Publications by authors named "A I Zavras"
Background: Medial patellofemoral ligament reconstruction (MPFLR) is an excellent surgical option for patients with recurrent patellar instability. This technique has demonstrated significant improvements in patient-reported outcomes, high rates of return to sport, and low rates of failure. However, there is debate regarding the use of isolated MPFLR in the setting of concomitant pathoanatomic features such as patella alta, trochlear dysplasia, or a lateralized tibial tubercle.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground Context: Cervical Disc Arthroplasty (CDA) has been shown to be an effective and safe alternative to Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF), with randomized controlled trials (RCTs) reporting non-inferior or even favorable outcomes to ACDF. However, the current literature of large RCTs reporting long-term outcomes of CDA primarily comprises of the industry sponsored Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) trials. As a result, CDA has yet to be universally accepted by surgeons due to concerns of bias in the current literature.
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- Proximal femoral replacement (PFR) is a surgical technique used after tumor removal or failed hip replacements, but the risk of prosthetic instability is higher when there’s significant bone or soft tissue loss.
- This study analyzed the outcomes of PFR among 106 patients over 15 years, categorizing them by the type of implant used: bipolar, constrained, or dual mobility.
- Results showed that dual mobility implants had a longer time to dislocation and that smoking history and BMI differed among the groups, but all types had similar rates of early dislocation overall.
Study Design: Retrospective study.
Objective: To determine whether there are significant differences in postoperative dysphagia when using table-mounted versus self-retaining retractor tools.
Summary Of Background Data: Retraction of prevertebral structures during anterior cervical spine surgery (ACSS) is commonly associated with postoperative dysphagia or dysphonia.
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- Internal hemipelvectomy is a surgery used to remove tumors from the pelvic area without losing a limb, but it can be tricky due to the complex areas involved.
- The study looked at patients who had this surgery and how well they did afterward, focusing on issues like complications and recovery.
- Researchers also reviewed other studies to gather more information on patient outcomes after this type of surgery.