cases are necessary to fully evaluate its role and performance.

Ischiofemoral impingement secondary to valgus intertrochanteric osteotomy: a case report / Impacto isquiofemoral secundário a osteotomia intertrocantérica valgizante: relato de caso

Abstract We report an unusual case of ischiofemoral impingement secondary to valgus intertrochanteric osteotomy. The osteotomy was performed for treatment of epiphysiolysis of the left femoral head.

Nós relatamos um caso incomum de impacto isquiofemoral secundário a deformidade resultante de osteotomia intertrocantérica valgizante para tratamento de epifisiólise da cabeça do fêmur esquerdo.

A 2- to 7-Year Follow-Up of a Modular Iliac Screw Cup in Major Acetabular Defects: Clinical, Radiographic and Survivorship Analysis With Comparison to the Literature.

BACKGROUND: Inadequate acetabular bone stock is a major issue in total hip arthroplasty, and several treatment options are available. Stemmed cups have been used in this scenario with variable results. A novel modular polyaxial uncemented iliac screw cup (HERM-BS-Sansone cup-Citieffe s.r.l., Calderara di Reno, Bologna, Italy) has been recently introduced to overcome the drawbacks of stemmed cups. In this retrospective study, we report the results of this cup in patients with large acetabular bone defects at 2- to 7-year follow-up. METHODS: We evaluated a consecutive series of 121 hips (118 revisions and 3 complex primary arthroplasties) treated with this novel cup at a mean follow-up of 46 months. Kaplan-Meier survival analysis was performed with implant revision for any reason as a primary end point. Further survival analysis was performed excluding septic failures. Clinical outcome was assessed with the Harris Hip Score. RESULTS: There had been 7 reoperations: 1 for aseptic loosening, 5 for deep infection, and 1 for recurrent dislocation. In 5 cases, the cup was removed; estimated survival rate at 5-year follow-up with implant removal for any reason was 95.6% (95% confidence interval = 91-99), and 98.3% (95% CI = 96-100) excluding those failed for infection. Mean Harris Hip Score at latest follow-up was 77 points (range, 44-95; standard deviation = 11.9). CONCLUSION: The present findings show the short-term efficacy of the iliac screw cup with respect to implant survival. A longer follow-up and a larger number of patients are necessary to confirm the encouraging preliminary results.

Unfractionated heparin and mechanical thromboprophylaxis in hip arthroplasty.

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of unfractionated heparin associated with mechanical prophylaxis as a method for preventing venous thromboembolism in hip arthroplasty. METHOD: We retrospectively reviewed the records of 181 hip arthroplasties out of 216 consecutive cases performed over a period of 39 months in our hospital. We excluded 35 cases due to non-adherence to the standardized method of thromboprophylaxis or loss to follow-up. All arthroplasties evaluated completed one-year follow-up after surgery with five consultations at predefined periods. Efficacy of the proposed method was evaluated by the occurrence of symptomatic venous thromboembolism confirmed by specific tests and safety was determined by the lack of occurrence of major bleeding according to criteria established by the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis. RESULTS: There were four cases of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (2.2%), with three cases of deep vein thrombosis (1.65%) and one case of pulmonary embolism (0.55%). We found one case of severe bleeding (0.55%). CONCLUSION: Unfractionated heparin associated with mechanical prophylaxis proved to be an effective and safe method for preventing venous thromboembolism in patients undergoing hip arthroplasty, presenting rates of thromboembolic complications and major bleeding within the range reported with other methods currently used of thromboprophylaxis. Level of Evidence IV, Case Series.

Unfractionated heparin and mechanical thromboprophylaxis in hip arthroplasty

OBJECTIVE: To evaluate the efficacy and safety of unfractionated heparin associated with mechanical prophylaxis as a method for preventing venous thromboembolism in hip arthroplasty. METHOD: We retrospectively reviewed the records of 181 hip arthroplasties out of 216 consecutive cases performed over a period of 39 months in our hospital. We excluded 35 cases due to non-adherence to the standardized method of thromboprophylaxis or loss to follow-up. All arthroplasties evaluated completed one-year follow-up after surgery with five consultations at predefined periods. Efficacy of the proposed method was evaluated by the occurrence of symptomatic venous thromboembolism confirmed by specific tests and safety was determined by the lack of occurrence of major bleeding according to criteria established by the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis. RESULTS: There were four cases of symptomatic venous thromboembolism (2.2%), with three cases of deep vein thrombosis (1.65%) and one case of pulmonary embolism (0.55%). We found one case of severe bleeding (0.55%). CONCLUSION: Unfractionated heparin associated with mechanical prophylaxis proved to be an effective and safe method for preventing venous thromboembolism in patients undergoing hip arthroplasty, presenting rates of thromboembolic complications and major bleeding within the range reported with other methods currently used of thromboprophylaxis. Level of Evidence IV, Case Series.

Bilateral spontaneous fracturing of the femoral neck in a patient with renal osteodystrophy

We report a case of bilateral fracturing of the femoral neck in a patient with renal osteodystrophy who was treated by means of osteosynthesis. In this type of patient, there is a need to remain watchful for the possibility of occurrences of spontaneous fracturing of the femoral neck, even if the initial radiographic examination is normal...

Relatamos um caso de fratura bilateral do colo femoral em paciente com osteodistrofia renal tratada com osteossíntese. Nesse tipo de paciente, é necessário estar atento à possibilidade de ocorrência de fraturas espontâneas do colo femoral, mesmo com exame radiográfico inicial normal...

Graduação radiográfica da cimentação de hastes femorais na artroplastia do quadril / Radiographic grading of femoral stem cementation in hip arthroplasty

Objetivo: Determinar a concordância intra e interobservador do sistema proposto por Barrack para graduação da qualidade de cimentação do componente femoral na artroplastia do quadril. Métodos: As radiografias pós-operatórias imediatas em anteroposterior e perfil de 55 artroplastias totais primárias do quadril foram analisadas por dois observadores habituados ao uso deste sistema de graduação. As leituras das radiografias foram feitas em duas ocasiões distintas por cada examinador e de maneira independente. Na análise estatística foi calculado o coeficiente Kappa, que determina o grau de concordância entre testes com variáveis categóricas. Resultados: O coeficiente Kappa intraobservador variou entre 0,43 e 0,68, demonstrando força de concordância moderada a substancial; o coeficiente Kappa interobservador variou de 0,19 a 0,44, demonstrando força de concordância desprezível a moderada. Conclusão: As concordâncias intra e especialmente interobservador são limitadas neste sistema de graduação, mesmo quando utilizado por indivíduos treinados. Nível de Evidência III, Estudo de pacientes não consecutivos; sem padrão de referência “ouro” aplicado uniformemente.

Objective: To determine intra and interobserver agreement of the grading system for femoral cementation in hip arthroplasty proposed by Barrack. Methods: Immediate anteroposterior and lateral postoperative radiographs of 55 primary total hip arthroplasties were assessed by two observers familiar with the use of this grading system. The assessments were performed on two separate occasions by each observer and independently. The statistical analysis measured the Kappa coefficient, which determines the degree of agreement between tests with categorical variables. Results: Intraobserver Kappa coefficient varied from 0.43 to 0.68, demonstrating moderate to substantial strength of agreement; interobserver Kappa coefficient varied from 0.19 to 0.44, demonstrating slight to moderate strength of agreement. Conclusion: Intra and particularly interobserver agreement are limited in this grading system, even when used by trained individuals. Level of Evidence III, Study of nonconsecutive patients; without consistently applied reference ‘‘gold’’ standard.

Distúrbios de coagulação em pacientes com osteonecrose da cabeça femoral / Coagulation disorders in patients with femoral head osteonecrosis

Objetivo: Comparar a ocorrência de trombofilias em pacientes com osteonecrose idiopática da cabeça femoral em relação aos pacientes com osteonecrose secundária da cabeça femoral. Métodos: Um total de 24 pacientes consecutivos foram avaliados, sendo oito portadores de osteonecrose idiopática e 16 de osteonecrose secundária. Os exames realizados na detecção de trombofilias foram as dosagens de proteína C, proteína S e antitrombina e as pesquisas de mutações nos genes da protrombina e do fator V. Comparamos estatisticamente os resultados através do cálculo da razão de chances ou odds ratio das diferentes trombofilias entre os dois grupos. Resultados: O odds ratio para a deficiência da proteína S e deficiência da proteína C entre os grupos idiopático e secundário foram respectivamente 5 e 2,14. Desta maneira, um indivíduo com osteonecrose idiopática possui uma chance 5 vezes maior de apresentar deficiência da proteína S e 2,14 vezes maior de apresentar deficiência da proteína C do que um indivíduo com osteonecrose secundária. Conclusão: Pacientes com osteonecrose idiopática têm maiores chances de apresentar trombofilias do que aqueles com osteonecrose secundária, sugerindo que estes distúrbios de coagulação podem desempenhar um papel importante na patogênese dos casos de osteonecrose onde não há inicialmente nenhum fator de risco identificável. Nível de Evidência III, Estudo de Caso-Controle.

Objective: To compare the occurrence of thrombophilic disorders in patients with idiopathic osteonecrosis of the femoral head and patients with secondary osteonecrosis of the femoral head. Methods: Twenty-four consecutive patients were enrolled, with eight of them presenting idiopathic osteonecrosis and 16 presenting secondary osteonecrosis. The tests for detection of thrombophilic disorders were measurements of protein C, protein S and antithrombin levels and detection of prothrombin and factor V gene mutations. We compared the results using the odds ratio statistics for the thrombophilic disorders between the two groups. Results: The odds ratio for the protein S deficiency and protein C deficiency between the idiopathic and secondary groups were 5 and 2.14, respectively. Thus, an individual with idiopathic os teonecrosis has 5 times more chance of presenting protein S deficiency and 2.14 times more chance of presenting protein C deficiency than an individual with secondary osteonecrosis. Conclusion: Patients with idiopathic osteonecrosis have more chances of presenting thrombophilias than those with secondary osteonecrosis, suggesting these coagulation disorders can play an important role in the pathogenesis of the osteonecrosis in cases where there was no initial risk factor recognized. Level of Evidence III, Case-Control Study.

Correção de falhas ósseas diafisárias: trasnporte ósseo fixado com placa / Corretive procedure in diaphyseal bone gaps: bone trasnpot fixated with plate

O objetivo deste estudo é descrever um novo sistema de transporte ósseo que dispensa o uso de fios transfixantes. O sistema, constituído por uma placa, um carro móvel e por um dispositivo tracionador, foi instalado na tíbia direita de 17 ovelhas para preencher um defeito ósseo de 1 cm. O transporte ósseo foi iniciado 7 dias após a cirurgia numa taxa de 0,8 mm/dia, dividido em 0,2 mm a cada 6 horas. Radiografias em ântero-posterior e perfil foram realizadas imediatamente após a cirurgia e semanalmente até o término do transporte. Em todos os 12 animais que completaram o estudo, o defeito ósseo foi preenchido com formação do regenerado e consolidação do foco alvo. O estudo demonstra que o sistema aqui apresentado realiza o transporte ósseo de maneira efetiva, eliminando o uso de fios ou pinos transfixantes.

The objective of this study is to describe a new bone transport system not requiring the use of transfixating wires. The system, which is constituted by a plate, a movable conveyor and a hauling device, was set up on the right tibia of 17 sheep intending to fill a 1-cm bone gap. Bone transport started 7 days after surgery on a rate of 0.8 mm/day, divided into 0.2 mm at each 6 hours. X-ray images of anteroposterior and lateral planes were taken immediately after surgery and on a weekly basis until transport was finished. In all 12 animals completing the study, the bone gap was filled with regenerated formation and target focus consolidation. The study shows that the system presented here effectively performs bone transport, eliminating the use of transfixating wires or pins.

Resultado tardio da infeccao isolada no quadril por Paracoccidioides brasiliensis / Late outcome of Paracoccidioides brasiliensis isolated infection on the hip

Infeccoes causadas pelo Paracoccidioides brasiliensis sao sempre um desafio diagnostico mesmo em áreas endêmicas, devidas as suas múltiplas apresentacoes clinicas e órgaos envolvidos. Este artigo descreve a evolucao do único caso descrito na literatura no qual a doenca acometeu apenas um quadril.

Dor como sintoma de soltura de acetábulo rosqueado / Pain as symptom of threaded acetabular cup loosening

Foram avaliadas clínica e radiograficamente 37 artroplastias totais de quadril não cimentadas tipo CO-10, com seguimento mínimo de 60 meses, onde observamos componentes radiograficamente fixos em 23 e o componente acetabular com sinais de soltura em 14. A análise dos resultados mostrou que 65 por cento dos pacientes com o componente acetabular evidentemente solto não queixavam de dor (29 por cento) ou a apresentavam de forma discreta (36 por cento), enquanto que 26 por cento dos pacientes com o acetábulo fixo apresentavam dor discreta. Desta forma, concluímos que a dor não é sintoma que deva ser esperado na maioria dos pacientes com soltura do componente acetabular tipo CO-10 e que uma parcela significativa dos pacientes com o acetábulo fixo pode apresentar dor.

Avaliação radiográfica do acetábulo rosqueado tipo CO-10 / Radiographic evaluation of threaded acetabulum, CO-10 type

Avaliou-se radiograficamente a fixação acetabular em 39 artroplastias totais do quadril tipo CO-10 após seguimento mínimo de oito anos. O componente acetabular rosqueado era liso em 24 e revestido com hidroxiapatita em 15 dessas artroplastias. Houve soltura asséptica de 11 (45,8 por cento) dos acetábulos lisos e de cinco (33,3 por cento) dos acetábulos revestidos. Radioluzência prótese-osso foi observada nos 16 acetábulos soltos (100 por cento), embora tenha sido completa em somente sete (43,7 por cento) deles. A elevada taxa de soltura asséptica desse tipo de acetábulo, independentemente do seu revestimento, indica que seu uso não pode ser recomendado e que a radioluzência completa ao redor deste componente não deve ser considerada essencial para o diagnóstico de soltura.