Publications by authors named "C Zidrou"

Unlabelled: The first Fragility Hip Fracture Registry has been established in Greece. The in-hospital length of stay was 10.8 days and was significantly influenced by the delayed surgical fixation.

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Objective: This narrative review aims to investigate the effects of drugs on implant osseointegration, analyzing their potential positive or negative impact on the direct structural and functional connection between bone and load-carrying implants.

Background: The review seeks to provide a comprehensive understanding of osseointegration, which refers to the successful integration of an implant with living bone, resulting in no progressive relative movement between them. Exploring the effects of drugs on implant osseointegration is crucial for optimizing outcomes and enhancing patient care in orthopedic implant procedures.

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Aging is a physical procedure for people and nature. Our aging world is expanding because of the life span extension. Aging has a crucial relationship with our body composition (muscles, bones, and adipose tissue), which is characterized by an increase in fat mass and a gradual decrease in muscle mass and strength and bone density.

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Introduction: Primary sarcopenia is an age-related disease that occurs mainly in older adults, while its possibility of appearance increases with age. Secondary sarcopenia is related to the presence of a disease. At times, studies have implied a connection between various diseases and the appearance of sarcopenia.

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Article Synopsis
  • * While protein intake is thought to help combat sarcopenia, recent studies indicate it's not enough on its own; dietary patterns like the Mediterranean diet show more promise in promoting muscle health.
  • * A systematic review of ten studies revealed that following the Mediterranean diet generally supports muscle mass and function, but lacks clear evidence for improving muscle strength; more clinical trials are needed to establish its effectiveness against sarcopenia.
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