Protocolo Abreviado Guiado Digital: Técnicas de Marcadores Tisulares, Silicona de Registro y CBCT con Sonrisa / Digitally Guided Abbreviated Protocol: Tissue Marker Techniques, Recording Silicone and CBCT with Smile

Establecer un protocolo de cirugía guiada estática con técnicas referenciales para ser realizado de manera predecible, repetible y simple, en todos los tipos de casos. El protocolo abreviado guiado digital para cirugía guiada estática para implantes se centra en diseñar computacionalmente una guía quirúrgica que se apoye en el tejido remanente del paciente, siendo un protocolo digital versátil para la cirugía y rehabilitación implanto protésica, basada en registros clínicos, principalmente la línea de la sonrisa y la captación de ésta en tomografía de haz cónico (CBCT), además de establecer dimensión vertical oclusal (DVO). Logrando así, planificación de implantes hasta la inserción inmediata de la prótesis temporal. Se ejemplifica el trabajo con 2 casos clínicos. Se establece un protocolo con la intención de que pueda ser realizado en pacientes desdentados parciales (Técnica de Registro Silicona) o totales (Técnica de Marcadores Tisulares en prótesis), definiendo un flujo de trabajo tridimensional, digital y optimizado, con un consecuente ahorro de tiempo clínico. Como principio del protocolo de cirugía guiada es lograr el objetivo quirúrgico - protésico deseado con alta precisión. La cirugía y rehabilitación de implantes de manera convencional es altamente dependiente del operador por lo que la alternativa de cirugía guiada de manera estática es una herramienta más para mejorar el pronóstico del paciente. Se establece un protocolo digital simple y efectivo, de cirugía guiada, para la rehabilitación implanto protésica basada en la línea de la sonrisa, tomografía de haz cónico (CBCT), dimensión vertical oclusal (DVO). Protocolo predecible y que optimiza los tiempos clínicos, logrando una rehabilitación protésica inmediata acorde e individualizada para cada paciente.

Establish a static guided surgery protocol with referential techniques to be performed in a predictable, repeatable and simple way, in all types of cases. The abbreviated digital guided protocol for static guided surgery for implants focuses on computationally designing a surgical guide that rests on the patient's remaining tissue, being a versatile digital protocol for prosthetic implant surgery and rehabilitation, based on clinical records, mainly the line of the smile and its uptake in cone beam tomography (CBCT), in addition to establishing occlusal vertical dimension (OVD). Thus achieving implant planning until the immediate insertion of the temporary prosthesis. The work is exemplified with 2 clinical cases. A protocol is established with the intention that it can be carried out in partially edentulous patients (Silicone Registration Technique) or total (Tissue Marker Technique in prostheses), defining a three-dimensional, digital and optimized workflow, with a consequent saving of time. clinical. As a principle of the guided surgery protocol, it is to achieve the desired surgical-prosthetic objective with high precision. Conventional implant surgery and rehabilitation is highly dependent on the operator, so the alternative of statically guided surgery is one more tool to improve the patient's prognosis. A simple and effective digital protocol for guided surgery is established for prosthetic implant rehabilitation based on the smile line, cone beam tomography (CBCT), and occlusal vertical dimension (OVD). Predictable protocol that optimizes clinical times, achieving an immediate and individualized prosthetic rehabilitation for each patient.

Membrane dual-targeting probes: A promising strategy for fluorescence-guided prostate cancer surgery and lymph node metastases detection

Fluorescence-guided surgery (FGS) with tumor-targeted imaging agents, particularly those using the near-infrared wavelength, has emerged as a real-time technique to highlight the tumor location and margins during a surgical procedure. For accurate visualization of prostate cancer (PCa) boundary and lymphatic metastasis, we developed a new approach involving an efficient self-quenched near-infrared fluorescence probe, Cy-KUE-OA, with dual PCa-membrane affinity. Cy-KUE-OA specifically targeted the prostate-specific membrane antigen (PSMA), anchored into the phospholipids of the cell membrane of PCa cells and consequently showed a strong Cy7-de-quenching effect. This dual-membrane-targeting probe allowed us to detect PSMA-expressing PCa cells both in vitro and in vivo and enabled clear visualization of the tumor boundary during fluorescence-guided laparoscopic surgery in PCa mouse models. Furthermore, the high PCa preference of Cy-KUE-OA was confirmed on surgically resected patient specimens of healthy tissues, PCa, and lymph node metastases. Taken together, our results serve as a bridge between preclinical and clinical research in FGS of PCa and lay a solid foundation for further clinical research.

Cirugía guiada y reconstrucción tisular luego de un fracaso: la importancia del diagnóstico y la planificación. Reporte de caso clínico / Guided surgery and tissue reconstruction after failure: the importance of diagnosis and planning. Report of a clinical case

La realización de un nuevo tratamiento luego de un fracaso con implantes dentarios representa un gran desafío para el profesional especialistas en implan-tología, así como para el paciente que debe someter-se a un nuevo procedimiento para rehabilitarse. En estos casos, el diagnóstico y la planificación exhaus-tiva previa nos permiten optimizar el tiempo y los re-cursos, arribando al resultado esperado de forma eficiente. En este reporte de caso se presenta la re-habilitación de una paciente que acude a la consulta con un fracaso implantario previo y con alta deman-da estética. Se diseñó una guía quirúrgica de preci-sión para la colocación de un implante Straumann®Bone Level Tapered 3,3 NC ­ Narrow CrossFit® ø 3,3 mm 8 mm junto a la regeneración ósea guiada para compensar la deficiencia de los tejidos circundantes. La rehabilitación protésica consistió en una corona cemento atornillada en disilicato de litio. En el control al año pudo valorarse la estabilidad de la rehabilita-ción protésica, así como de los tejidos circundantes y el contorno estético junto al perfil de emergencia mimético logrado al final del tratamiento (AU)

Carrying out a new treatment after a failure with dental implants represents a great challenge for the implantology specialist professional, as well as for the patient who must undergo a new procedure to rehabilitate. In these cases, the diagnosis and prior exhaustive planning allow us to optimize time and resources, arriving at the expected result efficiently. This case report presents the rehabilitation of a patient who comes to the clinic with a previous implant failure and with high aesthetic demand. A precision surgical guide was designed for the placement of a Straumann® Bone Level Tapered 3.3 NC ­ Narrow CrossFit® ø 3.3 mm 8 mm implant together with guided bone regeneration to compensate for the deficiency of the surrounding tissues. The prosthetic rehabilitation consisted of a screw-retained cement crown in lithium disilicate. In the one-year control, the stability of the prosthetic rehabilitation, as well as the surrounding tissues and the aesthetic contour, together with the mimetic emergence profile achieved at the end of the treatment, could be assessed (AU)

Accuracy of selective laser sintered computer guided stents versus digital light processing stents in immediate implant placement in esthetic zone: a randomized controlled trial / Precisão de stents sinterizados por laser seletivo guiados por computador versus stents de processamento de luz digital na colocação imediata de implantes em região estética: um ensaio randomizado

Objective: To compare accuracy of selective laser sintered computer guided stents versus digital light processing stents in immediate implant placement in esthetic zone. Material and Methods: The patients were selected according to the eligibility criterias. The selected patients were randomly allocated to either digital light processing stents (test group) or selective laser sintered computer guided stents (control group). Proper examination and diagnostic records were done for each patient followed by triple scan protocol with cone beam computer tomography (CBCT). Planning and construction of tooth supported computer guided surgical stent was done by either digital light processing technique for test group or selective laser sintering for control group. Twenty implants were inserted following computer guided implant placement protocol. After post-operative CBCT pre and post images were merged using blue sky bio software. Linear and angular deviations between planned implant and actual implant positions were measured. Results: Tests were considered statistically significant if the p- value was less than 0.05. Difference in means were calculated for the analysis of continuous variables with corresponding 95% confidence intervals. There was no statistical difference between selective laser sintering and digital light processing groups in all measured terms. Conclusion : Within the limitations of this study, both techniques can be used for immediate implant placement with clinically satisfactory results decreasing the positional errors associated with immediate implant placement. (AU)

Objetivo: Comparar a acurácia de stents sinterizados por laser seletivo guiados por computador versus stents de processamento de luz digital na colocação imediata de implantes em região estética. Material e Métodos: Os pacientes foram selecionados de acordo com os critérios de elegibilidade. Os pacientes selecionados foram distribuídos aleatoriamente nos seguintes grupos: stents de processamento de luz digital (grupo experimental) ou stents sinterizados por laser seletivo guiados por computador (grupo controle). Os registros dos exames adequados e diagnósticos foram realizados para cada paciente seguido por um protocolo de varredura tripla com tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico (TCFC).O planejamento e a construção do Stent cirúrgico guiado por computador com suporte dentário foram feitos pela técnica de processamento de luz digital para o grupo experimental ou sinterização a laser seletivo para o grupo controle. Vinte implantes foram inseridos seguindo o protocolo de colocação de implante guiado por computador. Após a TCFC pós-operatória, as imagens pré e pós foram mescladas usando o software blue sky bio. Foram medidos os desvios lineares e angulares entre o implante planejado e as posições reais do implante. Resultados: Os testes foram considerados estatisticamente significativos se o valor de p fosse menor que 0,05. A diferença nas médias foi calculada para a análise das variáveis contínuas com intervalos de confiança de 95%. Não houve diferença estatística entre os grupos de sinterização a laser seletivo e processamento digital de luz em todos as variáveis mensuradas. Conclusão: Dentro das limitações deste estudo, ambas as técnicas podem ser utilizadas para colocação imediata de implantes com resultados clinicamente satisfatórios diminuindo os erros posicionais associados colocação imediata de implantes. (AU)

Importancia de la apertura bucal para cirugía guiada de implantes dentales. Reporte de caso y recomendaciones

La cirugía guiada asistida por computadora consiste en la fabricación de una guía quirúrgica mediante un protocolo digital que nos brinda diversos beneficios a la hora de colocar los implantes dentales; sin embargo, no todos los pacientes son candidatos para operar con este procedimiento, especialmente en el sector posterior debido a las limitaciones de la apertura bucal. En el presente caso, incluimos en el protocolo completo el registro de las dimensiones de apertura bucal del paciente como requisito previo al flujo de trabajo digital, como un elemento importante en la toma de decisión previa a la planificación para la fabricación de la guía quirúrgica. Adicionalmente, según el contexto, brindamos recomendaciones para tener en cuenta con respecto a la apertura bucal mínima suficiente para la colocación de implantes de diferentes longitudes mediante el protocolo guiado Straumann®.

Computer-guided surgery consists of the manufacture of a surgical guide using a digital protocol that provides various benefits when placing dental implants; however, not all patients are candidates to be operated with this procedure, especially in the posterior sector due to the limitations of the mouth opening. In the present case, the recording of the patient's mouth opening dimensions was included in the complete protocol as a prerequisite to the digital workflow, as an important element in the decision-making prior to the planning for the manufacture of the surgical guide. In addition, depending on the context, we provide recommendations to consider regarding the sufficient minimum mouth opening for the placement of implants of different lengths using the Straumann® Guided Protocol.

Novel oxazine fluorescent dyes for intraoperative neuroimaging / 中国药科大学学报

@#Nerve-specific fluorescent agents can be used as nerve markers in animals to guide surgical procedures and reduce the incidence of intraoperative nerve injury.In this study, the structure of oxazine mother nucleus was modified.A series of oxazine derivative fluorescent dyes YQN-3-YQN-6 were obtained by mass spectrometry and 1H NMR, which can highlight the peripheral nerve structure of rats.Among a series of targeted fluorescent dyes, YQN-3 had emission peaks near NIR and showed highly specific nerve targeting signals in the brachial plexus and sciatic nerves 4 h after intravenous administration.In addition, YQN-3 can accurately locate and identify recurrent laryngeal nerves during thyroidectomy, thus preserving the integrity of these nerves during surgery.With its simple synthesis and low toxicity, YQW-3 can be potentially applied for clinical neural tissue imaging.

No significant effect of 3d modelling on surgical planning in spinal deformities / Nenhum efeito significativo da modelagem 3d no planejamento cirúrgico em deformidades da coluna vertebral

ABSTRACT Objective: To evaluate the effect of 3d printed models on surgical pre-operative planning of complex spinal deformities. Methods: In our study, five orthopedic surgeons made surgical planning of 5 patients with severe spinal deformity in three conditions: X-ray with computer tomography (X-ray-CT), 3D-computed tomography (3dCT), and 3d printed spine models. Operation plans were examined according to the level and number of instrumentations, osteotomy level, and time required for decision-making. Results: X-ray-CT, 3dCT, and 3d modeling methods were compared, and no statistically significant difference was observed in the number of screws and osteotomy score to be used in operation. The time required for decision ranking is 3d Model, 3d CT, and Xray-CT. Conclusions: 3d printed models do not influence the operative plan significantly; however, it reduces surgical planning time at pre-op duration, and those models gave some opportunities to practice with implants on a patient's 3d spine model. Level of Evidence III; Diagnostic Studies - Investigating a Diagnostic Test .

RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar o efeito de modelos 3D impressos no planejamento pré-operatório cirúrgico de deformidades complexas da coluna vertebral. Métodos: Em nosso estudo, 5 cirurgiões ortopédicos fizeram o planejamento cirúrgico de 5 pacientes com deformidade espinhal grave em três condições: raio-X com tomografia computadorizada (raio X-CT), tomografia computadorizada com reconstrução 3D (3dCT) e modelo de coluna vertebral impressa (modelo 3d). Os planos de operação foram examinados de acordo com o nível e número de instrumentos, nível de osteotomia e tempo necessário para a tomada de decisão. Resultados: Foram comparados os métodos de modelagem de raio X-CT, 3dCT e modelo 3d e nenhuma diferença estatisticamente significativa foi observada no número de parafusos e escore de osteotomia a serem utilizados na operação. O ranking do tempo necessário para a tomada de decisão foi de modelo 3d, 3d CT e raio X-CT. Conclusões: Os modelos impressos em 3d não influenciam significativamente o plano operatório, porém reduzem o tempo de planejamento cirúrgico no pré-operatório e esses modelos deram algumas oportunidades de praticar com implantes no modelo de coluna 3d do paciente. Nível de evidência III; Estudos de Diagnóstico - Investigando um Teste de Diagnóstico .

"Cirugía guiada de implantes inmediatos, utilizando la técnica Socket Shield"

RESUMEN: Este informe clínico describe el tratamiento rehabilitador realizado a un paciente con fracturas horizontales de ambos incisivos centrales superiores, mediante la colocación de implantes inmediatos, utilizando una guía quirúrgica y la técnica Socket Shield. Después de un año de seguimiento, no se observan alteraciones clínicas de los tejidos duros y blandos, manteniéndose una alta estética. La cirugía guiada junto a la técnica Socket Shield es un enfoque de tratamiento prometedor para la rehabilitación con implantes de la zona anterior.

ABSTRACT: This clinical report describes the restorative treatment performed on a patient with horizontal fractures on both upper central incisors, by placing immediate implants using both surgical guide and the Socket Shield technique. After one year of monitoring, no clinical hard or soft tissues alterations were observed, maintaining high aesthetics. Guided surgery together with Socket Shield technique is a promising treatment approach for anterior implant rehabilitation.

Magnetic resonance guided focused ultrasound surgery for the treatment of low- to intermediate-risk localized prostate cancer / 中华泌尿外科杂志

Objective:To evaluate the feasibility, safety and efficacy of the magnetic resonance imaging guided focused ultrasound surgery (MRgFUS) in the treatment of localized prostate cancer (PCa).Methods:The data of 5 patients treated by MRgFUS from August 2020 to June 2021 in our institution were retrospectively analyzed. The median age was 73 (58-80) years, with the median PSA of 7.34 (5.19-8.40) ng/ml, and a median prostate volume of 27.96 (21.50-37.91) ml. The median pretreatment international prostate symptom score (IPSS) was 13(0-18). Of the 3 patients with intention of erectile function preservation, the pretreatment international index of erectile function-15 (IIEF-15) score was 12, 23 and 3, respectively. All patients had histopathology-proven PCa of grade group ≤ International Society of Urological Pathology (ISUP) 3, pre-operative PSA level <20 ng/ml, and a clinical stage ≤T 2b. A total of 6 lesions was confirmed by biopsy, with 3 of ISUP grade group 3 and 3 of ISUP grade group 1. All 5 patients underwent MRgFUS which was guided by a real-time magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). PSA, MRI and repeated biopsy were conducted to monitor recurrence. Questionnaires consisted of IPSS, IIEF-15, and the International Consultation on Incontinence-questionnaire-Short Form (ICI-Q-SF) were recorded before and after MRgFUS to evaluate the impact on functional preservation. Results:A total of 5 patients received MRgFUS. In total, 5 of the 6 lesions were treated. 1 lesion unvisible on MRI was not clinically significant and was left untreated. The median time in MRI scanner was 190 (140-355) min, and the median sonication time was 64 (35-148) min with the median sonications of 8 (5-13). The median catheter indwelling time was 1 (1-8) days. No other adverse effects were reported. The PSA level of all 5 patients decreased, with the nadir PSA of 1.196 ng/ml, 4.398 ng/ml, 4.135 ng/ml, 1.562ng/ml and 1.350ng/ml, respectively. 4 of the patients had a PSA decrease over 50%. No PCa lesion was seen on MRI at 3-month follow-up visit. As for functional preservation, the post-MRgFUS IPSS declined compared with the baseline score, and the IPSS of last follow-up was 5(0-14). Of the 3 patients with intention to preserve the erectile function, the erectile function score of IIEF-15 were 12, 30 and 9 three months after the treatment, respectively. No incontinence occurred postoperatively.Conclusions:MRgFUS is a feasible and safe way for the treatment of low- to intermediate-risk localized PCa, with satisfactory performance on functional preservation and low incidence of complications. The oncological outcomes still need to be establised with longer follow-up time and larger sample studies.

Avaliação da fidedignidade da tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico para uso na cirurgia guiada em implantodontia / Evaluation of the fidedignity of Cone beam computed tomography for use in implantodonty guided surgery

Introdução: a cirurgia guiada é uma técnica de planejamento virtual para instalação de implantes dentários que possibilita maior precisão e confiabilidade para o cirurgião, possibilitando menor morbidade ao paciente. Entretanto existem erros e distorções durante o processo, que podem resultar em desvios no posicionamento dos implantes. Objetivo: aferir a fidedignidade da tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico para uso em cirurgia guiada, comparando as medidas reais dos corpos de prova com as obtidas pela tomografia de feixe cônico para identificar distorções e quantificá-las. Metodologia: Foram utilizados três corpos de prova posicionados para tomada tomográfica. 180 medidas foram realizadas com paquímetro digital, e então, submetidos à tomografia computadorizada de feixe-cônico. Após a obtenção das imagens, os pontos foram medidos na tomografia e os valores obtidos no corpo de prova e os da tomografia foram comparados e analisados. Resultados: em 80% das medidas, a tomografia foi superestimada e em 18,33%, mostrou-se menor. Em uma medida (1,67%), as médias dos corpos de prova e da tomografia impressa foram iguais. Na região anterior, a diferença das aferições da tomografia impressa e do corpo de prova foi de 0,45mm, na região posterior foi de 0,34mm, em média. Conclusão: a tomografia computadorizada de feixe cônico é uma ferramenta confiável desde que sejam observadas as margens de erro que apresenta. A aquisição de imagens é apenas uma das etapas da cirurgia guiada, a qual apresenta erros cumulativos que podem comprometer o resultado final se não forem observados e contornados pela experiência do cirurgião.

Introduction: guided surgery is a technique of virtual planning of placement of dental implants that allows greater precision and reliability for the surgeon, allowing less patient morbidity. However, there are errors and distortions during the process, which can result in deviations in implant placement. Objective: to assess the reliability of concomitant computed tomography for use in guided surgery by comparing the actual measurements of the specimens with those obtained by conical beam tomography to identify distortions and quantify them. Methodology: three specimens positioned for tomography were used. 180 measurements were performed with a digital caliper, and then, submitted to computed tomography of beams. After obtaining the images, the points were measured on the tomography and the values obtained in the test specimen and those of the tomography were compared and analyzed. Results: in 80% of the measurements, the tomography was overestimated and in 18.33%, it was lower. In one measurement (1.67%), the means of the test specimens and the printed tomography were the same. In the anterior region, the difference between the measurements of the printed tomography and the test specimen was 0.45mm, in the posterior region it was 0.34mm, on average. Conclusion: conebeam computed tomography is a reliable tool as long as the margins of error are observed. The acquisition of images is only one of the stages of guided surgery, which presents cumulative errors that can compromise the final result if not observed and circumvented by the experience of the surgeon.

Research and surgical application of fluorescent contrast agents / 国际外科学杂志

In recent years,the use of fluorescent contrast agents staining to guide surgery has flourished in various fields of surgery under the concept of precision surgery,which is helpful to guide surgery and provide surgeons with actual visible fluorescence imaging.Clinically,fluorescent contrast agent can be used to display tumor's outline with high recognition degree,guide operation in real time,locate lymph node metastasis,detect small metastases,and identify important anatomical structures during the operation to avoid possible side-injury.Great progress has been made in the study of fluorescent contrast agents that can mediate surgery,including the study and surgical application development of classical fluorescent contrast agents such as indocyanine green and methylene blue,etc,as well as the discovery and clinical application of new targeted fluorescent contrast agents such as folate receptor targeting contrast agents,monoclonal antibody based fluorescent targeting contrast agents and intelligent contrast agents,etc.This paper will review the research and surgical application of fluorescent contrast agents in two aspects:classical fluorescent contrast agents and new targeted fluorescent contrast agents.

Lead sulfide quantum dots for the near-infrared IIb window fluorescence imaging of colon cancer / 药学学报

The near-infrared-IIb (NIR-IIb, 1 500-1 700 nm) window fluorescence with long emission wavelength has reduced light scattering and tissue auto-fluorescent background, achieving deep tissue imaging with high spatial resolution. Herein, we prepared an NIR-IIb fluorescent quantum dots (QDs) composed of lead sulfide (PbS). The fluorescence spectrum of PbS QDs were adjusted by controlling the size of the PbS core. Cadmium sulfide (CdS) shell was synthesized by the cation exchange method to form the core/shelled lead sulfide/cadmium sulfide quantum dots (CSQDs). The surface of CSQDs was modified with polyethylene glycol (PEG) to increase their stability in aqueous solution. The resulting PEG-modified CSQDs (PEG-CSQDs) had the emission peak at ~1 550 nm with quantum yield of 7.2%. The animal procedures were approved by the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) of Fudan University School of Pharmacy. At 2 h postinjection, PEG-CSQDs clearly delineated the tumor region of mice bearing orthotopic CT26-Luc colon cancer model in the NIR-IIb fluorescence imaging. The fluorescent intensity ratio of primary tumor and adjacent normal tissue was 42.3, and that of metastatic tumor and adjacent normal tissue was 22.3, which allowed to detect the primary tumor of 3.4 mm×2.5 mm in dimension and the metastatic tumor of 1.2 mm×0.9 mm in dimension, and accurately guided the excision of tumors. The PEG-CSQDs prepared in this study provided a new approach for the early diagnosis and guidance of surgical resection of colon cancer.

Research and surgical application of fluorescent contrast agents / 国际外科学杂志

In recent years, the use of fluorescent contrast agents staining to guide surgery has flourished in various fields of surgery under the concept of precision surgery, which is helpful to guide surgery and provide surgeons with actual visible fluorescence imaging.Clinically, fluorescent contrast agent can be used to display tumor’s outline with high recognition degree, guide operation in real time, locate lymph node metastasis, detect small metastases, and identify important anatomical structures during the operation to avoid possible side-injury. Great progress has been made in the study of fluorescent contrast agents that can mediate surgery, including the study and surgical application development of classical fluorescent contrast agents such as indocyanine green and methylene blue, etc, as well as the discovery and clinical application of new targeted fluorescent contrast agents such as folate receptor targeting contrast agents, monoclonal antibody based fluorescent targeting contrast agents and intelligent contrast agents, etc. This paper will review the research and surgical application of fluorescent contrast agents in two aspects: classical fluorescent contrast agents and new targeted fluorescent contrast agents.

Full-mouth rehabilitation with vertical dimension increase and computer tomography guided implant surgery in patient with excessive worn dentition and multiple loss of tooth / 대한치과보철학회지

Excessive wear causes many complications when untreated, so that accurate diagnosis, analysis and predictive treatment plan should be made, and through evaluation of vertical dimension and stepwise treatment, a stable inter-arch relationship can be set. For the long-term success of implant treatment, ideal position and angle of implant is important, and its importance increases especially in multiple implant cases. Therefore, thorough diagnosis and planning, accurate surgery and prosthodontic procedures are significant. In this case, a 68-year-old male patient with a loss of vertical dimension due to multiple tooth loss and overall tooth wear was planned with systematic analyses from the pre-treatment stage to rehabilitate vertical dimension. Full-mouth fixed rehabilitation with computer tomography guided implant surgery was performed to the newly set vertical dimension and attained satisfactory outcomes both functionally and esthetically.

Approaches to the preparation of the oral cavity for prosthetics using computer simulation: An analysis of domestic and foreign experience / 国际药学研究杂志

The article analyzes domestic and foreign experience in planning the preparation of oral cavity for prosthetics. Recently, thanks to the development of computer technology, the possibility of virtual 3D-modeling of the prosthesis design and its further prototyping has appeared [1; 2; 5]. Digital treatment planning, based on three-dimensional imaging procedures, allows you to plan therapy with absolute precision and makes the outcome of treatment exactly predictable. Analysis of domestic experience shows that one of the most common in the practice of orthopedic dentistry is the program Blue Sky Plan. Patterns made in the program are easily exported to STL files and do not require additional processing. The program contains a wide range of implant systems. In foreign practice, guided surgery from DENTSPLY Implants is very popular, which offers a comprehensive solution for digital treatment planning and placement of implants based on SIMPLANT software templates.

Full mouth rehabilitation in a patient with reduced vertical dimension due to numerous tooth loss and excessie worn dentition: A case report / 대한치과보철학회지

As digital dentistry technology is being developed, it is being used in various ways. This case covers how digital dentistry technology is being applied on the treatment of patients with loss of vertical dimension due to worn dentition and multiple loss of teeth. The loss of vertical dimension was carefully assessed and recovered, and implants were placed with surgical guides, designed considering the final restoration. The movement of the mandibular was measured with the electronic instrument for recording mandibular movement. Wax-up process was done with Naturgemäße Aufwachs-Technik (N.A.T.) and Natural functional reconstruction (N.F.R.). It was scanned, and the provisional restoration was fabricated using Computer-Aided-Design/Computer-Aided-Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) technology, and the adjustment process was done at the clinic to meet with the satisfaction both functionally and esthetically, and then, using double scanning and CAD/CAM technology, it was carried out as a final restoration. As a result, the patient obtained satisfying results, utilizing the benefits of digital dentistry technology and traditional methods.

Flapless implant placement with digital 3D imaging and planning system in fully edentulous patient: A case report and 5-year follow-up / 대한치과보철학회지

One of the fastest growing segments of implant dentistry is the utilization of computed tomography (CT) scan data and treatment planning software in conjunction with guided surgery for implant reconstruction cases. Computer assisted planning systems and associated surgical templates have established a predictable, esthetic, functional technique for placing and restoring implants. Especially, a philosophy of restoratively driven implant placement has been generally adopted. Recently, a variety of commercial dental fields have released their scanning and fabricating protocols and methods for restorations. This process is still being investigated and developed for the most precise and predictable outcome. This case report describes a female patient who wanted dental implants in fully edentulous areas. Restoratively driven implant placements were performed with surgical guide and the patient was fully satisfied with the clinical results, and at 5-year post restorative follow-up assessment, both implant and prosthesis were proved clinical success.

Clinical Implication of Intraoperative Sonography in Localized Excision Biopsy for Mammographic Microcalcifications

PURPOSE: Ultrasonography plays a supplementary role in detecting breast microcalcifications as localizing these microcalcifications without mammographic aid is not always successful. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical implications of intraoperative sonography (IOUSG) in localized excisions after mammographically guided wire insertion. METHODS: Between May 2011 and December 2017, 90 localized excisional biopsies were included. All excisions were preceded by mammographically guided wire insertion. We divided them into two groups according to the use of IOUSG and compared the surgical outcomes between the two groups. RESULTS: Of the 90 localized excisions analyzed, IOUSG was performed in 40 (the USG group) localized excisions and not in the remaining 50 (the no USG group) localized excisions. The median cluster size of the target microcalcifications and the median specimen volume were smaller in the USG group than that in the no USG group (1.4 cm vs. 2.0 cm, p=0.02; 10.9 cm3 vs. 30.3 cm3, p<0.001, respectively). Additional excisions due to the incomplete coverage of the target microcalcifications on the specimen mammography were more frequent in the no USG group than in the USG group (30% vs. 15%, respectively, p<0.001). In the multivariate analyses, performing an IOUSG was the only significant risk factor, reducing the need for additional excision after adjusting the other risk factors (adjusted hazard ratio, 0.203; 95% confidence interval, 0.078–0.529). Performing an IOUSG significantly reduced the specimen volume excised after adjusting the cluster size of the microcalcifications. CONCLUSION: IOUSG could be helpful in improving the accuracy of surgical excision for breast microcalcifications localized with mammographically guided wire insertion.

Feasibility of ultrasound-guided absorbable retaining thread needle localization for nonpalpable breast lesions

PURPOSE: Absorbable retaining thread (ART) needle localization utilizes a guiding needle with a thread; this technique was invented to reduce patient discomfort and wire migration. We investigated the feasibility of ultrasound (US)-guided ART needle localization for nonpalpable breast lesions. METHODS: ART needle localization was performed for 26 nonpalpable breast lesions in 26 patients who were scheduled to undergo surgical excision the day after localization. Seventeen breast lesions were initially diagnosed as invasive ductal carcinoma, six as ductal carcinomas in situ, and one as fibrocystic change. The other two cases without an initial pathologic diagnosis had suspicious US features, and excision was planned concomitantly with contralateral breast cancer surgery. The primary outcome was the technical success rate of ART needle localization confirmed by US immediately after the procedure, and the secondary outcomes were the percentage of clear margins on pathology and the complication rate of ART needle localization. RESULTS: The technical success rate of ART needle localization was 96.2% (25 of 26 patients), and the ART was located 1 cm away from the mass in one patient (3.8%). The lesions were successfully removed with clear margins in all 26 patients. No significant complications related to ART needle localization were observed. CONCLUSION: ART needle localization can be an alternative to wire needle localization for nonpalpable breast lesions.

Near-Infrared Contrast Agents for Bone-Targeted Imaging

BACKGROUND: For the bone-specific imaging, a structure-inherent targeting of bone tissue recently has been reported a new strategy based on incorporation of targeting moieties into the chemical structure of near-infrared (NIR) contrast agents, while conventional methods require covalent conjugation of bone-targeting ligands to NIR contrast agents. This will be a new approach for bone-targeted imaging by using the bifunctional NIR contrast agents. METHODS: The goal of this review is to provide an overview of the recent advances in optical imaging of bone tissue, highlighting the structure-inherent targeting by developing NIR contrast agents without the need for a bone-targeting ligand such as bisphosphonates. RESULTS: A series of iminodiacetated and phosphonated NIR contrast agents for the structure-inherent targeting of bone tissue showed excellent bone-targeting ability in vivo without non-specific binding. Additionally, the phosphonated NIR contrast agents could be useful in the diagnosis of bone metastasis. CONCLUSION: By developing bone-targeted NIR contrast agents, optical imaging of bone tissue makes it very attractive for preclinical studies of bone growth or real-time fluorescence guided surgery resulting in high potential to shift the clinical paradigms.