ABSTRACT: The present study proposed to describe, through a literature review, the use of new therapeutic management which allows for offering a better quality of life to individuals affected by these pathologies. A bibliographic search was conducted in the main health databases PUBMED (www.pubmed.gov) and Scholar Google (www.scholar.google.com.br), in which studies published from 1987 to 2023 were collected. In the first stage, the list of retrieved articles was examined by reading the titles and abstracts. In the second stage, the studies were selected by reading the full contents. Two authors (JDMM and DAQ) performed stages 1 and 2. Experimental, clinical, case-control, randomized controlled, and laboratory cohort studies, case reports, systematic reviews, and literature reviews, which were developed in living individuals, were included. Therefore, articles that did not deal with the subject in question, letters to the editor, opinion articles, duplicated literature in databases, and literature that did not address the variables under study, we re excluded. Contemporary dentistry uses alternative treatments capable of improving the patient's condition since a cure is not always possible. Therefore, the possibility of improving the quality of life becomes an important point to be reached. Evidence-based healthcare has made great advances in recent decades, especially in the areas of orofacial pain, TMD, and occlusion, especially related to orthodontic, prosthetic, and restorative care.

RESUMEN: En el presente estudio se propuso describir, a través de una revisión bibliográfica, el uso de nuevos manejos terapéuticos que permitan brindar una mejor calidad de vida a los individuos afectados por estas patologías. Se realizó una búsqueda bibliográfica en las principales bases de datos de salud PUBMED (www.pubmed.gov) y Scholar Google (www.scholar.google.com.br), en las que se recopilaron estudios publicados entre 1987 y 2023. En la primera etapa, se examinó la lista de artículos recuperados mediante la lectura de los títulos y resúmenes. En la segunda etapa, los estudios fueron seleccionados mediante la lectura del contenido completo. Dos autores (JDMM y DAQ) realizaron las etapas 1 y 2. Se incluyeron estudios de cohortes experimentales, clínicos, de casos y controles, controlados aleatorios y de laboratorio, informes de casos, revisiones sistemáticas y revisiones de la literatura, que se desarrollaron en individuos vivos. Por lo tanto, se excluyeron artículos que no trataran el tema en cuestión, cartas al editor, artículos de opinión, literatura duplicada en bases de datos y literatura que no abordara las variables en estudio. La odontología contemporánea utiliza tratamientos alternativos capaces de mejorar el estado del paciente, ya que no siempre es posible la curación. Por lo tanto, la posibilidad de mejorar la calidad de vida se convierte en un objetivo importante. La atención médica basada en la evidencia ha logrado grandes avances en las últimas décadas, especialmente en las áreas de dolor orofacial, TMD y oclusión, especialmente en relación con la atención de ortodoncia, prótesis y restauración.

ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to evaluate the dental and periodontal condition of alcohol-dependents from a Brazilian Recovery Center. Sixty male individuals (30 alcoholic and 30 non-alcoholic) and aged between 32 and 72 years old were clinically evaluated. Interviews, dental and periodontal clinical examinations were obtained from all participants. The Pearson Chi-Square Test and Exact Fisher test were used to compare categorical data. The t-Student’s test was adopted for non-categorical data. Multiple logistic regressions were used to evaluate the association of variables in the groups. The alcoholics were younger, consumed more tobacco, had lower frequency of tooth brushing and dental flossing, higher number of missing and decayed teeth, more residual root, and more teeth with presence of visible plaque index (OR = 0.5, 95 % Cl = 4.4 to 5.5), when compared to the non-alcoholics. Alcoholics at the Recovery Center performed poor oral hygiene, had higher number of sites with periodontal disease, and worse oral hygiene than non-alcoholic individuals. As regards professional follow-up, there was similarity between the groups evaluated.

RESUMEN: El objetivo de este estudio fue evaluar las condiciones dentales y periodontales de los alcohólicos de un Centro de Recuperación de Brasil. Sesenta hombres (30 alcohólicos y 30 no alcohólicos) y con edades comprendidas entre 32 y 72 años fueron evaluados clínicamente. Se obtuvieron entrevistas, exámenes clínicos dentales y periodontales de todos los participantes. La prueba de Chi-cuadrado de Pearson y la prueba exacta de Fisher se utilizaron para comparar datos categóricos. La prueba de t-Student se adoptó para datos no categóricos. Se utilizaron regresiones logísticas múltiples para evaluar la asociación de variables en los grupos. Los alcohólicos eran más jóvenes, consumían más tabaco, tenían menor frecuencia de cepillado dental y uso de hilo dental, mayor número de dientes perdidos y cariados, más raíz residual y más dientes con presencia de índice de placa visible (OR = 0,5, 95 % Cl = 4,4 a 5,5), en comparación con los no alcohólicos. Los alcohólicos en el Centro de Recuperación realizan una mala higiene bucal, tenían un mayor número de sitios con enfermedad periodontal y una peor higiene bucal que los no alcohólicos. En cuanto al seguimiento profesional, hubo similitud entre los grupos evaluados.

ABSTRACT Solitary fibrous tumor (SFT) is a rare fibroblastic mesenchymal neoplasm with an estimated annual incidence of 0.35 per 100,000 individuals. Doege-Potter syndrome is a paraneoplastic syndrome related to solitary fibrous tumor clinically characterized by hypoglycemia, occurring in less than 5% of cases. Herein, we report a case of metastatic SFT associated with recurrent severe hypoglycemia. A 43-year-old male with a noncontributory medical history presented with a painless and progressive growing mass in the right thigh. The histological evaluation rendered the diagnosis of SFT, and tumor resection was performed. One year after the operation, on the oncological follow-up, he was admitted to the emergency unit, manifesting an early-morning seizure associated with a severe hypoglycemia. The laboratory findings of non-islet cell tumor hypoglycemia (NICTH) in the background of a relapsed metastatic solitary fibrous tumor were consistent with the diagnosis of Doege-Potter syndrome. Hepatic embolization associated with oral glucocorticoid was an efficient palliative treatment to control the hypoglycemic crisis and allow hospital discharge.

ABSTRACT: The present study aims to describe through a literature review, the main types of noble and non-noble alloys in dentistry looking to identify the adhesion mechanisms, compositions and mechanical properties, and its applicability as a rehabilitation resource nowadays. A bibliographic search was conducted in the main health databases PUBMED (www.pubmed.gov) and Scholar Google (www.scholar.google.com.br), in which studies published from 1971 to 2021 were collected. Laboratory studies, case reports, systematic and literature reviews, which were developed in living individuals. Articles that did not deal with metal alloys and its use in dentistry were excluded. Through the review, it was possible to ver ify that all works presented the metal alloys and their main properties, indicating that they are divided into three main types: hi gh noble alloys, noble alloys and base metal alloys differing in their levels of constituent noble metals. Several alloys and meta ls are available for the dental market each presenting advantages and disadvantages, mainly based on its specific composition.Continuous research and development are resulting in the production of new technologies and products, giving dental surgeons even more options in the design and manufacture of restorations using metal alloys and understanding that these resources will still be viable alternatives in oral rehabilitations. However, further studies on metal alloys are needed to better understand this subject.

RESUMEN: El presente trabajo tuvo como objetivo describir a través de una revisión de la literatura, los principales tipos de aleaciones nobles y no nobles utilizados en odontología buscando identificar los mecanismos de adhesión, composiciones y propiedades mecánicas, así como reflejar su aplicabilidad como recurso rehabilitador en la actualidad. Realizamos una búsqueda bibliográfica em las principales bases de datos de salud PUBMED (www.pubmed.gov) y Scholar Google (www.scholar.google.com.br), en la que se recopilaron estudios publicados desde 1971 hasta 2021. Estudios de laboratorio, informes de casos, revisiones sistemáticas y bibliográficas, que se desarrollaron en individuos vivos. Sin embargo, se excluyeron los artículos que no trataban sobre aleaciones metálicas y su uso en odontología. Se pudo observar que todos los trabajos presentaban las aleaciones metálicas y sus principales propiedades indicando que se estas dividen en tres tipos principales: aleaciones altamente nobles, aleaciones nobles y aleaciones de metales base que difierenen sus niveles de metales nobles constituyentes. Hay varias aleaciones y metales disponibles para el mercado dental, cada uno presenta ventajas y desventajas, principalmente en función de su composición específica. La investigación y el desarrollo continuo están dando como resultado la producción de nuevas tecnologías y productos, brindando a los cirujanos dentistas aún más opciones en el diseño y fabricación de las restauraciones, utilizando aleaciones metálicas y, permite concluir que estos recursos seguirán siendo alternativas viables en los tratamientos de rehabilitación. Sin embargo, se necesitan más estudios sobre el tema abordado en el trabajo, para una comprensión más profunda del tema.

ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to identify the incidence of fractures in single crowns placed in individuals with chronic tooth wear. The sample selection was performed based on the evaluation of 218 patient records rehabilitated with single crowns placed by the same professional from a private clinic. After exclusion criteria, 43 individuals (18 males and 25 females) were included and a total of 112 single crowns distributed in both jaws. Three ceramic systems were evaluated: 34 feldspathic all-ceramic, 38 metal-ceramic with a core in gold electropositive alloy, and 40 In-Ceram Alumina. The intraoral photograph analysis adopted a diagnosis method of tooth wear according to the morphological variations of the teeth. Of the 112 crowns evaluated, 47 were placed in male and 65 in female patients, aged between 21 to 74 years (mean 27.5 years old). The variables gender (p = 0.83), presence of chronic tooth wear (p = 0.91), ceramic system (p = 0.24) and crown location (p = 0.86) did not present a statistically difference. However, the variables pulp vitality (p = 0.04) and survi val time (p = 0.01) presented a statistically significant difference. The evaluated ceramic systems can be considered as alternativ es of restorative material, even in individuals with clinical characteristics suggestive of chronic tooth wear.

RESUMEN: El objetivo de este estudio fue identificar la incidencia de fracturas en coronas individuales colocadas en individuos con desgaste dental crónico. La selección de la muestra se realizó en base a la evaluación de 218 registros de pacientes rehabilitados con coronas individuales colocadas entre 1999 y 2009 por el mismo profesional de una clínica privada. Después de analizar los criterios de exclusión, se incluyeron 43 individuos (18 hombres y 25 mujeres) y un total de 112 coronas individuales distribuidas en ambas mandíbulas. Este estudio evaluó coronas hechas de tres sistemas cerámicos: 34 de cerámica totalmente feldespática, 38 de cerámica de metal con un núcleo de aleación electropositiva de oro y 40 de alúmina enceram. El análisis de la fotografía intraoral adoptó un método de diagnóstico del desgaste dental de acuerdo con las variaciones morfológicas de los dientes. De las 112 coronas evaluadas, 47 se colocaron en hombres y 65 en mujeres, con edades comprendidas entre 21 y 74 años (media de 27,5 años). Con respecto a las coronas individuales, las variables género (p = 0,83), presencia de desgaste dental crónico (p = 0,91), sistema cerámico (p = 0,24) y ubicación de la corona (p = 0,86) no presentaron una diferencia estadísticamente significativa. Sin embargo, las variables vitalidad pulpar (p = 0.04) y tiempo de supervivencia (p = 0.01) presentaron una diferencia estadísticamente significativa. Los sistemas cerámicos evaluados pueden considerarse como alternativas de material restaurador, incluso en individuos con características clínicas que sugieren desgaste dental crónico.

The seed oil of Annona salzmannii A. DC. was analyzed by GC-MS and 1H qNMR, revealing a mixture of unsaturated (80.5%) and saturated (18.7%) fatty acids. Linoleic (45.3%) and oleic (33.5%) acid were the major unsaturated fatty acids identified, while palmitic acid (14.3%) was the major saturated fatty acid. The larvicidal effects of A. salzmannii seed oil were evaluated against third-instar larvae of Aedes aegypti (Linn.). The oil exhibited moderate larvicidal activity, with a LC50 of 569.77 ppm (95% CI = 408.11 to 825.88 ppm). However, when the cytotoxic effects of the oil were evaluated, no expressive antiproliferative effects were observed in tumor cell lines B16-F10 (mouse melanoma), HepG2 (human hepatocellular carcinoma), K562 (human chronic myelocytic leukemia), HL-60 (human promyelocytic leukemia), and non-tumor cell line PBMC (peripheral blood mononuclear cells), with IC50 values > 50 μg·mL-1. This is the first study to evaluate the chemical composition, larvicidal and cytotoxic activity of A. salzmannii seed oil.

ABSTRACT: The present study aims to describe, through a case report, the functioning of bone grafts, where they are obtained including bone banks and the different dental areas in which it is used. A 50-year.old female patient HMR, sought the postgraduate college of dentistry CECAPE for oral rehabilitation. The initial clinical examination revealed the absence of several dental elements in both the maxilla and mandi ble, bone resorption in the entire maxillary extension where there was an absence of elements in the anterior region and the presence of a torus in the palatal region. Initial tomographic examinations of the maxilla and mandible were performed, looking for the best conduct regarding the diagnosis and planning of the case. After the clinical and radiographic examinations was performed, and the diagnosis was reached, it was determined as a treatment for oral rehabilitation of the maxilla, bone grafting and an Implant-supported Removable Partial Prosthesis and for the mandible a Dento-muco-supported Removable Partial Prosthesis. Dental treatments and oral rehabilitation from the use of bone tissues and bone grafting have become commonly used. Procedures that would normally lead to failure started to increase the percentage of successes due to the use of these biomaterials. The use of bone grafts in dentistry has been shown to be a very effective and useful resource, considering its great applicability in bone reconstructions in different areas of dentistry.

RESUMEN: El presente estudio tiene como objetivo describir a través de un informe de caso, el funcionamiento de los injertos óseos, donde se obtienen, incluidos los bancos de huesos y las diferentes áreas dentales en las que se emplea. Una paciente HMR, de 50 años de edad, asistió el centro universitario de posgrado CECAPE para rehabilitación oral. El examen clínico inicial reveló la ausencia de varios dientes tanto en el maxilar como en la mandíbula, la resorción ósea en toda la extensión maxilar donde había ausencia de dientes en la región anterior y la presencia de un torus en la región palatina. Se realizaron exámenes tomográficos iniciales del maxilar y mandíbula, buscando la mejor conducta con respecto al diagnóstico y la planificación del caso. Después de los exámenes clínicos y radiográficos realizados y el diagnóstico listo, se determinó como un tratamiento para la rehabilitación oral del maxilar, el injerto óseo y una prótesis removible implantosoportada y para la mandíbula una prótesis parcial removible dento-muco-soportada. Los tratamientos dentales y la rehabilitación oral a partir del uso de tejidos óseos y el injerto óseo se han utilizado comúnmente. Los procedimientos que normalmente conducirían al fracaso comenzaron a aumentar el porcentaje de éxitos debido al uso de estos biomateriales. Se ha demostrado que el uso de injertos óseos en odontología es un recurso muy eficaz y útil, considerando su gran aplicabilidad en las reconstrucciones óseas en diferentes áreas de la odontología.

ABSTRACT: To evaluate clinically the results of two surgical techniques used for root coverage, the coronally advanced flap in '' L '' isolated (CAF) or associated with subepithelial connective tissue graft (SCTG). The surgical procedures were performed in seventeen individuals, ten individuals in the control group (coronally advanced flap in "L") and seven individuals in the test group (coronally advanced flap in "L" associated with SCTG), who presented Miller class I and II gingival recession. The depth gingival recession (GR) index was evaluated in the following periods: immediate preoperative and 180 postoperative days. The control group had a success rate of 85 +/- 18 % and the test group had a success rate of 95 +/- 4 %. The variable success rates (p=0.36) did not present a statistically significant difference. The isolated CAF or its association with SCTG showed favorable outcomes in the treatments of Miller's class I and II gingival recessions.

RESUMEN: El objetivo fue evaluar clínicamente los resultados de dos técnicas quirúrgicas utilizadas para la cobertura radicular, el colgajo coronalmente avanzado en "L" aislado (CAF) o asociado con injerto de tejido conectivo subepitelial (SCTG). Los procedimientos quirúrgicos se realizaron en diecisiete individuos, diez individuos en el grupo de control (colgajo coronario avanzado en "L") y siete individuos en el grupo de prueba (colgajo coronalmente avanzado en "L" asociado con SCTG), que presentaron la clase I de Miller y II recesión gingival. El índice de recesión gingival profunda (RG) se evaluó en los siguientes períodos: preoperatorio inmediato y 180 días postoperatorios. El grupo de control tuvo una tasa de éxito de 85 +/- 18 % y el grupo de prueba tuvo una tasa de éxito de 95 +/- 4 %. Las tasas de éxito variables (p = 0,36) no presentaron una diferencia estadísticamente significativa. La CAF aislada o su asociación con SCTG mostraron resultados favorables en los tratamientos de las recesiones gingivales de clase I y II de Miller.

ABSTRACT: The aim of this study was to analyze the etiology of tooth loss in patients rehabilitated with dental implants. Was conducted a cross-sectional study with data from 93 patients from a private clinic who were treated with implants from the year 2000 until 2009. Data were collected through medical records, radiographic documentation and photographs of clinical cases. Data on sex, age, education level, smoking habits, teeth loss localization and extraction ratio were analyzed. The results showed that periodontal disease was the main reason for tooth loss, accounting for 24.7 %, followed by root fractures with posts (23.7 %) and secondary caries (15.1 %). In patients below 40 years, dental trauma and root fractures were responsible for most of the losses. The reasons for tooth loss showed statistical significance with the age (p<0.05). Sex, smoking habits and education showed no significant association (p>0.05) with the reasons of the tooth loss.

RESUMEN: El objetivo de esta investigación fue analizar la etiología de las pérdidas dentales en pacientes rehabilitados con prótesis sobre implantes. Se realizó un estudio transversal con informaciones de 93 pacientes de una clínica privada que recibieron tratamiento con implantes en el período de 2000 a 2009. Los datos fueron recolectados a través de las fichas clínicas, documentaciones radiográficas y fotografías de los casos clínicos. Se levantaron datos sobre género, edad, nivel de escolaridad, hábito de fumar, tipo de diente extraído y razón de la extracción. Los resultados mostraron que la razón periodontal fue el principal motivo de las pérdidas dentales, representando el 24,7 %, seguida por las fracturas radiculares con pines metálicos (23,7 %) y caries secundarias (15,1 %). En los pacientes menores de 40 años, los traumatismos dentales y las fracturas radiculares con pino fueron responsables de la mayoría de las pérdidas. Las razones de las pérdidas dentales mostraron significancia estadística con la variable edad (p<0,05). El género, el hábito de fumar y el grado de escolaridad no mostraron asociación significativa (p>0,05) con las razones de las pérdidas dentales.

RESUMO O objetivo do estudo foi comparar a eficiência do comportamento tático entre os jogadores de futebol de diferentes categorias etárias. A amostra foi composta por 400 jogadores divididos em quatro categorias (sub-11, sub-13, sub-15 e sub-17), que realizaram no total 23.855 ações táticas. Para avaliação da eficiência do comportamento tático dos jogadores foi utilizado o FUT-SAT. Para o tratamento estatístico, foram realizadas análises descritivas, os testes Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Kruskal-Wallis, Mann-Whitney e foi considerado um nível de significância de p<0,05. Os resultados indicam que a eficiência do comportamento tático tende a aumentar ao longo do tempo, com exceção da categoria Sub-15 que apresenta uma queda acentuada em relação às demais. Assim é possível concluir que existem variações na eficiência do comportamento tático de jogadores de futebol de diferentes categorias etárias.

ABSTRACT The aim of this study was to compare the tactical behavior efficiency between soccer players from different age levels. The sample comprised 400 players from four age groups (Under-11, -13, -15, and -17), who performed 23,855 tactical actions. Players' tactical behavior efficiency was assessed through FUT-SAT. Statistical procedures included descriptive analysis and the tests Kolmogorov-Smirnov, Kruskal-Wallis and Mann-Whitney. The significance level adopted was p<0.05. Results indicated that the tactical behavior efficiency tends to increase over time, except for the U-15 age level, that displayed an accentuated drop in relation to the others. It is concluded that the efficiency of tactical behavior of the players in soccer displayed differences across different age levels.

OBJETIVO: avaliar funcionalmente os pacientes com lesão da inserção distal do músculo bíceps braquial tratados cirurgicamente.MÉTODOS: entre abril de 2002 e junho de 2011, 15 cotovelos de 14 pacientes foram submetidos a tratamento cirúrgico pelo Grupo de Cirurgia de Ombro e Cotovelo do Departamento de Ortopedia e Traumatologia da Faculdade de Ciências Médicas da Santa Casa de São Paulo. O seguimento mínimo foi de seis meses, com média de 28. A idade variou de 28 a 62 anos, com média de 40. Todos os pacientes eram do sexo masculino e o membro dominante foi acometido em 64,2%. A avaliação clínica dos resultados foi feita pelos critérios da American Medical Association (AMA), modificados por Bruce, pelo grau de amplitude articular (flexoextensão e pronossupinação), pela presença de dor e pelo grau de satisfação do paciente.RESULTADOS: pelos critérios da AMA, modificados por Bruce, obtivemos 100% de resultados satisfatórios, 85,7% considerados excelentes e 14,3% bons. Observamos que quando as lesões distais do músculo bíceps braquiais acometem pacientes jovens e ativos, o tratamento cirúrgico é uma boa opção.

OBJECTIVE: to functionally evaluate patients with injury of the distal insertion of the biceps brachii muscle that was treated surgically.METHODS: between April 2002 and June 2011, 15 elbows of 14 patients underwent surgical treatment performed by the Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Group, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, School of Medical Sciences, Santa Casa de São Paulo. The minimum follow-up was six months, with a mean of 28 months. The patients' ages ranged from 28 to 62 years, with a mean age of 40 years. All the patients were male and the dominant arm was affected in 64.2%. The clinical evaluation on the results was conducted using the criteria of the American Medical Association (AMA), as modified by Bruce, with evaluation of the joint range of motion (flexion-extension and pronosupination), the presence of pain and the patient's degree of satisfaction.RESULTS: from the AMA criteria, as modified by Bruce, we obtained 100% satisfactory results, of which 85.7% were considered to be excellent and 14.3% good. We observed that when distal injuries of the biceps brachii muscle affected young and active patients, surgical treatment was a good option.

INTRODUÇÃO: as fraturas da coluna torácica e lombar estão se tornando mais frequentes, devido ao aumento dos acidentes de alta energia. Elas apresentam um elevado índice de morbidade e mortalidade, acarretando grandes prejuízos socioeconômicos. OBJETIVO: analisar a epidemiologia das fraturas torácicas e lombares de pacientes atendidas no Serviço de Ortopedia e Traumatologia do Hospital Getúlio Vargas em Recife (PE). MÉTODOS: este estudo é uma análise epidemiológica dos pacientes com fraturas da coluna torácica e lombar, admitidos na emergência do Hospital Getúlio Vargas no período de 1º de novembro de 2007 a 30 de abril de 2008. Foram admitidos 42 pacientes com fraturas da coluna torácica e lombar, perfazendo um total de 54 vértebras fraturadas. RESULTADOS: observou-se que as fraturas da coluna torácica e lombar foram mais frequentes no gênero masculino, com uma média de idade de 39 anos. As quedas de altura foram responsáveis por 61,9% dos casos, seguida dos acidentes com motos (19,05%). Lesões neurológicas estiveram presentes em 14,28% dos casos e o tratamento cirúrgico foi realizado em 50% deles. CONCLUSÃO: as fraturas da coluna torácica e lombar, no presente estudo, foram frequentes nos adultos jovens, do gênero masculino, trabalhadores e causadas por queda de altura.

BACKGROUND: thoracic and lumbar fractures have been more frequent, due to the increase of energy accidents. It causes a high index of morbidity and mortality and economical and social damage. Objective: to analyze the epidemiology of thoracic and lumbar fractures in patients attended at the Hospital Getúlio Vargas, in Recife (Pernambuco). METHODS: this study is an epidemiological analysis of the thoracic and lumbar fractures in patients, who were admitted at the emergency room of Hospital Getúlio Vargas in the period between November 1st of 2007 and April 30th of 2008. Forty-two patients were admitted with thoracic and lumbar fractures, they had a total of fifty-four vertebral fractures. RESULTS: thoracic and lumbar fractures were more often in men. The average age was 39 years old. The most frequently lesion mechanism was injuries from falls (61.9%), followed by motorcycle accidents (19.05%). Neurological injuries occurred in 14.28% of the cases and 50% of the patients needed surgery. CONCLUSION: thoracic and lumbar fractures, in the present study, were more frequent in men, young adults, workers and they were caused by high falls.

INTRODUCCIÓN: las fracturas de la columna torácica y lumbar están más frecuentes debido al aumento de los accidentes de alta energía. Estas presentaron un índice elevado de morbilidad y mortalidad, acarreando grandes daños socioeconómicos. Objetivo: analizar la epidemiología de las fracturas torácicas y lumbares de pacientes atendidas en el Servicio de Ortopedia y Traumatología del Hospital Getúlio Vargas, en Recife (PE). MÉTODOS: este estudio es un análisis epidemiológico de los pacientes con fracturas de la columna torácica y lumbar, admitidos en la emergencia del Hospital Getúlio Vargas durante el periodo de 1 de noviembre de 2007 a 30 de abril de 2008. Fueron admitidos 42 pacientes con fracturas de la columna torácica y lumbar, haciéndose un total de 54 vértebras fracturadas. RESULTADOS: se observaron que las fracturas de la columna torácica y lumbar fueron más frecuentes en el género masculino, con una edad promedio de 39 años. Las caídas por altura fueron responsables por el 61,9% de los casos, seguida por accidentes con motos (19,05%). Lesiones neurológicas fueron en un 14,28% y el tratamiento quirúrgico fue realizado en 50% de los casos. CONCLUSIÓN: las fracturas de la columna torácica y lumbar, en el presente estudio, fueron frecuentes en los adultos jóvenes, del género masculino, trabajadores y fueron causadas por caída de una determinada altura.

Aneurismas dissecantes da artéria vertebral em seu segmento intracraniano são lesões pouco comuns, principalmente quando associadas a hemorragia subaracnóidea, sendo também raras as fenestrações da artéria vertebral. Apresentam elevada morbidade e mortalidade, com elevado índice de ressangramento e dificuldade de abordagem cirúrgica. Apresentamos o caso de um homem de 19 anos, o qual foi vitima de agressão física em região occipto-cervical, apresentando hemorragia subaracnóidea e aneurisma dissecante na artéria vertebral direita, a qual era fenestrada, sendo submetido ao tratamento endovascular. Realizamos revisão da literatura sobre o assunto, sendo colocado o tratamento endovascular como uma opção terapêutica para estes casos.

Dissecting aneurysms of the vertebral artery at its intracranial segment are uncommon lesions, mainly when associated to subarachnoid hemorrhage, being also rare fenestrations of the vertebral artery. They present high morbidity and mortality, with high rebleeding rate and difficulty of surgical approach. We present a 19 years old man who was victim of physical aggression in the occipto-cervical region, presenting subarachnoid hemorrhage and a dissecting aneurysm of the right vertebral artery, which had a fenestration, being submitted to endovascular treatment. We accomplished a literature review about this subject, proposing endovascular treatment as a therapeutic option for these cases.

Meningocele intratorácica é patologia rara e, quando presente, está quase sempre associada a neurofibromatose tipo I. Há poucos casos descritos na literatura e em sua maioria destes são de cistos pequenos ou assintomáticos, sendo a cirurgia indicada quando são grandes ou sintomáticos. Relatamos o caso de um homem de 59 anos com a doença de Von Recklinghausen familiar, com cistos gigantes extirpados cirurgicamente através de toracotomia.

BACKGROUND: Intrathoracic meningocele is a rare pathology, almost always associated with neurofibromatosis type I and with a few cases related in the literature. In the majority of cases cysts are small or asymptomatic, and the surgery is indicated when big or symptomatic cysts are present. We report a case of giant intrathoracic cysts surgically extirpated through out thoracotomy. CASE: A 59-year-old male with familiar Von Recklinghausen's disease which developed thoracic radicular pain after a fall. On examination he presented some difficulty in walking fast and dyspneia on small efforts. The chest plain x-ray showed the presence of 3 huge left side intrathoracic cysts (10 to 15cm). The patient was submitted to a surgical treatment and complete extirpation of the cysts was performed through a left side thoracotomy. During the surgery a fourth smaller cyst was detected and also extirpated. Evolution was uneventful and the patient remains well in these last 12 years. This finding of intrathoracic cysts related to neurofibromatosis type I is rare and is probably unique in the literature the presence of 4 huge cysts in one side of the thorax.