ABSTRACT: Performing an orthodontic treatment based only on hard tissue references can lead to unfavorable aesthetic results due to the great variability that exists in soft tissues that cover them. In 1999, W.Arnett, presented an analysis based on soft tissues and determined norms that define a harmonious face. However, these standards that were obtained from North Americans and Chilean aesthetic concepts could be different. The aim of the study was to determine the values of facial harmony for the Chilean population, using the cephalometric analysis of soft tissues presented by Arnett, and compare them with the values previously established for the Caucasian population. In this study 200 photographs were analyzed, and the profiles were classified in balanced and unbalanced according to the criteria of a group of specialists. Subsequently, teleradiographs corresponding to the classified profiles were analyzed, with the cephalometric analysis of soft tissues. The values of the different variables were analyzed separately by sex, skeletal class and facial biotype, and the differences between the variables presented by Arnett et al., and those obtained in the present study. For this purpose, statistical significance tests such as the t test and other non- parametric tests were used. There were only significant differences in two variables: inferior lip variables in both sexes, and a greater prominence of the cheekbone in Chilean women, therefore we consider that the values of harmony of Arnett, can also be applied as an aesthetic parameter for the Chilean population.

RESUMEN: El realizar un tratamiento ortodóntico sólo en base a referencias de tejidos duros, puede llevar a resultados estéticos desfavorables, debido a la gran variabilidad que existe en los tejidos blandos que los recubren. Arnett et al. (1999) presentaron un análisis basado en los tejidos blandos y determinó normas que definen un rostro armónico. Sin embargo, éstas normas se obtuvieron de pacientes norteamericanos y puede que no reflejen los conceptos estéticos de nuestra población. El objetivo del presente trabajo fue determinar valores de armonía facial para la población chilena, utilizando el análisis cefalométrico de tejidos blandos presentado por Arnett et al., y compararlos con los valores previamente establecidos para la población caucásica. Se analizaron 200 fotografías y se clasificaron los perfiles en balanceados y no balanceados según el criterio de un grupo de especialistas. Posteriormente se analizaron las telerradiografías correspondientes a los perfiles clasificados, con el análisis cefalométrico de tejidos blandos. Los valores de las diferentes variables fueron analiza dos separadamente por sexo, clase esqueletal y biotipo facial, y se determinaron las diferencias entre las variables presentadas por Arnett et al. y las obtenidas en el presente estudio. Para ello se utilizaron pruebas de significancia estadística como el test t y otros no paramétricos. Sólo se encontró diferencias significativas en dos variables respecto de las normas sugeridas por Arnett et al., correspondientes a un menor espesor del labio inferior en ambos sexos, y una mayor prominencia del pómulo en mujeres chilenas, por lo que consideramos que los valores de armonía de Arnett et al., pueden ser también aplicados como parámetro estético para la población chilena.

Arbuscular mycorrhizal (AM) fungi play an important role in protecting host plant against phytotoxic aluminum (Al) in soil. The aim of this work was to analyze the effect of AM fungi native from acid soil on the growth of four Al-tolerant wheat (Triticum aestivum L.) genotypes. A greenhouse experiment was conducted using three near isogenic Chilean wheat genotypes (‘Crac’, ‘Invento’ and ‘Otto’) and one of recognized Al-tolerance (‘Atlas 66’) which were grown in an acid Andisol with 34% Al-saturation. The plant dry biomass and root colonization were determined at six early growth stages and AM spore density, glomalin (as GRSP) and acid phosphatase (P-ase) activity were analyzed at two stages; i) 11 days after sowing -DAS-, and at 60 DAS. Results showed that in all genotypes AM root colonization was not inhibited in spite of high soil Al saturation in the soil and a significant root colonization degree was observed at the first phenological stage mainly in the native wheat genotypes. Also, ‘Crac’ and ‘Invento’ genotypes showed the highest densities of AM spores and GRSP production. All wheat cultivars increased the P-ase activity overtime. Root biomass correlated positive and significantly with root colonization (r=0.71; P<0.001) and inversely with AM spores (r=-0.61; P<0.001). ‘Atlas 66’ showed a high adaptability to grow in acid conditions but produced the lesser amounts of AM propagules, which suggest that this genotype would show Al-tolerance mechanisms not fully associated to AM symbiosis as the Chilean wheat cultivars do. In conclusion, the higher early root colonization, AM spores and GRSP production associated to native wheat genotypes could indicate that AM symbiosis play a principal role in the Al tolerance capacity of T. aestivum developed in those soils with high Al levels and fungal native populations adapted to this conditions.

Microencapsulation technology is an alternative to stabilize stress factors and protect food ingredients or additives, which include environmentally sensitive bioactive principles in protective matrices to increase their functionality and life span. The objective of this research was to study conditions to obtain microcapsules with antioxidant capacity from a maqui (Aristotelia chilensis [Molina] Stuntz, Elaeocarpaceae) leaf extract by emulsification and subsequent retention after microencapsulation. Microcapsules were produced by water-in-oil emulsion (W/O) using a phase of the aqueous maqui leaf extract and gum arabic, and a liquid vaseline phase. Maqui leaf extract antioxidant capacity was 99.66% compared with the aqueous phase of the emulsion at 94.38 and 93.06% for 5% and 15% gum arabic, respectively. The mean yield of maqui leaf extract microencapsulation with 5% gum arabic varied between 38 and 48%, whereas with 15% gum arabic it was 39%. Once the antioxidant microcapsules were formed, mean extract antioxidant capacity ranged between 30 and 35%. Both yields responded similarly to changes in gum arabic concentrations (5% and 15%) in the aqueous phase of the emulsion; 5% concentration produced a microcapsule size from 1.0 to 10 urn. Maqui leaf extracts with high phenolic compound levels, which can be stabilized and protected by the microencapsulation process, produce new natural preservative systems as compared with their synthetic counterparts.

Aim: To evaluate 8 cases of bilateral pheochromocytoma and laparoscopic synchronous treatment. Patients and Methods: From May 1999 to May 2010, 8 patients with bilateral pheochromocytoma were found. A complete preoperative workup was done. Results: We perform 8 transperitoneal laparoscopic bilateral synchronous adrenalectomy. There was no open converted procedure. Mean operative time was 184.37 min. (range 95 to 300 min). Mean hospital stay was 3.8 days (range 3 to 5 days). Mean blood loss was 191.25 ml (range 0 to 500 min). In 7 cases the histopathological result was of pheochromocytoma and 1 as a malignant pheochomocytoma based on its histology. Conclusions: With very well establish diagnostic disease, an appropriate anesthetic strategy and as surgical skills, laparoscopic bilateral synchronic adrenalectomy is a feasible and safe surgical technique for bilateral pheochromocytomas.

Introducción: La incidencia del feocromocitoma varía entre un 0,005 y un 0,1% y de estos sólo un 10% se presenta en forma bilateral. El objetivo de este trabajo es presentar nuestra experiencia en adrenalectomía laparoscópica bilateral sincrónica en pacientes con diagnóstico de feocromocitoma bilateral. Se revisa la literatura y se analizan nuestros resultados. Material y Métodos: Se realiza una revisión retrospectiva de todos los pacientes sometidos a una adrenelectomía laparoscópica bilateral sincrónica entre mayo de 1999 y mayo de 2010, con diagnóstico de un feocromocitoma bilateral. Todos los pacientes fueron estudiados con medición de catecolaminas plasmáticas y urinarias y estudio por imágenes. Resultados: Se realizaron 8 adrenelectomías laparoscópicas bilaterales sincrónicas. El tiempo promedio de cirugía fue de 184 min (rango 95-300 min). La estadía intrahospitalaria media fue de 3,8 días (rango de 3-5 días). El promedio de sangrado fue de 83 ml (rango 0-500 ml). El diagnóstico histopatológico fue de feocromocitoma en todas las muestras, en un caso se diagnosticó un feocromocitoma maligno. No hubo conversión a cirugía abierta. Conclusiones: La adrene-lectomía laparoscópica bilateral sincrónica para feocromocitomas bilaterales es un procedimiento seguro y de baja morbilidad, realizada por un cirujano con experiencia en cirugía laparoscópica. Es necesario tener previamente el diagnóstico de certeza para el manejo anestésico y postquirúrgico adecuado para estos pacientes.

Introduction: Percutaneous renal surgery was introduced more than 20 years ago in urological practice. Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) enter the urological scene shortly after. Our objective is to show our experience in percutaneous renal surgery after the introduction of the ESWL in our institution. Material and Methods: Surgical outcomes of 301 patients who underwent percutaneous renal surgery as treatment of renal stones were analyzed. This series begins just before the introduction of ESWL in our unit. Results: Renal pelvis was the most frequent localization with 142 cases (47.2%). There were 51 patients with straghorn calculi. 255 (84.7%) were stone free after one single procedure. Residual fragments were managed with many methods, until only 16 patients (5.4%) had residual fragments. Complications occurred in 26 patients (8.9%). There was no mortality. Conclusions: Percutaneous surgery is an important tool in the management of renal stones. In general, renal stones managed with this procedure, are more complex, however the achievement of good results is possible.

Introducción: La cirugía percutánea (CP) de la litiasis renal fue introducida en la urología hace más de 20 años. Poco después lo hizo la litotripsia extracorpórea (LEC). Nuestro objetivo es mostrar la experiencia en CP luego de la introducción de la LEC en nuestro servicio. Material y Métodos: Se analizan en forma retrospectiva los resultados de 301 pacientes operados por CP por litiasis renal. La serie comienza con la adquisición de un litotriptor extracorpóreo en nuestro servicio. Resultados: La localización más frecuente fue la pelvis renal con 142 casos (47,2%). Se observó litiasis coraliforme en 51 pacientes. Doscientos cincuenta y cinco (84,7%), quedaron libres de litiasis con un procedimiento. La litiasis residual fue tratada con diversos métodos, para un total final de 16 pacientes con fragmentos residuales (5,4%). Ocurrieron complicaciones en 26 pacientes (8,9%). No hubo mortalidad. Conclusiones: La cirugía percutánea de la litiasis renal es un procedimiento que debe formar parte importante en la resolución de la litiasis renal. En general las litiasis tratadas son más complejas, sin embargo, los resultados son excelentes.

Os tumores malignos da bainha dos nervos periféricos correspondem a um grupo raro de sarcomas de tecidos moles que tendem a ocorrer em doentes com neurofibromatose tipo 1 ou vários anos após tratamentos de radioterapia. A sua localização torácica é uma entidade muito rara. A sintomatologia habitual deve-se ao efeito de massa exercido sobre os nervos, podendo persistir durante meses ou anos antes do diagnóstico. A escassez de doentes com este tipo de tumor faz com que a abordagem terapêutica ainda permaneça em debate, sendo a cirurgia o procedimento de eleição. O prognóstico destes doentes é mau dada a grande recorrência local e metastização. O caso clínico descrito serve de tema à discussão.

Malignant peripheral nerve sheath tumors comprehend a rare group of soft tissue sarcomas that tend to occur in patients with neurofibromatosis type 1 or several years after radiotherapy treatments. Its thoracic localization is a very unusual entity. The typical symptoms are due to nerve roots compression which can persist for several months or years before diagnosis. Due to very few patients with this type of tumor its therapeutic approach is still a matter of permanent debate, being surgery the main treatment. This tumor has a bad prognosis because of high local recurrence and metastasis. The clinical case we describe serves as a glimpse for discussion.

O enfarte da gordura cardiofrénica é uma condição benigna rara, de etiologia desconhecida, estando apenas descritos 20 casos na literatura em língua inglesa. Esta patologia deve fazer parte do diagnóstico diferencial duma toracalgia pleurítica associada a uma densidade paracardíaca ou a derrame pleural na telerradiografia do tórax. O diagnóstico final é feito por tomografia computorizada (TC tórax) ou através da cirurgia com exame histológico. Os autores descrevem um caso de uma doente de 48 anos, internada por quadro de cansaço, tosse seca e de toracalgia no hemitórax esquerdo, com presença de derrame pleural na radiografia de tórax. A TC do tórax revelou um espessamento do pericárdio e densificação da gordura epipericárdica compatível com o diagnóstico de enfarte da gordura cardiofrénica epipericárdica. Houve uma boa evolução clínica, tendo alta medicada com tratamento sintomático. Face à sua natureza benigna e autolimitada e ao fraco conhecimento desta entidade, o tratamento aconselhado é apenas conservador.

Epipericardial fat necrosis is an uncommon benign entity of unknown cause, with only 20 cases reported in the English-language literature. It should be remembered as a possible diagnosis in a person who presents with acute pleuritic chest pain and paracardiac density or pleural effusion on chest radiography (X-ray). The computed tomography (CT) or surgical approach allows the final diagnosis and characterization. The authors describe a case of a 48-year-old woman, admitted to our department because of complaints of fatigue, cough and sudden pleuritic pain on thoracic left side. The chest X-ray showed mild/moderate left pleural effusion and CT scan revealed local slight thickening of pericardium and epipericardial fat, surrounded by thick rim of higher density in the left cardiophrenic space. This made the diagnosis of epipericardial fat necrosis. During hospitalization the patient remained stable and was discharged home with symptomatic relieve therapy. Because of benign, self-limited nature of this entity, only conservative treatment is indicated.

Introduction: Natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (NOTES) and Laparoendoscopic Single Site Surgery (LESS) are emerging technologies, which allows to performed surgical procedures avoiding any surgical scars. However there are some problems due to the lack of equipment available for these procedures. The aim of these study is to present our initial experience with the transvaginal nephrectomy NOTES and LESS using standard laparoscopic instruments. Material and Methods: Two female patients (23 and 26 years old) with diagnosis of recurrent urinary tract infection and renal atrophy. A laparoscopic simple nephrectomy with transvaginal NOTES assistance was performed, using one access port for the camera and two abdominal work ports of 10 and 3mm. In a third patient (15 years old) a transumbilical LESS nephrectomy was preformed with the use of standard laparoscopic instruments. Results: Average operative time was 110 min (40-200), with an estimated blood loss of 200 cc. There were no perioperative complications and all patients were discharged 36 hours after surgery. Conclusion: Laparoscopic simple nephrectomy with transvaginal NOTES assistance and LESS are technically feasible with the use of standard laparoscopic instruments. Special access trocars and instruments development for this procedure will allow to performed a pure technique without the use of abdominal incisions.

Introducción: La cirugía endoscópica transluminal a través de orificios naturales (NOTES) y la cirugía laparoendoscópica a través de sitio único (LESS) son tecnologías emergentes, que permiten realizar procedimientos quirúrgicos minimizando el uso de incisiones abdominales. Sin embargo, existen limitaciones respecto al equipamiento disponible para simular la cirugía tradicional. Nuestro objetivo es presentar nuestra experiencia con la técnica de nefrectomía laparoscópica NOTES y LESS con el uso de instrumentos laparoscópicos estándar. Materiales y Métodos: Dos pacientes de sexo femenino de 23 y 26 años, ambas con diagnóstico de infecciones urinarias recurrentes y atrofia renal secundaria. Se les realizó una nefrectomía simple con asistencia de NOTES, utilizando un puerto de trabajo transvaginal para la cámara y dos puertos adicionales de 10 (umbilical) y 3 mm en el abdomen. Un tercer paciente de sexo masculino de 15 años de edad, fue operado a través de la técnica LESS por vía transumbilical con el uso de cistoscopio fl exible e instrumentos laparoscópicos estándar. Resultados: La media del tiempo operatorio fue de 110 min (40-200), la pérdida sanguínea promedio fue de 133 cc (0-200). No se reportan complicaciones, siendo todos los pacientes dados de alta antes de 36 horas. Conclusión: La nefrectomía laparoscópica con asistencia de NOTES y LESS es técnicamente posible con el uso de instrumentos laparoscópicos estándar. El desarrollo y acceso a trócares y pinzas especiales, permitirá realizar una técnica pura sin el uso de incisiones abdominales.

Os autores descrevem um caso de doença linfoproliferativa (DLP) com repercussão pleuropulmonar. Trata-se de um linfoma MALT primário do estômago com comportamento agressivo numa mulher de 86 anos internada no serviço de pneumologia do nosso hospital com derrame pleural como forma de apresentação clínica. A pesquisa de Helicobacter pylori foi negativa, situação pouco frequente. A doença apresentou-se disseminada e sem qualquer resposta às múltiplas terapêuticas instituídas, o que não é frequente. Abordam-se as formas de apresentação clínica desta patologia, aspectos diagnósticos e terapêuticos, fazendo-se uma discussão sobre as características particulares deste caso e cotejando-os com os dados existentes na literatura. Realça-se a importância de se incluir a DLP no diagnóstico diferencial dos derrames pleurais de etiologia em estudo.

The authors present the case of a lymphoproliferative disorder (LPD) with pleuro-pulmonary involvement. It was a very aggressive primary gastric lymphoma of the MALT subtype, diagnosed in an 86-year-old woman admitted in Pulmonology ward at our Hospital with pleural effusion. Helicobacter pylori search was negative, what is infrequent. The disease was already disseminated at the time of the diagnosis and did not respond to various treatment modalities, what is also an uncommon finding. Clinical presentation, diagnosis and management of this disease are reviewed, pointing out its unique features and comparing the particular aspects of this case with the published literature. The authors stress that LPD is an important diagnosis to be held in mind in the case of a pleural effusion of unknown aetiology.

Epilepsy is a chronic neurological disorder characterized by spontaneous recurrent seizures, which are clinically classified as generalized or partial. Approximately, 30% of patients with partial epilepsy is refractory to medical treatment. Within the refractory group we must discard the presence of cortical dysplasia as an underlying cause of the crisis. Cortical dysplasias are a type of malformations of cortical development (mcd) that are increasingly recognized as a cause of refractory epilepsy. From the radiological point of view this kind of pathology is of particular interest since imaging manifestations can be subtle or may show completely normal examinations. The aim of this paper is to review the literature, describing the imaging appearance of the normal cortical development, the classifications of cortical malformations, mainly cortical dysplasias, by highlighting the most frequent radiological signs. We also examine the current role of positrón emission tomography (pet) in epilepsy, which in conjunction with magnetic resonance imaging findings and electrophysiological studies are used to define a possible surgical treatment. Through this treatment we expect to be provided with details of histopathological alterations found in the surgical specimen to be compared to the radiographic changes revealed in the pre-surgical study.

La epilepsia es una alteración neurológica crónica caracterizada por crisis convulsivas recurrentes y espontáneas, que clínicamente se clasifican como generalizadas o parciales, dentro de las cuales aproximadamente el 30% de los pacientes con epilepsia parcial son refractarios al tratamiento médico. Dentro del grupo refractario debemos descartar la presencia de una displasia cortical como causa subyacente de las crisis. Las displasias corticales son un tipo de malformaciones del desarrollo cortical que en forma cada vez más frecuente se reconocen como causante de epilepsia refractaria. Desde el punto de vista radiológico, este tipo de patología tiene especial interés debido a que las manifestaciones imaginológicas pueden ser sutiles o presentar exámenes completamente normales. El objetivo de este artículo es realizar una revisión de la literatura, describiendo el desarrollo cortical normal con su aspecto en imágenes, las clasificaciones de las malformaciones corticales y en especial de las displasias corticales, destacando los signos radiológicos más frecuentes. Además revisaremos el rol en la actualidad de la Tomografía por Emisión de Positrones (PET) en epilepsia, que en conjunto con las imágenes por resonancia magnética y los estudios electrofisiológicos se utilizan para definir un eventual tratamiento quirúrgico, el que una vez realizado nos da detalles del análisis de las alteraciones histopatológicas en la pieza quirúrgica versus las alteraciones radiológicas visualizadas en el estudio pre-quirúrgico.

O linfoma intravascular é uma forma muito rara de linfoma não Hodgkin de células grandes B. Caracteriza-se pela proliferação celular tumoral de linfócitos limitada aos pequenos vasos, particularmente nos capilares. Apresentamos o caso de uma doente de 54 anos, não fumadora, que foi admitida no nosso hospital para investigação de um quadro com quatro meses de evolução de febre, sudorese nocturna, emagrecimento não quantificado e dispneia progressiva. Ao exame objectivo apresentava-se febril, taquicárdica e polipneica. Analiticamente, destacava-se anemia, leucocitose e LDH elevada. Gasometria arterial - FiO2 1 l/m: PaO2-63,6 mm Hg. A telerradiografia de tórax revelava infiltado intersticial difuso. Foram excluídas todas as causas de febre de origem indeterminada. O diagnóstico foi realizado por biópsia pulmonar cirúrgica e foi prescrita terapêutica citostática combinada e rituximab com boa resposta clínica. Relatamos o caso pela dificuldade diagnóstica e pela boa resposta à terapêutica.

Intravascular lymphoma is a very rare form of large B cell non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, characterised by the presence of lymphoma cells in the lumina of small vessels only, particulary in the capillaries. We report a 54 year-old female non-smoker, admitted to hospital for further examination of a four month long clinical condition involving high fever, night sweats, unqualified weight loss and progressive dyspnea. Patient’s temperature was 38.5 ºC, pulse 100/min and respiratory 22 cycles/min. Patient’s haemoglobin was 9.4g/dL, she had leukocytosis, elevated LDH and arterial blood gas analysis with moderate hypoxaemia (FiO2 1l/m: PaO2-63.6 mm Hg). Chest X-ray revealed diffuse interstitial changes. All the possible causes of unknown origin fever were excluded. Diagnosis was made through lung biopsy and treatment with combined chemotherapy and rituximab was prescribed leading to a 48 hours clinical remission. We present this case to show how difficult this diagnosis can be and how a good response to therapy is possible.

Although many studies point to alterations in the organic concentrations of zinc in elderly patients, the mechanisms by which aging might cause changes in the metabolism of this nutrient remain unclear. Thus, we assessed the changes in plasma zinc, zinc binding capacity to plasma protein (ZnBCPP) and saturation índex (SI), comparing elderly individuáis and young adults. The zinc analyses were performed by atonde absorption spectrophotometry. A statistically significant difference (p < 0.001) wasfound between the two groups in relation to plasma zinc and SI, but the ZnBCPP did not differ between the younger and older subjects. In agreement with this result, it was shown in the young group that 76% (R² = 0.760) of the ZnBCPP variations are explained by the variations in plasma zinc and SI. In the elderly group this measure decreased to 30.5% (R² = 0.305). We conclude, therefore, that aging may be a factor associated to changes in control mechanisms and in zinc homeostasis, and could even alter ZnBCPP response patterns and other zinc-related indicators of nutritional status.

A pesar que muchos estudios indicarían que existen alteraciones en las concentraciones orgánicas del zinc en pacientes mayores, los mecanismos por los cuales el envejecimiento podría implicar cambios en el metabolismo de esta nutriente, aún permanecen pocos claros. Buscamos evaluar los cambios relativos al zinc plasmático, a la Capacidad de Ligación del Zinc a la Proteína Plasmática (ZnBCPP) y en el índice de Saturación (SI). Los análisis de zinc fueron realizados por espectrofotometría de absorción atómica, comparando personas mayores y adultos jóvenes. Una diferencia significativa fue encontrada (p< 0,001), entre los dos grupos, en relación al zinc plasmático e SI, siendo que la ZnBCPP no cambió entre los jóvenes y adultos mayores. Constatando este resultado, se demostró que en el grupo de jóvenes las variaciones en la ZnBCPP son explicadas en 76% (R²= 0,760) por las variaciones en el zinc plasmático en el SI. En el grupo de los mayores esta medida disminuye a 30,5% (R²= 0,305). Concluimos que el envejecimiento puede ser un factor asociado a los cambios en los mecanismos de control y homeostasis del zinc, alternando los patrones de respuesta relativos a ZnBCPP y algunos otros indicadores del estado nutricional relativo al zinc.

The fungus Metarhizium anisopliae isolation Qu-M270 is a promising control agent for the wheat white grub (Hylamorpha elegans Burm.), a Chilean scarabeid species whose larvae feed on roots of diverse crops and move in soil up to a depth of 25 cm . In this study, the vertical movement of Qu- M270 conidias suspended in water was evaluated in three soil series from the Bío-Bío Region (36°32’ S lat; 71°55’ W long), Chile. Soil was obtained using PVC pipes 30 cm long by 20 cm in diameter. Conidia recovery was performed in a specific medium for Metarhizium anisopliae, by counting colony forming units in 1 g of dry soil. The Quella series (Aquic Durixerets) was more restrictive to the percolation of conidia, which were concentrated at the first 10 cm . With the Arenales series (Dystric Xeropsamments), conidia were found below 15 cm and in percolated liquids. On the other hand, the Mirador series (Ultic Palexeralf) had a uniform distribution of conidia at every depth

El hongo entomopatógeno Metarhizium anisopliae, aislamiento Qu-M270, es específico para el control del gusano blanco del trigo (Hylamorpha elegans Burm.), el cual se alimenta de raíces de diversos cultivos y se desplaza en el perfil del suelo hasta los 25 cm de profundidad. En este estudio se evaluó el desplazamiento vertical de conidias de Qu-M270, en suspensión acuosa, a través de columnas de suelo extraídas con tubos de PVC de 30 cm de largo y 20 cm de diámetro, en tres series de suelo de la Región del Bío-Bío (36°32’ lat. Sur; 71°55’ long. Oeste), Chile. La recuperación de conidias se realizó en medio especifico para Metarhizium anisopliae, contabilizando unidades formadoras de colonias por gramo de suelo seco. La serie Quella (Aquic Durixerets) fue más restrictiva al paso de conidias, las que se concentraron en los primeros 10 cm de profundidad, a diferencia de la serie Arenales (Dystric Xeropsamments) en que se observó su presencia bajo los 15 cm y en los líquidos percolados. La serie Mirador (Ultic Palexeralf) presentó una distribución uniforme a lo largo de todo el perfil.

Malignant middle cerebral territory infarction represents 5 to 10% of all brain infarctions. Its mortality is 80%, due to brain herniation and it is not reduced by medical treatment. Decompressive hemicraniectomy reduces mortality to 12%, and the subsequent quality of life of patients is acceptable. We report two male patients aged 61 and 54 years, with a malignant middle cerebral territory infarction who were treated with decompressive hemicraniectomy. After two years of follow up, both patients are self-sufficient and live at home with their families

Background: From January 2000 to June 2002, the first Chilean registry of unstable angina was carried out, with the participation of 15 hospitals. Aim: To report the clinical and demographic features of 600 patients with unstable angina, their risk profile and prognosis. Material and methods: The inclusion criteria for this prospective registry were a history of recent onset of chest pain (<48 hours) or a change in the character of previous angina, associated to ischemic electrocardiographic changes and/or positive markers of myocardial damage. Results: Mean age of the patients was 65 years and 37% were women. Among coronary risk factors, 63% had hypertension, 27% had diabetes, 52% had dyslipidemia, 31% smoked and 21% had a family history of atherosclerosis. On admission 94% of patients had chest pain, associated to ST segment depression in 44%, negative T waves in 28% and positive markers of myocardial damage in 30%. Fifty seven percent received intravenous nitroglycerin, 47% received oral nitrates, 69% beta blockers and 15%, calcium antagonists. Antithrombotic therapy included aspirin in 96%, heparin in 74%, ticlodipine or clopidogrel in 19% and IIb/IIIa inhibitors in 12%. A coronary angiogram was performed in 52%, angioplasty in 25% and coronary bypass surgery in 13%. Hospital mortality was 2.6%. The incidence of new ischemic events was: myocardial infarction in 2.8% recurrent ischemia in 9.5% and refractory ischemia in 2%. The incidence of adverse events increased according to a higher risk profile. Conclusions: The demographic and clinical features, treatment and mortality of these patients are similar to those reported in international registries, with a low mortality rate (Rev Méd Chile 2004; 132: 135-43)