The Effect of Aortic Angulation on Clinical Outcomes of Patients Undergoing Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement

ABSTRACT Introduction: The aim of this study was to assess the impact of aortic angulation (AA) on periprocedural and in-hospital complications as well as mortality of patients undergoing Evolut™ R valve implantation. Methods: A retrospective study was conducted on 264 patients who underwent transfemoral-approach transcatheter aortic valve replacement with self-expandable valve at our hospital between August 2015 and August 2022. These patients underwent multislice computer tomography scans to evaluate AA. Transcatheter aortic valve replacement endpoints, device success, and clinical events were assessed according to the definitions provided by the Valve Academic Research Consortium-3. Cumulative events included paravalvular leak, permanent pacemaker implantation, new-onset stroke, and in-hospital mortality. Patients were divided into two groups, AA ≤ 48° and AA > 48°, based on the mean AA measurement (48.3±8.8) on multislice computer tomography. Results: Multivariable logistic regression analysis was performed to identify predictors of cumulative events, utilizing variables with a P-value < 0.2 obtained from univariable logistic regression analysis, including AA, age, hypertension, chronic renal failure, and heart failure. AA (odds ratio [OR]: 1.73, 95% confidence interval [CI]: 0.89-3.38, P=0.104), age (OR: 1.04, 95% CI: 0.99-1.10, P=0.099), hypertension (OR: 1.66, 95% CI: 0.82-3.33, P=0.155), chronic renal failure (OR: 1.82, 95% CI: 0.92-3.61, P=0.084), and heart failure (OR: 0.57, 95% CI: 0.27-1.21, P=0.145) were not found to be significantly associated with cumulative events in the multivariable logistic regression analysis. Conclusion: This study demonstrated that increased AA does not have a significant impact on intraprocedural and periprocedural complications of patients with new generation self-expandable valves implanted.

Effect of varying dietary crude protein and metabolizable energy levels on leg abnormalities and performance in broiler chickens

Background: Nutrient restriction is a common strategy to prevent metabolic disorders in fast growing broiler chickens, but limited information is available regarding the impact of diets with low protein and energy on leg abnormalities Objective: Two experiments were conducted to evaluate the effect of varying crude protein (CP) and metabolizable energy (ME) levels on gastrocnemius tendon (GTeBS) and tibia breaking strength (TiBS), gait score (GS) and valgus/varus angulation (VAng). Methods: In Experiment 1, eight-d-old Ross 308 broilers (n=90) were randomly assigned into three treatments: 13/2,900 (13% CP and 2,900 kcal ME kg-1 of diet), 17/3,000 (17% CP and 3,000 kcal ME kg-1 of diet), and 21/3,025 or control (21% CP and 3,025 kcal ME kg-1 of diet). In Experiment 2, six-d-old Ross 308 chickens (n=192) were randomly distributed into two treatments: 16/3,000; 16% CP and 3,000 kcal ME kg-1 of diet and 21/3,000 or control; 21% CP and 3,000 kcal ME kg-1 of diet. In both experiments data were analyzed as one-way ANOVA. Results: In Experiment 1, broilers in the 17/3,000 and control treatments had similar (p>0.05) GTeBS (202 and 224 N, respectively), and TiBS (338 and 332 N, respectively). Birds in the 13/2,900 treatment showed higher GS (lower walking ability; 80% of birds with score >3), and greater VAng (53% of birds with score >2) than broilers in the control treatment (0% of birds with GS score >3 and 0% of birds with VAng score >2). Experiment 2, broilers in the 16/3,000 showed similar VAng, GS and TiBS than birds in the control treatment. However, birds in the 16/3,000 treatment showed lower (-26%) GTeBS than birds in the control treatment (p<0.05). Conclusions: Feeding broilers with 16% CP and 3,000 kcal ME kg-1 of diet did not affect tibia breaking strength, gait score and valgus/varus angulation. A diet containing 16% CP or less and 2,900-3,000 kcal ME kg-1 reduces tendon and tibia breaking strength.

Antecedentes: La restricción de nutrientes es una estrategia común para prevenir trastornos metabólicos en pollos de engorde, sin embargo, se dispone de información limitada sobre el impacto de las dietas bajas en proteína y energía en las anomalías de piernas. Objetivo: Se llevaron a cabo dos experimentos para evaluar el efecto de niveles variables de proteína cruda (PC) y energía metabolizable (EM) en la fuerza de rotura del tendón del gastrocnemio (GTeBS) y tibia (TiBS), la evaluación de marcha (GS) y la angulación en valgus/varus (VAng). Métodos: En el Experimento 1, pollos de engorde Ross 308 de ocho días de edad (n = 90) se asignaron al azar en tres tratamientos: 13/2.900; 13% PC y 2.900 kcal ME kg-1 de dieta, 17/3.000; 17% PC y 3.000 kcal ME kg-1 de dieta y 21/3.025 o control; 21% PC y 3.025 kcal ME kg-1 de dieta. En el Experimento 2, pollos Ross 308 de seis días de edad (n = 192) se distribuyeron aleatoriamente en dos tratamientos: 16/3.000; 16% PC y 3.000 kcal ME kg-1 de dieta y 21/3.000 o control; 21% PC y 3.000 kcal ME kg-1 de dieta. En ambos experimentos los datos se analizaron como ANOVA de una vía. Resultados: En el Experimento 1, los pollos de los tratamientos 17/3.000 y control tuvieron GTeBS (202 y 224 N, respectivamente) y TiBS (338 y 332 N, respectivamente) similares (p>0,05). Las aves del tratamiento 13/2.900 mostraron mayor GS (menor capacidad para caminar; 80% de las aves con puntaje >3) y mayor VAng (53% de las aves con puntaje >2) que los pollos del tratamiento control (0% de aves con un puntaje GS >3 y 0% de aves con un puntaje VAng >2). En el Experimento 2, los pollos del 16/3.000 mostraron VAng, GS y TiBS similares a los de las aves del tratamiento control. Sin embargo, las aves del tratamiento 16/3.000 mostraron menor (-26%) GTeBS que las aves control (p<0,05). Conclusiones: La alimentación de pollos de engorde con 16% PC y 3.000 kcal EM kg-1 de dieta no afecta la resistencia a la ruptura de la tibia, la marcha y la angulación valgus/varus. La dieta formulada con 16% de PC o menos y 2.900-3.000 kcal de EM kg-1 reduce la resistencia a la ruptura del tendón y de la tibia.

Antecedentes: A restrição de nutrientes é uma estratégia comum para prevenir distúrbios metabólicos em frangos de corte, no entanto, há informações limitadas disponíveis sobre o impacto de dietas de baixa proteína e baixa energia nas anormalidades de pernas destas aves. Objetivo: Dois experimentos foram realizados para avaliar o efeito de diferentes níveis de proteína bruta (PB) e energia metabolizável (EM) em força de ruptura do tendão do músculo gastrocnêmio (GTeBS), forca de ruptura da tíbia (TiBS), gait score (GS) e angulação em valgus/varus (VAng). Métodos: Experimento 1, foram utilizados 308 frangos de corte machos da linhagem Ross com oito dias de idade (n = 90) distribuidos aleatoriamente em três tratamentos: dieta controle com 21% PB e 3.025 kcal EM kg-1 13/2.900; dieta con 13% PB e 2.900 kcal EM kg-1, y 17% PB e 3.000 kcal EM kg-1 . Experimento 2, foram utilizados 308 frangos de corte da linhagem Ross com seis dias de idade (n = 192) distribuídos aleatoriamente em dois tratamentos: dieta controle con 21% PB e 3.000 kcal EM kg-1 e dieta com 16% PB e 3.000 kcal EM kg-1 . Em ambos os experimentos, os dados foram submetidos a ANOVA. Resultados: Experimento 1, os frangos de corte submetidos ao dos tratamentos 17/3.000 e controle nao apresentaram diferencas significativas (p>0,05) para as variáveis GteBS (202 y 224 N, respectivamente) e TiBS (338 y 332 N, respectivamente). Os frangos submetidos ao 13/2.900 apresentaram maior frequência de GS (menor capacidade de locomocao; 80% das aves com pontuação>3) e maior VAng (53% das aves com pontuação>2) do que os frangos do tratamento controle (0% das aves com pontuação GS>3 e 0% das aves com pontuação VAng>2). Experimento 2, os frangos do 16/3.000 apresentaram VAng, GS e TiBS semelhantes aos das aves do tratamento controle. Entretanto, as aves do tratamento 16/3.000 apresentaram GTeBS mais baixo (-26%) em comparacao as aves do tratamento de controle (p<0,05). Conclusões: A dieta com 16% PB e 3.000 kcal EM kg-1 não afetou a forca de ruptura da tíbia, gaite score marcha e angulação em valgus/varus de frangos de corte. Uma dieta com níveis de 16% de PB ou menos e 2.900-3.000 kcal EM kg-1 reduziu a resistência à ruptura do tendão e a resistência de tibia de frangos de corte.

Neutral wedge osteotomy assisted by determination of the center of rotation of angulation at the distal humerus anatomical axis for cubitus varus deformity in children / 中华创伤骨科杂志

Objective:To evaluate the clinical outcomes of neutral wedge osteotomy assisted by determination of the center of rotation of angulation (CORA) at the distal humerus anatomical axis for cubitus varus deformity in children.Methods:From 2016 to December 2019, 20 children with cubitus varus after supracondylar fracture of the humerus were treated at Department of Orthopeadics, Children's Hospital of Wujiang District. They were 8 boys and 12 girls, aged from 4 to 12 years (average, 7.0 years). Standard anteroposterior X-ray films of bilateral humerus were taken preoperatively for measurement of Baumann angle, proximal anatomical axis (PAA) and distal anatomical axis (DAA) of bilateral humerus to determine the CORA and the varus deformity angle. A lateral closed neutral wedge osteotomy was performed around the CORA to correct the varus deformity. All children were immobilized with elbow plaster cast after operation. Elbow flexion and extension function, postoperative scar, and body surface carrying angle were recorded. The carrying angle and Baumann angle were also measured on elbow X-ray films. Elbow function was evaluated according to the modified Flynn elbow score at 24 months after operation.Results:All patients were followed up for 24 to 36 months (mean, 29.3 months). Elbow hyperextension was close to normal in 18 cases, and 5° hyperextension existed in 2 cases. The flexion was greater than 130°, averaging 133.1° (from 130° to 138°), in 15 patients. The flexion ranged from 110° to 130° in 5 patients. The Baumann angle was 99.0°±1.0° preoperatively and 76.0°±1.0° postoperatively; the carrying angle was -14.0°±1.0° preoperatively and 13.6°±1.0° postoperatively. There were significant differences between the above items between preoperation and postoperation ( P<0.05). According to the modified Flynn elbow score at 24 months after operation, the elbow function was excellent in 16 and good in 4 cases. The varus of 40° was corrected during surgery in one child. Fixation failure or correction failure occurred in none of the children before removal of the plaster or the Kirschner wire. Conclusions:In neutral wedge osteotomy assisted by determination of the CORA at the distal humerus anatomical axis, the CORA and angulation of the distal humerus inversion can be accurately determined so that the osteotomy line and the angulation correction axis can pass through the CORA to restore the humerus alignment with no displacement of the broken ends.

One-stage biplanar osteotomy correction of angulation and shortening deformity of the lower extremity after epiphyseal injury of the distal femur with a monorail external fixator / 中华实用儿科临床杂志

Objective:To investigate the clinical effectiveness of one-stage biplanar osteotomy correction of angulation and shortening deformity of the lower extremity after epiphyseal injury of the distal femur with a monorail external fixator.Methods:The data of 5 patients (2 males and 3 females) with angulation and shortening deformity in the lower extremity after epiphyseal injury of the distal femur were retrospectively analyzed.The patients underwent monorail external fixator assisted one-stage osteotomy correction of the distal femur and distraction osteogenesis of the middle and upper femur in Zhengzhou Orthopeadics Hospital from May 2017 to December 2019.The mean age was 13.6 years old (range: 10 to 17 years old). The affected limbs were shortened by 5.1 cm on average (range: 3.9 to 6.5 cm). The average angulation deformity of the distal femur was 24.9° (range: 17.0°to 30.5°). The mechanical lateral distal femoral angle (mLDFA), the mechanical posterior distal femoral angle (mPDFA), the mechanical axis deviation (MAD), the range of motion (ROM) of the knee, and the length of the lower limbs before surgery and at the final follow-up were measured and analyzed.Results:All patients were followed up for 22 months on average (range: 15 to 32 months). For all the 5 patients, the mechanical axis was well realigned, mLDFA, mPDFA, and MAD returned to normal range, and the length of the affected limb achieved the goal as planned before the surgery.Besides, the affected limbs were lengthened by 5.6 cm on average (range: 3.9 to 8.0 cm), and the median healing index was 35.6 d/cm (range: 29.0 to 45.0 d/cm). The bone callus in the distraction area and the osteotomy end were well healed at the final follow-up, as indicated by the X-ray results.At the end of the distraction period, the flexion ROM of the knee in all patients reached basically 90°.By the final follow-up, all patients had a normal knee ROM.No vascular or nerve injury, dislocation of hips or knee joints, re-fracture after disassembly, deep infection and other complications were observed in all patients.Conclusions:One-stage biplanar osteotomy correction of angulation and shortening deformity of the lower extremity after epiphyseal injury of the distal femur with a monorail external fixator is safe and feasible.The method requires no multiple operations and improves the tolerance of patients during the treatment period.

Percepción estética de la sonrisa según variación de la posición vertical y de la angulación del incisivo central superior en tres regiones del Perú / Esthetic Perception of the Smile According to Variation of the Vertical Position and the Angulation of the Upper Central Incisor in Three Regions of Peru

Resumen: Objetivo: Evaluar la percepción estética de la sonrisa según variación de la posición vertical y de la angulación del incisivo central superior (ICS) en estudiantes de odontología (EO) y personas comunes (PC) de las tres regiones del Perú. Materiales y Métodos: Diseño descriptivo, transversal. La muestra fueron 462 adultos, divididos en 77 para cada subgrupo de EO y PC de las regiones Lima (Costa), Junín (Sierra) y Loreto (Selva). Mediante el programa Photoshop se modificó una fotografía de sonrisa de mujer variando la posición vertical y angulación del ICS, obteniéndose imágenes que fueron evaluadas mediante la escala visual análoga. Resultados: Las PC calificaron mejor que los EO en la mayoría de las categorías (p<0,001). La sonrisa mejor valorada por EO en posición vertical fue a 1mm y 2mm; y para angulación 0°, mientras que para PC la de 1mm y de 0° respectivamente (p<0,05). Comparando por regiones los EO de Lima dieron la menor calificación para 0° con 52,63 y los de Junín la mayor para 4° con 45,90. Las PC de Loreto registraron el menor puntaje para las categorías de posición vertical (p<0,001), mientras que para angulación en Junín se calificó con un menor puntaje que en Loreto para -6° y 0°; y para 4° Lima brindó la menor calificación (p<0,001). Conclusiones: La percepción estética de la sonrisa es afectada por la variación de posición vertical y angulación del ICS en personas comunes y estudiantes de odontología en las tres regiones del Perú.

Abstract: Objective: To evaluate the esthetic perception of the smile according to the variation of the vertical position and the angulation of the upper central incisor (UPI) by dental students (DS) and common people (CP) of three regions of Peru. Materials and Methods: Descriptive cross-sectional design. The sample was 462 adults, divided into 77 for each subgroup of DS and CP of the Lima (Coast), Junín (Highlands) and Loreto (Rainforest) regions. Using the Photoshop® software, a photograph of a woman's smile was modified by varying the vertical position and angulation of the UPI, obtaining images that were evaluated using the analog visual scale. Results: The CP rated better than DS in most categories (p <0.001). The smile best valued by DS in a vertical position was 1mm and 2mm; and for angulation 0°, while for CP 1mm and 0° respectively (p <0.05). Comparing by regions, the DS of Lima gave the lowest rating for 0 ° with 52.63 and those of Junín the highest for 4° with 45.90. The PC of Loreto registered the lowest score for the vertical position categories (p <0.001), while for angulation in Junín it was rated with a lower score than in Loreto for -6 ° and 0°; and for 4° Lima provided the lowest rating (p <0.001). Conclusions: The esthetic perception of the smile is affected by the variation of vertical position and angulation of the ICS in common people and dental students in the three regions of Peru.

Surgical importance of radiographically aided morphometry of the proximal ulna / Importancia quirúrgica de la morfometría de la ulna proximal con examen radiográfico

This study was conducted to define the proximal ulnar morphometry with respect to dorsal and intramedullary implant design. Eighty two dry Anatolian ulnae were evaluated by both the traditional and digital morphometric analysis methods. Also the medullary cavities and cortical bone thicknesses were measured from radiographic images. The mean value of ulnar length (UL) was 25.06 cm; distance between the most prominent anterior point of the superior surface of the olecranon (MAPO) and the most posterior point of the olecranon (MPPO), distance between the MPPO and maximum anterior angulation (MAA), distance between the MPPO and the maximum varus angulation (MVA) were; 1.67 cm, 5.36 cm and 7.56 cm, respectively. The average antero-posterior diameters at midolecranon plane (MOP), MAA plane (MAAP) and MVA plane (MVAP) were; 1.78 cm, 1.68 cm and 1.41 cm; transverse diameters of same planes were; 1.96 cm, 1.65 cm and 1.51 cm, respectively. The mean olecranon angle (OA), MAA and MVA were: 113.35°, 9.12° and 13.82°; also the mean circumferences at same planes were 6.48 cm, 6.37 cm and 5.16 cm, respectively. The mean antero-posterior medullary diameter at MAAP and mean transverse medullary diameter at MVAP were; 6.83 mm and 7.22 mm, respectively. Mean anterior and posterior cortical bone thicknesses at MAAP were: 3.61 mm and 4.25 mm; the mean medial and lateral cortical bone thicknesses at MVAP were: 4.06 mm and 4.13 mm, respectively. Dorsal angulation and medullary angulation of the proximal ulna presents different architecture. Unique morphological architecture of the proximal ulna should be taken into consideration in means of surgical operations and examination of radiographic images. It can be inferred that standardized bony landmarks may helpful during the process of designing and manufacturing precurved dorsal plates and as well as variable proximal ulnar implants.

Este estudio se realizó para definir la morfometría ulnar proximal con respecto al diseño de implante dorsal e intramedular. Ochenta y dos ulnas de Anatolia secas fueron evaluadas por los métodos de análisis morfométrico tradicional y digital. También se midieron las cavidades medulares y el grosor del hueso cortical a partir de imágenes radiográficas. El valor medio de la longitud ulnar (LU) fue de 25,06 cm; distancia entre el punto anterior más prominente de la superficie superior del olécranon (SSO) y el punto más posterior (PPO), la distancia entre el PPO y la angulación anterior máxima (AAM), la distancia entre el PPO y la angulación máxima en varo (AMV) fueron; 1,67 cm, 5,36 cm y 7,56 cm, respectivamente. Los diámetros anteroposteriores medios en el plano medio del olécranon (PMO), el plano AAM (AAP) y el plano AMV fueron; 1,78 cm, 1,68 cm y 1,41 cm; los diámetros transversales de los mismos planos eran; 1,96 cm, 1,65 cm y 1.51 cm, respectivamente. El ángulo medio del olécranon (AMO), AAM y MVA fueron: 113,35 °, 9,12 ° y 13,82 °; También las circunferencias medias en los mismos planos fueron 6,48 cm, 6,37 cm y 5,16 cm, respectivamente. El diámetro medular anteroposterior medio en AMV y el diámetro medular transversal medio en AMV fueron; 6,83 mm y 7,22 mm, respectivamente. Los grosores óseos corticales anteriores y posteriores medios en AMV fueron: 3,61 mm y 4,25 mm; Los espesores medios de los huesos corticales medial y lateral en AMV fueron: 4,06 mm y 4,13 mm, respectivamente. La angulación dorsal y la angulación medular de la ulna proximal presentan una arquitectura diferente. La arquitectura morfológica única de la ulna proximal debe tenerse en cuenta en las operaciones quirúrgicas con el examen de imágenes radiográficas. Se puede inferir que los puntos de referencia óseos estandarizados pueden ser útiles durante el proceso de diseño y fabricación de placas dorsales precurvadas y también de implantes ulnares proximales variables.

Feature of the angulation between left pulmonary artery and main pulmonary artery and its relationship to pulmonary artery development in patients with tetralogy of Fallot / 中国胸心血管外科临床杂志

@#Objective    To investigate the feature of the angulation between left pulmonary artery (LPA) and main pulmonary artery (MPA) and its relationship to pulmonary artery development in patients with tetralogy of Fallot (TOF). Methods    A total of 101 TOF patients in West China Hospital from 2014 to 2018 were enrolled in a TOF group, including 62 males and 39 females, aged 6.8 (0.3-45.8) years, and another 20 patients without basic cardiac diseases at the same stage were enrolled in a control group, including 10 males and 10 females, aged 6.9 (0.3-54.0) years. Diameters of LPA, right pulmonary artery (RPA) and MPA, the angulation between LPA and MPA (MPA-LPA), McGoon ratio, and Nakata index were measured and compared between the two groups. The relationship between the above data and MPA-LPA angulation was also analyzed. Results    The average MPA-LPA angulation was smaller in the TOF group than that in the control group (113.63° vs. 128.45°, P=0.001 8). The MPA Z score was also smaller in the TOF group than that in the control group (0.46 vs. 2.75, P=0.000 4). No relationship was found by correlation analysis between the MPA-LPA angulation and MPA Z score or LPA Z score in the control group (P=0.239 6, 0.114 7) and the TOF group (P=0.759 3, 0.242 7). The McGoon ratios (2.22±0.72, 2.43±0.94, P=0.340 0) and Nakata index (359.3±294.24, 395.52±329.31, P=0.650 0) were not significantly different between the two groups. Conclusion    The angulation of LPA-MPA and MPA Z score are smaller in the TOF group than those in the control group. There is no relationship between MPA-LPA angulation and pulmonary artery diameters. The LPA-MPA angulation should not be considered as an influence factor for LPA development and trans-annular patch surgery.

Effects of type of magnet attachment and implant angulation in two implant overdenture models

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effects of type of magnet attachment and implant angulation in two implant overdenture models.MATERIALS AND METHODS: Magnet attachments used in this study were flat and dome types (MGT5515, MGT5520D, Dentium Co., Seoul, Korea). Two implants with keepers were inserted in the resin blocks at a distance of 24 mm. For the first model, the implants were parallel to the vertical and perpendicular to the horizontal; for the second model, both were angulated 5 degrees to the mesial; for the third model, both were angulated 10 degrees toward the mesial. The retentive force was measured in both vertical and lateral directions. Statistical analyses were performed using SPSS software version 22.0 (α=.05).RESULTS: The flat type magnet attachment showed the highest lateral retentive force in the 20° divergent group (P<.05) and the dome type magnet attachment showed the highest lateral retentive force in the parallel group (P<.05). The vertical and lateral retentive force of the dome type magnet attachment was greater than that of the flat type magnet attachment in every direction (P<.05).CONCLUSION: Within the limitations of this study, the dome shape magnet attachment can resist vertical and lateral retentive force more superiorly than the flat type magnet attachment, regardless of angle, in the mandibular two implant model.

Metal Artefact Reduction with Different Transverse Angles of Metal Placement and Gantry Tilt Angulation in Spine CT Imaging

Abstract@#Introduction: Computed tomography (CT) has been widely used for postoperative spine assessment. However, the effectiveness of CT is limited by the presence of multiple artefacts surrounding metal implants. An artefact causes degradation of image quality and obscures the interpretation of spine CT images by a radiologist. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the optimum angle of gantry tilt and metal rod placement which produced the least metal artefact on CT images. Methods: A customised phantom was developed with different transverse angles of metal placement. The transverse angles of metal placement inside the phantom varied at 20°, 30°, 40° and 45°. The phantom was scanned with CT scanner at 0° axial scan angle. It was followed by acquisitions at different gantry tilt angles ranging from −12° to 20°. Quantitative and qualitative assessment by determining the signal-to-noise ratios (SNRs) of the CT images was performed. Results: The severity of the metal streak artefact increased as the metal insertion angles became wider up to 45° due to the widespread of streaking area. The severity of artefacts was reduced with the increment of the gantry tilt angle, which was observed in images acquired at 20°. Conclusion: For the gantry tilt angulation technique, the optimum gantry angle for metal artefact reduction is at the widest angle, which is +20° angulation. Although the gantry tilt technique did not eliminate the metal artefacts, it enabled a significant reduction of metal artefacts and improved image quality.

Modified incision to prevent the postoperative spinal lateral angulation in surgery via anterior approach for lumbar fracture / 中国骨伤

OBJECTIVE@#To explore a method of modified incision to prevent the postoperative spinal lateral angulation via anterior approach for lumbar fracture.@*METHODS@#A total 40 patients with lumbar fracture from January 2016 to Jun 2017 were internalized in the study. Including 28 males and 12 females, aged from 27 to 68 years with an average of (39.5±14.9) years. Among them, 28 cases caused by high fall, 9 cases by heavy injury, 3 cases by traffic accidents; and 35 fractures were located at L₁,4 at L₂,1 at L₃. All the fractures were type A based on AO classification. According to Frankel classify of spinal cord injury, 5 cases were grade A, 1 case was B, 10 cases were C, 15 cases were D, 9 cases were E. The patients were divided randomly into modified incision groups and routine incision groups. All patients were treated with decompression, internal fixation and titanium mesh supported bone graft fusion via anterior approach. All the internal fixation materials were ANTERIOR (Medtronic Inc). Incision direction and incision plane were improved in modified incision groups. The coronal Cobb angle and the angle between the vertebral screw and the corresponding endplate were analyzed before and after operation.@*RESULTS@#Pre-and post-operative coronal Cobb angles were (1.20±3.26) °, ( 2.16±3.55)° in modified incision groups and(1.22±4.42)°, (3.91±3.78)° in routine incision groups respectively. And there was no statistical difference before operation, and there was statistical difference after operation between two groups(=0.017). There was no lateral angulation of more than 5 degrees in modified incision group, but there was lateral angulation of 5 to 10 degrees in routine incision group in 6 cases. The incidence of lateral angulation about 5 degrees after operation was significantly different between two groups (=0.010). There was significant difference in the angle between the proximal two vertebral screws and the corresponding endplate between two groups (0.05).@*CONCLUSIONS@#The improvement of incision direction and plane can effectively prevent the postoperative spinal lateral angulation via anterior approach for lumbar fracture.

Anterior Dislocation of the Radial Head Combined with Plastic Deformity of the Ulnar Shaft in an Adult: A Case Report

A 25-year-old woman presented to the emergency room with a painful and swollen right forearm. She had just sustained an injury from an accident during which her arm was tightly wound by a rope as she was lowering a net from a fishing boat. Before being released, her arm was rigidly trapped in the rope for approximately ten minutes. Radiographs revealed anterior dislocation of the radial head that was accompanied by plastic deformation of the proximal ulna, manifested as a reversal of the proximal dorsal angulation of the ulna (PUDA); suggested a Monteggia equivalent fracture. With the patient under general anesthesia, we reduced the radial head by posterior compression at 90° of elbow flexion and at neutral rotation of the forearm. However, the reduction was easily lost and the elbow re-dislocated with even slight supination or extension of the arm. After the osteotomy of the ulnar deformity to restore the PUDA to normal, the reduction remained stable even with manipulation of the arm. We found that the patient could exercise a full range of motion without pain at the 3-month follow-up, and neither residual instability nor degenerative changes were observed at the final 3-year follow-up.

Clinical Observation of Electroacupuncture for Spastic Pelvic Floor Syndrome / 上海针灸杂志

Objective To compare the treatment efficacy and improvement of relevant indexes between electroacupuncture and biofeedback therapy in treating spastic pelvic floor syndrome (SPFS).Method Fifty SPFS patients were randomized into an electroacupuncture group and a biofeedback group by their visiting sequence, 25 cases each. In the electroacupuncture group, Baliao [Shangliao (BL31), Ciliao (BL32), Zhongliao (BL33), and Xialiao (BL34)], Zhigou (TE6), Dachangshu (BL25), Shangjuxu (ST37), Xiajuxu (ST39) and Tianshu (ST25) were selected and connected to HANS electroacupuncture apparatus, at 2 Hz and withinthe tolerable intensity, 30 min for each session. The treatment was given once every day, 6 sessions as a treatment course, with 1-day interval between two courses, for 4 courses in total. The biofeedback group was intervened by biofeedback therapy under doctor's guidance to correct the wrong defecation behavior. The treatment was given once every other day, 6 sessions as a treatment course, for 4 weeks in total. At the end of intervention, the therapeutic efficacy was evaluated, the anorectal angulation was measured by defecography (DFG), and the resting and contracting anorectal pressures were determined by anorectal manometry. Result There was no significant difference in comparing the therapeutic efficacy between the electroacupuncture group and biofeedback group(P>0.05). The anorectal angulation and pressure were improved in the two groups(P<0.05), and the improvement in the electroacupuncture group was more significant(P<0.05).Conclusion Electroacupuncture can effectively treat SPFS, equivalent to the popularly used biofeedback therapy, while electroacupuncture can produce a more significant effect in improving the anorectal angulation and pressure.

Mandibular implant overdenture using milled bar attachment on implants with unfavorable fixture angulation: A case report / 대한치과보철학회지

Implant overdenture exhibits higher retention, masticatory function, and patient's satisfaction compared to conventional dentures. Particularly, in treatment of severe alveolar bone resorption, implant overdenture can be considered as the first treatment option. The types of attachments used for implant overdenture can be classified into solitary type, which implants are not connected to each other, and bar type in which implants are connected. In the case of solitary type commonly used in clinical practice, parallel relationship is important. When it is not established, there is a higher risk of attachment wear, retention loss, and frequent visits for maintenance. In this case, satisfactory results have been obtained with implant overdentures using milled bar on two unparallel implants placed on the mandible.

Influence of first premolar extraction on second and third molar angulation - A clinical study.

ABSTRACT Background: In modern populations, the impaction rate is higher for third molars than for any other tooth. Due to the speculation of third molar role on late incisor crowding, many orthodontists prescribe removal of third molars before, during or just after orthodontic treatment. Objectives: The aim of this study was to compare whether orthodontic extraction of first premolar lead to any angular changes in second and third molars. Material and method: Orthopantograms of 20 patients undergoing orthodontic treatment were collected pre and post treatment. The patients were divided into two groups – nonextraction and extraction group. Each group consisted of 10 patients. The angles were measured between the long axis of 2nd molar and 3rd molar with horizontal plane. Changes in 2nd and 3rd molar angulation from pre-treatment to post treatment for two groups were compared by Mann- Whitney utest. Results: Statistical analysis revealed that maxillary and mandibular 2nd and 3rd molar showed an improvement in angulation but it was statistically non-significant. Conclusion: The findings of the present investigation suggest that premolar extraction therapy has a favourable effect on maxillary second & third molar angulation, while no changes in mandibular second & third molar angulation during treatment were found in patients treated with and without premolar extractions.

Dental caries on distal surface of mandibular second molar / A cárie dentária na superfície distal do segundo molar inferior

O objetivo do estudo foi avaliar a frequência de cárie distal no segundo molar inferior influenciada pela angulação do terceiro molar inferior adjacente em radiografias panorâmicas em uma clínica de radiologia odontológica. Material e Métodos: Foi realizado um estudo descritivo e quantitativo que analisou 750 radiografias panorâmicas, deste total, 120 estavam de acordo com o critério de inclusão da pesquisa. Resultados: De 157 segundos e terceiros molares analisados, a prevalência de cárie na distal do segundo molar foi de 25,5%. A posição mais prevalente da angulação do terceiro molar foi a vertical com 57,3%, porém, a posição com maior porcentagem do segundo molar cariado na distal foi a mesioangular com 50% dos casos. Dos elementos coletados, o gênero masculino obteve 40% de segundo molar cariado na distal contra 17% para o gênero feminino. A faixa etária de 35 anos ou mais obteve a maior incidência com 50% de cárie distal, enquanto as demais faixas obtiveram 16,21% no grupo de 18 a 24 anos e de 23,52% no de 25 a 34 anos. Conclusão: Os resultados possibilitaram estabelecer uma escala decrescente da indicação para remoção profilática do terceiro molar inferior de acordo com a angulação de Winter: horizontal, mesioangular, vertical e distoangular. Percebe-se também uma maior relevância para a indicação de remoção profilática de indivíduos do gênero masculino e com idade acima de 35 anos...

The aim of this study was to evaluate the frequency of carious lesions on the distal surface of mandibular second molars influenced by the angulation of the adjacent mandibular third molar. Material and Methods: This is a descriptive and quantitative study that analyzed 750 panoramic radiographs from a clinic providing dental radiology services. Of these, 120 radiographs met inclusion criteria of the study. Results: Of the 157 second and third molars analyzed, the presence of caries lesions on the distal of the second molar was 25.5%. The most prevalent position of the third molar angulation was vertical with 57.3%; however, the position with the highest percentage of the second molar caries on the distal area of the crown was the mesio-angular with 50% of cases. Of the collected teeth, males presented 40% of second molar caries on distal surface, while females showed 17%. The age group of ≥35 years exhibited the highest incidence with 50% of carious lesions on the distal surface, while other groups obtained 16.21% in the group 18-24 years and of 23.52% in the group 25 to 34 years. Conclusion: It was possible to establish a decreasing scale of indication for prophylactic removal of mandibular third molar according to the Winter’s lines: horizontal, mesio-angular, vertical, and distoangular. It was also noticed a greater relevance for the prophylactic removal indication of males aged over 35 years...

Periopertive nursing of children with formaral angulation deformity treated with sreminobicular crib external fixator / 现代临床护理

Objective To summarize the perioperative nursing experience in nursing children with formaral angulation deformity treated with sreminobicular crib external fixator. Method The clinical data of 15 children with formaral angulation deformity treated with sreminobicular crib external fixator were reviewed. Results All 15 children got recovered, with the femora extended by 4~9 cm. After operation, all of them were affected by knee flexion dysfunction and foot drop to varied extents, which were improved satisfactorily after systematic training. Conclusions The systematic and progressive training can prevent knee flexion dysfunction and foot drop. Careful observation and effective nursing play an important role in the treatment of formaral angulation deformity.

Modified bisecting angle technique in eliminating zygomatic superimposition over apices of maxillary molars.

Background: Image superimposition is a part and parcel of two‑dimensional radiography. However, some overlappings are a result of radiographic technique itself. The technique induced superimposition of zygomatic buttress on apices of maxillary molars is common in bisecting angle technique (BAT), which affects the endodontic performance. Certain alterations were carried out in BAT to remove these undiagnostic shadows. The aim of this study was to compare two techniques of periapical radiography namely, BAT and modified BAT (MBAT) in preventing zygomatic superimposition over apices of maxillary molars. Materials and Methods: A total of 62 patients requiring endodontic treatment for at least one maxillary molar were recruited in this cross‑sectional study. One tooth from every patient was subjected for two periapical radiographs, one with each BAT and MBAT respectively giving a total of 124 radiographs. Each radiograph was recorded as acceptable or unacceptable, based on zygomatic superimposition and different technical aspects. Chi‑square test was used for data analysis. The kappa statistic was used to test intra‑observer reliability. Results: With MBAT, the acceptability was 82.3% (n = 51) compared with 43.5% (n = 27) when BAT was employed. The statistically significant difference was found between these two techniques (P = 0.000). The level of agreement between two oral radiologists in their interpretation was high (kappa index = 0.897). Conclusion: Modified BAT was more accurate for periapical radiography of maxillary molars in preventing zygomatic superimposition and related technical errors than BAT.

Influence of treatment including second molars on final and postretention molar angulation

OBJECTIVE: Evaluate axial mesiodistal inclinations of the mandibular molars in orthodontically treated cases, analyzing whether inclusion of second mandibular molars in treatment mechanics has any influence on final and postretention molars angulations. METHODS: The sample comprised 150 panoramic radiographs of 50 patients. Patients were treated with extraction of four first premolars and divided into 2 groups: Group 1 comprised 25 subjects without inclusion of mandibular second molars during orthodontic treatment, whereas Group 2 comprised 25 subjects with inclusion of mandibular second molars. Panoramic radiographs at three observation times were evaluated: pretreatment, posttreatment and postretention. The statistical analysis included one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA) for intragroup evaluation and independent t-tests for intergroup comparisons. RESULTS: Intragroup analysis demonstrated significant uprighting of mandibular first and second molars during treatment in Group 2, which remained stable during the postretention stage. Intergroup comparison demonstrated that Group 2 presented first and second molars significantly more uprighted in relation to Group 1 in both post-treatment and postretention stages. CONCLUSIONS: It was concluded that inclusion of mandibular second molars in the orthodontic mechanics is relevant not only to correct the angulation of these teeth, but also to aid mandibular first molars uprighting.

OBJETIVO: analisar a influência da inclusão dos segundos molares inferiores durante a mecânica ortodôntica nas angulações dos molares ao final do tratamento e na fase de pós-contenção. MÉTODOS: a amostra consistiu em 150 radiografias panorâmicas de 50 pacientes avaliados antes, após o tratamento e no período de pós-contenção. Os pacientes foram tratados com extrações dos quatro primeiros pré-molares, e divididos em dois grupos: grupo 1, composto por 25 pacientes com segundo molares incluídos na mecânica ortodôntica; grupo 2, 25 pacientes cujos segundos molares não foram incluídos na mecânica ortodôntica. As angulações dos primeiros e segundos molares inferiores foram comparadas nas fases estudadas utilizando-se a Análise de Variância (análise intragrupo) e o teste t independente (análise intergrupos). RESULTADOS: a análise intragrupo, realizada no grupo 2, demonstrou que ocorreu uma verticalização significativa dos primeiros e segundos molares inferiores durante o tratamento, que se manteve estável na fase de pós-contenção. Os resultados da análise intergrupos demonstraram diferenças significativas na angulação dos primeiros e segundos molares após o tratamento e na fase de pós-contenção. CONCLUSÃO: a inclusão dos segundos molares inferiores à mecânica ortodôntica apresenta-se relevante, não apenas para corrigir a angulação desses dentes, mas, também, para auxiliar a correção da angulação dos primeiros molares permanentes.

Three-dimensional finite element analysis of stress distribution for different implant thread slope and implant angulation / 대한치과보철학회지

PURPOSE: The purpose of this study was to find an inclination slope of the screw thread that is favorable in distributing the stresses to alveolar bone by using three dimensional finite element analysis. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Three types modelling changed implant thread with fixed pitch of 0.8 mm is the single thread implant with 3.8degrees inclination, double thread implant with 7.7degrees inclination and the triple thread implant with 11.5degrees inclination. And three types implant angulation is the 0degrees, 10degrees and 15degrees on alveolar bone. The 9 modelling fabricated for three dimensional finite element analysis that restored prosthesis crown. The crown center applied on 200 N vertical load and 15degrees tilting load. RESULTS: 1. The more tilting of implant angulation, the more Von-Mises stress and Max principal stress is increasing. 2. Von-Mises stress and Max principal stress is increasing when applied 15degrees tilting load than vertical load on the bone. 3. When the number of thread increased, the amount of Von-Mises stress, Max principal stress was reduced since the generated stress was effectively distributed. 4. Since the maximum principal stress affects on the alveolar bone can influence deeply on the longevity of the implants. When comparing the magnitude of the maximum principal stress, the triple thread implant had a least amount of stress. This shows that the triple thread implant gave a best result. CONCLUSION: A triple thread implant to increase in the thread slope inclination and number of thread is more effective on the distribution of stress than the single and double thread implants especially, implant angulation is more tilting than 10degrees on alveolar bone. Thus, effective combination of thread number and thread slope inclination can help prolonging the longevity of implant.

Clinical outcomes of implant supported fixed-hybrid prostheses in the fully edentulous arches / 대한치과보철학회지

PURPOSE: The aim of this study was to evaluate clinical outcomes of implant supported fixed-hybrid prostheses (FHP) in the fully edentulous arches. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Patients in this retrospective study were restored with fixed-hybrid prostheses supported by 4 to 6 implants and functioned more than 1 year of loading. Outcome measures were marginal bone change of implant related with sex, anatomical location (maxilla vs. mandible), opposing teeth, loading time of patients, tilting of posterior implant by Mann-Whitney U test and cantilever length of superstructure by regression analysis, and complication rates. Significance level was set P.05), and cantilever length was not significantly related with a marginal bone loss of implant next to cantilever (P>.05). Complication was shown in 11 patients and veneer fracture and dislodging of artificial teeth were most prevalent. CONCLUSION: Within the limitations of this study, although marginal bone loss of FHP was very little, complication rates were high. Irrespective of tilting of most posterior implants, marginal bone loss of most posterior implants next to cantilever was less than those of the other implants positioned anteriorly. Cantilever length (<17 mm) did not affect a marginal bone loss of most posterior implants.