The "weekend effect" does not impact on outcome of trauma laparotomy - Experience from a level 1 trauma centre in New Zealand / 中华创伤杂志(英文版)

PURPOSE@#Trauma centres have been proven to provide better outcomes in developed countries for overall trauma, but there is limited literature on the systematic factors that describe any discrepancies in outcomes for trauma laparotomies in these centres. This study was conducted to examine and interrogate the effect of systematic factors on patients undergoing a trauma laparotomy in a developed country, intending to identify potential discrepancies in the outcome.@*METHODS@#This was a retrospective study of all laparotomies performed for trauma at a level 1 trauma centre in New Zealand. All adult patients who had undergone an index laparotomy for trauma between February 2012 and November 2020 were identified and laparotomies for both blunt and penetrating trauma were included. Repeat laparotomies and trauma laparotomies in children were excluded. The primary clinical outcomes reviewed included morbidity, length of hospital stay, and mortality. All statistical analysis was performed using R v.4.0.3.@*RESULTS@#During the 9-year study period, 204 trauma laparotomies were performed at Waikato hospital. The majority (83.3%) were performed during office hours (170/204), and the remaining 16.7% were performed after hours (34/204). And 61.3% were performed on a weekday (125/204), whilst 38.7% were performed on the weekend/public holiday (79/204). Most of the parameters in office hours and after hours groups had no statistically significant difference, except lactate (p = 0.026). Most of the variables in weekday and weekend groups had no statistically significant difference, except pH, lactate, length of stay, and gastrointestinal complications (p = 0.012, p < 0.001, p = 0.003, p = 0.020, respectively).@*CONCLUSION@#The current trauma system at Waikato hospital is capable of delivering care for trauma laparotomy patients with the same outcome regardless of working hours or after hours, weekday or weekend. This confirms the importance of a robust trauma system capable of responding to the sudden demands placed on it.

Cirugía del trauma en Cuba, en comparación con la ciencia médica mundial / Trauma surgery in Cuba compared with advances in medical sciences worldwide

Introducción: La historia de la cirugía del trauma va aparejada con la historia de la medicina y las primeras civilizaciones. Objetivo: Comparar el desarrollo de esta cirugía, hasta nuestros días, con los resultados alcanzados en Cuba. Material y Métodos: Estudio comparativo del desarrollo de los avances de la ciencia en relación con el trauma por investigaciones y descubrimientos de científicos en todo el mundo, con el desarrollo de la cirugía del trauma que se ha producido en Cuba. Desarrollo: Se hace un recuento de los logros de la Humanidad con la aplicación de la disciplina de cirugía del trauma, los avances organizativos, técnicos y científicos reconocidos a nivel mundial y aplicado en Cuba. Se comparan estadísticas mundiales y nacionales sobre los resultados de la atención a los lesionados con la aplicación de los protocolos internacionales en el país. Conclusiones: Se demuestra que nuestras estadísticas reflejan los logros positivos alcanzados en la actualidad(AU)

Introduction: The history of trauma surgery has been coupled with the history medicine and the first civilizations. Objective: To compare the development of trauma surgery with the results achieved in our country to the present day. Material and Methods: Comparative study of the worldwide advances in medical science in this type of surgery with regard to research and discoveries made by scientists all over the world and the development of trauma surgery achieved in Cuba. Development: A recount of the achievements of mankind in the application of trauma surgery discipline as well as the scientific, technical and organizational advances which have been recognized and applied in Cuba is presented. World and national statistics on the results of the care given to injured people are compared with the application of national and international protocols in the country. Conclusions: Our statistics show the positive achievements reached nowadays in this field(AU)

Disability of Arm, Shoulder and Hand and Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaires: Exploring Responsiveness and Diagnostic Performance in a Sample of Outpatients with and without Hand and Wrist Complaints / Questionários Disability of the Arm Shoulder and Hand e Michigan Hand: Explorando a responsividade e performance diagnóstica em amostra de pacientes ambulatoriais com e sem queixas nas mãos e punho

Abstract Objective The present study aimed to verify whether, in an adult population with nontraumatic complaints in the upper limbs, (1) the Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH) questionnaire and the Michigan Hand Outcomes Questionnaire (MHQ) are susceptible to a "ceiling effect" when compared with a sample of healthy subjects; and (2) to determine cutoff points for diagnostic performance and the intercorrelation for DASH and MHQ in both samples. Methods This was a prospective, comparative, nonrandomized study. In total, 150 subjects were included, with 75 in the case group (with disease) and 75 in the control group (without disease). This was a sample of patients recently admitted to a hand surgery outpatient clinic. Controls were matched to clinical cases according to inclusion. The ceiling effect was determined by a maximum response rate (> 15%); receiver operating characteristic (ROC) curves determined cutoff points for sickness definition, and DASH and MHQ sensitivity and specificity. Statistical significance was set at p < 0.05. Results The DASH and MHQ questionnaires had no ceiling effect for the case group. In this group, 18 (24%) patients had the maximum DASH score, but none (0%) had the maximum MHQ score. For the control group, 1 (1.33%) subject had the maximum DASH score, but none scored for MHQ. For case determination, DASH scores of 7.1 had 80% sensitivity and 60.3% specificity, whereas MHQ scores of 76.9 had 56.2% sensitivity and 97.3% specificity. Conclusion The DASH and MHQ questionnaires are reliable tools to measure the impact of hand and wrist morbidities on daily activities, and they are not susceptible to ceiling effects. The DASH questionnaire is more sensitive for patient identification, whereas the MHQ is more specific. As such, the MHQ seems more appropriate when a more specific functional increase is expected.

Resumo Objetivo Verificar se, em uma população adulta com queixa não traumática dos membros superiores, (1) os questionários Disability of the Arm, Shoulder and Hand (DASH, na sigla em inglês) e Michigan Hand Questionnaire (MHQ, na sigla em inglês) estão suscetíveis ao "efeito de teto", comparando com amostra de não-doentes; (2) determinar pontos de corte de performance diagnóstica e correlação interquestionários para DASH e MHQ em ambas as amostras. Método Estudo prospectivo, comparativo e não randomizado. Incluímos 150 pacientes, 75 no grupo caso (com doença) e 75 no grupo controle (sem doença). Trata-se de amostra de pacientes recém-admitidos em ambulatório de cirurgia da mão. Os controles foram pareados de forma balanceada de acordo com a inclusão dos casos. Determinamos a presença de efeito de teto por meio da taxa de respostas máximas (> 15%) e associamos curvas receiver operating characteristic (ROC, na sigla em inglês) para a determinação de pontos de corte para a determinação de doentes, associados a medidas de sensibilidade e especificidade. Consideramos p < 0.05 para significância estatística. Resultados Os questionários DASH e MHQ não demonstraram o efeito de teto para o grupo com doença. A porcentagem de pacientes do grupo caso com nota máxima foi de n = 18 (24%) no DASH e de 0% no MHQ. Para o grupo sem doença, 1 (1,33%) dos participantes pontuou com nota máxima para DASH, enquanto nenhum pontuou para o MHQ. Na determinação de casos, escores de DASH de 7,1 apresentam sensibilidade de 80% e especificidade de 60,3%. Para o MHQ, um escore de 76,9 apresenta sensibilidade de 56,2% e especificidade de 97,3%. Conclusão Os questionários DASH e MHQ são ferramentas confiáveis na mensuração do impacto das morbidades das mãos e dos punhos nas atividades diárias dos pacientes e não são suscetíveis a efeito de teto. O questionário DASH é mais sensível para a identificação de doentes, enquanto o MHQ é mais específico. Em situações nas quais se espera um incremento funcional mais discreto (ou mais específico), o MHQ parece mais adequado.

Accuracy of B-mode ultrasonography in the measurement of posterior segment intraocular foreign body / 国际眼科杂志(Guoji Yanke Zazhi)

@#AIM: To evaluate the accuracy of B-mode ultrasonography in the measurement of different kinds of posterior segment intraocular foreign body(IOFB).<p>METHODS: IOFBs from a total of 13 eyes collected in our hospital from January 2016 to December 2016 were analyzed retrospectively. Immediately after IOFBs being taken out, their actual sizes were measured with a ruler. The difference between the pre-operative B-ultrasound measurements and the actual size were compared, and the correlation coefficient was calculated(B-ultrasound measurement/actual size). In order to exclude the possibility that any damage to the IOFB during an operation may interfere with the actual size measurement, different kinds of 5mm long objects(metal, glass and wood)were put into a water sac which was about 20mm-30mm in diameter to mimic IOFB in the eyes respectively. Same measurements for each kind of objects were then preformed and repeated for 4 times. <p>RESULTS:All the 13 cases of IOFBs, including 12 cases of magnetic metal and one case of glass were removed intact <i>via</i> vitrectomy. Of all metal IOFBs, the average axle length by B-mode ultrasound and the average actual axle length were 3.65±1.30mm and 2.45±0.94mm respectively. All measurements were larger than actual sizes(<i>P</i>=0.016). The average correlation coefficient was 1.49. For the water sac experiment, the average measured values of metal, glass and wood objects were 6.76±0.15mm, 6.55±0.04mm and 6.02±0.07mm, and the average correlation coefficient were 1.35, 1.31 and 1.20 respectively. <p>CONCLUSION:The measured size is larger than the actual size when B-mode ultrasonographic scan is used to evaluate the posterior segment IOFB, especially for metal and glass objects. Therefore, it is necessary to take into consideration when making incisions for operational IOFB removal.

Accuracy of B-mode ultrasonography in the measurement of posterior segment intraocular foreign body / 国际眼科杂志(Guoji Yanke Zazhi)

@#AIM: To evaluate the accuracy of B-mode ultrasonography in the measurement of different kinds of posterior segment intraocular foreign body(IOFB).<p>METHODS: IOFBs from a total of 13 eyes collected in our hospital from January 2016 to December 2016 were analyzed retrospectively. Immediately after IOFBs being taken out, their actual sizes were measured with a ruler. The difference between the pre-operative B-ultrasound measurements and the actual size were compared, and the correlation coefficient was calculated(B-ultrasound measurement/actual size). In order to exclude the possibility that any damage to the IOFB during an operation may interfere with the actual size measurement, different kinds of 5mm long objects(metal, glass and wood)were put into a water sac which was about 20mm-30mm in diameter to mimic IOFB in the eyes respectively. Same measurements for each kind of objects were then preformed and repeated for 4 times. <p>RESULTS:All the 13 cases of IOFBs, including 12 cases of magnetic metal and one case of glass were removed intact <i>via</i> vitrectomy. Of all metal IOFBs, the average axle length by B-mode ultrasound and the average actual axle length were 3.65±1.30mm and 2.45±0.94mm respectively. All measurements were larger than actual sizes(<i>P</i>=0.016). The average correlation coefficient was 1.49. For the water sac experiment, the average measured values of metal, glass and wood objects were 6.76±0.15mm, 6.55±0.04mm and 6.02±0.07mm, and the average correlation coefficient were 1.35, 1.31 and 1.20 respectively. <p>CONCLUSION:The measured size is larger than the actual size when B-mode ultrasonographic scan is used to evaluate the posterior segment IOFB, especially for metal and glass objects. Therefore, it is necessary to take into consideration when making incisions for operational IOFB removal.

Application of closed negative pressure drainage technique in hand and foot trauma surgery / 中国基层医药

Objective@#To explore the clinical application value of closed negative pressure drainage technique in the treatment of external foot injury.@*Methods@#Sixty-eight patients with hand and foot trauma admitted to the Enze Hospital of Taizhou Enze Medical Center (Group) from November 2017 to November 2018 were randomly divided into the control group and the observation group according to the digital table, with 34 cases in each group.The control group underwent routine skin grafting.The observation group underwent closed vacuum drainage.The therapeutic effects, wound healing rate and clinical observation indicators were compared between the two groups.@*Results@#The total effective rate (88.24%) and the overall wound healing rate (100.00%) in the observation group were significantly higher than those in the control group (64.71%, 79.41%) (χ2=5.231, 7.803, P=0.022, 0.005). The operation time[(5.92±1.02)h], wound healing time[(16.65±8.01)d] and hospitalization time[(31.42±13.05)d] in the observation group were significantly shorter than those in the control group[(8.33±1.65)h, (23.51±12.12)d, (46.35±18.89)d](t=7.244, 2.753, 3.792, P=0.001, 0.008, 0.001).@*Conclusion@#Application of closed negative pressure drainage technique in hand and foot trauma surgery can effectively improve clinical efficacy, accelerate the healing speed of wounds, and reduce the operation time and hospitalization time of patients.It is worthy of promotion.

Reconstruções complexas de membros superiores e inferiores com retalhos de fluxo reverso: uma série de 32 casos / Complex reconstruction of the upper and lower limbs by using reverse-flow flaps: a series of 32 cases

Introdução: A reconstrução de partes moles após perdas de substância do terço distal dos membros superiores e inferiores, principalmente quando associada à exposição de estruturas nobres (osso, tendão, nervos ou vasos sanguíneos), continua a desafiar a cirurgia plástica. Os retalhos fasciocutâneos de fluxo reverso são uma eficiente opção cirúrgica na cobertura de lesões pequenas e médias nesta localização. Método: Foi realizado um estudo clínico retrospectivo, no período de janeiro de 2013 a dezembro de 2014, de uma série de 32 casos de traumas complexos em membros superiores e inferiores. Resultados: Foram realizados 24 retalhos de fluxo reverso nos membros inferiores e 8 nos membros superiores, observando-se uma cobertura eficaz dos defeitos. Conclusão: Os retalhos de fluxo reverso são confiáveis e apresentam arcos de rotação que permitem a cobertura de lesões diversas no terço distal de membros superiores e inferiores.

Introduction: Reconstruction of the soft tissues after loss of substance in the distal third of the upper and lower limbs, in particular when associated with the exposure of noble structures (bone, tendon, nerves, or blood vessels), remains a challenge in plastic surgery. Fasciocutaneous reverse flow flaps are an efficient surgical option for covering small and medium lesions in this location. Method: A retrospective clinical study was performed on a series of 32 cases of complex trauma of the upper and lower limbs treated between January 2013 and December 2014. Results: A total of 24 reverse-flow flaps were performed in the lower limbs and eight in the upper limbs, resulting in efficient coverage of the defects. Conclusion: Reverse-flow flaps are reliable and present rotation arcs that allow coverage of a variety of lesions in the distal third of the upper and lower limbs.

Reconstrução anatômica do ligamento cruzado anterior: uma abordagem lógica / Anatomical reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament: a logical approach

Descrevemos a abordagem cirúrgica que vimos usando nos últimos anos para a reconstrução do ligamento cruzado anterior (LCA) e destacamos a importância da visualização artroscópica pelo portal anteromedial e perfuração do túnel femoral por um portal anteromedial acessório, para que a reconstrução seja realmente anatômica. Essa via permite a observação direta da inserção femoral do LCA na face medial do côndilo femoral lateral, não necessita de guias para a criação do túnel femoral anatômico, dispensa a necessidade de incisão no terço distal e lateral da coxa, como é inevitável quando a perfuração do túnel femoral é feita outside-in, e permite, também, a reconstrução do LCA com dupla banda.

We describe the surgical approach that we have used over the last years for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction, highlighting the importance of arthroscopic viewing through the anteromedial portal (AMP) and femoral tunnel drilling through an accessory anteromedial portal (AMP). The AMP allows direct view of the ACL femoral insertion site on the medial aspect of the lateral femoral condyle, does not require guides for anatomic femoral tunnel reaming, prevents an additional lateral incision in the distal third of the thigh (as would be unavoidable when the outside-intechnique is used) and also can be used for double-bundle ACL reconstruction.

Tratamento das áreas cruentas de perna com retalhos locais / Treatment of open wounds of the leg by using local flaps

INTRODUÇÃO: Até os anos 70, a reparação de perdas de substância na perna representava, quase sempre, um problema de solução muito difícil ou, até, insolúvel. Atualmente, embora ainda constitua um campo para os mais experientes, as áreas cruentas na perna já contam com várias técnicas confiáveis e algumas relativamente simples para sua reparação. Este trabalho visa equacionar condutas reparadoras de feridas de perna, utilizando tecidos locais. MÉTODO: Estudo retrospectivo pela análise de casos de reconstrução de perna com retalhos locais realizados pelos autores. Foram incluídos os retalhos dermoadiposos, fasciocutâneos, fasciossubcutâneos e musculares. RESULTADOS: Foram operados 70 pacientes que possuíam áreas cruentas na perna, em consequência de fratura de tíbia, osteomielite, perda tecidual isquêmica, úlcera crônica e tumoração de pele. Os resultados foram avaliados segundo etiologia, tipo de procedimento cirúrgico e complicações. CONCLUSÕES: A opção do tratamento de áreas cruentas de membros inferiores com retalhos locais é bastante válida. A escolha do retalho vai depender de condições locais da perna e da região anatômica afetada. No terço superior da perna, utilizamos retalhos fasciocutâneos baseados na rede vascular do joelho ou retalho de gastrocnêmio. Já no médio, os principais retalhos foram o solear e o fasciossubcutâneo de panturrilha. E, por fim, no inferior, o principal retalho usado foi o fasciossubcutâneo de panturrilha.

INTRODUCTION: Until the 70s, repairing loss of tissue in the leg was almost always difficult, or even impossible. Currently, only the most experienced surgeons are able to repair open wounds of the leg. Nevertheless, several reliable and simple techniques are currently available. This work aimed to evaluate repair techniques for leg wounds by using local tissues. METHOD: The authors performed a retrospective study of cases of leg reconstruction using local flaps. Dermoadipose, fasciocutaneous, fasciosubcutaneous, and muscle flaps were used. RESULTS: Seventy patients who had open areas in the leg due to tibial fractures, osteomyelitis, ischemic tissue loss, chronic ulcer, or skin tumor underwent surgery. Results were evaluated according to etiology, type of surgical procedure, and complications. CONCLUSIONS: The option of treating open wounds of the lower limbs by using local flaps is very valid. Selection of the flap type depended on local conditions in the leg, and the anatomical region affected. In the upper third of the leg, we used fasciocutaneous flaps, based on the vascular network of the knee, or gastrocnemius flaps. In the middle third of the leg, we used the soleus muscle as the primary flap, and fasciosubcutaneous flaps in the calf region. In the lower third of the leg, a fasciosubcutaneous flap of the calf was primarily used.

Live trauma surgery demonstration with a porcine model is valuable training for physicians and nurses / 医学教育

Sources of research funding: We gratefully acknowledge the support of the 17th Congress of the Japanese Society for Emergency Medicine support of this program.<br>Ethical considerations: The program was conducted after receiving approval from the Institutional Animal Experiment Committee of the Jichi Medical University, and in accordance with the Institutional Regulation for Animal Experiments and Fundamental Guideline for Proper Conduction of Animal Experiment and Related Activities in Academic Research Institutions under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology of Japan. It was approved on April 9th, 2014. The approval number is 14-225.<br>Disclosure of conflicts of interests: We gratefully acknowledge the contributions of personnel from Panasonic Corp. who enabled the interactive communication system.<br>Abstract<br>Introduction: Live surgery demonstrations have been widely used in surgical education. However, they cannot be used to demonstrate trauma surgery due to the emergency situation and lack of informed consent. The aim of this study was to conduct a live demonstration of trauma surgery with a porcine model to increase educational opportunities in trauma surgery.<br>Methods: Live demonstration was conducted at the Center for Development of Advanced Medical Technology (CDAMtec) , Jichi Medical University, Japan. An experienced trauma surgeon instructed three trainees during a live demonstration using pre-planned injuries in a porcine model. A six-point Likert Scale was used on a written survey to determine the value of the program to the viewers. Free-form written comments were also obtained from the participants. Live images of the surgical field were transmitted to a lecture room by a closed wireless LAN with interactive bidirectional audio capability.<br>Results: Eighty-three participants viewed this live demonstration and completed the questionnaire. Participants were highly satisfied with the live demonstration (mean survey scores: 4.6-5.1/6) , and gave very positive feedback concerning the educational value of this program. Nine free-form comments were submitted, which revealed that the participants felt they could acquire concrete skills for trauma surgery.<br>Discussion: Live demonstrations for trauma surgery using a porcine model are a feasible and effective educational tool to demonstrate technical procedures and non-technical skills, with possible added advantages regarding the ethical considerations of performing a live surgery demonstration.

Fístula bíleo-brônquica / Bronchobiliary fistula

A fístula bíleo-brônquica é uma condição rara que pode ocorrer em decorrência de cistos hidáticos, intervenções cirúrgicas extensas e procedimentos invasivos para doença hepáticas. O objetivo deste trabalho é relatar o caso de um paciente com diagnóstico de fístula bíleo-brônquica após ferimento por arma de fogo que transfixou o tórax. Ressalta-se a importância de novos relatos a fim de dinamizar o diagnóstico e tratamento desses pacientes e assim diminuírem as morbidades relacionadas.

Broncho-biliary fistula is a rare condition that can occur due to hydatid cysts, extensive surgical interventions, and invasive procedures for liver disease. The aim of this study is to report the case of a patient with a diagnosis of broncho-biliary fistula after a gunshot wound that transfixed the chest. We stress the importance of new reports to streamline the diagnosis and treatment of these patients and thus decrease related morbidities.

Observation in effect of simulation training of vocational protection among nurses with lower age and services seniority in trauma surgery department / 中国实用护理杂志

Objective To discuss on the effect of simulation training of vocational protection among nurses with lower age and services seniority in trauma surgery department. Methods The training of vocational protection was divided into the curricula content and simulation training, 37 nurses were trained with the method of combining theory with practice,the items before and after the training were tested with t test. Results The mastering degree of occupational exposure knowledge after the training significantly improved compared with that before training. After simulation training various protection technique greatly alleviated. Each score of comprehensive clinical evaluation after the training also increased. Conclusions We should strengthen occupational protection in clinical work in order to prevent nosocomial infection.Detail education and situational education should be paid attention to during the training according to their ability,so that satisfactory results can be achieved.

Instruction of Medical Ethics in Trauma Surgery for Externs / 中国医学伦理学

Several specialized branches are inclusive in the department of trauma surgery,and the instruction of medical ethics during the practice of trauma surgery surely contributes to raise the integrated diathesis and capability for medical students.Common ethical issues in trauma surgery practice include ethics of operative principles,conflict between trauma sufferers and accident-makers,privacy preservation,decision making,and the principles of clinical pharmaceutical trials,etc.It is believed that advantageous principles and independence principles should be overall carried out during the instructional course of medical ethics education.