Amniotic membrane transplantation for ocular surface burns / Transplante de membrana amniótica em queimaduras da superfície ocular

ABSTRACT Objective: To analyze the morphological and functional long-term outcomes of amniotic membrane transplantation after ocular surface chemical burns. Methods: This prospective study analyzed 7 patients who suffered from severe ocular surface burn and underwent amniotic membrane transplantation from 2015 to 2020 in Hospital de Clínicas - Universidade Federal do Paraná. Results: Out of the seven patients, six (85.7%) suffered unilateral burn and one (14.3%) suffered bilateral burn. Five of them had alkali burns (71.4%), one had acid burn (14.3%) and one suffered gunpowder fireworks burn (14.3%). Mean age was 29.4 years (±standard deviation 13.3, range 14.0 to 47.0 years). Mean visual acuity at first presentation was 1.83±0.79 logMAR (0.015 decimal) and mean VA after a follow-up of 1 year was 0.85±0.70 logMAR (0.141 decimal). The visual acuity significantly improved from 1.83±0.79 to 0.85±0.70 logMAR (p<0.05). Conclusion: Amniotic membrane transplantation is an effective adjunctive treatment in the management of ocular surface chemical burns with potential to improve the final vision outcome.

RESUMO Objetivo: Analisar os resultados morfológicos e funcionais a longo prazo do transplante de membrana amniótica após queimaduras químicas da superfície ocular. Métodos: Foi realizado um estudo prospectivo com análise de sete pacientes que sofreram queimaduras graves da superfície ocular e foram submetidos a transplante de membrana amniótica no período de 2015 a 2020 no Hospital de Clínicas da Universidade Federal do Paraná. Resultados: Dos sete pacientes, seis (85,7%) sofreram queimadura unilateral e um (14,3%) sofreu queimadura bilateral. Cinco deles sofreram queimaduras por álcali (71,4%), um por ácido (14,3%) e um por pólvora de fogo de artifício (14,3%). A média de idade foi de 29,4 anos (±desvio-padrão de 13,3, intervalo de 14,0 a 47,0 anos). A acuidade visual média na primeira apresentação foi de 1,83±0,79 logMAR (0,015 decimal) e, após 1 ano de seguimento, foi de 0,85±0,70 logMAR (0,141 decimal). A acuidade visual melhorou significativamente, de 1,83±0,79 para 0,85±0,70 logMAR (p<0,05). Conclusão: O transplante de membrana amniótica é um tratamento adjuvante eficaz no manejo de queimaduras químicas da superfície ocular com potencial para melhorar a visão final.

Ruptura prematura de membranas ovulares / Premature rupture of ovular membranes

La ruptura prematura de las membranas ovulares se define como la pérdida de la integridad del amnios y corion antes del inicio del trabajo de parto, afecta el 3 % de los embarazos, causa un tercio de los partos pretérminos, los cuales ocupan el 10,49 % de los nacimientos y es el origen de altos índices de morbimortalidad perinatal. En la actualidad, el manejo de esta patología se orienta principalmente en evitar los factores de riesgo, hacer un diagnóstico adecuado, determinar la edad gestacional en que ocurre, realizar el monitoreo exhaustivo del bienestar materno-fetal y en decidir el momento idóneo de finalización de la gestación para minimizar sus complicaciones. Debido a la compleja y lábil estructura histológica de las membranas ovulares, se ha dejado a un lado el tratamiento directo de la entidad el cual sería sellar o reparar el defecto en sí. En los últimos años, numerosos estudios y protocolos clínicos de prestigiosos centros asistenciales han servido como guía para el manejo de esta entidad, pero en muy pocos se observa una terapia destinada a la reparación de dichas membranas o en sellar tal defecto. Las evidencias científicas demuestran que la regeneración y reparación de las membranas es lenta y compleja y los tratamientos propuestos para reparar o sellar su defecto no han gozado de la aceptación científica para su aprobación, sin embargo, el uso del parche hemático transvaginal endocervical autólogo luce como una alternativa terapéutica prometedora(AU)

The premature rupture of the ovular membranes is defined as the loss of the integrity of the amnion and chorion before the on set of labor, affects 3% of pregnancies, causes athird of preterm births which occupy 10,49% of births and is the origin of high rates of perinatal morbidity and mortality. At present, the management of this pathology is mainly oriented towards avoiding risk factors, making an adequate diagnosis, determining the gestational age in which it occurs, carrying out exhaustive monitoring of maternal-fetal well-being and deciding the ideal moment to end the treatment. Pregnancy to minimizeits complications. Due to the complex and labile histological structure of the ovular membranes, the direct treatment of the entity has been set a side, which would be to seal or repairthe defect it self. In recent years, numerous studies and clinicalprotocols from prestigious health care centers have served as aguide for the management of this entity, but very few have observed a therapy aimed at repairing said membranes or sealing such a defect. Scientific evidence shows that the regeneration and repair of the membranes is slow and complex and the treatment sproposed to repair or seal their defect have not enjoyed scientific acceptance for their approval, how ever, the use of the autologous endocervical transvaginal blood patch looks like a promising therapeutic alternative(AU)

Efficacy of treatment of class II furcation lesions using membrane associated with bone grafting in mandibular molars compared to membrane only: a systematic review and meta-analysis / Eficacia del tratamiento de lesiones de furca grado II utilizando membrana asociada con injerto óseo en molares mandibulares en comparación con solamente membrana: revisión sistemática y metanálisis

Objective: The objective of the present systematic review and meta-analysis was to compare treatment with membrane associated with bone grafting and treatment exclusively with membrane in the approach of Class II furcation defects in mandibular molars. Materials and Methods: The Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses statement was followed. Searches were conducted in five databases (PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Ovid, and Lilacs), in Septem-ber 2021, without restriction regarding publication year or language. Studies comparing membranes associated with bone grafting and membranes exclusively in the treatment of Class II furcation lesions were included. Cross-sectional, case-control studies, and reviews were excluded. Study selection, data extraction, and risk of bias assessment (MINORS) were performed by two review authors. The certainty of the evidence (GRADE) was evaluated and meta-analysis was performed. Mean difference (MD) and 95% confidence interval (CI) were provided. Results: Four hundred eighty-six references were iden-tified and four studies were included. Greater reduction in probing depth [MD = 0.32 (CI = 0.09, 0.56)] and greater clinical attachment level gain [MD = 0.41 (CI = 0.24, 0.57)] were observed when membrane and bone grafting were used. The risk of bias of included studies was low. Conclusions: This present systematic review and meta-analysis demonstrated that treatment of Class II furcation defects in mandibular molars using membrane and bone grafing is significantly more efficacious than treatment with the exclusive use of membrane.

Objetivo: El objetivo de la presente revisión sistemática y metanálisis fue comparar el tratamiento con membrana asociado a injerto óseo y el tratamiento exclusivamente con membrana en el abordaje de lesiones de furca grado II en molares mandibulares. Materiales y Métodos: Se siguió la declaración de elementos de informe preferidos para revisiones sistemáticas y metanálisis (PRISMA). Las búsquedas se realizaron en cinco bases de datos (PubMed, Web of Science, Scopus, Ovid y Lilacs), en septiembre de 2021, sin restricción de año de publicación o idioma. Se incluyeron estudios que compararon membranas asociadas con injertos óseos y membranas exclusivamente en el tratamiento de lesiones de furca de grado II. Se excluyeron los estudios transversales, de casos y controles y las revisiones. Dos revisores realizaron la selección de estudios, la extracción de datos y la evaluación del riesgo de sesgo (MINORS). Se evaluó la certeza de la evidencia (GRADE) y se realizó un metanálisis. Se proporcionaron la diferencia de medias (DM) y el intervalo de confianza (IC) del 95%. Resultados: Se identificaron 486 referencias y se incluyeron cuatro estudios. Se observó una mayor reducción en la profundidad de sondaje [DM = 0,32 (IC = 0,09, 0,56)] y una mayor ganancia en el nivel de inserción clínica [DM = 0,41 (IC= 0,24, 0,57)] cuando se utilizaron injertos de membrana y hueso. El riesgo de sesgo de los estudios incluidos fue bajo. Conclusión: La presente revisión sistemática y metanálisis demostró que el tratamiento de los defectos de furca de grado II en molares mandibulares utilizando membrana e injertos de hueso es significativamente más eficaz que el tratamiento con el uso exclusivo de membrana.

Factores asociados con el éxito de una prueba de trabajo de parto después de cesárea (TOLAC) sin antecedente de parto / Factors associated with the success of a trial of labor after cesarean section (TOLAC) without a history of vaginal delivery

Resumen OBJETIVO: Determinar los factores asociados con una prueba de trabajo de parto después de una cesárea exitosa en mujeres sin antecedente de parto previo. MATERIALES Y MÉTODOS: Estudio observacional de casos y controles, longitudinal, retrospectivo y analítico efectuado en pacientes atendidas entre el 2017 y 2020 en el Hospital Ángeles Lomas, con embarazo único de más de 37 semanas, con una prueba de trabajo de parto, con una cesárea previa y sin parto previo. Se compararon las variables independientes entre el grupo que logró una prueba exitosa de trabajo de parto después de cesárea con las del grupo con prueba fallida. Para el análisis estadístico se utilizó el programa SPSS de IBM, versión 21. Todas las variables categóricas se expresan en frecuencias y porcentajes. RESULTADOS: Se incluyeron 135 pacientes con prueba de trabajo de parto después de cesárea de las que 65 (48.1%) tuvieron parto (prueba exitosa) y 70 (51.8%) cesárea (prueba fallida). Hubo una mayor proporción de trabajo de parto espontáneo en el grupo con prueba exitosa en comparación con el grupo con prueba fallida (66.2% en comparación con 37.1%). No hubo diferencias significativas en cuanto a la conducción del trabajo de parto, integridad de membranas amnióticas al ingreso, horas de trabajo de parto y peso al nacer. CONCLUSIONES: Un índice de masa corporal menor, un trabajo de parto espontáneo y una mayor dilatación al ingreso se asociaron, significativamente, con una prueba exitosa de trabajo de parto después de cesárea. La integridad de las membranas, la duración de la prueba y el peso al nacer no tuvieron diferencias significativas entre los grupos.

Abstract OBJECTIVE: To determine the factors associated with a trial of labor after a successful cesarean section in women with no history of previous delivery. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Observational case-control, longitudinal, retrospective, analytical, retrospective study performed in patient attended between 2017 and 2020 at Hospital Ángeles Lomas, with a singleton pregnancy of more than 37 weeks, with a trial of labor, with a previous cesarean section and no history of previous delivery. The independent variables were compared between the group that achieved a successful trial of labor after cesarean section with those of the group with failed trial. For statistical analysis, the IBM SPSS program, version 21, was used. All categorical variables are expressed in frequencies and percentages. RESULTS: We included 135 patients with trial of labor after cesarean section of whom 65 (48.1%) had labor (successful trial) and 70 (51.8%) had cesarean section (failed trial). There was a higher proportion of spontaneous labor in the successful trial group compared to the failed trial group (66.2% compared to 37.1%). There were no significant differences in labor conduction, amniotic membrane integrity on admission, hours of labor, and birth weight. CONCLUSIONS: Lower body mass index, spontaneous labor, and greater dilation on admission were significantly associated with a successful trial of labor after cesarean section. Membrane integrity, length of trial, and birth weight had no significant differences between groups.

¿Son útiles los antimicrobianos en pacientes con trabajo de parto prematuro, espontáneo, membranas intactas e infección bacteriana ascendente? Una revisión narrativa

El parto prematuro (PP) es la principal causa de morbilidad/mortalidad perinatal y frecuentemente es espontáneo, con membranas intactas (MI). La infección intrauterina es su causa más común en un hospital público de Chile. Existe evidencia que la infección bacteriana ascendente desde la vagina es responsable de la infección/inflamación intraamniótica, del PP y de los resultados adversos maternos y perinatales. Esta revisión narrativa incluye ensayos controlados aleatorizados (ECAs), publicados en PubMed, Cochrane, Embase, Scielo, Science Direct, Wiley Online Library, sobre los mecanismos que intervienen en el ascenso de la infección vaginal, los factores infecciosos que participan en el resultado adverso materno-perinatal y la eficacia de los antimicrobianos en estos casos. Estos trabajos no recomiendan usar antimicrobianos profilácticos porque producen daño a corto y largo plazo en los hijos. Pero este resultado tiene sesgo porque no se evaluó la presencia de infección/inflamación subclínica, lo que disminuye el grado de recomendación. También existen ECAs, que erradican la infección/inflamación intraamniótica, reducen la morbilidad/mortalidad neonatal, pero son trabajos aislados, obtenidos de subanálisis, con bajo nivel de evidencia. Se requieren revisiones sistemáticas y metaanális de ECAs con estudio de infección/inflamación subclínica para evaluar si son útiles los antimicrobianos en el PP espontáneo con MI.

Preterm labor (PL) is the leading cause of perinatal morbidity/ mortality and is frequently spontaneous with intact membranes (IM). Intrauterine infection is its most common cause in a public hospital in Chile. There is evidence that ascending bacterial infection from the vagina is responsible for intraamniotic infection/inflammation, PL, and adverse maternal and perinatal outcomes. This narrative review includes randomized controlled trials (RCTs), published in PubMed, Cochrane, Embase, Scielo, Science Direct, Wiley Online Library on the mechanisms involved in the rise of vaginal infection, the infectious factors involved in adverse maternal-perinatal outcomes, and the efficacy of antibiotics in these cases. They do not recommend the use of prophylactic antibiotics because they cause short and long-term damage to children. But this result is biased because the presence of subclinical infection/inflammation was not evaluated, which lowers the degree of recommendation. There are also RCTs that eradicate intra-amniotic infection/inflammation, reduce neonatal morbidity/ mortality, but they are isolated studies, obtained from subanalyses, with a low level of evidence. Systematic reviews and meta-analyses of RCTs with subclinical infection/inflammation study are required to assess whether antibiotics are useful in spontaneous PL with IM.

Riesgo de enfermedad cardiovascular y cerebrovascular a largo plazo en mujeres con antecedente personal de abrupción placentaria

La salud materna y perinatal es una de las prioridades actuales de la salud global. La enfermedad cardiovascular y el accidente cerebrovascular son las principales causas de mortalidad materna. La abrupción placentaria sigue siendo una preocupación crítica para la morbilidad materna debido a que se ha asociado a enfermedad vascular a largo plazo. Sin embargo, no existe mucha literatura disponible en español ni evidencia reciente que haya dilucidado algunas interrogantes sobre este tópico. Entonces, el objetivo de esta revisión consiste en sintetizar evidencia reciente sobre el riesgo de enfermedad cardiovascular y cerebrovascular a largo plazo en mujeres con antecedente personal de abrupción placentaria. Se encontró que, a través de mecanismos fisiopatológicos complejos, que involucran la estructura y funcionalidad de la red vascular placentaria con posterior extensión de lesión vascular y producción de factores proinflamatorios y procoagulantes que permanecen después del parto, se precipita la aparición de eventos cardiovasculares mayores a mediano y largo plazo. Evidencia de alta calidad ha revelado que el riesgo de sufrir de complicaciones maternas en aquellas mujeres con abrupción placentaria es de 2,14, que se eleva aún más para aquellas con desprendimiento severo. A mediano y largo plazo, el riesgo de mortalidad por cardiopatía coronaria es de 2,64, y de 1,70 para desorden cerebrovascular, con igual riesgo tanto para el tipo isquémico como hemorrágico. Entonces, se puede concluir que el riesgo cardiovascular y cerebrovascular es inminente en mujeres con antecedente de abrupción placentaria, dado por numerosos mecanismos fisiopatológicos vasculares. No obstante, este riesgo se eleva considerablemente al asociarse con factores modificables tradicionales y no tradicionales.

Maternal and perinatal health is one of today's global health priorities. Cardiovascular disease and stroke are the leading causes of maternal mortality. Placental abruption remains a critical concern for maternal morbidity because it has been associated with long-term vascular disease. However, there is neither much literature available in Spanish nor recent evidence elucidating some questions on this topic. Thus, this review aims to synthesize recent evidence on the long-term risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease in women with a personal history of placental abruption. It was found that, through complex pathophysiological mechanisms involving the structure and functionality of the placental vascular network with subsequent extension of vascular injury and production of proinflammatory and procoagulant factors which remain after delivery, major cardiovascular events are precipitated in the medium and long term. High-quality evidence has shown that the risk of maternal complications in women with placental abruption accounts for 2.14, rising even higher for those with severe placental abruption. In the medium and long term, the mortality risk caused by coronary heart diseases is 2.64 and by cerebrovascular disorders is 1.70, with equal risk for both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. It can therefore be concluded that cardiovascular and cerebrovascular risk is imminent in women with a history of placental abruption due to a number of vascular pathophysiological mechanisms. However, this risk is considerably increased when associated with traditional and non-traditional modifiable factors.

Correlação Inexistente entre o Ciclo Lunar no Trabalho de Parto e Ruptura Prematura de Membranas em uma Amostra de Parturientes do Sul de Santa Catarina / No Correlation between the Lunar Cycle in Labor and Premature Rupture of Membranes in a Sample of Parturients from Southern Santa Catarina

Introdução: De acordo com as culturas mais antigas, a luz da lua é responsável pela fertilidade da terra e concepção dos animais, estendendo esse entendimento ao organismo materno. Este trabalho teve como objetivo analisar a ocorrência de trabalho de parto e ruptura prematura de membranas ovulares nas diferentes fases da lua e em suas mudanças. Métodos: Amostra composta por gestantes admitidas em um hospital do sul de Santa Catarina por trabalho de parto ou ruptura prematura de membranas ovulares, no ano de 2018, baseado em informações obtidas pela análise de prontuários. Resultados: Houve discreto aumento do número de partos na lua nova (19,2%) e mudança para lua nova (11,7%), porém sem significância estatística. Motivo de internação, via de parto e paridade não estiveram associados à lua e suas mudanças de fase. Não se observou relação entre meses do ano e motivo de internação. Conclusão: Verificou-se que a lua e suas mudanças de fase não denotaram um maior número de admissões hospitalares por trabalho de parto ou ruptura prematura de membranas ovulares, contrariando a crença popular.

Introduction: According to ancient cultures, the moonlight is responsible for the fertility of the earth and the conception of animals, extending this understanding to the maternal organism. This study aimed to analyze the occurrence of labor and premature rupture of ovular membranes in different phases of the moon and its changes. Methods: The sample was composed of pregnant women admitted to a hospital in southern Santa Catarina for labor or premature rupture of ovular membranes in 2018, based on information obtained by analyzing medical records. Results: There was a slight increase in the number of deliveries during the new moon (19.2%) and a change to the new moon (11.7%) but without statistical significance. Reason for hospitalization, mode of delivery, and parity were not associated with the moon and its phase changes. No relationship was observed between the months of the year and the reason for hospitalization. Conclusion: It was verified that the moon and its phase changes did not denote a higher number of hospital admissions for labor or premature rupture of ovular membranes, contrary to popular belief.

Complicaciones materno-fetales en embarazadas añosas. Centro de salud san jacinto de buena fe, 2020 / Maternal-fetal complications in elderly pregnant women. San Jacinto de Buena Fe Health Center, 2020

El embarazo añoso representa una problemática de salud pública debido a sus repercusiones en el binomio madre-hijo. Objetivo. Determinar las complicaciones materno-fetales en embarazadas añosas atendidas en el Centro de Salud Tipo C San Jacinto de Buena Fe durante el periodo enero y diciembre del 2020. Materiales y métodos. El diseño de investigación observacional, cuantitativo, retrospectivo, descriptivo de corte transversal con una muestra de 80 gestantes mayores de 35 años, como instrumento se empleó un formulario de recolección de datos que constó de 12 ítems validados por un juicio de expertos. Resultados. Las caracteristicas sociodemográficas de interés en las pacientes del estudio fueron: grupo etario de 35-37 años con el 67,2 %, unión libre con 52,5 %, grado de instrucción primario con el 46,3 % y procedencia rural en el 95 %; entre las complicaciones maternas: ruptura prematura de membranas con el 25 %, trastornos hipertensivos en el 16,2 % y aborto espontáneo con el 13,7 %; las complicaciones fetales: prematuridad con el 17,5 %, bajo peso al nacer con el 17,5 % y síndrome de dificultad respiratoria con el 11,2%. Conclusión. Fue posible establecer las características sociodemográficas de interés en la muestra de estudio, identificar algunos factores de riesgo de complicaciones y determinar las complicaciones que comprometen a la madre y al hijo/a en embarazos de edad avanzada.

Elderly pregnancy represents a public health problem due to its repercussions on the mother-child binomial. Objective. To determine the maternal-fetal complications in elderly pregnant women treated at the San Jacinto de Buena Fe Type C Health Center during the period January and December 2020. Materials and methods. The observational, quantitative, retrospective, descriptive cross-sectional research design with a sample of 80 pregnant women over 35 years of age, as an instrument a data collection form that consisted of 12 items validated by an expert judgment was used. Results. The sociodemographic characteristics of interest in the study patients were age group 35-37 years with 67.2%, free union with 52.5%, grade of primary education with 46.3% and rural origin in 95 %; among maternal complications: premature rupture of membranes with 25%, hypertensive disorders in 16.2% and spontaneous abortion with 13.7%; fetal complications: prematurity with 17.5%, low birth weight with 17.5% and respiratory distress syndrome with 11.2%. Conclusion. It was possible to establish the sociodemographic characteristics of interest in the study sample, identify some risk factors for complications, and determine the complications that affect the mother and the child in older pregnancies(AU)

El prematuro tardío, ¿qué sabemos desde el punto de vista perinatal? / The late premature, what do we know from the perinatal point of view?

Resumen El parto prematuro es la principal causa de morbimortalidad neonatal en Chile. Los prematuros tardíos, definidos como nacimientos entre 34 semanas con 0 días (34+0) y 36 semanas con 6 días (36+6) de gestación, representan el 70-80% de los prematuros y se asocian a baja morbilidad y excepcional mortalidad si se comparan con partos bajo 34 semanas, pero significativamente mayor al compararlos con partos de término. Los prematuros tardíos son el resultado de diversas condiciones obstétricas, tales como síndromes hipertensivos del embarazo, rotura prematura de membranas, colestasia intrahepática del embarazo y comorbilidad médica. El propósito de esta revisión es actualizar la información asociada a los prematuros tardíos y dar una visión de las tendencias en el uso de corticoides y el manejo expectante de la rotura prematura de membranas con el objetivo de disminuir las complicaciones en este grupo de prematuros.

Abstract Preterm delivery is the most important cause of neonatal morbidity and mortality in Chile. Late preterm, defined as deliveries between 34 +0 and 36+6-weeks accounts for 70-80% of preterm and is associated with non-severe morbidity and extremely low mortality when compared with deliveries below 34 weeks but significantly high when compared with full term babies. Late preterm deliveries are a result of several obstetric conditions, such a hypertensive disorder, premature rupture of membranes, intrahepatic cholestasis, and maternal medical comorbidities. The purpose of this review is to update the information associated with the risks of late preterm and to guide in the new trends in the application of steroid and expectant management for premature rupture of membranes in order to reduce the frequency of late preterm.

Fibrina rica en plaquetas aplicada en conjunto con biomodificación alveolar en la regeneración ósea guiada. Reporte de caso / Platelet rich fibrin applied in conjunction with alveolar biomodification in guided bone regeneration. Case report

Resumen Debido a los diferentes problemas existentes a la hora de realizar procedimientos implantológicos por la calidad del remanente óseo y el estado de los tejidos periodontales en la zona a rehabilitar, existen opciones de regeneración ósea inducida que muestran tasas de éxito considerablemente favorables al ser empleadas en casos donde es necesario una regeneración ósea extensa capaz de soportar un implante dental. El objetivo del presente estudio es describir el éxito en la regeneración ósea por medio de alternativas combinadas de fibrina rica en plaquetas y modificación biológica con tetraciclina. Reporte del caso clínico: paciente femenina de 67 años que consulta por inflamación, supuración y dolor en la zona antero-superior. Es diagnosticada como absceso periapical crónico, se hace cirugía de extracción de órganos dentales, posterior a eso se hace descontaminación y adaptación de los alveolos con tetraciclina para realizar la regeneración ósea guiada con fibrina rica en plaquetas, hueso tipo Lumina Bone Porous y Lumina Coat, luego se espera el proceso de evolución para colocación de implantes dentales. El éxito obtenido con el uso de fibrina rica en plaquetas y la biomodificacion ósea como coadyuvante en la desinfección de la zona a tratar, logró mostrar resultados altamente favorables en el proceso de regeneración ósea guiada.

Abstract As the different problems that exist when carrying out implant procedures due to the quality of the bone remnant and the state of the existing periodontal tissues in the area to be rehabilitated, there are induced bone regeneration options that show considerably favorable success rates as they are used in cases where extensive bone regeneration is necessary to support a dental implant. The objective of the present study is to describe the success in bone regeneration using combined alternatives of platelet-rich fibrin and biological modification with tetracycline. Report of the clinical case: 67-year-old female patient consulted for inflammation and suppuration and pain in the upper antero-superior area, she was diagnosed as chronic periapical abscess, dental organ extraction surgery was performed, after that decontamination and adaptation of the alveoli was performed with tetracycline to perform guided bone regeneration with platelet-rich fibrin, Coat membrane and Lumina bone criteria, then wait for the evolution process to place dental implants. The success obtained with the use of FRP and bone biomodification as an adjuvant in the disinfection of the area to be treated achieved to show highly favorable results in the guided bone regeneration process.

Beta-gonadotropina coriónica humana cualitativa, herramienta diagnóstica de rotura prematura de membranas ovulares en Honduras / Qualitative human beta chorionic gonadotropin for the diagnosis of premature rupture of membranes in Honduras

RESUMEN Objetivo : Analizar la beta gonadotropina coriónica humana (β-hCG) cualitativa como método diagnóstico de rotura prematura de membranas ovulares (RPM). Métodos: Estudio de casos y controles, prospectivo, con muestra no probabilística por conveniencia, de 90 mujeres entre 24 y 40 semanas de gestación divididas en dos grupos: grupo de estudio (45 pacientes con diagnóstico clínico de RPM) y grupo control (45 pacientes hospitalizadas sin RPM). Se realizó lavado o aspirado vaginal para determinar cualitativamente la β-hCG en kits comerciales de medición β-hCG con umbral de 25 mUI/mL, así también la prueba en papel de nitrazina. Resultados: La sensibilidad, especificidad, valor predictivo positivo y valor predictivo negativo para la prueba de β-hCG-25 fueron 77,8% (IC95%, 63,7 a 87,5), 82,2% (IC95%, 68,7 a 90,7), 81,4% y 78,7%, respectivamente. La precisión diagnóstica fue de 80,0% (0,6 índice kappa Landis & Koch) versus 75,6% para la pH-metría con nitrazina. Conclusiones: La prueba cualitativa de β-hCG mostró un valor diagnóstico representativo y puede corroborar el diagnóstico temprano de RPM, recomendándola por ser una prueba simple, rápida, accesible y de bajo costo.

ABSTRACT Objective : To analyze qualitative human beta chorionic gonadotropin (β-hCG) as a diagnostic method for premature rupture of membranes (PROM). Methods : Prospective case-control study, with a non-probabilistic sample by convenience, of 90 women between 24 and 40 weeks of gestation divided into two groups: study group (45 patients with clinical diagnosis of PROM) and control group (45 patients hospitalized without PROM). Vaginal lavage or aspirate was performed to qualitatively determine β-hCG in commercial β-hCG measurement kits with threshold of 25 mUI/mL as well as nitrazine paper test. Results : The sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, and negative predictive value for the β-hCG-25 test were 77.8% (95% CI, 63.7-87.5), 82.2% (95% CI, 68.7-90.7), 81.4%, and 78.7%, respectively. Diagnostic accuracy was 80.0% (0.6 Landis & Koch kappa index) versus 75.6% for nitrazine pH-metry. Conclusions : The qualitative β-hCG test showed a representative diagnostic value and can corroborate the early diagnosis of PROM, recommending it as a simple, rapid, accessible and low-cost test.

Avaliação da membrana de colágeno de peixe na regeneração óssea guiada: estudo histológico, histomorfométrico, imunoistoquímico, micro tomográfico em calotas de ratos / Evaluation of fish collagen membrane in guided bone regeneration: histological, histomorphometric, immunohistochemical, micro tomographic study on ice caps rats

O processo de regeneração óssea guiada é amplamente conhecido na literatura, e para que essa técnica possa ser realizada com sucesso a escolha da barreira biológica no tocante ao seu tempo de degradação e sua reação tecidual é de fundamental importância. Assim, o objetivo deste estudo foi avaliar o processo de reparo de defeitos ósseos críticos em calotas de ratos, utilizando o princípio de osteopromoção, comparando a membrana teste de colágeno de peixe funcionalizando com hidroxiapatita com as membrana de colágeno bovino associada à hidroxiapatita e a membrana de colágeno porcino. Para o estudo foram utilizados 96 ratos Albinus Wistar, divididos em quatro grupos, sendo 24 animais para cada grupo: Grupos BG (BioGide®); CB (ColHap®); CP (colágeno de peixe) e CG (Coágulo) analisados em quatro tempos experimentais, 7, 15, 30 e 60 dias. Os resultados mostraram um perfil inflamatório maior no grupo CP em relação aos grupos BG e CB (p< 0,05) nos primeiros 15 dias. O grupo CP, aos 60 dias apresentou um bom potencial osteopromotor ao compará-lo com o grupo BG (p = 0,199) e o grupo CB demonstrou o menor desempenho osteopromotor. Na análise tridimensional, os resultados anteriores foram confirmados com o pior desempenho em relação a menor média detecido ósseo neoformado para o grupo CP de 9,560mm3 , CB com 11,850mm3 e BG 14,247mm3 (p< 0,05). Concluí-se que as membranas aqui estudadas tiveram um bom comportamento biológico, e todas auxiliaram no processo de regeneração óssea guiada e que a membrana de colágeno de peixe teve um bom desempenho na osteopromoção óssea(AU)

Guided bone regeneration is a widely described alveolar ridge augmentation technique that has been shown to produce excellent and reproducible results with high long-term success rates in several studies. Thus, this study aimed to evaluate the bone repair of critical size defects calavaria using an osteopromotive principle the fish collagen membrane functionalized with hydroxyapatite compare to collagen membrane associated with hydroxyapatite and porcine membrane. For the study, 96 Albinus Wistar rats were used, divided into four groups, with 24 animals for each group: Groups BG (BioGide®); CB (ColHap®); CP (fish collagen) and CG (clot) analyzed in four experimental times, 7, 15, 30 and 60 days. The results showed a higher inflammatory profile in the CP group compared to the BG and CB groups (p< 0.05) in the first 15 days after the surgery. The CP group, at 60 days, showed a good osteopromotor potential when compared with the BG group (p = 0.199) and the CB group showed the smaller osteopromotor performance. In the three-dimensional analysis, the previous results were confirmed with the worst performance in relation to the lowest mean of neoformed bone tissue for the CP group of 9.56mm3 , CB with 11.85mm3 and BG 14.247mm3 (p< 0.05). In conclusion with the results obtained by this work, the membranes studied here had a good biological behavior, and all of them helped in the guided bone regeneration process and the fish collagen membrane performed well in bone osteopromotion(AU)

Caracterización tomográfica de las membranas en pacientes con hematoma subdural crónico

Introducción: El hematoma subdural crónico es un hematoma encapsulado por dos membranas interna y externa. Existen diferentes clasificaciones imagenológicas que incluyen las características de estas lesiones, pero la presencia de las membranas y sus características es un aspecto poco descrito. Objetivo: Describir las características tomográficas de las membranas de los hematomas subdurales crónicos. Métodos: Se realizó un estudio descriptivo en el Servicio de Neurocirugía en conjunto con el Servicio de Imagenología, del Hospital Universitario Manuel Ascunce Domenech durante el año 2021. Se incluyeron 20 pacientes adultos que fueron operados con el diagnóstico de hematoma subdural crónico. Las membranas se caracterizaron de acuerdo con su densidad, grosor, número de capas, morfología y extensión. Resultados: Predominaron los pacientes de más de 65 años del sexo masculino, con hematomas unilaterales más frecuentes del lado izquierdo. El volumen promedio fue de 150 ml y el diámetro fue de 3 cm. Fueron más frecuentes las membranas finas, hiperdensas, incompletas, de una sola capa y la morfología fue variable. Conclusiones: Las membranas que conforman el hematoma subdural crónico pueden observarse en la tomografía axial computarizada. Se han encontrado diferentes tipos de membranas de acuerdo con su densidad, grosor, morfología, extensión y presencia de tabiques. La presencia de una membrana gruesa o fina con tabiques, puede tener indicación de una craneotomía que permita la resección cuidadosa de la membrana parietal y la apertura suficiente de la visceral para facilitar la re expansión cerebral y disminuir la incidencia de recolecciones.

Introduction: Chronic subdural hematoma is a hematoma encapsulated by two internal and external membranes. There are different imaging classifications that include the characteristics of these lesions, but the presence of the membranes and their characteristics is a little described aspect. Objective: To describe the tomographic characteristics of the membranes of chronic subdural hematomas. Methods: A descriptive study was carried out in the Neurosurgery service in conjunction with the Imaging service of the Manuel Ascunce Domenech University Hospital during the year 2021. 20 adult patients who underwent surgery with the diagnosis of chronic subdural hematoma were included. The membranes were characterized according to their density, thickness, number of layers, morphology and extension. Results: Male patients over 65 years of age predominated, with more frequent unilateral hematomas on the left side. The average volume was 150 ml and the diameter was 3 cm. Thin, hyperdense, incomplete, single-layer membranes were more frequent, and the morphology was variable. Conclusions: The membranes that make up the chronic subdural hematoma can be seen on computerized axial tomography. Different types of membranes have been found according to their density, thickness, morphology, extension and presence of septa. The presence of a thick or thin membrane with septa may indicate a craniotomy that allows careful resection of the parietal membrane and sufficient opening of the visceral membrane to facilitate brain re-expansion and reduce the incidence of recollections.

Beneficios de los antibióticos en la rotura prematura de membranas de pretérmino y factores que intervienen en la eficacia del tratamiento: revisión narrativa / Benefits of antibiotics in preterm premature rupture of membranes and factors involved in the efficacy of the treatment: narrative review

Resumen El parto prematuro es la principal causa de morbilidad y de mortalidad perinatal, y hasta un tercio de los casos presentan rotura prematura de membranas. La infección intrauterina que asciende desde la vagina es su principal causa en un hospital público de Chile. Esta revisión narrativa mediante búsqueda en PubMed, Cochrane, Embase, Scielo, Science Direct y Wiley Online Library incluye estudios publicados sobre los diferentes factores infecciosos que intervienen en el resultado adverso perinatal y la eficacia de los antibióticos en la rotura prematura de membranas de pretérmino. Además, contiene recomendaciones de sociedades científicas sobre el uso de antibióticos en estos casos. Los ensayos concluyen que los antimicrobianos prolongan el embarazo, disminuyen la corioamnionitis clínica y reducen variadas morbilidades neonatales, pero no reducen la mortalidad perinatal ni las secuelas tardías en la infancia. Los resultados adversos obstétricos, especialmente los neonatales, y las secuelas dependen de la existencia de invasión microbiana de la cavidad amniótica o de infección cérvico-vaginal, de la virulencia de los microorganismos aislados, del compromiso inflamatorio/infeccioso de la placenta (corioamnionitis histológica, funisitis) y de la respuesta inflamatoria fetal. Para mejorar los resultados adversos obstétricos neonatales en la rotura prematura de membranas de pretérmino, los esquemas de antibióticos deben ser eficaces, cubriendo el amplio espectro microbiológico existente y actuando sobre los factores infecciosos implicados en la gravedad de la infección. Además, deben administrarse de manera intensiva y prolongada hasta el parto.

Abstract Preterm birth is the leading cause of perinatal morbidity and mortality, and up to a third of them have premature rupture of membranes. Intrauterine infection that rises from the vagina is its main cause in a public hospital in Chile. This narrative review by searching PubMed, Cochrane, Embase, Scielo, Science Direct and Wiley Online Library includes published studies of the different infectious factors involved in perinatal adverse outcome and of the efficacy of antibiotics in preterm premature rupture of membranes. It also contains recommendations from scientific societies on the use of antibiotics in these cases. These trials conclude that antimicrobials prolong pregnancy, decrease clinical chorioamnionitis, and reduce various neonatal morbidities, but do not reduce perinatal mortality or infant sequelae. Obstetric and especially neonatal adverse outcomes in these patients depend on the existence of microbial invasion of the amniotic cavity and/or cervicovaginal infection, of the virulence of the isolated microorganisms, of inflammatory/infectious involvement of the placenta (histological chorioamnionitis, funisitis) and fetal inflammatory response. To improve adverse neonatal obstetric outcomes in preterm premature rupture of membranes, antibiotic regimens must be effective, covering the wide existing microbiological spectrum and acting on infectious factors responsible for the severity of the infection. In addition, they must be administered aggressively and for a long time until delivery.

Preterm premature rupture of membranes: management between 28 and 34 weeks of pregnancy / Ruptura prematura de membranas pré-termo: conduta entre 28 e 34 semanas de gestação

INTRODUCTION: Premature rupture of membranes remains a challenge for professionals due to the high rates of maternal and neonatal morbidity and mortality, mainly related to complications resulting from prematurity. OBJECTIVE: To analyze the scientific production about premature rupture of membranes in pregnancies above 28 weeks and below 34 weeks. METHODS: Integrative literature review carried out in the Lilacs, SciELO, Medline and Cochrane Library databases, between 2014 and 2018, in Portuguese, English and Spanish, including original articles, available in full online, with free access, that addressed the study theme, using the keywords "premature rupture of ovular membranes", "premature labor" and "pregnancy complications" combined using the Boolean operators "AND" and "OR". RESULTS: Fourteen studies were included. It was possible to highlight the main recommendations regarding preterm premature rupture of membranes, divided into six categories for discussion, namely: indications for expectant management and delivery induction, prophylactic antibiotic therapy, prenatal corticosteroids, use of tocolytics, recommendations regarding the use of magnesium sulfate and amniocentesis. CONCLUSION: It was identified that expectant management is the ideal approach, with constant monitoring of the pregnant woman and the fetus, in addition to the administration of prophylactic antibiotics and prenatal corticosteroids, in the face of premature rupture of membranes in pregnancies between 28 and 34 weeks in order to provide the best maternal and perinatal results, guiding health professionals to evidence-based practice.

INTRODUÇÃO: A ruptura prematura de membranas continua a ser um desafio para os profissionais devido às altas taxas de morbimortalidade materna e neonatal, relacionada principalmente às complicações decorrentes da prematuridade. OBJETIVO: Analisar a produção científica acerca das evidências frente a ruptura prematura de membranas em gestações acima de 28 semanas e abaixo de 34 semanas. MÉTODOS: Revisão integrativa da literatura realizada nas bases de dados Lilacs, SciELO, Medline e Cochrane Library, entre 2014-2018, em português, inglês e espanhol, incluídos artigos originais, disponíveis completos online, com acesso livre, que abordassem a temática do estudo, utilizando os descritores "ruptura prematura de membranas ovulares", "trabalho de parto prematuro" e "complicações na gravidez" combinados por meio dos operadores booleanos "AND" e "OR". RESULTADOS: Foram incluídos 14 estudos, nos quais foi possível evidenciar as principais recomendações frente a ruptura prematura de membranas fetais pré-termo, divididos em seis categorias para discussão, sendo elas: indicações para o manejo expectante e indução do parto, antibioticoterapia profilática, corticosteroides pré-natais, uso de tocolíticos, recomendações quanto ao uso de sulfato de magnésio e realização de amniocentese. CONCLUSÃO: O estudo possibilitou identificar que o manejo expectante é a conduta ideal, com monitorização constante da gestante e do feto, além da administração de antibióticos profiláticos e corticosteroides pré-natais, frente a ruptura prematura de membranas em gestações entre 28 e 34 semanas a fim de proporcionar os melhores resultados maternos e perinatais, guiando os profissionais da saúde para uma prática baseada em evidências.

Potencial de regeneração óssea guiada das membranas de colágeno porcino (Jason e Collprotect Straumann®): estudo histológico, histomorfométrico e Micro TC em defeitos ósseos de calvária de ratos / Potential for guided bone regeneration of porcine collagen membranes (Jason and Collprotect Straumann): histological, histomorphometric, and Micro CT study in bone defects of rat calvaria

A regeneração óssea guiada (ROG) tornou-se uma prática comum na Implantodontia e para sua realização, é necessário o uso de membranas que auxiliem neste processo. As membranas absorvíveis têm mostrado vantagens em relação às membranas não absorvíveis e entre as características mais relevantes das membranas absorvíveis estão: o aporte vascular, suporte mecânico do tecido ósseo e a não necessidade de um segundo estágio cirúrgico. Esse estudo teve como objetivo avaliar e comparar, por meio das análises histológica, histomorfométrica e Micro TC o potencial osteopromotor de duas membranas de colágeno porcino comercialmente disponíveis em defeitos críticos de calvária de ratos. Para o estudo foram utilizados 96 ratos Albinus Wistar, divididos em quatro grupos, sendo 24 animais para cada grupo: Grupos BG (BioGide®); JS (Jason®); CS (Collprotect®) e CG (Coágulo) analisados em quatro tempos experimentais, 7, 15, 30 e 60 dias. Os resultados mostraram um perfil inflamatório mais agressivo dos grupos JS e CS em relação ao grupo BG (p<005). O grupo JS, aos 60 dias apresentou um potencial osteopromotor satisfatório ao compara-lo com o grupo BG (p=0,193) e o grupo CS demonstrou o pior desempenho osteopromotor. Na análise tridimensional, os resultados anteriores foram confirmados com o pior desempenho em relação a menor média de tecido ósseo neoformado para o grupo CS de 84,901 mm², JS com 246,802 mm² e BG 319,834 mm² (p<0,05). Podemos concluir que apesar das membranas serem compostas pelo mesmo material, as diferentes áreas de obtenção, espessuras e técnicas de tratamento da membrana, podem interferir no seu comportamento biológico em relação á quantidade de osso neoformado e que o grupo CS apresentou os piores resultados quando comparado aos grupos JS e BG(AU)

Guided bone regeneration (ROG) has become a common practice in Implantology and for its realization, it is necessary to use membranes that assist in this process. Absorbable membranes have shown advantages over non-absorbable membranes and among the most relevant characteristics of absorbable membranes are vascular supply and mechanical support of bone tissue. This study aimed to evaluate and compare, through histological, histomorphometric, and Micro CT analyzes, the osteopromotive factor of two commercially available porcine collagen membranes in critical calvaria defects in rats. 96 Albinus Wistar rats were used for the study, divided into four groups, 24 animals for each group: BG Groups (BioGide®); JS (Jason®); CS (Collprotect®) and CG (Clot) analyzed in four experimental times, 7, 15, 30 and 60 days. The results showed a more aggressive inflammatory profile of the JS and CS groups in relation to the BG group (p <0.05). The JS group, at 60 days, presented a satisfactory osteopromotive factor when comparing it with the BG group (p = 0.193) and the CS group demonstrated the worst osteopromotive performance. In the three-dimensional analysis, the previous results were confirmed with the worst performance in relation to the lowest average total volume of newly formed bone for the CS group of 84,901 mm², JS with 246,802 mm² and BG 319,834 mm² (p<0,05). We can conclude that although the membranes are composed of the same material, the different areas of obtaining, thicknesses, and techniques of treatment of the membrane, can interfere in its biological behavior in relation to the amount of newly formed bone and that the CS group presented the worst results among the JS and BG group(AU)

Membranas e barreiras para regeneração óssea guiada / Membranes and barriers for guided bone regeneration

Introdução: a evolução das técnicas de reconstrução alveolar e dos biomateriais na regeneração óssea guiada (ROG), vêm trazendo consigo o desenvolvimento de novas membranas com diferentes características e propriedades. Objetivo: este trabalho tem como objetivo reunir dados das membranas utilizadas em procedimentos de ROG, presentes no mercado nacional, para facilitar ao clínico a escolha de um biomaterial que seja adequado ao procedimento planejado e com um desempenho favorável para a regeneração. Metodologia: foram incluídas 30 membranas para ROG registradas e regulamentadas pela Agência Nacional de Vigilância Sanitária (ANVISA). As empresas fabricantes foram contatadas para fornecer as informações dos seus respectivos produtos. Resultados: 30 membranas foram encontradas e tabuladas. Após a análise das informações obtidas pelos fabricantes, as mesmas foram classificadas nos seguintes itens: nome, empresa fabricante, origem, tempo de bioreabsorção, possibilidade de exposição ao meio bucal, diâmetro dos orifícios e apresentação. Discussão: as propriedades e características específicas de cada membrana podem determinar diferentes resultados, sendo importante para o profissional conhecer essas diferenças para selecionar os materiais mais indicados aos procedimentos de ROG de acordo com os objetivos de cada caso. Dessa forma, os resultados podem ser previsíveis e atender da melhor forma possível as expectativas do tratamento com embasamento científico. Conclusão: o presente estudo tabulou 30 membranas quanto as suas principais características, visando orientar os profissionais da saúde na seleção da membrana mais adequada para alcançar seus objetivos no tratamento da ROG.

Introduction: the evolution of alveolar reconstruction techniques and biomaterials in guided bone regeneration (GBR), have brought with it the development of new membranes with different characteristics and properties. Objective: this study aims to gather data from the membranes used for ROG procedures present in the national market, to facilitate the clinician to choose a biomaterial that is suitable for the planned procedure and with a favorable performance for regeneration. Metodology: 30 membranes were included, registered and regulated by ANVISA. The manufacturing companies were contacted to provide information on their respective products. Results: 30 membranes were found and tabulated after analyzing the information obtained by the manufacturers, they were classified in the following items: name, manufacturer company, origin, time of resorption, possibility of exposure to the oral environment, diameter of the holes and presentation. Discussion: the specific properties and characteristics of each membrane can determine different results and, therefore, it is important for the professional to know these differences in order to select the most suitable materials for the GBR procedures according to the objectives of each case. In this way, the results can be predictable and best meet the expectations of the treatment with a correct scientific basis. Conclusion: the present study tabulated 30 membranes as to their main characteristics, aiming to guide health professionals in the selection of the most appropriate membrane to achieve their goals in the treatment of GBR.

Active versus expectant management for preterm premature rupture of membranes at 34-36 weeks of gestation and the associated adverse perinatal outcomes / Manejo ativo versus expectante para ruptura prematura de membranas entre 34 e 36 semanas de gestação e os resultados perinatais adversos associados

Abstract Objective: To compare the type of management (active versus expectant) for preterm premature rupture of membranes (PPROM) between 34 and 36 + 6 weeks of gestation and the associated adverse perinatal outcomes in 2 tertiary hospitals in the southeast of Brazil. Methods: In the present retrospective cohort study, data were obtained by reviewing the medical records of patients admitted to two tertiary centers with different protocols for PPROM management. The participants were divided into two groups based on PPROM management: group I (active) and group II (expectant). For statistical analysis, the Student t-test, the chi-squared test, and binary logistic regression were used. Results: Of the 118 participants included, 78 underwent active (group I) and 40 expectant management (group II). Compared with group II, group I had significantly lower mean amniotic fluid index (5.5 versus 11.3 cm, p = 0.002), polymerase chain reaction at admission (1.5 versus 5.2 mg/dl, p = 0.002), time of prophylactic antibiotics (5.4 versus 18.4 hours, p < 0.001), latency time (20.9 versus 33.6 hours, p = 0.001), and gestational age at delivery (36.5 versus 37.2 weeks, p = 0.025). There were no significant associations between the groups and the presence of adverse perinatal outcomes. Gestational age at diagnosis was the only significant predictor of adverse composite outcome (x2 [1] = 3.1, p = 0.0001, R2 Nagelkerke = 0.138). Conclusion: There was no association between active versus expectant management in pregnant women with PPROM between 34 and 36 + 6 weeks of gestation and adverse perinatal outcomes.

Resumo Objetivo: Comparar o tipo de manejo (ativo versus expectante) para ruptura prematura de membranas (PPROM, na sigla em inglês) entre 34 e 36 semanas e 6 dias de gestação e os resultados perinatais adversos relacionados, em 2 hospitais terciários do sudeste brasileiro. Métodos: No presente estudo de coorte retrospectivo, os dados foram obtidos através da revisão dos prontuários de gestantes internadas em dois centros terciários com protocolos diferentes para o seguimento da PPROM. As gestantes foram divididas em dois grupos com base no manejo da PPROM: grupo I (ativo) e grupo II (expectante). Para análise estatística, foram utilizados o teste t de Student, qui-quadrado e regressão logística binária. Resultados: Das 118 gestantes incluídas, 78 foram submetidas a tratamento ativo (grupo I) e 40 a seguimento expectante (grupo II). Comparado ao grupo II, o grupo I apresentou índice de líquido amniótico médio significativamente menor (5,5 versus 11,3 cm, p = 0,002), reação em cadeia da polimerase na admissão (1,5 versus 5,2 mg/dl, p = 0,002), tempo de antibióticos profiláticos (5,4 versus 18,4 horas, p < 0,001), tempo de latência (20,9 versus 33,6 horas, p = 0,001) e idade gestacional no parto (36,5 versus 37,2 semanas, p = 0,025). Não houve associações significativas entre os grupos e a presença de resultados perinatais adversos. A idade gestacional no diagnóstico foi o único preditor significativo de desfecho composto adverso (x2 [1] = 3,1, p = 0,0001, R2 Nagelkerke = 0,138). Conclusão: Não houve associação entre manejo ativo e expectante em gestantes com PPROM entre 34 e 36 semanas e 6 dias de gestação e resultados perinatais adversos.

Equine yolk sac: a stem cells source / Saco vitelino equino: una fuente de células madre

SUMMARY: Mesenchymal stem cells are characterized by in vitro high proliferation and multilineage potential maintenance. This study aimed to isolate and characterize equine YS mesenchymal stem cells and compare these with amniotic membranes. The yolk sac (YS) and amniotic membranes (AM) were obtained from 20 pregnant mares with gestational age around 30 days. Cells were cultured in α-MEM supplemented with 15 % FBS, 1 % antibiotic solution, 1 % L-glutamine and 1 % nonessential amino acids. To cell characterization we used cytogenetic analysis, fibroblast colony-forming unit assays, cell growth curves, immunophenotyping, flow cytometry, differentiation assays and teratoma formation. Results: Both cell sources presented fibroblastoid and epithelioid-like format. The YS cells have lower colony formation potential then AM ones, 3 versus 8 colonies per 103 plated cells. However, YS cells grew progressively while AM cells showed steady. Both, the YS and amnion cells immunolabeled for Oct-4, Nanog, SSEA-3, cytokeratin 18, PCNA, and vimentin. In addition, presented mesenchymal, hematopoietic, endothelial and pluripotency markers in flow cytometry. Discussion: Both cell sources presented high plasticity and differed into osteogenic, adipogenic, and chondrogenic lineages, and no tumor formation in nude mice was observed. The results suggest that horse YS may be useful for cell therapy such as amnion-derived cells.

RESUMEN: Las células madre mesenquimales se caracterizan por una alta proliferación in vitro y un mantenimiento potencial de múltiples líneas. Este estudio tuvo como objetivo aislar y caracterizar las células madre mesenquimales del saco vitelino equinas y compararlas con las membranas amnióticas. Se obtuvo el saco vitelino (SV) y las membranas amnióticas (MA) de 20 yeguas preñadas con edad gestacional de aproximadamente 30 días. Las células se cultivaron en α -MEM suplementado con 15 % de FBS, 1 % de solución antibiótica, 1 % de L-glutamina y 1 % de aminoácidos no esenciales. Para la caracterización celular utilizamos análisis citogenéticos, ensayos de unidades de colonias de fibroblastos, curvas de crecimiento celular, inmunofenotipaje, citometría de flujo, ensayos de diferenciación y formación de teratomas. Ambas fuentes celulares presentaron formato fibroblastoideo y epitelioide. Las células SV tienen un potencial de formación de colonias más bajo que las de MA, 3 versus 8 colonias por 103 células en placa. Sin embargo, las células SV crecieron progresivamente mientras que las células MA se mostraron estables. Tanto las células YS como las células amnios están inmunomarcadas para Oct-4, Nanog, SSEA-3, citoqueratina 18, PCNA y vimentina. Además, presentó marcadores mesenquimales, hematopoyéticos, endoteliales y pluripotenciales en citometría de flujo. Ambas fuentes celulares presentaron alta plasticidad y diferían en linajes osteogénicos, adipogénicos y condrogénicos, y no se observó formación de tumores en ratones. Los resultados sugieren que el SV de caballo puede ser útil para la terapia celular, como las células derivadas de amnios.

Biomodificación alveolar como un procedimiento indispensable previo a regeneración ósea guiada / Alveolar biomodification as an indispensable procedure before guided bone regeneration

ABSTRACT Introduction: The placement of dental implants is based on the creation of optimal conditions in the remnant bone. In some cases, it is indispensable to perform bone regeneration procedures and use barrier membranes to create such optimal conditions capable of favorably supporting the dental implant. Objective: Describe alternatives of barrier membranes in cases of guided bone regeneration. Case report: A female 53-year-old patient presents with a gingival fistula attached to tooth 14. Root fracture is diagnosed and extraction is conducted. Next, alveolar biomodification is performed to carry out guided bone regeneration and placement of a fibrin-rich plasma membrane. When healing is complete dental implants will be placed. Conclusions: The use of barrier membrane alternatives has shown to be effective in cases of guided bone regeneration(AU)

RESUMEN Introducción: Para la colocación de implantes dentales se deben establecer condiciones óptimas de hueso remanente, por lo cual existen casos en los que se hace indispensable realizar procesos de regeneración ósea y la utilización de membranas de barrera para generar esas condiciones óptimas que puedan soportar favorablemente el implante dental. Objetivo: Describir alternativas de membranas de barrera en casos de regeneración ósea guiada. Reporte de caso: Paciente femenino de 53 años de edad que acude a consulta por presentar fístula en encía adherida de órgano dentario 14, se diagnostica como fractura radicular y se procede a la extracción, posteriormente se realiza una biomodificación del alveolo para realizar regeneración ósea guiada y colocación de membrana de plasma rica en fibrina, se espera cicatrización para la colocación de implantes dentales. Conclusiones: El uso de alternativas de membranas de barrera muestra resultados efectivos en casos de regeneración ósea guiada(AU)