Publications by authors named "K Zoccola"
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- Posterior wall acetabular fractures are complex injuries often resulting from high-energy trauma, and they present significant surgical challenges, particularly when the fractures are comminuted and difficult to fix.
- This study evaluated the effectiveness of using autologous bone grafts for reconstructing these challenging fractures, analyzing clinical and radiological outcomes from a systematic review of 71 patients.
- Results showed that 78.9% of patients achieved good to excellent clinical outcomes, with 66% rated as excellent radiologically, suggesting that this method can be a viable option for young patients, potentially delaying the need for total hip arthroplasty.
: Pigmented villonodular synovitis (PVNS) is a benign proliferation of synovial tissue that can cause joint damage. The hip, although less commonly affected than the knee, presents a challenging diagnosis and treatment, with magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) as the gold standard for detection. Surgical excision, arthroscopic or open, is the main treatment approach, but there is no consensus on the best strategy for the hip.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: There is no evidence in the current literature about the best treatment option in sacral fracture with or without neurological impairment.
Materials And Methods: The Italian Pelvic Trauma Association (A.I.
Hallux rigidus (HR) is a painful condition associated with degenerative arthritis of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP1) joint, leading to a progressive loss of dorsiflexion. The etiological factors leading to the development of the condition are not yet fully understood in the literature. When the hindfoot is aligned in excessive valgus, the medial border of the foot tends to roll over, which brings to increased stress on the medial side of the MTP1 joint, and consequently on the first ray (FR), thus potentially influencing the development of HR deformity.
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- Acute hospitalisation is necessary for patients with Neuromuscular disorders (NMDs) facing respiratory issues, swallowing problems, heart failure, or the need for urgent surgeries; specialized hospitals are preferred for managing these conditions.
- In urgent situations, NMD patients may be treated at nearby hospitals even if they lack specialization, which can impact the quality of care due to the experience of local emergency physicians.
- A workshop in April 2022 brought together 50 healthcare professionals in Italy to develop consensus guidelines for emergency care in NMD patients, aiming to create effective Emergency Cards that include essential information and treatment recommendations for the most common NMDs.