Uso de endoprótesis para el tratamiento de enfermedades no neoplásicas de la rodilla / Use of endoprosthesis for the treatment of non-neoplastic pathologies of the knee

Introducción: Las endoprótesis son el método de elección para la reconstrucción luego de las resecciones oncológicas. Los avances en los materiales y diseños permitieron expandir las indicaciones a enfermedades no neoplásicas. Su montaje intraoperatorio simple y rápido, y su estabilidad mecánica inmediata permiten una rehabilitación y una recuperación funcional tempranas. Sin embargo, la tasa de fallas es elevada, aunque distinta de la de las enfermedades oncológicas. Las causas predominantes son diferentes. Objetivos: Analizar nuestra experiencia con el uso de endoprótesis de rodilla y compararla con los estudios publicados, evaluando los resultados funcional y radiográfico, la supervivencia del implante y las causas de su eventual falla. Materiales y Métodos: Se seleccionaron pacientes con enfermedad no neoplásica compleja de rodilla que requirieran una reconstrucción con endoprótesis. Para el examen clínico y la evaluación funcional se utilizó el puntaje de la Musculoskeletal Tumor Society, y para las fallas de los implantes, la clasificación de Henderson y cols. modificada. Resultados:Se estudiaron 12 endoprótesis, con un seguimiento promedio de 3.8 años. Se registraron 2 fallas (18%), con un tiempo promedio hasta la falla de 47.5 meses. Una fue tipo 2 (aflojamiento aséptico) y la otra, tipo 4 (infección). No hubo otras complicaciones. En la evaluación funcional, el puntaje final medio fue del 76,6%. Conclusión: Nuestros resultados respaldan el uso de endoprótesis para enfermedades complejas no neoplásicas de rodilla en pacientes cuidadosamente seleccionados, pese a ser un procedimiento quirúrgico complejo y con muchas complicaciones. Nivel de Evidencia: IV

Introduction: Endoprosthesis is the gold standard for reconstruction after oncological resections. The advances regarding its materials and designs allowed for the expansion of the indications to non-neoplastic pathologies. Its simple and fast intraoperative assembly and its immediate mechanical stability allow for early rehabilitation and functional recovery. However, the failure rate is high, although it is different from oncological pathologies. The predominant causes are varied. Objectives: To analyze our experience in the use of knee endoprosthesis and compare it with the literature, evaluating functional outcomes, radiographic outcomes, implant survival and causes of eventual failure. Materials and Methods: Patients with complex non-neoplastic knee pathology that required reconstruction with endoprosthesis were selected. Clinical history, anamnesis, physical examination, and radiographs were reviewed. For clinical examination and functional evaluation, the MusculoSkeletal Tumor Society Score (MSTS Score) was used. For implant failures, the modified Henderson et al. classification was used. Results: 12 endoprostheses were studied, with an average follow-up of 3.8 years. Failures were recorded in 2 (18%), with a mean time to failure of 47.5 months. One type 2 failure (aseptic loosening) and one type 4 failure (infection) were recorded. No other complications were noted. For the functional evaluation, the mean final score was 76.6%. Conclusion: Our results support the use of endoprostheses for complex non-neoplastic knee diseases in carefully selected patients, despite being a complex surgical procedure with many complications.Keywords: Endoprosthesis; knee; infection; complications. Level of Evidence: IV

Estimulación cardíaca temporal de larga duración con cable activo y marcapaso permanente externo / Long-term temporary cardiac pacing with active lead and external permanent pacemaker

INTRODUCCIÓN. La estimulación cardíaca temporal de larga duración con cable activo y marcapaso permanente externo es una técnica recientemente incluida en las guías de manejo de bradicardias sintomáticas. CASOS CLÍNICOS. Se describen 4 casos de pacientes sometidos a estimulación cardíaca temporal de larga duración con cable activo y marcapaso permanente externo de la unidad de Hemodinámica del Hospital de Especialidades Carlos Andrade Marín, con indicaciones diversas. DISCUSIÓN. El tiempo medio de permanencia con el cable activo y el marcapaso externalizado fue 23 días. No hubo complicaciones del procedimiento. Un paciente falleció por causas no relacionadas con la estimulación y 2 se recuperaron en sus domicilios. CONCLUSIÓN. La técnica de estimulación temporal utilizando marcapasos permanentes recuperados se muestra extremadamente útil para mantener un marcapaso cardíaco seguro, incluso ambulatorio y por largo tiempo, hasta el implante de dispositivos definitivos. Su limitación es la factibilidad de hacerlo solo en centros de tercer nivel.

INTRODUCTION. Long-duration temporary cardiac pacing with active lead and permanent external pacemaker is a technique recently included in the guidelines for the management of symptomatic bradycardias. CLINICAL CASES. We describe 4 cases of patients who underwent long-duration temporary cardiac pacing with active lead and external permanent pacemaker at the Hemodynamics Unit of the Hospital de Especialidades Carlos Andrade Marín, with different indications. DISCUSSION. The mean length of stay with the active lead and externalized pacemaker was 23 days. There were no procedural complications. One patient died of causes unrelated to pacing and 2 recovered at home. CONCLUSIONS. The technique of temporary pacing using retrieved permanent pacemakers is extremely useful for maintaining safe cardiac pacing, even on an outpatient basis and for a long period of time, until implantation of definitive devices. Its limitation is the feasibility of doing it only in third level centers.

Patients' Management Patterns for Restorative Treatment Procedures: A 4-Year Overview at the Restorative Clinic of a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria

Abstract Objective: To determine the patients' management pattern for restorative treatment procedures at the Restorative Dentistry Clinic at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH). Material and Methods: A descriptive and retrospective study design was employed to determine patients' management patterns for the restorative treatment procedures at the Restorative Dentistry Clinic at LASUTH. Treatment records of patients who attended the Restorative Clinic at the Lagos State University Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos, Nigeria, from 2011 to 2014 were reviewed; the effective treatments during the period under review were recorded as treatment procedures and were recorded as operative, endodontic, fixed prosthodontics, and removable procedures. Results: A total of 14,437 (75%) operative; 1,353 (7.0%) endodontic; and 559 (2.9%) fixed prosthodontics and 2,852 (14.9%) removable prosthodontic procedures were carried out during the period under review. This study showed that operative procedures were the most performed restorative procedures, whereas removable prosthodontics and endodontic procedures ranked second and third, respectively, to operative procedures. Fixed prosthodontics procedures were the least performed restorative procedures. Conclusion: This study showed that more efforts were being expended by dentists on operative services compared to endodontic, removable, and fixed prosthodontics services combined. Comprehensive studies, embracing all disciplines of dentistry, should be carried out to determine the level of demand and clinical relevance of procedures in clinical dental practice and hence to set specific and general objectives of dental education for the populace. Access to dental health Insurance services should also be increased in the country.

Existe relação entre doenças respiratórias e próteses dentárias removíveis contaminadas? Uma revisão sistematizada da literatura / Relationship between respiratory diseases and contaminated removable dental prostheses

Objetivo: O objetivo dessa revisão sistematizada da literatura foi analisar a associação entre o uso de próteses dentárias removíveis e doenças respiratórias prevalentes. Materiais e métodos: Este estudo foi conduzido seguindo os critérios do PRISMA check-list (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis). A base de dados eletrônica selecionada foi a PubMed/MEDLINE, sem restrições do ano de publicação. Estudos prospectivos e retrospectivos (ensaios clínicos randomizados, ensaios clínicos controlados, estudos de coorte, estudos caso-controle e estudos transversais), estudos in vitro e publicados em inglês foram escolhidos como critérios de elegibilidade. Resultados: A busca inicial na base de dados obteve 553 artigos e 8 deles foram selecionados baseados nos critérios de elegibilidade e subdivididos em dois tópicos: doença pulmonar obstrutiva crônica e pneumonia por aspiração. Conclusão: Com base nos estudos avaliados existe associação entre as próteses dentárias removíveis contaminadas e doenças respiratórias... (AU)

Objective: The purpose of this review was to analyze the association between the use of removable dental prostheses and the prevalence of respiratory diseases. Methodology: This study was conducted following the criteria of PRISMA check-list (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis). The database selected was PubMed/MEDLINE, with no restrictions on the year of publication. Prospective and retrospective studies (randomized clinical trials, controlled clinical trials, cohort studies, case-control studies and cross-sectional studies), in vitro studies and published in English were selected in tehe eligibility criteria. Results: The search in the database obtained 553 articles and 8 of them were selected based on the eligibility criteria and subdivided into two topics: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and aspiration pneumonia. Conclusion: Based on the studies evaluated, there is an association between contaminated removable dental prostheses and respiratory diseases... (AU)

Caracterización clínica y sociodemográfica de la población infantojuvenil entre 2 y 17 años con diagnóstico de deficiencia de extremidades superiores adquirida y/o congénita, en el Instituto Teletón Santiago / Clinical and sociodemographic characterization of the child and youth population between 2 and 17 years old with a diagnosis of acquired or congenital upper limbs deficiency at Instituto Teletón Santiago

INTRODUCCIÓN: Las deficiencias congénitas y adquiridas de extremidades superiores son una condición importante en la población pediátrica, existe poca información respecto de sus características clínicas, sociodemográficas y las asociadas al uso de prótesis. OBJETIVO: Describir las características clínicas y sociodemográficas de la población infantojuvenil entre 2 y 17 años con diagnóstico de deficiencia de extremidades superiores adquirida y/o congénita, pertenecientes al Instituto Teletón Santiago (IT-S). METODOLOGÍA: Estudio transversal, en población infantojuvenil entre 2 y 17 años, con diagnóstico de deficiencia de extremidades superiores, adquirida y congénita, que se atienden en el IT-S. Se realizó una revisión de fichas clínicas y encuesta para la obtención de datos de características sociodemográficas, clínicas y asociadas al uso de prótesis. RESULTADOS: Se incluyeron 215 pacientes, 93,9% de etiología congénita y 6,1% adquirida. El nivel de la deficiencia más frecuente fue parcial de mano con 51,6%, seguido del transradial con 33,1%. El 33% de los 215 pacientes estudiados tuvieron prescripción de prótesis. De los pacientes con prescripción de prótesis, 78,9% correspondía a mecánica y 18,3% a prótesis 3D. El 53,5% usaba su prótesis y el 46,4% no la usaba. Respecto a las prótesis 3D, el 84,6% no la usaban. En el nivel parcial de mano, el 83,3% no usaban su prótesis. CONCLUSIONES: Este estudio aporta datos de importancia clínica, destacando, una prescripción protésica de inicio temprano y asociada a las características clínicas de los pacientes. Así mismo, existe una alta tasa de no uso de las prótesis 3D, en el nivel parcial de mano.

INTRODUCTION: Congenital and acquired deficiencies of the upper extremities are an important condition in the pediatric population, however, there is almost no information regarding the clinical and sociodemographic characteristics and those associated with the use of prostheses. OBJECTIVE: Describe the clinical and sociodemographic characteristics of the child and adolescent population between 2 and 17 years old with a diagnosis of acquired and/or congenital upper limb deficiency, belonging to the Instituto Teletón Santiago (IT-S). METHODS: A cross-sectional study was conducted in child and adolescent population between 2 and 17 years old, with a diagnosis of acquired and/ or congenital upper limb deficiency treated in the IT-S. A review of clinical records and a survey were carried out to obtain data on sociodemographic and clinical characteristics and characteristics associated with the use of prostheses. RESULTS: 215 patients were included, 93.9% of congenital and 6.1% of acquired etiology. The most common level of deficiency was partial hand with 51.6%, followed by transradial with 33.1%. 33% of the 215 patients included had a prescription for a prosthesis. 78.9% of the patients with a prosthesis prescription had a mechanical prosthesis and 18.3% had a 3D prosthesis. 53.5% used their prosthesis and 46.4% did not use it. 84.6% of the patients with 3D prostheses did not use them and an 83.3% of the patients with a partial hand level deficiency did not use their prosthesis. CONCLUSION: This study provides data of clinical importance, highlighting an early-onset prosthetic prescription associated with the clinical characteristics of the patients. Likewise, there is a high rate of non-use of 3D prostheses at the partial hand level.

Perceptions of rehabilitated patients with fixed partial dentures as to the temporary restoration

ABSTRACT: This study evaluated patients' perceptions regarding the installation of temporary fixed partial denture (TFPD). A questionnaire developed that addressed patients' perceptions about the temporary restorations, applied to patients after concluded their treatment. Responses were analyzed by descriptive statistics and contingency tables were constructed to statistically analyze the relationship between patients' perceptions of age, gender and type of prosthesis. We interviewed 28 patients (23 female; 5 male). In the results, 53.57% of the patients reported improvement in the chewing, 3.57% of the patients reported an improvement in speech, 21.43% of patients reported improvement in both aspects and another 21.43% of patients did not report functional improvements in speech and in chewing. Regarding dental pain, 89.28% did not present. In the hygienization aspect, 46.42% of the patients had difficulty, and 25% of the patients had bleeding gum. Finally, 89.28% of the patients reported that a TFPD made it possible to predict the final treatment outcome. No statistically significant difference was found when age (p = 0.86062) and gender (p=0.41225) were correlated. However, the type of prosthesis influenced patients' perceptions of TFPDs (p = 0.01254). It is concluded that TFPD is an important step in the treatment with fixed prosthesis.

Experiencia en estapedostomías en Hospital del Salvador entre 2012 y 2018 / Stapedotomy experience at Hospital del Salvador between 2012 and 2018

INTRODUCCIÓN: La otoesclerosis es una enfermedad de presumible origen metabólico que determina la fijación de la cadena osicular. La estapedostomía con instalación de prótesis es la cirugía de elección en la actualidad para esta patología. OBJETIVO: Describir experiencia y resultados del tratamiento quirúrgico de pacientes con otoesclerosis en el Hospital del Salvador entre los años 2012 y 2018. Material y método: Estudio descriptivo retrospectivo mediante revisión de fichas clínicas de pacientes intervenidos quirúrgicamente en nuestro servicio desde enero de 2012 hasta septiembre de 2018 con sospecha de otoesclerosis. RESULTADOS: Se realizaron en total 52 cirugías a 45 pacientes, 40 vía microscópica, 10 vía endoscópica y 2 mixtas, se utilizaron dos modelos de prótesis, Schuknecht - type piston and wire y Stapes-Prothesen. El promedio tonal puro (PTP) por vía aérea prequirúrgico fue de 65 dB, con una diferencia ósea-aérea (gap) promedio de 36 dB. El PTP promedio posquirúrgico fue de 35 dB con gap promedio de 9 dB, logrando en promedio una mejoría de 31 dB en la vía aérea y 27 dB de cierre de gap. El 92% de los pacientes intervenidos lograron mejoría con respecto al gap posoperatorio. CONCLUSIÓN: La estapedostomía es una intervención que si bien no está exenta de complicaciones, ha demostrado ser segura y tener buenos resultados auditivos en la mayoría de los pacientes.

INTRODUCTION: Otosclerosis is a presumable metabolic disease that determines ossicular chain fixation. Stapedotomy with prosthesis installation is the surgery of choice for this pathology at present. AIM: To describe the experience and results of the surgical treatment of patients with otosclerosis in the Hospital del Salvador between 2012 and 2018. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Clinical records were reviewed of patients treated surgically in our department from January 2012 to September 2018 with suspicion of otosclerosis. RESULTS: A total of 52 surgeries were performed in 45 patients, 42 via microscopy and 10 via endoscopy, two models of prostheses were used Schuknecht - type piston and wire y Stapes-Prothesen. The pure tonal average (PTP) by pre-surgical air was 65 dB, with an average air gap (gap) of 36 dB. The average post-surgical PTP was 35 dB with an average gap of 9 db, achieving on average an improvement of 31 dB in the airway and 27 dB of gap closure. 92% of the patients who underwent surgery improved with respect to the postoperative gap. CONCLUSION: The stapedotomy is an intervention that although not free of complications, has been shown to be safe and have good hearing results in most patients.

Medium-term Results Evaluation between Gender-Specific x Conventional Total Knee Arthroplasty Prostheses / Avaliação de resultados a médio prazo entre artroplastia total de joelho com prótese gênero-específica x prótese convencional

Abstract Objective To compare the postoperative functional result of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) with gender-specific prosthesis versus TKA with conventional prosthesis in a 5-year period. Methods Retrospective study with functional evaluation of 30 patients (15 patients from each group) using scores (Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score [KOOS], Western Ontario and McMaster Universities arthritis index [WOMAC], and The Knee Society Clinical Rating System [KSS]) and range of motion (ROM) as methods of assessment. Results The differences found between the score values and ROM were not statistically significant. Conclusion The gender-specific prosthesis presents functional results equal to those of conventional prosthesis after 5 years postoperatively.

Resumo Objetivo Comparar o resultado funcional pós-operatório das artroplastias totais de joelho (ATJs) com próteses gênero-específicas x convencionais no prazo de 5 anos. Métodos Estudo retrospectivo com avaliação funcional de 30 pacientes (15 pacientes de cada grupo) utilizando o preenchimento de escores (Knee Injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score [KOOS], Western Ontario and McMaster Universities arthritis index [WOMAC] e The Knee Society Clinical Rating System [KSS]) e amplitude de movimento (ADM). Resultados A diferença encontrada entre os valores de escores e ADM não foram estatisticamente significantes. Conclusão A prótese gênero-específica apresenta resultados funcionais iguais aos da prótese convencional no prazo de 5 anos de pós-operatorio.

Dental tooth decay profile in an institutionalized elder population of Northern Portugal / Perfil de cárie dentária numa população idosa institucionalizada do Norte de Portugal

Objectives: the purpose of this study was to assess the dental tooth decay profile of an elderly population from Northern Portugal. Material and Methods: this is a descriptive, cross-sectional study where a questionnaire, intended to assess the institutionalized elders oral health condition, was applied with the purpose of quantifying certain oral conditions. Tooth decay was assessed using the DMFT Index for the crown's tooth and the individual radicular caries index (RCIi) for the root's condition assessment. Univariate analysis and multivariable logistical regressions were performed (p < 0.05) using the IBM© SPSS© Statistics vs.19.0. Results: three hundred and seventy-two elderly participants were assessed with an average age of 78.8 years, of which 260 were women (69.9%). Of the sample 30.4% had no literacy and 18.3% were dependent on their daily oral hygiene care, 30.9% (95%CI:26.2%-35.6%) were edentulous and 84.9% (95%CI:81.3%-88.5%) had less than 20 teeth. The average number of teeth was 8.9 (± 8.7) and the DMFT was 25.6 (± 7.3). The RCIi for men was 44.3% (± 30.4%) and 39.4% (± 31.2%) for women. Using multivariate logistical regression model the outcome RCIi≥20% was shown to be significantly and positively associated with the use of removable partial dentures (metal partial dentures: OR = 5.348 (95% CI: 1.176-24,329; p = 0.030) as well as with daily tooth brushing (no toothbrushing: OR = 2.802 (95% CI: 1.445-5.433); p = 0.002). Conclusion: the prevalence of tooth decay in this elder institutionalized population of Northern Portugal is high, mostly due to bad oral hygiene habits associated to the use of metal removable partial dentures. Institutionalized elderly need protocols tailored to their oral health needs and integrated efforts in the institutions are needed to effectively answer the demands related to the elderly cognitive and motor skills (ageing deterioration) decline of physiological functions.(AU)

Objetivos: O objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar o perfil de cárie dentária numa população idosa do norte de Portugal. Material e Métodos: Trata-se de um estudo descritivo, transversal, onde foi aplicado um questionário destinado a avaliar a condição de saúde oral dos idosos institucionalizados, com o objetivo de quantificar determinadas condições orais. A cárie dentária foi avaliada usando o índice CPOD para a coroa do dente e o índice de cárie radicular individual (IRCi) para a avaliação da condição da raiz. Foi realizada análise univariada e regressão logística multivariável (p <0,05) usando o IBM© SPSS© Statistics vs.19.0. Resultados: avaliaram-se 372 idosos, com idade média de 78,8 anos, dos quais 260 eram mulheres (69,9%). Da amostra, 30,4% não tinham escolaridade e 18,3% dependiam de outros para realizar os seus cuidados diários de higiene oral; 30,9% (IC95%: 26,2%-35,6%) eram desdentados e 84,9% (IC95%: 81,3%-88,5%) tinham menos de 20 dentes. O número médio de dentes foi de 8,9 (± 8,7) e o CPOD foi de 25,6 (± 7,3). O ICRi para o género masculino foi de 44,3% (± 30,4%) e de 39,4% (± 31,2%) para o feminino. Usando o modelo de regressão logística multivariada, o resultado ICRi≥20% mostrou-se significativa e positivamente associado ao uso de próteses parciais removíveis (próteses parciais esqueléticas: OR= 5,348 (IC95%: 1,176-24,329; p = 0,030), bem como com escovagem diária (sem escovagem: OR= 2,802 (IC95%: 1,445-5,433); p = 0,002). Conclusão: a prevalência de cárie dentária nesta população idosa institucionalizada do Norte de Portugal é alta, principalmente devido à má higiene oral e hábitos associados ao uso de próteses parciais removíveis esqueléticas. Idosos institucionalizados precisam de protocolos adaptados às suas necessidades de saúde oral e esforços integrados nas instituições para atender efetivamente às necessidades relacionadas com o declínio das funções fisiológicas do idoso, cognitivas e motoras (deterioração do envelhecimento). (AU)

Cuidado y conservación de prótesis acrílicas en pacientes geriátricos de la Clínica Estomatológica Puentes Grandes / Care and conservation of acrylic prostheses in geriatric patients of Puentes Grandes Stomatological Clinic

Estudio descriptivo de corte transversal en 150 pacientes geriátricos portadores de prótesis, los que fueron atendidos en la Clínica Estomatológica Puentes Grandes, durante el período comprendido entre enero de 2016 y junio de 2018; con el propósito de caracterizar el cumplimiento de principios biomecánicos, cuidado y conservación de la prótesis acrílica en la población mencionada. El análisis de los datos se realizó mediante pruebas estadísticas del nivel descriptivo (frecuencias relativas y absolutas) y la del nivel inferencial chi cuadrado de independencia; lo que se facilitó al organizarlos en una base de datos de Microsoft Excel. Predominaron las representantes del sexo femenino (66 %) y los del grupo de edad comprendido entre 60 y 74 años (65,3 %); además de la categoría regular (53,3%) en cuanto al cuidado y conservación de la prótesis. De acuerdo a los resultados del GOHAI, preponderó la calidad de vida oral moderada; lo que se asoció significativamente con el sexo y la edad. Palabras clave: prótesis dental, paciente, anciano, calidad de vida.

Descriptive cross-sectional study in 150 geriatric patients with prostheses who were treated at Puentes Grandes Stomatological Clinic during the period from January 2016 to June 2018. This study aimed to characterize compliance with biomechanical principles, care and conservation of the acrylic prosthesis in the mentioned population. The analysis of the data was carried out by means of statistical tests of the descriptive level (relative and absolute frequencies) and the inferential level chi-square of independence, which what was facilitated when organizing them in a Microsoft Excel database. The female representatives (66%) and those of the age group between 60 and 74 years (65.3%) predominated. In addition to the regular category (53.3%) regarding the care and preservation of the prosthesis. According to the results of GOHAI, the moderate quality of oral life prevailed, which was significantly associated with sex and age.

Manejo de un aneurisma infeccioso / Treatment of infected aneurysm

Resumen Introducción: Los aneurismas infecciosos constituyen una patología poco frecuente y se caracterizan por presentar infección de la pared del vaso implicado. El mejor tratamiento no está definitivamente establecido. Objetivo: Describir un caso de aneurisma infeccioso con manejo endovascular. Caso clínico: Presentamos un paciente de sexo masculino de 75 años que ingresa por cuadro compatible con abdomen agudo y que en el posoperatorio se pesquisa un aneurisma infeccioso del tronco celíaco, el cual se trata mediante una endoprótesis y manejo antibiótico. Discusión: El manejo tradicional del aneurisma infeccioso es la cirugía abierta que incluye la extirpación o exclusión del aneurisma y de su tejido perivascular infectado, pero conlleva gran morbimortalidad. Conclusión: El aneurisma infeccioso puede ser manejado de forma mínimamente invasiva con técnica endovascular, con baja morbilidad inmediata, pero con resultados a largo plazo aun no concluyentes.

Introduction: Infectious aneurysms are a rare disease and are characterized by infection of the involved vessel wall. The best treatment is definitely not established. Aim: To describe a case of infectious aneurysm with endovascular management. Case report: We present a 75-year-old male patient admitted to a table compatible with acute abdomen and that an infectious aneurysm of the celiac trunk is investigated in the postoperative period, treated with an endoprosthesis and antibiotic management. Discussion: The traditional management of the infectious aneurysm is open surgery that includes the removal or exclusion of the aneurysm and its infected perivascular tissue, but it leads to great morbidity and mortality. Conclusion: The infectious aneurysm can be managed minimally invasively with endovascular technique, with immediate low morbidity, but with long-term results that are still inconclusive.

Tratamiento de la estenosis traqueobronquial con prótesis: factores de buena respuesta / Treatment of tracheobronchial stenosis with stents: good response factors

OBJETIVO: Determinar predictores de buena respuesta con el uso de prótesis en la estenosis traqueobronquial. MATERIALES Y MÉTODO: Estudio retrospectivo descriptivo de una serie de casos entre junio de 2014 y junio de 2016. Se revisaron registros clínicos, protocolos operatorios, estudios histopatológicos y de imagen. Se consignaron antecedentes demográficos y clínicos al ingreso y luego del procedimiento, etiología de la estenosis traqueal, necesidad de oxígeno en litros, estadía hospitalaria, morbilidad asociada al procedimiento, indicación de terapia complementaria posterior y sobrevida. Se analizaron los datos con estadística descriptiva y analítica. RESULTADOS: Se realizaron 68 procedimientos, en 44 pacientes, 24 mujeres, el diagnóstico principal fue estenosis traqueal con 40 casos. La etiología neoplásica fue el 88% de los casos. El Performance status (PS) de ingreso fue mayor o igual a 2 en el 68% y posterior al procedimiento disminuyó a 22% p < 0,05. En 36 casos los pacientes requerían al menos 1 L de oxígeno lo que disminuyó en 13 casos posterior a la intervención p < 0,05. El tiempo de hospitalización promedio fue 6,2 días (1-60). En 13 pacientes con patología neoplásica se indicó terapia paliativa complementaria. La morbilidad asociada al procedimiento fue de 2,9% dado por prótesis desplazada y lesión iatrogénica. La sobrevida fue de 27% a un año. CONCLUSIONES: La etiología benigna, el PS previo a la intervención menor o igual a 3, requerimiento de oxígeno de 1 litro y obstrucción tumoral menor al 70% del lumen fueron elementos de buena respuesta.

AIM: Determine good response predictors in use of stent in benign and malignant tracheobronchial stenosis. MATERIAL AND METHODS: We retrospectively reviewed medical records of patients submitted to the procedure in the period 2014 to 2016. Clinical records, operative protocols, and histopathological and imaging studies were reviewed. Demographic and clinical data, performance status (PS) at admission and after the procedure, etiology of tracheal stenosis, need for oxygen in liters (L) Post-intervention, hospital stay, procedure-related morbidity, indication of therapy (Chemotherapy and/or Radiotherapy) and survival. Data were analyzed with descriptive and analytics statistics. RESULTS: A total of 68 procedures were performed in 44 patients, 24 women. Tracheal stenosis 40 cases were diagnosed. The malignant etiology was 88%. The admission PS was greater than or equal to 2 in 68% and 22% after the procedure. The oxygen requirements prior to the procedure were at least 1 L in 36 cases and decreased in 13 cases after the procedure. The average hospitalization period was 6.2 days (1-60). Complementary therapy was indicated in 13 patients; the morbidity associated with the procedure was 2.9%, displaced installation and iatrogenic injury. The one year survival was 27%. CONCLUSIONS: Benign etiology, el PS minor than or equal to 3, oxygen requirements prior to the procedure of 1 L and tumoral obstruction less than 75% were good response predictors in our study.

Qualidade de vida e resultado estético após mastectomia e reconstrução mamária / Quality of life and aesthetic results after mastectomy and mammary reconstruction

Introdução: Em decorrência do aumento na incidência de câncer de mama, a procura pela reconstrução mamária vem crescendo, juntamente com a preocupação em relação à satisfação e à qualidade de vida das pacientes. Mastectomia pode ser vivenciada de modo traumático, sendo considerada mutilação, afetando autoestima e estabilidade emocional. O questionário BREAST-Q® foi validado internacionalmente e formulado para avaliação pré e pós-operatória da qualidade de vida relacionada à reconstrução mamária. O objetivo do estudo é avaliar a qualidade de vida e satisfação com o resultado estético das pacientes submetidas à reconstrução mamária com implantes, comparando o período anterior com o período posterior à reconstrução mamária. Métodos: Realizado estudo observacional longitudinal retrospectivo por meio da revisão de prontuários de pacientes submetidas à reconstrução mamária com uso de implantes de silicone ou de expansor de tecido no período de janeiro de 2014 a dezembro de 2016, associado a estudo transversal por meio da aplicação do questionário Breast-Q® e avaliação do resultado estético após análise fotográfica pré e pós-operatória. Resultados: Foram selecionadas 74 pacientes que foram submetidas à reconstrução mamária com implantes (79,7% com prótese de silicone e 20,3% com expansor); 95,94% das reconstruções foram imediatas e não houve predomínio quanto à lateralidade. Obtivemos significância estatística tanto no domínio satisfação com a mama quanto no domínio bem-estar físico. A maioria dos casos foram considerados satisfatórios pelo avaliador externo. Conclusão: A qualidade de vida das pacientes no período posterior à reconstrução mamária com implantes mamários é superior em relação ao período anterior ao procedimento cirúrgico.

Introduction: Due to the increased incidence of breast cancer, the demand for breast reconstruction has been increasing, along with concerns regarding the satisfaction and quality of life of the patients. Mastectomy can be a traumatic experience, especially when it is perceived as a mutilation, which can impact self-esteem and emotional stability. The BREAST-Q® questionnaire was internationally validated and formulated for the pre- and postoperative assessment of quality of life related to breast reconstruction. This study aimed to evaluate quality of life and aesthetic result satisfaction in patients who underwent breast reconstruction with implants by comparing the period after breast reconstruction with the period before. Method: A retrospective longitudinal observational study was carried out by reviewing the charts of patients who underwent breast reconstruction using silicone or tissue expander implants from January 2014 to December 2016, in association with a cross-sectional study of the Breast-Q® questionnaire and an evaluation of aesthetic results based on photographic analysis before and after surgery. Results: We selected 74 patients who underwent breast reconstruction with implants (79.7% with silicone prostheses and 20.3% with expanders); 95.94% of the reconstructions were immediate, and no particular laterality predominated. We obtained statistical significance in the domains of both breast satisfaction and physical well-being. Most cases were considered satisfactory by the external evaluator. Conclusion: The patients' quality of life in the period after breast reconstruction with breast implants was superior to that in the period prior to the procedure.

Tratamento endovascular da doença de Behçet: relato de caso / Endovascular treatment for Behçet's disease: a case report

A doença de Behçet (DB) é uma vasculite multissistêmica de etiologia desconhecida. O acometimento cardiovascular é bem descrito na literatura, sendo que a principal causa de morte na DB é secundária a complicações aneurismáticas. Relata-se aqui o caso de um paciente portador de DB com aneurisma de aorta abdominal reincidente, o qual foi corrigido por meio de endoprótese customizada. O tratamento ideal para portadores de DB ainda é bastante controverso e desafiador, tendo em vista as dificuldades técnicas e as recidivas frequentes. A intervenção endovascular apresenta-se como uma alternativa viável e consideravelmente menos mórbida do que a cirurgia convencional

Behçet's disease (BD) is a multisystemic vasculitis of unknown etiology. Cardiovascular involvement has been thoroughly described in the literature and the major cause of death in BD is secondary to aneurysm complications. In this case report, a patient with BD presented with a recurrent abdominal aortic aneurysm, which was corrected using a custom-made endoprosthesis. The optimal treatment for patients with BD remains highly controversial and challenging because of technical difficulties and frequent recurrence. Endovascular intervention seems to be a feasible alternative with considerably less morbidity than conventional surgery

Mortality and survival in aortic arch surgeries with preservation of supra-aortic vessels: thirteen years of experience / Mortalidade e sobrevida em cirurgias do arco aórtico com preservação de vasos supra-aórticos: treze anos de experiência

Background: The aortic arch diseases exhibit high morbidity and mortality rates. Some surgical strategies recommend partial preservation of the aortic arch and the supra-aortic vessels, but the immediate and mediumterm mortality rates of patients undergoing this surgical strategy is uncertain. Objectives: To compare overall mortality and mid- term survival curve of patients undergoing surgical strategy of partial preservation of the aortic arch and supra-aortic vessels (group A) compared to conventional strategies of the aortic arch approach (group B); to assess cardiovascular mortality over time. Methods: Descriptive and retrospective study of the medical records of patients undergoing aortic arch repair surgery between February 2000 and July 2013. We analyzed 111 patients, 29 in group A and 82 in group B. The overall survival and survival from cardiovascular events were assessed by Kaplan-Meier test. Results: In- hospital mortality from any cause was 31% in group A and 29.3% in group B. At 1 year, 2 year, and 5 year general survival was similar between the groups. In-hospital, 2 years and 5 years mortality from cardiovascular causes was 13.8%, 14.8%, e 22.7% in group A and 26.8%, 34.6% e 50.9% in group B. The difference between the groups in 5 years showed statistical significance (p = 0.0234). Survival from cardiovascular causes in 2 years and 5 years was 85.2% and 77,3% in group A and 65.4% and 49,1% in group B. Occurrence of urgent and emergency procedures were greater in group A, but without statistical significance. Conclusions: There was no difference in all-cause mortality over time between the groups. Group A showed lower cardiovascular mortality at 5 years than group B

Evolução no tratamento dos aneurismas da aorta torácica / Evolution and treatment of throracic aortic aneurysms

Os autores realizam uma revisão, de característica didática, das aortopatias, focalizando o histórico, o desenvolvimento do tratamento e os aspectos atuais de abordagem, utilizando a alta tecnologia das salas híbridas. Nos últimos anos, graças ao desenvolvimento das técnicas endovasculares, ocorreu uma verdadeira revolução no tratamento, especialmente para as patologias da aorta descendente, em que procedimentos eficientes foram aplicados com acentuada redução da morbimortalidade. A utilização de salas híbridas e tecnologia de moldes 3D, permitindo endoprótese customizadas, constituem-se em avanços significativos a serem utilizados nos próximos anos e que mudarão os paradigmas de uma subespecialidade

The authors performed a didactic review of aortic diseases, focusing on the historical aspects, the development of treatment, and aspects of the current approach using the latest technology of hybrid surgical rooms. In recent years, thanks to the development of endovascular techniques, there has been a real treatment revolution, especially for diseases of the descending aorta, with the application of efficient procedures, resulting in a significant reduction in morbidity and mortality. The use of hybrid technology rooms and computer 3-D reconstruction technology, enabling customized endoprostheses, are significant advances to be used in the coming years, and that will change the paradigms of a sub-specialty.

Relato de caso sobre comunicação interventricular pós-infarto agudo do miocárdio / Case report on acute postinfarction myocardial interventricular septal rupture

O presente artigo relata dois casos de pacientes, os quais foram admitidos na emergência do Instituto de Moléstias Cardiovasculares (IMC) com dor tipicamente anginosa, caracterizada como dor retroesternal em aperto, com irradiação para a face medial do braço esquerdo e relacionada ao esforço, com melhora no repouso. No exame físico, apresentavam taquicardia e sudorese. O eletrocardiograma evidenciou sinais de isquemia miocárdica em ambos os pacientes. Após as medidas iniciais serem tomadas, um dos pacientes foi submetido à terapia trombolítica e o outro à angioplastia para implantação de stent . Mais tarde, foi identificada a comunicação interventricular (CIV), seguido da necessidade de correção cirúrgica da mesma. Ambos os pacientes evoluíram bem, apesar da alta taxa de mortalidade desta condição

This paper reports two cases of patients who were admitted to the emergency room of the Instituto de Moléstias Cardiovasculares (IMC) with typically anginal pain, characterized by tight retrosternal pain radiating to the inside left arm, related to stress and improving with rest. Physical examination showed tachycardia and excessive sweating. Electrocardiogram showed signs of myocardial ischemia in both patients. After the initial measures were taken, one of the patients received thrombolytic therapy, and the other angioplasty for stent implantation. Later, interventricular septum rupture (IVSR) was identified, followed by the need for surgery to correct it. Both patients recovered well, despite the high mortality rate of this condition

Simetrização com implantes submusculares na busca de resultados duradouros em reconstruções mamárias / Symmetrization using submuscular implants to achieve lasting results in breast reconstruction

Introdução: Nas reconstruções de mama com implante é incomum a ptose no decorrer do tempo, fato não observado nas mamoplastias de simetrização, principalmente sem implantes, ocasionando precocemente a recidiva da assimetria mamária. O objetivo desse trabalho foi demonstrar a mamoplastia de simetrização contralateral com uso de implantes submusculares e os resultados alcançados. Métodos: No período de 2 anos foram estudados, retrospectivamente, 18 casos de mamoplastia de simetrização com implante submuscular. Resultados: A comorbidade mais encontrada foi a obesidade, com p = 0,007. As pacientes obesas tiveram maior volume de tecido mamário ressecado, com p = 0,0013. O acompanhamento médio foi de 13 meses. A taxa de reoperação foi de 5,5% (1 caso) devido à pseudoptose. Não houve infecção dos implantes. As complicações encontradas foram: necrose parcial do complexo areolopapilar em 1 caso, deiscência superficial de ferida em 1 caso, seroma em 3 casos e dor moderada em 3 casos. Conclusão: A mamoplastia de simetrização contralateral com uso de implantes submusculares, associada ao adequado esvaziamento do tecido mamário, proporcionou resultados duradouros com baixo índice de complicações, minimizando as sequelas decorrentes da mastectomia.

Introduction: In breast reconstruction with implants, ptosis is uncommon over time, in contrast to symmetrization mammoplasty without implants, which causes premature recurrence of breast asymmetry. The objective of this study was to describe the procedure and results of contralateral symmetrization mammoplasty with the use of submuscular implants. Methods: A total of 18 cases of symmetrization mammoplasty with submuscular implants performed over a 2-year period were retrospectively studied. Results: The most common comorbidity was obesity (p = 0.007). Obese patients had a higher volume of resected breast tissue (p = 0.0013). The mean follow-up was 13 months. The reoperation rate was 5.5% (1 case) for pseudoptosis. There were no implant infections. Complications included partial necrosis of the nipple-areola complex in 1 case, superficial wound dehiscence in 1 case, seroma in 3 cases, and moderate pain in 3 cases. Conclusion: Contralateral symmetrization mammoplasty with submuscular implants, associated with adequate emptying of breast tissue, provided long-lasting results with a low rate of complications, minimizing the sequelae of mastectomy.

Diagnóstico clínico de pacientes con estomatitis subprótesis portadores de aparatología protésica / Clinical diagnosis of patients with subprosthesis stomatitis bearers of prosthetic aparatology

Se efectuó un estudio descriptivo y transversal de 75 pacientes con estomatitis subprótesis de la mucosa del paladar duro portadores de aparatología protésica removible, atendidos en la consulta estomatológica del Policlínico de Especialidades del Hospital Provincial Clinicoquirúrgico Docente Saturnino Lora Torres de Santiago de Cuba, desde noviembre de 2014 hasta igual mes de 2015, a fin de caracterizarles desde el punto de vista clínico. En la casuística prevalecieron el sexo femenino, el grupo etario de 60 años y más, así como la ausencia de sintomatología. La estomatitis grado I resultó la más frecuente; mientras que la prótesis desajustada, el tiempo de uso continuo y el hábito de no retirar la prótesis fueron los principales factores predisponentes en la aparición de esta enfermedad. De ahí la importancia de realizar acciones educativas que permitan disminuir la presencia de dicha afección

A descriptive and cross-sectional study of 75 patients with stomatitis subprosthesis of the hard palate mucus bearers of removable prosthetic aparatology, assisted in the stomatological service of the Specialties Polyclinic in Saturnino Lora Torres Teaching Clinical Surgical Provincial Hospital from Santiago de Cuba, was carried out from November, 2014 to the same month in 2015, in order to characterized them from the clinical point of view. In the case material there was a prevalence of the female sex, the 60 years and over age group, as well as the absence of symptomatology. Grade I estomatitis was the most frequent; while loosened prosthesis, the time of continuous use and the habit of not removing away the prosthesis were the main predisposing factors in the emergence of this disease. Reason why it is important to carry out educational actions that allow to diminish the presence of this disorder