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Catelli C, Corzani R, Zanfrini E, Franchi F, Ghisalberti M, Ligabue T, Meniconi F, Monaci N, Galgano A, Mathieu F, Addamo E, Sarnicola N, Fabiano A, Paladini P, Luzzi L. RoboticAssisted (RATS) versus Video-Assisted (VATS) lobectomy: A monocentric prospective randomized trial. Eur J Surg Oncol 2023; 49:107256. [PMID: 37925829 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2023.107256] [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] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/17/2023] [Revised: 09/26/2023] [Accepted: 10/29/2023] [Indexed: 11/07/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The study aim is to compare Video-Assisted (VATS) and Robotic-Assisted (RATS) lobectomy in the effort to identify advantages and limits of robotic procedures considering the high costs and specific surgeon training. MATERIALS AND METHODS This is a monocentric prospective randomized trial in which patients suitable for mini-invasive lobectomy were randomized 1:2 in two groups: Group A, RATS (25 patients), and Group B, VATS (50 patients). The two groups were compared in terms of perioperative and postoperative results with a mean follow up of 37.9 (±10.9) months. RESULTS We observed a significant reduction of pleural effusion on day 1 (140 ml vs 214, p = 0.003) and day 2 (186 vs 321, p = 0.001) for group A. The Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) showed significantly lower pain in the 1st p.o. day in group A (0,92 vs 1,17, p = 0,005). Surgery time in Group B was significantly lower (160 min vs 180, p = 0.036), but had a higher onset of atrial fibrillation and other cardiac arrhythmias (0/25 vs 9/50, p = 0.038). The OS and DFS were similar between the two groups (95.5 % vs 93.1 %, and 95.5 % vs 89.7 %, respectively). Furthermore, no statistical difference in the evaluation of quality of life during follow-up was found. CONCLUSIONS The RATS approach, although burdened by higher surgical costs, constitutes a valid alternative to VATS; as it determines a lower inflammatory insult, with a consequent reduction in pleural effusion, less post-operative pain and cardiological comorbidities for the patient, it can potentially determine the shortening in hospitalization. In addition, RATS allows accurate lymph node dissection, which permit to reach results that are not inferior to VATS in terms of long-term outcomes.
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- C Catelli
- Division of Thoracic Surgery, Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery and Vascular Sciences, Padua University Hospital, University of Padua, Via Giustiniani 1, Padua, PD, Italy.
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Medicine, Surgery and Neuroscience, Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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Paglicci L, Borgo V, Lanzarone N, Fabbiani M, Cassol C, Cusi MG, Valassina M, Scolletta S, Bargagli E, Marchetti L, Paladini P, Luzzi L, Fossi A, Bennett D, Montagnani F. Incidence and risk factors for respiratory tract bacterial colonization and infection in lung transplant recipients. Eur J Clin Microbiol Infect Dis 2021; 40:1271-1282. [PMID: 33479881 PMCID: PMC8139905 DOI: 10.1007/s10096-021-04153-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 01/06/2021] [Indexed: 01/06/2023]
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To evaluate incidence of and risk factors for respiratory bacterial colonization and infections within 30 days from lung transplantation (LT). We retrospectively analyzed microbiological and clinical data from 94 patients transplanted for indications other than cystic fibrosis, focusing on the occurrence of bacterial respiratory colonization or infection during 1 month of follow-up after LT. Thirty-three percent of patients developed lower respiratory bacterial colonization. Bilateral LT and chronic heart diseases were independently associated to a higher risk of overall bacterial colonization. Peptic diseases conferred a higher risk of multi-drug resistant (MDR) colonization, while longer duration of aerosol prophylaxis was associated with a lower risk. Overall, 35% of lung recipients developed bacterial pneumonia. COPD (when compared to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, IPF) and higher BMI were associated to a lower risk of bacterial infection. A higher risk of MDR infection was observed in IPF and in patients with pre-transplant colonization and infections. The risk of post-LT respiratory infections could be stratified by considering several factors (indication for LT, type of LT, presence of certain comorbidities, and microbiologic assessment before LT). A wider use of early nebulized therapies could be useful to prevent MDR colonization, thus potentially lowering infectious risk.
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- L Paglicci
- Department of Medical Sciences, Infectious and Tropical Diseases Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Medical Sciences, Infectious and Tropical Diseases Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences & Neurosciences, Respiratory Diseases and Lung Transplantation Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Medical Sciences, Infectious and Tropical Diseases Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Medical Sciences, Infectious and Tropical Diseases Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
- Department of Medical Biotechnologies, University of Siena, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Medical Biotechnologies, University of Siena, Siena, Italy
- Department of Innovation, Experimentation and Clinical Research, Microbiology and Virology Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Innovation, Experimentation and Clinical Research, Microbiology and Virology Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Emergency and Urgency, Medicine, Surgery and Neurosciences, Unit of Intensive Care Medicine, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences & Neurosciences, Respiratory Diseases and Lung Transplantation Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Cardio-Thoracic-Vascular Department, Anesthesia and Cardio-Thoracic-Vascular Intensive Care Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Cardio-Thoracic-Vascular Department, Thoracic Surgery Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Cardio-Thoracic-Vascular Department, Thoracic Surgery Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences & Neurosciences, Respiratory Diseases and Lung Transplantation Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences & Neurosciences, Respiratory Diseases and Lung Transplantation Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy
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- Department of Medical Sciences, Infectious and Tropical Diseases Unit, Siena University Hospital, Siena, Italy.
- Department of Medical Biotechnologies, University of Siena, Siena, Italy.
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Schiavon M, Camagni S, Venuta F, Rosso L, Boffini M, Parisi F, Bertani A, Meloni F, Paladini P, Faccioli E, Colledan M, Diso D, Cattaneo M, Scalini F, Alfieri S, Morosini M, Luzzi L, Lorenzoni G, Dell'Amore A, Rea F. A Multicentric Evaluation of Pediatric Lung Transplantation in Italy. J Heart Lung Transplant 2021. [DOI: 10.1016/j.healun.2021.01.997] [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: 11/25/2022] Open
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Porcellini G, Micheloni GM, Tarallo L, Paladini P, Merolla G, Catani F. Custom-made reverse shoulder arthroplasty for severe glenoid bone loss: review of the literature and our preliminary results. J Orthop Traumatol 2021; 22:2. [PMID: 33464425 PMCID: PMC7815862 DOI: 10.1186/s10195-020-00564-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.7] [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: 02/21/2020] [Accepted: 12/24/2020] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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The treatment of severe glenoid bone loss in shoulder arthroplasty represents a challenge, and the results of current prosthetic designs with only glenoid fixation still remain unsatisfactory. In the past decade, customized glenoid prostheses have been developed to address severe glenoid arthritis and in the revision setting. In this review, we analyzed the current surgical options, the classification limits, past literature evidence, and our preliminary results of 6 patients (3 male, 3 female) treated with a reverse implant and custom-made glenoid implant (ProMade; LimaCorporate, Italy). Computer analysis of the residual shape and the amount of glenoid bone stock in association with new classifications could help the surgeon to obtain good clinical and radiological outcomes. The development of navigation systems could improve the adequacy of the implant and, thus, the reliability and longevity of the implant itself.
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- G Porcellini
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Ospedale Cervesi, Cattolica, RN, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Ospedale Cervesi, Cattolica, RN, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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Grasso F, De Leonibus L, Bertozzi M, Sica M, Angotti R, Luzzi L, Molinaro F, Messina M, Paladini P. Robotic-assisted thoracoscopy thymectomy for juvenile myasthenia gravis. Journal of Pediatric Surgery Case Reports 2020. [DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2020.101541] [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: 11/27/2022] Open
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Merolla G, Chillemi C, Franceschini V, Cerciello S, Ippolito G, Paladini P, Porcellini G. Tendon transfer for irreparable rotator cuff tears: indications and surgical rationale. Muscles Ligaments Tendons J 2019. [DOI: 10.32098/mltj.04.2014.06] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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- G. Merolla
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica – AUSl della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy
- Biomechanics laboratory “Marco Simoncelli”, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica - AUSl della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Cattolica, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Istituto Chirurgico Ortopedico Traumatologico (ICOT), Latina, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica – AUSl della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Sapienza University of Rome, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica – AUSl della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica – AUSl della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy
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Merolla G, Cerciello S, Paladini P, Porcellini G. Snapping scapula syndrome: current concepts review in conservative and surgical treatment. Muscles Ligaments Tendons J 2019. [DOI: 10.32098/mltj.02.2013.05] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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- G. Merolla
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Biomechanics laboratory “Marco Simoncelli” D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Biomechanics laboratory “Marco Simoncelli” D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Biomechanics laboratory “Marco Simoncelli” D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Biomechanics laboratory “Marco Simoncelli” D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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Padolino A, Porcellini G, Guollo B, Fabbri E, Kiran Kumar GN, Paladini P, Merolla G. Comparison of CFR-PEEK and conventional titanium locking plates for proximal humeral fractures: a retrospective controlled study of patient outcomes. Musculoskelet Surg 2018; 102:49-56. [PMID: 30343471 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-018-0562-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [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: 03/14/2018] [Accepted: 08/05/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Metal plates are the fixation devices used most frequently to proximal humeral fractures (PHFs). However, in recent years carbon fiber-reinforced polyetheretherketone (CFR-PEEK) plates have become increasingly common. This study compares the clinical and radiographic outcomes of 42 Neer three- and four-part PHFs treated with CFR-PEEK or metal (titanium) plates. MATERIALS AND METHODS Forty-two PHF patients were managed with CFR-PEEK plates (n = 21, males/females 9/12; mean age 57.4 years; mean follow-up 30.7 months; CFR-PEEK group) or metal plates (n = 21; males/females 7/14; mean age 55.8 years; mean follow-up 52.7 months; Metal group). Active shoulder mobility (anterior elevation, lateral elevation, external rotation, and internal rotation), the Constant-Murley Score, the Simple Shoulder Test Score, and the pain score were recorded. Preoperative computed tomography scans and X-rays were obtained. Postoperative fracture healing and displacement, tuberosity resorption and/or malposition, hardware position, and cortical thinning (CT) under the plate were assessed radiographically. RESULTS Shoulder mobility, clinical, and pain scores were similar in both patient groups. CT was significantly greater in CFR-PEEK patients (mean difference, 1.14 mm; p = 0.0003). In both groups, incomplete or poor calcar reduction was associated to a significantly higher complication rate, especially stiffness and muscle weakness (p = 0.016). The rate of tuberosity resorption was significantly higher in the Metal group (p = 0.040). Two patients required revision to a hemiarthroplasty (CFR-PEEK) and reverse arthroplasty (Metal group). CONCLUSIONS CFR-PEEK plates provide a viable alternative to conventional titanium plates in PHFs, ensuring similar clinical outcomes and a lower rate of tuberosity resorption, but they involve higher stress shielding under the plate.
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- A Padolino
- Shoulder and Elbow Unit, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna, Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Cattolica, Italy
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- Shoulder and Elbow Unit, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna, Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Cattolica, Italy
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- Shoulder and Elbow Unit, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna, Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Cattolica, Italy
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- Research and Innovation Department - AUSL della Romagna, Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Rimini, Italy
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- Shoulder and Elbow Unit, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna, Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Cattolica, Italy
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- Shoulder and Elbow Unit, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna, Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Cattolica, Italy
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- Shoulder and Elbow Unit, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna, Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Cattolica, Italy.
- Biomechanics Laboratory, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna, Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Cattolica, Italy.
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Merolla G, Paladini P, Porcellini G. Assessment of return to play in professional overhead athletes subjected to arthroscopic repair of rotator cuff tears and associated labral injuries using the Italian version of the Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic Shoulder and Elbow score. Musculoskelet Surg 2018; 102:29-34. [PMID: 29948936 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-018-0547-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [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: 03/02/2018] [Accepted: 06/06/2018] [Indexed: 06/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND The self-administered Kerlan-Jobe Orthopedic Clinic (KJOC) Shoulder and Elbow questionnaire is a reliable and sensitive outcome tool to assess upper extremity athletic performance and functional changes affecting return to play in overhead athletes. We report the results of a study of return to sport in professional overhead athletes at a mean follow-up of 2 years after arthroscopic repair of rotator cuff tears and associated labral injuries using the Italian version of the score. MATERIALS AND METHODS A total number of 38 patients completed the 10-item questionnaire before and after surgery. They were also asked (1) whether they had returned to play; (2) how many months after the operation they had done so; (3) the level of postoperative performance (preinjury or less); and (4) whether they had had to change sport due to their shoulder problems. RESULTS Significant differences were found (1) between preoperative and postoperative scores; (2) between the scores of patients who returned to play at preinjury level and those who merely returned to competition; and (3) between the postoperative subscores of 8/10 items, which were higher in the patients who returned to preinjury performance than in those who merely returned to play; the two items that were not significantly different between these subgroups concerned pain and joint stability. Even though item analysis highlighted a major role for athletic performance in recovery of preinjury performance, it also stressed that the athlete's relationship with coach, agent, and staff and his/her feeling of the extent to which the arm affects current performance significantly contribute to the final score. CONCLUSIONS The KJOC Shoulder and Elbow score provides an accurate and exhaustive assessment of the recovery of the athlete's shoulder in relation to preinjury performance and provides the surgeon with key information on the pros and cons of surgical management.
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- G Merolla
- Shoulder and Elbow Unit, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, AUSL della Romagna Ambito Rimini, Via L.V. Beethoven 5, 47841, Cattolica, Italy.
- Biomechanics Laboratory, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, Cattolica, Italy.
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- Shoulder and Elbow Unit, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, AUSL della Romagna Ambito Rimini, Via L.V. Beethoven 5, 47841, Cattolica, Italy
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- Orthopaedic and Trauma Unit, Policlinico di Modena, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
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Pegreffi F, Pellegrini A, Paladini P, Merolla G, Belli G, Velarde PU, Porcellini G. Deltoid muscle activity in patients with reverse shoulder prosthesis at 2-year follow-up. Musculoskelet Surg 2017; 101:129-135. [PMID: 29086336 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-017-0516-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [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: 02/28/2017] [Accepted: 10/09/2017] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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PURPOSE The reverse shoulder prosthesis (RSP) was developed to relieve pain and improve functional outcomes in patients with glenohumeral arthritis and deficiency of the rotator cuff. Even if clinical and functional outcomes regarding the use of the RSP were reported by literature, data concerning progressive deltoid adaptation to this non-anatomic implant are still missing. The purpose of our study was to correlate clinical and functional outcomes with deltoid fibers activity and muscle fatigability in patients with reverse shoulder prosthesis at 2 years follow-up. METHODS Twenty patients with reverse shoulder prosthesis due to symptomatic deficient or nonfunctional rotator cuff associated with osteoarthritis were referred by Cervesi Hospital Shoulder and Elbow Surgery Unit. Exclusion criteria were: axillary nerve palsy, a nonfunctioning deltoid muscle, diabetes, previous trauma, malignancy. Furthermore patients who received the RSP for revision arthroplasty, proximal humerus fractures were excluded. All the patients underwent clinical and functional evaluation with the support of electromyography measurement focused on deltoid activity. RESULTS RSP surgical treatment in shoulder osteoarthritis confirms his good outcome in terms of pain relief. At 2 years anterior and lateral deltoid electromyographic activity was significantly lower compared with contralateral side (p < 0.001). Posterior deltoid activity was no detectable. Range of motion at 2 years of follow-up decreased in terms of forward flexion (p = 0.045), abduction (p = 0.03) and external rotation (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Our study demonstrates that even if the patients remain pain-free, progressive deterioration of the deltoid activity is unavoidable and may lead to poor functional outcomes overtime.
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- Unit of Shoulder Surgery, Biomechanics Laboratory, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy.
- Parma University, Via Gramsci 14, 43100, Parma, Italy.
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- Unit of Shoulder Surgery, Biomechanics Laboratory, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder Surgery, Biomechanics Laboratory, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Fisiokinè Medical Center, Scandiano, Reggio Emilia, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder Surgery, Biomechanics Laboratory, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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Schiavon M, Faggi G, Rosso L, Luzzi L, Marulli G, Di Gregorio G, Gregori D, Nosotti M, Damarco F, Bennet D, Fossi A, Paladini P, Santambrogio L, Rea F. P-128OUTCOMES AND RISK FACTOR IDENTIFICATION IN URGENT LUNG TRANSPLANTATION: A MULTICENTRIC STUDY. Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg 2017. [DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivx280.128] [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: 11/12/2022] Open
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Pellegrini A, Tonino P, Salazar D, Hendrix K, Parel I, Cutti A, Paladini P, Ceccarelli F, Porcellini G. Can posterior capsular stretching rehabilitation protocol change scapula kinematics in asymptomatic baseball pitchers? Musculoskelet Surg 2016; 100:39-43. [PMID: 27900708 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-016-0416-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [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: 03/23/2016] [Accepted: 06/19/2016] [Indexed: 06/06/2023]
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PURPOSE Scapular dyskinesis is a recognized cause of shoulder pain in the throwing shoulder of baseball pitchers and athletes who participate in overhead sports. Past studies have assessed scapular kinematics using electromagnetic tracking devices and have shown a correlation between posterior shoulder tightness and forward scapular posture. The purpose of our study is to evaluate the scapular kinematics, before and after a 4-week posterior stretching protocol in asymptomatic pitchers. METHOD Eleven asymptomatic collegiate baseball pitchers were involved in the study and divided into group A (6 pitchers) underwent 4 weeks of a regimented therapy protocol and group B (5 pitchers) did not receive any treatment. Each pitcher was tested on two separate days: at the first day of the study (S1) and after 4 weeks (S2). RESULTS The results demonstrate that there are statistically significant differences in the kinematics of several athletes from the "treated group" (group A) between S1 and S2. It is also important to notice that variations in group A occurred in both flexextension and ab/adduction movements, strengthening the conclusion that the variation was real. CONCLUSION The results of the study can indicate that, in order to prevent the pathologic cascade linked to these sports activities, this physical training protocol might become integral part of the normal daily exercises of baseball pitchers and overhead athletes. Level of evidence II.
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- A Pellegrini
- Department of Surgical Sciences, Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic, University of Parma, Via Gramsci 14, 43126, Parma, Italy.
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- Sport Medicine, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Sport Medicine, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Sport Medicine, Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Shoulder Surgery Unit, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Shoulder Surgery Unit, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Shoulder Surgery Unit, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Department of Surgical Sciences, Orthopedics and Traumatology Clinic, University of Parma, Via Gramsci 14, 43126, Parma, Italy
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- Shoulder Surgery Unit, Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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Claessen FMAP, Stoop N, Doornberg JN, Guitton TG, van den Bekerom MPJ, Ring D, Chauhan A, Wahegaonkar A, Shafritz A, Garcia G A, Miller A, Barquet A, Kristan A, Apard T, Armstrong A, Berner A, Jubel A, Kreis B, Babis C, Sutker B, Sears B, Nolan B, Crist B, Cross B, Wills B, Barreto C, Ekholm C, Swigart C, Oliveira Miranda C, Manke C, Zalavras C, Goldfarb C, Cassidy C, Walsh C, Jones C, Garnavos C, Young C, Moreno-Serrano C, Lomita C, Klostermann C, van Deurzen D, Rikli D, Polatsch D, Beingessner D, Drosdowech D, Eygendaal D, Patel M, Brilej D, Walbeehm E, Ballas E, Ibrahim E, Melamed E, Stojkovska Pemovska E, Hofmeister E, Hammerberg E, Kaplan F, Suarez F, Fernandes C, Lopez-Gonzalez F, Walter F, Frihagen F, Kraan G, Kontakis G, Dyer G, Kohut G, Panagopoulos G, Hernandez G, Porcellini G, Bayne G, Merrell G, DeSilva G, Della Rocca G, Bamberger H, Broekhuyse H, Durchholz H, Kodde I, McGraw I, Harris I, Pountos I, Wiater J, Choueka J, Kazanjian J, Gillespie J, Biert J, Fanuele J, Johnson J, Greenberg J, Abrams J, Hall J, Fischer J, Scheer J, Itamura J, Capo J, Braman J, Rubio J, Ortiz J, Filho J, Nolla J, Abboud J, Conflitti J, Abzug J, Patiño J, Rodríguez Roiz J, Adams J, Bishop J, Kabir K, Chivers K, Prommersberger K, Egol K, Rumball K, Dickson K, Jeray K, Poelhekke L, Campinhos L, Mica L, Borris L, Adolfsson L, Schulte L, Elmans L, Lane L, Paz L, Taitsman L, Guenter L, Austin L, Waseem M, Palmer M, Abdel-Ghany M, Richard M, Rizzo M, Pirpiris M, Di Micoli M, Bonczar M, Loebenberg M, Richardson M, Mormino M, Menon M, Soong M, Wood M, Meylaerts S, Darowish M, Nancollas M, Prayson M, Grafe M, Kessler M, Kaminaris M, Pirela-Cruz M, Mckee M, Merchant M, Tyllianakis M, Shafi M, Powell A, Shortt N, Felipe N, Parnes N, Bijlani N, Elias N, Akabudike N, Rossiter N, Lasanianos N, Kanakaris N, Brink O, van Eerten P, Paladini P, Martineau P, Appleton P, Levin P, Althausen P, Evans P, Jebson P, Krause P, Schandelmaier P, Peters A, Dantuluri P, Blazar P, Andreas P, Inna P, Quell M, Ramli R, de Bedout R, Ranade A, Ashish S, Smith R, Babst R, Omid R, Buckley R, Jenkinson R, Gilbert R, Page R, Papandrea R, Zura R, Gray R, Wagenmakers R, Pesantez R, van Riet R, Calfee R, van Helden S, Bouaicha S, Kakar S, Kaplan S, Scott F, Kaar S, Mitchell S, Rowinski S, Dodds S, Kennedy S, Beldner S, Schepers T, Guitton T, Gosens T, Baxamusa T, Taleb C, Tosounidis T, Wyrick T, Begue T, DeCoster T, Dienstknecht T, Varecka T, Mittlmeier T, Fischer T, Chesser T, Omara T, Bafus T, Siff T, Havlicek T, Sabesan V, Nikolaou V, Philippe V, Giordano V, Vochteloo A, Batson W, Hammert W, Satora W, Weil Y, Ruch D, Marsh L, Swiontkowski M, Hurwit S. Interpretation of Post-operative Distal Humerus Radiographs After Internal Fixation: Prediction of Later Loss of Fixation. J Hand Surg Am 2016; 41:e337-e341. [PMID: 27522299 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhsa.2016.07.094] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [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] [Received: 11/30/2015] [Revised: 04/17/2016] [Accepted: 07/13/2016] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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PURPOSE Stable fixation of distal humerus fracture fragments is necessary for adequate healing and maintenance of reduction. The purpose of this study was to measure the reliability and accuracy of interpretation of postoperative radiographs to predict which implants will loosen or break after operative treatment of bicolumnar distal humerus fractures. We also addressed agreement among surgeons regarding which fracture fixation will loosen or break and the influence of years in independent practice, location of practice, and so forth. METHODS A total of 232 orthopedic residents and surgeons from around the world evaluated 24 anteroposterior and lateral radiographs of distal humerus fractures on a Web-based platform to predict which implants would loosen or break. Agreement among observers was measured using the multi-rater kappa measure. RESULTS The sensitivity of prediction of failure of fixation of distal humerus fracture on radiographs was 63%, specificity was 53%, positive predictive value was 36%, the negative predictive value was 78%, and accuracy was 56%. There was fair interobserver agreement (κ = 0.27) regarding predictions of failure of fixation of distal humerus fracture on radiographs. Interobserver variability did not change when assessed for the various subgroups. CONCLUSIONS When experienced and skilled surgeons perform fixation of type C distal humerus fracture, the immediate postoperative radiograph is not predictive of fixation failure. Reoperation based on the probability of failure might not be advisable. TYPE OF STUDY/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Diagnostic III.
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- Femke M A P Claessen
- Orthopaedic Hand and Upper Extremity Service, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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- Orthopaedic Hand and Upper Extremity Service, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
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- Orthotrauma Research Center Amsterdam, University of Amsterdam Orthopaedic Residency Program, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Orthotrauma Research Center Amsterdam, University of Amsterdam Orthopaedic Residency Program, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Orthopaedic Hand and Upper Extremity Service, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA.
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Morey VM, Singh H, Paladini P, Merolla G, Phadke V, Porcellini G. The Porcellini test: a novel test for accurate diagnosis of posterior labral tears of the shoulder: comparative analysis with the established tests. Musculoskelet Surg 2016; 100:199-205. [PMID: 27591779 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-016-0422-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [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: 01/06/2016] [Accepted: 08/23/2016] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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QUESTIONS/PURPOSES Although the posterior labral tears of the shoulder are known for their disabling clinical course, especially in overhead athletes, no clinical test used in isolation can diagnose it accurately in the preoperative period. We wanted to: (1) introduce "Porcellini test" with its radiological verification furnishing the anatomical basis of its mechanism; (2) determine its accuracy; and (3) compare its accuracy with that of the other established tests for diagnosing posterior labral tears of the shoulder. METHODS To determine the anatomical basis, we initially performed radiological verification of our test. Then, we evaluated its accuracy in a retrospective case-controlled study on 310 consecutive patients who underwent shoulder arthroscopic procedures at our hospital between January 2013 and December 2013. All patients were examined preoperatively for Porcellini test, and the presence of posterior labral tear was confirmed on arthroscopy. Later, in a cohort study on 91 consecutive patients who underwent shoulder arthroscopic procedures, we compared its accuracy with O'Brien's test, the Kim test, the Jerk test, and the Load and Shift test. The accuracy was interpreted in terms of sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values. RESULTS The radiological verification conferred the anatomical basis for the mechanism of the Porcellini test. This new test showed high accuracy for posterior labral tears with sensitivity of 100 %, specificity of 99.3 %, the positive and negative predictive values of 92.6 and 100 %, respectively. Also, it had superior accuracy results than every other test. The interexaminer reliability for all test results was found to be >0.80. CONCLUSIONS We propose "Porcellini test" as a simple, accurate, reproducible, and reliable test for the preoperative diagnosis of posterior labral tears of shoulder.
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- V M Morey
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Department of Orthopedics, National University Hospital Singapore, 5 Lower Kent Ridge Rd, Singapore, 119074, Singapore.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Indian Spinal Injuries Center, New Delhi, India
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Rimini, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Rimini, Italy
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- Department of Clinical Research, Indian Spinal Injuries Center, New Delhi, India
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Rimini, Italy
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Merolla G, Chin P, Sasyniuk TM, Paladini P, Porcellini G. Total shoulder arthroplasty with a second-generation tantalum trabecular metal-backed glenoid component: Clinical and radiographic outcomes at a mean follow-up of 38 months. Bone Joint J 2016; 98-B:75-80. [PMID: 26733518 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.98b1.36620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [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: 11/05/2022]
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AIMS We evaluated clinical and radiographic outcomes of total shoulder arthroplasty (TSA) using the second-generation Trabecular Metal (TM) Glenoid component. The first generation component was withdrawn in 2005 after a series of failures were reported. Between 2009 and 2012, 40 consecutive patients with unilateral TSA using the second-generation component were enrolled in this clinical study. The mean age of the patients was 63.8 years (40 to 75) and the mean follow-up was 38 months (24 to 42). METHODS Patients were evaluated using the Constant score (CS), the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) score and routine radiographs. RESULTS Significant differences were found between the pre- and post-operative CS (p = 0.003), ASES (p = 0.009) scores and CS subscores of pain (p < 0.001), strength (p < 0.001) and mobility items (p < 0.05). No glenoid or humeral components migrated. Posterior thinning of the keel and slight wear at the polyethylene-TM interface was observed in one patient but was asymptomatic. Radiolucent lines were found around three humeral (< 1.5 mm) and two glenoid components (< 1 mm) and all were asymptomatic. DISCUSSION TSA with the second-generation TM Glenoid component results in satisfactory to excellent clinical performance, function, and subjective satisfaction at a mean follow-up of about three years. Radiographic changes were few and did not affect the outcome. TAKE HOME MESSAGE This paper highlights that the second generation Trabecular Metal Glenoid has better outcomes than those reported with the first-generation component.
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- G Merolla
- "D. Cervesi" Hospital, AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy
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- University of British Columbia, Vancouver, University of British Columbia, Canada
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- University of British Columbia, Vancouver, University of British Columbia, Canada
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- "D. Cervesi" Hospital, AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy
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- "D. Cervesi" Hospital, AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Italy
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Claessen FMAP, van den Ende KIM, Doornberg JN, Guitton TG, Eygendaal D, van den Bekerom MPJ, Schep N, Boerboom A, van der Pluim M, Wagener M, Beumer A, Kloen P, Keijser C, van Deurzen D, Mansat P, Somford M, Jaspars C, Kolovich G, Cheung J, van Tongel A, Blokzijl R, Heijnk A, Alta T, Lambers Heerspink O, van Deurzen-van Dijk P, van Noort A, Lisowski L, Ekholm C, Shafritz A, Garrigues G, Porcellini G, Mazzocca A, Kaar S, Duncan S, Patel M, Patiño J, Paladini P. Osteochondritis dissecans of the humeral capitellum: reliability of four classification systems using radiographs and computed tomography. J Shoulder Elbow Surg 2015; 24:1613-8. [PMID: 25953486 DOI: 10.1016/j.jse.2015.03.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [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] [Received: 01/29/2015] [Revised: 03/18/2015] [Accepted: 03/18/2015] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The radiographic appearance of osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) of the humeral capitellum varies according to the stage of the lesion. It is important to evaluate the stage of OCD lesion carefully to guide treatment. We compared the interobserver reliability of currently used classification systems for OCD of the humeral capitellum to identify the most reliable classification system. METHODS Thirty-two musculoskeletal radiologists and orthopaedic surgeons specialized in elbow surgery from several countries evaluated anteroposterior and lateral radiographs and corresponding computed tomography (CT) scans of 22 patients to classify the stage of OCD of the humeral capitellum according to the classification systems developed by (1) Minami, (2) Berndt and Harty, (3) Ferkel and Sgaglione, and (4) Anderson on a Web-based study platform including a Digital Imaging and Communications in Medicine viewer. Magnetic resonance imaging was not evaluated as part of this study. We measured agreement among observers using the Siegel and Castellan multirater κ. RESULTS All OCD classification systems, except for Berndt and Harty, which had poor agreement among observers (κ = 0.20), had fair interobserver agreement: κ was 0.27 for the Minami, 0.23 for Anderson, and 0.22 for Ferkel and Sgaglione classifications. The Minami Classification was significantly more reliable than the other classifications (P < .001). CONCLUSIONS The Minami Classification was the most reliable for classifying different stages of OCD of the humeral capitellum. However, it is unclear whether radiographic evidence of OCD of the humeral capitellum, as categorized by the Minami Classification, guides treatment in clinical practice as a result of this fair agreement.
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- Femke M A P Claessen
- Orthotrauma Research Center Amsterdam, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands; Hand and Upper Extremity Service, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA, USA.
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- Orthotrauma Research Center Amsterdam, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Orthotrauma Research Center Amsterdam, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Upper Limb Unit, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amphia Hospital, Breda, The Netherlands
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Merolla G, Dellabiancia F, Ingardia A, Paladini P, Porcellini G. Co-analgesic therapy for arthroscopic supraspinatus tendon repair pain using a dietary supplement containing Boswellia serrata and Curcuma longa: a prospective randomized placebo-controlled study. Musculoskelet Surg 2015; 99 Suppl 1:S43-S52. [PMID: 25957549 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-015-0364-1] [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] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/21/2015] [Accepted: 03/14/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND The cuff tendon that is most prone to full-thickness rotator cuff tears is the supraspinatus (SSP). Arthroscopic SSP repair ensures good to satisfactory mid- to long-term clinical outcomes. However, the intense postoperative pain reduces rehabilitation compliance and is cause of patient dissatisfaction. Many natural compounds act by inhibiting inflammatory pathways in a similar way to anti-inflammatory drugs MATERIALS AND METHODS This was a prospective randomized trial designed to assess the analgesic effect of a dietary supplement (DS) containing Boswellia serrata and Curcuma longa in a population of subjects with full-thickness SSP tendon tear treated by arthroscopy. Three weeks before surgery, patients were randomized to receive Tendisulfur(®) (group T) or a placebo (group P) for 2 months. The primary outcome measure was subjective VAS pain. Secondary outcomes measures were Constant-Murley score simple shoulder test, and patient global assessment (PGA) scores. Patients were assessed immediately at baseline and subsequently at 1, 2, 4, 6, 8, 12, and 24 weeks. RESULTS Stratification of pain scores and subscores demonstrated significantly lower overall pain scores in group T versus group P at 1 week (p = 0.0477), and lower but not significantly different scores on week 2 (p = 0.0988); at subsequent time points, differences were not significant (p > 0.05). PGA scores were good in all subjects. CONCLUSIONS In conclusion, this study provides objective data on the effect of a DS containing natural substances, added to standard analgesics, on postoperative RC pain. DS alleviated short and partially mid-term pain, while long-term pain was unchanged. This limitation can probably be addressed by a dosage increase over the first 4 weeks and by extending treatment by 1 or 2 months.
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- G Merolla
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Via L. v. Beethoven 5, 47841, Cattolica, Italy.
- "Marco Simoncelli" Biomechanics Laboratory, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, Cattolica, Cattolica, Italy.
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- "Marco Simoncelli" Biomechanics Laboratory, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, Cattolica, Cattolica, Italy
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- Unit of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care, Riccione and Cattolica Hospitals - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Cattolica, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Via L. v. Beethoven 5, 47841, Cattolica, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Via L. v. Beethoven 5, 47841, Cattolica, Italy
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Visonà E, Paladini P, Merolla G, Cerciello S, Porcellini G. Strength recovery after arthroscopic anterosuperior cuff repair: analysis of a consecutive series. Musculoskelet Surg 2015; 99 Suppl 1:S37-S42. [PMID: 25957552 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-015-0369-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [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: 01/21/2015] [Accepted: 03/06/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to look at the functional outcomes of arthroscopic repair of anterosuperior rotator cuff tears. METHODS Sixty-one patients who underwent arthroscopic repair of anterosuperior cuff tears were retrospectively reviewed. At a minimum 6 months of follow-up, shoulder functional outcome scores including the Constant score (CS), simple shoulder test (SST) and visual analogic scale (VAS) were collected. Strength recovery for supraspinatus and subscapularis was investigated. RESULTS All patients (mean age 59 ± 7) were available at a mean follow-up of 18 ± 7 months. The average CS improved from 30.8 ± 10.2 preoperatively to 76.5 ± 12.0 postoperatively, average SST from 2.6 ± 2.0 to 8.8 ± 2.9 and average VAS pain scale from 3.8 ± 1 to 0.5 ± 0.5 (p < 0.0001). Strength at belly-press and Jobe tests significantly improved (p < 0.0001). All patients with the exception of one were satisfied with the intervention. CONCLUSIONS Arthroscopic repair of anterosuperior rotator cuff tears provides a significant improvement in pain relief and shoulder function. Strength recovery is demonstrated in medium correlation with tendon healing.
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- E Visonà
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, RN, Italy.
- ULSS 17, Ospedale di Este, via San Fermo 10, Este, PD, Italy.
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, RN, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, RN, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, RN, Italy
- Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, RN, Italy
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Merolla G, Buononato C, Chillemi C, Paladini P, Porcellini G. Arthroscopic joint debridement and capsular release in primary and post-traumatic elbow osteoarthritis: a retrospective blinded cohort study with minimum 24-month follow-up. Musculoskelet Surg 2015; 99 Suppl 1:S83-S90. [PMID: 25957550 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-015-0365-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [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: 02/02/2015] [Accepted: 03/19/2015] [Indexed: 06/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Elbow osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative condition which in the advanced stage can severely impair joint mobility. Conservative treatment remains the first choice; surgery should be considered in case of failure in patients prepared to adhere to a demanding rehabilitation protocol. We assess the effectiveness of arthroscopic joint debridement and capsular release in a series of patients with primary and post-traumatic elbow arthritis. MATERIALS AND METHODS Forty-eight subjects (40 males, eight females; mean age 48 years) with a preoperative diagnosis of primary (19, 40 %) or post-traumatic OA (29, 60 %) were evaluated at a mean follow-up of 44 months. Outcome measures were active range of motion (ROM), pain score, Oxford elbow score (OES), and Mayo elbow performance score (MEPS). OA severity was graded into three classes (I-III) based on X-ray findings. Statistical significance was set at 5 %. RESULTS At the final follow-up evaluation, active flexion/extension increased significantly (p < 0.01); pronation and supination improved, but the difference was not significant (p > 0.05). The pain score improved from 7.2 to 4.3 (p < 0.01). Both OES and MEPS improved significantly (p < 0.001). Patients with post-traumatic OA had better ROM (p = 0.0391) and clinical scores (OES, p = 0.011; MEPS, p = 0.010). ROM and clinical scores were lower but not significantly so in class II than in class I patients. A smooth coronoid and olecranon fossa was found in 38 (79 %) patients and a preserved ulnotrochlear joint space in 40 (80 %). CONCLUSIONS Elbow OA has become more common as a result of earlier diagnosis and an increased number of acute injuries involving the joint. Arthroscopy is an effective technique to treat OA which provides the best results with the correct indications. Prospective studies are needed to help develop guidelines enabling selection of the best treatment option.
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- G Merolla
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, 47841, Cattolica, Italy.
- "Marco Simoncelli" Biomechanics Laboratory, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, Cattolica, Italy.
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, 47841, Cattolica, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Istituto Chirurgico Ortopedico Traumatologico (ICOT), Latina, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, 47841, Cattolica, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, "D. Cervesi" Hospital, Cattolica - AUSL della Romagna Ambito Territoriale di Rimini, 47841, Cattolica, Italy
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Nalbone L, Adelfio R, D'Arienzo M, Ingrassia T, Nigrelli V, Zabbara F, Paladini P, Campi F, Pellegrini A, Porcellini G. Optimal positioning of the humeral component in the reverse shoulder prosthesis. Musculoskelet Surg 2014; 98:135-142. [PMID: 23719768 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-013-0274-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [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: 11/16/2012] [Accepted: 05/16/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Total reverse shoulder arthroplasty is becoming more and more the standard therapeutic practice for glenohumeral arthropathy with massive lesions of the rotator cuff. The biomechanical principle of this prosthesis is represented by the reversion of the normal anatomy of the shoulder joint. This non-anatomical prosthesis leads to a medialization of the rotation centre of the glenohumeral joint and also to a distalization of the humeral head. All that causes a deltoid tension increasing so allowing a larger abduction of the arm. Main complications of the reverse shoulder prosthesis are due to the joint instability, the scapular notching and the wear of the polyethylene insert. PURPOSE The main goal of the present work is to study the effect of the positioning of the humeral component on the intrinsic stability of the reverse shoulder prosthesis. In particular, through finite element method simulations, the variation of the stability ratio of the shoulder joint has been calculated for both vertical and horizontal dislocating loads depending on the humeral stem version angle. Moreover, in order to estimate the wear of the polyethylene cup, some analyses have been developed to calculate the pressures on the polyethylene insert. RESULTS The obtained results demonstrate the dislocation of a shoulder prosthesis and the wear of the polyethylene insert can be prevented or limited by conveniently varying the version angle of the humeral component.
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- L Nalbone
- Clinica Ortopedica e Traumatologica del Policlinico, 'Paolo Giaccone' Università degli Studi di Palermo, Palermo, Italy
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Luzzi L, Borrelli R, Ghisalberti M, Corzani R, Voltolini L, Paladini P, Ghiribelli C, Gotti G. P-226 * DOES BODY MASS INDEX IMPACT ON THE SURGICAL MANAGEMENT OR POSTOPERATIVE OUTCOME IN ROBOTIC THYMECTOMY? Interact Cardiovasc Thorac Surg 2014. [DOI: 10.1093/icvts/ivu167.226] [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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Mantovani M, Baudi P, Paladini P, Pellegrini A, Verdano MA, Porcellini G, Catani F. Gap formation in a transosseous rotator cuff repair as a function of bone quality. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 2014; 29:429-33. [PMID: 24530155 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2014.01.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [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] [Received: 08/26/2013] [Revised: 01/18/2014] [Accepted: 01/22/2014] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND The transosseous approach has been well known for a long time as a valid repair approach. Over time, various criticisms have been raised over this technique principally classifiable in two main categories: technical difficulty and related reproducibility in an arthroscopic environment, and repair stability (in the suture-bone contact area). About cyclic performance, several authors have conceived test setups with the aim of simulating a real environment in dynamic load conditions. The aim of this study was to monitor gap formation in a cyclic test setup. METHODS The performance (measured as gap formation) has been monitored as a function of bone density to verify the effect of the latter. The test blocks have been shaped using sawbones® test bricks (Malmo, Sweden) of different densities, and the following values have been tested: 10, 15, 20, 30 and 40pcf. FINDINGS The comparison has been made between the two groups: traditional transosseous and new approach with an interposed device. Regarding the traditional transosseous approach in a 10-pcf environment, not even the first loading cycle was completed, the whole bone bridge was destroyed in the first loading ramp and no further loading capability was present in the repair. By increasing the block density, the surface damage in the suture-block contact decreased. INTERPRETATION With this work, it has been demonstrated how the traditional transosseous approach is strongly influenced by the bone quality up to the point where, in certain conditions, a safe and reliable repair is not guaranteed.
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- Orthopedic and Traumatology Department, University of Modena, Modena, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Orthopedic and Traumatology Department, University of Parma, Parma, Italy.
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- Orthopedic and Traumatology Department, University of Parma, Parma, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Orthopedic and Traumatology Department, University of Modena, Modena, Italy
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Merolla G, Cerciello S, Paladini P, Porcellini G. Scapulothoracic arthroscopy for symptomatic snapping scapula: a prospective cohort study with two-year mean follow-up. Musculoskelet Surg 2014; 98 Suppl 1:41-47. [PMID: 24659193 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-014-0316-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [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: 10/26/2013] [Accepted: 02/14/2014] [Indexed: 06/03/2023]
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BACKGROUND Snapping scapula is characterized by crepitus between the scapula and the chest wall due to abnormal tissue at this site. Surgical treatment, when needed, may be either open or arthroscopic. The aim of this study was to evaluate prospectively the clinical outcomes of arthroscopic decompression in ten subjects with symptomatic snapping scapula. PATIENTS AND METHODS Ten subjects, five men and five women, mean age 24 years, were treated by arthroscopy after unsuccessful conservative management for 6 months. Clinical outcomes were evaluated with the Western Ontario Rotator Cuff (WORC) index, Constant-Murley score (CS), and simple shoulder test (SST). Follow-up was at 3 and 6 months; the final evaluation was conducted at a mean interval of 24 months. The final and preoperative X-rays were compared. RESULTS The WORC index increased significantly at 3 (p < 0.05), 6 (p < 0.01), and 24 months (p < 0.01). Similar outcomes were found for the CS at all 3 follow-up points (3 months, p < 0.05; 6 months, p < 0.01; 24 months, p < 0.01). Mean "yes" responses on the SST were 9.8 ± 1.4 at 3 months (p < 0.05), 10.2 ± 1.2 at 6 months (p < 0.01), and 10.6 ± 1.2 at 24 months (p < 0.01). X-ray examination depicted flattening of the anterior surface of the superior-medial angle of the scapula in the five patients who had had bone resection, whereas no significant difference with preoperative imaging was detected in the five patients who were managed by bursectomy and debridement alone. CONCLUSIONS Arthroscopy is a feasible and minimally invasive treatment for painful snapping scapula syndrome. Comparative clinical trials are needed to collect conclusive data to state that it is the most suitable treatment for this condition.
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- G Merolla
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy.
- Biomechanics Laboratory "Marco Simoncelli", D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy.
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Italy
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Pellegrini A, Tonino P, Paladini P, Cutti A, Ceccarelli F, Porcellini G. Motion analysis assessment of alterations in the scapulo-humeral rhythm after throwing in baseball pitchers. Musculoskelet Surg 2013; 97 Suppl 1:9-13. [PMID: 23595608 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-013-0253-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [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: 10/24/2012] [Accepted: 01/27/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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PURPOSE Throwing a baseball requires a coordinated sequence of scapula and humerus movements also called scapulo-humeral rhythm (SHR). Fatigue associated with repetitive throwing can lead to scapular dyskinesia, a recognized cause of shoulder disability in pitchers and overhead athletes. We introduce a novel device, the Xbus Kit, which can objectively assess scapular biomechanics and the effect of pitching on SHR. METHODS SHR was studied using the Xbus Kit (Xsens Technologies B.V., NL). Thirteen collegiate baseball pitchers (aged 20 ± 2.6) were studied, evaluating SHR in forward elevation and abduction in three sessions: before throwing (S1), after 60 pitches (S2) and 24 h after a pitching session (S3). RESULTS SHR changes were found in 85 % of pitchers (11 cases), and no changes were observed in 2 cases (15 %). We were able to subdivide pitchers into four groups, based on their response to pitching. CONCLUSION Repetitive movement of pitching leads to SHR changes and sometimes, incomplete restoration of normal shoulder biomechanics.
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- A Pellegrini
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Biomechanics Laboratory, D. Cervesi Hospital, Via Beethoven 46, Cattolica, Italy
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Merolla G, Bianchi P, Lollino N, Rossi R, Paladini P, Porcellini G. Clinical and radiographic mid-term outcomes after shoulder resurfacing in patients aged 50 years old or younger. Musculoskelet Surg 2013; 97 Suppl 1:23-29. [PMID: 23588832 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-013-0261-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [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: 12/22/2012] [Accepted: 03/03/2013] [Indexed: 06/02/2023]
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PURPOSE Humeral resurfacing is a treatment option to conventional shoulder arthroplasty, conferring the advantages to preserve the bone stock and the normal joint geometry. Aim of the current study was to report clinical and radiographic mid-term outcomes in a population of 60 patients, aged 50 years or younger, who underwent shoulder resurfacing in osteoarthritis. METHODS The mean age was 48 ± 8.4, 36 were male and 24 female, dominant arm in 43 cases. Glenoid arthritis was treated in 36 cases (60 %) using a meniscus allograft in 22 cases, biologic patch in 4 cases and microfractures in 10 cases. Clinical and radiographic assessment was performed with Constant-Murley score and standard X-ray. RESULTS At an average follow-up of 44 months, the mean values of the constant score increased of 30 points (p < 0.05), the pain decreased of 4.56 points (p < 0.05) and the Simple Shoulder Test increased of 4.3 points (p < 0.05). We found lower scores (p > 0.05) in 9 patients (15 %) treated for glenoid arthritis using homologous meniscus (7 cases) and biologic patch (2 cases). A significant narrowing of joint space (5.92 mm postoperative versus 1.65 mm at 37 months) (p < 0.05) was found in the 22 cases treated with meniscus interposition. In 4 cases with type A2 preoperative glenoid morphology and in 9 cases type B1, we registered significantly lower scores compared with the overall study population (p < 0.01). Five unsatisfied patients (7 %), underwent to meniscus removal and glenoid reaming in 3 cases and conversion in total shoulder arthroplasty in 2 cases. CONCLUSIONS Resurfacing arthroplasty is an effective device in young patients with advanced glenohumeral arthropathy; however, the high rate of postoperative glenoid erosion and the failure of biologic allograft lead us to consider glenoid replacement as the best option to improve clinical outcomes.
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- G Merolla
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Via L. Van Beethoven 1, Cattolica, RN, Italy.
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Voltolini L, Rapicetta C, Luzzi L, Paladini P, Ghiribelli C, Scolletta S, Fineschi M, Gotti G. Lung resection for non-small cell lung cancer after prophylactic coronary angioplasty and stenting: short- and long-term results. MINERVA CHIR 2012; 67:77-85. [PMID: 22361679] [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: 05/31/2023]
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AIM Recent studies have reported a high incidence of perioperative in-stent trombosis with myocardial infarction (MI), in patients undergoing non-cardiac surgery, early after coronary angioplasty and stenting. The short and long-term results of surgery for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) after prophylatic coronary angioplasty and stenting were analyzed. METHODS Prospective collected data were examined for postoperative complications and long-term survival in 16 consecutive patients who underwent mayor lung resection for NSCLC after prophylactic coronary angioplasty and stenting for significant coronary artery disease , from 2001 to 2008. One and two non-drug-eluting stents were placed in 75% or (25% of the patient, respectively. All patients had four weeks of dual antiplatelet therapy, that was discontinued 5 days prior to surgery and replaced by low molecular weight heparin. Patients were keep sedated and intubated overnight, according to our protocol. RESULTS There were no postoperative deaths nor MI. A patient experienced pulmonary embolism with moderate troponin release and underwent coronary angiography that showed patency of the stent. Two patients developed postoperative bleeding complications haemothorax requiring a re-thoracotomy in 1, gastric bleeding requiring blood transfusion in 1. At the mean follow-up of 30 months (range 3-95), none of the patients showed evidence of myocardial ischemia, while 5 (31%) patients died, mostly (N.=4) due to distant metastasis. The five-year survival rate was 53%. CONCLUSION In contrast to previous reports, lung resection after prophylactic coronary angioplasty and stenting is a safe and effective treatment for NSCLC and myocardial ischemia. The application of a refined protocol could be the key factor for improved results.
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Paladini P, Pellegrini A, Merolla G, Campi F, Porcellini G. Treatment of clavicle fractures. Transl Med UniSa 2012; 2:47-58. [PMID: 23905044 PMCID: PMC3728778] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022] Open
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Clavicle fractures are very common injuries in adults (2-5%) and children (10-15%) (1) and represent the 44-66% of all shoulder fractures (2). Despite the high frequency the choice of proper treatment is still a challenge for the orthopedic surgeon. With this review we wants to focus the attention on the basic epidemiology, anatomy, classification, evaluation and management of surgical treatments in relationship with the gravity of injuries. Both conservative and surgical management are possible, and surgeons must choose the most appropriate management modality according to the biologic age, functional demands, and type of lesion. We performed a review of the English literature thought PubMed to produce an evidence-based review of current concept and management of clavicle fracture. We finished taking a comparison with our survey in order to underline our direct experience.
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- P Paladini
- Corresponding author: Paolo Paladini, MD, Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica - Italy, Via L. V. Beethoven 46, 47841 Cattolica (RN). E-mail:
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Merolla G, Campi F, Paladini P, Cavagna E, Porcellini G. Multichannel computed tomography (MCCT) analysis of glenoid erosion in shoulder hemiarthroplasty: preliminary clinical applications. Musculoskelet Surg 2010; 94 Suppl 1:S71-7. [PMID: 20383684 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-010-0059-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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Glenoid wear following shoulder hemiarthroplasty (HA) has been reported around 80% in long-term follow-up studies. Radiographic analysis is useful to depict glenoid erosion but does not evaluate accurately glenoid bone loss. Multichannel computed tomography (MCCT) allows scanning with submillimeter section thickness through dense areas of glenoid bone, despite the presence of metallic prostheses. In this preliminary study, we performed a MCCT analysis of glenoid erosion, in 15 patients with painful shoulder HA, at an average follow-up of 5.5 years. Clinical scores were retrospectively assessed at an early (1 year), medium (2.5 years), and late (5.5 years) follow-up. We analyzed the following glenoid features: articular line space (ALS), glenoid length (bone stock), glenoid version, morphology of erosion (concentric, superior ed inferior tilt), and gross bone defects. Glenoid was retroversed in 13 patients (minimum 0 degrees maximum 8 degrees), antiversed in 2 patients (2 degrees and 6 degrees). Erosion was described as concentric in 13 patients, eccentric ("superior tilt") in 1 patient, biconcave in another patient. The mean glenoid length was 19.7 mm (min 16.4 max 22.7). Gross bone defects were described in six patients. The scores registered at latest follow-up showed a significant decrease compared with the values at 1 year (P < 0.001) and at 2.5 years (P < 0.001). The patients with glenoid erosion associated with gross defects and ALS <or=1.2 mm had lower scores for pain and lower scores for ROM (P < 0.01). Multidetector CT analysis establishes a new frontier in the postoperative management of shoulder arthroplasty, and its application in the glenoid analysis offers a significant contribution for the following reasons: qualitative and quantitative glenoid features are better seen because volume-rendering eliminates most streak artifacts and produces high-quality images; spatial information relative to the prosthetic devices and the relationship among hardware and bone can be better demonstrated; allows an accurate preoperative planning prior to starting with revision surgery.
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- G Merolla
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, RN, Italy.
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Tenconi S, Luzzi L, Paladini P, Voltolini L, Gallazzi MS, Granato F, Gotti G. Pleural granuloma mimicking malignancy 42 years after slurry talc injection for primary spontaneous pneumothorax. Eur Surg Res 2010; 44:201-3. [PMID: 20523052 DOI: 10.1159/000313503] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2009] [Accepted: 04/13/2010] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND Talc poudrage is considered a safe pleurodesis technique to improve the results of video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery in cases of primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP). METHODS We report the case of a patient with left pleural pseudo-nodular plaque and a high metabolic rate upon PET scan suspected for malignancy, occurring 42 years after slurry talc injection for conservative treatment of PSP. The patient presented with coughing, chest pain and weight loss. Thoracotomy was required to obtain a diagnosis and perform a complete pleurectomy. RESULTS Histology was conclusive for pleural talc granuloma. CONCLUSIONS Indications and possible complications of talc use in young patients with PSP, and the management of possible consequent pleural lesions suspected for malignancy, need to be investigated.
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- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy. tenconi.sara @ gmail.com
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Pellegrini A, Garofalo P, Cutti A, Parel I, Tonino P, Paladini P, Campi F, Porcellini G. D-3 Upper Limb Functional Evaluation on Baseball Pitchers Through a Portable 3D Tracking System Based on Inertial Sensors. J Biomech 2010. [DOI: 10.1016/s0021-9290(10)70154-8] [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: 11/16/2022]
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Granato F, Voltolini L, Spina D, Paladini P, Gallazzi M, Gotti G. VATS for congenital lobar emphysema: a case report. MINERVA CHIR 2009; 64:111-115. [PMID: 19202540] [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: 05/27/2023]
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UNLABELLED Congenital lobar emphysema (CLE) is a rare congenital lung disease consisting in overinflation of a pulmonary lobe. Adult onset of CLE is therefore unusual, often presented with mild symptoms. The authors report a very uncommon case of congenital segmental emphysema diagnosed in a 21-year-old non-smoking man because of recurrent right pneumothorax. Indication to pulmonary resection was established according to functional limitation, radiological findings of right upper lobe segmental emphysema with corresponding bronchial agenesia, scintigraphic result of extremely reduced ventilation and perfusion of lung emphysematous area and recurrency of pneumothorax. The intervention was carried out by 3-portal video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) using single-lung ventilation leading to determine precisely how much lung to resect thanks to the obvious and clear-cut distinction between functioning and non functioning parenchyma of the upper lobe. A stapler wedge resection by VATS was thus obtained, that, as far as the author's knowledge, it is the first case of endoscopic parenchymal sparing resection in CLE. Even though congenital lobar emphysema is rare, clinical awareness of this condition is important for early diagnosis and effective surgical treatment that in this case led to favourable RESULTS The VATS procedure seems to be an advantageous approach.
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- F Granato
- Thoracic Surgery Unit, Department of Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Surgery, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy.
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Merolla G, Campi F, Paladini P, Porcellini G. Surgical approach to acute pectoralis major tendon rupture. G Chir 2009; 30:53-57. [PMID: 19272235] [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: 05/27/2023]
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Pectoralis major rupture is a very uncommon injury first time described by Patissier in 1822. Tears are classified on the type (partial and complete) or on the site (tendinous, myotendinous junction, intramuscular). Ruptures are reported in young high-performance athletes as results of eccentric contractions of the musculotendinous unit. The most probable mechanism in elderly patients is a brisk tearing movement applied to stiff atrophic muscle. Injuries generally involve the sternal portion; the localization to the clavicular portion is rare and can be misdiagnosed as muscle sprain. Preoperative planning include MRI as gold standard regarding operative versus non operative treatment decisions. Surgical repair is recommended in cases of complete tears because of loss of strenght in adduction, flexion and internal rotation. Aim of the current study is to describe the surgical repair of acute pectoralis major tendon rupture in 5 patients. Surgery was performed through a modified delto-pectoral approach; pectoralis major tendon was attached at its anatomic insertion using two metallic anchors. The patient as been immobilized in a sling for 30 days and then assisted physiotherapy begun; strenght exercises were allowed at 90 days. At a mean follow-up of 24 months results were excellent in all cases with restoration of strenght and coming back to previously sports activity.
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- G Merolla
- D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica (RN), Italy
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Merolla G, Staffa G, Paladini P, Campi F, Porcellini G. Endoscopic approach to cubital tunnel syndrome. J Neurosurg Sci 2008; 52:93-98. [PMID: 18636055] [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: 05/26/2023]
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The cubital tunnel syndrome is one of the most common entrapment neuropathy of the upper limb. The ulnar nerve can be compressed in the oteofibrous tunnel by the bone structures, the Osborne's ligament, the fascia of the ulnar flexor muscle of the carpus or of the aponeurosis of the deep flexor of the fingers. Pressure values in the cubital tunnel >50 mm Hg induce blocking of intraneural circulation with electrodiagnostic modifications, clinical signs and histological changes including demyelinazion of the nerve proximal to the cubital tunnel. Surgery becomes essential in case of failure of conservative and physical therapy. Various surgical techniques have been described in the literature for the treatment of the ulnar neuropathy at the elbow. In this paper the authors report a new endoscopic technique for the treatment of ulnar nerve entrapment at the elbow which requires respect of specific electrodiagnostic and clinical criteria of inclusion. The restored joint active motion following elbow arthroscopy in osteoarthritis can induce or get worse a ulnar nerve neuropathy; endoscopy neurolysis is essential to remove perineural adherences and reduces the nerve stress. Immediate well-being of the patient, lesser invasiveness and minimum vascular complications are clear advantages of the endoscopic approach, while the treatment of the pathologies proximal and distal to the Struther's arcade is a limit of the technique.
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- G Merolla
- Unit of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, D. Cervesi Hospital, Cattolica, Rimini, Italy.
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Campione A, Ligabue T, Luzzi L, Ghiribelli C, Paladini P, Voltolini L, Di Bisceglie M, D'Agata A, Gotti G. Late outcome and perioperative complications for surgery of locally recurrent bronchogenic carcinoma. J Cardiovasc Surg (Torino) 2005; 46:515-8. [PMID: 16278644] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/05/2023]
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AIM Many doubts involve a 2(nd) surgical approach for local relapse of non small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) since iterative resections represent a well-recognized treatment in second primary lung cancer (SPLC). METHODS The medical reports of patients who underwent surgical resection, between 1988 and 2002, were reviewed. All patients submitted to 2(nd) operation were examined according to Martini and Melamed criteria to distinguish between local recurrence and second primary lung cancer. RESULTS Complete resection for NSCLC was performed in 1 386 patients. Nineteen patients were submitted to surgery for local recurrence (17 men and 2 women) and mean age at the time of 1(st) operation was 61 years (range 41-78 years). The 1(st) operation consisted of lobectomy in 15 cases, anatomical segmentectomy in 2 and wedge resection in 2. The 2(nd) pulmonary resection was completion pneumonectomy in 16 cases, completion lobectomy in 2, wedge resection in 1. Major complications occurred in 26% and overall hospital mortality was 5%. Five-year survival after 2(nd) intervention was 31% and median survival 27 months. Survival was better when the time between 1(st) resection and cancer relapse was longer than 14 months and when recurrence was intrapulmonary. CONCLUSIONS A new malignant lesion can be operated if it is solitary and intrapulmonary, if accurate staging is negative and if the patient is able to go through 2(nd) surgery from cardiopulmonary evaluation.
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- A Campione
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy.
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Salvi AE, Paladini P, Campi F, Porcellini G. The Bristow-Latarjet method in the treatment of shoulder instability that cannot be resolved by arthroscopy. A review of the literature and technical-surgical aspects. Chir Organi Mov 2005; 90:353-64. [PMID: 16878770] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/11/2023]
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Arthroscopy has surpassed traditional types of open surgery in the treatment of shoulder instability because of its mini-invasiveness and shorter rehabilitation time. Despite this, in some cases, such as those involving significant glenoid erosions and extensive capsular lesions, arthroscopic methods fail the objectives, and methods that were believed to have been surpassed are again used, such as the Bristow-Laterjet procedure. It is the purpose of this article to describe use of the method in light of the possibilities offered by arthroscopy.
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- A E Salvi
- Azienda Ospedaliera Mellino Mellini, Presidio Ospedaliero di Iseo (Brescia) Divisione di Ortopedia e di Traumatologia.
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Porcellini G, Paladini P, Campi F, Merolla G. Arthroscopic neurolysis of the ulnar nerve at the elbow. Chir Organi Mov 2005; 90:191-200. [PMID: 16422245] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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Cubital tunnel syndrome is a frequent form of neuropathy caused by entrapment of the upper limb. Conservative treatment and physical therapy are the treatment of choice for at least 6 months prior to any type of surgery. The surgical techniques proposed for treatment of this syndrome include simple decompression, transposition and neurolysis. It is the purpose of this study to demonstrate the advantages of arthroscopy for neurolysis of the ulnar nerve at the elbow in a specific cohort of patients. The patients were evaluated preoperatively and postoperatively based on subjective (VAS) and objective (Bishop and Dellon) scales. The degree of patient satisfaction on the average was more than 60%. The mean increase in Bishop score was 5 points (minimum 3, maximum 7). Results appeared to be good and stable at 6 and 12-month follow-up evaluation.
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- G Porcellini
- Unità Operativa di Chirurgia Ortopedica di Spalla e Gomito, Ospedale G Cervesi, Cattolica (RN), Italy.
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Paladini P, Collu A, Campi E, Porcellini G. The inverse prosthesis as a revision prosthesis in failures of shoulder hemiarthroplasty. Chir Organi Mov 2005; 90:11-21. [PMID: 16422225] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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The authors describe their series of seven cases of complications and failures of shoulder hemiarthroplasty that were submitted to revision surgery involving an inverse prosthesis. This prosthesis has for some time now been indicated in elderly patients with arthropathy caused by rupture of the cuff. In our cases this prosthesis was implanted in patients who had undergone shoulder hemiarthroplasty for fracture and for arthrosis. The Constant score was used for pre- and postoperative evaluation. Results at mid-term, from 2 to 4 years, indicate evident improvement in Constant score that rose from a mean of 23.14 preoperatively to a mean of 49.14 postoperatively. Despite the limited follow-up the authors suggest the use of the inverse prosthesis as an effective alternative solution in shoulder arthroplasty revision surgery.
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- P Paladini
- Unità operativa di Chirurgia Ortopedica di Spalla e Gomito, Ospedale D. Cervesi, Cattolica.
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Paladini P, Campi F, Paganelli M, Porcellini G. Comparison between arthroscopy and arthrotomy in the treatment of shoulder instability. Chir Organi Mov 2005; 90:1-10. [PMID: 16422224] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/06/2023]
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Anterior post-traumatic shoulder instability represents a common finding in orthopaedic surgery. The surgical treatment of this lesion is often indispensable for the normal social life of the patient and for the sports activity of the young. The Bankart procedure with capsular retensioning by arthrotomic access has for years been the gold standard. In the last 10 years arthroscopic accesses have gained more and more consent for the surgical treatment of such lesions, with results that have considerably improved in time. It is the purpose of this study to compare the results obtained in patients affected with anterior-inferior post-traumatic shoulder instability treated by Bankart surgery, arthrotomic and arthroscopic, with a minimum follow-up of 4 years.
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- P Paladini
- Unità operativa di chirurgia ortopedica di spalla e gomito, Ospedale D. Cervesi, Cattolica.
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Campione A, Ligabue T, Luzzi L, Ghiribelli C, Voltolini L, Paladini P, Di Bisceglie M, D'Agata A, Gotti G. Comparison between segmentectomy and larger resection of stage IA non-small cell lung carcinoma. J Cardiovasc Surg (Torino) 2004; 45:67-70. [PMID: 15041941] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/29/2023]
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AIM Stage IA non small cell lung carcinoma (NSCLC) represents early cancer and is best treated by surgery. The frequency of recurrence and new primary cancer varies from one report to another while the role of sublobar resection is still debated. METHODS We retrospectively reviewed 121 consecutive patients with pathological stage IA after radical surgery. RESULTS In stage IA NSCLC 1-, 3-, 5-year survival rates were 89%, 76% and 66%. Nearly half of the deaths were unrelated to the original cancer. From statistical analysis we did not find any factor indicative of a better prognosis. We did not find any difference in survival between histologic types. Segmentectomy did not show a worse survival rate compared with larger resection. CONCLUSION Survival is neither influenced by the type of resection nor by the histologic types in stage IA. However, we noticed a high incidence of local recurrence, segmentectomy could be a viable choice in patients with cardiopulmonary impairment.
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MESH Headings
- Adenocarcinoma/mortality
- Adenocarcinoma/pathology
- Adenocarcinoma/surgery
- Adult
- Aged
- Aged, 80 and over
- Carcinoma, Adenosquamous/mortality
- Carcinoma, Adenosquamous/pathology
- Carcinoma, Adenosquamous/surgery
- Carcinoma, Large Cell/mortality
- Carcinoma, Large Cell/pathology
- Carcinoma, Large Cell/surgery
- Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung/mortality
- Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung/pathology
- Carcinoma, Non-Small-Cell Lung/surgery
- Carcinoma, Squamous Cell/mortality
- Carcinoma, Squamous Cell/pathology
- Carcinoma, Squamous Cell/surgery
- Female
- Hospital Mortality
- Hospitals, University
- Humans
- Incidence
- Italy/epidemiology
- Lung Neoplasms/mortality
- Lung Neoplasms/pathology
- Lung Neoplasms/surgery
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Neoplasm Recurrence, Local/epidemiology
- Neoplasm Staging
- Pneumonectomy/adverse effects
- Pneumonectomy/methods
- Prognosis
- Retrospective Studies
- Survival Analysis
- Treatment Outcome
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- A Campione
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital Le Scotte, Siena, Italy
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Luzzi L, Voltolini L, Campione A, Paladini P, Ghiribelli C, Di Bisceglie M, Gotti G. Pneumonectomy vs lobectomy in the treatment of pathologic N1 NSCLC: could the type of surgical resection dictate survival? J Cardiovasc Surg (Torino) 2003; 44:119-23. [PMID: 12627083] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/01/2023]
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AIM To define the prognostic significance of specific types of N1 lymph node involvement in patients operated on for stage II (N1) NSCLC and to evaluate if the extent of resection affects survival. METHODS Of 1117 patients operated on from 1985 to 1998, an homogeneous group of 124 consecutive patients with pathologic T1-T2 N1 disease who had undergone a complete resection with systematic nodal dissection were analysed. No patients received adjuvant radio- or chemotherapy. RESULTS The overall 5-year survival rate was 48.8%. Survival was not related to pathologic T factor, histology, number, percentage or level of N1 involved, visceral pleura involvement, number of lymph nodes dissected. Patients were then divided into 3 groups depending on the level of lymph node involvement (stations 10, 11 and 12-13) and survival analysed according to the extent of resection (pneumonectomy vs lobectomy). No significant difference was found, however, in the group of level 10, patients treated by pneumonectomy showed a better 5-year survival (58%) compared to patients treated by lobectomy (33%) with a median survival of 110 against 58 months. This data was confirmed by a lower incidence of local recurrence in the pneumonectomy group than lobectomy group (0% vs 24%), whereas the same incidence of distant metastases was observed in the two groups (29% vs 23%). CONCLUSIONS In patients with stage II (N1) NSCLC, only in case of station 10 involved, pneumonectomy could allow a better survival lowering the incidence of local recurrence. However the major part of patients with stage II (N1) NSCLC die for distant metastasis. This supports the necessity to develop a specific systemic treatment.
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- L Luzzi
- Thoracic Surgery Unit, Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy.
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Ghiribelli C, Voltolini L, Luzzi L, Paladini P, Campione A, Gotti G. Survival after bronchoplastic lobectomy for non small cell lung cancer compared with pneumonectomy according to nodal status. J Cardiovasc Surg (Torino) 2002; 43:103-8. [PMID: 11803340] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/23/2023]
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BACKGROUND In this retrospective study we have compared the results after sleeve lobectomy and pneumonectomy performed for non small cell lung cancer in the period January 1990-December 1995 at the Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena. Follow-up was updated until December 2000. METHODS In that period, 38 patients underwent sleeve lobectomy and 127 underwent pneumonectomy. The bronchoplasty was a full sleeve in 30 patients and a bronchial wedge resection in eight. Systemic nodal dissection was undertaken routinely. RESULTS The 30-day postoperative mortality was 5.2% (2/38) in the sleeve lobectomy group and 3.9% (5/127) in the pneumonectomy group. Postoperative complications occurred in 23.6% of patients in the sleeve lobectomy group and in 23.2% of those in the pneumonectomy group. Local recurrences occurred in 5.2% of patients in the sleeve lobectomy group and in 4.8% of those in the pneumonectomy group. The overall 5-year survival for the sleeve lobectomy group was 38% whereas that for the pneumonectomy group was 25% (p=0.03). Regarding lymph-node involvement, in the sleeve lobectomy group, the 5-year survival for N0, N1 and N2 was 62.5, 17.5 and 12.5%, respectively. CONCLUSIONS Our data confirm that sleeve lobectomy, when performed in selected patients with non small cell lung cancer, provides at least similar overall long term survival to that seen after pneumonectomy. Long term result are chiefly related to nodal stage with a significantly lower survival for patients with nodal involvement. As most patients with nodal involvement die from distant metastases, adjuvant treatment, instead of type of resection, would play a major role in prolonging survival.
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- C Ghiribelli
- horacic Surgery Unit, Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University Hospital of Siena, Siena, Italy
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Voltolini L, Luzzi L, Ghiribelli C, Paladini P, Di Bisceglie M, Gotti G. Results of induction chemotherapy followed by surgical resection in patients with stage IIIA (N2) non-small cell lung cancer: the importance of the nodal down-staging after chemotherapy. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2001; 20:1106-12. [PMID: 11717012 DOI: 10.1016/s1010-7940(01)00984-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 65] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Chemotherapy of stage IIIA non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) using second generation, cisplatin-based combinations has shown to improve the results; however, the distant relapses remain the major problem. Encouraging results in the treatment of stage IV NSCLC with newer agents (gemcitabine, placlitaxel) has encouraged us to use them in stage III. The aim of this study was to assess feasibility and efficacy of induction chemotherapy with cisplatin and gemcitabine followed by surgery for patients with stage IIIA (N2) NSCLC. METHODS From February 1996 to December 1999, 36 consecutive patients with mediastinoscopically staged N2 NSCLC received three cycles of cisplatin (80 mg/m(2), day 2) and gemcitabine (1200 mg/m(2), day 1+8) followed by surgery in responding patients. Patients with stable disease or even local progression received radiotherapy. All patients had clinical N2 disease (mediastinal lymph nodes metastasis) observed on CT scan. RESULTS No major complications of the chemotherapy occurred. Twenty-five patients (70%) had a clinical partial response and were surgically explored, with 18 complete resections (70%). There were no in-hospital deaths, although four (16%) major complications: bronchopleural fistula (two), respiratory insufficiency (one), oesophagospleural fistula (one). In the total group of 36 patients, 3-year survival was 20%. So far, no patient without surgery has survived longer then 27 months; median survival was 8 months. In the group of the 25 patients who underwent surgery 3-year survival was 30%, with a median survival of 21 months. The difference is significant (P=0.0027). In the surgical group, the survival of patients with down staged disease (56%) was greater than that of patients with persistent N2 disease (44%) after chemotherapy (3-year survival of 59 and 0%, respectively; P=0.0013). CONCLUSION induction chemotherapy with cisplatin and gemcitabine resulted in major tumour regression in a large percentage of patients with clinical N2 disease. In responding patients both the complete respectability rate and survival were higher when compared to historical controls. Survival was significantly better in patients down-staged to a mediastinal negative disease.
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- L Voltolini
- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Viale Bracci n. 1, 53100 Siena, Italy.
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Porcellini G, Campi F, Piu M, Paladini P. Complex traumatic-degenerative injury of the proximal metaepiphysis of the humerus. Chir Organi Mov 2001; 86:55-8. [PMID: 12025103] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/25/2023]
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The authors describe one case of displaced fracture of the proximal third of the humerus with high-grade degenerative arthropathy in the humeral head and in the glenoid surface on a humerus that had previously been treated thirty years earlier with a Delitala intramedullary nail for diaphyseal fracture.
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- G Porcellini
- Centro di Chirurgia della Spalla, Villa Serena, Forlì
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Patellar taping for the purpose of patellar medialization is a nonoperative rehabilitation technique used in the treatment of patellofemoral pain. Despite early reports of excellent success rates, the indications for this treatment and its efficacy on patellofemoral pain are unclear. The present computed tomography study was undertaken to evaluate the effect of patellar taping on patellofemoral incongruence. Sixteen female patients (age range, 16 to 25 years) with anterior knee pain related to patellofemoral incongruence underwent computed tomography examination with their quadriceps muscles relaxed and contracted both before and after patellar taping. Patellar lateralization was measured as lateral patellar displacement, and patellar tilt was measured as lateral patellar angle. Patellar taping did not significantly affect patellofemoral lateralization or tilt. The results of this study do not support the use of this method for passive correction of patellofemoral incongruence. Although patellar taping may well be effective in controlling anterior knee pain during physical therapy, it does not do so by medializing the patella.
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- A Gigante
- Department of Clinical Orthopaedics, University of Ancona, Italy
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Luzzi L, Paladini P, Ghiribelli C, Voltolini L, Di Bisceglie M, D'Agata A, Cacchiarelli M, Gotti G. Assessing the prognostic value of the extent of mediastinal lymph node infiltration in surgically-treated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Lung Cancer 2000; 30:99-105. [PMID: 11086203 DOI: 10.1016/s0169-5002(00)00133-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/18/2022]
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Although there have been several attempts in dividing N2 patients into several subgroups on the basis of different prognoses, the correct treatment for these patients is still a moot point. Even multimodal treatment, which is the most common therapy used, does not result in a consistent outcome. The aim of our study is to assess the prognostic value of the extent of mediastinal lymph node infiltration in surgically treated non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). From January 1990 to December 1997, 682 patients underwent surgery for NSCLC at the Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, 87 of which (12%) had mediastinal involvement. Studies on the number of lymph node stations show that those with one station involved tend to have a better 5-year survival rate with respect to the others. We studied the number of lymph node stations by using a new critique based on the percentage of lymph node infiltration. The percentage is obtained from a ratio of the number of involved nodes to the total number of nodes removed. The result was an improved 5-year survival ratio in patients with lymph node infiltration, lower than 50% with respect to the others, and the difference was significant (P=0.0001). It appears that surgery may be the most suitable option for treating those N2 patients that we consider to be in 'early N2 phase', in view of long term survival. Although an invasive technique like mediastinoscopy seems to be the appropriate indicator in selecting N2 patients, it does not allow the calculation of the ratio a priori.
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- L Luzzi
- Thoracic Surgery Unit, Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University of Siena, V. le Bracci no 14, 53 100 Siena, Italy
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Voltolini L, Paladini P, Luzzi L, Ghiribelli C, Di Bisceglie M, Gotti G. Iterative surgical resections for local recurrent and second primary bronchogenic carcinoma. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 2000; 18:529-34. [PMID: 11053812 DOI: 10.1016/s1010-7940(00)00572-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To report our experience with repeated pulmonary resection in patients with local recurrent and second primary bronchogenic carcinoma, to assess operative mortality and late outcome. METHODS The medical records of all patients who underwent a second lung resection for local recurrent and second primary bronchogenic carcinoma from 1978 through 1998 were reviewed. RESULTS There were 27 patients. They constituted 2.5% of 1059 patients who had undergone lung resection for bronchogenic carcinoma in the same period. Twelve patients (1.1%) (group 1) had a local recurrence that developed at a median interval of 24 months (range 4-83). The first pulmonary resection was lobectomy in ten patients and segmentectomy in two. The second operation consisted of completion pneumonectomy in ten cases, completion lobectomy in one and wedge resection of the right lower lobe after a right upper lobectomy in one. The other 15 patients (1.4%) (group 2) had a new primary lung cancer that developed at a median interval of 45 months (range 21-188). The first pulmonary resection was lobectomy in 12 patients, bilobectomy in one and pneumonectomy in two. The second pulmonary resection was controlateral lobectomy in seven patients, controlateral sleeve lobectomy in two, controlateral pneumonectomy in 1, controlateral wedge resection in four and completion pneumonectomy in one. Overall hospital mortality was 7.4%, including one intraoperative and one postoperative death in group 1 and 2, respectively. Five-year survival after the second operation was 15.5 and 43% with a median survival of 26 and 49 months in groups 1 and 2, respectively (P=ns). CONCLUSIONS Long-term results justify complete work-up of patients with local recurrent and second primary bronchogenic carcinoma. Treatment should be surgical, if there is no evidence of distant metastasis and the patients are in good health. Early detection of second lesions is possible with an aggressive follow-up conducted maximally at 4 months intervals for the first 2 years and 6 months intervals thereafter throughout life.
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MESH Headings
- Adenocarcinoma/mortality
- Adenocarcinoma/pathology
- Adenocarcinoma/surgery
- Adult
- Aged
- Carcinoma, Bronchogenic/mortality
- Carcinoma, Bronchogenic/pathology
- Carcinoma, Bronchogenic/surgery
- Carcinoma, Large Cell/mortality
- Carcinoma, Large Cell/pathology
- Carcinoma, Large Cell/surgery
- Carcinoma, Squamous Cell/mortality
- Carcinoma, Squamous Cell/pathology
- Carcinoma, Squamous Cell/surgery
- Female
- Follow-Up Studies
- Hospital Mortality
- Humans
- Lung Neoplasms/mortality
- Lung Neoplasms/pathology
- Lung Neoplasms/surgery
- Male
- Middle Aged
- Morbidity
- Neoplasm Recurrence, Local/mortality
- Neoplasm Recurrence, Local/pathology
- Neoplasm Recurrence, Local/surgery
- Neoplasms, Second Primary/mortality
- Neoplasms, Second Primary/pathology
- Neoplasms, Second Primary/surgery
- Pneumonectomy/adverse effects
- Pneumonectomy/mortality
- Proportional Hazards Models
- Reoperation/adverse effects
- Reoperation/mortality
- Risk Factors
- Survival Analysis
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- L Voltolini
- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University Hospital of Siena, Viale Bracci n. 1, 53100, Siena, Italy
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Voltolini L, Di Bisceglie M, Cacchiarelli M, D'Agata A, Luzzi L, Ghiribelli C, Paladini P, Gotti G. [Video-assisted thoracic surgery in the treatment of spontaneous pneumothorax]. MINERVA CHIR 1999; 54:741-7. [PMID: 10638146] [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: 02/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study was to evaluate the surgical indications and the results of a series of 107 patients treated by video-assisted thoracic surgery for spontaneous pneumothorax with a minimum follow-up of 12 months. METHODS From January 1991 to December 1997, 107 patients (86 male and 21 female patients) mean age 28 years (range 14-78), underwent VATS for treatment of spontaneous pneumothorax. RESULTS Seventy-five patients had primary spontaneous pneumothorax (PSP) and thirty-two patients had secondary spontaneous pneumothorax (SSP). Bullous area was not seen in 26 patients with PSP. Ninety-nine patients were treated with wedge stapled resection of the bullous area or of the apex (when no bullous area was seen) and some form of pleurodesis, whereas 8 patients with PSP were treated only with pleurodesis. Among these 8 patients, two presented recurrence. Two patients with PSP and 8 patients with SSP were treated by apical pleurectomy: no one developed recurrence. The other 97 were treated with electrocoagulation of the parietal pleura. Conversion to a thoracotomy was necessary in 4 patients (12.5%) because of massive pleural adhesions. There were no postoperative deaths. A complication developed in 3 patients (4%) with PSP and in 5 patients (17.8%) with SSP, whose procedure was ended by VATS. The duration of systematic postoperative drainage was 3.8 +/- 0.9 (range 3-15 days) for the group of patients with PSP and 6 +/- 2.1 (range 4-23 days) for the group of patients with SSP. The duration of the hospital stay was 5.6 +/- 1.4 (range 4-15) and 8.4 +/- 2.3 (range 6-18) in patients with PSP and SSP respectively. Follow-up analysis revealed 2 (2.66%) ipsilateral recurrent pneumothorax in 75 patients treated for PSP. Among 26 patients with SSP, whose procedure was completed by VATS, 2 recurrences (7.7%) were observed. CONCLUSIONS Surgical treatment by VATS is a valid alternative to open thoracotomy in patients with PSP and will be the treatment of choice because, with increased experience of surgeons, it will yield the same results as standard operative therapy but with the advantages of the minimally invasive operation. The usefulness of VATS in patients with SSP remains to be defined.
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- L Voltolini
- Cattedra di Chirurgia Toracica, Università degli Studi, Siena
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Ghiribelli C, Voltolini L, Paladini P, Luzzi L, Di Bisceglie M, Gotti G. Treatment and survival after lung resection for non-small cell lung cancer in patients with microscopic residual disease at the bronchial stump. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg 1999; 16:555-9. [PMID: 10609907 DOI: 10.1016/s1010-7940(99)00310-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/11/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study is a retrospective evaluation of survival in patients who had undergone lung resection for non-small cell lung cancer and in whose microscopic residual disease at the bronchial resection margin was found, according to the type of infiltration, histology, lymph node involvement and postoperative treatment. METHODS A total of 1384 patients underwent lung resection for non-small cell lung cancer at the Thoracic Surgery Unit of the University of Siena from 1983 through 1998. All patients underwent complete mediastinal lymphadenectomy and this guaranteed an accurate stadiation. Staging was done according to the TNM and UICC classifications. Residual microscopic disease at the bronchial resection margin was divided in mucosal microscopic residual disease and extramucosal microscopic residual disease. Patients dying within 30 days from operation were excluded from survival analyses. Survival was analysed by the product limit method of Kaplan and Meier and curves were compared using the log-rank test. RESULTS Microscopic residual disease was found postoperatively at the bronchial margin in 3.39% (47/1384), of all patients undergoing lung resection for non-small cell lung cancer. Thirty patients (2.16%) had extramucosal microscopic residual disease and 17 (1.22%) had mucosal microscopic residual disease. Seventeen patients received adjuvant radiotherapy after operation, two patients underwent completion pneumonectomy; no chemotherapy was given. Median survival for the whole group was 22 months. The probability of survival was not significantly (P > 0.05) correlated with the type of infiltration, nor with lymph node disease, neither with histology, although patients with squamous cell carcinoma had a median survival of 30 versus 12 months of patients with adenocarcinoma. The probability of survival could not be correlated with the administration of adjuvant radiotherapy. CONCLUSIONS A frozen-section analysis of the bronchial resection margin and peribronchial tissue should be made in all patients with endobronchial tumour. We suggest that patients with microscopic residual tumour and stage I or II disease should undergo re-operation, if possible. In patients with documented N2 disease we don't recommend re-operation; extending the magnitude of the resection is unlikely to alter their outcome. Choice treatment for these patients is radiotherapy.
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- C Ghiribelli
- Thoracic Surgery Unit, University of Siena, Italy
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Di Bisceglie M, Voltolini L, Paladini P, Cacchiarelli M, Vella A, Gotti G. Ectopic parathyroid adenoma. Two cases treated with video-assisted thoracoscopic surgery. SCAND CARDIOVASC J 1998; 32:51-2. [PMID: 9536507 DOI: 10.1080/14017439850140355] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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In recurrent or persistent hyperparathyroidism, accurate location of the abnormal gland is essential before further surgery, but the variety of available imaging techniques suggests that no one procedure is universally reliable. We report two cases in which clear preoperative visualization of adenoma with double-phase 99mTc-MIBI scintigraphy and exact high-resolution CT location permitted successful minimally invasive surgery.
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- M Di Bisceglie
- Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University of Siena, Italy
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Di Bisceglie M, Paladini P, Voltolini L, Garosi G, Ghiribelli C, Di Paolo N, Gotti G. Videothoracoscopic obliteration of pleuroperitoneal fistula in continuous peritoneal dialysis. Ann Thorac Surg 1996; 62:1509-10. [PMID: 8893595 DOI: 10.1016/0003-4975(96)00544-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 32] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Hydrothorax during peritoneal dialysis is a very tedious complication. Many authors have described techniques of performing diagnosis and therapeutic procedures to take care of these complications. We describe a method to perform diagnosis and therapy by videothoracoscopy. Videothoracoscopy permits identification and closure of the tiny flaws in the diaphragm.
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- M Di Bisceglie
- Institute of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery, University of Siena, Italy
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