[Radiographic measurements of acetabular component orientation with Widmer´s method in total hip arthroplasty. Descriptive case series]. / Mediciones radiográficas de la orientación del componente acetabular con el método de Widmer en la artroplastía total de cadera. Serie de casos descriptiva.

INTRODUCTION: total hip arthroplasty (THA) is one of the most performed surgeries worldwide, with high satisfaction rates. The orientation of the acetabular component has a direct impact on the risk of dislocation, recently with the support of robotic surgery the margin of error in implant placement has decreased; however, the conventional technique even without fluoroscopic support continues to have satisfactory results within the safety zone. MATERIAL AND METHODS: retrospective, cross-sectional, descriptive case series of patients treated with THA at Hospital General Xoco between 2022 and 2024. Degrees of anteversion and inclination were measured with Widmer's method on postoperative radiographs. RESULTS: the radiographs of 113 patients were studied, 80 female and 33 male, with a mean age of 63.2 ± 13.01 years (95% CI: 60.6-65.4), a mean inclination of 42.2° ± 8.1° (95% CI: 40.7-43.2) and anteversion of 14.3° ± 8.5° (95% CI: 12.5-15.4); 76% of the population was within Lewinnek safe zone; by etiology: osteoarthrosis 74%, sequelae of dysplasia 68% and intracapsular fracture 82%; difference between the values of the affected side: left 65%, right 83%, of 3.9° and 4.7°/6.4o and 9° in relation to the overall values of the population. CONCLUSION: in our population undergoing THA, without the use of robotic technique or support of imaging studies, anteversion and inclination figures were recorded within the Lewinnek safety parameters with a conventional method.

INTRODUCCIÓN: la artroplastía total de cadera (ATC) es una de las cirugías más realizadas a nivel mundial, con altos porcentajes de satisfacción. La orientación del componente acetabular tiene impacto directo en el riesgo de luxación; recientemente, con el apoyo de la cirugía robótica, el margen de error en la colocación de los implantes ha disminuido; sin embargo, la técnica convencional, incluso sin apoyo fluoroscópico, continúa teniendo resultados satisfactorios dentro de la zona de seguridad. MATERIAL Y MÉTODOS: serie de casos retrospectiva, transversal y descriptiva, de pacientes tratados con ATC en Hospital General Xoco entre 2022 y 2024. Se midieron los grados de anteversión e inclinación con el método de Widmer en las radiografías postoperatorias. RESULTADOS: se estudiaron las radiografías de 113 pacientes, 80 mujeres y 33 hombres, con edad media de 63.2 ± 13.01 años (IC95%: 60.6-65.4), se obtuvo una inclinación media de 42.2° ± 8.1° (IC95%: 40.7-43.2) y anteversión de 14.3° ± 8.5° (IC95% 12.5-15.4); 76% de la población se encontraba dentro de la zona segura de Lewinnek; por etiología: osteoartrosis 74%, secuelas de displasia 68% y fractura intracapsular 82%; diferencia entre los valores del lado afectado: izquierdo 65%, derecho 83%, de 3.9° y 4.7°/6.4° y 9° en relación con los valores globales de la población. CONCLUSIÓN: en nuestra población sometida a ATC, sin uso de técnica robótica o apoyo de estudios de imagen, se registraron cifras de anteversión e inclinación dentro de los parámetros de seguridad de Lewinnek con un método convencional.

[Partial exchange of components in chronic hip infection]. / Intercambio parcial de componentes en infección crónica de cadera.

INTRODUCTION: one- or two-stage total revision is considered the gold standard for the treatment of hip arthroplasty with chronic infection. However, during the removal of a fixed prosthetic component, the host bone may be damaged, making definitive prosthetic reimplantation difficult. OBJECTIVE: we present a series of patients treated for chronic periprosthetic hip infection with preservation of one fixed component. MATERIAL AND METHODS: this study included 12 patients with hip arthroplasty and chronic periprosthetic infection scheduled for one or two-stage partial replacement with retention of a fixed component between June 2015 and January 2021. The minimum follow-up period was 2 years (mean, 4.08 years). None of the 12 patients in this series was lost to follow-up. We evaluated the evolution through clinical examination, Harris Hip Score, laboratory and radiological studies. RESULTS: at a mean follow-up of 4.08 years after prosthetic reimplantation, two of the 12 patients had recurrence of infection (16.6%), and the mean Harris hip score reached 63.6 points at the last follow-up assessment. CONCLUSIONS: fixed implant preservation may be an acceptable option for patients with chronic periprosthetic hip infection when removal of the fixed component results in significant bone loss compromising future reimplantation. However, more studies are required on this treatment method.

INTRODUCCIÓN: la revisión total en una o dos etapas se considera el estándar de oro para el tratamiento de la artroplastía de cadera con infección crónica. Sin embargo, durante la extracción de un componente protésico fijo, el hueso del huésped puede dañarse, lo que dificulta la reimplantación definitiva de la prótesis. OBJETIVO: presentamos una serie de pacientes tratados por infección crónica periprotésica de cadera con la preservación de un componente fijo. MATERIAL Y MÉTODOS: este estudio retrospectivo incluyó a 12 pacientes con artroplastía de cadera e infección periprotésica crónica programadas para revisión parcial en una o dos etapas con retención de un componente fijo entre Junio de 2015 y Enero de 2021. El período mínimo de seguimiento fue de dos años (media, 4.08 años). Ninguno de los 12 pacientes de esta serie se perdió en el seguimiento. Evaluamos la evolución a través del examen clínico, puntuación de cadera de Harris, estudios de laboratorio y radiológicos. RESULTADOS: con un seguimiento promedio de 4.08 años después de la reimplantación protésica, dos de los 12 pacientes presentaron recurrencia de la infección (16.6%) y la puntuación media de Harris en la cadera alcanzó 63.6 puntos en la última evaluación de seguimiento. CONCLUSIONES: la preservación del implante fijo puede ser una opción aceptable para pacientes estrictamente seleccionados con infección periprotésica crónica de cadera cuando la extracción del componente fijo produce una pérdida ósea significativa que compromete la reconstrucción futura. Se necesitan más estudios sobre este método de tratamiento.

Total hip arthroplasty in adolescents: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

PURPOSE: Total hip arthroplasty (THA) has demonstrated excellent results in elderly patients, however, the indications, outcomes, and long-term results in adolescent patients are less understood. This study aims to assess the outcomes of THA in patients under 21, providing insights for clinical decision-making in this exceptional population. METHODS: A systematic review in PubMed, Ovid MEDLINE, and Embase database was performed. We included studies reporting clinical, radiological, and functional outcomes of THA in patients younger than 21 years, for any cause, with a with a minimum follow-up of one year. The ten year survivorship estimate was pooled using a meta-analysis methodology and each study was weighted according to its standard error, calculated from published confidence intervals. RESULTS: We included 25 studies involving 1166 hips. Median age was 17 years old, 60% were females, and the average follow-up was 8.1 years. Juvenile inflammatory arthritis was the main indication for total hip arthroplasty (THA). The all-cause revision rate was 14.4% and aseptic loosening was the most common cause. Only eight studies reported ten year survival rates and form the pooled analysis an 84.91% survival rate (95% CI 70.56 - 99.27) was obtained. An average score of 88.08 in the Harris Hip Score (HHS) was observed. We found a 3.43% complication rate. CONCLUSIONS: Hip arthroplasty is an acceptable option for adolescents with end-stage arthritis. However, the altered hip anatomy, the elevated revision rate, and the long-term implant survival must be considered before performing a THA in adolescent patients.

Custom-made Trabecular Metal Acetabular Component in Total Hip Revision / Acetábulo de metal trabeculado customizado na revisão de artroplastia total do quadril

Abstract The following case report aims to demonstrate a total hip arthroplasty revision surgery (THARS) using a custom-made trabecular metal acetabular component for correction of a severe acetabular defect. Currently, in the literature, there are few complete descriptions of surgical planning and procedures involving customized prostheses. This is due to the inherent technical difficulty of the surgical procedure and the high costs related to the planning and materials.

Resumo O seguinte relato de caso tem como objetivo demonstrar uma cirurgia de revisão de artroplastia total do quadril (RATQ) com o uso de componente acetabular customizado de metal trabeculado para correção de defeito acetabular severo. Atualmente, na literatura existem poucas descrições completas do planejamento e procedimentos cirúrgicos envolvendo próteses customizadas, tanto pela dificuldade técnica, inerente ao ato cirúrgico, quanto devido aos altos custos relacionados ao planejamento e materiais.

Diagnosis and Prevention of Periprosthetic Joint Infections by Staphylococcus aureus after Hip Fracture: A Systematic Review of the Literature / Diagnóstico e prevenção de infecções articulares periprotéticas por Staphylococcus aureus após fratura de quadril: Revisão sistemática de literatura

Abstract Hip arthroplasties are surgical procedures widely performed all over the world, seeking to return functionality, relieve pain, and improve the quality of life of patients affected by osteoarthritis, femoral neck fractures, osteonecrosis of the femoral head, among other etiologies. Periprosthetic joint infections are one of the most feared complications due to the high associated morbidity and mortality, with a high number of pathogens that may be associated with its etiology. The aim of the present study was to analyze aspects correlated with the occurrence of infection, diagnosis and prevention of periprosthetic joint infections in the hip associated with Staphylococcus aureus after corrective surgery for hip fractures. This is a systematic review of the literature carried out in the databases indexed in the Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online (MEDLINE) carried out in accordance with the precepts established by the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) methodology. Twenty studies that addressed the diagnosis and prevention of periprosthetic joint infections after hip fractures were selected for analysis. It is observed that there is no consensus in the literature on preventive measures for the occurrence of such infectious processes. Among the risk factors for the occurrence and severity of infections by S. aureus after hip arthroplasties, obesity, longer surgical time, older age, immunosuppression, recent use of antibiotics, and multicomorbidities were mentioned. The use of biomarkers for early diagnosis, as well as screening, decolonization, and antibiotic prophylaxis processes are among the preventive procedures proposed in the literature.

Resumo As artroplastias de quadril são procedimentos cirúrgicos largamente realizados em todo o mundo buscando retorno da funcionalidade, alívio da dor e melhora da qualidade de vida dos pacientes acometidos por quadros de osteoartrite, fraturas de colo de fêmur e osteonecrose da cabeça femoral, dentre outras etiologias. As infecções articulares periprotéticas são uma das complicações mais temidas pela elevada morbimortalidade associada, com elevado número de patógenos que podem estar associados à sua etiologia. O objetivo do presente estudo foi analisar aspectos correlacionados à ocorrência da infecção, diagnóstico e prevenção de infecções articulares periprotéticas no quadril associadas a Staphylococcus aureus após cirurgia corretiva de fraturas de quadril. Trata-se de uma revisão sistemática de literatura realizada nas bases de dados indexadas na Medical Literature Analysis and Retrieval System Online (MEDLINE, na sigla em inglês) realizada de acordo com os preceitos estabelecidos pela metodologia Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA, na sigla em inglês). Foram selecionados para análise 20 estudos que abordavam o diagnóstico e prevenção de infecções articulares periprotéticas após fraturas de quadril. Observa-se que não há consenso na literatura sobre medidas preventivas para ocorrência de tais processo infecciosos. Dentre os fatores de risco para ocorrência e gravidade das infecções por S. aureus após artroplastias de quadril foram citados obesidade, maior tempo cirúrgico, maior idade, quadros de imunossupressão, uso recente de antibióticos e multicomorbidades. O uso de bio-marcadores para diagnóstico precoce, bem como processos de triagem, descolonização e antibioticoprofilaxia estão entre os procedimentos preventivos propostos na literatura.

Impacto sanitario económico de dos modelos de provisión de prótesis desde un sistema público de salud / Financial and health impact of two models of providing prostheses in a public health system

[RESUMEN]. Objetivo. Comparar los resultados sanitarios y económicos de dos sistemas de adquisición de prótesis: un sistema tradicional en el cual la compra se inicia al solicitar el insumo versus un modelo de insumos en existencia denominado Banco de Prótesis. Métodos. Estudio descriptivo-analítico, en usuarios del Ministerio de Salud de la provincia de Buenos Aires, Argentina. Los pacientes pertenecían a dos grupos de estudio 1) prótesis provistas por vía tradicional del Sistema Informático para Adquisición y Contrataciones Hospitalarias (SIPACH); 2) prótesis provistas por Banco de Prótesis (BDP). Se limitó el análisis a prótesis endovasculares del tipo stent coronario y prótesis de cadera. Se utilizaron bases de datos oficiales gubernamentales. El periodo de estudio comprendió del 01/01/2018 hasta el 31/10/2022. Las variables analizadas fueron: edad, sexo, diagnóstico, hospital, tipo de implante o prótesis; fecha solicitud; fecha adquisición; precio unitario, costos directos e indirectos; costos promedio de la internación diaria, costo-efectividad e impacto presupuestario. Resultados. Se analizaron 4 106 solicitudes. En el sistema tradicional, 13,5% de los pacientes no consiguieron sus prótesis, hubo 50 días más de demora que con BDP, y los costos totales fueron superiores en SIPACH (stent coronarios +463%, prótesis de cadera +133%). El BDP ahorró US$ 3,2 millones anuales y evitó 22 muertes con la provisión temprana de prótesis endovasculares. Conclusiones. El BDP demostró superioridad al modelo tradicional de provisión de prótesis tanto en términos sanitarios, por lograr mayor acceso, acortar tiempos de espera y evitar muertes; como económicos, por reducir significativamente los precios unitarios y globales, logrando un notable ahorro en los presupuestos asignados.

[ABSTRACT]. Objective. Compare the health outcomes and financial outcomes of two systems for the procurement of prostheses: the traditional system, in which procurement is initiated when a product is requested; and the "Prosthesis Bank" model, based on a current inventory of supplies. Methods. Descriptive-analytical study of users of Ministry of Health services in the province of Buenos Aires, Argentina. The patients belonged to two study groups: 1) prostheses were provided through the traditional computerized system for hospital procurement and contracting, known as SIPACH; and 2) prostheses were provided by the Prosthesis Bank. The study was limited to endovascular prostheses (coronary stents) and hip prostheses. Official government databases were used. The study period was from 01/01/2018 to 31/10/2022. The variables analyzed were: age, sex, diagnosis, hospital, type of implant or prosthesis, date of request, date received, unit price, direct and indirect costs, average cost of daily hospitalization, cost-effectiveness, and budgetary impact. Results. A total of 4 106 applications were analyzed. In the traditional system: 13.5% of patients did not get their prostheses; it took 50 days longer than with the Prosthesis Bank; and total costs were higher in SIPACH (coronary stent, +463%; hip prosthesis, +133%). The Prosthesis Bank saved USD 3.2 million annually and prevented 22 deaths through early provision of endovascular prostheses. Conclusions. The Prosthesis Bank proved to be superior to the traditional model for providing prostheses, both in terms of health—by achieving better access, shortening waiting times, and avoiding deaths—and financially— by significantly reducing unit and overall prices, achieving significant savings in allocated budgets.

[RESUMO]. Objetivo. Comparar os resultados econômicos e sanitários de dois sistemas de aquisição de próteses: um sistema tradicional, no qual a compra é iniciada mediante solicitação, e um modelo em estoque chamado Banco de Próteses (BDP). Métodos. Estudo descritivo-analítico com usuários do Ministério da Saúde da província de Buenos Aires, Argentina. Os pacientes pertenciam a dois grupos de estudo: 1) próteses fornecidas pelo método tradicional do Sistema Informatizado de Aquisição e Contratações Hospitalares (SIPACH); e 2) próteses fornecidas pelo BDP. A análise se restringiu a próteses endovasculares do tipo stent coronariano e próteses de quadril. Foram utilizados bases de dados oficiais do governo. O período do estudo foi de 01/01/2018 a 31/10/2022. As variáveis analisadas foram: idade, sexo, diagnóstico, hospital, tipo de implante ou prótese; data de solicitação; data de aquisição; preço unitário, custos diretos e indiretos; custo médio diário de internação, relação custo-efetividade e impacto orçamentário. Resultados. Foram analisadas 4 106 solicitações. No sistema tradicional, 13,5% dos pacientes não recebe- ram as próteses e houve 50 dias a mais de espera do que pelo BDP. Além disso, os custos totais foram maiores no SIPACH (+463% no caso dos stents coronários e +133% para as próteses de quadril). O BDP economizou US$ 3,2 milhões ao ano e evitou 22 mortes com o fornecimento precoce de próteses endovasculares. Conclusões. O BDP demonstrou superioridade em relação ao modelo tradicional de fornecimento de próteses, tanto em termos sanitários, ao oferecer maior acesso, diminuir o tempo de espera e evitar mortes, quanto em termos econômicos, ao reduzir significativamente os preços unitários e totais, gerando economias significativas nos orçamentos alocados.

[Bilateral central femoral dislocation after seizure. Antiprotrusive ring and dual mobility cup as a therapeutic option. Apropos of a case]. / Luxación bilateral central femoral tras crisis convulsiva. Anillo antiprotrusivo y cotilo de doble movilidad como opción terapéutica. A propósito de un caso.

INTRODUCTION: seizures can trigger fractures and dislocations. Injuries depend on the severity, duration and type of seizure. We present a case report of a male patient who presented with a bilateral central dislocation fracture of the hip following an episode of seizure. A case rarely described in the literature with complex and unusual management. CASE REPORT: a 77-year-old man with a history of moderate cognitive impairment suffered a bilateral central dislocation of the hip in the context of a generalized epileptic seizure. Clinically on arrival at the emergency department, the patient presented shortening of the right lower extremity compared to the contralateral, external rotation and joint locking on log roll test in both extremities. An imaging study and clinical optimization were performed prior to surgery. It was performed in two stages. First the left hip on the 8th day of admission, and the right hip on the 15th. In both surgeries the same procedure was performed, with implantation of an antiprotrusive ring and a double mobility cup prosthesis with an uncemented femoral stem. In the immediate postoperative period, the patient did not present any complications associated with the surgery. At 24-month follow-up, the patient performed full weight bearing with a Harris hip score (HHS) of 77 on the right hip and 79 on the left; 12 points on the WOMAC scale. No postoperative complications have occurred so far. CONCLUSIONS: these injuries are uncommon in our daily practice, where multiple options are available to address them. In our patient, the use of arthroplasty and antiprotrusive rings offers advantages over fracture synthesis techniques, such as early mobilization with moderate functional results and few postoperative complications.

INTRODUCCIÓN: las crisis convulsivas pueden desencadenar fracturas y luxaciones. Las lesiones dependen de la severidad, duración y el tipo de crisis. Presentamos un caso clínico de un varón que presentó una fractura luxación central bilateral de cadera tras episodio de crisis convulsiva. Un caso pocas veces descrito en la literatura con un manejo complejo y poco habitual. CASO CLÍNICO: paciente de 77 años con antecedentes de deterioro cognitivo moderado que sufrió una luxación bilateral central de cadera en contexto de una crisis convulsiva generalizada. Clínicamente, a su llegada a urgencias, el paciente presentaba un acortamiento de la extremidad inferior derecha en comparación con la contralateral, rotación externa y bloqueo articular a la realización del log roll test en ambas extremidades. Se realizó estudio de imagen y optimización clínica previo a cirugía. Se realizó en dos tiempos: primero la cadera izquierda al octavo día de ingreso y la cadera derecha al decimoquinto. En ambas cirugías se realizó el mismo procedimiento mediante implantación de anillo antiprotrusivo y prótesis con cotilo de doble movilidad con vástago femoral no cementado. En el postoperatorio inmediato, el paciente no presentó ninguna complicación asociada a la cirugía. En el seguimiento a los 12 meses, el paciente realiza carga completa con un Harris hip score (HHS) de 77 cadera derecha y 79 en la izquierda; 12 puntos en la escala WOMAC. No ha presentado complicaciones postoperatorias hasta el momento. CONCLUSIONES: estas lesiones son poco comunes en nuestra práctica diaria, donde disponemos de múltiples opciones para abordarlas. En nuestro paciente, el empleo de la artroplastía y de anillos antiprotrusivos nos ofrecen ventajas respecto a las técnicas de síntesis de la fractura, como una movilización precoz y evitar desarrollo prematuro de una artrosis postraumática, con resultados buenos, funcionales y pocas complicaciones postoperatorias.

Comparison of Surgical Procedures in the Treatment of Hip Periprosthetic Infection / Comparação entre procedimentos cirúrgicos no tratamento da infecção de prótese do quadril

Abstract Objective The present study aimed to compare the cure rate recovery time and Merle d'Aubigné-Postel functional (MAPF) score after single-stage surgery (C1T) or two-stage surgery (C2T) to treat prosthetic infections of the hip considering sociodemographic and clinical features of the patients. Materials and Methods The present retrospective study occurred in a single center from 2011 to 2014 with 37 studied cases including 26 treated with C1T and 11 with C2T. We compared the cure rate recovery time and MAPF score in the two groups as well as the sociodemographic and clinical features of the patients. We also considered surgical complications and the most common infectious agents. Results The C1T group had a faster functional recovery than the C2T group but there were no significant differences in the cure rate surgical complications or MAPF score. However C1T group patients were significantly younger which may have influenced the outcomes. Staphylococcus spp. was the most common infectious agent (62%). Conclusion Although C2T appears superior regarding infection cure C1T may be preferable for faster functional recovery. However it is critical to consider individual patient characteristics when choosing treatment. Further research with a larger sample size is required to confirm these results.

Resumo Objetivo Comparar a taxa de cura, o tempo de recuperação e a pontuação na escala funcional de Merle d'Aubigné-Postel (EFMA) entre a cirurgia em tempo único (C1T) e a cirurgia em dois tempos (C2T) no tratamento de infecções protéticas do quadril, considerando as características sociodemográficas e clínicas dos pacientes. Materiais e Métodos Foi realizado um estudo retrospectivo num único centro, entre 2011 e 2014, com um total de 37 casos estudados, sendo 26 tratados com C1T e 11 com C2T. Foram comparadas a taxa de cura, o tempo de recuperação e a pontuação EFMA entre os dois grupos, bem como as características sociodemográficas e clínicas dos pacientes. Foram também consideradas as complicações cirúrgicas e o agente infeccioso mais comum. Resultados O grupo C1T teve uma recuperação funcional mais rápida do que o grupo C2T, mas não houve diferenças significativas na taxa de cura, nas complicações cirúrgicas ou na pontuação EFMA. No entanto, o grupo C1T era significativamente mais jovem, o que pode ter influenciado os resultados. Staphylococcus spp. foi o agente infeccioso mais comum (62%). Conclusão Embora a C2T pareça ser superior em termos de cura de infecção, a C1T pode ser preferível para uma recuperação funcional mais rápida. No entanto, as características individuais dos pacientes devem ser consideradas na escolha do tratamento. São necessárias mais pesquisas com um tamanho de amostra maior para confirmar estes resultados.

Interposición hepatodiafragmática del colon / Hepatodiaphragmatic Interposition of the Colon

Hombre de 72 años con antecedentes de diabetes mellitus tipo 2 y sustitución protésica de cadera derecha hace dos años, que ingresó por dolor localizado en región posterolateral del miembro inferior derecho y dificultad para deambular. El examen físico mostró mucosas hipocoloreadas, abdomen depresible e indoloro con borramiento de la submatidez hepática normal e impotencia funcional con calor y dolor en la articulación coxofemoral. La radiografía del tórax (figura A) reveló un hemidiafragma derecho elevado y el colon transverso estaba interpuesto entre el hígado y el diafragma. Esta anormalidad anatómica es conocida como el signo de Chilaiditi y puede conducir a un diagnóstico falso positivo de neumoperitoneo (figura B de archivo). El signo de Chilaiditi se debe casi siempre a la interposición del colon transverso, aunque puede ser intestino delgado. Cuando se asocia al dolor abdominal, la entidad recibe el nombre de síndrome de Chilaiditi(AU)

Selection methodology of femoral stems under fatigue loading conditions.

The endurance properties of a femoral stem under fatigue loading must be known and the methodology proposed in this work provides the mathematical tools for designers of femoral stems and orthopedic surgeons to select the adequate material and femoral stem design with a new graph that condensate the information in an easy to use selection process. Initially, the theoretical and computational development of the fatigue analysis provides comparable results with an average error of 8.3%. And the formulated methodology with the aim of selecting the mechanical device with the best fatigue performance with an average error of 8.7%.

[Clinical results in hip replacement surgery with mild acetabular defects: a retrospective comparative study of cups with dual mobility and monopolar cups]. / Resultados clínicos en cirugía de revisión protésica de cadera con defectos acetabulares leves: estudio comparativo retrospectivo de cotilos con doble movilidad y cotilos monopolares.

INTRODUCTION: hip revision arthroplasty surgery is a surgical procedure that has been growing in recent years. Revision total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a notable surgical challenge due to the technical difficulty of the surgery itself. Complications of revision surgery includes dislocation, aseptic loosening, and infection. OBJECTIVE: to compare the clinical-radiological results, as well as the incidence of complications, of two independent samples of patients who underwent revision total hip arthroplasty (rTHA) with mild-moderate acetabular defects using dual mobility implants compared to monopolar implants. MATERIAL AND METHODS: retrospective comparative study of two cohorts of 30 patients who underwent acetabular revision surgery using large 36 mm monopolar heads or dual mobility respectively. All patients had Paprosky type I or II acetabular defects. The results on the VAS scale, WOMAC, and Harry hip score (HHS) were evaluated pre and postoperatively in both cohorts. Likewise, the incidence of postoperative complications and the survival rate between both groups were analyzed. RESULTS: mean follow-up was 5.8 years (1-10.3 years). The difference between the pre and postoperative results in each cohort was significant for the VAS, WOMAC and HHS scale. The differences obtained in these scales between the different study groups did not find significant differences. The incidence of postoperative complications between both cohorts was similar, without finding significant differences. CONCLUSIONS: we consider that dual mobility does not provide superiority in terms of clinical-functional results and incidence of postoperative complications with respect to monopolar assemblies in acetabular revision surgery with mild-moderate defects.

INTRODUCCIÓN: la cirugía de revisión protésica de cadera constituye una indicación quirúrgica que se encuentra en crecimiento en los últimos años. La artroplastía total de cadera de revisión (ATCr) se trata de un reto quirúrgico destacado debido a la dificultad técnica de la propia cirugía. Entre las complicaciones de la cirugía de revisión des­tacan las luxaciones, el aflojamiento aséptico y la infección. OBJETIVO: comparar los resultados clínico-radiológicos, así como la incidencia de complicaciones, de dos muestras independientes de pacientes intervenidos de artroplastía total de cadera de revisión (ATCr) con defectos acetabulares leves-moderados utilizando implantes de doble movilidad respecto a implantes monopolares. MATERIAL Y MÉTODOS: estudio retrospectivo comparativo de dos cohortes de 30 pacientes intervenidos de cirugía de revisión acetabular mediante cabezas monopolares de 36 mm o doble movilidad, respectivamente. Todos los pacientes presentaban defectos acetabulares tipo I o II de Paprosky. Se evaluaron los resultados con las escalas EVA, WOMAC y Harry hip score (HHS) pre y postoperatorios en ambas cohortes. Asimismo, se analizaron la incidencia de complicaciones postoperatorias y la tasa de supervivencia entre ambos grupos. RESULTADOS: el seguimiento medio fue de 5.8 años (1-10.3 años). La diferencia entre los resultados pre y postoperatorios en cada cohorte fue significativa para la escala EVA, WOMAC y HHS. Las diferencias obtenidas en dichas escalas entre los distintos grupos de estudio no hallaron diferencias significativas. La incidencia de complicaciones postoperatorias entre ambas cohortes fue similar, sin encontrar diferencias significativas. CONCLUSIONES: consideramos que la doble movilidad no aporta superioridad en cuanto a resultados clínico-funcionales e incidencia de complicaciones postoperatorias respecto a los montajes monopolares en cirugía de revisión acetabular con defectos leves-moderados.

Cirugía de prótesis de cadera en el adulto con enfermedad de Legg-Calvé-Perthes / Total hip arthroplasty in adults with Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease

Objetivos: Revisar las cirugías de prótesis totales de cadera realizadas en nuestro hospital, determinar el origen de la artrosis e identificar cuántas se colocaron por coxartrosis secundarias a enfermedad de Legg-Calvé-Perthes. Materiales y Métodos: Se realizó un estudio retrospectivo en el que se revisaron todas las cirugías de prótesis totales de cadera desde 2008 hasta diciembre de 2021. Se evaluaron las radiografías prequirúrgicas para determinar la etiología de la artrosis, y se consideraron variables, como lateralidad, sexo y edad en el momento de la intervención. Resultados: Se revisaron 1103 caderas en 935 pacientes. El 81% correspondía a coxartrosis primaria. En 11 caderas de 10 pacientes (1%), se detectó coxartrosis secundaria a la enfermedad de Legg-Calvé-Perthes. La media de la edad de estos pacientes era de 61 años. Conclusiones: Hay evidencia de que las alteraciones del crecimiento de la fisis femoral proximal o el sobrecrecimiento del trocánter mayor, propias de la enfermedad de Legg-Calvé-Perthes, pueden contribuir a la aparición de un choque femoroacetabular, con su consiguiente coxartrosis precoz. Es posible que algunas "mal clasificadas" coxartrosis primarias fueran identificadas así porque no existía otro dato sugerente de coxartrosis secundarias, y escondieran otra etiología evolucionada. Asimismo, proponemos el seguimiento del paciente joven con enfermedad de Legg-Calvé-Perthes, más allá del final del crecimiento, para identificar el choque femoroacetabular en sus inicios y poder ofrecer opciones terapéuticas artroscópicas. Nivel de Evidencia: III

Objectives: To review the number of total hip replacements (THA) performed in our hospital, determine their aetiology and identify how many of them were performed for hip osteoarthritis secondary to Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease (LCPD). Materials and Methods: We conducted a retrospective study reviewing all THA surgeries from 2008 to December 2021. We studied the pre-operative radiographs, determining the aetiology of the osteoarthritis, laterality, sex and age of the patient at the time of surgery. Results: We reviewed a total of 1103 hips in 935 patients. Primary hip osteoarthritis accounted for 81% of the cases. We gathered a total of 11 hips from 10 individuals (1%), with a mean age of 61 years, for hip osteoarthritis secondary to LCPD. Conclusions:There is evidence that femoro-acetabular impingement (FAI), which results in early secondary hip osteoarthritis, may be influenced by changes in the growth of the proximal femoral physis or overgrowth of the greater trochanter, which are characteristics of LCPD. We believe that certain cases of "misclassified" primary hip osteoarthritis may have been incorrectly identified since no additional information was found to support the diagnosis of secondary hip osteoarthritis, hiding the potential of an alternate, evolved aetiology. Furthermore, we suggest monitoring young patients with LCPD after their growth is complete in order to detect early FAI and provide arthroscopic therapeutic options. Level of Evidence: III

Parámetros radiográficos y funcionales de pacientes con coxartrosis secundaria a displasia de desarrollo de cadera sometidos a artroplastia total de cadera, en el servicio de traumatología y ortopedia del Hospital Obrero Nº1 durante las gestiones 2018 ­ 2020 / Radiographic and functional parameters of patients with coxarthrosis secondary to developmental dysplasia of the hip undergoing total hip arthroplasty, in the traumatology and orthopedics service of Hospital Obrero Nº1 during the management 2018-2020

La displasia del desarrollo de cadera del adulto (D.D.C.) es una patología que sin un manejo adecuado temprano llega a una artrosis en tiempo corto, culminando en prótesis de cadera (P.T.C.) Revisar los parámetros radiográficos y funcionales pre y postquirúrgicos que presentan los pacientes con D.D.C. que fueron sometidos (P.T.C.) Se trata de un estudio descriptivo, retrospectivo y cohorte transversal de pacientes con antecedente de coxartrosis secundaria a (D.D.C.) sometido a tratamiento quirúrgico (P.T.C.), se encontraron 45 pacientes de los cuales 29 casos cumplieron con los criterios del estudio, se realizó medición de los parámetros radiográficos pre y postquirugicos, además de utilizar el Score Harris Hip modificado y la escala analógica visual de dolor EVA. Según el género encontramos 27 mujeres y 2 varones, media de edad de 51 años, no existió diferencia significativa en lado afectado, los grados que encontramos según clasificación Crowe fueron grado 1 y 2, y según Hartofilakidis en grados Tipo A, Tipo B1 y B2, de acuerdo a la mediciones radiográficas en preoperatorio la mayoría se encontraban alteradas y se aprecia la corrección en las mediciones radiográficas postoperatorias y se encontró datos favorables en Score Harris Hip modificado, como en el EVA. Los parámetros radiográficos y funciones son datos importantes en el pre y post-quirúrgico para una adecuada planificación quirúrgica y hacer un seguimiento adecuado nuestros resultados, llegando a corregir las deficiencias encontradas.

Developmental dysplasia of the hip in adults (D.D.C.) is a pathology that, without proper early management, leads to osteoarthritis in a short time, culminating in hip prostheses (P.T.C.) To review the pre- and post-surgical radiographic and functional parameters presented by patients with D.D.C. that were subjected (P.T.C.) This is a descriptive, retrospective and cross-sectional cohort study of all patients with a history of coxarthrosis secondary to (DDC) undergoing surgical treatment (PTC). Pre- and post-surgical radiographic parameters were measured, in addition to using the Harris Hip Score. modified visual analog scale of pain VAS.45 patients were found, of which 29 cases met the study criteria, 27 women and 2 men, mean age 51 years, there was no significant difference on the affected side, the grades found according to Crowe classification were grade 1 and 2, and according to Hartofilakidis in Type A, Type B1 and B2 grades, according to the preoperative radiographic measurements, most were altered and the correction in the postoperative radiographic measurements is appreciated, favorable data are found in the modified Harris Hip Score, as in VAS .Radiographic parameters and functions are important pre- and post-surgical data for proper surgical planning and adequate follow-up of our results, correcting the deficiencies found.

Ventana cortical anterior para extracción de vástago en revisión de artroplastia total de cadera: una alternativa a la osteotomía trocantérica extendida / Anterior cortical window for stem extraction in total hip arthroplasty revision: an alternative to extended trochanteric osteotomy

Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a safe and effective procedure in patients with end-stage ostheoarthritis. In the last years the indication for THA is increasingly in younger patients, associated with rising of life expectancy, this imply an increase in revision surgeries for various causes such as: aseptic loosening, fractures and infections. In this context and in view of the need to replace the femoral component, alternatives to the classic extended trochanteric osteotomy (ETO) arise, such as the anterior cortical window (ACW), which allows the rate of complications to be reduced with excellent results. We present the case of a 51-year-old patient who sustained one episode of dislocation, who required revision surgery due to aseptic loosenig, where the ACW was used for the extraction of the stem. In addition, a review of the literature was made to show advantages and complications regarding ETO.

Strain Analysis in Cementless Hip Femoral Prosthesis using the Finite Element Method - Influence of the Variability of the Angular Positioning of the Implant / Análise da deformação na prótese femoral não cimentada do quadril pelo método de elementos finitos - Influência da variabilidade do posicionamento angular do implante

Abstract Objective The present study aims to evaluate the influence of different positioning of the hip femoral prosthesis on the stress and strain over this implant. Methods A femoral prosthesis (Taper - Víncula, Rio Claro, SP, Brazil) was submitted to a stress and strain analysis using the finite element method (FEM) according to the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 7206-6 Implants for surgery - Partial and total hip joint prostheses - Part 6: Endurance properties testing and performance requirements of neck region of stemmed femoral components standard. The analysis proposed a branch of the physical test with a +/− 5° angle variation on the standard proposed for α and β variables. Results The isolated +/− 5° variation on the α angle, as well as the association of +/− 5° variation on the α and β angles, presented significant statistical differences compared with the control strain (p= 0.027 and 0.021, respectively). Variation on angle β alone did not result in a significant change in the strain of the prosthesis (p= 0.128). The stem positioning with greatest implant strain was α = 5° and β = 14° (p= 0.032). Conclusion A variation on the positioning of the prosthetic femoral stem by +/− 5° in the coronal plane and/or the association of a +/− 5° angle in coronal and sagittal planes significantly influenced implant strain.

Resumo Objetivo Avaliar a influência da variação do posicionamento da prótese femoral do quadril na tensão e na deformação produzidas neste implante. Métodos Utilizou-se a análise de tensão e de deformação da prótese femoral (Taper, Víncula, Rio Claro, SP, Brasil) pelo método de elementos finitos (MEF) de acordo com a norma ISO 7206-6 Implants for surgery - Partial and total hip joint prostheses-Part 6: Endurance properties testing and performance requirements of neck region of stemmed femoral components. A análise propôs uma ramificação do ensaio físico, com variação da angulação de +/− 5° sobre a proposta normativa das variáveis α e β. Resultados Ao comparar com a deformação controle, houve significância estatística com a angulação isolada de +/− 5° do ângulo α, bem como com a associação de +/− 5° nas angulações α e β (p= 0,027 e 0,021, respectivamente). Já com a variação apenas do ângulo β, não houve variação significativa na deformação da prótese (p= 0,128). A posição da haste com maior deformação no implante foi com α = 5° e β = 14° (p= 0,032). Conclusão A variabilidade de posicionamento da haste femoral protética de +/− 5° no plano coronal e/ou a associação da angulação de +/− 5° nos planos coronal e sagital interferiu de forma significativa na deformação do implante.

Feasibility of total hip arthroplasty in cerebral palsy patients: a systematic review on clinical outcomes and complications.

PURPOSE: Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a successful treatment for hip osteoarthritis secondary to hip dysplasia. However, the reported rate of complications following THA in the settings of neuromuscular diseases is high. This systematic review aimed to analyze the indications, functional outcomes and surgical failures of primary THA in cerebral palsy (CP) patients. METHODS: MEDLINE, EMBASE and the Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews were searched, and all clinical studies focusing on THA in patients with CP from inception through March 2020 were included. The methodological quality was assessed with Guo et al.'s quality appraisal checklist for case series and case-control studies, while cohort and prospective studies were evaluated with a modified version of the Downs and Black's quality assessment checklist. RESULTS: The initial search returned 69 studies out of which 15, including 2732 THAs, met the inclusion criteria. The most frequent indication for THA was dislocated painful hip for which previous non-operative treatment had failed. Complications presented in 10 to 45% of cases. The most frequently reported complication was dislocation (1-20%), followed by component loosening (0.74-20%). Aseptic component loosening was the most frequent cause of revision surgery, followed by dislocation and periprosthetic fracture. Mean implant survival at ten years was 84% (range 81-86%). CONCLUSION: The available literature suggests that although THA is a beneficial procedure in CP patients, it has a higher rate of complications and worse implant survival than the general population.

Is There Any Difference Between a Spherical Marker and a Simple Coin for Hip Replacement Digital Planning? / Existe alguma diferença entre um marcador esférico e uma moeda simples para planejamento digital de substituição de quadril?

Abstract Objective To evaluate the accuracy and differences between 2 types of metallic markers, sphere, and coin, for radiographic calibration in the preoperative planning of hip arthroplasty. Methods Four spherical metallic markers and four coins, both 25 mm in diameter, were placed on the greater trochanter, pubic symphysis, between the thighs, and on the table of the exam, for radiographic examination of the hip in 33 patients with hip prosthesis. The prosthesis head was used for calibration and two examiners measured the markers' image diameters, and the results were analyzed statistically. Results In the greater trochanter, the sphere and the coin were not visualized in 19 radiographs (57.6%). Between the thighs, the coin marker was not visualized in 13 radiographs (39.4%). In the greater trochanter, the 25-mm accuracy of the coin and the sphere was, respectively, between 57.1 and 63.3% and between 64.3 and 92.9%. The coin between the thighs reached 25-mm accuracy in between 50 and 60% of cases. Over the exam table, the coin and sphere markers reached, respectively, the mean diameters of 22.91 mm and 23 mm, the lowest coefficient of variation, the lowest confidence interval, and the easiest positioning. There was statistical difference between the evaluations of the markers (coin vs. sphere) in all positions (p< 0.032), except for the exam table position (p= 0.083). Conclusions The coin between the thighs is the best marker for radiographic calibration in the preoperative planning of hip arthroplasty, and we suggest the use of another coin on the exam table for comparison, considering the 8% reduction in relation to its real size.

Resumo Objetivo Avaliar a precisão e as diferenças entre 2 tipos de marcadores metálicos, esfera e moeda, para calibração radiográfica no planejamento pré-operatório da artroplastia de quadril. Métodos Quatro marcadores metálicos esféricos e quatro moedas, ambas de 25 mm de diâmetro, foram colocadas em trocânter maior, sínfise púbica, entre as coxas e a mesa do exame, para exame radiográfico do quadril em 33 pacientes com prótese de quadril. A cabeça da prótese foi utilizada para calibração e dois examinadores mediram os diâmetros da imagem dos marcadores, e os resultados foram analisados estatisticamente. Resultados No trocânter maior, a esfera e a moeda não foram visualizadas em 19 radiografias (57,6%). Entre as coxas, o marcador de moeda não foi visualizado em 13 radiografias (39,4%). No trocânter maior, a precisão de 25 mm da moeda e da esfera foi, respectivamente, entre 57,1 e 63,3% e entre 64,3 e 92,9%. A moeda entre as coxas atingiu 25 mm de precisão entre 50 e 60%. Sobre a mesa de exame, os marcadores de moeda e esfera atingiram, respectivamente, diâmetros médios de 22,91 mm e 23 mm, o menor coeficiente de variação, o menor intervalo de confiança e o posicionamento mais fácil. Houve diferença estatística entre as avaliações dos marcadores (moeda vs. esfera) em todas as posições (p< 0,032), com exceção da posição na mesa de exame (p= 0,083). Conclusões A moeda entre as coxas é o melhor marcador para calibração radiográfica no planejamento pré-operatório da artroplastia de quadril, e sugerimos o uso de outra moeda na mesa de exame para comparação, considerando os 8% de redução em relação ao seu tamanho real.

Pre-clinical evaluation of fretting-corrosion at stem-head and stem-cement interfaces of hip implants using in vitro and in silico models.

Prior to clinical use, the corrosion resistance of new prosthesis system must be verified. The fretting-corrosion mechanisms of total hip arthroplasty (THA) implants generate metal debris and ions that can increase the incidence of adverse tissue reactions. For cemented stems, there are at least two interfaces that can be damaged by fretting-corrosion: stem-head and stem-cement. This investigation aimed to evaluate, through in vitro and in silico analyses, fretting-corrosion at the stem-head and stem-cement interfaces, to determine which surface is most affected in pre-clinical testing and identify the causes associated with the observed behavior. Unimodular stems and femoral heads of three different groups were evaluated, defined according to the head/stem material as group I (SS/SS), group II (CoCr/SS), and group III (CoCr/CoCr). Seven pairs of stems and heads per group were tested: three pairs were subjected to material characterization, three pairs to in vitro fretting-corrosion testing, and one pair to geometric modeling in the in silico analysis. The absolute area of the stem body degraded was more than three times higher compared with the trunnion, for all groups. These results were corroborated by the in silico analysis results, which revealed that the average micromotion at the stem-cement interface (9.65-15.66 µm) was higher than that at the stem-head interface (0.55-1.08 µm). In conclusion, the degradation of the stem-cement interface is predominant in the pre-clinical set, indicating the need to consider the fretting-corrosion at the stem-cement interface during pre-clinical implant evaluations.