Trauma abdominal en pacientes del Hospital Universitario General Calixto García / Abdominal Trauma in patients at Hospital Universitario General Calixto García

Introducción: El trauma abdominal se considera un problema de salud significativo, debido a que su cinemática ocasiona lesiones tanto anatómicas como funcionales de los órganos del abdomen. Objetivo: Caracterizar el trauma abdominal en un grupo de pacientes lesionados del Hospital Universitario General Calixto García. Métodos: Se realizó un estudio observacional, descriptivo, prospectivo, de corte transversal en los pacientes con trauma abdominal atendidos en el Servicio de Cirugía General desde enero de 2017 hasta diciembre de 2019. La muestra fue de 879 pacientes. Resultados: Existió un mayor número de pacientes con trauma abdominal en el grupo etario de 19-29 años, con una prevalencia del sexo masculino. Predominaron los accidentes de tránsito como la principal causa de trauma abdominal con el 52 por ciento. Prevalecieron las lesiones sobre órganos macizos, con mayor frecuencia en el hígado con un 33 por ciento. El tratamiento que con mayor asiduidad se empleó fue el quirúrgico, lo que representa el 83 por ciento con respecto al manejo conservador. Conclusiones: Por su ubicación y funcionalidad, las lesiones asociadas a trauma abdominal se convierten en un factor que representa gran riesgo para la vida del paciente. Los accidentes de tránsito continúan estando dentro de las primeras causas de trauma abdominal. Aunque la conducta conservadora ha ganado adeptos, existe un predominio en el tratamiento quirúrgico apoyado fundamentalmente en la sintomatología de los pacientes y en los medios diagnósticos(AU)

Introduction: Abdominal trauma is considered a significant health problem due to the fact that its kinematics causes both anatomical and functional injuries to the abdominal organs. Objective: To characterize abdominal trauma in a group of injured patients from Hospital Universitario General Calixto García. Methods: An observational, descriptive, prospective and cross-sectional study was conducted in patients with abdominal trauma attended at the general surgery service from January 2017 to December 2019. The sample was 879 patients. Results: There was a higher number of patients with abdominal trauma within the age group 19-29 years, with a prevalence of the male sex. Road traffic accidents predominated as the main cause of abdominal trauma, accounting for 52 percent. Injuries to solid organs prevailed, most frequently to the liver, accounting for 33 percent. The most frequently used treatment was surgical, which represents 83 percent with reference to conservative management. Conclusions: Due to their location and functionality, injuries associated with abdominal trauma become a factor that represents a great risk for the patient's life. Road traffic accidents continue to be among the first causes of abdominal trauma. Although the conservative approach has gained followers, there is a predominance of surgical treatment supported mainly by the patients' symptomatology and diagnostic means(AU)

Tratamiento quirúrgico del nódulo de tiroides en el Hospital Universitario "General Calixto García" / Surgical Treatment of Thyroid Nodule in Hospital Universitario "General Calixto García"

Introducción: El nódulo tiroideo es un concepto clínico que puede definirse como el aumento de volumen circunscrito en la glándula tiroides que puede ser único o múltiple y de diversas etiologías. Una controversia actual constituye la selección del tratamiento quirúrgico adecuado en pacientes portadores de carcinoma diferenciado del tiroides en etapas tempranas. La importancia de la edad, el grado histológico del tumor, la extensión de la enfermedad y el tamaño del tumor, brindan una información pronóstica de gran utilidad. Objetivo: Caracterizar el tratamiento quirúrgico del nódulo de tiroides y su relación con un índice pronóstico. Métodos: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo, de corte longitudinal, prospectivo, en el Servicio de Cirugía General del Hospital Universitario "General Calixto García", con los pacientes atendidos y operados de nódulo de tiroides, desde noviembre de 2012 hasta diciembre de 2015. La muestra fue de 114 pacientes. Resultados: Prevalecieron los nódulos de tiroides en el sexo femenino, fue el grupo etario de 40 - 49 años en el que existió mayor número de pacientes. Predominaron las lesiones benignas con un 60 por ciento. La intervención quirúrgica que se realizó con mayor frecuencia fue la hemitiroidectomía, o sea, cirugía conservadora, aunque existió discrepancia en el empleo de la técnica quirúrgica en los pacientes con carcinoma bien diferenciado que tuvieron un índice de bajo riesgo. Conclusiones: Las afecciones benignas mantienen su mayor frecuencia en el tiroides. Existen contradicciones en el momento de elegir una técnica quirúrgica en los pacientes de bajo riesgo, donde se opta por la radicalidad, en la que existe mayor número de complicaciones(AU)

Introduction: Thyroid nodule is a clinical concept that can be defined as volume increase circumscribed in the thyroid gland and that can be single or multiple, as well as of various etiologies. A current controversy is the selection of the appropriate surgical treatment in patients with early-stage differentiated thyroid carcinoma. The importance of age, histologic tumor grade, disease extent and tumor size provide useful prognostic information. Objective: To characterize the surgical treatment of the thyroid nodule and its relationship with a prognostic index. Methods: A descriptive, longitudinal, prospective study was carried out in the general surgery service of Hospital Universitario "General Calixto García" with patients treated and operated on for thyroid nodules, from November 2012 to December 2015. The sample consisted of 114 patients. Results: Thyroid nodules prevailed in the female sex, and the age group of 40-49 years old had the highest number of patients. Benign lesions predominated, accounting for 60 percent. The most frequently performed surgical intervention was Hemithyroidectomy -that is, conservative surgery-, although there was disagreement regarding the use of the surgical technique in patients with well-differentiated carcinoma and a low risk index. Conclusions: Benign conditions maintain the highest frequency in the thyroid. There are contradictions at the moment of choosing a surgical technique for low-risk patients, for whom radicality is chosen, in which case there is a greater number of complications(AU)

Pancreatitis crónica: análisis de factores de progresión de la enfermedad / Chronic pancreatitis: analysis of disease progression factors

BACKGROUND: Alcohol and tobacco are important risk factors for chronic pancreatitis (CP). AIM: To analyze the effect of etiological factors such as tobacco and alcohol and pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) in the progression of CP. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Patients with a diagnosis of CP were recruited and grouped according to variables such as tobacco, alcohol and PERT. They were followed for 18 months. Subsequently, different variables and analytical parameters involved in the progression of the disease were analyzed. RESULTS: A total of 50 patients diagnosed with CP were included. Of these, 28 patients underwent PERT, 39 were smokers and 33 were alcohol users. Compared with patients without PERT, those with PERT had a higher proportion of diabetes (64 and 32%, respectively), had a higher need for endoscopic treatment (25 and 0%, respectively) and a normal body mass index (71 and 27.3%, respectively. The smokers had higher calcium levels and increased lymphocytosis and leukocytosis. The alcohol consumption group had a higher mean age (p = 0.04) CONCLUSIONS: PERT may improve the nutritional status but does not reduce the need for endoscopic or surgical treatment. Smoking and alcohol consumption favored the progression of CP. Also, smoking induced a pro-inflammatory state.

Openreuma consensus on the role of nursing in the care of patients with rheumatoid arthritis and diffuse interstitial lung disease / Consenso de Openreuma sobre el papel de la enfermería en el cuidado de pacientes con artritis reumatoide y enfermedad pulmonar intersticial difusa / Consenso Openreuma sobre o papel da enfermagem no cuidado de pacientes com artrite reumatoide e doença pulmonar intersticial difusa

Objective.To develop practical recommendations, based on the best available evidence and experience, on the nursing management of patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and interstitial lung disease (ILD). Methods. The usual consensus methodology was used, with a nominal group, systematic reviews (SRs), and Delphi survey. The expert panel, consisting of rheumatology nurses, rheumatologists, a psychologist, a physiotherapist, and a patient, defined the scope, the users, the topics on which to explore the evidence and on which to issue recommendations. Results.Three PICO questions evaluated the efficacy and safety of pulmonary rehabilitation and non-pharmacological measures for the treatment of chronic cough and gastroesophageal reflux by means of SR of the literature. With the results of the reviews, 15 recommendations were established for which the degree of agreement was obtained with a Delphi survey. Three recommendations were rejected in the second round. The 12 recommendations were in patient assessment (n=4); patient education (n=4); and risk management (n=4). Only one recommendation was based on available evidence, while the remaining were based on expert opinion. The degree of agreement ranged from 77% to 100%. Conclusion.This document presents a series of recommendations with the aim of improving the prognosis and quality of life of patients with RA-ILD. Nursing knowledge and implementation of these recommendations can improve the follow-up and prognosis of patients with RA who present with ILD.

Objetivo.Desarrollar recomendaciones prácticas, basadas en la mejor evidencia y experiencia disponible, sobre el manejo de enfermería de los pacientes con artritis reumatoide (AR) y enfermedad pulmonar intersticial (EPI). Métodos. Se utilizó la metodología de consenso en la que un panel de expertos (formado por enfermeras de reumatología, reumatólogos, una psicóloga, una fisioterapeuta y una paciente) definió el ámbito, los usuarios, los temas sobre los que explorar la evidencia y sobre los que emitir recomendaciones. Tres preguntas PICO evaluaron la eficacia y seguridad de la rehabilitación pulmonar y las medidas no farmacológicas para el tratamiento de la tos crónica y el reflujo gastroesofágico mediante la búsqueda de revisiones sistemáticas, excluyendo aquellas cuya calidad era baja, muy baja o críticamente baja, según la herramienta AMSTAR-2. Posteriormente, se hizo una reunión para la formulación de recomendaciones que se presentaron con un resumen de la evidencia a la encuesta Delphi. Resultados.Con los resultados de las revisiones se establecieron 15 recomendaciones cuyo grado de acuerdo osciló entre el 77% y el 100% en la una encuesta Delphi. Tres recomendaciones fueron rechazadas en la segunda ronda: una por la evidencia disponible y los dos restantes se basaron en la opinión de expertos. Las 12 recomendaciones restantes aprobadas se referían a la evaluación del paciente (n=4), a la educación del paciente (n=4) y a la gestión del riesgo (n=4). Conclusión. El conocimiento del consenso Openreumapor parte de enfermería y la aplicación sus 12 recomendaciones basadas en la mejor evidencia y experiencia puede mejorar el seguimiento y el pronóstico de los pacientes con AR que presentan EPI.

Objetivo.Desenvolver recomendações práticas, baseadas na melhor evidência e experiência disponíveis, sobre o manejo de enfermagem de pacientes com artrite reumatoide (AR) e doença pulmonar intersticial (DPI). Métodos.Foi utilizada a metodologia de consenso, com grupo nominal, revisões sistemáticas e levantamento Delphi. O painel de especialistas, formado por enfermeiros reumatologistas, reumatologistas, psicólogo, fisioterapeuta e paciente, definiu o escopo, os usuários, os tópicos sobre os quais explorar as evidências e sobre os quais emitir recomendações. Três questões do PICO avaliaram a eficácia e segurança da reabilitação pulmonar e medidas não farmacológicas para o tratamento da tosse crônica e refluxo gastroesofágico por meio de RS. Aqueles cuja qualidade era baixa, muito baixa ou criticamente baixa, de acordo com a ferramenta AMSTAR-2, foram excluídos. Posteriormente, realizou-se uma reunião para formular recomendações que foram apresentadas com um resumo das evidências ao inquérito Delphi. Resultados. Com os resultados das revisões, foram estabelecidas 15 recomendações cujo grau de concordância entre 77% e 100% foi obtido com uma pesquisa Delphi. Três recomendações foram rejeitadas na segunda rodada. As 12 recomendações referiam-se à avaliação do paciente (n=4); à educação do paciente (n=4); e ao gerenciamento de risco (n=4). Apenas uma recomendação foi baseada nas evidências disponíveis, enquanto as demais foram baseadas na opinião de especialistas. Conclusão. Este documento apresenta uma série de recomendações com o objetivo de melhorar o prognóstico e a qualidade de vida dos pacientes com AR-ILD. O conhecimento da enfermagem e a aplicação dessas recomendações podem melhorar o acompanhamento e o prognóstico de pacientes com AR com DPI.

Enfoque terapéutico en el trauma penetrante de esófago cervical / Therapeutic Approach in the Penetrating Cervical Esophageal Trauma

Introducción: Las perforaciones del esófago cervical por traumas externos son lesiones raras asociadas con una morbilidad significativa. Los mecanismos primarios son los traumatismos penetrantes por heridas de bala, cerca del 80 por ciento de los casos, seguidas de las heridas con armas cortopunzantes en el 15 al 20 por ciento. Objetivo: Describir los criterios actuales sobre la conducta y enfoque terapéutico ante el trauma penetrante de esófago cervical. Métodos: Se realizó revisión descriptiva narrativa, de fuentes primarias y secundarias que abordaron el tema durante el primer semestre del año 2021. Los criterios de selección de los artículos a examinar fueron determinados, entre otros, por el objetivo de la actual revisión. Desarrollo: El estándar diagnóstico para estas lesiones, en ausencia de inestabilidad hemodinámica, se basó en estudios como el esofagograma, la endoscopia y la tomografía. La reparación primaria con o sin reforzamiento fue la opción más utilizada, aunque las condiciones locales y tipo de lesión en esófago cervical marcan en gran medida el proceder a realizar. Conclusiones: Las lesiones traumáticas del esófago cervical son raras pero muy mórbidas. El tratamiento depende de la ubicación de la perforación y cualquier lesión concurrente. La mayoría de los casos son susceptibles de reparación primaria con refuerzo de colgajo. Otros principios del tratamiento incluyen el drenaje adecuado alrededor de la reparación, la descompresión del esófago y el estómago (mediante sonda nasogástrica o sonda de gastrostomía) y nutrición enteral distal (yeyunostomía de alimentación). El cirujano ha de ser incisivo en los esfuerzos por descubrir la lesión de forma temprana y manejarla adecuadamente(AU)

Introduction: Cervical esophageal perforations for external trauma are rare injuries associated with a significant morbidity. The primary mechanisms are penetrating trauma for gunshot wounds, accounting for about 80 percent of cases, followed by sharp weapon injuries, accounting for 15 percent to 20 percent. Objective: To describe the current criteria on the behavior and therapeutic approach to cervical esophageal penetrating trauma. Methods: A descriptive narrative review was carried out of primary and secondary sources that addressed the subject during the first semester of the year 2021. The selection criteria of the articles to be examined were determined, among others, by the objective of the current review. Development: The standard diagnosis for these lesions, in the absence of hemodynamic instability, was based on studies such as esophagogram, endoscopy and tomography. Primary repair with or without reinforcement was the most commonly used option, although local conditions and type of lesion in cervical esophagus largely mark the procedure to be performed. Conclusions: Traumatic cervical esophageal injuries are rare but very morbid. Their treatment depends on the location of the perforation and any concurrent injury. Most cases are amenable to primary repair with flap reinforcement. Other principles of treatment include adequate drainage around the repair, decompression of the esophagus and stomach (by nasogastric tube or gastrostomy tube), as well as distal enteral nutrition (feeding jejunostomy). The surgeon must be incisive in efforts to discover the injury early and manage it appropriately(AU)

Low molecular weight heparin is useful in adult COVID-19 inpatients. Experience during the first Spanish wave: observational study

ABSTRACT BACKGROUND: The intensity of the thromboprophylaxis needed as a potential factor for preventing inpatient mortality due to coronavirus disease-19 (COVID-19) remains unclear. OBJECTIVE: To explore the association between anticoagulation intensity and COVID-19 survival. DESIGN AND SETTING: Retrospective observational study in a tertiary-level hospital in Spain. METHODS: Low-molecular-weight heparin (LMWH) status was ascertained based on prescription at admission. To control for immortal time bias, anticoagulant use was analyzed as a time-dependent variable. RESULTS: 690 patients were included (median age, 72 years). LMWH was administered to 615 patients, starting from hospital admission (89.1%). 410 (66.7%) received prophylactic-dose LMWH; 120 (19.5%), therapeutic-dose LMWH; and another 85 (13.8%) who presented respiratory failure, high D-dimer levels (> 3 mg/l) and non-worsening of inflammation markers received prophylaxis of intermediate-dose LMWH. The overall inpatient-mortality rate was 38.5%. The anticoagulant nonuser group presented higher mortality risk than each of the following groups: any LMWH users (HR 2.1; 95% CI: 1.40-3.15); the prophylactic-dose heparin group (HR 2.39; 95% CI, 1.57-3.64); and the users of heparin dose according to biomarkers (HR 6.52; 95% CI, 2.95-14.41). 3.4% of the patients experienced major hemorrhage. 2.8% of the patients developed an episode of thromboembolism. CONCLUSIONS: This observational study showed that LMWH administered at the time of admission was associated with lower mortality among unselected adult COVID-19 inpatients. The magnitude of the benefit may have been greatest for the intermediate-dose subgroup. Randomized controlled trials to assess the benefit of heparin within different therapeutic regimes for COVID-19 patients are required.

HIPERTENSÃO E DIABETES: CONCEITOS ATUAIS NA TERAPÊUTICA / HYPERTENSION AND DIABETES: CURRENT CONCEPTS IN THERAPEUTICS

Diabetes mellitus tipo 2 (DM) cursa com alta prevalência na população, acometendo cerca de 9,3% da população mundial (463 milhões de indivíduos). Devido ao crescimento dos casos e envelhecimento populacional, estima-se que o número de diabéticos será superior a 628 milhões em 2045. Dados de 2013 estimam que 6,2% da população brasileira acima dos 18 anos de idade tenham diabetes. Rápida urbanização, transição epidemiológica, fator nutricional, estilo de vida sedentário, excesso de peso, crescimento e envelhecimento populacional são fatores associados ao aumento da prevalência. Geralmente, ao tempo do diagnóstico do DM, a hipertensão arterial sistêmica (HAS) está presente em 50% dos diabéticos. O artigo discute aspectos relacionados à fisiopatogenia do diabetes e hipertensão, as metas de pressão arterial e as principais abordagens terapêuticas no tratamento da hipertensão arterial no paciente diabético, de acordo com as diretrizes mais recentes

Type 2 Diabetes mellitus presents high prevalence in the population, responding for about 9.3% in the world population (463 million individuals). Due to cases increase and aging, it is estimated that the number of diabetic subjects will be higher than 628 million in 2045. Data of 2013 show that 6,2% of Brazilian population higher 18 years-old have diabetes. Fast urbanization, epidemiological transition, nutritional factor, physical inactivity, overweight, population growth and aging are factors associated to increase of prevalence. Generally, when of diabetes diagnosis, hypertension is present in 50% of diabetic individuals. The article discusses aspects of pathophysiology of hypertension and diabetes, the targets of blood pressure and the principal therapeutic approaches of treatment of hypertension in the diabetic patient, in according to recenter guidelines

Síndrome de Plummer-Vinson / Plummer-Vinson syndrome

Introducción: El síndrome de Plummer-Vinson es una entidad rara caracterizada por la tríada anemia ferropénica, disfagia y membrana esofágica. Descrito en la segunda década del siglo pasado, en la actualidad la mayoría de los datos que se obtienen provienen de presentaciones de casos o pequeñas series de estudios prospectivos. Objetivo: Hacer la revisión de la bibliografía disponible a propósito de un caso portador de síndrome de Plummer-Vinson. Caso clínico: Paciente femenina de 35 años de edad con anemia desde la adolescencia remitida por presentar disfagia de 8 años de evolución. Se realizaron complementarios de laboratorio donde se constata anemia ferropénica y estudio contrastado del tracto digestivo superior que reveló imagen sugestiva de membrana en esófago cervical. Conclusiones: A pesar de su baja frecuencia en la actualidad debemos mantenernos alertas ante la aparición de síntomas sugestivos del síndrome de Plummer-Vinson fundamentalmente en mujeres con cuadros de anemia(AU)

Introduction: Plummer-Vinson syndrome is a rare entity characterized by the triad of iron deficiency anemia, dysphagia and esophageal membrane. Described in the second decade of the last century, today most of the data obtained comes from case presentations or small series of prospective studies. Objective: To review the available bibliography regarding a case with Plummer-Vinson syndrome. Clinical case: 35-year-old female patient with anemia since adolescence, referred to surgery clinic for presenting dysphagia of 8 years of evolution. Additional laboratory tests were carried out where iron deficiency anemia was found. A contrasted study of the upper digestive tract revealed a suggestive image of a membrane in the cervical esophagus. Conclusions: Despite its low frequency we must be alert to the appearance of symptoms suggestive of Plummer-Vinson syndrome, mainly in women with anemia. Its association with esophageal cancer indicates this(AU)

Propuesta de protocolo ERAS en cirugía esofágica / An ERAS Protocol Proposal after Esophageal Surger

La rehabilitación multimodal constituye un conjunto de medidas perioperatorias que sustituye prácticas tradicionales. Su implementación está fundada en criterios de medicina basada en la evidencia. El objetivo del artículo es implementar el protocolo ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) por sus siglas en inglés, en la cirugía esofágica electiva por cáncer. Se tuvo en cuenta como documento base el protocolo ERAS del servicio. Se apoyó en la sistemática revisión de la evidencia. Se amplió la búsqueda bibliográfica en las bases de datos Biblioteca Cochrane Plus (Cochrane Library) y Medline desde el 2000 hasta 2018. Las medidas a aplicar se dividen en 3 bloques: preoperatorio, perioperatorio y postoperatorio. Su conjunto da lugar al documento de consenso que integra todas las medidas. La aplicación de protocolos de rehabilitación multimodal en cirugía esofágica reducirá la morbimortalidad postoperatoria, la estancia y los costes hospitalarios(AU)

Multimodal rehabilitation involves a set of perioperative measures that substitutes traditional practices. Its implementation is founded upon evidence-based medicine criteria. The objective of the article is to implement of the ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) protocol for elective esophageal cancer surgery. The ERAS protocol of the service was taken into account as a base document. It was supported by systematic evidence review. The bibliographic search was broadened in the Cochrane Library and the Medline databases, from 2000 to 2018. The measures to be applied are divided into three blocks: preoperative, perioperative and postoperative. This set gives rise to the consensus document that integrates all the measures. The application of multimodal rehabilitation protocols in esophageal surgery will reduce postoperative morbidity and mortality, hospital stay and costs(AU)

Avaliação do Seguimento de 1 Ano dos Pacientes Incluídos no Registro da Prática Clínica em Pacientes de Alto Risco Cardiovascular (REACT) / Evaluation of 1-Year Follow-up of Patients Included in the Registry of Clinical Practice in Patients at High Cardiovascular Risk (REACT)

Resumo Fundamento Na prática clínica, há evidências de falhas na prescrição de terapias baseadas em evidências para pacientes de alto risco cardiovascular. Entretanto, no Brasil, ainda são insuficientes os dados sobre a evolução ao longo de 1 ano desses pacientes. Objetivos Descrição no acompanhamento de 12 meses da utilização de terapias baseadas em evidência e da ocorrência de desfechos cardiovasculares maiores e seus principais preditores em um registro brasileiro multicêntrico de pacientes de alto risco cardiovascular. Métodos Estudo observacional prospectivo que documentou a prática clínica ambulatorial de indivíduos acima de 45 anos e de alto risco cardiovascular tanto em prevenção primária como secundária. Os pacientes foram seguidos por 1 ano e avaliou-se a prescrição de terapias baseadas em evidência e a ocorrência de eventos cardiovasculares maiores (infarto agudo do miocárdio [IAM], acidente vascular cerebral [AVC], parada cardíaca e mortalidade por causa cardiovascular). Valores de p < 0,05 foram considerados estatisticamente significantes. Resultados De julho de 2010 até agosto de 2014, 5.076 indivíduos foram incluídos em 48 centros, sendo 91% dos 4.975 pacientes elegíveis acompanhados em centros de cardiologia e 68,6% em prevenção secundária. Em 1 ano, o uso concomitante de antiplaquetários, estatinas e inibidores da enzima conversora de angiotensina (IECA) reduziu de 28,3% para 24,2% (valor de p < 0,001). A taxa de eventos cardiovasculares maiores foi de 5,46%, e os preditores identificados foram: idade, pacientes em prevenção secundária e nefropatia diabética. Conclusões Neste grande registro nacional de pacientes de alto risco cardiovascular, foram identificados preditores de risco semelhantes aos registros internacionais, porém a adesão da prescrição médica a terapias baseadas em evidência esteve abaixo dos dados da literatura internacional e apresentou piora significativa em 1 ano. (Arq Bras Cardiol. 2020; [online].ahead print, PP.0-0)

Abstract Background In clinical practice, there is evidence of failure to prescribe evidence-based therapies for patients at high cardiovascular risk. However, in Brazil, data on 1-year outcomes of these patients remain insufficient. Objectives To describe the use of evidence-based therapies and the occurrence of major cardiovascular outcomes and their major predictors in a 12-month follow-up of a Brazilian multicenter registry of patients at high cardiovascular risk. Methods This prospective observational study documented the outpatient clinical practice of managing patients over 45 years of age and of high cardiovascular risk in both primary and secondary prevention. Patients were followed-up for 1 year, and the prescription of evidence-based therapies and the occurrence of major cardiovascular events (myocardial infarction, stroke, cardiac arrest, and cardiovascular death) were assessed. P-values < 0.05 were considered statistically significant. Results From July 2010 to August 2014, a total of 5076 individuals were enrolled in 48 centers, 91% of the 4975 eligible patients were followed-up in cardiology centers, and 68.6% were in secondary prevention. At 1 year, the concomitant use of antiplatelet agents, statins, and angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors reduced from 28.3% to 24.2% (p < 0.001). Major cardiovascular event rate was 5.46%, and the identified predictors were age, patients in secondary prevention, and diabetic nephropathy. Conclusions In this large national registry of patients at high cardiovascular risk, risk predictors similar to those of international registries were identified, but medical prescription adherence to evidence-based therapies was inferior and significantly worsened at 1 year. (Arq Bras Cardiol. 2020; [online].ahead print, PP.0-0)

Implications for clinical practice from a multicenter survey of heart failure management centers

OBJECTIVES: This observational, cross-sectional study based aimed to test whether heart failure (HF)-disease management program (DMP) components are influencing care and clinical decision-making in Brazil. METHODS: The survey respondents were cardiologists recommended by experts in the field and invited to participate in the survey via printed form or email. The survey consisted of 29 questions addressing site demographics, public versus private infrastructure, HF baseline data of patients, clinical management of HF, performance indicators, and perceptions about HF treatment. RESULTS: Data were obtained from 98 centers (58% public and 42% private practice) distributed across Brazil. Public HF-DMPs compared to private HF-DMP were associated with a higher percentage of HF-DMP-dedicated services (79% vs 24%; OR: 12, 95% CI: 94-34), multidisciplinary HF (MHF)-DMP [84% vs 65%; OR: 3; 95% CI: 1-8), HF educational programs (49% vs 18%; OR: 4; 95% CI: 1-2), written instructions before hospital discharge (83% vs 76%; OR: 1; 95% CI: 0-5), rehabilitation (69% vs 39%; OR: 3; 95% CI: 1-9), monitoring (44% vs 29%; OR: 2; 95% CI: 1-5), guideline-directed medical therapy-HF use (94% vs 85%; OR: 3; 95% CI: 0-15), and less B-type natriuretic peptide (BNP) dosage (73% vs 88%; OR: 3; 95% CI: 1-9), and key performance indicators (37% vs 60%; OR: 3; 95% CI: 1-7). In comparison to non- MHF-DMP, MHF-DMP was associated with more educational initiatives (42% vs 6%; OR: 12; 95% CI: 1-97), written instructions (83% vs 68%; OR: 2: 95% CI: 1-7), rehabilitation (69% vs 17%; OR: 11; 95% CI: 3-44), monitoring (47% vs 6%; OR: 14; 95% CI: 2-115), GDMT-HF (92% vs 83%; OR: 3; 95% CI: 0-15). In addition, there were less use of BNP as a biomarker (70% vs 84%; OR: 2; 95% CI: 1-8) and key performance indicators (35% vs 51%; OR: 2; 95% CI: 91,6) in the non-MHF group. Physicians considered changing or introducing new medications mostly when patients were hospitalized or when observing worsening disease and/or symptoms. Adherence to drug treatment and non-drug treatment factors were the greatest medical problems associated with HF treatment. CONCLUSION: HF-DMPs are highly heterogeneous. New strategies for HF care should consider the present study highlights and clinical decision-making processes to improve HF patient care.

Qual o papel do bloqueio sequencial do néfron na hipertensão resistente? / What is the role of sequential nephron blockade in resistant hypertension?

A hipertensão resistente (HAR) ocorre quando a pressão arterial (PA) permanece acima da meta recomendada após o uso de três fármacos anti-hipertensivos com ação sinérgica em suas doses máximas toleradas recomendadas, preferencialmente incluindo um diurético. A identificação da contribuição do volume intravascular e da renina sérica na manutenção dos níveis elevados da PA permite um tratamento mais eficaz da hipertensão, ao atuar sobre o controle do volume intravascular, equilíbrio de sódio e sobre os efeitos do sistema renina-angiotensina-aldosterona (SRAA) no rim. Bloqueio sequencial do néfron (BSN) consiste em um aumento progressivo na depleção de sódio usando um diurético tiazídico, um bloqueador do receptor mineralocorticoide (espironolactona), furosemida e, finalmente, amilorida. Os mecanismos de ação, as indicações e os efeitos adversos são discutidos na presente revisão.

Resistant hypertension (HAR) occurs when blood pressure (BP) remains above the recommended target after the use of three antihypertensive drugs with synergistic action at their maximum recommended tolerated doses, preferably including a diuretic. The identification of the contribution of intravascular volume and serum renin in maintaining high BP levels allows a more effective treatment of hypertension, by acting on the control of intravascular volume, sodium balance and on the effects of the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAS) in the kidney. Sequential nephron block (BSN) consists of a progressive increase in sodium depletion using a thiazide diuretic, a mineralocorticoid receptor blocker (spironolactone), furosemide and, finally, amiloride. Mechanisms of action, indications and adverse effects are discussed in the present review

Crisis adrenérgica como forma de debut de un neuroblastoma / Adrenergic crisis as a debut form of a neuroblastoma

INTRODUCCIÓN: La forma clínica de presentación más común del neuroblastoma es el de una masa abdominal, pero puede presentarse con sintomatología menos habitual, como es la crisis adrenérgica por liberación de catecolaminas. OBJETIVO: Describir una forma de presentación inusual de neuroblastoma y el amplio diagnóstico diferencial que existe en un lactante con síntomas adrenérgicos. CASO CLÍNICO: Lactante femenina de 7 semanas de vida, consultó por historia de tres semanas de sudoración e irritabilidad a lo que se asoció fiebre de 24 h de evolución y dificultad respiratoria. Al ingreso presentaba mal esta do general, irritabilidad, sudoración, enrojecimiento facial, taquipnea y palidez cutánea, taquicardia sinusal extrema e hipertensión arterial (HTA), interpretadas como sintomatología adrenérgica. Se completó el estudio con una ecografía abdominal y resonancia magnética que mostraron una gran masa retroperitoneal compatible con neuroblastoma. Las catecolaminas en sangre y en orina mostraron altos niveles de dopamina, adrenalina y noradrenalina, probablemente de origen tumoral. Se inició tratamiento antihipertensivo con fármacos alfa bloqueantes con buen control de la tensión arterial. Se resecó quirúrgicamente el tumor sin incidencias y con una adecuada recuperación posterior. La paciente presentó evolución favorable a tres años de seguimiento. CONCLUSIONES: en un lactante con sintomatología adrenérgica como irritabilidad, enrojecimiento, sudoración asociada a HTA, se debe descartar patología cardiaca, metabólica (hipoglucemia), intoxicaciones y/o patología suprarrenal. Dentro de esta última, el neuroblastoma es la primera posibilidad diagnóstica, por ser uno de los principales tumores en la infancia y aunque esta presentación no es habitual puede producir estos síntomas.

INTRODUCTION: The most common clinical presentation of neuroblastoma is an abdominal mass, but it can present with uncommon symptoms, such as adrenergic storm due to catecholamine release. OBJECTIVE: To describe an unusual presentation of neuroblastoma and the wide differential diagnosis that exists in an infant with adrenergic symptoms. CLINICAL CASE: A 7-week old female infant was evaluated due to a 3-week history of sweating and irritability associated with a 24-hour fever and respiratory distress. At admission, she presented poor general condition, irritability, sweating, facial redness, tachypnea and skin paleness, extreme sinus tachycardia, and high blood pressure (HBP), interpreted as adrenergic symptoms. The study was completed with abdominal ultrasound and magnetic reso nance imaging that showed a large retroperitoneal mass compatible with neuroblastoma. Plasma and urinary catecholamines tests showed high levels of dopamine, adrenaline, and noradrenaline, probably of tumor origin. We started antihypertensive treatment with alpha-blocker drugs, showing a good blood pressure control. The tumor was surgically resected without incidents and adequate subsequent recovery. The patient presented a favorable evolution after three years of follow-up. CONCLUSIONS: In an infant with adrenergic symptoms such as irritability, redness, sweating associated with HBP, it should be ruled out pathology heart or metabolic (hypoglycemia) pathology, intoxications, and/or adrenal pathology. Within this last one, neuroblastoma is the first diagnostic possibility, since it is one of the main tumors in childhood and, although this presentation is not usual, it can produce these symptoms.

Integral Velocidade-Tempo da Insuficiência Aórtica: Um Novo Marcador Ecocardiográfico na Avaliação da Gravidade da Insuficiência Aórtica / Velocity-Time Integral of Aortic Regurgitation: A Novel Echocardiographic Marker in the Evaluation of Aortic Regurgitation Severity

Resumo Fundamento A ecocardiografia é essencial para o diagnóstico e a quantificação da insuficiência aórtica (IA). A integral velocidade-tempo (IVT) do fluxo da IA pode estar relacionada à gravidade da IA. Objetivo Este estudo tem por objetivo avaliar se a IVT é um marcador ecocardiográfico de gravidade da IA. Métodos Foram incluídos todos os pacientes com IA nativa moderada ou grave e ritmo sinusal que visitaram o nosso laboratório de imagem entre janeiro e outubro de 2016. Todos os indivíduos foram submetidos a um ecocardiograma completo com medição da IVT da IA. A associação entre a IVT e a gravidade da IA foi analisada por regressão logística e modelos de regressão multivariada. Valores p<0,05 foram considerados estatisticamente significativos. Resultados Entre os 62 pacientes incluídos (68,5±14,9 anos; 64,5%: IA moderada; 35,5%: IA grave), a IVT foi maior em indivíduos com IA moderada em comparação àqueles com IA grave (2,2±0,5 m versus 1,9±0,5 m, p=0,01). Pacientes com IA grave apresentaram valores maiores de diâmetro diastólico final do ventrículo esquerdo (DDFVE) (56,1±7,1 mm versus 47,3±9,6 mm, p=0,001), volume diastólico final do ventrículo esquerdo (VDFVE) (171±36,5 mL versus 106±46,6 mL, p<0,001), orifício regurgitante efetivo (0,44±0,1 cm2 versus 0,18±0,1 cm2, p=0,002) e volume regurgitante (71,3±25,7 mL versus 42,5±10,9 mL, p=0,05), assim como menor fração de ejeção do ventrículo esquerdo (FEVE) (54,1±11,2% versus 63,2±13,3%, p=0,012). A IVT mostrou ser um marcador de gravidade da IA, independentemente do DDFVE, VDFVE e FEVE ( odds ratio 0,160, p=0,032) e da frequência cardíaca e pressão arterial diastólica (PAD) ( odds ratio 0,232, p=0,044). Conclusões A IVT do fluxo da IA apresentou associação inversa com a gravidade da IA, independentemente do diâmetro e volume do ventrículo esquerdo, frequência cardíaca, PAD e FEVE. A IVT pode ser um marcador de gravidade da IA em pacientes com IA nativa e ritmo sinusal. (Arq Bras Cardiol. 2020; [online].ahead print, PP.0-0)

Abstract Background Echocardiography is essential for the diagnosis and quantification of aortic regurgitation (AR). Velocity-time integral (VTI) of AR flow could be related to AR severity. Objective This study aims to assess whether VTI is an echocardiographic marker of AR severity. Methods We included all patients with moderate or severe native AR and sinus rhythm who visited our imaging laboratory from January to October 2016. All individuals underwent a complete echocardiogram with AR VTI measurement. The association between VTI and AR severity was analyzed by logistic regression and multivariate regression models. A p-value<0,05 was considered statistically significant. Results Among the 62 patients included (68.5±14.9 years old; 64.5%: moderate AR; 35.5%: severe AR), VTI was higher in individuals with moderate AR compared to those with severe AR (2.2±0.5 m vs. 1.9±0.5 m, p=0.01). Patients with severe AR presented greater values of left ventricular end-diastolic diameter (LVEDD) (56.1±7.1 mm vs. 47.3±9.6 mm, p=0.001), left ventricular end-diastolic volume (LVEDV) (171±36.5 mL vs. 106±46.6 mL, p<0.001), effective regurgitant orifice (0.44±0.1 cm2vs. 0.18±0.1 cm2, p=0.002), and regurgitant volume (71.3±25.7 mL vs. 42.5±10.9 mL, p=0.05), as well as lower left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) (54.1±11.2% vs. 63.2±13.3%, p=0.012). The VTI proved to be a marker of AR severity, irrespective of LVEDD, LVEDV, and LVEF (odds ratio 0.160, p=0.032) and of heart rate and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) (odds ratio 0.232, p=0.044). Conclusions The VTI of AR flow was inversely associated with AR severity regardless of left ventricular diameter and volume, heart rate, DBP, and LVEF. VTI could be a marker of AR severity in patients with native AR and sinus rhythm. (Arq Bras Cardiol. 2020; [online].ahead print, PP.0-0)

Valvuloplastia mitral percutánea con balón: experiencia en el Cardiocentro de Santiago de Cuba / Percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty: experiences at the Cardiocentro in Santiago de Cuba

RESUMEN Introducción: La valvuloplastia mitral percutánea con balón actualmente es el primer procedimiento terapéutico que se contempla en el mundo desarrollado para los pacientes con estenosis mitral reumática e indicación para ello, y se realiza en el Cardiocentro de Santiago de Cuba desde julio de 2008. Objetivos: Describir los resultados de la valvuloplastia mitral percutánea con balón en los pacientes estudiados. Método: Se realizó un estudio observacional y descriptivo, unicéntrico, que incluyó a 91 pacientes tratados mediante este procedimiento en el Cardiocentro de Santiago de Cuba, desde julio de 2008 hasta junio de 2019. Se evaluaron variables clínico-epidemiológicas, ecocardiográficas y hemodinámicas, así como el resultado inmediato del procedimiento. Resultados: Predominaron los pacientes jóvenes (60,4% entre 15-44 años), del sexo femenino (86,8%), con antecedentes de fiebre reumática (48,4%), en clase funcional III (64,8%) de la NYHA (New York Heart Association) y en ritmo sinusal (86,8%). Se logró un aumento promedio del área valvular de más del doble (0,99 vs. 2,12 cm2) del valor inicial y una reducción de la presión auricular mayor de 50% (25,0 vs.11, 76 mmHg), lo que permitió evaluar de satisfactorio el tratamiento en el 95,6% de los pacientes. Se identificó una asociación significativa (Prueba de Fisher ≤ 0,05) entre la puntuación de Wilkins ≤ 8 y el resultado satisfactorio del procedimiento. Conclusiones: Los resultados de la aplicación de la valvuloplastia mitral percutánea con balón en el centro fueron satisfactorios y congruentes con los referidos nacional e internacionalmente.

ABSTRACT Introduction: Percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty has flourished as a mainstream therapy (mostly in developed countries) for treating patients with medical indication and those suffering from rheumatic mitral stenosis. This procedure is performed at the Cardiocentro in Santiago de Cuba since July 2008. Objectives: To describe the results of percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty in the study participants. Methods: A descriptive, single-centered and observational study including 91 patients treated by this procedure was conducted at the Cardiocentro in Santiago de Cuba from July 2008 to June 2019. Clinical/epidemiological, echocardiographic and hemodynamic variables were assessed, as well as immediate procedure outcomes. Results: Young individuals (60.4% between 15-44 years), female (86.8%), with a history of rheumatic fever (48.4%), NYHA (New York Heart Association) functional class III (64.8%) and sinus rhythm (86.8%) predominated. An average increase in valve area of over double (0.99 vs. 2.12 cm2) the initial value and a reduction in atrial pressure of more than 50% (25 vs. 11.76 mmHg) was achieved; thus evidencing that the treatment was effective in 95.6% of the patients. A significant association (Fisher Test ≤ 0.05) was identified between Wilkins score ≤ 8 and satisfactory outcome of the procedure. Conclusions: The results of percutaneous balloon mitral valvuloplasty in the medical center were successful and consistent with those achieved nationally and internationally.

Pressão arterial sistólica noturna e doença cerebrovascular subclinica: o estudo de anormalidades cardiovasculares e lesões cerebrais / Night-time systolic blood pressure and subclinical cerebrovascular disease: the cardiovascular abnormalities and brain lesions (cabl) study

Introdução: Embora a pressão arterial (PA) ambulatorial seja um melhor preditor de desfechos cardiovasculares do que a pressão arterial de consultório, sua associação com a doença cerebrovascular subclínica não está esclarecida. Assim, esse estudo investigou a associação dos valores da PA de consultório e ambulatorial com a doença cerebrovascular subclínica em uma coorte populacional predominantemente idosa, sem histórico de acidente vascular cerebral prévio. Material e Métodos: 828 participantes foram submetidos à monitorização ambulatorial da PA por 24 horas (MAPA), ecocardiograma, ressonância magnética cerebral no estudo Cardiac Abnormalities and Brain Lesion (CABL). PA de vigília, PA durante o sono e de 24 horas, padrão de descenso noturno, elevação matutina (EM) e variabilidade da PA de 24 horas foram avaliados. A doença cerebrovascular subclínica foi definida como infarto cerebral silencioso (ICS) e volume de hiperintensidade da substância branca (VHSB). A associação das medidas da PA com a presença de ICS e o quartil superior do log-VHSB (log-VHSB 4) também foi analisada. Resultados: ICSs foram detectados em 111 pacientes (13,4%). Na análise multivariável, apenas a PA sistólica (PAS) noturna esteve significantemente associada ao ICS [odds ratio (OR): 1,15 para cada 10mmHg, P = 0,042], independente de fatores de risco cardiovascular e parâmetros ecocardiográficos avaliados. Embora PA na vigília, durante o sono, PA de 24 horas e o padrão não dipper tenham sido significantemente associados ao log-VHSB 4, a PAS noturna apresentou a associação mais forte (OR: 1,21 para cada 10 mmHg, P = 0,003) e foi o único preditor independente comparado aos outros parâmetros da PA. Medidas da PA de consultório, EM e variabilidade da PA não foram associadas à doença cerebrovascular subclínica nas análises ajustadas. Conclusão: A PAS elevada durante o sono apresenta forte associação com a doença cerebrovascular subclínica. O estudo conclui que a PAS noturna avaliada pela MAPA permite identificar indivíduos com maior risco de lesão cerebral hipertensiva

Comentário: Pressão arterial sistólica noturna e doença cerebrovascular subclínica: estudo sobre anormalidades cardiovasculares e lesões cerebrais / Comment: Night-time systolic blood pressure and subclinical cerebrovascular disease: the cardiovascular abnormalities and brain lesions (CABL) study

Introdução: Embora a pressão arterial (PA) ambulatorial seja um melhor preditor de desfechos cardiovasculares do que a pressão arterial de consultório, sua associação com a doença cerebrovascular subclínica não está esclarecida. Assim, esse estudo investigou a associação dos valores da PA de consultório e ambulatorial com a doença cerebrovascular subclínica em uma coorte populacional predominantemente idosa, sem histórico de acidente vascular cerebral prévio. Material e Métodos: 828 participantes foram submetidos à monitorização ambulatorial da PA por 24 horas (MAPA), ecocardiograma, ressonância magnética cerebral no estudo Cardiac Abnormalities and Brain Lesion (CABL). PA de vigília, PA durante o sono e de 24 horas, padrão de descenso noturno, elevação matutina (EM) e variabilidade da PA de 24 horas foram avaliados. A doença cerebrovascular subclínica foi definida como infarto cerebral silencioso (ICS) e volume de hiperintensidade da substância branca (VHSB). A associação das medidas da PA com a presença de ICS e o quartil superior do log-VHSB (log-VHSB 4) também foi analisada. Resultados: ICSs foram detectados em 111 pacientes (13,4%). Na análise multivariável, apenas a PA sistólica (PAS) noturna esteve significantemente associada ao ICS [odds ratio (OR): 1,15 para cada 10mmHg, P = 0,042], independente de fatores de risco cardiovascular e parâmetros ecocardiográficos avaliados. Embora PA na vigília, durante o sono, PA de 24 horas e o padrão não dipper tenham sido significantemente associados ao log-VHSB 4, a PAS noturna apresentou a associação mais forte (OR: 1,21 para cada 10 mmHg, P = 0,003) e foi o único preditor independente comparado aos outros parâmetros da PA. Medidas da PA de consultório, EM e variabilidade da PA não foram associadas à doença cerebrovascular subclínica nas análises ajustadas. Conclusões: A PAS elevada durante o sono apresenta forte associação com a doença cerebrovascular subclínica. O estudo conclui que a PAS noturna avaliada pela MAPA permite identificar indivíduos com maior risco de lesão cerebral hipertensiva