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Raimondi L, De Luca A, Gallo A, Perna F, Cuscino N, Cordaro A, Costa V, Bellavia D, Faldini C, Scilabra SD, Giavaresi G, Toscano A. Investigating the Differential Circulating microRNA Expression in Adolescent Females with Severe Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Proof-of-Concept Observational Clinical Study. Int J Mol Sci 2024; 25:570. [PMID: 38203740 PMCID: PMC10779108 DOI: 10.3390/ijms25010570] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2023] [Revised: 12/28/2023] [Accepted: 12/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/12/2024] Open
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Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) is the most common form of three-dimensional spinal disorder in adolescents between the ages of 10 and 18 years of age, most commonly diagnosed in young women when severe disease occurs. Patients with AIS are characterized by abnormal skeletal growth and reduced bone mineral density. The etiology of AIS is thought to be multifactorial, involving both environmental and genetic factors, but to date, it is still unknown. Therefore, it is crucial to further investigate the molecular pathogenesis of AIS and to identify biomarkers useful for predicting curve progression. In this perspective, the relative abundance of a panel of microRNAs (miRNAs) was analyzed in the plasma of 20 AIS patients and 10 healthy controls (HC). The data revealed a significant group of circulating miRNAs dysregulated in AIS patients compared to HC. Further bioinformatic analyses evidenced a more restricted expression of some miRNAs exclusively in severe AIS females. These include some members of the miR-30 family, which are considered promising regulators for treating bone diseases. We demonstrated circulating extracellular vesicles (EVs) from severe AIS females contained miR-30 family members and decreased the osteogenic differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells. Proteomic analysis of EVs highlighted the expression of proteins associated with orthopedic disease. This study provides preliminary evidence of a miRNAs signature potentially associated with severe female AIS and suggests the corresponding vesicular component may affect cellular mechanisms crucial in AIS, opening the scenario for in-depth studies on prognostic differences related to gender and grade.
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- Lavinia Raimondi
- Scienze e Tecnologie Chirurgiche, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via di Barbiano, 1/10, 40136 Bologna, Italy; (L.R.)
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- Scienze e Tecnologie Chirurgiche, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via di Barbiano, 1/10, 40136 Bologna, Italy; (L.R.)
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- Dipartimento di Ricerca, IRCCS ISMETT (Istituto Mediterraneo per i Trapianti e Terapie ad Alta Specializzazione), 90127 Palermo, Italy
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- Ortopedia Generale, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via di Barbiano, 1/10, 40136 Bologna, Italy (A.T.)
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- Dipartimento di Ricerca, IRCCS ISMETT (Istituto Mediterraneo per i Trapianti e Terapie ad Alta Specializzazione), 90127 Palermo, Italy
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- Scienze e Tecnologie Chirurgiche, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via di Barbiano, 1/10, 40136 Bologna, Italy; (L.R.)
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- Scienze e Tecnologie Chirurgiche, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via di Barbiano, 1/10, 40136 Bologna, Italy; (L.R.)
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- Scienze e Tecnologie Chirurgiche, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via di Barbiano, 1/10, 40136 Bologna, Italy; (L.R.)
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- Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica I, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via di Barbiano, 1/10, 40136 Bologna, Italy
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- Fondazione Ri.MED, Dipartimento di Ricerca IRCCS ISMETT, Via Ernesto Tricomi 5, 90145 Palermo, Italy
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- Scienze e Tecnologie Chirurgiche, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via di Barbiano, 1/10, 40136 Bologna, Italy; (L.R.)
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- Ortopedia Generale, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via di Barbiano, 1/10, 40136 Bologna, Italy (A.T.)
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Delogu G, Morena D, Tortorella V, Perna F, Arcangeli M, Rinaldi R. First Case of Medically Assisted Suicide in Italy Set New Legal Perspectives. Clin Ter 2024; 175:7-10. [PMID: 38358470 DOI: 10.7417/ct.2024.5026] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/16/2024]
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Abstract The first act of assisted suicide in Italy was recently carried out. This event is an absolute novelty for the country, affected by recent legislative changes aimed only at introducing the right to interrupt health treatments and, therefore, carry out exclusively omissive end-of-life acts. These normative provisions lay their foundations in a cultural context centered on the protection of the right to life and health; however, the cases that have occurred over time, including the famous story of DJ Fabo, have led the Constitutional Court to re-evaluate these dictates, introducing in 2019 the right to resort to assisted suicide procedures within well-defined areas, including incurability of the condition, the serious suffering of the individual and the retained ability to stand trial. The case addressed concerns a quadriplegic subject who was the victim of a road accident. Following consultation with a specialized institution, the subject made the decision to undergo an assisted sui-cide procedure in Italy. Having obtained the authorization from the competent authorities, he started a fundraiser to finance the devices and drugs required and, finally, he died. The opening by Italy towards the assisted suicide procedure represents a great step towards a broad context, as well as a decisive act for the purpose of protecting the right to self-determination of the individual. However, the current legislative framework presents significant criticalities and shortcomings. In first place, the dissonance between the laws in force and the judicial sentences is likely to generate problems of uneven application of the rules in a country dominated by the principle of Civil Law. Furthermore, the need for the applicant to fully self-finance the procedure clearly clashes with the constitutional principle of free access to care. Then emerges the need for a guideline document regarding the completion of the procedure itself, the times, methods and drugs implied, in order to significantly reduce the decision-making process by the ethics committees that still weighs on each individual case. Finally, conside-ring what has been observed on the subject of voluntary termination of pregnancy, it is necessary to ask what will be the general orientation of the doctors called to perform the act and whether they will be given the opportunity to express their refusal. The case analyzed could represent the beginning of a new era for Italian culture, but the large-scale application of assisted suicide procedures requires the introduction of legislative provisions that definitively eliminate the critical issues that have emerged so far.
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- G Delogu
- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic and Orthopaedical Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic and Orthopaedical Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic and Orthopaedical Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic and Orthopaedical Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Life, Health and Environmental Sciences, University of L'Aquila, L'Aquila, Italy
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- Department of Anatomical, Histological, Forensic and Orthopaedical Sciences, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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Fassini GM, De Simone A, Iacopino S, Bianchi S, Bencardino G, Pecora D, Iuliano A, Moltrasio M, Rossi P, Perna F, La Greca C, Placentino F, Riva S, Tondo C, Stabile G. Novel cryo-balloon technology for a successful pulmonary vein isolation: acute outcome and follow-up from a large multicenter Italian clinical setting. Europace 2022. [DOI: 10.1093/europace/euac053.217] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Abstract
Funding Acknowledgements
Type of funding sources: None.
Background
Complete electrical pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) by cryo-balloon approach is a well-established ablation strategy of atrial fibrillation (AF). Recently, a new cryoablation system (POLARx) with unique features has been made available for clinical use. To date, limited data exist on acute and follow-up outcome of this system in a multicentric clinical practice.
Purpose
We reported the preliminary experience of this novel technology in a multicenter Italian registry.
Methods
Consecutive patients (pts) undergoing AF ablation from the CHARISMA registry at 6 Italian centres were included. Protocol-directed cryoablation was delivered for 180 sec or 240 sec according to operator’s preference for isolation achieved in ≤60 sec, or 240 sec if isolation occurred >60 sec or when time to isolation (TTI) was not available. The ablation endpoint was PV isolation as assessed by entrance and exit block. Rhythm monitoring during the follow-up examinations was performed via the clinical assessment of AF recurrence, ECG and Holter monitoring, according to the clinical practice of each center. All patients were followed-up for at least 6 months after the procedure. Arrhythmia recurrences within the first 3 months (blanking period) were classified as early recurrences and were not considered procedural failures
Results
Six-hundred twenty-four cryoapplications from 112 pts (439 PVs) were analyzed (n=89, 79.5% paroxysmal AF, n=23, 20.5% persistent AF, mean age 61.5±9 years, 76% male, 22% with an history of AT, mean LVEF 49±10%). PVI was achieved in all pts using only cryoablation. The mean number of freeze applications per pt was 5.6±2.1 (1.4±1.2 for LSPV, 1.5±1.1 for LIPV, 1.3±0.8 for RSPV and 1.3±0.8 for RIPV), with 318 (72.4%) PVs treated with a single cryoablation (92, 21% with 2 cryoablation; 29, 6.6% with more than 2 cryoablations). Fourty-four (39.3%) pts were treated with a single application to each of the PVs. Over a median of 296[245 to 382] days of follow-up, five (4.5%) patients experienced an early recurrence of AF/AT during the 90-day blanking period. Overall, 12 patients (10.7%) suffered an AF/AT recurrence after the 90-day blanking period (median time to recurrence 200[124 to 297] days). Specifically, 8 (7.1%) patients had AF recurrence only, 3 (2.7%) had AT recurrence only and 1 (0.9%) experienced both events. One (0.9%) patient underwent a repeated ablation procedure. The proportion of patients exhibiting AF/AT recurrences was similar between AF types (10 out 89, 11.2% for paroxysmal AF vs 2 out 23, 8.7% for persistent AF, p=1.00) with a hazard ratio of 0.9 (95%CI: 0.2 to 3.9, log-rank p=0.8894). One transient phrenic nerve palsy was observed, with full recovery in the 48-h post procedure; no major procedure-related adverse events were reported.
Conclusion
In this first multicentric experience, the novel cryo-balloon system proved to be safe and effective and resulted in a very low rate of AF/AT recurrence during follow-up.
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- GM Fassini
- Cardiology Center Monzino (IRCCS), Arrhythmology Unit, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Italy
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- Giovanni Calibita Fatebenefratelli Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCSS, Rome, Italy
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- Poliambulanza Foundation Hospital Institute of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- San Michele Clinic, Maddaloni, Italy
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- Cardiology Center Monzino (IRCCS), Arrhythmology Unit, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Giovanni Calibita Fatebenefratelli Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCSS, Rome, Italy
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- Poliambulanza Foundation Hospital Institute of Brescia, Brescia, Italy
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- Cardiology Center Monzino (IRCCS), Arrhythmology Unit, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- Cardiology Center Monzino (IRCCS), Arrhythmology Unit, University of Milan, Milan, Italy
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- San Michele Clinic, Maddaloni, Italy
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Segreti L, Maggio R, Bencardino G, Izzo G, De Lucia R, Notaristefano F, Ricciardi G, Rossi P, Giannotti Santoro M, Ferraro A, Perna F, Solimene F, Stocco C, Malacrida M, Bongiorni M. Local impedance characteristics and advanced mapping capabilities to better understand pulmonary veins reconnections during repeat AF ablation procedures: insight from the CHARISMA registry. Eur Heart J 2021. [DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehab724.0515] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Background
Detailed characterization of pulmonary veins (PV) reconnection during repeat AF ablation through high-density mapping (HDM) and local impedance (LI) algorithm is still lacking.
Purpose
We aimed to characterize PV gaps and underlying electrical activity during and after ablation of PVs in AF patients (pts).
Methods
Consecutive patients (pts) undergoing redo AF ablation from the CHARISMA registry with complete characterization of PV gaps (PVG) at 8 Italian centers were included. Rhythmia mapping system was used to map the left atrium and PVs before and after ablation. LI characteristics were collected through a RF ablation catheter equipped with a dedicated LI algorithm (DirectSense). A novel map analysis tool (Lumipoint) that automatically identifies split potentials and continuous activation was used sequentially on each PV component, in order to better assess PVG. Each PVG was characterized in terms of LI and its variations during the procedure. Ablation endpoint was PVI as assessed by entrance and exit block.
Results
Fifty PVGs were automatically identified through the Lumipoint tool in 23 cases, mostly at anterior sites (21, 42%), followed by posterior (15, 30%) and carina (10, 20%) sites. One PVG was identified in 7 (28%) pts, 2 gaps in 10 (43.5%) pts and >2 gaps in 6 (26.1%) pts. The mean LI at PVG sites was 111.3±12Ω prior to ablation: it was significantly higher than LI at scar tissue closer to PVG (99.3±8Ω, p<0.0001) but was significantly lower than LI at healthy tissue (120.8±11Ω, p=0.0015). The mean linear extension of PVGs detected through Lumipoint was significantly lower than the one recognized through voltage map (11.5±8 mm vs 13.3±9 mm, p=0.01) whereas was comparable to the one identified through conventional activation map (11.8±7 mm, p=0.1161 vs Lumipoint). Complete identification of the whole area of PVG was achieved in 31 (62%) and 42 (84%) cases through voltage and activation map, respectively whereas the identification was only partial in 18 (36%) and 7 (14%) cases, respectively. In 1 case both voltage and activation map failed to identify a PVG. No complications during the procedures were reported. All PVs were successfully isolated in all study pts.
Conclusion
Advanced mapping capabilities were useful to pinpoint the search for PVGs, enabling a more targeted ablation approach vs relying on voltage mapping. LI values correlated well with PVGs characteristics and they significantly differ from both scar and healthy tissue.
Funding Acknowledgement
Type of funding sources: None.
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- L Segreti
- Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, Pisa, Italy
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- Degli Infermi Hospital, Rivoli, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart - Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Ospedale del Mare, Naples, Italy
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- Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, Pisa, Italy
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- Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- S.Giovanni Calibita Fatebenefratelli Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Degli Infermi Hospital, Rivoli, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart - Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Rome, Italy
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- Montevergine Cardiology Clinic, Mercogliano, Italy
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- Azienda Ospedaliero Universitaria Pisana, Pisa, Italy
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Narducci M, Scacciavillani R, Pinnacchio G, Bencardino G, Perna F, Comerci G, Campisi M, Ceccarelli I, Pavone C, Spera F, Bisignani A, Crea F, Pelargonio G. The potential impact of acute coronary syndromes on automatic sensing system in Subcutaneous-ICDs. Int J Cardiol Heart Vasc 2021; 35:100841. [PMID: 34345651 PMCID: PMC8319739 DOI: 10.1016/j.ijcha.2021.100841] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2021] [Revised: 07/02/2021] [Accepted: 07/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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75 patients with ACS or CCS underwent S-ICD screening upon arrival and after PCI. Before PCI, STEMI patients had lower screening pass rates than NSTE-ACS ones STEMI was the only predictor of screening failure at multivariate regression analysis. Patient selection and dynamic device programming are fundamental in ischemic subjects
Background The Subcutaneous-ICD (S-ICD) is emerging as a suitable option for most ICD candidates, however some open issues regarding the sensing algorithm still remain. Objectives We aimed to examine the performance of the S-ICD sensing algorithm in patients hospitalized for ST elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), non ST elevation acute coronary syndrome (NSTE-ACS) or chronic coronary syndrome (CCS), before and after revascularization. Methods We performed a S-ICD automated screening on 75 patients, 21 hospitalized for STEMI, 23 for NSTE-ACS and 31 for CCS, before and after percutaneous revascularization, regardless their eligibility to ICD implantation. Results Patients did not differ in clinical, electrocardiographic and echocardiographic parameters. Rates of screening pass were significantly lower in STEMI patients compared to NSTE-ACS and CCS (5% vs 56.7% vs 81% respectively, p < .0001). The viability of the primary vector was lower in STEMI patients compared to NSTE-ACS and CCS (33% vs 56% vs 71%, p .027 respectively). After revascularization, there were no more significant differences between groups. Pairing subjects at baseline and after revascularization, STEMI subjects percentages of screening success were respectively 5% and 81% (p < .001) and the rates of primary vector viability were 33% and 81% (p .002). STEMI was the only independent predictor of screening failure at multivariate logistic regression analysis (odds ratio 10.68 confidence interval 2.77–41.38, p = .001) Conclusion The performance of the S-ICD and possible malfunction detections in the context of an acute ischemic event deserve further evaluation. Adequate patient selection and the development of dynamic device programming are warranted.
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- M.L. Narducci
- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
- Corresponding authors at: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Rome 00168, Italy.
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
- Corresponding authors at: Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Rome 00168, Italy.
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
- Cardiology Institute, Catholic University of Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Cardiovascular Sciences, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS, Largo Agostino Gemelli, 8, Roma, Italy
- Cardiology Institute, Catholic University of Sacred Heart, Rome, Italy
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Tondo C, Stabile G, Filannino P, Moltrasio M, De Simone A, Artale P, Fassini G, La Rocca V, Bianchi S, Perna F, Tundo F, Colella J, Iuliano A, Malacrida M, Iacopino S. Novel cryo-balloon ablation technology for pulmonary vein isolation in patients with atrial fibrillation: preliminary experience from a multicenter clinical practice. Europace 2021. [DOI: 10.1093/europace/euab116.201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Abstract
Funding Acknowledgements
Type of funding sources: None.
Background
Complete electrical pulmonary vein isolation (PVI) by cryo-balloon approach is a well-established ablation strategy of atrial fibrillation (AF). Recently, a new cryoablation system (POLARx) with unique features has been made available for clinical use. To date, no data exist on procedural characteristics of this system in a multicentric clinical practice.
Purpose
We aimed to characterize the initial experience of this technology in the Italian clinical practice.
Methods
Consecutive patients (pts) undergoing AF ablation from the CHARISMA registry at 5 Italian centres were included. Protocol-directed cryoablation was delivered for 180 sec or 240 sec according to operator’s preference for isolation achieved in ≤60 sec, or 240 sec if isolation occurred >60 sec or when time to isolation (TTI) was not available. The ablation endpoint was PV isolation as assessed by entrance and exit block.
Results
Two-hundred sixty-two cryoapplications from 49 pts (194 PVs) were analyzed. PVI was achieved with cryoablation only in all pts. The mean number of freeze applications per pt was 5.3 ± 1.5 (1.3 ± 0.6 for LIPV, LSPV and RSPV, 1.6 ± 1.3 for RIPV), with 143 (73.7%) PVs treated in a single-shot fashion (38, 19.6% with 2 shots; 13, 6.7% with more than 2 shots). Sixteen (33%) pts were treated with a single freeze to each of the PVs. The mean nadir temperature was -55.5 ± 6.9 °C and was colder than -50°C in 83% of the PVs. TTI information was evaluable in 120 (46%) cryoapplications with a median TTI of 47 [32-75] sec (median temperature at TTI = -49 [-53 to -42] °C). The mean time to target -40 °C (TTT) was 30.1 ± 6.9 sec with a TTT < 60 sec achieved in 99.2% of the cryoapplications; the mean thaw time to 0 °C was 18.6 ± 5.8 sec (thaw time >15 sec in 70.3% of the cryoapplications). The mean PV occlusion grade (rank 1-4) was 3.6 ± 0.6 (grade 2 in 5.2% of the cases, grade 3 in 25.6% and grade 4 in 69.2%). No complications were observed at 30 days post-procedure.
Conclusion
In this first multicentric experience in a clinical practice setting, the novel cryo-balloon system proved to be safe and effective and resulted in a high proportion of successful single-freeze isolation. Cooling parameters seem to be slightly different from reference cryo-balloon technology.
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- C Tondo
- Centro Cardiologico Monzino, IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Casa di cura San Michele, Maddaloni, Italy
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- Centro Cardiologico Monzino, IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Italy
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- Centro Cardiologico Monzino, IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Casa di cura San Michele, Maddaloni, Italy
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- Giovanni Calibita Fatebenefratelli Hospital, Rome, Italy
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- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Gemelli IRCCS, Catholic University, Rome, Italy
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- Centro Cardiologico Monzino, IRCCS, Milan, Italy
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- Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Italy
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- Casa di cura San Michele, Maddaloni, Italy
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- Maria Cecilia Hospital, Cotignola, Italy
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Persampieri S, Bergonti M, Gasperetti A, Narducci M, Perna F, Catto V, Carbucicchio C, Di Biase L, Basso C, Andreini D, Natale A, Dello Russo A, Pelargonio G, Tondo C, Casella M. Late gadolinium enhancement location and transcatheter ablation efficacy in a large cohort of patients affected by myocarditis with arrhythmic manifestation. Eur Heart J 2020. [DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/ehaa946.0413] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Abstract
Introduction
Myocarditis is a complex inflammatory disease, usually secondary to viral infections or immune system dysregulation, with extremely heterogeneous clinical manifestations. Among them, potentially life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias (VA) may present at any stage of the disease as an expression of myocardial electrical instability.
Purpose
Our aim was to evaluate the efficacy of radiofrequency catheter ablation (RFCA) of VA in our large cohort of myocarditis, trying to understand the predictors of RFCA success.
Methods and results
144 patients (61 men; age 43 [29–54] years) with history of myocarditis with arrhythmic presentation (118 biopsy-proven, 82%) composed our population. At presentation, 26% of patients suffered of ventricular tachycardia (VT) while in 17% cardiac arrest occurred: overall 49 patients (35%) were implanted with an ICD. The median left ventricular ejection fraction (LVEF) was 58% (48–61%). An intensive non-invasive and invasive work-up was performed: 104 patients underwent cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) that showed late gadolinium enhancement (LGE) in 67 of them (63%). In 37 patients LGE was found in the anteroseptal portion of the left ventricle: this pattern showed association with major arrhythmic relapse (VT and ventricular fibrillation) during follow up (Fig. 1; OR 4.0, CI 95% 1.14–14.1, p=0.03). 95 patients underwent endocardial RFCA, using contact electroanatomic mapping. Interestingly, in patients with anteroseptal LGE RCFA didn't affect significantly the arrhythmic relapse (OR 5, CI 95% 0.9–33, p=0.06). Otherwise RFCA prevent arrhythmic relapse in patients that showed LGE in ventricular portion other than the anteroseptal one (OR 0.027, IC 95% 0.002–0.40, p<0.01). During a median follow-up of 735 days (418–2168) 6 deaths occurred: logistic regression on all-cause death showed LVEF and VT at presentation as the only independent predictors for mortality (p=0.01).
Conclusions
In myocarditis patients with VA, LGE pattern predicts arrhythmic relapse during follow-up. RFCA success rate is strictly linked to scar location, being significantly higher in patients with non-anteroseptal LGE.
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Funding Acknowledgement
Type of funding source: None
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- S Persampieri
- San Paolo Hospital, Cardiology and Coronary Care Unit, Milan, Italy
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- Centro Cardiologico Monzino, IRCCS, Cardiac Arrhythmia Research Centre, Milan, Italy
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- Centro Cardiologico Monzino, IRCCS, Cardiac Arrhythmia Research Centre, Milan, Italy
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- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Gemelli IRCCS, Catholic University, Dipartimento di Scienze Cardiovascolari e Toraciche, Rome, Italy
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- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Gemelli IRCCS, Catholic University, Dipartimento di Scienze Cardiovascolari e Toraciche, Rome, Italy
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- Centro Cardiologico Monzino, IRCCS, Cardiac Arrhythmia Research Centre, Milan, Italy
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- Centro Cardiologico Monzino, IRCCS, Cardiac Arrhythmia Research Centre, Milan, Italy
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- Montefiore Medical Center (Bronx), New York, United States of America
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- University Hospital of Padova, Cardiovascular Pathology, Padua, Italy
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- Centro Cardiologico Monzino, IRCCS, Cardiac Arrhythmia Research Centre, Milan, Italy
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- St. David's Medical Center, Texas Cardiac Arrhythmia Institute, Austin, United States of America
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- Marche Polytechnic University of Ancona, Ancona, Italy
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- Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Gemelli IRCCS, Catholic University, Dipartimento di Scienze Cardiovascolari e Toraciche, Rome, Italy
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- Centro Cardiologico Monzino, IRCCS, Cardiac Arrhythmia Research Centre, Milan, Italy
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- Marche Polytechnic University of Ancona, Ancona, Italy
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Di Martino A, Geraci G, Stefanini N, Perna F, Mazzotti A, Ruffilli A, Faldini C. Surgical repair for abductor lesion after revision total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review. Hip Int 2020; 30:380-390. [PMID: 31777283 DOI: 10.1177/1120700019888863] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Abductor mechanism lesions represent a severe complication after revision total hip arthroplasty (rTHA). The resulting abductor insufficiency can cause limping, pain, instability, and a higher rate of failure, thus requiring further revision surgery. In case of severe degeneration and retraction of the abductor mechanism, several different surgical treatments are needed. AIM To systematically review all studies reporting on surgical treatment of severe abductor lesion after rTHA, focusing on surgical techniques, and clinical and functional results. METHOD Scientific databases were accessed in December 2018 to identify studies addressing the surgical management of severe abductor disruption after rTHA. The PRISMA guidelines were followed. Data were extracted from the identified articles and summarised. Only data about patients with symptoms of abductor insufficiency after rTHA were included in the database. RESULTS 9 retrospective studies were included, all being retrospective case series reporting on a total of 92 patients. Several surgical strategies have been described and performed: a repair using a synthetic mesh was reported in 1 study; 2 studies reported on local muscle transfer (gluteus maximus transfer or advancement); vastus lateralis advancement was described in 4 studies while in 2 studies the injury was repaired with the use of an allograft. Overall positive results have been reported in terms of pain reduction, while poor to mild functional scores with persistent limping have often been observed in the postoperative period. CONCLUSIONS The short follow-up time of the reviewed studies is inadequate to uncover any late dislocation, implant failure or different complications related to abductor mechanism reconstruction.
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- Alberto Di Martino
- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy.,Sidney Kimmel Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University (SKMC), Philadelphia, PA, USA
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
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Mazzotti A, Perna F, Golinelli D, Quattrini I, Stea S, Bordini B, Faldini C. Preoperative valgus deformity has twice the risk of failure as compared to varus deformity after total knee arthroplasty. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2019; 27:3041-3047. [PMID: 30539306 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-018-5331-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/13/2018] [Accepted: 12/07/2018] [Indexed: 01/14/2023]
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PURPOSE The aim of this study was to assess whether preoperative valgus or varus deformity affected survivorship after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and to quantify the risk factors for implant failure in a registry-based population. METHODS The Emilia-Romagna Registry of Prosthetic Orthopedic Implants was examined regarding TKAs performed on patients with a preoperative diagnosis of valgus or varus deformity. Demographics, implant characteristic and survivorships were investigated and compared. A total of 2327 TKA procedures performed from 2000 to 2016 were included in the study. Six hundred and forty primary TKAs with a diagnosis of valgus deformity were evaluated with a median follow-up of 3.3 years; 1687 primary TKAs with a diagnosis of varus deformity were evaluated with a median follow-up of 2.5 years. RESULTS Bi-compartmental, cemented posterior stabilised fixed-bearing implants were preferred. For both diagnoses, the implant survivorship rate was greater than 98% in the first year. However, the survival curve of the TKAs implanted for valgus deformity showed a greater slope in the first 3 years as compared to the survival curve of those implanted for varus deformity. Valgus deformity had a 2.1-fold higher risk for revision as compared with varus deformity. Infection was a major cause of implant failure in TKAs for varus deformity, 9/24 (37.5%), while its incidence was lower for valgus deformity, 1/21 (4.8%). CONCLUSIONS Preoperative valgus alignment showed a twofold risk of failure as compared to varus alignment after TKA. This should be considered in daily practice, and surgeons are called on to pay more attention when performing TKAs on such patients. Prospective randomised controlled trials are, therefore, necessary to better understand the role of preoperative coronal knee deformity in implant failure. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Prognostic study, level III.
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- Antonio Mazzotti
- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Neuromotor Sciences, Alma Mater Studiorum, University of Bologna, Via San Giacomo 12, 40126, Bologna, Italy.
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, via di Barbiano 1/10, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- Medical Technology Lab, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, via di Barbiano 1/10, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- Medical Technology Lab, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, via di Barbiano 1/10, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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Perna F, Geraci G, Mazzotti A, Stefanini N, Panciera A, Faldini C. Acute Presentation of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Due to Ossified Ligamentum Flavum: The Possible Role of Spondylolisthesis: A Case Report. JBJS Case Connect 2019; 9:e0039. [PMID: 31211745 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.cc.18.00039] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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CASE A 64-year-old woman with a history of low back pain, presented with acute gait impairment and lower limbs numbness without any history of trauma. Imaging studies revealed ossification of the ligamentum flavum (OLF) at L4-L5 and concomitant spondylolisthesis. Decompression surgery with en-bloc removal including the laminae, the ossified ligamentum flavum, and the medial facet and posterior stabilization was performed resulting in complete immediate recovery. CONCLUSIONS This report is the first to describe a case of an acute nontraumatic presentation of OLF associated with spondylolisthesis. OLF pathogenesis in still unknown, although several factors have been considered. According to the literature, operative treatment has demonstrated to be effective.
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Mazzotti A, Geraci G, Panciera A, Perna F, Stefanini N, Pilla F, Ruffilli A, Faldini C. Trends in surgical management of the infected total ankle arthroplasty. Eur Rev Med Pharmacol Sci 2019; 23:159-172. [PMID: 30977882 DOI: 10.26355/eurrev_201904_17486] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022]
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OBJECTIVE We performed a systematic review of surgical treatment of the infected total ankle arthroplasty. The purpose of this investigation was to describe the current trends and to perform a critical analysis of the evidence reported in the existing literature. MATERIALS AND METHODS A comprehensive search for all relevant articles published in English was conducted. Scientific databases were accessed to identify papers dealing with the management of the infected total ankle arthroplasty. We identified and collected every patient that underwent a surgical management of infected ankle arthroplasty. Data extracted were summarized and reported. A descriptive analysis was performed; when possible, a statistical analysis was accomplished. RESULTS Thirty-two papers (152 infected ankle arthroplasty) published in the last 20 years were identified. Twenty-seven patients (17.76%) were treated with irrigation and debridement, revision total ankle arthroplasty was performed in 72 cases (47.37%), arthrodesis was performed as a primary treatment in 30 patients (19.74%), 12 patients (7.89%) underwent a spacer arthroplasty while amputation was performed as a primary treatment in 9 patients (5.92%). CONCLUSIONS Our study reveals the improvement of the surgical management of the infected total ankle arthroplasty through the last 20 years. Irrigation and debridement and two-stage revision represent the most viable treatment in acute postoperative and late chronic infections respectively. We noted a trend towards maintaining articularity through a two-stage revision. The quality of evidence is weak with biases both in reporting and selection process. High quality randomized controlled trials are required to compare different treatments in order to introduce an evidence-based treatment protocol.
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- A Mazzotti
- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCSS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy.
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Faldini C, Perna F, Mazzotti A, Stefanini N, Geraci G, Traina F. Correction to: Spino-pelvic balance and surgical treatment of L5-S1 isthmic spondylolisthesis. Eur Spine J 2019; 28:198. [PMID: 30382428 DOI: 10.1007/s00586-018-5810-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Unfortunately, the affiliation of the author group has been incorrectly published in original version. The complete correct affiliation of all authors should read as follows.
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- Cesare Faldini
- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy.
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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Faldini C, Perna F, Geraci G, Pardo F, Mazzotti A, Pilla F, Ruffilli A. Correction to: Triplanar correction of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis by asymmetrically shaped and simultaneously applied rods associated with direct vertebral rotation: clinical and radiological analysis of 36 patients. Eur Spine J 2019; 28:196. [PMID: 30382427 DOI: 10.1007/s00586-018-5808-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Unfortunately, the affiliation of the author group has been incorrectly published in original version. The complete correct affiliation of all authors should read as follows.
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- Cesare Faldini
- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy.
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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Faldini C, Ruffilli A, Perna F, Pilla F, Panciera A, Traina F. Correction to: Surgical correction of double major adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Eur Spine J 2019; 28:197. [PMID: 30382426 DOI: 10.1007/s00586-018-5809-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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Unfortunately, the affiliation of the author group has been incorrectly published in original version. The complete correct affiliation of all authors should read as follows.
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- Cesare Faldini
- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy.
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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Faldini C, Stefanini N, Fenga D, Neonakis EM, Perna F, Mazzotti A, Pilla F, Triantafyllopoulos IK, Traina F. How to prevent dislocation after revision total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review of the risk factors and a focus on treatment options. J Orthop Traumatol 2018; 19:17. [PMID: 30203338 PMCID: PMC6131116 DOI: 10.1186/s10195-018-0510-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 28] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/26/2017] [Accepted: 07/19/2018] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background Dislocation represents the most common complication after revision total hip arthroplasty (rTHA). Understanding risk factors for dislocation has a great clinical relevance for every hip surgeon in order to consider all surgical options for effective planning. The aim of this systematic review was to answer two main questions—(1) what are the risk factors for instability after rTHA? and (2) what are the best preoperative assessments and surgical options to avoid dislocation after rTHA? Materials and methods Scientific databases were accessed to identify papers dealing with prevention and treatment of dislocation after rTHA. We performed a search using the keywords ‘revision hip arthroplasty’ and ‘dislocation’, ‘instability’, ‘outcome’, ‘failure’, ‘treatment’. After removal of duplicates and exclusion of works published in different languages, 33 articles were reviewed completely. Results Risk factors were analysed in order to establish the most relevant and evidence-based treatments available in the current literature. Conclusions The risk of dislocation after rTHA can be reduced using some precautions inferred from the literature. The use of a larger femoral and acetabular component, elevated rim liner and dual mobility implants can significantly reduce the risk of dislocation after rTHA. However, care must be taken regarding patient-related risk factors since these cannot be addressed and modified. Hence, a complete evaluation of risk factors should be performed for each patient and procedure before starting rTHA.
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- C Faldini
- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy.
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University Hospital "G.Martino", Messina, Italy
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- Agia Sofia General Children's Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Biomedical and Dental Sciences and Morphofunctional Imaging, University Hospital "G.Martino", Messina, Italy
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Pinnacchio G, Pelargonio G, Narducci ML, Bencardino G, Perna F, Comerci G, Spera FR, La Rosa G, Crea F. 2119Ventricular arrhythmias recurrence in patients with ischemic and non ischemic cardiomyopathy: insight into pathological substrate from electroanatomic remapping. Eur Heart J 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehy565.2119] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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- G Pinnacchio
- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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La Rosa G, Narducci ML, Pelargonio G, Bianco M, Almohani A, Bencardino G, Perna F, Inzani F, Novelli V, Marano R, Spera F, Pinnacchio G, Palmieri V, Zeppilli P, Crea F. P1016Ventricular arrhythmias in athletes and non-athletes: diagnostic role of electroanatomic mapping and CARTO-guided endomyocardial biopsy. Eur Heart J 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehy564.p1016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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- G La Rosa
- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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Pinnacchio G, Pelargonio G, Narducci ML, Bencardino G, Perna F, Comerci G, Spera F, Pieroni M, Bellocci F, Crea F. P1010Long term arrhythmic risk assessment in biopsy-proven myocarditis. Eur Heart J 2018. [DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/ehy564.p1010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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- G Pinnacchio
- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- San Donato Hospital, Cardiovascular Medicine, Arezzo, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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- Catholic University of the Sacred Heart, Department of Cardiovascular Medicine, Rome, Italy
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Faldini C, Perna F, Mazzotti A, Stefanini N, Geraci G, Traina F. Spino-pelvic balance and surgical treatment of L5–S1 isthmic spondylolisthesis. Eur Spine J 2018; 27:574-576. [DOI: 10.1007/s00586-018-5665-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Faldini C, Perna F, Borghi R, Chehrassan M, Stefanini N, Ruffilli A, Mazzotti A, Martikos K, Traina F. Direct vertebral rotation and differently shaped dual rod translation technique in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2017; 31:91-96. [PMID: 29186944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Direct vertebral rotation (DVR) is widely used to correct the axial deformity in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). Indirect rotation techniques may help DVR in order to improve outcome. Vertebral translation technique combined with the use of two differently shaped rods resulted effective in reducing the rib hump deformity. The aim of this study is to describe the technique and evaluate the efficacy of combined DVR and vertebral translation technique on axial deformity correction. Mean follow-up was 2.7 years. Cobb angle, kyphosis angle, apical vertebrae axial rotation angle, SRS-22 questionnaire of 30 AIS patients treated with combined DVR and differently shaped dual rods translation technique were collected and compared preoperatively and postoperatively. At the last follow-up no screw pull-out, nonunion or loss of correction were recorded. The combination of DVR and differently shaped dual rods translation technique in AIS can provide good three-dimensional correction and improvement of patient’s quality of life.
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- C Faldini
- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Spinal Deformity Surgery, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Morphological and Functional Images, Scuola Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Università di Messina, Italy
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Faldini C, Perna F, Mazzotti A, Stefanini N, Panciera A, Geraci G, Mora P, Traina F. Direct anterior approach versus posterolateral approach in total hip arthroplasty: effects on early post-operative rehabilitation period. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2017; 31:75-81. [PMID: 29185307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Main surgical approaches to the hip have been modified during last decades, in an effort to reduce invasiveness of the surgical procedure and allow a faster rehabilitation. Direct anterior approach is the only approach, which does not require muscle detachment, thus theoretically leading to reduced post-operative pain and allows earlier recovery. The aim of this study was to report a comparison between patients operated with direct anterior approach and postero-lateral approach in terms of immediate post-operative and in-hospital records. Pain, operative time, intra- and post-operative complications, blood loss, hospitalization, motor component of the Functional Independence Measure (M-FIM), timed up and go (TUG) test were measured between the two groups and compared. Direct anterior approach showed better results in M-FIM, TUG, hospitalization and blood loss, without any significant difference for intra- and post-operative complications between the 2 groups. This study shows that early post-operative recovery is influenced by the chosen approach. Direct anterior approach showed better outcomes when compared to postero-lateral approach, limited to hospitalization, blood loss, and functional scores. Further comparisons are needed to evaluate direct anterior approach to maintain advantages over postero-lateral approach on longer follow-up period.
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- C Faldini
- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Dipartimento di Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Morphological and Functional Images, Scuola Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Università di Messina, Italy
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Faldini C, Mazzotti A, Perna F, Stefanini N, Panciera A, Pilla F, Ruffilli A, Neonakis EM, Traina F. Modified minimally invasive direct anterior approach through a bikini incision for total hip arthroplasty: technique and results in young female patients. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2017; 31:83-89. [PMID: 29186943] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Direct anterior approach for THA has gained popularity over the last years. However, concerns have been raised regarding the cosmetic, related to the incision that does not respect the Langer’s skin tension line and may produce hypertrophic scars. The aim of this study was to analyze the preliminary results in 22 young female patients undergoing THA through a minimally invasive direct anterior approach using a modified oblique bikini incision. Clinical evaluations showed an improvement of WOMAC, UCLA and Harris Hip Score at 5-month follow-up. The technique ensured proper implant positioning and showed advantages in terms of complications, transfusion rates, hospital length of stay and functional recovery. From the aesthetic point of view, the expected cosmetic results were obtained. Minimally invasive direct anterior approach using a modified oblique bikini incision represent a viable option for THA, combining both the advantages of a minimal invasive procedure with a better aesthetic appearance.
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- C Faldini
- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Orthopaedic Department, Aghia Sophia Children’s Hospital, Athens, Greece
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- Dipartimento di Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Morphological and Functional Images, Scuola Ortopedia e Traumatologia, Università di Messina, Italy
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De Fine M, Traina F, Giavaresi G, Leo E, Sanzarello I, Perna F, Dattola R, Faldini C. Effect of different postoperative flexion regimes on the outcomes of total knee arthroplasty: randomized controlled trial. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2017; 25:2972-2977. [PMID: 27056697 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-016-4119-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2015] [Accepted: 03/29/2016] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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PURPOSE A consistent limb position strategy could be an attractive and easier alternative to reduce blood loss and increase range of motion following total knee arthroplasty. The aim of this study was to understand the proper amount of flexion required to improve functional outcomes with limited patients' discomfort. METHODS Eighty-five patients undergoing total knee arthroplasty were randomly assigned to receive mild (30° of knee flexion) or high-flexion protocol (70° of knee flexion), 48 h after surgery. The same daily rehabilitation scheme was followed. Total blood loss, hidden blood loss, haemoglobin and haematocrit levels, fixed flexion deformity, range of motion and limb circumference at the superior patellar pole were evaluated preoperatively and 7 days after surgery. RESULTS Demographics, blood parameters and preoperative range of motion did not show any significant difference between the two groups. No complications were recorded in both groups. High-flexion group had greater rate of dropout due to excessive patients' discomfort. A significantly lower Hb at day 1 was found in the high-flexion group. No differences were recorded regarding the remaining parameters. CONCLUSION No significant differences were found between the high-flexion and mild-flexion protocols; however, mild-flexion protocol was better tolerated by patients. We therefore recommend a 30° flexion protocol to be routinely used 48 h postoperatively after total knee arthroplasty. This is an easy strategy to improve functional outcomes, which is a fundamental issue considering the steady increase in knee prostheses utilization. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Randomized controlled trial, Level II.
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- Marcello De Fine
- General Orthopaedic Surgery, Rizzoli Sicilia Department, Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, SS 113, km 246, Bagheria, PA, Italy.
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- General Orthopaedic Surgery, Rizzoli Sicilia Department, Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, SS 113, km 246, Bagheria, PA, Italy
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- Laboratory of Preclinical and Surgical Studies, Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute, Bologna, Italy
- Laboratory of Tissue Engineering - Innovative Technology Platforms for Tissue Engineering, Rizzoli Orthopedic Institute, Palermo, Italy
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- Rehabilitation Service, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- Section of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Department of Biomedical Sciences and Morphological and Functional Images, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- General Orthopaedic Surgery, Rizzoli Sicilia Department, Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, SS 113, km 246, Bagheria, PA, Italy
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- Rehabilitation Service, University of Messina, Messina, Italy
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- General Orthopaedic Surgery, Rizzoli Sicilia Department, Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, SS 113, km 246, Bagheria, PA, Italy
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Faldini C, Mazzotti A, Panciera A, Perna F, Stefanini N, Giannini S. Bioabsorbable implants for subtalar arthroereisis in pediatric flatfoot. Musculoskelet Surg 2017; 102:11-19. [PMID: 28717988 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-017-0491-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/29/2017] [Accepted: 07/05/2017] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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Flatfoot is a common condition in growing-age patients. Despite its common presentation, nowadays surgical indications and treatments are still debated. Arthroereisis is a widely used technique, and several implants designs have been proposed over time. Despite the good results shown in the literature, the main drawback of these techniques has always been the need for a second surgery for implant removal. Bioabsorbable devices have been introduced to overcome this necessity.Correct approach to the patient, indications and contraindications and available studies on bioabsorbable implants for subtalar arthroereisis in pediatric flatfoot were analyzed in this narrative review. Even if only a few studies have been published in the literature, bioabsorbable implants showed good clinical results comparable to non-absorbable implants and with a rare necessity for implant removal or revision. When correct indications and proper surgical technique are followed, arthroereisis with bioabsorbable implants appears to be an effective solution for the treatment of pediatric flexible flatfoot.
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- C Faldini
- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy.
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- 1st Orthopaedic and Traumatologic Clinic, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- Professor Emeritus, Orthopeadics and Traumatology, University of Bologna - Alma Mater Studiorum, Bologna, Italy
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Ruffilli A, Traina F, Giannini S, Buda R, Perna F, Faldini C. Surgical treatment of stage II posterior tibialis tendon dysfunction: ten-year clinical and radiographic results. Eur J Orthop Surg Traumatol 2017; 28:139-145. [DOI: 10.1007/s00590-017-2011-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/12/2017] [Accepted: 06/27/2017] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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Perna F, Pilla F, Nanni M, Berti L, Lullini G, Traina F, Faldini C. Two-stage surgical treatment for septic non-union of the forearm. World J Orthop 2017; 8:471-477. [PMID: 28660139 PMCID: PMC5478490 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v8.i6.471] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/25/2017] [Revised: 04/18/2017] [Accepted: 05/15/2017] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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AIM To investigate the effectiveness of a two-stage surgical procedure for the treatment of septic forearm non-union.
METHODS Septic non-unions are rare complications of forearm fractures. When they occur, they modify the relationship between forearm bones leading to a severe functional impairment. Treatment is challenging and surgery and antibiotic therapy are required to achieve infection resolution. It is even harder to obtain non-union healing with good functional results. The aim of this study is to present a two stages surgical treatment for septic forearm non-union with revision and temporary stabilization of the non-union until infection has cleared and subsequently perform a new synthesis with plate, opposite bone graft strut and intercalary graft. We retrospectively reviewed 18 patients with a mean age at the time of primary injury of 34.5 years (19-57 years) and a mean follow-up of 6 years (2-10 years). All patients presented an atrophic non-union with a mean length of the bone defect of 1.8 cm (1.2-4 cm). Complications and clinical results after surgical treatment were recorded.
RESULTS Mean time to resolution of the infectious process was 8.2 wk (range 4-20 wk) after the first surgery and specific antibiotic therapy. All the non-union healed with an average time of 5 mo (range 2-10 mo) after the second step surgery. Cultures on intraoperative samples were positive in all cases. No major intraoperative complications occurred. Two patients developed minor complications and one needed a second surgical debridement for infection resolution. At the last follow-up functional results were excellent in 5 (27.8%) patients, satisfactory in 10 (55.5%) and unsatisfactory in 3 (16.7%) patients. No activities of daily living (ADLs) limitations were reported by 12 (66.6%) patients, slight by 3 (16.6%) and severe limitation by 3 (16.6%) patients. Mean visual analog scale at the last follow-up was 1 (0-3).
CONCLUSION The two-step technique has proven to be effective to achieve resolution of the infectious process and union with good functional results and low rate of complications.
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Narducci ML, Pelargonio G, Pinnacchio G, Perna F, Bencardino G, Grimaldi M, Di Monaco A, Vitulano N, Crea F. P367Robotic and conventional ablation of atrial fibrillation: impact of biomarkers on recurrences. Europace 2017. [DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/eux141.093] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Narducci ML, Pelargonio G, Pinnacchio G, Perna F, Bencardino G, Rio T, Cavaliere F, Massetti M, Crea F. P366Robotic ablation of atrial fibrillation: impact of lesion efficacy and biomarkers on recurrences. Europace 2017. [DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/eux141.092] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Pinnacchio G, Pelargonio G, Narducci ML, Bencardino G, Perna F, Comerci G, Bartoletti S, Pieroni M, Bellocci F, Crea F. P957Long term arrhythmic risk assessment in biopsy proven myocarditis. Europace 2017. [DOI: 10.1093/ehjci/eux151.139] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Perna F, Borghi R, Pilla F, Stefanini N, Mazzotti A, Chehrassan M. Pedicle screw insertion techniques: an update and review of the literature. Musculoskelet Surg 2016; 100:165-169. [PMID: 27866324 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-016-0438-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2016] [Accepted: 11/11/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Pedicle screw construct have become one of the most practiced procedure in spinal surgery. Despite commonly used, questions remain about their safety especially for the thoracic spine and in deformity where difficulty in positioning can lead to pedicle breach and adjacent structures injury. Misplacement rates have been reported to be from 5 to 41% in the lumbar spine and from 3 to 55% in the thoracic spine. Hence, various procedures have been described in order to improve pedicle screw insertion accuracy. Aim of this study is to evaluate current concepts on pedicle screws placement techniques to better understand recent attitude and clarify some doubts when selecting the most proper method.
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- F Perna
- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy.
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- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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Faldini C, Perna F, Chehrassan M, Borghi R, Martikos K, Mazzotti A, Stefanini N, Cristofolini L, Traina F. Simultaneous double rod and en-bloc direct vertebral rotation technique for correction of main thoracic adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: retrospective analysis of 14 cases. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2016; 30:181-186. [PMID: 28002917] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a triplanar deformity associated with rib hump, especially when a principle thoracic curve is present. The aim of this study is to evaluate the results of AIS correction retrospectively, using simultaneous double rod derotation manoeuvre technique followed by en-bloc direct vertebral rotation (DVR). Fourteen patients were included in this study. Coronal and sagittal thoracic Cobb angle, global coronal balance, sagittal balance, rib hump prominence, Scoliosis Research Society outcome instrument score (SRS-22) and Walter Reed visual assessment scale (WR-VAS) values were recorded pre- and postoperatively and evaluated. Results were evaluated at a mean follow-up of 2 years. Good to excellent radiographic and clinical results were obtained in all patients. No major perioperative complications occurred. This technique has proved to be effective for surgical correction of the deformity in Lenke type 1 AIS with good clinical and radiological results and low rate of complications.
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- C Faldini
- Clinica II Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Industrial Engineering, Università di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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Traina F, Perna F, Ruffilli A, Mazzotti A, Meliconi R, Berti L, Faldini C. Surgical treatment of insertional Achilles tendinopathy: a systematic review. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2016; 30:131-138. [PMID: 28002910] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Insertional Achilles tendinopathy is a frequent cause of pain and performance impairment of the ankle. It is more common in runners, but may also affect general population. Conservative treatment is the gold standard in the early phases but 10% to 30% of patients require surgery. The aim of this study is to review the current literature in order to evaluate current surgical strategies for Insertional Achilles tendinopathy and to analyze the effectiveness of the available techniques. We performed a systematic review of the literature, to identify studies reporting clinical outcome after surgical treatment for Insertional Achilles tendinopathy in any population group with at least 6 months follow-up. The quality of the articles included was evaluated by the Coleman Methodology Score and correlated with the reported outcome and year of publication. We identified 16 studies reporting on 465 surgically treated Insertional Achilles tendinopathy with a mean follow-up of 29.8 months. Average age at the time of surgery was 53 years. Two different categories of surgical treatment were distinct: debridement alone or debridement with augmentation in case of excessive tendon loss. Results were excellent or good in 89.6% of cases and fair or poor in 10.4%. Average complications rate was 18.3%, with 15.7% of minor and 2.6% of major complications with no difference in the two groups. Negative correlation was found between Coleman Methodology Score and the reported outcome and positive correlation was found between Coleman Methodology Score and year of publication. Good or excellent outcome can be expected after surgical treatment for Insertional Achilles tendinopathy whatever the adopted procedure, but there is no specific evidence regarding which surgical technique provides a better outcome or a lower rate of complications. Research with higher levels of evidence and methodology that is more rigorous are needed in order to evaluate the optimal surgical strategy for patients with IAT.
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- F Traina
- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
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- Servizio Reumatologia, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
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- Laboratorio Analisi del Movimento, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
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Faldini C, Pilla F, Fenga D, Perna F, Berti L, Stefanini N, Pungetti C, Mazzotti A, Traina F. Isolate acetabular cup revision through the direct anterior hip approach: surgical technique, early experience and review of the literature. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2016; 30:201-206. [PMID: 28002920] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Direct anterior approach to the hip allows perfect exposure of the acetabulum and an easy proximal and medial extension that makes it eligible for isolate acetabular cup revision although it is seldom used and there are only few published studies. On 23 consecutive acetabular revision (16 cases Paprosky grade 1 or 2, 5 cases 3A, 1 case 3B and 1 case 4) at an average 28-month follow up, we did not record failures or major complications. Early complications included prolonged wound healing in 4 cases and transient femoral cutaneous nerve palsy in 2 cases, the mean postoperative Harris Hip Score was 82.2 with 82.5% of excellent and good results. Our results are consistent with those reported in the literature with similar techniques. The direct anterior approach has shown excellent results for isolated cup revision, though is probably better suited for surgeons that have some experience with the same approach for primary cases.
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- C Faldini
- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna Italy
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna Italy
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna Italy
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna Italy
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna Italy
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna Italy
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna Italy
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna Italy
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- Clinica II, Università di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna Italy
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Faldini C, Perna F, Pilla F, Stefanini N, Pungetti C, Persiani V, Traina F. Is a minimally invasive anterior approach effective in old patients? A pilot study. J BIOL REG HOMEOS AG 2016; 30:193-199. [PMID: 28002919] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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Minimally invasive approach to the hip is a blood preserving surgery, with rapid rehabilitation, and low dislocation rate. Intuitively, these characteristics render this approach extremely suitable in the elderly patient. The aim of this study was to analyze the early clinical and radiographic results in the first 30 consecutive patients above 70 years of age undergoing THR through a minimally invasive anterior approach. Clinical evaluations showed an improvement of the Harris Hip Score and WOMAC score after surgery. Radiographic assessment showed cup orientation averaging 47° (range 40°59°) and no valgus stem aligned. Allogeneic blood transfusion was required in only 6 patients (19.8%). One patient experienced an intraoperative fracture of the greater trochanter. No early implant dislocation was observed in the study population. In conclusion we advise a minimally invasive anterior approach for THR in older patients when a careful patient selection has been done.
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- C Faldini
- Clinica II, Universita di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II, Universita di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II, Universita di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II, Universita di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II, Universita di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II, Universita di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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- Clinica II, Universita di Bologna, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Bologna, Italy
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Rea G, Perna F, Calabrese G, Molino A, Valente T, Vatrella A. Exogenous lipoid pneumonia (ELP): when radiologist makes the difference. Transl Med UniSa 2016; 14:64-8. [PMID: 27326397 PMCID: PMC4912340] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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Lipoid pneumonia is an uncommon disorder characterized by accumulation of lipid components into the interstitial and alveolar compartment. The usual classification distinguishes endogenous and exogenous and acute or chronic forms, related to the type of fats, the amount of damage and the time of exposure. We describe a case of exogenous lipoid pneumonia by inhalation of vaseline used for cleaning of the tracheostoma in a 63-year-old female, presenting as cough, worsening dyspnea in few weeks. The diagnosis was finally established with a re-evaluation of BAL with specific staining for lipids, revealing the presence of foamy macrophages lipids rich, according to HRCT findings.
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- Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Monaldi Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- Respiratory Medicine Division, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Respiratory Medicine Division, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Respiratory Medicine Division, Department of Clinical Medicine and Surgery, Federico II University, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Diagnostic Imaging, Monaldi Hospital, Naples, Italy
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- Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Salerno, Salerno, Italy,Correspondence to Alessandro Vatrella,
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Faldini C, Traina F, Nanni M, Sanzarello I, Borghi R, Perna F. Congenital idiopathic talipes equinovarus before and after walking age: observations and strategy of treatment from a series of 88 cases. J Orthop Traumatol 2016; 17:81-7. [PMID: 26409466 PMCID: PMC4805627 DOI: 10.1007/s10195-015-0377-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/10/2015] [Accepted: 08/28/2015] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND We reviewed a series of newborns, toddlers and ambulating children affected by idiopathic congenital talipes equinovarus (clubfoot). Taking into account the time of diagnosis, stiffness of the deformity and walking age, nonsurgical or surgical treatment was considered. This study reports clinical outcomes, early complications and relapse at mid-term follow-up. MATERIALS AND METHODS Fifty-two clubfeet were diagnosed at birth, 12 in non-ambulating children aged between 4 and 12 months and 24 in ambulating children. Feet were classified using the Pirani score. Newborns and toddlers were treated with serial casting (Ponseti); however, toddlers also underwent open Achilles tendon lengthening (2 feet) and posteromedial release (3 feet). In all ambulating children, surgical treatment was always performed: selective medial release combined with cuboid subtraction osteotomy (1 foot), posteromedial release (6 feet), and posteromedial release combined with cuboid subtraction osteotomy (17 feet). RESULTS The average follow-up was 5 years (1-6 years). In newborns treated with Ponseti, the results were excellent in 42 feet, good in 6, and poor in 4. In non-ambulating children, the results were excellent in 9 feet, and good in 3. In ambulating children, the results were excellent in 5 feet, good in 16, and poor in 3. No major complications were reported. No overcorrections were observed. The need for open surgery was higher in cases of delayed treatment. In cases of relapse, re-casting and/or more extensive surgery was considered. CONCLUSIONS Early treatment enables a high rate of good correction to be obtained with serial casting and limited surgery. Conversely, if the deformity is observed after walking age surgery should be considered. Serial casting in cases of late observation and relapse have demonstrated encouraging results. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV.
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- Cesare Faldini
- University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy.
- Dipartimento Rizzoli-Sicilia, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Strada Statale 113 km 246, 90011, Bagheria, PA, Italy.
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- Dipartimento Rizzoli-Sicilia, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Strada Statale 113 km 246, 90011, Bagheria, PA, Italy
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- Dipartimento Rizzoli-Sicilia, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Strada Statale 113 km 246, 90011, Bagheria, PA, Italy
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Faldini C, Traina F, Perna F, Borghi R, Martikos K, Greggi T. Does surgery for Scheuermann kyphosis influence sagittal spinopelvic parameters? Eur Spine J 2015; 24 Suppl 7:893-7. [PMID: 26441254 DOI: 10.1007/s00586-015-4253-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2015] [Revised: 09/23/2015] [Accepted: 09/23/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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PURPOSE To analyze changes in sagittal spinopelvic parameters (SSPs) after surgical treatment of Scheuermann's Kyphosis (SK). METHODS We analyzed 20 patients affected by SK and subjected to posterior correction of the kyphosis by facetectomy, Ponte osteotomy, fusion and multilevel instrumentation with pedicle screw system. Four spinal and three pelvic parameters were measured: sagittal vertical axis (SVA), thoracic kyphosis (TK), thoracolumbar kyphosis, lumbar lordosis (LL), pelvic incidence (PI), sacral slope (SS) and pelvic tilt (PT). Analysis of changes in postprocedural SSPs compared to preoperative values was performed. RESULTS TK passed from 78.6° preoperatively to 45.8° (p = 0.003). LL passed from 74.5° preoperatively to 53.5° (p = 0.01). No significant changes occurred in SVA, SS, PT and PI compared to preoperative values. CONCLUSION We confirm the positive effect of surgery by Ponte osteotomy and posterior spinal fusion on TK and LL in patients with SK. In our experience, pelvic parameters did not change after surgery.
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- Cesare Faldini
- Department of General Orthopaedics, Department Rizzoli Sicilia, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, University of Bologna, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy.
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- Department of General Orthopaedics, Department Rizzoli Sicilia, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, University of Bologna, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Spinal Deformity Surgery, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of Spinal Deformity Surgery, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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Faldini C, Di Martino A, Borghi R, Perna F, Toscano A, Traina F. Long vs. short fusions for adult lumbar degenerative scoliosis: does balance matters? Eur Spine J 2015; 24 Suppl 7:887-92. [PMID: 26441257 DOI: 10.1007/s00586-015-4266-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/14/2015] [Revised: 09/27/2015] [Accepted: 09/27/2015] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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PURPOSE Surgery of adult scoliosis was based upon coronal plane radiographical analysis using Cobb angle measurements, but recently it has been demonstrated that sagittal spinopelvic alignment plays a critical role in determining the final outcome. The aim of this paper is to compare the clinical and radiological results of 81 patients affected by adult scoliosis, treated with short or long fusions, and followed for 2-5 year follow-up. MATERIALS AND METHODS 81 patients affected by degenerative lumbar scoliosis managed by posterior-only surgery were retrospectively evaluated. Fifty-seven patients underwent to a short fusion procedure, while 24 had a long fusion. Clinical and radiographic coronal and sagittal spinopelvic parameters were compared between the two groups. RESULTS Coronal Cobb angle was 24° preoperatively and passed to 12° in the short fusion group, while changed from 45° to 10° in the long fusion group. Lumbar lordosis was 45° preoperatively and 60° at final follow-up in the short fusion group passed from 24° to 55° in the long fusion group. Sacral slope passed from 25° to 45° in the short fusion group, while from 10° to 40° in the long fusion group. Pelvic tilt passed from 24° to 13° in the short fusion group, and from 28° to 23° in the long fusion group. CONCLUSION Surgical treatment of degenerative lumbar scoliosis improved balance and alignment of the spine, and also the coronal plane in terms of Cobb angle. These results were associated to a consistent clinical improvement and an acceptable rate of complications.
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- Cesare Faldini
- Department of General Orthopaedics, Department Rizzoli Sicilia, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, University of Bologna, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy.
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- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, University of Bologna, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of General Orthopaedics, Department Rizzoli Sicilia, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, University of Bologna, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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- Department of General Orthopaedics, Department Rizzoli Sicilia, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli di Bologna, University of Bologna, Via Giulio Cesare Pupilli 1, 40136, Bologna, Italy
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Guerra F, Pesi B, Amore Bonapasta S, Di Marino M, Perna F, Annecchiarico M, Coratti A. Challenges in robotic distal pancreatectomy: systematic review of current practice. MINERVA CHIR 2015; 70:241-7. [PMID: 25916194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/27/2023]
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Over the last decade, robotics has gained popularity and is increasingly employed to accomplish several abdominal surgical procedures. Nevertheless, pancreatectomies are regarded as demanding procedures for which the application of minimally-invasive surgery is still limited and its effectiveness has not been conclusively established. We aimed to investigate the current role of robot-assisted surgery to perform distal pancreatectomy. A systematic review of the English-language literature was conducted for articles dealing with robotic-assisted distal pancreatectomies. All relevant papers were evaluated on surgical and oncological outcomes. A total of 10 articles reporting on robotic distal pancreatectomies were finally considered in the analysis, including 259 patients. Mean operative time was 271 minutes (range 181-398); mean blood loss was 210 mL (range 104-361), in 11.6% of cases conversion to laparotomy occurred, spleen preservation was accomplished in 51.4% of procedures, mean time of postoperative hospital stay was 7 days. Overall, postoperative mortality and morbidity were 0% and 23.4% respectively, the mean number of lymph nodes harvested was 12.7. In all included series, no case of R1 resection was reported. Despite its relatively recent introduction in clinical practice, robotic-assisted surgery has been widely employed to perform distal pancreatectomy worldwide and it should be considered a safe and effective procedure. Both surgical and pathologic data support its application in the management of pancreatic lesions of the body and tail.
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- Division of Oncological and Robotic General Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy -
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Ruffilli A, Traina F, Evangelisti G, Borghi R, Perna F, Faldini C. Preservation of hamstring tibial insertion in anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction: a review of the current literature. Musculoskelet Surg 2015; 99:87-92. [PMID: 25663060 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-015-0346-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/22/2015] [Accepted: 01/26/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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Hamstring graft (HG) used in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction undergoes a biological modification process called "ligamentization" in the early postoperative period that proceeds through three different phases: an early graft-healing phase with central graft necrosis, a phase of proliferation, and finally, a ligamentization phase toward the properties of the intact ACL. The fastening of this process could result in more aggressive rehabilitation protocols as well as faster sport resumption. A recent literature supports the preservation of HG tibial attachment in order to enhance "ligamentization" process. Aim of this literature review is to describe all the techniques described that spare HG tibial insertion and the obtained results in order to evaluate evidence that would substantiate the maintenance of HG tibial insertion in ACL reconstruction. A search was performed using the following keywords "ACL reconstruction" in combination with "hamstrings," "hamstrings insertion," "tibial insertion," "ligamentization," and "over the top"; 18 articles were found to be relevant. Among these, eight randomized clinical trials (RCTs) were found. The RCT analyzed presented a high number of biases regarding the analyzed topic, thus making impossible to draw definitive evidences to validate HG tibial insertion sparing in ACL reconstruction. Despite the satisfactory results in many clinical series and the promising results in anatomic and animal studies, well-designed prospective clinical trials with large cohort of patients associated with MRI evaluation are mandatory to assess the beneficial effects of HG attachment preservation in ACL reconstruction.
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- A Ruffilli
- General Orthopaedic Surgery, Rizzoli-Sicilia Department, Rizzoli Orthopaedic Institute, Bagheria, PA, Italy,
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Faldini C, Traina F, Perna F, Borghi R, Nanni M, Chehrassan M. Surgical treatment of aseptic forearm nonunion with plate and opposite bone graft strut. Autograft or allograft? Int Orthop 2015; 39:1343-9. [PMID: 25776465 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-015-2718-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/28/2015] [Accepted: 02/16/2015] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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PURPOSE OF THE STUDY Adequate treatment of forearm nonunion should achieve both biological stimulation of the bone and mechanical stability. The use of bone graft could enhance the healing of a nonunion providing osteogenic, osteoconductive and osteoinductive stimulation and an optimal stability of the fixation. We retrospectively reviewed two cohorts of patients affected by forearm nonunion and treated with plate and opposite bone graft to determine whether the use of autograft versus allograft differs in terms of (1) rate of healing of the nonunion and (2) time of healing. MATERIALS AND METHODS Thirty-four patients were treated for aseptic forearm nonunion with cortical graft strut with opposite plate and intercalary graft in case of segmental bone defect. In 20 patients an autograft harvest from the fibula (group A) and in 14 (group B) an allograft provided by the bone bank of our institution were used. RESULTS All the nonunions healed in a mean of four months in both groups, ranging from two to 12 months in group A and from three to ten months in group B. At the latest follow up forearm function and pain were satisfactory in both groups. CONCLUSION The use of plate and opposite bone graft demonstrated to be effective in promoting the healing of forearm nonunions, without significant differences in terms of rate and time of healing in the two groups. Considering the higher surgical time and the comorbidity of the donor site, if a bone bank is available, we suggest to use homologous cortical bone strut graft with opposite plate and screw fixation for the treatment of aseptic forearm nonunion rather than autograft.
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Pavoni V, Nicoletti P, Benemei S, Materazzi S, Perna F, Romagnoli S, Chelazzi C, Zagli G, Coratti A. Effects of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) on mesenteric perfusion in experimental induced intestinal ischemia in a porcine model. Heart Lung Vessel 2015; 7:231-237. [PMID: 26495269 PMCID: PMC4593018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Insufficient mesenteric perfusion is a dramatic complication in critically ill patients. Hydrogen sulfide, a newly recognized endogenous gaseous mediator, acts as an intestinal vasoactive agent and seems to protect against mesenteric ischemic damage. We investigated whether sodium hydrogen sulfide, a hydrogen sulfide donor, can improve mesenteric perfusion in an experimental model of pigs, both in physiological and ischemic conditions. METHODS The study was conducted at Careggi University Hospital (Florence, IT). Fourteen male domestic pigs (≈10 Kg) were anesthetized and mechanically ventilated. Animals were randomized in control and ischemia groups. Mesenteric ischemia was induced with a positive end-expiratory pressure of 15 cmH2O. After mini-laparotomy, each animal received incremental doses of sodium hydrogen sulfide every 20 minutes. Perfusion of both the jejunal mucosa and sternal skin were measured by laser Doppler flowmeter, and systemic hemodynamic parameters were monitored. RESULTS In the control group, sodium hydrogen sulfide was able to significantly improve the mesenteric perfusion, showing a 50% increase from the baseline blood flow. In the ischemia group, NaHS-induced a two-fold increase of the mesenteric post-ischemic perfusion with a recovery up to 70% of pre- positive end-expiratory pressure mesenteric blood flow. Sodium hydrogen sulfide did not directly or indirectly (by blood flow redistribution) affect the sternal skin microcirculation, heart rates, or mean arterial pressure, suggesting a tissue-specific micro-vascular action. CONCLUSIONS In a porcine model, we observed a mesenteric perfusion recovery mediated by administration of hydrogen sulfide donor without affecting general hemodynamic.
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- Department of Anesthesia, Santa Maria Nuova Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Health Sciences, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Division of Oncological and Robotic General Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Department of Anesthesia and Intensive Care, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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- Division of Oncological and Robotic General Surgery, Careggi University Hospital, Florence, Italy
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Stazi A, Scalone G, Laurito M, Milo M, Pelargonio G, Bencardino G, Narducci ML, Perna F, Lanza GA, Crea F. Effect of peripheral ischemic preconditioning on platelet activation related ablation of atrial fibrillation. Eur Heart J 2013. [DOI: 10.1093/eurheartj/eht309.p4109] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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Nanni M, Perna F, Calamelli C, Donati D, Ferrara O, Parlato A, D'Arienzo M, Faldini C. Wound drainages in total hip arthroplasty: to use or not to use? Review of the literature on current practice. Musculoskelet Surg 2013; 97:101-107. [PMID: 23709186 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-013-0270-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2013] [Accepted: 05/08/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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Aim of this study is to analyze data reported in literature concerning the efficacy of using wound low-vacuum suction drainages in orthopedic surgery after total hip arthroplasty. We analyzed studies concerning the use of drainages in prosthetic hip replacement surgery, performing our research through Pubmed, Cochrane database and Google Scholar, and selecting the ones evaluating the following parameters: bleeding, the need for blood transfusions, number or reinforcement of post-operative medications, length of hospitalization, functional results, periprosthetic and surgical wound infection, post-operative hematoma. Our review did not show any demonstrated advantage from the use of wound drainages in total hip arthroplasty. Moreover, some studies enlighted a possible complication related to their employment, represented by the greater need for blood transfusions. Despite the absence of a statistically demonstrated positive influence on wound outcome using suction drains after total hip replacement, many orthopedic surgeons still recommend using drainages, just because there is no certified proof of a negative effect.
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- M Nanni
- Dipartimento Rizzoli Sicilia, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, University of Bologna, Bagheria, Bologna, Italy.
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Faldini C, Di Martino A, De Fine M, Miscione MT, Calamelli C, Mazzotti A, Perna F. Current classification systems for adult degenerative scoliosis. Musculoskelet Surg 2013; 97:1-8. [PMID: 23553440 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-013-0245-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2013] [Accepted: 02/02/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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At present, a big effort of the scientific community has been directed toward a more proper and standardized approach to the patients affected by degenerative scoliosis, and recent attention has turned toward the development of classification schemes. A literature analysis highlighted several classification schemes developed for degenerative scoliosis patients: the Simmons classification system, the Aebi system, the Faldini working classification system, the Schwab system, and the Scoliosis Research Society system. Aim of the current manuscript is to scrutinize the available literature in order to provide a comprehensive overview of these current classification schemes for adult scoliosis, by describing and commenting clinical development, limits and potential of their application together with their implications for surgical planning.
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- C Faldini
- Department Rizzoli, Orthopaedic Service, The Rizzoli Institute, Sicily, Bagheria, Italy.
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Bracale U, Mijatovic S, Lazzara F, Perna F, Badessi F, Pignata G. Single access laparoscopic right hemicolectomy. Acta Chir Iugosl 2012; 59:103-106. [PMID: 23373367 DOI: 10.2298/aci1202103b] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Single Access Laparoscopic Colectomy (SALC) were reported in several studies. The first Single Access laparoscopic right colectomy was descibed by Remzi et Al. We report our experience in SALC describing our approach for Right Colectomy. In our experience we perform as well an extracorporeal side-to-side anastomosis, in contrast wit a conventional laparoscopic right colectomy in which we perform an intra-corporeal anastomosis. We think that an important limit of this approach is represented by the difficult to perform a safe intra-corporeal anastomosis. In conclusion we think that right SALC is a safe and feasible approach. However, many issues will be established, as well as technological, economical and educational aspects, before its introduction in the daily clinical practice.
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- General and Mini-Invasive Surgical Unit, "San Camillo" Hospital, Trento, Italy
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Risitano AM, Perna F, Selleri C. Achievements and limitations of complement inhibition by eculizumab in paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria: the role of complement component 3. Mini Rev Med Chem 2011; 11:528-35. [PMID: 21561403 DOI: 10.2174/138955711795843301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/11/2010] [Accepted: 03/29/2011] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
Abstract
Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria (PNH) is a hematological disorder characterized by complementmediated hemolytic anemia, thrombophilia and bone marrow failure. The clinical hallmark of PNH is evident chronic hemolysis due to the absence of the complement regulators CD55 and CD59 on PNH erythrocytes. Intravascular hemolysis drives the major clinical features of PNH, including anemia, hemoglobinuria, fatigue and other hemolysisrelated disabling symptoms, such as painful abdominal crises, dysphagia and erectile dysfunction. A peculiar thromboembolic risk has been associated with the hemolysis in PNH, but its pathophysiologic cause remains unclear. The treatment of PNH has remained supportive until a few years ago, when the first complement inhibitor, designated eculizumab, became available. Chronic treatment with eculizumab results in sustained control of intravascular hemolysis, leading to hemoglobin stabilization and transfusion independence in half of the patients. However, residual anemia may persist in a substantial fraction of patients. Recent observations by different groups, including our own, have demonstrated that residual hemolysis may be due to persistent activation of the early phases of the complement cascade, leading to progressive C3-deposition on PNH erythrocytes and possible subsequent extravascular hemolysis through the reticuloendothelial system. Here we critically review the available clinical results of eculizumab treatment for PNH patients, pointing out the recent insights into the pathophysiology of the disease. We discuss the role of the different components of the complement cascade leading to hemolysis, in both the absence and presence of the terminal effector pathway inhibition by eculizumab. Finally, we provide a theoretical rationale for the development of novel strategies of complement inhibition which could in the future further improve on the already substantial efficacy of eculizumab.
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Affiliation(s)
- A M Risitano
- Hematology, Department of Biochemistry and Medical Biotechnologies, Federico II University, Naples, Italy.
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