Publications by authors named "A E Montagna"

Purpose: Unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) is a viable option for localized osteoarthritis (OA) or avascular osteonecrosis with several advantages over total knee arthroplasty (TKA). UKA implants may feature a tibial component either all-polyethylene (AP) or metal-backed (MB). This study aims to retrospectively compare the clinical outcomes and survivorship of 74 UKAs over 16 years, focusing on comparing the results and survivorship of MB versus AP tibial tray.

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Novel biomarkers are needed to better identify-and distinguish-heart failure with preserved ejection fraction (HFpEF) from other clinical phenotypes. The goal of our study was to identify epigenetic-sensitive biomarkers useful to a more accurate diagnosis of HFpEF. We performed a network-oriented genome-wide DNA methylation study of circulating CD4 T lymphocytes isolated from peripheral blood using reduced representation bisulfite sequencing (RRBS) in two cohorts (i.

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  • The treatment sequence for breast cancer has traditionally involved adjuvant chemotherapy followed by adjuvant radiotherapy, but advancements in research have prompted questions about optimizing this order.
  • Recent studies have explored various sequencing strategies like sequential, concomitant, and sandwich approaches, evaluating their effectiveness and safety for over 8,000 patients across multiple research studies.
  • Despite the extensive analysis, a definitive best practice for the sequencing of adjuvant chemotherapy and radiotherapy remains undetermined, highlighting the need for further investigation in this area.
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Background: Hemophilia type A and B is associated with spontaneous bleeding in muscle tissues and joints. Acute hemarthrosis, representing 70-80% of all bleedings in severe hemophilia patients, is extremely painful. When surgical procedures are needed in hemophiliac patients, perioperative management should be planned with a multidisciplinary team.

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Introduction: Patellar instability is a common condition affecting approximately 6 individuals per 100,000, but among adolescents, this incidence is notably higher. Trochlear dysplasia has been recognized as the pathoanatomic risk factor exerting the most significant biomechanical influence. Over time, various surgical techniques have been developed to address trochlear dysplasia.

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