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Background: Periodontitis (PE) and coronary heart disease (CHD) possess multiple mechanisms for a putative association. This case-control study compared the periodontal status among CHD subjects to controls without CHD, while also investigating atheroma invasion by known periodontal pathogens. Methods: 161 subjects participated in this study were divided into three CHD groups: No CHD, chronic CHD, acute CHD. Additional analysis involved grouping subjects according to number of atheromas: no atheroma, 1-4 atheromas, 5-18 atheromas. Data were collected from medical records, periodontal examinations, and questionnaires that included demographic, behavioral, and oral health variables. Angiographic catheterizations were analyzed according to the number of atheroma lesions, lesion size, lesion location, and atheroma lesion stability. Lipoprotein profile, inflammatory markers and cells were analyzed. The microbiological branch added 30 individuals who had their atheroma lesion and subgingival plaque analyzed using polymerase chain reaction probes against the 16 s region, red complex and Aggregatibacter actinomycetemcomitans' DNA. Results: Subjects with CHD had high levels of systemic inflammatory markers and low levels of high-density lipoproteins compared to subjects without CHD. Subjects without CHD and clear coronaries had a prevalence of mild CAL, while individuals with more atheroma lesions had advanced CAL and more active PE. Subjects with more advanced CAL were 4 times more likely to have CHD compared to subjects with less, which is comparable to smoking. Only 4 subjects had the screened pathogens detected in atheroma, although these subjects also have the screened pathogens in subgingival plaque. However, 80% of atheromas had bacteria. Conclusions: CHD and PE showed similarities in progression while active PE led to more atheroma lesions that also tended to be larger in size.

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BACKGROUND: Aneurysms and atheromatous processes are prominent pathological features that are commonly associated with significant morbidity and mortality. OBJECTIVES: This cadaveric study was conducted to evaluate the morphometric and histological aspects of atheromatous plaque formation in abdominal aortas and their branches and their associated morphological variations, if present, characterized by loops, kinking, or tortuosity. METHODS: The study was performed using 30 human cadavers (approx. 65-75 years). Frequency of occurrence of calcified plaques in the abdominal aorta and its branches and their morphometric measurements were noted and histological features were observed with the aid of Hematoxylin & Eosin staining. RESULTS: Variations in the abdominal aorta and the common iliac artery were observed in 16.6% of specimens. Atheromatous plaque formation was seen in 2 specimens (1 specimen was associated with kinking) while in 3 other specimens only variation in normal structure (kinking/ tortuous artery) was observed. Histological analysis showed foamy macrophages and dense calcification, giving an atheromatous appearance. CONCLUSIONS: Cadaveric reports of the location, nature, and degree of plaque formation in the abdominal aorta and its branches are extremely important in clinical settings and for choosing treatment options.

CONTEXTO: Aneurismas e processos ateromatosos são características patológicas perceptíveis que costumam estar associadas a morbidade e mortalidade significativas. OBJETIVOS: Este estudo em cadáveres teve como objetivo avaliar os aspectos morfométricos e histológicos da formação de placa ateromatosa na aorta abdominal e em seus ramos com suas subsequentes variações morfológicas caracterizadas por enrolamentos, acotovelamentos ou tortuosidades, se presentes. MÉTODOS: O estudo foi realizado com 30 cadáveres humanos (aproximadamente 65-75 anos). Foi descrita a frequência de ocorrência de placas calcificadas na aorta abdominal e em seus ramos com as respectivas medidas morfométricas e características histológicas com auxílio da coloração por hematoxilina e eosina. RESULTADOS: Variações na aorta abdominal e na artéria ilíaca comum foram observadas em 16,6% dos espécimes. A formação de placa ateromatosa foi observada em dois espécimes (um espécime foi associado a acotovelamento), enquanto em outros três espécimes houve apenas variação na estrutura normal (acotovelamento/artéria tortuosa). A análise histológica mostrou macrófagos espumosos e calcificação densa, o que gerou uma impressão ateromatosa. CONCLUSÕES: Os estudos em cadáveres sobre localização, natureza e grau de formação de placa na aorta abdominal e em seus ramos são extremamente importantes para os cenários clínicos e as opções de tratamento.

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Abstract Background Aneurysms and atheromatous processes are prominent pathological features that are commonly associated with significant morbidity and mortality. Objectives This cadaveric study was conducted to evaluate the morphometric and histological aspects of atheromatous plaque formation in abdominal aortas and their branches and their associated morphological variations, if present, characterized by loops, kinking, or tortuosity. Methods The study was performed using 30 human cadavers (approx. 65-75 years). Frequency of occurrence of calcified plaques in the abdominal aorta and its branches and their morphometric measurements were noted and histological features were observed with the aid of Hematoxylin & Eosin staining. Results Variations in the abdominal aorta and the common iliac artery were observed in 16.6% of specimens. Atheromatous plaque formation was seen in 2 specimens (1 specimen was associated with kinking) while in 3 other specimens only variation in normal structure (kinking/ tortuous artery) was observed. Histological analysis showed foamy macrophages and dense calcification, giving an atheromatous appearance. Conclusions Cadaveric reports of the location, nature, and degree of plaque formation in the abdominal aorta and its branches are extremely important in clinical settings and for choosing treatment options.

Resumo Contexto Aneurismas e processos ateromatosos são características patológicas perceptíveis que costumam estar associadas a morbidade e mortalidade significativas. Objetivos Este estudo em cadáveres teve como objetivo avaliar os aspectos morfométricos e histológicos da formação de placa ateromatosa na aorta abdominal e em seus ramos com suas subsequentes variações morfológicas caracterizadas por enrolamentos, acotovelamentos ou tortuosidades, se presentes. Métodos O estudo foi realizado com 30 cadáveres humanos (aproximadamente 65-75 anos). Foi descrita a frequência de ocorrência de placas calcificadas na aorta abdominal e em seus ramos com as respectivas medidas morfométricas e características histológicas com auxílio da coloração por hematoxilina e eosina. Resultados Variações na aorta abdominal e na artéria ilíaca comum foram observadas em 16,6% dos espécimes. A formação de placa ateromatosa foi observada em dois espécimes (um espécime foi associado a acotovelamento), enquanto em outros três espécimes houve apenas variação na estrutura normal (acotovelamento/artéria tortuosa). A análise histológica mostrou macrófagos espumosos e calcificação densa, o que gerou uma impressão ateromatosa. Conclusões Os estudos em cadáveres sobre localização, natureza e grau de formação de placa na aorta abdominal e em seus ramos são extremamente importantes para os cenários clínicos e as opções de tratamento.

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Introduction: Atherosclerosis is a progressive inflammatory disease that can trigger serious medical consequences like acute myocardial infarction or stroke. Case Report: The purpose of this study is to report an unusual case of finding calcified atheromatous plaques in the carotid arteries bilaterally using a panoramic radiography (PR). A 75-year-old female with a morbid history, attends the Teaching Dental Clinic of the Pontifical Catholic University with complementary exams. PR showed well-defined radiopaque structures adjacent to C4. Using a Doppler ultrasound, the presence of calcified atheromas in the right and left carotid arteries were confirmed. The patient was informed of these findings and is currently under medical follow-up. Conclusion: PR is a useful complementary resource in the detection of atherosclerotic plaques of the upper carotid region.

Introducción: La aterosclerosis es una enfermedad inflamatoria progresiva que puede desencadenar graves consecuencias médicas como infarto agudo de miocardio o accidente cerebrovascular. Case Report: El propósito de este estudio es reportar un caso inusual de hallazgo de placas ateromatosas calcificadas en las arterias carótidas de forma bilateral mediante una radiografía panorámica. Mujer de 75 años con antecedentes mórbidos, acude a la Clínica Odontológica Docente de la Pontificia Universidad Católica con exámenes complementarios. La radiografía panorámica mostró estructuras radiopacas bien definidas adyacentes a C4. Mediante ecografía Doppler se confirmó la presencia de ateromas calcificados en las arterias carótidas derecha e izquierda. El paciente fue informado de estos hallazgos y actualmente se encuentra en seguimiento médico. Conclusión: La radiografía panorámica es un recurso complementario útil en la detección de placas ateroscleróticas de la región carotídea superior.

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Introducción: La aterosclerosis subclínica es predictora de eventos vasculares futuros y es diagnosticada por imágenes y biomarcadores sin que existan manifestaciones clínicas. Objetivo: Identificar los factores pronósticos asociados con la aterosclerosis subclínica en pacientes dislipidémicos. Método: Se realizó un estudio de cohorte en el Hospital Hermanos Ameijeiras en 1028 pacientes en el periodo de 2016 al 2019. Resultados: La existencia de placa de ateroma fue de 26,9 por ciento. Existieron diferencias significativas relacionadas al tabaquismo (30,0 por ciento vs 23,7 por ciento). En las variables lipídicas, el promedio de los valores de la LDLc fue superior en los pacientes con placa de ateroma y la relación CT/LDL fue mayor en los que no tienen esta alteración. La frecuencia de engrosamiento del complejo íntima-media mayor de 1,0 mm fue de 37,1 por ciento. Existieron diferencias significativas relacionadas al tabaquismo (30,4 por ciento vs 22,4 por ciento) y la presencia de HTA (56,7 por ciento vs 48,8 por ciento ) en las variables lipídicas el promedio de los valores de la HDLc fue superior en los pacientes sin aumento del grosor del complejo íntima-media y la elevación CT/HDL fue mayor en los que presentan dicha alteración. Conclusiones: Los factores que influyen de manera independiente en la probabilidad de formación de las placas de ateroma son la LDLc (elevada), la edad, los triglicéridos y el sexo masculino y los que influyen en la probabilidad para el engrosamiento del complejo íntima-media son la HDLc (baja), el tabaquismo, y la hipertensión arterial(AU)

Introduction: Subclinical atherosclerosis is a predictor of future vascular events and is diagnosed by imaging and biomarkers without any clinical manifestations. Objective: To identify the prognostic factors that are associated with subclinical atherosclerosis in dyslipidemic patients. Method: A cohort study was carried out at the Hermanos Ameijeiras Hospital in 1028 patients in the period from 2016 to 2019. Results: The existence of atheroma plaque was 26.9 percent. There were significant differences related to smoking (30.0 percent vs 23.7 percent). In the lipid variables, the average of the LDLc values ​​is higher in patients with atheroma plaque and the CT/LDL ratio is higher in those without this alteration. Regarding the frequency of thickening of the intima-media complex greater than 1.0 mm, it was 37.1 percent. There were significant differences related to smoking (30.4 percent vs 22.4 percent) and the presence of HTA (56.7 percent vs 48.8 percent in the lipid variables, the average of the HDLc values ​​is higher in the patients without an increase in the thickness of the intima-media complex and the CT/HDL elevation is greater in those with said alteration. Conclusions: The factors that independently influence the probability of atheroma plaque formation are LDLc (elevated), age, triglycerides and male sex, and those that influence the probability of thickening of the intima-media complex. They are HDLc (low), smoking, and high blood pressure(AU)

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OBJECTIVES: The purpose of the study was twofold: (1) to test the hypothesis that tooth loss is independently associated with carotid atherosclerotic burden (CAB) among individuals with ischemic stroke (IS) or transient ischemic attack (TIA) and (2) to test the association between tooth loss and disability following the occurrence of cerebral ischemia. MATERIALS AND METHODS: This observational study included 418 patients with IS or TIA. Tooth loss and the CAB were measured through a head and neck multidetector computed tomography angiography. CAB was analyzed in both common, internal, and external carotid arteries and classified in five levels of vascular occlusion. The modified Rankin Scale (mRS) was used to evaluate the functional outcome at patient discharge. Health records provided information on sociodemographic and medical covariates. The association between CAB and tooth loss, as well as between tooth loss and subtypes of cerebral ischemia were estimated through Poisson regression. Cox regression was carried out to evaluate the association between tooth loss and the mRS, with α = 5%. RESULTS: Mean age was 65.6 ± 13.8 years, with 52.4% males. Multivariate analyses revealed that severe tooth loss (> 23 missing teeth) was independently associated with CAB ≥ 50% (PR = 2.86, 95% CI = 1.19-6.89) and mRS scores (> 2) (HR = 1.97, 95% CI = 1.10-3.75). CONCLUSION: Tooth loss was independently associated with CAB and predicted a poorer functional outcome among IS and TIA patients. CLINICAL RELEVANCE: Clinical assessment of tooth loss may provide important information on risk for CAB and poorer functional outcome among stroke patients.

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OBJECTIVE: To determine the diagnostic accuracy of panoramic radiography (PR) in detecting calcified carotid artery atheroma (CCAA) compared with Doppler ultrasonography or angiography (the reference standard). SOURCES: Cochrane, LILACS, PubMed, Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, Open Grey, and ProQuest were searched. The reference lists of the included studies were also screened. DATA: Observational studies. METHODS: Only studies comparing the diagnostic accuracy of PR in detecting CCAA to Doppler ultrasonography or angiography (the reference standard) were included. The primary outcome measures were sensitivity and specificity. The secondary outcomes were negative predictive values, positive predictive values, diagnostic odds ratios, likelihood ratios (positive and negative), receiver operating characteristic curves, accuracy, and Youden's index. Two reviewers independently participated in the study selection, data extraction, and risk of bias assessment without language restriction. Risk of bias was assessed thought QUADAS-2, and the level of evidence was assessed through GRADE. RESULTS: A total of 773 citations were identified after duplicates were removed, and 12 studies including 1002 patients were included in the final study. The sensitivity and specificity of the different selected studies varied substantially, with sensitivity ranging from 0.31 to 0.95 and specificity from 0.19 to 0.99. CONCLUSIONS: Most studies reported excellent sensitivity and good specificity. The diagnostic accuracy of PR was good or excellent in 50% of the studies. CLINICAL SIGNIFICANCE: The identification of CCAA by PR can be a risk predictor for stroke when used as a secondary screening tool.

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The aim of this study was to determine the prevalence of common carotid artery calcifications (CCAC) detected by panoramic radiographs (PR) in the population and main risk factors with review of the literature. Furthermore, the reliability of PR was verified to detect these calcifications. CCAC detected on PR was powerful markers for future cardiovascular or cerebrovascular events. We found that the prevalence of CCAC identified by PR may range from 0.43% to 9.4%, depending on the age and lifestyle of the population studied. In individuals with systemic diseases the prevalence was higher than in the general population, reaching up to 38.8%. The radiopaque masses compatible with CCAC identified by PR were more common in women and occurred unilaterally or both sides, without preference for one or the other. According to the literature reviewed PR had low sensitivity and acceptable accuracy for detecting CCAC. We conclude that calcified atheroma in the common carotid artery can be demonstrated in PR, and this is an important tool for early detection of CCAC. However, it is always necessary to refer the patient to a cardiology service to confirm the findings, determine the real extent of the disease and establish its corresponding treatment.

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A radiografia panorâmica continua sendo o exame mais solicitado pelo cirurgião dentista. Com certa frequência, o Radiologista pode observar a presença de imagens radiopacas localizadas em áreas de tecido mole. Dentre tantas estruturas anatômicas e entidades patológica que fornecem tais imagens, a imagem de um ateroma, calcificação na artéria carótida, e dascartilagens tritíceas, localizadas nos ligamentos tireohioideos, fornecem imagens na radiografia panorâmica muito semelhante quanto ao tamanho, à forma, à radiopacidade e, principalmente,à localização, região do pescoço no espaço intervertebral C3 e C4. Com base na literatura e ocorrência de casos nas Clínicas de Radiologia da Faculdade de Odontologia de Piracicaba- UNICAMP e Faculdade de Odontologia da PUC-Minas, o objetivo deste trabalho é elucidar os profissionais no procedimento de diagnóstico dessas condições, permitindo identificar pacientes de risco em desenvolver doença encéfalo vascular.

Panoramic radiography remains the most requested examination by a dentist. Not infrequently, the radiologist can observe the presence of radiopaque images located in areas of soft tissue. Among many anatomical and pathological entities that provide such images, the image of an atheroma, calcification inthe carotid artery, and cartilage tritici, located in the ligaments tireohioideos provide images in panoramic radiography very similarin size, shape, and the radiopacity mainly to the location, the neck intervertebral space C3 and C4. Based on the literature and the occurrence of cases in the Clinic of Radiology, Facultyof Dentistry of Piracicaba - UNICAMP and Faculty of Dentistry, PUC-Minas, the aim of this study is to elucidate the professional diagnostic procedure in these conditions, to identify patients a trisk develop brain vascular disease.

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Estudos recentes sugeriram associação entre doença periodontal e doenças cardiovasculares e respiratórias. O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar a presença de bactérias periodontopatogênicas em placas ateromatosas humanas. Foram incluídos no estudo 24 pacientes de ambos os sexos, 40-60 anos de idade, internados na UTI do Hospital Nossa Senhora da Conceição em Tubarão-SC com indicação para endarterectomia. Após a coleta das placas ateromatosas, procedeu-se a identificação de sete diferentes espécies bacterianas periodontopatógenos por meio da reação em cadeia da polimerase em tempo real (RT-PCR). Para realização da análise estatistica foi verificada a associação entre as duas variáveis qualitativas nominais (presença ou ausência de bácterias X tipo de bactérias) por meio do teste Qui-quadrado, com nível designificância de 5 %. Os resultados desse trabalho mostraram haver associação entre presença ou ausência de bactérias e dos diferentes tipos de bactérias nos ateromas analisados (p = 0001). Dos ateromas avaliados 75% apresentaram Porphyromonas gingivalis., 58,3% Treponema denticola., 37,5% apresentaram Fusobacteriumnucleatum., 33,3% Prevotella intermedia., 20,8% Agreggatibacter actinomycetencomitanse. 0,4% de Prevotella nigrescens. Esses achados permitem concluir que bactérias periodontopatogênicas apresentam a capacidade de invadir a parede das artérias, podendo ter papel significativo no desenvolvimento ou ruptura das placas ateroescleróticas.

Recent studies suggested an association between periodontal disease and cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. The aim of this study was to investigate the presence of periodontopathogens in human atherosclerotic plaque. It were included in this study 24 non-smoking patients, both genders, 40-60 years, admitted at intensive unit care with indication of endarterectomy. After collection of carotid samples containing the lesions, the identification of seven different bacterial species was performed by real time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). For statistical analysis, the association between two nominal qualitative variables (presence or absence of bactérias vs. bacterial specieis) was verified by Chi-squared test, with a 5% significance level. The results obtained showed an association between the presence or absence and bacterial species found in atheroma (p= .0001). Among the atheroma examined, 75% showed the presence of Porphyromonas gingivalis, 58.3% showed Treponema denticola, 37.5% showed Fusobacteriumnucleatum, 33.3% showed Prevotella intermedia, 20.8% Agreggatibacter actinomycetencomitans and 0.4% Prevotella nigrescens. These findings suggest that periodontopatoghens are capable of invading artery wall and could play a significant role in the development or rupture of atherosclerotic lesions.

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Estudos recentes sugeriram associação entre doença periodontal e doenças cardiovasculares e respiratórias. O objetivo deste estudo foi investigar a presença de bactérias periodontopatogênicas em placas ateromatosas humanas. Foram incluídos no estudo 24 pacientes de ambos os sexos, 40-60 anos de idade, internados na UTI do Hospital Nossa Senhora da Conceição em Tubarão-SC com indicação para endarterectomia. Após a coleta das placas ateromatosas, procedeu-se a identificação de sete diferentes espécies bacterianas periodontopatógenos por meio da reação em cadeia da polimerase em tempo real (RT-PCR). Para realização da análise estatistica foi verificada a associação entre as duas variáveis qualitativas nominais (presença ou ausência de bácterias X tipo de bactérias) por meio do teste Qui-quadrado, com nível designificância de 5 %. Os resultados desse trabalho mostraram haver associação entre presença ou ausência de bactérias e dos diferentes tipos de bactérias nos ateromas analisados (p = 0001). Dos ateromas avaliados 75% apresentaram Porphyromonas gingivalis., 58,3% Treponema denticola., 37,5% apresentaram Fusobacteriumnucleatum., 33,3% Prevotella intermedia., 20,8% Agreggatibacter actinomycetencomitanse. 0,4% de Prevotella nigrescens. Esses achados permitem concluir que bactérias periodontopatogênicas apresentam a capacidade de invadir a parede das artérias, podendo ter papel significativo no desenvolvimento ou ruptura das placas ateroescleróticas.

Recent studies suggested an association between periodontal disease and cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. The aim of this study was to investigate the presence of periodontopathogens in human atherosclerotic plaque. It were included in this study 24 non-smoking patients, both genders, 40-60 years, admitted at intensive unit care with indication of endarterectomy. After collection of carotid samples containing the lesions, the identification of seven different bacterial species was performed by real time polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR). For statistical analysis, the association between two nominal qualitative variables (presence or absence of bactérias vs. bacterial specieis) was verified by Chi-squared test, with a 5% significance level. The results obtained showed an association between the presence or absence and bacterial species found in atheroma (p= .0001). Among the atheroma examined, 75% showed the presence of Porphyromonas gingivalis, 58.3% showed Treponema denticola, 37.5% showed Fusobacteriumnucleatum, 33.3% showed Prevotella intermedia, 20.8% Agreggatibacter actinomycetencomitans and 0.4% Prevotella nigrescens. These findings suggest that periodontopatoghens are capable of invading artery wall and could play a significant role in the development or rupture of atherosclerotic lesions.

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O acidente vascular cerebral (AVC) tem-se destacado como uma síndrome frequente nas sociedades ocidentais, onde 50% das mortes entre idosos estão associadas a esta condição. A presença de ateromas carotídeos contribui para seus altos índices de prevalência, e o seu diagnóstico precoce pode contribuir significativamente para a redução dos AVCs. A rotina odontológica atual necessita, cada vez mais, de exames de imagem, tais como radiografias panorâmicas e exames tomográficos de face, que podem mostrar, mesmo não intencionalmente, a presença de ateromas carotídeos. Assim, foi realizada uma revisão não sistemática de artigos nas línguas portuguesa e inglesa nas bases de dados PubMed, BBO, LILACS, MEDLINE e SciELO, publicados no período de 1994 a 2009, utilizando, para as buscas, os unitermos "Panorâmica" (Panoramic), "Ateroma" (Atheroma) e "AVC" (Stroke). Nessa revisão, enfatiza-se que as radiografias panorâmicas e as tomografias solicitadas pelo cirurgião-dentista rotineiramente podem delatar precocemente a presença de ateromas carotídeos, que pode ajudar a prevenir ou tratar precocemente arteriopatias graves quando são assintomáticas. Assim, a divulgação entre os cirurgiões dentistas da possibilidade de diagnóstico precoce de ateromas por meio de exames de imagem odontológicos rotineiros emerge juntamente com a prática de uma odontologia holística.

Strokes are frequent syndromes in occidental society, where 50% of deaths among older people are stroke associated. Presence of carotidic atheromas increases its prevalence index. Otherwise, early diagnosis of atheromas can significantly contribute to reduction of strokes. Modern dentistry routine needs more and more image examination such as panoramic radiographs and facial tomographic examination, that can show, even unwanted, presence of carotidic atheroma. Thus it was realized a non systematic review in Portuguese and English languages in PubMed, BBO, LILACS, MEDLINE and SciELO database, searching articles published between 1994 and 2009, using as keywords "Atheroma", "Stroke" and "Panoramic". On this review, authors emphasize that panoramic radiographs and tomographs daily solicited by dentist can accuse early presence of carotidic atheromas. So, this exams can help to prevent or treat early serious arteryopaties in moments of absence of symptomatology. Then, divulgation among dentists of possibility of early atheromas' diagnosis by routine dentistry image examination and comes together to holistic dentistry.

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The aortic arch branches variations have called the attention of several authors, who have handled studies and classifications, both human and in different animals. The common trunk, which is between the brachiocephalic trunk and the common left carotid artery, is the most common variation. We conducted a descriptive and randomized study of the presence of the trunk mentioned before, trying to establish the possible relationship between this variation and the distribution plates of atheroma. The lumen observation makes it possible to define and check the distribution of the ostium, among the common ostium and the ones with common trunks. Regarding the plates of atheroma, it was found that there is a slight prevalence in common trunks cases, with respect to the classics (no variety) or the ones who had common ostium. In all cases, the presence of a plaque in the distal aortic arch was certified near the left subclavian artery. The knowledge of the existence of the common trunk sets up an act of academic interest, as practice interventions and diagnostic imaging and clinical work, since the presence of the common trunk might be related to the prevalence of the plates of atheroma at the level of its origin.

Las variaciones de las ramas del arco aórtico han llamado la atención de diversos autores, quienes han realizados estudios y clasificaciones, tanto en humanos, como en diferentes animales. El tronco común, entre el tronco braquiocefálico y la arteria carótida común izquierda, es la variación más frecuente. Realizamos un estudio descriptivo y randomizado de la presencia del mencionado tronco, tratando de verificar la posible relación entre dicha variación y la distribución de placas de ateroma. La observación luminal permitió precisar, entre los casos de ostios comunes y aquellos con troncos comunes, y comprobar la distribución de los ostios. En cuanto a las placas de ateroma, se observó una leve prevalencia en los casos de troncos comunes respecto de los clásicos (sin variedad) o de los que presentaron ostios comunes. En todos los casos se verificó la presencia de una placa en el arco aórtico distal, inmediato a la arteria subclavia izquierda. El conocimiento de la existencia del tronco común, constituye un hecho de interés académico, como práctico en intervencionismo, diagnóstico por imagen y la clínica. La presencia del tronco común pareciera estar relacionada con cierta prevalencia de placas de ateroma a nivel de su origen.

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Introducción: la infección y la inflamación crónica han sido implicadas como agentes etiológicos para la ateraesclerasis (ATE). Varios estudios han relacionado a la infección por H. Pylori (HP) con la EC, especialmente con los linajes mas virulentos (linaje Cag A). Objetivo: demostrar la presencia del HP en placas de endarterectomías, utilizando una técnica Inmunohistoquimica (lHQ) específica que revela una reacción Ag-Ac mediante un cromógeno. Material y Métodos: se estudiaron 34 placas ATE de distintos territorios vasculares. Se fijaron en formol descalcificándolas en ácido fórmico según necesidad. Fueron incluidos en parafina, cortados y coloreados con H-E y técnicas de IHQ específicas para HP. Luego fueron desparafinados y tratados térmicamente con una solución de recuperación antigénica (lnmuno DNA Retriever with Citrate) utilizando olla a presión. La IHQ se efectuó con un sistema de alta sensibilidad Biotina-Estreptavidina-Peroxidasa-DAB). La observación morfológica evaluó células inflamatorias mononucleares y la identificación de la bacteria en la pared o la luz vascular. Resultados: de los 34 casos estudiados, en 14 se pudo identificar el bacilo en sus diferentes formas (41,17%), asociado a signos de inflamación crónica. Conclusión: el HP estuvo presente en un número sustancial de lesiones ATE y se asoció con inflamación. Estudios recientes sugieren que la presencia de Hp, demostrada por técnicas de IHQ, potenciaría los FR para ATE, induciendo una respuesta celular inflamatoria crónica por irritación persistente de la pared arterial.

Introduction: In general, infection and chronic inflammation have be en implied as etiologic agents for atherosclerosis and in particular coronary illness (CI). Several studies have correlated the infection of Helicobacter pylori with CI, especially with virulent strains (lineage Cag A). Objective: Demonstrate the immunohistochemical presence of H. Pylori in atherosclerotic plaques obtained from endarterectomy of different vascular regions. Material and methods: 34 atherosclerotic plaques of different vascular areas were studied, (25 men and 9 women). The tissues were fixed with 10% neutral buffered-formalin and decalcifying in formic acid 5% was used when necessary. The tissue sections were included in paraffin, cut and colored with H&E and subjected to Immunohistochemistry (lHC) of H.Pylori. Briefly, tissues were deparaffinized and thermally treated with a citrate-based solution of antigenic retrieval (lmmunoDNA Retriever with Citrate, BlO SB, Santa Barbara, CA) using a water bath at 95°C for 1 hour. The IHC was conducted using a high sensitivity BiotinStreptavidin-HRP-DAB IHC system (lmmunoDetector HRPIDAB, BlO SB). The microscopic observation evaluated the' presence of mononuclear inflammatory cells and the identification of the bacteria in the wall or the vascular lumen. Results: Of the 34 cases studied 14 were positive, where one could identify the bacillus in their different forms (41, 17%) associated with chronic inflammation.

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