Bloqueo del tobillo con lidocaína y bupivacaina para amputación de los radios del pie. Hospital General del Sur "Dr. Pedro Iturbe" / Ankle block with lidocaine and bupivacaine for foot rays amputation. Hospital General del Sur "Dr. Pedro Iturbe"

El objetivo de este trabajo es determinar la utilidad del bloqueo del tobillo con lidocaína y Bupivacaína para amputación de los radios del pie en pacientes atendidos en el Hospital General del Sur Dr. Pedro Iturbe, Maracaibo, Venezuela, desde mayo 2019 hasta mayo 2021. Se realizó un estudio pre-experimental, prospectivo y longitudinal. Se incluyeron pacientes de ambos sexos, entre 18 a 90 años, con amputaciones traumáticas, pie diabético e insuficiencia vascular periférica. Se incluyeron 50 pacientes, con edad promedio de 50,76 ± 25,0 años, 35(70,0%) de sexo masculino. Con antecedente de diabetes 13(26,0%) pacientes, fumadores 4(8,0%), cardiópatas 4(8,0%), hipertensos/diabéticos 6(12,0%), obesidad 5(10,0%), trauma 6(12,0%), nefrópatas 2(4,0%), drogas 1(2,0%) y sin antecedentes 9(18,0%). Diagnóstico preoperatorio predominante: amputación traumática 19 pacientes (38,0%), El promedio de tiempo de inicio del bloqueo fue 5-15min en 21(42,0%) casos. El bloqueo fue satisfactorio en 46(92,0%) pacientes. La duración del bloqueo en 22(44,0%) pacientes fue prolongada. Según la EVA del dolor en 19(38,0%) casos fue leve. No se evidenciaron complicaciones asociadas al procedimiento en 50(100,0%) pacientes. El bloqueo con lidocaína y bupivacaína es una técnica útil en la amputación de los radios del pie, inmediata, ambulatoria, a bajo costo, de duración prolongada y satisfactoria, de bajo dolor postoperatorio, poco requerimiento de analgésicos y con bajas complicaciones(AU)

The objective to determine the usefulness of the ankle block with lidocaine and Bupivacaine for amputation of the foot rays in patients treated at the Hospital General del Sur Dr. Pedro Iturbe during the period May 2019 to May 2021. A pre-experiment, prospective and longitudinal study was made. Patients of both sexes, between 18 and 90 years old, with traumatic amputations, diabetic foot and peripheral vascular Insufficiency were included. A descriptive statistical analysis was applied. Mean age 50,76±25,0 years, 35(70,0%) male patients. Patients history: Diabetes 13(26,0%), smokers 4(8,0%), heart patients 4(8,0%), hypertensive/diabetics 6(12,0%) patients, obesity 5(10,0%), trauma 6(12,0%), kidney disease 2(4,0%), drugs 1(2,0%), no history 9(18,0%). Predominant preoperative diagnosis: traumatic amputation 19(38,0%) patients, Block onset time: medium (5-15min) 21(42,0%) patients. The blockade was satisfactory in 46 patients (92.0%). Block duration in 22(44,0%) patients was prolonged. Pain scale 19(38,0%) patients mild pain. There were no complications associated with the procedure in 50(100,0%) patients. Conclusions: The blockade with lidocaine and bupivacaine is useful in the amputation of the foot rays since it is performed immediately, on an outpatient basis, at low cost, with a long and satisfactory duration, presenting mild postoperative pain, little need for analgesics and they do not represent a risk for the patient since there were no complications related to the technique(AU)

Resiliência: avaliação de pacientes queimados em um hospital de urgência e emergência / Resilience: evaluation of burned patients in an urgency and emergency hospital / Resiliencia: evaluación de pacientes quemados en un hospital de urgencias y emergencias

A recuperação de vítimas de queimaduras é longa e dolorosa e afeta diversas esferas da vida do paciente. A resiliência, que se refere à capacidade humana de enfrentar e se adaptar a eventos adversos, exerce grande importância no processo de recuperação da queimadura. Logo, este trabalho objetiva avaliar a capacidade de resiliência de pacientes queimados, no momento da admissão e da alta hospitalar, em um hospital de emergência e urgência de Goiânia. Trata-se de um estudo descritivo, quantitativo e transversal que utiliza a Escala de Resiliência de Connor-Davidson (CD-RISC) como instrumento de mensuração. Na admissão hospitalar, a média da resiliência foi de 71,35, tendo sido observada uma relação significativa entre o fator Amparo da escala CD-RISC e a presença do(a) companheiro(a). O escore de resiliência encontrado nesta pesquisa é consistente com outros achados da literatura científica internacional e nacional referente à expressão da resiliência em vítimas de queimaduras e outros adoecimentos. A relação entre o fator Amparo e a presença de um(a) companheiro(a) enfatiza a importância da rede de apoio familiar na reabilitação do paciente queimado.(AU)

The recovery of burned patients is long and painful and impacts on different areas of people's lives. Resilience, which refers to the human capacity to face and adapt to adverse events, plays a major role in the process of recovery from burns. Therefore, the present study aims to assess the resilience of burned patients, on admission and hospital discharge, in an emergency and urgency hospital in Goiânia. This is a descriptive, quantitative and cross-sectional study that uses the Connor-Davidson Resilience Scale (CD RISC) as a measuring instrument. At hospital admission, the mean resilience was 71.35, with a significant association between the Support factor on the CD RISC scale and the presence of a partner. The resilience score found in the present study is consistent with other findings in the international and national scientific literature regarding the expression of resilience in victims of burns and other illnesses. The relationship between the Support factor and the presence of a partner emphasizes the importance of the family support network in the rehabilitation of the burned patient.(AU)

La recuperación de los pacientes quemados es larga y dolorosa e impacta en diferentes esferas de la vida de las personas. La resiliencia, que se refiere a la capacidad humana para enfrentar y adaptarse a eventos adversos, juega un papel importante en el proceso de recuperación de las quemaduras. Por tanto, el presente estudio tiene como objetivo evaluar la resiliencia de los pacientes quemados, en el momento del ingreso y el alta, en un hospital de emergencia y urgencia en Goiânia. Se trata de un estudio descriptivo, cuantitativo y transversal que utiliza la Escala de Resiliencia Connor-Davidson (CD RISC) como instrumento de medida. Al ingreso hospitalario, la resiliencia media fue de 71,35, con associación significativa entre el factor Amparo de la escala CD RISC y la presencia de pareja. El puntaje de resiliencia encontrado en el presente estudio es consistente con otros hallazgos en la literatura científica nacional e internacional sobre la expresión de resiliencia en víctimas de quemaduras y otras enfermedades. La relación entre el factor Amparo y la presencia de pareja enfatiza la importancia de la red de apoyo familiar en la rehabilitación del paciente quemado.(AU)

Descripción clínica de los pacientes con amputación transfemoral unilateral: estudio de casos múltiples / Clinical Description Of Patients With Unilateral Transfemoral Amputation

Introducción: Una correcta evaluación fisioterapéutica permite direccionar una intervención idónea del paciente con amputación transfemoral. Objetivo: Describir clínicamente a los pacientes con amputación transfemoral unilateral en la ciudad de Pasto, Nariño, Colombia. Métodos: Se realiza estudio transversal de casos múltiples. Se selecciona una muestra de 13 pacientes que se encontraban en la base de datos del Instituto Departamental de Salud de Nariño, con amputación transfemoral unilateral, a los que se realizó una caracterización sociodemográfica y clínica, así como una evaluación fisioterapéutica. Se obtuvieron valores de frecuencias y porcentajes. El análisis de los datos recolectados se realizó mediante el software SPSS, versión 24. De manera descriptiva se dieron a conocer los resultados de la evaluación fisioterapéutica. Resultados: La edad media de los pacientes fue de 46 años, predominó el género masculino (77 por ciento), y la etiología traumática (69,23 por ciento). La sensación y dolor de miembro fantasma se presentó en el 69,23 por ciento y 53,84 por ciento de los pacientes, respectivamente. Se encontró una disminución marcada de fuerza muscular en los músculos pelvitrocantéreos, glúteo medio, menor y tensor de la fascia lata. El rango de movimiento estaba disminuido para los movimientos de rotación interna con una media de 27,8°/ 45°, rotación externa con una media de 29,8°/ 45° y aducción de cadera con una media de 31,2°/ 45°. Conclusiones: Las principales características clínicas y resultados de evaluación fisioterapéutica de los pacientes con amputación transfemoral unilateral son la presencia de sensación y dolor de miembro fantasma, diminución de fuerza, rangos de movimiento y presencia de escoliosis dorsales y/o lumbares. Realizar un adecuado proceso de evaluación fisioterapéutica, proporciona información sobre las necesidades individuales de cada paciente en cuanto a rehabilitación, para posteriormente, ejecutar un tratamiento idóneo(AU)

Introduction: Correct physiotherapeutic evaluation allows directing ideal intervention for the patient with transfemoral amputation. Objective: To clinically describe patients with unilateral transfemoral amputation in the city of Pasto, Nariño, Colombia. Methods: A cross-sectional study of multiple cases is carried out. A sample of 13 patients was selected. They were in the database of the Departmental Institute of Health of Nariño, with unilateral transfemoral amputation, they had underwent a sociodemographic and clinical characterization, as well as a physiotherapeutic evaluation. Frequency values and percentages were obtained. The analysis of the collected data was carried out using the SPSS software, version 24. The results of the physiotherapeutic evaluation were disclosed in a descriptive manner. Results: The mean age of the patients was 46 years, the male gender predominated (77 percent), and the traumatic etiology (69.23 percent). Phantom limb sensation and pain occurred in 69.23 percent and 53.84 percent of the patients, respectively. A marked decrease in muscle strength was found in the pelvitrochanteric, gluteus medius, minimus, and tensor fascia lata muscles. The range of motion was decreased for movements of internal rotation with a mean of 27.8°/45°, external rotation with a mean of 29.8°/45°, and hip adduction with a mean of 31.2°/ 45°. Conclusions: The main clinical characteristics and physiotherapeutic evaluation results of patients with unilateral transfemoral amputation are the presence of phantom limb sensation and pain, decreased strength, range of motion, and the presence of dorsal and/or lumbar scoliosis. An adequate physiotherapeutic evaluation process provides information on the individual needs of each patient in terms of rehabilitation, in order to subsequently execute an ideal treatment(AU)

Lesiones traumáticas en la mano por el uso de amoladora. Un problema en nuestro medio / Traumatic injuries to the hand from the use of an angle grinder. A problem in our field

Introducción: Las lesiones en las manos causadas por amoladora son comunes y generalmente ocurren en adultos jóvenes. En países en desarrollo, el ámbito doméstico y el trabajo informal son los escenarios más frecuentes. El objetivo de este estudio fue describir factores asociados a las lesiones por amoladora, y cuantificar y clasificar las heridas, según la gravedad y la región anatómica de la mano involucrada. Materiales y Métodos: Se realizó un estudio epidemiológico, retrospectivo. Entre 2016 y 2020, estudiamos a los pacientes con heridas de mano causadas por amoladora. Se analizaron el nivel educativo, la experiencia con la herramienta, el material cortado, el uso de equipo de protección personal, la edad y el sexo. Para determinar el patrón de las lesiones se realizó un análisis clínico-anatómico y radiológico detallado e individualizado. La gravedad fue evaluada con el Hand Injury Severity Score. Resultados: Se evaluó a928 pacientes (920 hombres y 8 mujeres, edad promedio 42 años). Solo el 22,4% usaba equipo de protección personal en el momento del accidente. El 84,5% (776 casos) realizaba tareas inusuales para la que esta herramienta no fue diseñada. La mano más afectada fue la izquierda (62,06%). En 784 pacientes, las heridas involucraban los dedos, el patrón de asociación predominante fue entre el 2do y 3er dedo (54,44%). Las lesiones fueron leves (24,1%), moderadas (41,3%), graves (26%) y mayores (8,6%). Conclusiones: Las lesiones por amoladora pueden resultar devastadoras. Una actualización epidemiológica reforzaría la necesidad de desarrollar métodos preventivos con el fin de disminuir su alta incidencia. Nivel de Evidencia: IV

Introduction: Hand injuries caused by angle grinders are frequent and generally take place among young adults. In developing countries, the domestic and informal work environments are the most frequent places where this could happen. The present study is aimed at describing associated factors to these types of injuries. Lesions were quantified and classified according to the sever-ity and anatomic region of the hand involved. Methods: An epidemiologic, retrospective study was performed between 2016 and 2020. The patients' level of education, previous experience using the machine, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), sex, and age were analyzed. To determine the pattern of the injuries, a clinical-anatomical and a detailed and individualized radiological analysis were performed on each patient. The severity was measured using the "Hand Injury Severity Score" (HISS). Results: 928 patients were studied (920 men, 8 women, average age of 42 years [range 18-67]). Only 22.4% were wearing PPE at the time of the accident. 776 participants were performing tasks for which the tool was not intended (84.5%). The left hand was the most af-fected (60%). In 784 patients, the injuries involved their fingers (84.48%); the predominant pattern was the index and middle finger (55%). According to the HISS, 24.1% were minor injuries, 41.3% were moderate, 26% were serious, and 8.6% were severe. Con-clusions: Injuries caused by an angle grinder can be devastating. We believe that an epidemiological update is likely to increase the need to develop preventive methods to decrease its high incidence. Level of Evidence: IV

Colgajo inguinal de Mac Gregor para la reconstrucción de mano traumática / Mc Gregor Inguinal flap for reconstruction of traumatic hand

La reconstrucción de la mano traumática con pérdida de sustancia, plantéa una reconstrucción con procedimientos quirúrgicos, que proporcionen una cubierta adecuada de piel y tejidos blandos con el uso de Colgajos fasciocutáneos. En el presente caso, el uso del Colgajo Inguinal de Mc Gregor es una técnica que pemite alcanzar resultados significativos para restablecer la funcionalidad de la zona afectada, al realizar un tratamiento inmediato y de mantenimiento oportuno, se disminuye de manera notable las secuelas posteriores. Hablando de historia Mc Gregor y Jackson en 1972 describiéron el colgajo inguinal, vascularizado por la arteria circunfleja ilíaca superficial rama de la arteria femoral, siendo el único consagrado por el uso (no solo utilizándose como colgajo pediculado, sino también como colgajo libre) para la cobertura de afecciones de cabeza, cuello, tronco y extremidades, permitiendo un resultado funcional y estetico aceptable. El presente trabajo reporta el caso de un paciente de sexo masculino de 6 años 7 meses de edad, con antecedente de traumatismo en mano izquierda por explosión de dinamita, con pérdida de sustancia y amputación traumática del 1er. y 2do. dedos de la mano izquierda.Dra. Jessika Fernández Nino de GuzmánCirujana Plástica y ReconstructivaHospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría La Paz, Seguro Social Universitario La Paz. Consultorio asistencial: Edificio Plaza 15, PB oficina 7, calle 15 Calacoto Nro. 8054. Movil : 788 76976jessita_jess@hotmail.com.

The reconstruction of the traumatic hand with substance loss, involves a reconstruction with surgical procedures, which provide an adequate covering of skin and soft tissues with the use of fascio cutaneous Flaps. In the present case, the use of Mc Gregor's Inguinal Flap is a technique that allows to achieve significant results to restore the functionality of the affected area, when performing an immediate and timely maintenance treatment, the subsequent sequelae are significantly reduced. Speaking of history Mc Gregor and Jackson in 1972 described the inguinal flap, vascularized by the superficial iliac circumflex artery branch of the femoral artery, being the only one consecrated by the use (not only used as a pedicle flap, but also as a free flap) for coverage of head, neck, trunk and limb conditions, allowing an acceptable functional and aesthetic result. Present work reports the case of a 6 years and 7 months old male patient, with history of left-hand trauma due to dynamite explosion, with substance loss and traumatic amputation of the 1st. and 2nd. Fingers.

Reconstrucción en amputaciones distales de dedos en niños con injerto compuesto y vendaje semioclusivo / Reconstruction of distal finger amputations in children with composite autograft and semi-oclusive dressing

La reconstrucción de una amputación distal de dedo en un niño es un desafío. Los procedimientos propuestos son muchos, y los resultados no han sido buenos. La reconstrucción con reposición del segmento a modo de injerto compuesto, o con técnicas microquirúrgicas, parece ofrecer la mejor de las posibilidades, pues se conservan estructuras irremplazables, como el lecho ungueal y el hiponiquio, lo que permite que los niños mantengan un pulpejo anatómico y con función normal. Presentamos una serie de tres pacientes pediátricos tratados con una nueva técnica, que combina la reposición del segmento, como un injerto compuesto, y el uso de curación semioclusiva (composite autograft and semi-oclussive dressing, CASOD, en inglés). Hemos observado buenos resultados.

The reconstruction of finger tip amputation in children is challenging. There are many procedures described to treat this injury, none of which present optimal results. Repositioning of the amputated segment as an autograft or with microsurgical techniques seems to offer the best outcome. It enables the preservation of otherwise irreplaceable structures, such as the nail bed and the hyponychium, thus enabling children to mantain an anatomically and functionally normal finger pad. We present a series of three pediatric patients treated with tha new technique, which combines composite autograft and semi-oclusive dressing (CASOD). The results observed so far have been promising.

Tendência temporal das internações hospitalares com amputações de membros decorrentes de acidentes envolvendo motocicletas no sul do Brasil / Temporal trend of hospital admissions with amputations of limbs due to accidents involving motorcycles in southern Brazil

RESUMO Introdução: Os acidentes de trânsito tornaram-se um problema de saúde pública. As amputações de membros são uma complicação grave, principalmente entre os motociclistas. Objetivo: Estudar a tendência histórica e o impacto dos acidentes de transporte com motocicletas que evoluíram com amputação de membro, no período 2008 a 2014, na região Sul do Brasil, com análise da tendência temporal das ocorrências desses acidentes, sua gravidade e sua correlação com a evolução da frota de motocicletas e automóveis. Métodos: Pesquisa observacional de tipo ecológica tendo como fonte de dados o Sistema de Informações Hospitalares do Sistema Único de Saúde (SIH- -SUS), com análise de tendência temporal das taxas de amputações em acidentes motociclísticos no período. Resultados: Evidenciou-se que 28,36% dos amputados por acidentes de trânsito na região Sul no período ocorreram por acidentes de motocicleta, sendo que o estado de Santa Catarina contribuiu com 45,66% deste total. Na região Sul, 83,11% dos amputados eram do sexo masculino, a faixa etária dos 20-29 anos foi a mais acometida, com o dobro de risco de amputação quando comparado às demais faixas. Membros inferiores representaram 64,59% da taxa total de amputações, além de apresentar um risco 444% maior de evoluir para óbito. Houve variação média anual positiva de 0,15 amputações/1.000.000 habitantes nos três estados no período estudado. Conclusão: Os números demonstram a relevância do tema abordado e a necessidade de medidas de prevenção, visto que os acidentes graves de trânsito acometem a população jovem, do sexo masculino, economicamente ativa, provocando prejuízos sociais e econômicos significativos. PALAVRAS-CHAVE: Amputação traumática, motocicletas, acidentes de trânsito

ABSTRACT Introduction: Traffic accidents have become a public health problem. Limb amputations are a serious complication, especially among motorcyclists. Objective: To study the historical trend and impact of transport accidents involving motorcycles that evolved with limb amputation, in the period 2008-2014, in southern Brazil, analyzing the temporal trend of the occurrence of these accidents, their severity and their correlation with the evolution of the motorcycle and car fleet. Methods: An ecological observational study using the Hospital Information System of the Brazilian National Health System (SIH-SUS) as a data source, with analysis of the temporal trend of amputation rates in motorcycle accidents in the period. Results: We found that 28.36% of amputees due to traffic accidents in the South region in the period occurred due to motorcycle accidents, and the state of Santa Catarina contributed with 45.66% of this total. In the South region, 83.11% of amputees were male, the 20-29 age group was the most affected, with twice the risk of amputation as compared to the other groups. Lower limbs accounted for 64.59% of the total rate of amputations, in addition to presenting a 444% higher risk of progressing to death. There was a positive mean annual variation of 0.15 amputations/1,000,000 inhabitants in the three states in the period studied. Conclusion: The numbers demonstrate the relevance of the topic addressed and the need for preventive measures, as serious traffic accidents affect the young, economically active male population, causing significant social and economic damage. KEYWORDS: Traumatic amputation, motorcycles, traffic accidents

Pesquisa de enfermedad arterial periférica de miembros inferiores en personas mayores de 50 años / Investigation of lower limb peripheral artery disease in people over the age of 50

Introducción: La enfermedad arterial periférica de miembros inferiores se considera un problema de salud por presentar elevadas tasas de morbi-mortalidad y de amputaciones no traumáticas. En ocasiones se desconoce su presencia en los adultos de la población general. Objetivo: Evaluar mediante pesquiza la presencia de la enfermedad arterial periférica de miembros inferiores en personas mayores de 50 años de la población. Métodos: Estudio descriptivo y analítico en 235 personas mayores de 50 años de diferentes municipios de la capital. El diagnóstico de la enfermedad arterial se realizó por examen físico y estudio hemodinámico. Se analizaron variables sociodemográficas y algunos factores de riego cardiovasculares. Se trabajó con un nivel de confiabilidad del 95 por ciento. Resultados: Predominaron el sexo femenino (68,1 por ciento), la piel blanca (53,2 por ciento) y el grupo etáreo entre 50 y 69 años (68,1 por ciento). Hubo mayor frecuencia de la enfermedad en el sexo masculino (70,5 por ciento). El 55,7 por ciento presentó macroangiopatía diabética. Las prevalencias encontradas para la enfermedad arterial periférica y para los factores de riesgo fueron de 51,9 por ciento y de 91,5 por ciento, respectivamente. El 64,7 por ciento de las personas presentaban tres o más factores. La hipertensión (χ 2 = 23,66; p = 0,0000; OR: 3,88) y la obesidad (χ 2 = 8,74; p < 0,001; OR: 1,38) estuvieron asociadas con la enfermedad arterial periférica. Conclusiones: Las personas mayores de 50 años de edad, del sexo masculino y con más de tres factores de riesgo tienen un riesgo elevado de presentar una enfermedad arterial periférica de miembros inferiores(AU)

Introduction: Lower limb peripheral artery disease is considered a health problem because it has high rates of morbidity-mortality and non-traumatic amputations. Its presence in adults in the general population is sometimes unknown. Objective: Assess by investigation the presence of peripheral artery disease of lower limbs in people of the population over 50 years. Methods: Descriptive and analytical study in 235 people over 50 years from different municipalities of the capital. The diagnosis of arterial disease was made by physical examination and hemodynamic study. Sociodemographic variables and some cardiovascular risk factors were analyzed. The reliability level was of 95 percent. Results: Female sex (68.1 percent), white skin (53.2 percent) and the age group between 50 and 69 years (68.1 percent) predominated. There was a higher frequency of the disease in the male sex (70.5 percent). 55.7 percent had diabetic macroangiopathy. The prevalences found for peripheral artery disease and risk factors were 51.9 percent and 91.5 percent, respectively. 64.7 percent of people had three or more factors. Hypertension (χ 2 = 23.66; p = 0.0000; OR: 3.88) and obesity (χ 2 = 8,74; p < 0,001; OR: 1,38) were associated with peripheral artery disease. Conclusions: People over 50 years of age, males and with more than three risk factors have a high risk of developing peripheral lower limb artery disease(AU)

Infección de un muñón por Leuconostoc spp, reporte de un caso y revisión de la literatura / Infection of a stump by Leuconostoc, a case report and review of the literature

Resumen La infección del muñón después de amputaciones traumáticas tiene una prevalencia hasta del 34%. Las bacterias más frecuentemente aisladas son Staphylococcus aureus, Enterobacterales como Escherichia coli; Pseudomonas aeruginosa, entre otras. Estas infecciones ocurren por la inoculación directa en el momento del trauma o por gérmenes nosocomiales; la realización de curaciones de las heridas con emplastos vegetales es una práctica aún frecuente en zonas rurales de nuestro país pero su relación con infección del sitio operatorio ha sido poco explorada en la literatura. Leuconostoc spp. es un coco Gram positivo encontrado en territorio agrícola y utilizado en la industria de alimentos. Se presenta un caso de infección de un muñón transfemoral por Leuconostoc, después de una amputación traumática del miembro inferior en una paciente previamente sana con una posible asociación a curaciones con emplastos vegetales.

Abstract Infection of a traumatic amputation stump has a prevalence of 34%. The most common bacteria isolated are Staphylococcus aureus, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Enterobacterales such as Escherichia coli. These infections occur by direct inoculation in the moment of the trauma or by nosocomial germs. Infections secondary to manipulation of the wounds with vegetable plasters have few case reports in the literature. Leuconostoc spp. is a Gram-positive coccobacillus commonly found in agricultural territory and used in the food industry. There are few case reports in the literature about bone infections by Leuconostocs pp. We present a case of an infection of the operative site of a transfemoral stump by Leuconostoc spp. after a traumatic amputation of the lower limb in a previously healthy patient who had a possible association to cures with vegetable plasters.

Indicadores de valor pronóstico de amputación en pacientes hospitalizados con pie diabético / Indicators of amputation´s prognostic value in hospitalized patients with diabetic foot

Introducción: La diabetes mellitus es la causa más importante de amputaciones no traumáticas en el mundo. El pronóstico de riesgo de amputación resulta vital para el tratamiento óptimo de los pacientes hospitalizados con pie diabético. Objetivo: Caracterizar las variables con valor pronóstico de amputación en pacientes hospitalizados con diagnóstico de pie diabético. Método: Se realizó un estudio analítico longitudinal prospectivo en el período desde diciembre de 2015 hasta diciembre de 2017, con una muestra constituida por 77 pacientes. Las variables recogidas fueron edad, sexo, resultados hemoquímicos al ingreso, co-morbilidad, control glucémico y amputaciones realizadas, estos dos últimos durante la estadía hospitalaria. Se hizo inclusión de las variables con asociación significativa en un análisis univariado (p < 0,05) en un modelo de regresión logística múltiple para evaluar su asociación independiente. Se determinaron los valores predictivos positivos, negativos, y el grado de sensibilidad y especificidad. Resultados: Los indicadores pronósticos resultantes del análisis de las variables fueron el índice leuco-hematocrito (p = 0,045), el nivel de albúmina en sangre (p = 0,004), la glicemia a mitad del ingreso (p = 0,045) y la glicemia al ingreso (p = 0,039). El índice leuco-hematocrito, menor de 6 al ingreso, se relacionó con una especificidad de 92 por ciento; la albúmina, menor de 29,9 g/L, presentó un valor predictivo positivo de 71 por ciento; la glicemia al ingreso, mayor de 21,5 mmol/L, mostró una sensibilidad de 75 por ciento; y la glicemia a mitad del ingreso, mayor de 12,9 mmol/L, manifestó una sensibilidad de 71 por ciento. Conclusiones: La evolución a la amputación de los pacientes ingresados por pie diabético se relaciona con el estado inflamatorio crónico, el estado nutricional y el control glucémico(AU)

Introduction: Diabetes mellitus is the most important cause of non-traumatic amputations in the world. The prognosis of amputation risk is vital for the optimal treatment of patients hospitalized with diabetic foot disease. Objective: Characterize variables with amputation´s prognostic value in hospitalized patients diagnosed with diabetic foot disease. Method: A prospective longitudinal analytical study was conducted in the period from December 2015 to December 2017, with a sample consisting of 77 patients. The variables collected were age, sex, hemochemical results upon admission, co-morbidity, glycaemic control and amputations performed, the latter two during the hospital stay. Variables with significant association were included in a one-variety analysis (p < 0.05) in a multiple logistic regression model to evaluate their independent association. Positive, negative predictive values, and the degree of sensitivity and specificity were determined. Results: The prognosis indicators resulting from the analysis of the variables were the leuko-hematocrit index (p = 0.045), the level of albumin in blood (p = 0.004), the glycaemia at the mid-time of the stay (p = 0.045) and the glycaemia at the admission time (p = 0.039). The leuko-hematocrit index, in less than 6 patients at admission time, was related to a specificity of 92 percent; albumin, in less than 29.9 g/L, had a positive predictive value of 71 percent; glycaemia at admission time, higher than 21.5 mmol/L, showed a sensitivity of 75 percent;and glycaemia at mid-time of the stay, higher than 12.9 mmol/L, showed a sensitivity of 71 percent. Conclusions: The evolution to amputation of patients admitted due to diabetic foot is related to chronic inflammatory state, nutritional state and glycaemic control(AU)

Reimplante de falange distal de dedo sin anastomosis venosa con anestesia local / Distal phalanx replantation under local anesthesia and without venous anastomosis

Presentamos a un paciente que sufrió una amputación traumática de la falange distal del 5to dedo de su mano izquierda, y fue tratado mediante un reimplante sin anastomosis venosa. En el mismo acto quirúrgico, se le realizó una artrodesis definitiva con clavijas. La cirugía se efectuó con anestesia troncular del dedo, por lo cual no se requirió de un anestesista ni fue necesario un tiempo adecuado de ayuno. Debido a la localización distal de la amputación y a la ausencia de una vena dorsal viable para ser anastomosada, se optó por un drenaje venoso controlado mediante la extracción de la placa ungueal, el frotado del lecho ungueal y la colocación periódica (cada 3 h, por 7 días) de una gasa impregnada con heparina. Además, el paciente fue anticoagulado con enoxaparina 40 mg y ácido acetilsalicílico cada 24 h, por 21 días. El reimplante fue exitoso. Nivel de Evidencia: IV

We present a patient who experienced a traumatic amputation of his left fifth finger distal phalanx, and was treated using replantation without venous anastomosis. The same surgical procedure also included a final arthrodesis with Kirschner wires. Surgery was performed with digital block anesthesia, which did not require the presence of an anesthesiologist nor fasting. The distal level of the amputation and the lack of viable options for dorsal vein anastomosis motivated our decision for venous drainage controlled by nail-plate removal, nail-bed scrubbing and periodic (every 3 hours during 7 days) dressing with heparin-impregnated gauze. In addition, the patient received anticoagulant therapy with aspirin and enoxaparin 40 mg every 24 hours for 21 days. The replantation procedure was a success. Level of Evidence: IV

Cicatrización secundaria en amputación digital distal. Reporte de caso y revisión bibliográfica / Secondary scarring in digital distal amputation.Case report and bibliographic review

Las lesiones digitales distales han fomentado un gran debate referente a su tratamiento, que puede ser: quirúrgico o conservador. El tratamiento, en definitiva, siempre se encamina a lograr cubrir los tejidos expuestos y epitelizar el pulpejo del dedo afectado. Durante muchas décadas, ha existido la evidencia de que la cicatrización secundaria puede ser beneficiosa y logra resultados favorables; sin embargo, por diferentes motivos ha quedado rezagada frente a la opción quirúrgica. Presentamos el caso de un paciente con amputación traumática del extremo distal del 3er dedo de la mano derecha, que fue tratado de forma conservadora, y se logró buenos resultados estéticos y funcionales. Revisamos en la literatura la validez y equivalencia entre el resultado conservador y el quirúrgico

Distal digital injuries have presented a great debate regarding its treatment, it could be: Surgical and conservative. The treatment is always aimed at achieving coverage of exposed tissues and epithelialization of the affected finger pulp. There has been evidence for many decades that secondary healing can be beneficial for the patient with favorable results, however, due to different aspects, it has lagged behind the surgical option. We present a case of a patient with traumatic amputation of the distal end of the 3rd finger of the right hand, which was treated conservatively, finding good aesthetic and functional results over time. We review in the literature the validity and equivalence in the conservative and surgical result.Keywords: digital amputation, hand, pulp injury, conservative treatment, secondary scarring.

Amputación traumática de miembros inferiores / Traumatic Amputation of Lower Limbs

RESUMEN La amputación traumática completa se define como la separación total de un segmento del miembro del resto del cuerpo. El segmento cercenado algunas veces se puede reconectar, siempre que ambas partes de la extremidad hayan sido correctamente tratadas y se cumplan determinadas condiciones. Se presentan dos casos de amputación traumática de ambos miembros inferiores: el primero, una paciente femenina de 49 años de edad, debido a un accidente de trabajo y, el segundo, un paciente masculino de 39 años, víctima de un accidente en las vías férreas. Se expone la sintomatología presentada por ambos pacientes, su tratamiento quirúrgico y evolución(AU)

ABSTRACT Complete traumatic amputation is defined as the total separation of a limb segment from the rest of the body. The severed segment can sometimes be reconnected, provided that both parts of the limb have been correctly treated and certain conditions are met. Two cases of traumatic amputation of both lower limbs are presented: the first, a female patient of 49 years of age, due to an accident at work; and the second, a male patient of 39 years, victim of a railroad accident. The symptoms presented by both patients, their surgical treatment and evolution are exposed(AU)

Enfrentamento e Adaptação de Pacientes na Amputação por Trauma ou Doença / Patients Coping and Adaptation in the Amputation by Trauma or Disease

A amputação é uma perda física e psíquica. A pessoa amputada precisa se adaptar a nova forma de vida. Objetivo: O presente estudo teve como objetivo avaliar o impacto da estratégia de enfrentamento no processo de adaptação de pacientes amputados devido a algum trauma (acidente) ou doença. Método: Foram aplicados entrevista semiestruturada, Escala Modo de Enfrentamento de Problemas - EMEP e questionário sociodemográfico no período de agosto a outubro de 2015, no Hospital de Base do Distrito Federal. Realizou-se um estudo quantitativo de corte transversal, com amostra não probabilística por conveniência. Os critérios de inclusão da pesquisa foram todos os pacientes que sofreram amputação por trauma ou doença, com condições cognitivas de participar da pesquisa e que aceitaram participar. Resultados: Dos 31 entrevistados, 9,7% sofreram amputação por trauma e 90,3% por doença. Foram considerados mal adaptados ao tratamento 12,9% dos entrevistados. A amostra encontrada foi dividida em dois grupos em relação ao seu modo de enfrentamento, a saber: a) enfrentamento focalizado no problema e b) práticas religiosas/pensamento fantasioso. Conclusão: A análise dos achados sugere uma não associação entre estratégias de enfrentamento e adaptação, dada a não variação nas estratégias de enfrentamento encontradas. Não foi possível concluir se não existe diferença quanto à estratégia de enfrentamento de pacientes amputados por trauma ou por doença. (AU)

Introduction: Amputation is a physical and psychological loss. The amputated person needs to adapt to a new way of life. Objective: The present study aimed to evaluate the coping strategy impact into the adaptation process of the amputated patient due to trauma (accident) or disease. Methods: Semi-structured interview, Ways of Coping Scale and sociodemographic questionnaire were applied during August, September and October of 2015 in the "Hospital de Base of Distrito Federal" and performing a quantitative cross-sectional study, with a non-probabilistic sample by convenience. The inclusion criteria of the research were all of the patients who suffered amputation due to trauma or disease, with cognitive conditions to participate in the research and who accepted to participate. Results: Among the 31 participants, 9,7% suffered amputation due to trauma and 90.3% due to a disease. Only 12.9% of the participants were considered ill-adapted to the treatment. The sample found was divided into two groups in relation to their mode of coping, namely: a) problem-focused and b) religious practices/fantasy thinking. Conclusion: The analysis of the findings suggests no association between coping strategies and adaptation, given the non-variation in coping strategies encountered. It was not possible to conclude that there is no difference in the coping strategy of patients amputated due to trauma or illness. (AU)

Pulgarización del índice en amputación traumática de pulgar mediante técnica de Buck-Gramcko modificada. Reporte de caso / Index finger pollicisation for traumatic amputation of the thumb using modified Buck-Gramcko technique. Case report

Introducción Las amputaciones traumáticas del pulgar representan un pequeño pero devastador porcentaje de consulta de urgencias. Se presenta aquí la experiencia de un caso de pulgarización de índice como manejo reconstructivo en una amputación compleja de pulgar de la mano dominante en un niño de 10 años. El objetivo es reportar el proceso quirúrgico de pulgarización del índice como alternativa reconstructiva en la amputación traumática de pulgar y analizar los resultados obtenidos. Materiales y métodos Reporte de un caso de amputación traumática de pulgar el cual se reconstruyó tomando como base la técnica de pulgarización descrita por Buck-Gramko, modificada por el equipo quirúrgico para obtener los resultados requeridos en anatomía, funcionalidad y estética. Paciente evaluado a los 6 meses postquirúrgicos con excelentes resultados medidos a través de la escala Percival Hand Score para funcionalidad del pulgar obteniendo el puntaje máximo de calidad superior a 20 puntos. Se recuperaron las funciones de pinza fina y prensión cilíndrica de la mano con independencia para movilidad de flexo-extensión, aducción y oposición del pulgar en más del 90% de su capacidad. Discusión La pulgarización del índice es una alternativa quirúrgica importante para el manejo de las amputaciones traumáticas de pulgar, por los excelentes resultados que se obtienen en cuanto a funcionalidad, anatomía y estética.

Background Traumatic amputation of the thumb is an uncommon injury but nevertheless a devastating one, and represents a small percentage of emergency visits. The aim of this study is to present the experience of index finger pollicisation as a complex reconstructive management for a thumb amputation of the dominant hand in a 10-year-old patient, as well performing an analysis of the functional results. Case Report A 10-year-old patient with traumatic amputation of thumb had a surgical reconstruction of the injury by using an index finger pollicisation technique as described by Buck-Gramcko and modified by the senior author in order to achieve the results required in anatomy, functionality, and aesthetics. Excellent results, measured by Percival Hand functionality thumb Score, were obtained 6 months after the surgery, with a maximum score of 20 points (higher quality). Pincer grip and cylindrical hand grip skills were recovered as well as flexion, extension, adduction, and opposition of the thumb for an overall rate 90% when compared with an uninjured thumb. Discussion Index finger pollicisation is important for the management of traumatic thumb amputation due to the excellent results obtained in terms of functionality, aesthetics, and anatomy, and should always be considered as a surgical alternative.

Risk Factors of Amputation in Lower Extremity Trauma with Combined Femoropopliteal Arterial Injury

PURPOSE: The clinical characteristics and results of femoropopliteal artery injury (FPAI) remain unclear. In this study, we evaluated the outcomes and risk factors of limb loss in patients treated for FPAI. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We retrospectively reviewed data from a database of patients who underwent revascularization for an FPAI at a single institution between January 2013 and December 2017. We reviewed and analyzed the characteristics, postoperative results, and factors that influence amputation rates. RESULTS: Twenty-four femoropopliteal arterial reconstructions in 24 patients were included in this study. Among the patients were 20 (83.3%) male with a first-quartile age of 28 years and a third-quartile age of 45 years (range, 15–68 years). The mean injury severity score (ISS) was 16 (range, 4–55), and 5 patients (20.8%) had ISSs of >20 points. The mean mangled extremity severity score (MESS) was 3.8 (range, 1–11), and 8 patients (33.3%) had MESSs of >5 points. In terms of arterial reconstruction methods, autogenous saphenous vein grafting, vein patching, and primary closure were performed in 9 patients (37.5%), 4 patients (16.7%), and 11 patients (45.8%), respectively. Despite arterial reconstruction, 5 patients (20.8%) underwent above-knee amputation. ISSs of >20, MESSs of >7, and orthopedic fixation were statistically significant factors associated with amputation. CONCLUSION: In cases of FPAI with ISSs of >20, MESSs of >7, and orthopedic fixation, amputations should be considered. We were also careful to attempt limb salvage in such cases.

Quality of Life Associated Factors in a North African Sample of Lower Limbs Amputees

OBJECTIVE: To study factors associated to the quality of life in a North African sample of lower limbs amputees. METHODS: We conducted a prospective study in the Department Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University Hospital of Monastit, Tunisia. A consecutive sample of patients with amputations of the lower limbs was included. The evaluated parameters were quality of life using the Short-Form quality-of-life questionnaire (SF-36), pain using a visual analog scale, function using, the perimeter of walking (PW), the Special Interest Group of the Amputee Medicine (SIGAM) and the Locomotion Capacities Index of the Prosthetic Profile of the Amputee (LCI), and psychological status thanks to the Hospital Anxiety and Depression scale. In the study, the patients were evaluated at the first consultation (T0) and again at 12 months (T1). RESULTS: We included 85 patients (age, 59.3±16.7 years) with a sex ratio of 3. The patient quality of life was positively correlated to distal type of amputation, traumatic origin, better LCI (p≤0.001, r=0.349), SIGAM (p=0.046) and PW. A negative correlation was noted with age (p=0.012, r=−0.483) and higher psychological scores (p=0.002, r=−0.321). CONCLUSION: In our sample of North African lower limbs amputees the age and the functional status were the most important predictors of the quality of life.

Reconstrucción de miembro superior posterior a lesión catastrófica por quemadura / Upper extremity reconstruction after a catastrophic injury from burning

INTRODUCCIÓN. Las lesiones catastróficas del miembro superior han sido lesiones devastadoras que afectaron a muchas estructuras esenciales como la mano, antebrazo, brazo y órganos adyacentes, que casi siempre conducen a una incapacidad significativa, de forma directa o mediante el impacto psicosocial que se relacione con la ausencia o atrofia de miembros. OBJETIVO. Demostrar la versatilidad y efectividad del uso del colgajo paraescapular para cubrir defectos severos postraumáticos en un miembro superior catastrófico. Así como, dar a conocer resultados de una amputación digital que preserve la mayor funcionalidad de la mano. CASO CLINICO. Paciente masculino de 37 años, que sufrió quemadura eléctrica de alto voltaje de tercer grado del 30,0% de superficie corporal total. Se realizó tratamiento con colgajo paraescapular para defecto axilar y amputación digital funcional en manos. RESULTADOS. Al quinto mes postquirúrgico se evidenció todos los movimientos conservados en la extremidad superior sin retracción a nivel axilar. Tras la rehabilitación se consiguió conservar en las manos gran porcentaje de fuerza prensil y motricidad fina. DISCUSIÓN. El colgajo paraescapular permitió una reconstrucción temprana y definitiva del defecto extenso, mejorando la funcionalidad de la extremidad superior derecha. La amputación digital preservó una máxima longitud funcional, permitiendo una curación rápida de las heridas, disminuyendo costos y estancia hospitalaria. CONCLUSIÓN. El colgajo paraescapular brindó cobertura a defectos de hombro y axila que permitió recuperar todos los ángulos de movilidad de la extremidad afectada, sin retracción de la piel. La amputación funcional de rayos en la mano admitió conservar fuerza prensil y motora, mejorando la calidad de vida.

INTRODUCTION. Catastrophic injuries of the upper limb have been devastating injuries that affected many essential structures such as the hand, forearm, arm and adjacent organs, which almost always lead to a significant disability, directly or through the psychosocial impact that is related to the absence or atrophy of members. OBJECTIVE. Prove the versatility and effectiveness of the use of the paraescapular flap to cover severe post-traumatic defects in a catastrophic upper limb. As well as, present results of a digital amputation that preserves the greatest functionality of the hand. CLINICAL CASE. A 37 year old male patient, who suffered a third degree high voltage electrical burn of 30,0% of total body surface area. Treatment was performed with paracapular flap for axillary defect and functional digital amputation in hands. RESULTS. By the fifth postoperative month, all movements preserved in the upper extremity without retraction at the axillary level were evident. After the rehabilitation it was possible to keep in the hands a great percentage of prehensile strength and fine motor skills. DISCUSSION. The paraescapular flap allowed an early and definitive reconstruction of the extensive defect, improving the functionality of the right upper extremity. The digital amputation preserved a maximum functional length, allowing a quick healing of the wounds, reducing costs and hospital stay. CONCLUSION. The paraescapular flap provided coverage for shoulder and axilla defects, which allowed recovery of all the angles of mobility of the affected limb, without retraction of the skin. The functional amputation of rays in the hand allowed conserving prehensile and motor strength, improving the quality of life.

Retrospective study to evaluate the treatment of digital pulp lesions using a homodigital flap / Estudo retrospectivo para avaliação do tratamento de lesões da polpa digital com retalho homodigital

ABSTRACT Objective: To assess the homodigital flap surgical procedure, as well as the function of the finger, pain, sensation, esthetics, and patient satisfaction. Method: Retrospective analysis of records and questionnaires of patients who underwent this surgical technique between the months of May 2013 and October 2016. Eight were included in the study, with an average follow-up period of 23 months. Patients with digital pulp lesions of the thumbs and those who did not perform rehabilitation were excluded. All underwent the two-point discrimination test, the Semmes-Weinstein test, and range of motion evaluation. The age varied from 22 to 59 years (average of 32.9), six (75%) being male patients. Results: Three patients (37.5%) had involvement of the right hand and five of the left (62.5%). Regarding the etiology, seven suffered injury and one a chemical burn. The average distance obtained from the two-point discrimination test was 7.3 mm. All patients who underwent the Semmes-Weinstein test obtained response to the purple filament. The average sum of the range of motion of the affected digit was 98.9%. The flap area was on average 294.4 mm2. The return to work averaged seven weeks. A positive Tinel sign was found in the donating area and two reported intolerance to cold. Partial or total necrosis of the flap was not observed. Conclusion: The homodigital flap technique presented satisfactory esthetics and functional results regarding feasibility, sensation, and digital mobility in pulp lesions.

RESUMO Objetivo: Avaliar o procedimento cirúrgico de retalho homodigital, bem como a função do quirodáctilo, a dor, a sensibilidade, a estética e a satisfação do paciente. Método: Análise retrospectiva de prontuários e questionários de pacientes submetidos a essa técnica entre maio de 2013 e outubro de 2016. Oito pacientes foram incluídos no estudo, com uma média de seguimento de 23 meses. Foram excluídos os pacientes com lesões de polpa digital em polegares e os que não fizeram reabilitação. Todos os pacientes fizeram os testes de discriminação entre dois pontos, Semmes-Weinstein, e avaliação do arco de movimento. A idade variou entre 22 e 59 anos (média de 32,9), seis (75%) eram do sexo masculino. Resultados: Três pacientes (37,5%) tiveram acometimento da mão direita e cinco (62,5%), da esquerda. Com relação à etiologia, sete sofreram lesão traumática e um sofreu queimadura química. A distância média obtida no teste de discriminação entre dois pontos foi de 7,3 mm. Todos os pacientes submetidos ao teste Semmes-Weinstein obtiveram resposta ao filamento de cor roxa. A média da somatória do arco de movimento do dígito acometido foi de 98,9%. A área do retalho foi em média de 294,4 mm2. O retorno ao trabalho foi em torno de sete semanas. Um apresentou sinal de Tinel positivo na área doadora e dois referiram intolerância ao frio. Não se observou necrose parcial ou total do retalho. Conclusão: A técnica do retalho homodigital apresentou resultados estéticos e funcionais satisfatórios quanto à viabilidade, sensibilidade e mobilidade digital em lesões da polpa.

Aptidão cardiorrespiratória de indivíduos com amputação traumática de membro inferior unilateral e sua predisposição a eventos coronarianos / Cardiorespiratory fitness of individuals with unilateral lower limb traumatic amputation and their predisposition to coronary events

Introdução: As amputações de origem traumática, que é responsável por 10,6% das amputações em membros inferiores, tem incidência maior nos sujeitos antes dos 50 anos de idade, em conseqüência de fraturas expostas, contaminação severa da ferida, lesões tipo esmagamento que levam a necrose progressiva do músculo ou lesões de reconstrução incapacitante [1]. O trauma, característico nas amputações de membro inferior, corresponde a uma lesão ocorrida no terreno vásculo-ortopédico e de forma combinada, na maioria das vezes [2]. Um dos principais focos da reabilitação de indivíduos amputados de membros inferiores é o restabelecimento da marcha, funcional e independente, sob a utilização de uma prótese para compensar, se possível, a funcionalidade perdida. A utilização da prótese em conjunto à reabilitação tem o intuito de devolver ao paciente, o ortostatismo e a capacidade de deambular [3]. A presença de fatores de risco cardiovasculares pode justificar e até mesmo explicar grande parte das doenças do sistema cardíaco [4]. A literatura nos relata maior demanda metabólica ao andar após a amputação transtibial, porém as pesquisas concentram-se em indivíduos amputados por causa vascular [5]. Objetivo: Avaliar a aptidão cardiorrespiratória do amputado de causa traumática e sua predisposição a doenças coronarianas. Material e métodos: Estudo de natureza quantitativa, de delineamento experimental do tipo transversal, sendo o grupo formado por três pacientes amputados transtibiais unilateral de causa traumática, emparelhados em sexo, idade e Índice de Massa Corporal. O estudo foi realizado com pacientes do Serviço de Reabilitação Física da UNISC- Universidade de Santa Cruz do Sul, no Laboratório de Atividade Física e Saúde da universidade. Os sujeitos responderam ao questionário de risco coronariano, proposto pela Michigan Heart Association (2003), que é formado por uma tabela contendo oito fatores de risco, sendo eles idade, hereditariedade, peso corporal, tabagismo, sedentarismo, hipercolesterolemia, hipertensão arterial e gênero. Cada fator de risco possui seis opções de resposta. Toda resposta equivale a um escore que representa o risco coronariano relativo àquele fator. A soma dos escores obtidos nas respostas dos oito fatores corresponde a uma pontuação, que representa o risco ao desenvolvimento de doença caronariana. A classificação desse risco é realizada pela comparação da pontuação obtida no questionário com a tabela de classificação formulada pela própria Michigan Heart Association (2003). A classificação do risco coronariano é definida como: bem abaixo da média (06-11 pontos); abaixo da média (12-17 pontos); médio (18-24 pontos); moderado (25-31 pontos); alto (32-40 pontos); e muito alto (41-62 pontos). Posterior realizaram teste ergométrico em esteira sob protocolo de Bruce modificado, sendo obtidos seus volumes máximos de oxigênio. Resultados: A média de idade dos pacientes foi 22,6 anos. O paciente A apresentou aptidão cardiorrespiratória regular, e os pacientes B e C apresentaram aptidão fraca e muito fraca. Em relação à recuperação da FC no primeiro minuto após o teste, o paciente B não apresentou resultados esperados. Ao analisar o índice de oxigênio consumido pelo miocárdio, este necessitou de maior trabalho cardiovascular (6270 mmHg.bpm), quando comparado aos pacientes A e C, respectivamente, 3190 mmHg.bpm e 3570 mmHg.bpm. Conclusão: Houve um aumento da predisposição ao desenvolvimento de doenças coronarianas para os amputados participantes, mesmo estes sendo de causa traumática. (AU)