Outcomes of basicervical femoral neck fracture treated with percutaneous compression plate (PCCP).

INTRODUCTION: Basicervical femoral neck fracture is associated with high rates of failure due instability patterns, mainly collapse and rotational instability. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the clinical-radiological results of a group of patients with a bascervical proximal femoral fractures treated with Percutaneous Compression Plate (PCCP). MATERIAL AND METHODS: Among 5817 patients with a hip fracture who were admitted in our hospital from January 2005 to December 2017, 234 factures (4%) were diagnosed of basicervical femoral fracture. 30 of them were treated with a PCCP, 22 women and 8 men, mean age was 81.2 years (63-94). Demographic and perioperative variables were collected. The patients were followed up at 1, 3 and 6 months clinically and radiologically. RESULTS: There were no intra-operative complications and no conversions to open surgery. There was no early implant failure. No surgical wound infection was diagnosed. Crude mortality was 13% the first year and 87% were able to walk at the 6 months. The last follow-up x-rays revealed 97% fracture healing and the collapse at fracture site occurred in 4 hips. No instances of cut-out were observed. In one case, a fatigue failure of the lag screws of a PCCP plate was observed at 3 months from osteosynthesis. CONCLUSION: PCCP is an appropriated implant for basicervical femoral neck fractures.

Biomechanical behavior of retrograde intramedullary nails in distal femoral fractures.

Fractures of the distal femur affect three different groups of individuals: younger people suffering high-energy trauma, elderly people with fragile bones and people with periprosthetic fractures around previous total knee arthroplasty. Main indications of intramedullary nailing are for supracondylar fractures type A or type C of the AO classification. The main objective of the present work is to analyze, by means of FE simulation, the influence of retrograde nail length, considering different blocking configurations and fracture gaps, on the biomechanical behavior of supracondylar fractures of A type. A three dimensional (3D) finite element model of the femur from 55-year-old male donor was developed, and then a stability analysis was performed for the fixation provided by the retrograde nail at a distal fracture with different fracture gaps: 0.5 mm, 3 mm y 20 mm, respectively. Besides, for each gap, three nail lengths were studied with a general extent (320 mm, 280 mm and 240 mm), considering two transversal screws (M/L) at the distal part and different screw combinations above the fracture. The study was focused on the immediately post-operative stage, without any biological healing process. In view of the obtained results, it has been demonstrated new possibilities of blocking configuration in addition to the usual ones, which allows establishing recommendations for nail design and clinical practice, avoiding excessive stress concentrations both in screws, with the problem of rupture and loss of blocking, and in the contact of nail tip with cortical bone, with the problem of a new stress fracture.

Salvage of cephalomedullary nail cutout with the variable angle proximal femoral plate.

INTRODUCTION: Excellent results have been published in the treatment of the trochanteric fractures in the elderly with cephalomedullary nails or compression hip screws but not free of complications. The perforation of the lag screw through the superior cortex of femoral neck or head followed by rotation and varus collapse of the head-neck fragment, also known as cut-out, is one of them. Probably total hip arthroplasty is the most common solution, but there is no systematic technique for treatment. The objective of this study is to evaluate the results obtained in the treatment of this complication using a variable angle femoral plate. MATERIAL AND METHODS: This retrospective study concerns patients over 65 years with peritrochanteric fractures treated with cephalomedullary nail with cut-out failure solved by re-osteosyntesis with variable angle femoral plate between 1st January 2000 and 31 st December 2017. The series includes 29 patients, 26 women and 3 men with average age 87,3. Patients were followed up clinically and radiologically at regular intervals until fracture consolidation at least 9 months. RESULTS: No patients died at the first 9 months after surgery. Fracture mean consolidation has occurred in all patients in 14th weeks (6-20). Operative time was 93,2 minutes (62-129) including removal of nail. No intraoperative complications were observed. Five patients experienced medical complications and two had a superficial wound infection. The mean tip-apex distance (TAD) was 5mm (2-7mm). The neck-shaft angle was 127 degrees. The mean valgization achieved was 32 degrees (15-40). Only one patient needed a second revision surgery due to aseptic hip joint subluxation after 8 weeks of the surgery solved with total hip arthroplasty. CONCLUSIONS: The use of variable angle femoral plate in the cut-out treatment is an attractive option which allows the valgization of the fracture to virtually physiological limits and the placement of the cephalic screw in the most sutiable position with good outcomes and few complications.

Is the mortality higher in patients who have suffered a hip fracture? / ¿Es mayor la mortalidad en los pacientes que han sufrido una fractura de cadera?

BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE: The aim of this study is to value whether patients who have suffered a hip fracture have a higher mortality than expected. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A prospective, observational study was carried out where patients with hip fracture were collected as a sample over a year. The study included 284 patients and a minimum follow-up was 2 years. The mean age of these patients was 84.26 years, with 21.48% (61/284) males and 78.5% (223/284) females. Survival and previous diseases that affect mortality, as risk factors, were collected and analyzed using the Kaplan-Meier method and the Cox regression model. Actual mortality was compared with that expected according to the Charlson Comorbidity Index, adjusted for age. RESULTS: Previous pathology was the main mortality factor, with heart disease being the most significant (OR 1.817, CI95%: 1.048; 3.149). The real mortality at one year of the sample was 22.5%, while the estimated annual mortality according to the Charlson Comorbidity Index was 29.68% (CI95%:44,36-15). CONCLUSIONS: Hip fracture does not cause an increase in mortality according to the Charlson Comorbidity Index estimate.

Factores de riesgo en fractura periprotésica femoral tras artroplastia sustitutiva primaria de rodilla / Risk factors of periprosthetic femoral fracture after total knee arthroplasty

INTRODUCCIÓN Y OBJETIVOS: Las fracturas periprotésicas tras artroplastia primaria de rodilla cobran gran importancia en nuestro medio debido tanto al aumento de su incidencia, como al reto que suponen para el cirujano. Múltiples factores se han asociado a su producción. El objetivo del estudio fue identificar los factores de riesgo que podían influir en la aparición de estas fracturas, cuáles de todos ellos son modificables y generar un modelo de predicción de probabilidad de las mismas en función de dichos factores. MATERIAL Y MÉTODO: Estudio analítico, observacional, retrospectivo, no pareado, de 38 casos de fracturas periprotésicas femorales de rodilla y 80 controles con prótesis de rodilla. En total, fueron incluidos en el estudio 118 pacientes, 83 mujeres y 35 hombres con una edad media de 72,49 años. Se recogieron datos sociodemográficos, antecedentes médicos y consumo de fármacos, así como los relativos a la cirugía. Se realizó un análisis uni- y bivariante de los factores determinantes de fractura, usando un modelo de regresión logística para evitar el sesgo de confusión. RESULTADOS: De todos los factores estudiados según el modelo de regresión logística, se obtuvo que el sexo femenino (OR = 7,6), la demencia (OR = 5), la alteración motora/párkinson (OR = 19,3) y el sobrecorte femoral anterior (OR = 8,6) eran factores asociados al incremento de riesgo de este tipo de fracturas. CONCLUSIONES: Este trabajo permite concluir que hay factores de riesgo, como son el sexo femenino, la demencia y el párkinson, que aumentan la probabilidad de fractura periprotésica, que son inherentes al paciente y no son modificables. Sin embargo, existe algún otro totalmente modificable que puede evitarse siendo exigente y exhaustivo en la técnica quirúrgica, como es el sobrecorte femoral anterior

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Periprosthetic fractures after primary knee arthroplasty has great importance in our environment due to the increase in their incidence and to the challenge they pose to the surgeon. Multiple factors have been associated with its production. The objective of the study was to identify the risk factors that could influence the appearance of these fractures, which of them are all modifiable and generate a probability prediction model based on these factors. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Analytical, observational, retrospective, unpaired study of 38 cases of periprosthetic femoral knee fractures and 80 controls with knee prostheses. In total, 118 patients, 83 women and 35 men with a mean age of 72.49 years were included in the study. Sociodemographic data, medical history and drug consumption were collected, as well as those related to surgery. A univariate and bivariate analysis of the fracture determining factors was performed, using a logistic regression model to avoid confusion bias. RESULTS: Of all the factors studied according to the logistic regression model, it was obtained that female sex (OR = 7.6), dementia (OR = 5), motor/parkinson's alteration (OR = 19.3) and femoral overcut Previous (OR = 8.6) were factors associated with the increased risk of this type of fractures. CONCLUSIONS: This work allows us to conclude that there are risk factors such as female sex, dementia and parkinson's that increase the probability of periprosthetic fracture that are inherent to the patient and are not modifiable. However, there is any other totally modifiable that can be avoided by being demanding and thorough in the surgical technique, such as the anterior femoral overcut

Risk factors of periprosthetic femoral fracture after total knee arthroplasty. / Factores de riesgo en fractura periprotésica femoral tras artroplastia sustitutiva primaria de rodilla.

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Periprosthetic fractures after primary knee arthroplasty has great importance in our environment due to the increase in their incidence and to the challenge they pose to the surgeon. Multiple factors have been associated with its production. The objective of the study was to identify the risk factors that could influence the appearance of these fractures, which of them are all modifiable and generate a probability prediction model based on these factors. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Analytical, observational, retrospective, unpaired study of 38 cases of periprosthetic femoral knee fractures and 80 controls with knee prostheses. In total, 118 patients, 83 women and 35 men with a mean age of 72.49 years were included in the study. Sociodemographic data, medical history and drug consumption were collected, as well as those related to surgery. A univariate and bivariate analysis of the fracture determining factors was performed, using a logistic regression model to avoid confusion bias. RESULTS: Of all the factors studied according to the logistic regression model, it was obtained that female sex (OR = 7.6), dementia (OR = 5), motor/parkinson's alteration (OR = 19.3) and femoral overcut Previous (OR = 8.6) were factors associated with the increased risk of this type of fractures. CONCLUSIONS: This work allows us to conclude that there are risk factors such as female sex, dementia and parkinson's that increase the probability of periprosthetic fracture that are inherent to the patient and are not modifiable. However, there is any other totally modifiable that can be avoided by being demanding and thorough in the surgical technique, such as the anterior femoral overcut.

Anillo de Burch-Schneider asociado a injerto óseo triturado, supervivencia y resultados clínicos en revisión acetabular / Burch-Schneider ring associated with morselized bone allografts, survival and clinical outcomes after acetabular revision surgery

Introducción y objetivos: La cirugía de revisión acetabular supone un reto por la aparición de defectos óseos que dificultan la fijación primaria de los implantes al extraer los componentes aflojados. Los anillos antiprotrusivos, como el de Burch-Schneider (BS) se han mostrado como aliados en defectos moderados o severos. El objetivo del estudio es evaluar resultados y supervivencia de este tipo de implantes en recambios acetabulares a medio plazo. Material y métodos: Estudio retrospectivo sobre una cohorte de 64 pacientes (67 recambios) con anillo de BS asociado a injerto triturado con un seguimiento mínimo de 2 años. Se recogen los datos relativos a resultados clínicos, incorporación de injertos, movilización de los implantes, supervivencia y complicaciones. Resultados: El seguimiento medio fue de 5,06 años (R=2,2-12). La escala de Merlé pasó de una mediana de 8 puntos a una mediana de 15 puntos al final del seguimiento (p<0,0001), con un 76,11% de resultados buenos o excelentes. La reproducción del centro de rotación anatómico se asoció con un mejor resultado (p<0,05). Se produjo incorporación total o subtotal de los injertos en el 97% de los pacientes, aunque esto no impidió una migración significativa del anillo según criterios de Gill en 6 casos. Se constató una supervivencia global del implante para cualquier causa del 93,4% a 5 años y del 84,6% a 10 años. Conclusiones: El anillo de BS presenta buenos resultados a medio y largo plazo permitiendo una reconstrucción anatómica en cirugía de revisión, además de permitir una reposición del stock óseo, estos resultados además son comparables y mejoran ampliamente a otros anillos

Introduction and objectives: Acetabular revision surgery is a challenge due to the appearance of bone defects that make primary fixation of implants difficult when extracting loosened components. Reinforcement rings, such as Burch-Schneider (BS), have been shown to be allies in moderate or severe bone defects. The objective of the study is to evaluate the results and survival of these types of implants in acetabular revision surgery in the medium follow-up. Material and methods: Retrospective study on a cohort of 64 patients (67 replacements) with BS rings associated with morselized bone allografts in a 2 years minimum follow-up. Data were collected regarding clinical outcomes, graft incorporation, implant mobilization, survival and complications. Results: The mean follow-up was 5.06 years (R=2.2-12). The Merle scale improved from 8 points to 15 points at the end of follow-up (P<.0001) with 76.11% of good or excellent results. Reproduction of the anatomical centre of rotation was associated with a better result (P<.05). There was total or subtotal incorporation of the bone allograft in 97% of the patients, although this did not prevent a significant migration of the ring according to Gill criteria in 6 cases. We observed an overall survival of the implant for any cause of 93.4% at 5 years, and 84.6% at 10 years. Conclusions: The BS reinforcement ring shows good results in the medium and long term enabling anatomical reconstruction in revision surgery as well as replacement of the bone stock. These results are also comparable and are a vast improvement on other rings

Burch-Schneider ring associated with morselized bone allografts, survival and clinical outcomes after acetabular revision surgery. / Anillo de Burch-Schneider asociado a injerto óseo triturado, supervivencia y resultados clínicos en revisión acetabular.

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVES: Acetabular revision surgery is a challenge due to the appearance of bone defects that make primary fixation of implants difficult when extracting loosened components. Reinforcement rings, such as Burch-Schneider (BS), have been shown to be allies in moderate or severe bone defects. The objective of the study is to evaluate the results and survival of these types of implants in acetabular revision surgery in the medium follow-up. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Retrospective study on a cohort of 64 patients (67 replacements) with BS rings associated with morselized bone allografts in a 2 years minimum follow-up. Data were collected regarding clinical outcomes, graft incorporation, implant mobilization, survival and complications. RESULTS: The mean follow-up was 5.06 years (R=2.2-12). The Merle scale improved from 8 points to 15 points at the end of follow-up (P<.0001) with 76.11% of good or excellent results. Reproduction of the anatomical centre of rotation was associated with a better result (P<.05). There was total or subtotal incorporation of the bone allograft in 97% of the patients, although this did not prevent a significant migration of the ring according to Gill criteria in 6 cases. We observed an overall survival of the implant for any cause of 93.4% at 5 years, and 84.6% at 10 years. CONCLUSIONS: The BS reinforcement ring shows good results in the medium and long term enabling anatomical reconstruction in revision surgery as well as replacement of the bone stock. These results are also comparable and are a vast improvement on other rings.

La importancia de la restauración de la línea articular en la revisión de la artroplastía total de rodilla. Índices funcionales, calidad de vida y supervivencia / The importance of the restoration of the joint line in revision total knee arthroplasty. Clinical indexes, quality of life and survival

Resumen: Introducción: La reproducción de la correcta línea articular podría ser un buen índice para la obtención de resultados satisfactorios en la cirugía protésica de rodilla, aunque en la cirugía de revisión no se ha estudiado ampliamente. Es necesaria la búsqueda de un método sencillo y reproducible para evaluar esos resultados. Material y métodos: Se realizó un estudio retrospectivo entre Enero del 2000 y Diciembre del 2013. Se implantaron 97 artroplastías totales de revisión de rodilla. El grupo de estudio lo conformaron 67 pacientes. Para la realización de nuestro trabajo se evaluó la línea articular según el método descrito por Hofmann A. La evaluación de los resultados clínicos incluyó las siguientes variables primarias: flexión, extensión, rango de movimiento, WOMAC, SF-36, KSS (Knee Society Score) y KSS funcional. Se estudió la supervivencia de las artroplastías. Resultados: Las variables de flexión, extensión y rango de movimiento postoperatorio se correlacionaron estadísticamente con esta medición. El KSS se relacionó estadísticamente en su vertiente articular con la restauración de la línea articular. Para el resto de escalas, SF-36 y WOMAC, las puntuaciones fueron más altas pero no se correlacionó con la significación aceptada. Conclusión: Ante estos resultados podemos afirmar que la restauración de la correcta línea articular mejora los resultados clínicos de la cirugía de revisión de rodilla.

Abstract: Introduction: The reproduction of the anatomical joint line could be a good index to obtain good results in knee prosthesis surgery, although in revision surgery has not been enough studied. A search for a simple and reproducible method is needed to review these results. Material and methods: A retrospective study was conducted between January 2000 and December 2013. A total of 97 total revision knee arthroplasties were implanted. Finally, the study group consisted of 67 patients. To perform our study, the joint line was evaluated according to the method described by Hofmann A. The evaluation of the clinical results included the following main variables: Flexion, extension, range of motion, WOMAC, SF-36, KSS (Knee Society Score) and functional KSS. The survival of the arthroplasties was studied. (p = 0.05). Results: The variables of flexion, extension and range of postoperative movement are statistically correlated with this measure. The KSS was statistically related in its joint aspect with the restoration of the joint line. For the other scales, SF-36 and WOMAC, the figures were higher but did not correlate with the accepted p. Conclusion: In view of these results, we can say that the restoration of the anatomical joint line improves the clinical results of revision total knee arthroplasty.

[The importance of the restoration of the joint line in revision total knee arthroplasty. Clinical indexes, quality of life and survival]. / La importancia de la restauración de la línea articular en la revisión de la artroplastía total de rodilla. Índices funcionales, calidad de vida y supervivencia.

INTRODUCTION: The reproduction of the anatomical joint line could be a good index to obtain good results in knee prosthesis surgery, although in revision surgery has not been enough studied. A search for a simple and reproducible method is needed to review these results. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A retrospective study was conducted between January 2000 and December 2013. A total of 97 total revision knee arthroplasties were implanted. Finally, the study group consisted of 67 patients. To perform our study, the joint line was evaluated according to the method described by Hofmann A. The evaluation of the clinical results included the following main variables: Flexion, extension, range of motion, WOMAC, SF-36, KSS (Knee Society Score) and functional KSS. The survival of the arthroplasties was studied. (p = 0.05). RESULTS: The variables of flexion, extension and range of postoperative movement are statistically correlated with this measure. The KSS was statistically related in its joint aspect with the restoration of the joint line. For the other scales, SF-36 and WOMAC, the figures were higher but did not correlate with the accepted p. CONCLUSION: In view of these results, we can say that the restoration of the anatomical joint line improves the clinical results of revision total knee arthroplasty.

INTRODUCCIÓN: La reproducción de la correcta línea articular podría ser un buen índice para la obtención de resultados satisfactorios en la cirugía protésica de rodilla, aunque en la cirugía de revisión no se ha estudiado ampliamente. Es necesaria la búsqueda de un método sencillo y reproducible para evaluar esos resultados. MATERIAL Y MÉTODOS: Se realizó un estudio retrospectivo entre Enero del 2000 y Diciembre del 2013. Se implantaron 97 artroplastías totales de revisión de rodilla. El grupo de estudio lo conformaron 67 pacientes. Para la realización de nuestro trabajo se evaluó la línea articular según el método descrito por Hofmann A. La evaluación de los resultados clínicos incluyó las siguientes variables primarias: flexión, extensión, rango de movimiento, WOMAC, SF-36, KSS (Knee Society Score) y KSS funcional. Se estudió la supervivencia de las artroplastías. RESULTADOS: Las variables de flexión, extensión y rango de movimiento postoperatorio se correlacionaron estadísticamente con esta medición. El KSS se relacionó estadísticamente en su vertiente articular con la restauración de la línea articular. Para el resto de escalas, SF-36 y WOMAC, las puntuaciones fueron más altas pero no se correlacionó con la significación aceptada. CONCLUSIÓN: Ante estos resultados podemos afirmar que la restauración de la correcta línea articular mejora los resultados clínicos de la cirugía de revisión de rodilla.

[Cost-effectiveness of a hallux valgus day-surgery program]. / Coste-efectividad del proceso hallux valgus en cirugía mayor ambulatoria.

INTRODUCTION: The development of one-day surgery units has shown to be a better use of health resources without reducing quality. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness and quality criteria of ambulatory surgery program in the Hallux valgus process. MATERIAL AND METHODS: A retrospective study was conducted on a sample of 753 patients who underwent a Hallux valgus process at our institution between 2002 and 2012 (292 in ambulatory surgery cohort and 461 in hospitalization group). The cost-process was evaluated using the Weighted Care Unitas a measuring unit. Secondary data were collected as regards discharge criteria and patient satisfaction. RESULTS: A significant difference was found between Weighted Care Unit spending on in-patient surgery and out-patient surgery. Both samples were comparable and no differences were found between diagnosis and intervention. The admission rate after ambulatory surgery was 2.39%, and the substitution index increased to 56.04%. The ambulatory surgery program was given a satisfaction rating of 84.6 out of 100. CONCLUSIONS: The results of our study indicate that it is possible to maximize the substitution index of the Hallux valgus process leading to a better use of resources and a high degree of patient satisfaction.

Coste-efectividad del proceso hallux valgus en cirugía mayor ambulatoria / Cost-effectiveness of a hallux valgus day-surgery program

Introducción. El desarrollo de las unidades de cirugía mayor ambulatoria ha puesto de manifiesto una mejor utilización de los recursos sanitarios sin mermar la calidad de los mismos. El objetivo del trabajo es valorar la eficacia del programa de cirugía mayor ambulatoria en el proceso Hallux valgus y sus criterios de calidad. Material y métodos. Se analizan retrospectivamente todos los pacientes intervenidos del proceso Hallux valgus en nuestro centro entre de 2002 y 2012 obteniendo una muestra de 753 pacientes (292 en el grupo de cirugía mayor ambulatoria y 461 en el grupo de hospitalización). Se recogen los datos relativos al paciente y los datos relativos al coste, proceso utilizando como unidad de medida la unidad ponderada asistencial. Secundariamente se recogieron los datos en cuanto a los criterios de alta y satisfacción de los pacientes. Resultados. Se encontró una diferencia muy significativa entre el gasto en la unidad ponderada asistencial de pacientes hospitalizados y los que se intervinieron en cirugía mayor ambulatoria. Ambas muestras eran comparables y no se encontraron diferencias demográficas ni de tipos de intervención. El índice de ingreso poscirugía mayor ambulatoria fue de 2,39% y el de sustitución creció hasta el 56,04%. Se obtuvo un índice de satisfacción de 84,6 puntos sobre 100 en el programa de cirugía ambulatoria. Conclusiones. Los resultados de nuestro estudio indican que es posible incrementar al máximo el índice de sustitución del proceso Hallux valgus consiguiendo una mejor utilización de los recursos y con un alto grado de satisfacción de los pacientes (AU)

Introduction. The development of one-day surgery units has shown to be a better use of health resources without reducing quality. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effectiveness and quality criteria of ambulatory surgery program in the Hallux valgus process. Material and methods. A retrospective study was conducted on a sample of 753 patients who underwent a Hallux valgus process at our institution between 2002 and 2012 (292 in ambulatory surgery cohort and 461 in hospitalization group). The cost-process was evaluated using the Weighted Care Unitas a measuring unit. Secondary data were collected as regards discharge criteria and patient satisfaction. Results. A significant difference was found between Weighted Care Unit spending on in-patient surgery and out-patient surgery. Both samples were comparable and no differences were found between diagnosis and intervention. The admission rate after ambulatory surgery was 2.39%, and the substitution index increased to 56.04%. The ambulatory surgery program was given a satisfaction rating of 84.6 out of 100. Conclusions. The results of our study indicate that it is possible to maximize the substitution index of the Hallux valgus process leading to a better use of resources and a high degree of patient satisfaction (AU)

[Bone healing after surgery for seudarthrosis of the carpal scaphoid]. / Consolidación tras la cirugía de la seudoartrosis del escafoides carpiano.

INTRODUCTION: The controversy around the treatment of carpal scaphoid pseudoarthrosis has an important place in traumatology. The purpose of this paper is to compare bone healing after surgery for carpal scaphoid pseudarthrosis. MATERIAL AND METHODS: This is a retrospective study of the 50 cases of carpal scaphoid pseudarthrosis treated from 1992 to 2010. Data on sex, age, involved side, and smoking were collected. Pseudarthrosis was typified according to the Herbert and Fisher classification. We considered the surgical technique used, the time elapsed between the initial trauma and surgery, the presence or absence of healing, and the postoperative healing time and complications. RESULTS: The sample included 49 males (98%) and one female (2%). According to Herbert and Fisher, 45 patients (90%) had D1 pseudarthrosis and 5 patients (10%) had D2 pseudarthrosis. Mean time between the fracture and surgery was 30 months (2-345). The surgical technique used was percutaneous without opening and curettage of the pseudarthrosis focus in 8 patients (16%), curettage and osteosynthesis screw in 7 patients (14%), and curettage, graft and internal fixation with Kirschner nails or screws in the remaining 34 patients (70%). Thirty-four patients (68%) achieved bone healing. CONCLUSIONS: The delayed diagnosis and treatment of scaphoid pseudarthrosis is the most important prognostic factor affecting surgical success (p < 0.001).