Reparación del músculo pronador cuadrado en fracturas de radio distal tratadas con fijación interna por abordaje palmar: una revisión sistemática y metaanálisis / Repair of the pronator quadratus muscle in distal radius fractures treated with internal fixation through a palmar approach: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Introducción: el músculo pronador cuadrado funciona como un estabilizador dinámico de la articulación radiocubital distal. Su reparación posterior a la fijación interna con placa de bloqueo volar en fracturas distales del radio es controvertida. Objetivo: determinar si la reparación del músculo pronador cuadrado influye en los resultados clínicos y funcionales de pacientes con fractura de radio distal que se sometieron a reducción abierta y fijación interna con placa de bloqueo volar. Materiales y métodos: se realizó una revisión sistemática y metanálisis. Las bases de datos analizadas fueron PubMed/Medline, Embase y Bireme/Lilacs (búsqueda realizada hasta el 20 de febrero del año 2023). Los términos de búsqueda fueron: distal radius fracture AND volar plate AND pronator quadratus. Se determinó la calidad metodológica según el manual de revisiones Cochrane. Resultados: en total se incluyeron 4 ensayos clínicos aleatorizados de adecuada calidad metodológica, lo cual corresponde al análisis de 213 participantes. Existen mejores resultados en la puntuación DASH a los 12 meses de seguimiento en el grupo de no reparación del músculo pronador cuadrado DM 2,8 [IC 95%: 0,51;5,10]. No hubo diferencias significativas al año de seguimiento en las puntuaciones de dolor, rangos de movilidad de la muñeca, fuerza de agarre e incidencia de complicaciones. Conclusión: no existe evidencia que sustente la reparación rutinaria del músculo pronador cuadrado posterior a la fijación interna con placa de bloqueo volar en las fracturas de radio distal. (AU)

Introduction: the pronator quadratus muscle functions as a dynamic stabilizer of the distal radioulnar joint, and its repair after internal fixation with volar locking plate in distal radius fractures is controversial. Objective: to determine whether the repair of the pronator quadratus muscle influences the clinical and functional outcomes of patients with distal radius fracture who underwent open reduction and internal fixation with volar locking plate. Materials and methods: a systematic review and meta-analysis were conducted. The analyzed databases were Pubmed/Medline, Embase, and Bireme/Lilacs (search performed until February 20th, 2023). The search terms were distal radius fracture AND volar plate AND pronator quadratus. Methodological quality was determined according to the Cochrane Reviewer's Handbook. Results: a total of 4 randomized clinical trials of adequate methodological quality, corresponding to the analysis of 213 participants, were included. Better DASH scores were observed at 12 months of follow-up in the non-repair group of the pronator quadratus muscle, with a mean difference of 2.8 [95% CI 0.51; 5.10]. There were no significant differences at one-year follow-up in pain scores, wrist mobility ranges, grip strength, and incidence of complications. Conclusion: there is no evidence to support routine repair of the pronator quadratus muscle after internal fixation with volar locking plate in distal radius fractures. (AU)

Caracterización de pacientes operados de fractura de cadera / Characterization of patients operated on for hip fracture

Introducción: La fractura de cadera es un grave problema de salud, es la de mayor mortalidad y disminuye la esperanza de vida en casi dos años. Objetivo: Determinar las características clínico-epidemiológicas de los pacientes con fracturas de cadera. Método: Se realizó un estudio observacional y descriptivo en 69 pacientes intervenidos quirúrgicamente por fractura de cadera. Se analizaron sexo, edad, mecanismo de producción de la fractura de cadera, tipo de fractura, evolución preoperatoria, técnica quirúrgica, complicaciones, estadía postoperatoria y estado al egreso. Resultados: El grupo de edad más afectado fue el de 80 y más años, con el 37 por ciento del total. Hubo predominio del sexo femenino para un 68,1 por ciento. Predominó la caída desde sus propios pies para un 76,8 por ciento. El método quirúrgico de láminas anguladas de 1300, del sistema AO, es el más utilizado para un 60,9 por ciento, así como la intervención quirúrgica se realizó en las primeras 24 horas paras un 76,8 por ciento. Conclusiones: La fractura de cadera predomina en pacientes de la octava década de la vida, principalmente, del sexo femenino. Las variedades de fracturas más observadas son las extracapsulares. La osteosíntesis con lámina angulada de 130 º es el tratamiento quirúrgico más empleado. Se realiza la intervención en las primeras 24 - 48 horas, y en quienes no son operados en ese plazo, ocurren altos porcentajes de complicaciones. La mortalidad intrahospitalaria fue baja(AU)

Introduction: Hip fracture is a serious health problem; it is the one with the highest mortality and decreases life expectancy by almost two years. Objective: To determine the clinical-epidemiological characteristics of patients with hip fractures. Method: An observational, descriptive study was carried out in 69 patients operated on for hip fracture. Sex, age, hip fracture production mechanism, type of fracture, preoperative evolution, surgical technique, complications, postoperative stay and discharge status were analyzed. Results: The most affected age group was 80 and over, with 37 percent of the total. There was a predominance of the female sex for 68,1 percent. The fall from his own feet predominated for 76, 8 percent. The surgical method of angled blades of 130 0, of the AO system, is the most used for 60,9 percent, as well as the surgical intervention was performed in the first 24 hours for 76,8 percent. Conclusions: Hip fracture predominates in patients of the eighth decade of life, mainly female. The most commonly observed varieties of fractures are the extracapsular ones. Osteosynthesis with a 130º angled blade is the most widely used surgical treatment. The intervention is performed in the first 24 - 48 hours, and in those who are not operated on within that period, high percentages of complications occur. In-hospital mortality was low(AU)

Baja incidencia y alta mortalidad por COVID-19 en Cirugía General durante la primera ola de la pandemia / Low incidence and high COVID-19 mortality in a General Surgery during the first wave of the pandemia

Resumen Introducción y objetivo: La infección por coronavirus (COVID-19) en pacientes intervenidos es causa de importante mortalidad posoperatoria, aunque su incidencia es variable. El objetivo primario fue evaluar la incidencia de COVID-19 en los pacientes intervenidos en nuestro Servicio de Cirugía General y Digestiva, durante el máximo impacto de la pandemia en España. El objetivo secundario fue evaluar la mortalidad perioperatoria y determinar los factores de riesgo para la infección por COVID-19. Materiales y Método: Estudio observacional retrospectivo de pacientes consecutivos sometidos a Cirugía General y Digestiva con ingreso superior a 24 h, del 1 de febrero de 2020 al 30 de abril de 2020 en un hospital terciario de Madrid, España. Resultados: Se analizaron 441 pacientes: 423 sin COVID-19 y 18 con COVID-19. Las características preoperatorias y operatorias fueron similares para ambos grupos, salvo por el grado ASA (American Society of Anesthesiologists). La incidencia de COVID-19 en los pacientes intervenidos fue del 4,1%. La mortalidad posoperatoria fue elevada, del 22,2% en pacientes con COVID-19, frente a un 2,8% en pacientes no COVID-19 (p: 0,003). Los factores de riesgo para la infección por COVID-19 en los pacientes intervenidos fueron una estancia hospitalaria prolongada (OR: 1,035 [95% CI: 1,007-1,065]) y la reintervención quirúrgica (OR: 5,025 [95% CI: 1,650-15,311]). Conclusión: Las intervenciones durante la pandemia de COVID-19 causaron una baja tasa de infección con elevada mortalidad posoperatoria. La intervención quirúrgica debe valorarse frente al riesgo adicional para el paciente en contextos de alta transmisión.

The impact of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in intervened patients seems to cause large postoperative mortality, although its incidence varies among centres. Primary aim was to evaluate the incidence of COVID-19 on the patients intervened in our General and Digestive Surgery Department, during the maximum impact of the pandemia in Spain. Secondary outcomes were evaluating perioperative mortality, and determining the risk factors for COVID-19 infection. Materials and Method: Retrospective single centre study of consecutive patients undergoing general and gastrointestinal surgical procedures with more than 24 hours of inhospital stay, from February 1, 2020 to April 30, 2020 in a tertiary referral centre in Madrid, Spain. Results: A total of 441 patients were analysed: 423 were non-COVID-19 patients while 18 of them had COVID-19. Preoperative and operative characteristics were similar for both groups, unless for the American Society of Anesthesiologists grade. The incidence of COVID-19 in our intervened patients was 4.1%. Postoperative mortality was high among surgical patients with COVID-19, with a mortality rate of 22.2% compared to a 2.8% in non COVID-19 patients. The risk factors for COVID-19 infection were a prolonged postoperative stay (OR: 1.035 [95% CI: 1.007-1.065]) and the need of a reintervention (OR: 5.025 [95% CI: 1.650-15.311]). Conclusion: Surgical interventions during the COVID-19 pandemia resulted in a low infection rate but a high postoperative COVID-19 mortality. The decision to intervene must be carefully balanced against the additional risk for patients in a high transmission setting.

Delay in hip fracture surgery and its outcomes. A reflection / Retraso en cirugía de fractura de cadera y sus desenlaces. Una reflexión

Abstract Hip fracture is one of the major public healthcare problems in elderly patients around the world, mainly because of the risk of falls and osteoporosis which are typical during this stage of life, and may be the cause for up to 36% of deaths among those affected. Its management in principle is surgical and the best results are achieved with patients undergoing surgery during the first 24 to 72 hours after the fracture. Any delays in surgery are mostly associated with decompensated personal pathological factors, delays in perioperative assessment, or in presurgical complementary tests; sometimes, the delays are the result of administrative formalities of the healthcare providers. These determining factors may affect both morbidity and mortality, and contribute to functional decline, disability, and reduced quality of life of these patients. A third party intervention is then necessary to improve the preventable factors that delay the osteosynthesis in these types of fractures, in addition to ensuring education, infrastructure, inputs, skilled human resources, and prompt referral of patients from the first level of care. Investigating this scenario and assessing the quality of life impact on these patients should be a priority.

Resumen La fractura de cadera representa uno de los problemas de salud pública más grandes en los pacientes ancianos en todo el mundo, principalmente, por el riesgo de caídas y la osteoporosis típicos en esta etapa de la vida, que puede causar la muerte de hasta el 36 % de los afectados; su manejo es en principio quirúrgico y los mejores resultados se presentan cuando se interviene en las primeras 24 a 72 horas después de la fractura. El retraso en la corrección quirúrgica está asociado principalmente a factores patológicos personales no compensados, demora en la valoración perioperatoria o en los estudios complementarios prequirúrgicos, o por trámites administrativos de las empresas prestadoras de servicios de salud. Estos determinantes pueden afectar la morbimortalidad y contribuir a un deterioro funcional, incapacidad y pérdida de la calidad de vida de estos pacientes. Se hace necesaria una intervención por parte de terceros para mejorar los factores prevenibles que retrasan la osteosíntesis de este tipo de fracturas; además, asegurar educación, infraestructura, insumos, talento humano capacitado y remisión rápida de pacientes desde el primer nivel de atención. Investigar en este escenario y evaluar los efectos en la calidad de vida de estos pacientes debería ser una prioridad.

Implicaciones del COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) para la práctica anestesiológica / Implications of COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2) for the anesthesiological practice

El objetivo de este artículo es revisar las características del SARS-CoV-2, los aspectos clínico-epidemiológicos de COVID-19 y las implicaciones que tienen para los anestesiólogos al realizar procedimientos generadores de aerosoles. Se realizó una búsqueda en las bases de datos PubMed, Scopus, SciELO y Web of Science hasta el 9 de abril de 2020, utilizando las palabras: "COVID-19 or COVID19 or SARS-CoV-2 and anesthesiology or anesthesia". Se incluyeron 48 artículos con información sobre el manejo del paciente en el perioperatorio o en la unidad de cuidados intensivos ante la sospecha o confirmación de infección por SARS-CoV-2. En general, se recomienda el aplazamiento de las cirugías electivas por no más de seis a ocho semanas, de acuerdo a las condiciones clínicas de los pacientes. En el caso de cirugías de urgencia o emergencia, se revisan tópicos del sistema de protección personal así como las estrategias recomendadas para la realización de los procedimientos.

The purpose of this article is to review the characteristics of SARS-CoV-2, the clinical-epidemiological aspects of COVID-19, and the implications anesthesiologists when performing aerosol-generating procedures. A search of PubMed/MEDLINE, Scopus, SciELO, and Web of Science databases was performed until April 9, 2020, using the words: "COVID-19 or COVID19 or SARS-CoV-2 and anesthesiology or anesthesia". Forty-eight articles with information on the management of the patient in the perioperative period or the intensive care unit when suspected or confirmed SARS-CoV-2 infection were included. In general, the postponement of elective surgeries for no more than 6 to 8 weeks, depending on the clinical condition of the patients is recommended. In the case of urgent or emergency surgeries, we review the use of personal protection gear, as well as the recommended strategies for carrying out the procedure.

RESECCIÓN DE PANCREATODUODENECTOMÍA CEFÁLICA. TÉCNICA, MORBILIDAD Y MORTALIDAD (PARTE 1) / Cephalic pancreatoduodenectomy resection Technique, morbidity and mortality (Part 1)

Antecedentes: La duodenopancreatectomía cefálica (D.P.C.) es el procedimiento quirúrgico aceptado para el tratamiento de los tumores malignos y benignos del confluente bilio-duodenopancreático. Lugar de aplicación: hospital nacional de clínicas y clínica privada. Diseño: estudio protocolizado y prospectivo. Material y método: entre diciembre 2000 y diciembre 2014 se operaron 96 dpc. De ellos, 54 del sexo masculino y 42 del femenino, cuyas edades oscilaron entre 27 y 79 años de edad (media de 59 años). El promedio del período de tiempo entre el inicio de los síntomas y la primera consulta fue de 81 días (rango 10 a 129 días). A todos los pacientes se les llevo a cabo ecografía y tac de abdomen. Resultados: con respecto a la mortalidad dentro de los 30 días, fallecieron 5 pacientes (4, 80 %). Posteriormente, fallecieron dentro de los 90 días 5 pacientes más (9,3 %). Con respecto a la morbilidad, las dividimos en clínicas que fueron 17 pacientes (16,32 %) y 50 fueron quirúrgicas (48 %). Dentro de ellas la fistula pancreática estuvo en 32 pacientes (30,72 %). Con respecto al vaciamiento gástrico estuvo presente en 19 (18,24 %) y finalmente 5 (4,80 %) tuvieron una hemorragia intra peritoneal. Ocho pacientes tuvieron una fistula biliar (7,62 %). Conclusiones: los resultados de nuestro trabajo, apoyan el concepto que cirujanos con bajo volumen de d.P.C. Anuales, pero con una estricta formación en instituciones con infraestructura adecuada y un equipo multidisciplinario, pueden también obtener buenos resultados en las lesiones malignas y benignas del confluente bilio-duodeno-pancreático

Background: Cephalic pancreatoduodenectomy (CPD) is the surgical procedure of choice accepted for the management of both the malignant and the benign tumors of the bilio- duodeno pancreatic confluence. Setting: Clinico- National Hospital and private practice. Desing: protocoled and prospective study. Methods: between december 2000 and december 2014, 96 cpd have been operated. Of these, 54 were men and 42 were women, with ages ranged between 27 to 79 years (average 59 years). The time between the onset of symptoms and the first consultation period. Averaged 81 days (range 10-129 days). All the patients were submitted to ultrasound and ct of the abdomen. Results: with reference to mortality within 30 days, 5 patients (4, 80%) died. Subsequently, 5 more patients died within 90 days (9.3%). With reference to morbidity, we divided them in two, clinicals that were 17 patients (16.32%) And 50 were surgical (48%). Within pancreatic fistula included 32 patients (30, 72%). With reference to the gastric emptying, it was present in 19 (18.24%) And finally 5 (4.80%) Had intra peritoneal bleeding. In addition, 8 patients had a biliary fistula (7.62%). Conclusions: the results of our study support the concept that surgeons with low volume of cpd annually, but with strict training in institutions with adequate infraestructure and a multidisciplinary team, can also obtain good results in the malignant and benign lesions of the biliary-duodeno-pancreatic confluence.

Estandarización de una técnica en el tiempo y su impacto en los resultados para hiperhidrosis palmar primaria / Our technique standardization on time and how impact over outcomes for primary palmar hiperhidrosis

Resumen Introducción: La hiperhidrosis palmar primaria es un problema médico frecuente. Minimizar la invasión, simplificar y estandarizar la técnica supone mejores resultados. Objetivo: Evaluar eficacia y seguridad con la aplicación de nuestra técnica simplificada y estandarizada, a través de su impacto en los resultados trans y postoperatorio para la hiperhidrosis palmar primaria (HPP). Materiales y Método: Se realiza estudio observacional que evalúa los resultados obtenidos con la aplicación de nuestra técnica estandarizada para el tratamiento de HPP. El universo está constituido por 359 pacientes intervenidos entre 2007 y 2011. El control hasta los 5 años fue posible en 298, los que constituyeron la muestra definitiva. Resultados: Se analizaron 298 pacientes (596 procedimientos). En el transoperatorio solo 3 pacientes (1%) presentaron alguna complicación. El manejo del dolor torácico fue la mayor dificultad inmediata a la cirugía, con 61,7% de dolor moderado y 15,2% severo. Último control a 5 años con curación en el 99,7% y una recidiva. Los índices de satisfacción se muestran en rango excelente según encuestas validadas. Manejo ambulatorio en 99%. Discusión: Aplicar intubación endotraqueal simple permite extrapolar ventajas ya conocidas de esta técnica y menos complicaciones respiratorias, suspensiones, uso de recursos costosos o personal muy calificado. La combinación de simplificar aspectos quirúrgicos y anestésicos permitieron estandarizar y simplificar nuestra técnica y con ello: no necesitar drenajes pleurales, menos dolor, recuperación casi inmediata de la fisiología respiratoria y alta precoz. Conclusión: Combinar el empleo de tubo endotraqueal simple y oxigenación apneíca con minimizar la invasión quirúrgica: puerto único, sin drenaje pleural y manejo ambulatorio constituyen una práctica segura para la simpatectomía torácica endoscópica, con mejores resultados postoperatorios, una vez logrado en entrenamiento necesario.

Introduction: Primary palmar hyperhidrosis is a frequent medical problem. Minimizing invasion, simplifying and standardizing technique means better results. Aim: To evaluate efficacy and safety with the application of our simplified and standardized technique, through its impact on trans and post-operative outcomes for primary palmar hyperhidrosis (PPH). Minimizing approach, simplifying and standardizing the technique should lead to better outcomes. Materials and Method: An observational study is carried out to evaluate the outcomes obtained with the application of our standardized technique for the treatment of PPH. The universe constituted by 359 patients treated between 2007 and 2011. Control up to 5 years was possible in 298, which constituted the definitive sample. Results: 298 patients (596 procedures) were analyzed. In the transoperative only 3 patients (1%) report minor complication. Thoracic pain management was the greatest difficulty immediate to surgery, with 61.7% moderate pain and 15.2% severe. Satisfaction indexes in excellent range according to validated surveys. Outpatient management in 99%. Discussion: Simple intubation avoids respiratory complications, suspensions, use of expensive resources or highly qualified personnel. Early pain relief, non-uses of pleural tubes or antibiotics allows rapid recovery and early discharge due to simplification and standardization of the technique. Conclusion: The use of simple endotraqueal tube and oxygenation in apnea, single port, without pleural drainage or antibiotics and ambulatory is a safe practice for endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy, once achieved in necessary training.

Hernioplastia inguinal con anestesia local y bloqueo nervioso: experiencia en el hospital Dr. Francisco Antonio Rísquez / Inguinal hernioplastia with local anesthesia and nervous block: experience in the hospital Dr. Francisco Antonio Rísquez

La anestesia local es una opción válida para realizar procedimientos quirúrgicos de pequeña o mediana consideración. Permite la deambulación y el alta precoz. Objetivo: Evaluar los resultados del uso de anestesia local y bloqueo de los nervios ilioinguinal e iliohipogástrico, en pacientes a quienes se les realizó cura operatoria de hernia inguinal, en el Servicio de Cirugía del Hospital "Dr. Francisco Antonio Rísquez", en el periodo octubre 2017 - octubre 2018. Métodos: Estudio prospectivo, transversal que incluyó 23 pacientes que aceptaron se le realizara la hernioplastia con anestesia local. Resultados: Se realizaron 46 curas operatorias de hernia inguinal, y en 23 se realizó con anestesia local (50 %). Predominaron pacientes masculinos (87 %), con una distribución bimodal en relación a la edad (26,1 % entre 30 y 39 años y entre 70 a 79 años). La hernia inguinal derecha fue la más frecuente con el 40 % (10 casos). Todos los pacientes reportaron una puntuación de 0-1 en la escala visual análoga, tanto en el transoperatorio como en el posoperatorio. El 96% de los pacientes logró una deambulación precoz (antes de 4 horas) y todos toleraron la vía oral antes de las dos horas en el posoperatorio. No se observó ninguna complicación en el transoperatorio; hubo 1 recidiva. Conclusiones: La cura operatoria de hernia inguinal con anestesia local, resultó ser efectiva y bien tolerada por los pacientes, brindando un reintegro casi inmediato a sus actividades, lo que representa una disminución en los costos intrahospitalarios(AU)

Local anesthesia is an option to perform surgical procedures of small or medium account. It allows the ambulation, and early discharge. Objective: To evaluate the results of the use of local anesthesia and nerve block ilioinguinal and iliohypogastric, in patients who underwent surgical cure of inguinal hernia, surgery of the Hospital "Dr. Francisco Antonio Rísquez" service, in the October 2017 period - October 2018. Methods: Prospective, cross-sectional study involving 23 patients who accepted it will be the hernioplasty under local anesthesia. Results: 46 surgical cure of inguinal hernia were performed, and in 23 was held with local anesthesia (50%). Dominated male patients (87%), with a bimodal distribution in relation to the age (26.1% between 30 and 39 years and between 70 to 79 years). Right inguinal hernia was the most frequent with 40% (10 cases). All patients reported a score of 0-1 in the Visual analog escale, both in the intraoperative and postoperative. 96% of patients achieved early ambulation (within 4 hours) and all tolerated the mouth before the two hours in the postoperative. There were no complications in the intraoperative; there was 1 recurrence. Conclusions: e surgical cure of inguinal hernia under local anesthesia, proved to be effective and well tolerated by the patients, providing a return almost immediately to their activities, which represents a decrease in hospital costs(AU)

Cateteres venosos centrais de inserção periférica: alternativa ou primeira escolha em acesso vascular? / Peripherally inserted central venous catheters: alternative or first choice vascular access?

Contexto: Os cateteres venosos centrais de inserção periférica (PICC) são dispositivos intravenosos, introduzidos através de uma veia superficial ou profunda da extremidade superior ou inferior até o terço distal da veia cava superior ou proximal da veia cava inferior. Apresentam maior segurança para infusão de soluções vesicantes/irritantes e hiperosmolares, antibioticoterapia, nutrição parenteral prolongada (NPT) e uso de quimioterápicos; demonstram reduzido risco de infecção em comparação a outros cateteres vasculares e maior relação custo/benefício se comparados ao cateter venoso de inserção central (CVCIC). Objetivos: Apresentar os resultados de implantes de PICCs ecoguiados e posicionados por fluoroscopia realizados no Hospital e Maternidade São Luiz (HMSL) Itaim, Rede D'or, Brasil. Métodos: Estudo prospectivo, não randomizado, realizado entre fevereiro de 2015 e novembro de 2016. Utilizou-se protocolo pré-estabelecido pela instituição em casos de solicitação de acesso vascular. Foram analisadas indicações, doenças prevalentes, tipo do cateter implantado, sucesso técnico, complicações relacionadas ao cateter, e estabelecidos critérios de inclusão e exclusão. Resultados: Solicitados 256 acessos vasculares, sendo implantados 236 PICCs (92,1%) e 20 CVCICs (7,9%). Principais indicações: antibioticoterapia prolongada (52,0%), NPT (19,3%) e acesso venoso difícil (16,0%). Houve sucesso técnico em 246 cateteres implantados (96,1%). A veia basílica direita foi a principal veia puncionada em 192 pacientes (75,0%), seguida da braquial direita em 28 pacientes (10,9%). Conclusões: O implante dos PICCs ecoguiados e posicionados por fluoroscopia demonstrou baixa incidência de complicações, reduzidos índices de infecção e é seguro e eficaz em casos de acessos vasculares difíceis, sendo esses cateteres considerados dispositivos de escolha em acesso vascular central

Background: Peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC) are intravenous devices inserted through a superficial or deep vein of an upper or lower extremity and advanced to the distal third of the superior vena cava or proximal third of the inferior vena cava. They offer the advantages of greater safety for infusion of vesicant/irritant and hyperosmolar solutions and enable administration of antibiotics, prolonged parenteral nutrition (PPN), and chemotherapy agents. They also involve reduced risk of infection compared to other vascular catheters and are more cost-effective than centrally inserted venous catheters (CICVC). Objectives: To present the results of our team's experience with US-guided and fluoroscopy-positioned PICC placement at the Hospital and Maternidade São Luiz (HMSL) Itaim, Rede D'or, Brazil. Methods: This was a prospective, non-randomized study, conducted from February 2015 to November 2016. The institution's preestablished protocol was followed when vascular access was requested. Indications, prevalent diseases, type of catheter implanted, technical success, and complications related to the catheters were analyzed and inclusion and exclusion criteria are described. Results: A total of 256 vascular accesses were requested, and 236 PICCs (92.1%) and 20 CICVCs (7.9%) were implanted. The main indications were as follows: prolonged antibiotic therapy (52%), PPN (19.3%), and difficult venous access (16%). Technical successes was achieved in 246 catheter placements (96.1%). The right basilic vein was the most common vein punctured for access, in 192 patients (75%), followed by the right brachial vein, in 28 patients (10.9%). Conclusions: Ultrasound-guided and fluoroscopy-positioned PICC placement had a low incidence of complications, reduced infection rates, and proved safe and effective in cases of difficult vascular access. PICCs can be considered the devices of choice for central vascular access

Dermoabrasión como alternativa de tratamiento en quemaduras tipo AB en pacientes pediátricos. Experiencia del Servicio de Cirugía Plástica, Unidad de Quemados del Hospital Pediátrico Fernando Bareyro / Dermoabrasion for treatment in pediatric burns

La dermoabrasión en combinación con sulfadiazina de plata y lidocaína, como tratamiento para las quemaduras AB en pacientes pediátricos, presenta ventajas en cuanto a los resultados que ofrece, ya que es un método sencillo y reproducible. Como desventaja presenta que se requieren varias sesiones de tratamiento y en algunos casos, donde se produjo profundización de la lesión, se requirió cobertura con injerto de pie

Galactocele medicamentosa pós-mamoplastia de aumento: relato de caso e revisão da literatura / Galactocele due to drugs prescribed after augmentation mammoplasty: a case report and literature review

A mamoplastia de aumento é um procedimento cirúrgico muito comum e seguro na cirurgia plástica, mas o mesmo não está isento de complicações. A galactocele após mamoplastia de aumento é raramente descrita na literatura. Este relato de caso refere-se a uma paciente de 34 anos de idade, que fazia uso de sulpirida há 2 anos e 4 meses e desenvolveu galactocele cerca de 100 dias após mamoplastia de aumento. O diagnóstico deve ser suspeitado quando se observar uma mama aumentada de volume, associada a calor local, dor ou desconforto mamário no pós-operatório. Acredita-se que a melhor conduta seja a drenagem cirúrgica, a fim de confirmar o diagnóstico de galactocele e excluir a presença de abscesso mamário.

Augmentation mammaplasty is a common and safe plastic surgery procedure, but it is not free from complications. Galactocele after augmentation mammaplasty is rarely described in the literature. We discuss the case of a 34-year-old woman who had been taking sulpiride for 2 years and 4 months and developed galactocele approximately 100 days after augmentation mammaplasty. However, diagnosis should be suspected if breast size increases and it is associated with postoperative local heat, pain or breast discomfort. We believe that the surgeon must surgically drain galactocele to confirm diagnosis, especially to exclude the presence of breast abscess.

Dermolipectomia em âncora após cirurgia bariátrica: complicações e índice de satisfação dos pacientes / Anchor dermolipectomy after bariatric surgery: complications and patient satisfaction rate

INTRODUÇÃO: A obesidade é considerada pela Organização Mundial de Saúde (OMS) a principal pandemia do século. A obesidade mórbida tem como um de seus tratamentos mais efetivos a cirurgia bariátrica, e muitos pacientes necessitarão de cirurgia plástica reparadora após grandes emagrecimentos. Dentre as cirurgias em ex-obesos, a mais associada a complicações é a dermolipectomia. O propósito deste estudo foi mostrar a experiência do autor na dermolipectomia em âncora após grande emagrecimento, enfocando as complicações e a satisfação do paciente. MÉTODOS: Revisamos 40 prontuários de pacientes operados entre setembro de 2011 e abril de 2013, cinco deles não foram localizados e, por isso, excluídos do estudo. Foi solicitado que pontuassem de 1 a 4, sendo 1 (insatisfeito), 2 (pouco satisfeito), 3 (satisfeito), 4 (muito satisfeito). Consideramos as complicações trans e pós-operatórias, tempo cirúrgico, permanência hospitalar, tempo com dreno, idade e gênero. Foi realizada análise estatística dos dados, assim como estatística descritiva. RESULTADOS: Nosso estudo avaliou 35 pacientes, apenas um era homem (2,85%), a idade variou de 27 a 68 anos (média 41,25 anos), o peso pré-operatório variou de 58 a 108 kg (média de 73,6 kg), 94,28% dos pacientes sentiam-se satisfeitos (pontuação 3 e 4). A principal complicação foi o seroma 28,5%, seguida pela cicatriz hipertrófica (17,14%), nenhuma complicação maior foi verificada. O tempo médio do procedimento cirúrgico foi de 103 minutos (75-140 minutos). Alta ocorreu com 24h de internação hospitalar. CONCLUSÃO: A dermolipectomia em âncora é um método seguro e efetivo para o contorno corporal do ex-obeso.

INTRODUCTION: Obesity is designated by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the major pandemic of this century. Bariatric surgery is one of the most effective treatments of morbid obesity, since most patients are submitted to reconstructive plastic surgery after major weight loss. Among the surgeries carried out in the formerly obese, dermolipectomy is the procedure that is mostly associated with complications after surgery. The aim of this study was to report the experience of the author in performing anchor dermolipectomy after major weight loss, focusing on complications and patient satisfaction rate. METHODS: The medical records of 40 patients operated between September 2011 and April 2013 were reviewed in the study. Five patients were excluded from the study, since they could not be found. The patients were asked to score their satisfaction from 1 to 4, where 1 means dissatisfied, 2 poorly satisfied, 3 satisfied, and 4 very satisfied. Trans and post-operative complications, surgical time, hospital stay, drainage time, age, and gender were considered in the study. The data obtained were submitted to a statistical analysis and descriptive statistics. RESULTS: Among the 35 patients evaluated in our study, only one was male (2.85%). The age varied between 27 and 68 years (average age of 41.25 years). The preoperative weight varied from 58 to 108 kg (average of 73.6 kg); 94.28% of the patients declared themselves as satisfied (score 3 and 4). The main complication was the occurrence of seroma (28.5%), followed by hypertrophic scar (17.14%). No major complication was observed. The average surgical time was 103 minutes (75-140 minutes). The patient was discharged 24 hours after hospital admission. CONCLUSION: Anchor dermolipectomy is a safe and effective body contouring procedure to be carried out in the formerly obese.

Caracterización de pacientes quirúrgicos de alto riesgo ingresados en terapia intensiva / Characteristics of the high risk surgical patients in the intensive care unit

Introducción: en los pacientes quirúrgicos de alto riesgo, es indiscutible la necesidad de la asistencia médica intensiva. Objetivo: caracterizar a los pacientes quirúrgicos de alto riesgo según variables demográficas, diagnósticos al ingreso y mortalidad. Métodos: se realizó un estudio descriptivo, prospectivo y de corte longitudinal, con 394 pacientes quirúrgicos de alto riesgo ingresados en la Unidad de Cuidados Intensivos del Hospital Docente Clínico Quirúrgico Joaquín Albarrán Domínguez en La Habana, durante los años 2012 y 2013. Resultados: el 98 por ciento de los pacientes quirúrgicos ingresados fueron de alto riesgo. La letalidad fue del 19,2 por ciento. El 31,5 por ciento de los fallecimientos pertenecían el grupo de 80 a 89 años de edad, no se encontró asociación significativa en cuanto a la edad y fallecimiento. El sexo masculino constituyó el 52,7 por ciento y el sexo femenino el 47,2 por ciento, predominó este último entre los fallecidos, se encontró asociación significativa. La peritonitis secundaria estuvo presente en el 30,3 por ciento de los fallecidos, las enfermedades neoplásicas del sistema digestivo en el 19,2 por ciento, y se encontró asociación significativa. La primera causa de muerte fue el fallo múltiple de órganos con 44,7 por ciento. Conclusiones: la mortalidad en los pacientes quirúrgicos de alto riesgo es adecuada, predominaron las pacientes femeninas de edades avanzadas; prevalecieron las peritonitis secundarias y las enfermedades neoplásicas, responsables posteriormente del fallo múltiple de órganos, por lo que se hace necesario estratificar el riesgo de cada paciente para intensificar o diferenciar la acción terapéutica(AU)

Introduction: the need of intensive care for high risk surgical patients is out of discussion. Objective: to characterize the high risk surgical patients by demographic features, diagnosis on admission and mortality. Methods: descriptive, prospective and longitudinal ofn394 high risk surgical patients admitted to the intensive care unit of Joaquín Albarrán Domínguez Hospital during 2012 and 2013. Results: ninety eight percent of the hospitalized surgical patients were classified as high risk. The fatality rate was 19. 2 percent. In this group, 31.5 percent of the dead people was in the 80 to 89 year age group, no significant association between age and mortality was found. Male sex prevail (52.7 percent) over female (47.2 percent), being females prevalent in mortality and there was significant association. Secondary peritonitis was present in 30.3 percent of the deceased people and neoplastic digestive system diseases in 19.2 percent with significant statistical association. The first cause of death was the multi-organ failure with 44. 7 percent. Conclusions: the mortality rate in the high risk surgical patients was acceptable; aged females prevailed; secondary peritonitis and neoplastic diseases predominated and led to multi-organ failure. It is therefore necessary to stratify the risk of every patient to intensify or customize the treatment intervention(AU)

Tratamiento de la enfermedad pilonidal crónica. Comparación de 3 técnicas quirúrgicas / Treatment of chronic pilonidal disease. Comparison of 3 surgical techniques

Introducción: actualmente no existe una técnica “gold standard” para el tratamiento definitivo de la enfermedad pilonidal crónica. Las técnicas empleadas en nuestro servicio son la técnica de Karydakis, Colgajo Romboidal y una variante de la técnica de Soll y col. a la que denominamos “Técnica de preservación cutánea”. Objetivo: evaluar y comparar la eficacia de las técnicas de Karydakis (TK), Colgajo de Limberg (CL) y de Preservación cutánea (PC) en el tratamiento de la enfermedad pilonidal crónica. Material y Métodos: estudio retrospectivo sobre 136 pacientes operados por enfermedad pilonidal crónica en el Sanatorio Allende, entre Enero del 2006 y Septiembre del 2013, basado en revisión de historias clínicas y entrevista telefónica. Se incluyeron 125 pacientes, 38 operados mediante CL, 50 con TK, y 37 con PC. Se excluyeron 11 pacientes por enfermedad pilonidal supurada. Las variables de evaluación primarias fueron el tiempo operatorio, complicaciones postoperatorias, tasa de recidiva; y las secundarias fueron el tiempo de reincorporación a actividades normales y deportivas, y el grado de satisfacción del paciente. Los test estadísticos empleados fueron el análisis de varianza, el postest de Tukey y Chi-cuadrado. Resultados: el tiempo quirúrgico fue menor en el grupo TK (37 min) en comparación con el grupo CL (53 min) (p0.05) aunque la reincorporación a actividades deportivas fue más prolongada en el grupo TK (43 días) respecto de los otros dos grupos (32 días) (p=0,042)...

Introduction: actually, there is no consensus as to the optimal surgical operation for sacrococcygeal pilonidal disease. The techniques used in our institution are Karydakis flap reconstruction, Limberg flap transposition, and a modified Soll et al procedure, which includes sinusectomy with primary closure called “Cutaneous preservation technique”. Objectives: to evaluate and to compare the efficacy and morbidity of Karydakis flap reconstruction (KF), Limberg flap transposition (LF) and Cutaneous preservation technique (CP) in the treatment of chronic pilonidal sinus disease. Patients and methods: a retrospective study was performed in 136 consecutive patients operated for chronic pilonidal sinus disease at Sanatorio Allende between January 2006 and September 2013, using KF, LF and CP procedures. Eleven patients were excluded for presenting suppurated pilonidal disease. One hundred and twenty five patients were included, 50 in the KF, 38 in LF and 37 in the CP group. Primary endpoints included operation time, complications and recurrence rates. Secondary end-points were healing time, return to normal and sports activities and degree of patient's satisfaction. Data was obtained via a revision of digital clinical history and a standardized telephone interview. Statistical tests used were Anova with Tukeypost test and Chi-square test. Results: operating time was shorter in the KT group (37 min) compared with LF group (53min) (p0.05). However, return to sports activities was delayed in KF group (43 days), compared with LF and PC group (32 days) (p=0,042)...

Diagnóstico e tratamento do câncer de pele em albinos: estudo descritivo / Diagnosis and treatment for skin cancer in albinos: a descriptive study

Introdução: Descrever a casuística envolvendo albinos, quanto à forma de apresentação, local, tratamento e acompanhamento dos tumores de pele. Métodos: Estudo descritivo, retrospectivo, de Abril à Julho de 2011, analisando um total de doze prontuários. Buscando nos resultados histopatológicos, e nas descrições dos procedimentos cirúrgicos, reunir e reportar dados específicos. Resultados: Doze pacientes albinos apresentaram 273 lesões e foram estudados. Oito homens e 4 mulheres, com idades variando entre 23 e 80 anos, sendo a maioria acima de 40 anos (92%). A localização mais comum das lesões foi na cabeça e pescoço, sendo o tipo histológico mais frequente o CBC (Carcinoma Basocelular) (36,63%), seguido do CEC. Algumas lesões também encontradas foram carcinoma tricoblástico, sarcoma de alto grau, verruga vulgar, melanoma in situ e Doença de Bowen. Em média os pacientes foram acompanhados, por 98,6 meses. Dentre os procedimentos cirúrgicos realizados o mais comum foi à realização de síntese primária (82,41%) e em segundo lugar os retalhos, sendo dois microcirúrgicos (VRAM e RALC). Os tamanhos das lesões foram divididos em menores ou iguais a 4 cm (80,20%) e maiores do que 4 cm (19,80%). Conclusão: Através de uma breve agregação de dados foi possível descrever uma casuística com dados semelhantes aos expostos na literatura internacional, apesar da escassez dos mesmos, possibilitando uma comparação e demonstração entre a relação sobre albinismo e tumores de pele, porém novas séries descritivas com mais pacientes são necessárias para melhor avaliação global. Assim a prevenção continua sendo a melhor forma de monitoramento e acompanhamento dos pacientes portadores de albinismo.

Introduction: To describe a case series involving albinos as to the form, location, treatment and monitoring of skin tumors. Methods: A descriptive, retrospective from April to July 2011, analyzing a total of twelve charts. Seeking the histopathologic results, and descriptions of surgical procedures, collect and report specific data. Results: Twelve patients had albinos and 273 injuries were studied. Eight men and 4 women, aged between 23 and 80 years, the majority being over 40 years old (92%). The most common injuries were to the head and neck being the most common histological type BCC (36.63%), followed by the CEC. Some injuries were also found tricoblástico carcinoma, high-grade sarcoma, verruca vulgaris, melanoma in situ and Bowen's disease. On average, patients were followed for 98.6 months. Among the surgical procedures the most common was the realization of primary synthesis (82.41%) and second flaps, two microsurgical (VRAM and RALC). The sizes of the lesions was divided into equal or lower than 4 cm (80.20%) and higher than 4 cm (19.80%). Conclusion: Using a short data aggregation was possible to describe a sample with similar data exposed in the international literature, despite the lack of them, allowing a comparison and demonstration about the relationship between albinism and skin tumors, but new series with more patients are needed to better overall evaluation. So prevention remains the best way of monitoring and follow-up of patients with albinism.

Análisis prospectivo de hernioplastías umbilicales en adultos / Umbilical mesh hernia repair: experience in 60 patients

Background: There is a lack of consensus on the best technique umbilical for hernia repair and several options have been use. The systematic use of prostheses is currently recommended. Aim: To evaluate the treatment of umbilical hernias with a mesh and assess the placement of a prosthetic cone as an alternative. Materials and Methods: We evaluated prospectively the surgical procedures in 60 patients with umbilical hernia aged 30 to 86 years (40 females). We excluded surgical procedures in which a mesh was not used and those performed as emergencies. When the hernia ring was of less than 3 cm in diameter, a polypropylene cone or plug was placed. A preperitoneal mesh technique was used when rings were larger. Results: Forty five patients had a ring of less than 3 cm. Among these, a polypropylene cone or plug was placed in 30 and 15 patients, respectively. A mesh was placed in the remaining patients. As surgical complications, one patient had a hematoma (1.6 percent) and three patients had seromas (5 percent). There were no surgical site infections or hernia relapse. Conclusions: Umbilical hernia repair using with polypropylene prostheses is a safe and easy to implement technique.

Introducción: A pesar de su alta prevalencia, la hernia umbilical no ha sido tan estudiada en la bibliografía como otros defectos hemiarios. No hay consenso en la mejor técnica para su reparación y varias opciones han sido utilizadas para el tratamiento de esta enfermedad. Actualmente se recomienda la utilización sistemática de prótesis para su reparación. Objetivo: Evaluar el tratamiento de la hernia umbilical con mallas y valorar la colocación de prótesis en forma de cono como alternativa en la reparación. Diseño: Prospectivo, observacional. Lugar de Aplicación: Clínica Universitaria Privada. Material y Métodos: Evaluamos 60 hernioplastías entre el Iº de enero del 2005 y Iº de agosto del 2007. Se excluyeron herniorrafias y cirugías urgentes. En hernias con anillo menor a 3 cm de diámetro colocamos plug o cono de polipropileno; anillos mayores a 3 cm se repararon con malla preperitoneal. Resultados: Edad promedio 50 a±os, sexo femenino 40 pacientes, 56 hernias primarias. Encontramos 45 pacientes con anillo menor a 3 cm, colocándose en 30 cono de polipropileno y en 15 plug. El resto de los pacientes tenían anillos de más de 3 cm y se les colocó una malla preperitoneal. Complicaciones: 1 hematoma (1,6 por ciento), 3 seromas (5 por ciento). No hubo infecciones del sitio quirúrgico ni recidivas. Conclusiones: La reparación de una hernia umbilical con prótesis de polipropileno es una técnica segura y fácil de aplicar. La colocación de cono de polipropileno, es una técnica que debe ser considerada como alternativa del tapón en hernias con anillo menor a 3 cm.

Resultados a corto plazo de la hernioplastia inguinal: seguimiento prospectivo de 112 pacientes / Short-term outcomes of inguinal hemioplasty: prospective follow-up of 112 patients

Introducción: Creemos que eventualmente los resultados de la hernioplastia de Lichtenstein sufrirán cambios objetivos y subjetivos según la percepción de cada paciente. El objetivo fue evaluar mediante el Instrumento de medición Cualitativo y Cuantitativo (ICCRHL) los resultados de la hernioplastia de Lichtenstein en una cohorte específica de pacientes y analizar los cambios que en estos podrían ocurrir. Pacientes y método: Los pacientes masculinos mayores de 15 años electivamente operados por hernia inguinal entre Enero y Diciembre del 2004 fueron seguidos prospectivamente mediante entrevista, examen físico y llenado de una forma pre-impresa del ICCRHL un mes después de la cirugía, a los 6 meses, 1 año y 2 años. Resultados: El 70,5 por ciento de los pacientes obtuvieron resultados excelentes a los 6 meses los cuales se mantuvieron a los 2 años. Los mejores resultados se obtuvieron en el control del primer año. Los resultados muy malos tuvieron una distribución bimodal, presentándose con mayor frecuencia en el primer control y observándose un importante incremento en el control de los 2 años; la causa fue el desarrollo de inguinodinia. Conclusión: De acuerdo al ICCRHL, los resultados de la hernioplastia de Lichtenstein son diferentes según el momento del tiempo en el cual son medidos. Este hecho demuestra que los resultados de una cirugía funcional como ésta, son dinámicos, varían según el momento en el cual son evaluados y sufren cambios importantes con el tiempo.

Background: Eventually the outcomes of Lichtenstein hemioplasty will experience objective and subjective changes according to the perception of every individual patient. Aim: To evaluate the outcomes of Lichtenstein hemioplasty using the Quantitative and Qualitative Measurement Instrument (QQMI), in a specific cohort of patients and to analyze the changes that may occur. Patients and methods: One hundred and twelve male patients, aged 17 to 92 years, electively operated for inguinal hernia from January to December 2004, were enrolled in a prospective protocol and subjected to assessments that included an interview, physical exam and the completion of the QQMI, one moth, 6 months, 1 year and 2 years after surgery. Results: Seventy-five percent patients had excellent outcomes at 6 months and maintained the same perception two years after surgery. The best outcomes were recorded at one year after surgery. Patients with very bad outcomes had a bimodal distribution, they were more frequently found at the first control and at the 2-years assessment. The cause of this bad perception was the appearance of inguinal pain. Conclusions: The outcomes of Lichtenstein hernioplasty are different according to the moment on which they are recorded. This fact shows that the outcomes of a functional operation, such as the operation for inguinal hernia, suffer important changes over time and differ according to the moment on which they are measured.

Paratireoidectomia: atualização para o nefrologista / Parathyroidectomy: up-to-date to the nephrologist

O hiperparatireoidismo secundário é uma complicação comum nos pacientes com doença renal crônica(DRC), influenciando a morbidade e a mortalidade desses pacientes. Estratégias clínicas de tratamento nem sempre alcançam o resultado esperado, e freqüentemente recorre-se ao tratamento cirúrgico, aparatireoidectomia. Os avanços no conhecimento da fisiopatologia do hiperparatireoidismo secundário influenciam as condutas clinicas e cirúrgicas. O número de pacientes necessitando de tratamento cirúrgico tem aumentado assustadoramente. A paratireoidectomia cirúrgica tem sido utilizada amplamente, entretanto, é necessário definir o melhor tratamento baseando-se em evidências. A paratireoidectomia farmacológica representa uma novapossibilidade terapêutica, porém, com resultados ainda bastante controversos. Este trabalho apresenta um panorama histórico da literatura vigente, visandomelhor padronização das condutas e do seguimento dos pacientes, além de estimular novos centros e grupos de estudo a se lançarem no tratamentocirúrgico.

The secondary hyperparathyroidism is a common complication of chronic kidney disease, having an influence on mortality and quality-of life of patients. Clinical strategies of treatment not always reach the expected results, and the surgical treatment, parathyroidectomy, is frequently necessary. The progress inknowledge of pathogenesis, histopathology and pathophysiology of secondary hyperparathyroidism in chronic kidney disease has substantially influenced the decisions regarding the surgical procedures. The number of patients demanding surgical treatment increased considerably. The surgical parathyroidectomy has been broadly described, however, an evidence based best way of treatment is still missing. Nowadays, the pharmacological parathyroidectomy appears as a new possibility of treatment, but data are still very inconsistent. This paper presents a brief historical report with a focus on the best way to treat patients based on the literature suggesting a better standardization of follow-up and treatment. It also encourages new centers to assemble groupsdevoted to study the subject and to accomplish the surgical procedures.