Can Distalisation and Lateralisation Shoulder Angles in Reverse Arthroplasty Interfere with the Functional Results in Patients with Rotator Cuff Arthropathy?

Objective: To evaluate the influence of radiographic values on clinical and functional results in patients treated with reverse arthroplasty for rotator cuff arthropathy (RCA) using a lateralized design. Methods: A retrospective analysis was performed. Patient demographics were recorded, as well as preoperative and postoperative range of motion. Function was calculated using the Constant-Murley score both before and after the procedure. Pre and postoperative anteroposterior and axial radiographs of the affected shoulder were analysed. In the preoperative images, the following was calculated: acromiohumeral distance (AHD) and lateral humeral offset (LHO). Postoperative measurements included: AHD, LHO, distalization shoulder angle (DSA) and lateralisation shoulder angle (LSA). Linear regression and quadratic regression analysis was performed to determine their degree of association with final functional outcomes. By applying a quadratic regression analysis and ROC curves, the cut-off values were determined with respect to the above-mentioned angles and the positive predictive value was calculated. Results: The greater anterior elevation (AE) ranges were found with DSA between 40-45° and LSA among 80°- 90°, while better ABD was observed with LSA of 90-100°. Preoperative AHD was correlated to RE (r s :0.47; p:0.049). Postoperative AHD was found to be in a directly proportional relationship with AE (r s :0.49; p:0.03). Postoperative ABD showed an inverse linear regression with preoperative AHD (r s : -0.44, p:0.047). LSA and DSA were inversely related. Conclusion: We found that a DSA between 40-45° and a LSA of 80-100° could lead to better range of motion regarding AE and ABD in patients with rotator cuff arthropathy treated with RSA.

Evaluation of survival and functionality in frozen platelets

ABSTRACT Objective: Prolong platelet survival and functionality up to 28 days. Methods: A sample of apheresis platelets was evaluated, distributed in 3 groups according to the cryopreservative solution used: DMS05%+2%albumin; DMSO5%+NaC10,9% and DMS05%+Dextrose2%. They were then frozen at -80 °C and thawed at 7, 14 and 28 days. The in vitro survival and viability were assessed by the post-thaw platelet count and the CD41, CD61 and CD42a staining percentages by flow cytometry. The functionality was determined with the percentage of post-stimulation aggregation with INm-thrombin using the Chromo-Log490 aggregometer. The control group (CG) consisted of fresh platelets under constant agitation at 22 °C. Results: A total of 72 platelet aliquots was analyzed. The CG presented a platelet-count of 1934 ± 0.5 × 109/L and a 100% viability. The percentages of CD41, CD61 and CD42a labeling were 99, 98.5 and 96.5%, respectively. The percentage of aggregation was 99%. On day 7 of the post-freezing, the platelet count for groups 1, 2 and 3 was 1,844 ± 102, 1,856 ± 76 and 1,752 ± 226, with the viability of 98, 96 and 95%, respectively. On day 14, the counts were 1,722 ± 238, 1,649 ± 215 and 1,578 ± 223 with the viability of 96, 95 and 94% and, on day 28, they were 1,602 ± 374, 1,438.6 ± 429 and 1,406.6 ± 436, with the viability of 96, 94 and 93%, respectively. Groupl presented a higher expression of membrane antigens. Aggregation percentages were 90, 98 and 89% at day 7, 88%, 98 and 87% at day 14 and 84%, 95 and 82% at day of the 28 post-freezing, respectively, with group2 presenting the best results. Conclusion: The results support cryopreservation as a reasonable method to prolong platelet survival up to 28 days, maintaining its functionality and viability greater than 50%.

Can Distalisation and Lateralisation Shoulder Angles in Reverse Arthroplasty Interfere with the Functional Results in Patients with Rotator Cuff Arthropathy? / Os ângulos de distalização e lateralização do ombro na artroplastia reversa podem interferir nos resultados funcionais em pacientes com artropatia do manguito rotador?

Abstract Objective: To evaluate the influence of radiographic values on clinical and functional results in patients treated with reverse arthroplasty for rotator cuff arthropathy (RCA) using a lateralized design. Methods: A retrospective analysis was performed. Patient demographics were recorded, as well as preoperative and postoperative range of motion. Function was calculated using the Constant-Murley score both before and after the procedure. Pre and postoperative anteroposterior and axial radiographs of the affected shoulder were analysed. In the preoperative images, the following was calculated: acromiohumeral distance (AHD) and lateral humeral offset (LHO). Postoperative measurements included: AHD, LHO, distalization shoulder angle (DSA) and lateralisation shoulder angle (LSA). Linear regression and quadratic regression analysis was performed to determine their degree of association with final functional outcomes. By applying a quadratic regression analysis and ROC curves, the cut-off values were determined with respect to the above-mentioned angles and the VPP was calculated. Results: The greater anterior elevation (AE) ranges were found with DSA between 40-45° and LSA among 80°- 90°, while better ABD was observed with LSA of 90-100°. Preoperative AHD was correlated to RE (rs:0.47; p:0.049). Postoperative AHD was found to be in a directly proportional relationship with AE (rs:0.49; p:0.03). Postoperative ABD showed an inverse linear regression with preoperative AHD (rs: -0.44, p:0.047). LSA and DSA were inversely related. Conclusion: We found that a DSA between 40-45° and a LSA of 80-100° could lead to better range of motion regarding AE and ABD in patients with rotator cuff arthropathy treated with RSA.

Resumo Objetivo: Avaliar a influência dos valores radiográficos nos resultados clínicos e funcionais em pacientes tratados com artroplastia reversa para artropatia do manguito rotador utilizando um desenho lateralizado. Métodos: Foi realizada uma análise retrospectiva. Foram registradas as demografias dos pacientes, bem como o intervalo de movimento pré-operatório e pós-operatório. A função foi calculada usando a pontuação Constant-Murley tanto antes como depois do procedimento. Radiografias pré e pós-operatórias anteroposteriores e axiais do ombro afetado foram analisadas. Nas imagens pré-operatórias, foram calculados a distância acromioumeral (DAU)e offset lateral umeral (OLU). As medidas pós-operatórias incluídas foram DAU, OLU, ângulo de distalização do ombro (ADO) e ângulo de lateralização do ombro (ALO). Foi realizada uma análise de regressão linear e regressão quadrática para determinar seu grau de associação com os resultados funcionais finais. Aplicando uma análise de regressão quadrática e curvas ROC, os valores de corte foram determinados em relação aos ângulos acima mencionados e o valor preditivo positivo foi calculado. Resultados: As maiores faixas de elevação anterior (EA) foram encontradas com ADO entre 40 e 45° e ALO entre 80 e 90°, enquanto a melhor abdução (ABD) foi observada com ALO de 90 e 100°. A DAU pré-operatória foi correlacionada com a rotação externa (RE) (rs: 0,47; p: 0,049). A DAU pós-operatória apresentou uma relação diretamente proporcional com a EA (rs: 0,49; p: 0,03). A ABD pós-operatória mostrou uma regressão linear inversa com a DAU pré-operatória (rs: -0,44, p: 0,047). O ALO e o ADO estavam inversamente relacionados. Conclusão: Determinamos que um ADO entre 40 e 45° e um ALO de 80 e 100° poderia levar a uma melhor amplitude de movimento em relação à EA e ABD em pacientes com artropatia do manguito rotador tratados com artroplastia reversa de ombro.

Estudio retrospectivo para describir la prevalencia del hiatus glótico longitudinal y su relación con la patología orgánica en pacientes adultos con disfonía / Retrospective study to describe the prevalence of spindle-shaped glottic chink and its relationship with organic pathology in adult patients with dysphonia

Introducción: El hiatus glótico longitudinal es un signo descrito en la práctica clínica a partir de las fibrolaringoscopias de pacientes con patologías laríngeas. Objetivo: Describir la prevalencia de patologías laríngeas orgánicas y funcionales mediante videolaringoestroboscopia, y evaluar la frecuencia de hiatus longitudinal y su asociación con patología orgánica en pacientes adultos disfónicos. Material y Método: Se realizó un estudio retrospectivo y descriptivo durante 2018-2019 en un hospital de alta complejidad. Se incluyeron las videolaringoestroboscopia de pacientes mayores de 14 años que consultaron por disfonía. Las patologías laríngeas se categorizaron en orgánicas o funcionales. La asociación entre patología orgánica y el hiatus longitudinal se analizó mediante un análisis multivariado ajustado por confundidores. Resultados: Se incluyeron 310 pacientes de los cuales se analizaron 269. La media de edad fue 43,9 ± 7,09 años y el porcentaje de sexo femenino 65,8% (n: 177). La prevalencia de disfonía orgánica fue del 84,01% y de disfonía funcional, del 13,38%. La prevalencia de hiatus longitudinal fue del 23,79% (n: 64). Se observó una asociación, estadísticamente significativa entre la presencia de hiatus longitudinal y la presencia de patología orgánica con OR de12,64 (1,60-99,42; p: 0,01) ajustada por edad, sexo, tabaquismo y antigüedad de la disfonía. Conclusión: La prevalencia de patologías laríngeas orgánicas es mayor a la de funcionales y el hiatus longitudinal se asocia a patología orgánica ajustada por confundidores.

Introduction: Spindle-shaped glottic chink is a sign described in clinical practice from fibrolaryngoscopy of patients with laryngeal pathologies. Aim: to describe the prevalence of organic and functional laryngeal pathologies by videolaringostroboscopy, and to evaluate the frequency of spindle-shaped glottic chink and its association with organic pathology in dysphonic adult patients. Material and Method: A retrospective and descriptive study was conducted during 2018-2019 in a high complexity hospital. Patient's videostroboscopy older than 14 years old who consulted for dysphonia were included. Laryngeal pathologies were categorized into organic or functional diseases. The association between organic pathology and spindle-shaped glottic chink was analyzed using a multivariate analysis adjusted for confounders. Results: 310 patients were included of whom 269 patients were analyzed. The mean age was 43.9 ± 7.09 years and the percentage of female sex was 65.8 % (n: 177). The prevalence of organic dysphonia was 84.01% and of functional dysphonia, 13.38%. The prevalence of spindle-shaped glottic chink was 23.79% (n:64) (18.67-28.91%). A statistically significant association was observed between the presence of spindle-shaped glottic chink and the presence of organic pathology with OR of 12.64 (1.60- 99.42; p: 0.01) adjusted for age, sex, smoking status and history of dysphonia. Conclusion: The prevalence of organic laryngeal pathology is higher than functional and spindle-shaped glottic chink is associated with organic pathology adjusted for confounders.

Reacciones adversas a múltiples antibióticos / Adverse drug reactions to multiple antibiotics

Resumen La información sobre reacciones adversas es fundamental para conocer la seguridad real de los medicamentos comercializados. Existen casos de pacientes con síndrome de intolerancia a múl tiples drogas, una entidad poco reportada, la que puede presentarse cuando en un mismo paciente ocurren reacciones adversas a más de dos medicamentos no relacionados farmacológicamente. Se describe el caso de una mujer con diagnóstico de endocarditis por Staphylococcus aureus multisensible, que cursó con reacciones adversas a cinco antibióticos estructuralmente no relacionados y con mecanismos de acción diferentes, en dos internaciones consecutivas. Las reacciones fueron secundarias a cefazolina (tricitopenia), vancomicina (injuria renal), daptomicina (elevación de creatina fosfoquinasa) y linezolid (hepatotoxicidad) en la primera internación, y a cotrimoxazol (plaquetopenia) en la segunda. En todos los casos se observó daño transitorio en diferentes sistemas de órganos. Finalmente, se otorgó alta hospitalaria con clindamicina sin nuevas intercurrencias hasta finalizar tratamiento. Este caso podría corresponder al síndrome antes mencionado o a una entidad aún no caracterizada.

Abstract Adverse reaction reporting is essential to understand the actual safety of marketed medicines. There are cases of patients with multidrug intolerance syndrome, an under-reported entity, which can occur when adverse reactions to more than two pharmacologically unrelated drugs occur in the same patient. We describe the case of a woman diagnosed with multisensitive Staphylococcus aureus endocarditis who experienced adverse reactions to five structurally unrelated antibiotics with different mechanisms of action in two consecutive hospitalisations. The reactions were secondary to cefazolin (tricytopenia), vancomycin (renal injury), daptomycin (elevated creatine phosphokinase) and linezolid (hepatotoxicity) in the first hospitalization, and to cotrimoxazole (thrombocytopenia) in the second. Transient damage to different organ systems was observed in all cases. Finally, hospital discharge was granted with clindamycin without further intercurrences until treatment was completed. This case could cor respond to the aforementioned syndrome or to an as yet uncharacterized entity.

[Adverse drug reactions to multiple antibiotics]. / Reacciones adversas a múltiples antibióticos.

Adverse reaction reporting is essential to understand the actual safety of marketed medicines. There are cases of patients with multidrug intolerance syndrome, an under-reported entity, which can occur when adverse reactions to more than two pharmacologically unrelated drugs occur in the same patient. We describe the case of a woman diagnosed with multisensitive Staphylococcus aureus endocarditis who experienced adverse reactions to five structurally unrelated antibiotics with different mechanisms of action in two consecutive hospitalisations. The reactions were secondary to cefazolin (tricytopenia), vancomycin (renal injury), daptomycin (elevated creatine phosphokinase) and linezolid (hepatotoxicity) in the first hospitalization, and to cotrimoxazole (thrombocytopenia) in the second. Transient damage to different organ systems was observed in all cases. Finally, hospital discharge was granted with clindamycin without further intercurrences until treatment was completed. This case could correspond to the aforementioned syndrome or to an as yet uncharacterized entity.

La información sobre reacciones adversas es fundamental para conocer la seguridad real de los medicamentos comercializados. Existen casos de pacientes con síndrome de intolerancia a múltiples drogas, una entidad poco reportada, la que puede presentarse cuando en un mismo paciente ocurren reacciones adversas a más de dos medicamentos no relacionados farmacológicamente. Se describe el caso de una mujer con diagnóstico de endocarditis por Staphylococcus aureus multisensible, que cursó con reacciones adversas a cinco antibióticos estructuralmente no relacionados y con mecanismos de acción diferentes, en dos internaciones consecutivas. Las reacciones fueron secundarias a cefazolina (tricitopenia), vancomicina (injuria renal), daptomicina (elevación de creatina fosfoquinasa) y linezolid (hepatotoxicidad) en la primera internación, y a cotrimoxazol (plaquetopenia) en la segunda. En todos los casos se observó daño transitorio en diferentes sistemas de órganos. Finalmente, se otorgó alta hospitalaria con clindamicina sin nuevas intercurrencias hasta finalizar tratamiento. Este caso podría corresponder al síndrome antes mencionado o a una entidad aún no caracterizada.

Evaluation of survival and functionality in frozen platelets.

OBJECTIVE: Prolong platelet survival and functionality up to 28 days. METHODS: A sample of apheresis platelets was evaluated, distributed in 3 groups according to the cryopreservative solution used: DMSO5%+2%albumin; DMSO5%+NaCl0,9% and DMSO5%+Dextrose2%. They were then frozen at -80 °C and thawed at 7, 14 and 28 days. The in vitro survival and viability were assessed by the post-thaw platelet count and the CD41, CD61 and CD42a staining percentages by flow cytometry. The functionality was determined with the percentage of post-stimulation aggregation with 1Nm-thrombin using the Chromo-Log490 aggregometer. The control group (CG) consisted of fresh platelets under constant agitation at 22 °C. RESULTS: A total of 72 platelet aliquots was analyzed. The CG presented a platelet-count of 1934 ± 0.5 × 109/L and a 100% viability. The percentages of CD41, CD61 and CD42a labeling were 99, 98.5 and 96.5%, respectively. The percentage of aggregation was 99%. On day 7 of the post-freezing, the platelet count for groups 1, 2 and 3 was 1,844 ± 102, 1,856 ± 76 and 1,752 ± 226, with the viability of 98, 96 and 95%, respectively. On day 14, the counts were 1,722 ± 238, 1,649 ± 215 and 1,578 ± 223 with the viability of 96, 95 and 94% and, on day 28, they were 1,602 ± 374, 1,438.6 ± 429 and 1,406.6 ± 436, with the viability of 96, 94 and 93%, respectively. Group1 presented a higher expression of membrane antigens. Aggregation percentages were 90, 98 and 89% at day 7, 88%, 98 and 87% at day 14 and 84%, 95 and 82% at day of the 28 post-freezing, respectively, with group2 presenting the best results. CONCLUSION: The results support cryopreservation as a reasonable method to prolong platelet survival up to 28 days, maintaining its functionality and viability greater than 50%.

The relevance of the number of distal locking planes and nail to canal ratio in bone healing after intramedullary nailing in tibial shaft fractures.

INTRODUCTION: The objective of this retrospective study was to assess the effect of the nail to canal ratio and the number and configuration of distal locking screws in bone healing in tibial shaft fractures. METHODS: We analyzed 223 consecutive tibial shaft fractures treated with reamed intramedullary nailing between January 2014 and December 2020. We recorded and evaluated the nail to canal ratio (NCR) and the number and configuration of distal locking screws. Median NCR was 0.87 (IQR 0.82-0.94). Ten (4.48%) fractures were treated with one distal locking screw, 173 (77.57%) with two, and 40 (17.93%) with three. Uniplanar fixation was used in 63 (28.25%), biplanar in 150 (67.26%), and triplanar in 10 (4.48%) cases. Uni-, bi-, and multivariate analyses were performed to compare patients who achieved bone union with those who did not. RESULTS: Bone union was achieved in 195 (87.44%) patients. Uni- and bivariate analyses showed that bone union increased significantly with larger NCR (p = 0.0001) and a greater number of locking planes (p = 0.001) and distal screws (p = 0.046). NCR > 0.78 (OR 48.77 CI 95% 15.39-154.56; p = < 0.0001) and distal locking screw configuration (OR 2.91 CI 95% 1.12-9.91; p = 0.046) were identified as independent variables for union. CONCLUSION: Our findings suggest that in tibial shaft fractures treated with intramedullary nailing, NCR should be equal to or greater than 0.79. Additionally, distal locking screws should be used with a biplanar or triplanar configuration.

The Cervical Fat Tissue Volume is a Predictor for Moderate to Severe OSA.

Objective Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a disorder characterized by recurrent pharyngeal obstruction during sleep, in which upper airway anatomy plays a key role in its pathogenesis. The aim of this study was to describe whether the quantification of cervical fat tissue volume (CFTV) obtained by Computed Tomography (CT)cephalometry is related to the severity of OSA. Methods Retrospective study between 2018 and 2020 in those patients > 18 years old, with diagnosis of OSA who performed a volumetric cephalometric imaging. Three-dimensional reconstruction of the images was performed and CFTV was measured. Results 91 patients were included in this study of which: without OSA (n: 7), mild (n: 19), moderate (n: 39) and severe OSA (n: 26). We observed a progressive increase of CFTV related to OSA severity has been observed (without OSA: 58.9 ml (47.9-87.5), mild: 59.1ml (48.4-78.3), moderate: 71 ml (42.6-127.1) and severe OSA 103.6 ml (81-153); p < 0.01); nevertheless, no differences were found in the airway volume and neck area. It was showed a significant correlation between CFTV and OSA indicators: AHI, ODI and T90 (Sp r: 0.48; 0.38 and 0.36; p < 0.01 respectively). CFTV cut-off value to discriminate AHI >15 ev/h with best sensitivity-specificity relationship was 64.1 ml with an area under the curve of 0.6 ± 0.06. Multivariate analysis showed that CFTV is a predictor for moderate to severe OSA (OR:3.05, IC95%: 1.14-8.17). Conclusion Cervical fat quantification by CT cephalometry correlates with OSA severity in adults. Fat volume > 64.1 ml increased more than three times the risk of OSA moderate to severe.

Performance of the NOSE Questionnaire in Mask Selection for Home CPAP Titration.

Introduction Many patients abandon CPAP treatment because they find the mask uncomfortable. Therefore, specialists may benefit from the predictive value of airway assessment tools. Objective To identify nasal ventilation failure through the Nasal Obstruction Symptom Evaluation (NOSE) scale in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) who undergo home-based auto-adjusting CPAP titration and to determine whether there is a correlation between NOSE score and the type of mask selected. Materials and Methods In this prospective correlational study, the NOSE scale was used in terms of mask selection and titration indicators. Patients were classified based on their NOSE score: > or < 50. Results We included 303 patients; 226 men (74.5%), BMI: 33.2 ± 6.1 kg/m 2 , neck circumference (cm): 42.8 ± 3.6 and Epworth (ESS) score: 9.2 ± 5.6, mild OSA: 12 (3.9%), moderate OSA: 127 (41.9%), and severe OSA: 164 (54.1%). The mean NOSE score was 24.3 ± 22.8 and 42 patients (13.8%) had NOSE scores > 50. Indicators for both groups were: compliance (5.9 ± 1.3 vs. 5.8 ± 1.4 hours) p: 0.41, therapeutic pressure (9.1 ± 2.0 vs. 8.8 ± 1.6 cm of H 2 O) p: 0.23, residual AHI (2.3 ± 1.8 vs. 2.8 ± 2.6 events/hour) p: 0.25, and leaks (20.5 ± 10.6 vs. 21.3 ± 10.7 liters/minute) p: 0.64. According to adjusted multiple regression, a NOSE of > 50 was not a predictor of mask selection. Conclusions A > 50 NOSE score was not a predictor of mask selection, and it was not correlated to titration performance.

[Life care of a cohort of patients with home chronic ventilatory support]. / Trayectoria vital de pacientes con soporte ventilatorio crónico domiciliario.

INTRODUCTION: Home mechanical ventilation in chronic respiratory failure improves quality of life and decreases hospitalizations. In order to know clinical characteristics, resource consumption and survival, we proposed an analysis of the vital trajectory during six years. METHODS: Descriptive and retrospective study. Information was obtained from the clinical history of the day hospital program. Kaplan Meier type survival curves were made. We included 100 patients, 57% men, age 65 ± 13 years and body mass index of 29.1 ± 8.6 kg/m2. Thirty had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), 23 had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, 18 obesity hypoventilation syndrome, other neuromuscular diseases in 16 cases, diaphragmatic dysfunction in 10, and chest wall restriction in 3 patients. Ninety-eight received non-invasive ventilation and two invasive cases through tracheostomy. 80% used spontaneous-timed mode (S/T); 14.6%, spontaneous (S); 4% average volume-assured pressure support ventilation (AVAPS) and 1.3% control pressure. Non-invasive compliance was: 7.8 ± 2.6 hours/day. RESULTS: After the start of home ventilation, hospitalizations were reduced (0.2, SD: 0.38 vs. 0.5 SD: 0.5, p < 0.001) and days of hospitalization per episode (5.14, SD: 17.7 vs. 10.45 SD: 16.69, p < 0.001). Median survival was two years with a better vital prognosis in COPD (3 years on average) vs. neuromuscular disease (< 2 years) p < 0.05. CONCLUSIONS: patients with home mechanical ventilation showed a reduction in the days of hospitalization after starting ventilation. Better survival was observed in COPD in relation to neuromuscular disease.

Introducción: La ventilación mecánica domiciliaria en insuficiencia respiratoria crónica, mejora calidad de vida y disminuye hospitalizaciones. Para conocer características clínicas, consumo de recursos y supervivencia, propusimos un análisis de la trayectoria vital durante seis años. Métodos: Estudio descriptivo y retrospectivo. Se obtuvo información de la historia clínica del programa de hospital de día. Se confeccionaron curvas de supervivencia tipo Kaplan Meier. Incluimos 100 pacientes, 57% hombres, edad 65 ± 13 años e índice de masa corporal de 29.1 ± 8.6 kg/m2. Treinta tenían enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica (EPOC), 23 esclerosis lateral amiotrófica, 18 síndrome obesidad hipoventilación, otras enfermedades neuromusculares (ENM) en 16 casos, disfunción diafragmática en 10 y restricción por caja torácica en 3 pacientes. Noventa y ocho recibieron ventilación no invasiva y en dos casos invasiva mediante traqueostomía. El 80% utilizó modo spontaneous-timed (S/T); 14.6%, spontaneous (S); 4% average volume-assured pressure support ventilation ("AVAPS") y 1.3% presión control. El cumplimiento en no invasiva fue: 7.8 ± 2.6 horas/día. Resultados: Luego del inicio de la ventilación domiciliaria se redujeron las hospitalizaciones (0.2, DS: 0.38 vs. 0.5 DS: 0.5, p < 0.001) y los días de internación por episodio (5.14, DS: 17.7 "vs." 10.45 DS: 16.69, p < 0.001). La supervivencia media fue de dos años con mejor pronóstico vital en EPOC (3 años de media) vs. enfermedad neuromuscular (< 2 años) p < 0.05. Conclusiones: los pacientes con ventilación mecánica domiciliaria mostraron reducción de los días de hospitalización luego de comenzado el soporte ventilatorio. Se observó mejor supervivencia en EPOC en relación a enfermedad neuromuscular.

Trayectoria vital de pacientes con soporte ventilatorio crónico domiciliario / Life care of a cohort of patients with home chronic ventilatory support

Resumen Introducción: La ventilación mecánica domiciliaria en insuficiencia respiratoria crónica, mejora calidad de vida y disminuye hospitalizaciones. Para conocer características clínicas, consumo de recursos y supervivencia, propusimos un análisis de la trayectoria vital durante seis años. Métodos: Estudio descriptivo y retrospectivo. Se obtuvo información de la historia clínica del programa de hospital de día. Se confeccionaron curvas de supervivencia tipo Kaplan Meier. Incluimos 100 pacientes, 57% hombres, edad 65 ± 13 años e índice de masa corporal de 29.1 ± 8.6 kg/m2. Treinta tenían enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica (EPOC), 23 esclerosis lateral amiotrófica, 18 síndrome obesidad hipoventilación, otras enfermedades neuromus culares (ENM) en 16 casos, disfunción diafragmática en 10 y restricción por caja torácica en 3 pacientes. Noventa y ocho recibieron ventilación no invasiva y en dos casos invasiva mediante traqueostomía. El 80% utilizó modo spontaneous-timed (S/T); 14.6%, spontaneous (S); 4% average volume-assured pressure support ventilation ("AVAPS") y 1.3% presión control. El cumplimiento en no invasiva fue: 7.8 ± 2.6 horas/día. Resultados: Luego del inicio de la ventilación domiciliaria se redujeron las hospitalizaciones (0.2, DS: 0.38 vs. 0.5 DS: 0.5, p < 0.001) y los días de internación por episodio (5.14, DS: 17.7 "vs." 10.45 DS: 16.69, p < 0.001). La supervivencia media fue de dos años con mejor pronóstico vital en EPOC (3 años de media) vs. enfermedad neuromuscular (< 2 años) p < 0.05. Conclusiones: los pacientes con ventilación mecánica domiciliaria mostraron reducción de los días de hospitalización luego de comenzado el soporte ventilatorio. Se observó mejor supervivencia en EPOC en relación a enfermedad neuromuscular.

Abstract Introduction: Home mechanical ventilation in chronic respiratory failure improves quality of life and decreases hospitalizations. In order to know clinical characteristics, resource consumption and survival, we pro posed an analysis of the vital trajectory during six years. Methods: Descriptive and retrospective study. Information was obtained from the clinical history of the day hospital program. Kaplan Meier type survival curves were made. We included 100 patients, 57% men, age 65 ± 13 years and body mass index of 29.1 ± 8.6 kg/m2. Thirty had chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), 23 had amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, 18 obesity hypoventilation syndrome, other neuromuscular diseases in 16 cases, diaphragmatic dysfunction in 10, and chest wall restriction in 3 patients. Ninety-eight received non-invasive ventilation and two invasive cases through tracheostomy. 80% used spontaneous-timed mode (S/T); 14.6%, spontaneous (S); 4% average volume-assured pressure support ventilation (AVAPS) and 1.3% control pressure. Non-invasive compliance was: 7.8 ± 2.6 hours/day. Results: After the start of home ventilation, hospitalizations were reduced (0.2, SD: 0.38 vs. 0.5 SD: 0.5, p < 0.001) and days of hospitalization per episode (5.14, SD: 17.7 vs. 10.45 SD: 16.69, p < 0.001). Median survival was two years with a better vital prognosis in COPD (3 years on average) vs. neuromuscular disease (< 2 years) p < 0.05. Conclusions: patients with home mechanical ventilation showed a reduction in the days of hospitalization after starting ventilation. Better survival was observed in COPD in relation to neuromuscular disease.

[Prevalence of diarrhea in adult patients in intensive care and its relationship with ready-to-use enteral formulas] / Prevalencia de diarrea en pacientes adultos en terapia intensiva y su relación con las fórmulas enterales listas para utilizar

Introduction: Diarrhea is a frequent complication in critically ill patients. Its origin is multifactorial. The objective of this work is to analyze the relationship between 5 ready-to-use formulas and the development of diarrhea in critically ill patients. Methods: Retrospective study where the volume of the stools of 315 patients and the presence of diarrhea defined with a cut-off point of a volume of 250 ml/day were evaluated. 35.34% of the patients presented diarrhea with said cut-off point. The mean volume of stools was 269.20 ml (95% CI: 255.05-283.06). Results: It was observed that all the formulas analyzed had a slight correlation with the Spearman test between the volume provided and the volume of stools, being: Nutricia Nutrison ® (R: 0.159; P: 0.053), Nutricia Multifibra ® (R: 0.296; <0.001), Nutricia Peptisorb ® (R: 0.323; P<0.001), Nutricia Protison ® (R: 0.108; P<0.001), Fresenius Supportan ® (R: 0.152; P<0.001). Multivariate analysis was performed and it was observed that there were no differences in the incidence of diarrhea between the different enteral formulas during the first 10 days. The change of formulas during hospitalization would be a predisposing factor for diarrhea. Conclusion: Therefore, the formula and the volume provided are factors that could influence whether patients have diarrhoea. Understanding these possible influences in a deeper way will allow the safest choice of enteral formulas for a patient with diarrhea.

Introducción: La diarrea es una complicación frecuente en los pacientes críticos. Su origen es multifactorial. El objetivo de este trabajo es analizar la relación entre 5 fórmulas listas para usar y el desarrollo de diarrea en pacientes críticos. Métodos: Estudio retrospectivo donde se evaluó el volumen de las deposiciones de 315 pacientes y la presencia de diarrea definida con un punto de corte con un volumen de 250 ml/día. Resultados: 35.34% de los pacientes presentaron diarrea con dicho punto de corte. El volumen medio de deposiciones fue de 269.20 ml (IC 95%: 255.05-283.06). Se observó que todas las fórmulas analizadas tenían una correlación leve con la prueba de spearman entre el volumen aportado y el volumen de las deposiciones, siendo:  Nutricia Nutrison ® (R: 0.159; P: 0.053), Nutricia Multifibra ® (R: 0.296; <0.001), Nutricia Peptisorb ® (R: 0.323; P<0.001), Nutricia Protison ® (R: 0.108; P<0.001), Fresenius Supportan ® (R: 0.152; P<0.001). Se realizó análisis multivariado y se observó que no hubo diferencias en la incidencia de diarrea entre las distintas fórmulas enterales durante los primeros 10 días. La fibra soluble sería un factor protector en cambio la fibra mixta y semielemental serían factores que aumentan la incidencia de diarrea. Conclusión: Por lo tanto, la fórmula y el volumen aportado son factores que podrían influenciar en que los pacientes tengan diarrea. Entendiendo estas posibles influencias de una manera mas profunda, permitirá elegir las formulas enterales con mas seguridad para un paciente con diarrea.

Ventilación no invasiva en sala de hospitalización general / Non-Invasive Ventilation in a Regular Hospital Ward

Introducción: La experiencia clínica ha permitido la ventilación no invasiva fuera de unidades críticas. Describimos el perfil clínico y evolución de pacientes que recibieron ventilación no invasiva en sala general. Material y métodos: Estudio retrospectivo en pacientes con soporte ventilatorio du rante un año en un hospital general. Resultados: Se utilizó ventilación no invasiva en 43 pacientes, 67,4% con hipercap nia. La relación hombre/mujer fue 1:1. La edad y el IMC fueron 68,3 ± 12,4 años y 30,1 ± 12,3 kg/m2 y los diagnósticos principales, enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica, enfermedad neuromuscular y obesidad-hipoventilación. Un tercio inició la ventilación no invasiva en la unidad de cuidados intensivos, y dos tercios usaban ventilación no invasiva en domicilio antes del ingreso por exacerbación de la enfermedad pulmonar obstructiva crónica (39,5%) o progresión de la enfermedad (14%). La estancia hospi talaria fue 12,1 ± 7 d (14 ± 9 en supervivientes y 5,7 ± 3 en pacientes fallecidos). La gasometría arterial al ingreso reveló PaCO2: 52,7 ± 13,7 mmHg; PaO2: 72,2 ± 16,2 mmHg y pH de 7,36 ± 0,08. Se halló pH < 7,35 en el 18,6% y PaCO2 > 45 en el 57,4%. La PaCO2 al alta fue menor (46,1 ± 4,6; p > 0,05). El modo ST se utilizó en 34 (79%) pacientes. El período de ventilación fue 12,7 ± 10,2 días con uso de 6,9 ± 3,1 h/d. Un tercio recibió cuidados paliativos (13,9% de mortalidad). Tres pacientes (7%) fueron transferidos a la unidad de cuidados intensivos por deterioro clínico y treinta y cinco egresaron con ventilación crónica (94,6%). Conclusiones: Hubo escasas transferencias a la unidad de cuidados intensivos. La mortalidad hospitalaria fue baja y los que fallecieron tenían instrucciones anticipadas.

Introduction: Clinical experience has allowed the use of non-invasive ventilation out side the acute-care setting. We describe the clinical profile and evolution of patients who received non-invasive ventilation in a regular ward. Materials and methods: Retrospective study in patients with ventilatory support for one year in a general hospital. Results: Non-invasive ventilation was delivered to 43 patients, 67.4% of which had hy percapnia. The male/female ratio was 1:1. Age and BMI (Body Mass Index) were 68.3 ± 12.4 years and 30.1 ± 12.3 kg/m2, and the main diagnoses were chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, neuromuscular disease and obesity-hypoventilation. One third of patients began non-invasive ventilation in the Intensive Care Unit, and two thirds had been using non-invasive ventilation at their homes before being admitted with exacerba tion of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (39.5%) or disease progression (14%). Hospital length of stay was 12.1 ± 7 d (14 ± 9 in survivors and 5.7 ± 3 in deceased patients). Arterial blood gas analysis on admission showed: PaCO2 (partial pressure of arterial carbon dioxide), 52.7 ± 13.7 mmHg; PaO2 (partial pressure of arterial oxygen), 72.2 ± 16.2 mmHg, and pH, 7.36 ± 0.08. A pH level < 7.35 was found in 18.6%, and PaCO2 > 45 in 57.4%. PaCO2 values upon discharge were lower (46.1 ± 4.6; p > 0.05). The ST (spontaneous-timed) mode was used in 34 patients (79%). The ventilation period was 12.7 ± 10.2 days, using 6.9 ± 3.1 h/d. One third of patients received palliative care (13.9% of mortality). Three patients (7%) were transferred to the Intensive Care Unit due to clinical decline, and thirty-five were discharged with chronic ventilation (94.6%). Conclusions: there were few referrals to the Intensive Care Unit. Hospital mortality was low, and patients who died had advance directives.

Relación entre el índice de masa corporal y el nivel de los ácidos grasos circulantes maternos como predictores de la presencia de la macrosomía fetal / Relationship between body mass index and maternal circulating fatty acid levels as predictors of the presence of fetal macrosomia

Introducción: los recién nacidos con peso elevado al nacer presentan mayor riesgo de complicaciones en el parto y problemas de salud a largo plazo. Un factor poco explorado durante la gestación es el nivel de los ácidos grasos circulantes. Materiales y métodos: estudio prospectivo donde se estudiaron mujeres durante el embarazo hasta el parto. Se analizaron las variables antropométricas y la medición de ácidos grasos libres entre las semanas 24-28 de gestación. Resultados: se incluyeron 27 pacientes, de las cuales cuatro (13,8%) dieron a luz a recién nacidos macrosómicos. Las pacientes se agruparon según el índice de masa corporal (IMC) preembarazo en normopeso y sobrepeso u obesidad. Los bebés macrosómicos correspondieron al grupo de madres con sobrepeso y obesidad que, además, tuvieron un incremento significativo de los niveles de ácidos grasos libres (2067 uM, ICC: 947,5-1590 vs 1212 uM, ICC: 13367-2247; p<0,05) en el grupo obesidad y sobrepeso. Los valores de glucemia basal y posteriores a la prueba de tolerancia oral a la glucosa no mostraron diferencias. El análisis multivariado reveló que tener obesidad o sobrepeso al inicio del embarazo resulta en un odds ratio (OR) de ácidos grasos libres de 1,0023 (IC9 5%:1,0000-1,0046), mientras que la prueba de tolerancia oral a la glucosa presentó un OR: 1,0186 (IC 95%: 0,9645-1,0756). Conclusiones: los resultados muestran el rol del IMC pregestacional sobre el riesgo de tener hijos macrosómicos, lo que confirma la necesidad de mejorar el estado nutricional de las mujeres antes y durante el embarazo.

Introduction: neonates with high birth weight are at increased risk of birth complications and long term health problems. An unexplored factor during gestation is the level of circulating fatty acids. Materials and methods: prospective study where women were studied during pregnancy until delivery. Anthropometric variables and free fatty acid measurements were analyzed between 24-28 weeks of gestation. Results: we included 27 patients, of whom 4 (13.8%) gave birth to macrosomic newborns. Patients were grouped according to pre-pregnancy mass index (BMI) into normal weight and overweight or obese. Macrosomic neonates corresponded to the group of overweight and obese mothers, who also presented a significant increase in free fatty acid levels (2067 uM, ICC: 947,5-1590 vs 1212 uM, ICC: 13367-2247; p<0.05) was found in the obese and overweight group. Basal and post oral glucose tolerance test showed no differences, Multivariate analysis showed that being obese or overweight at the beginning of pregnancy results in an OR of free fatty acids 1,0023 (95%CI: 1,0000-1,0046), while oral glucose tolerance test presented an OR: 1,0186 (95%CI: 0,9645-1,0756). Conclusions: the results show the role of pre-gestational BMI on the risk of having macrosomic children, confirming the need to improve the nutritional status of women before and during pregnancy

Asma grave y de difícil control

Resumen Introducción: El objetivo de este artículo es describir características, comorbilidades y fenotipos de pacientes con asma grave (AG) y asma de difícil control (ADC). Materiales y métodos: Estudio descriptivo trasversal de pacientes evaluados en el Consultorio de Asma de Difícil Control en el Hospital Británico en el período de un año. Se registró la edad, género y datos antropométricos, edad de diagnóstico, VEF1 al comienzo del seguimiento y exacerbaciones previas. Se evaluó control de síntomas con cuestionarios de Asthma Control Test y Asthma Control Quiestionnarie. Se registraron comorbilidades y se evaluó el perfil inflamatorio de los pacientes según biomarcadores medidos en sangre y muestra de esputo inducido. Resultados: 40 pacientes 20 ADC y 20 AG, no hubo diferencias significativas entre la edad, IMC, edad de comienzo de síntomas, control de los síntomas ni VEF1 al comienzo del seguimiento. En los pacientes con AG eran más frecuentes las crisis. Las comorbi lidades más comúnmente halladas fueron la obesidad, SAHOS y enfermedad por reflujo gastroesofágico, los trastornos psiquiátricos fueron más frecuentes en AG. El fenotipo más frecuente hallado fuel el TH2 alérgico. Discusiones y conclusión: no resulta fácil la clasificación en ambos grupos y muchas veces se encuentran con características solapadas. Las comorbilidades son frecuentes en ambos grupos siendo la obesidad, el SAHOS y la enfermedad por reflujo las más frecuentes. Lograr identificar el fenotipo de asma para dirigir el tratamiento.

Difficult-to-Treat and Severe Asthma

Abstract Introduction: The purpose of this article is to describe the characteristics, comorbidities and phenotypes of patients with difficult-to-treat asthma (DTA) and severe asthma (SA). Materials and Methods: Descriptive, cross-sectional study of patients evaluated at the Difficult-to-Treat Asthma Clinic of the Hospital Británico within the period of one year. We registered the age, gender and anthropometric data, age of diagnosis, FEV1 at the beginning of follow-up and previous exacerbations. We evaluated symptom control with the Asthma Control Test and the Asthma Control Questionnaire. We registered the comorbidities and evaluated the inflammatory profile of patients according to blood biomarker measurements and induced sputum sample. Results: Forty patients, 20 DTA and 20 SA. There weren't any significant differences regarding age, BMI, age of onset of symptoms, symptom control or FEV1 at the beginning of follow-up. Crises were more common in SA patients. The most commonly found co morbidities were obesity, OSAHS and gastroesophageal reflux disease. Psychiatric disorders were more common in SA patients. The most commonly found phenotype was allergen-reactive TH2. Discussion and Conclusion: it is not easy to classify both groups, and many times there are overlapping characteristics. Comor bidities are frequent in both groups: obesity, OSAHS and reflux disease are the most common conditions. Being able to identify the asthma phenotype in order to target the treatment.

Bipolar hemiarthroplasty in unstable intertrochanteric fractures in elderly patients. The predictive value of the Charlson Comorbidity Index in 1-year mortality.

BACKGROUND: Hip fractures have a significant impact on morbidity and mortality in the elderly. Aims: We retrospectively evaluated the predictive role of the Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) for 1-year mortality in elderly patients with unstable intertrochanteric hip fractures (ITHF) treated with bipolar hemiarthroplasty. The secondary objective was to identify other relationships, if any, between the variables recorded and mortality. METHODS: We included ≥75-year-old patients with unstable ITHF treated with bipolar hemiarthroplasty. We recorded patient gender, age, Body Mass Index, pre-fracture walking ability (Parker Mobility score, modified Harris Hip Score), America Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) score, Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI), time to surgery, time to mobilization, hospital stay, and postoperative complications. Uni- and multivariate logistic regression analysis were performed. Sensitivity and specificity were calculated using a ROC curve. RESULTS: A total of 135 patients with a mean age of 87.34 ± 5.5 years were included. The overall 1-year mortality rate was 18.5%. The CCI (OR 1.64 CI 95% 1.21-2.23; p 0.00821) and postoperative complications (OR 3.5 CI 95% 1.19-10.23 p 0.0202) were identified as independent predictors of 1-year mortality in the univariate regression and confirmed in the multivariate regression. CCI sensitivity to predict 1-year mortality was 80%. CONCLUSION: CCI has shown acceptable sensitivity in the prediction of 1-year mortality in elderly patients with unstable ITHF treated with bipolar hemiarthroplasty. It is of utmost importance to prevent postoperative complications due to their significant impact on 1-year mortality.

Cumplimiento e intolerancias durante el tratamiento con presión positiva en las vías aéreas Perfil de consultas externas en una unidad de sueño

Resumen Introducción: El tratamiento con presión positiva puede generar efectos adversos. Para conocer el perfil de cumplimiento e intole rancias analizamos conductas instituidas por kinesiólogos de una Unidad de Sueño. Material y Métodos: Estudio retrospectivo, trasversal y observacional. Se incluyeron pacientes > 18 años con presión positiva derivados a la consulta kinésica. Resultados: Durante cuatro años se evaluaron 244 pacientes; 165 hombres (67%), edad; 65.7 ± 11.6 años, IMC (kg/m2) 31.0 ± 5.4, de los cuales 61% utilizaba CPAP fija, 29% autoajustable, 8% dispositivos binivelados, máscaras nasales 147 (60%), oronasales 52 (21%); almohadillas 37 (15%) y termohumidificador 92 (36%). Los motivos de consultas fueron; control de la terapia (239; 61%), intolerancias (67; 17%) y calibración (51; 13%). El cumplimiento (horas/noche) fue de 4.61 ± 2.1 con un % de noches > 4 horas de 67 ± 36 %. No hallamos diferencias de cumplimiento entre primer y segundo año (4.5 vs. 5.0 horas/noche) p > 0.13, aunque este fue mayor a partir de 600 días de uso de la terapia (p < 0.05). 141 pacientes (57%) presentaban dificultades siendo más frecuentes las fugas (19%) o intolerancias a la máscara (10%). Un (97%) de los pacientes resolvieron intolerancias con 194 conductas; demostración de máscaras (94; 48%), calibración (44; 22%), educación (45; 23%), titulación (13; 6%) y derivación al neumonólogo (14; 7%). Conclusiones: Dos terceras partes de los pacientes cumplen el tratamiento con presión positiva y la mitad presenta intolerancias. La consulta kinésica especializada puede contribuir a la identificación y resolución de dificultades durante la terapia.

Patient Intolerance and Compliance with Positive Airway Pressure Treatment Outpatient Consultations Profile in a Sleep Unit

Abstract Introduction: Treatment with positive pressure may cause adverse effects. In order to know the compliance and intolerance profile, we analyzed the behaviors established by physiotherapists of a Sleep Unit. Materials and Methods: Observational, retrospective, cross-sectional study. We included patients older than 18 years with positive pressure referred to the kinesiological consultation. Results: 244 patients were evaluated during four years: 165 men (67%), age 65.7 ± 11.6 years, BMI (Body Mass Index) 31.0 ± 5.4 (kg/m2), 61% of which used fixed CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure), 29% auto-adjusting CPAP, 8% bilevel devices, 147 (60%) nasal masks, 52 (21%) oronasal masks; 37 pads (15%), and 92 (36%) thermohumidifiers. Reasons for consultation were: therapy control, 239 (61%); intolerance, 67 (17%), and calibration, 51 (13%). Compliance (hours/night) was 4.61 ± 2.1, with a percentage of nights > 4 hours of 67 ± 36%. We didn't find any difference in the com pliance of the first and the second year (4.5 vs. 5.0 hours/night) p > 0.13, but the value was higher after 600 days of therapy (p < 0.05). 141 patients (57%) showed some complications, the most frequent being leaks (19%) or intolerance to the masks (10%). 97% of the patients resolved the intolerance with 194 behaviors: explanation of how to use the mask, 94 (48%); calibration, 44 (22%); information, 45 (23%); titration, 13 (6%), and referral to the pulmonologist, 14 (7%). Conclusions: Two thirds of the patients complied with the positive pressure treatment and half of the patients showed intolerance. The specialized kinesiological consultation can contribute to the identification and resolution of difficulties that may arise during therapy.