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Introduction Several alternatives are now available when treating posttraumatic acute bone defects. Masquelet's technique represents a safe procedure to treat lower limb open fractures associated with significant bone defects and allows surgeons to try to reduce complications incidence. Material and Methods Retrospective study based on patients´ record files and images (2015-2017). Twelve patients suffering acute bone defect, treated using Masquelet technique, were evaluated. A total of ten patients were finally included after exclusion criteria were applied. Results Average time from injury to first stage surgery was 11 days. Free flaps were required in three cases (two latissimus dorsi and one anterolateral thigh flap). Time to second stage surgery was 115 days on average. As bone graft, reaming irrigation-aspiration system was associated to this technique. Consolidation was achieved in all patients but one after an average time of 8.4 months. There was only one case of limb shortening of 20 mm. There was no case of nonunion or infection, and patients could perform daily basic activities independently. VAS mean score was one point one year after final surgery. Conclusions Masquelet's technique achieves encouraging results when treating lower limb acute bone defects. Using this technique, surgeons could decrease infection incidence in open fractures with severe bone loss. On the other hand, it is a two-stage surgery process, which makes the process longer.

Scapula fractures are relatively rare. Those that affect the body of the scapula account for approximately 50% of all scapula fractures. The indication of surgical treatment in the fractures of the body of the scapula is controversial.

Factors that impede closed reduction in intertrochanteric fractures remain unknown. This study was designed with the aim of establishing radiological variables that can predict an open reduction when nailing those type of fractures.Observational prospective study carried out between March 2013 and March 2015. Patients of both gender who suffered an intertrochanteric fracture, and who were surgically treated by intramedullary nailing (PFN-A), were included. Patients were evaluated by means of a questionnaire designed in 12 de Octubre Trauma department. Radiological parameters assessed preoperatively, after fracture reduction in the traction table, and after fixation were: calcar, lateral wall and posterior buttress integrity or disruption; lesser trochanter location, varus or valgus deformities, and flexion or extension of the proximal fragment.Association between open reduction and the following types of fractures was statistically significant (p0.001): subtypes A2.3, A3.2 and A3.3 of AO classification and subtypes IV and V of Evans classification. There were four radiological parameters associated with the need for open reduction: disruption of lateral wall (p0.0000), posterior wall fracture (p0.001), calcar (p0.004) and malalignment in the axial view (p0.001).Open reduction seems to be necessary for complex fracture patterns such as A2.3, A3.2 and A3.3 types of AO/OTA classification, as well as types IV and V of Evans classification. There are four major radiological parameters that can predict the need of approaching the fracture site: posterior buttress, calcar disruption, lateral wall disruption and proximal fragment flexion. The development of high quality evidence regarding this topic is necessary due to the vast impact that open reduction can have on elderly patients.

Introduction. Rings and cages are indicated for use in revision total hip with severe bone loss. Material and Methods. A retrospective study was performed on 37 acetabular revision cases with an average age at revision of 67.8 years. According to Paprosky classification, 54% grade II and 46% grade III. We used two types of cages, Protrusio and Contour cage. We used 23 standard liners and 14 dual mobility cups. Results. The average follow-up was 5.4 years. The mean Merlé-d’Aubigné score improved from 5.48 to 10.5 points (P<0.05). There were 10 nerve palsies, 6 rings that lost fixation, 10 dislocations, and 4 infections. The need for reoperation for any reason rose to 32% (12/37). Success, defined as a stable reconstruction, was 73%. We found that, using a dual mobility cup cemented into the cage, the dislocation rate and revision rate came down (P<0.05). Conclusions. The treatment of severe acetabular defects using bone graft and reconstruction cages is a viable option. The use of a dual mobility cup cemented into the cage could avoid dislocations and the insertion of the ischial flap inside the ischial portion of the acetabulum for further ring stability and protection of the sciatic nerve.

The aim of the present study is to analyse complications after a floating elbow injury, attempting to establish which of them act as a poor prognosis factor regarding clinical and functional results. Twenty-three patients who suffered a floating elbow injury, treated at our institution from 2004 to 2013, were retrospectively reviewed. Patients were divided into four groups depending on the type of injury. An analysis of demographic data, associated injuries, treatment options and complications was carried out. Clinical evaluation was made by a conventional goniometer, testing flexo-extension and prono-supination ranges. For functional evaluation, the Mayo Elbow Performance Score was employed. Association between radioulnar synostosis, articular surface disruption, nerve injury and clinical and functional results was analysed. Patients with radioulnar synostosis had worse results in functional evaluation than patients without it (56.6 vs. 75); this difference was statistically significant (p = 0.05). Regarding intra-articular extension, we found statistical association with worse results in functional evaluation (p = 0.018); however, nerve palsy does not seem to influence functional results. Radioulnar synostosis and intra-articular extension of the injury are poor prognosis factor in floating elbow.

Introduction The distal triceps tendon rupture is an uncommon injury. The acute treatment is well-defined, but when a delayed diagnosis is made or when a tendon retraction is present the alternatives or reconstruction are limited and sometimes complex. Case Presentation In this case, we report on a 28-year-old man who presented with a chronic disruption of the distal triceps tendon with a gap of approximately 15 cm. The patient was diagnosed in another center with an inveterate breakage of the distal triceps tendon and was initially treated with an Achilles allograft that was complicated by a wound infection and required more than ten surgeries. Nearly 22 months after the initial trauma, and 12 months after the first surgery, we performed a reconstruction with an Achilles tendon allograft using the new technique of distal attachment. At the 12-month follow-up the patient presented a joint balance from -5º to 110º and presented with no pain. Conclusions The use of an Achilles tendon allograft provides excellent results in complex distal triceps tendon ruptures. We report the use of a new technique to anchor a distal Achilles allograft.

Resumen Introduccion El objetivo del estudio es analizar el coste que supone el tratamiento de un conjunto de pacientes con traumatismo grave. Adicionalmente investigamos la distribucion del gasto entre los diferentes servicios implicados en el manejo de estos pacientes. Material y metodo Utilizamos para el estudio los datos registrados en la base de datos Traumasur donde se recogen de modo prospectivo los datos de los pacientes que sufren traumatismos graves. Se analizan de modo retrospectivo los datos clinicos de los pacientes recogidos en el ano 2008, un total de 131 pacientes. Utilizamos los datos obtenidos por el servicio de control financiero de nuestro centro, con datos del coste global y la division del gasto entre los departamentos implicados en el tratamiento. Resultados El valor medio de ISS y NISS fue respectivamente 31,8 y 39,4. La tasa de mortalidad fue del 17,5%. El coste global de los pacientes fue 3.791.879,3 €. El coste medio por paciente fue 28.945 €. El porcentaje medio del gasto global que supusieron el ingreso en UCI y planta fue respectivamente de 62 y 12,7%. El coste del ingreso en UCI ascendio hasta 68,4% en pacientes con ISS > 40. A pesar de que los pacientes fallecidos presentaron lesiones mas graves, presentaron menor coste en todos los capitulos. Conclusion Los pacientes con traumatismos graves suponen un importante gasto sanitario; el mayor porcentaje se debe a la estancia hospitalaria sobre todo a la estancia en UCI. Otros capitulos de gasto suponen un porcentaje menor del gasto.

The aim of this study is to analyse the costs of the treatment of a group of patients with severe injuries. The distribution of the costs between the different departments involved in the management of these patients is also investigated.The data from patients who suffered severe injuries, and recorded in the Traumasur data base, were prospectively gathered to be used in the study. The data from a total of 131 patients treated in the year 2008 were collected. Data obtained from the hospital finance office were also used, providing the overall cost as well as the separate costs of each of the departments involved in the treatment.The injury severity score (ISS) and the new injury severity score (NISS) mean values were 31.8 and 39.4, respectively. The mortality rate was 17.5%. The overall costs of the patients was 3,791,879.3 €, with a mean cost per patient of 28,945 €. The mean percentage of the overall costs of the treatment incurred by the ICU and the ward was 62% and 12.7%, respectively. The cost of the ICU admission increased up to 68.4% in patients with an ISS40. Although the patients who died had more serious injuries, they had a lower cost in all areas.Patients with multiple injuries represent a significant health cost, with the greater percentage being due to the hospital stay, particularly that in ICU. Other cost areas involve a lower percentage of the cost.

Since the implementation of highly active antiretroviral therapy in HIV-infected children, response to scheduled vaccines may determinate future morbidity and mortality. The aims of this study have been to describe the current vaccine coverage, vaccine safety and concordance with vaccine recommendations of the 68 HIV-infected children and adolescents followed up in our Unit. Forty-four percent of the children received at least one dose of the oral polio vaccine (OPV). Only 9.1% needed and received a second set of hepatitis B virus immunization because of low vaccine response. Only 14.7% were vaccinated against varicella. Coverages of 82.3% and 100% have been reached with the 23-valent and the 7-valent pneumococcal vaccines, respectively. Meningococcal conjugated vaccine uptake was moderate (80.8%). Influenza annual vaccination coverage was poor: only 22.7% had well-documented yearly vaccines. In our experience, vaccine coverage is lower in those vaccines administered in primary care centres compared with the immunizations given at the hospital. OPV administration did not cause any adverse effect in the children or in their families. Vaccine coverage in HIV-infected children was suboptimal.