Publications by authors named "L Cevolani"
: This study aims to evaluate the patellar height changes after distal femur (DF) endoprosthetic replacement (EPR) and its impact on anterior knee pain (AKP) and range of motion (ROM). A retrospective review of three institutions' databases was performed. The patellar height was determined using the modified Insall-Salvati ratio (MIS), the Blackburne-Peel (BP) and the Caton-Deschamps (CD) indexes.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground And Objective: Oncological distal femur resections can leave a proximal femur too short to host a stem. Reconstructive techniques are then challenging. The purpose of the study is to compare implant survival, complication rate and MSTS of two different options.
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- - Spondylodiscitis is an infectious condition affecting the vertebral column, and its incidence has been rising steadily over the years.
- - Imaging techniques are crucial for various stages of the disease, including initial diagnosis, differentiating it from other conditions, staging the disease, and identifying involved microorganisms.
- - The review aims to compile comprehensive imaging features of spondylodiscitis to serve as a reference for healthcare professionals and to inspire future research.
The objective of this study was to determine the efficacy of the PRECICE 2 nail in the treatment of lower limb length discrepancy in patients with a history of bone tumors. This study reports on outcomes, complications, and the safety of the PRECICE 2 limb lengthening nail in a cohort of pediatric patients with limb length discrepancy after surgery for bone tumors. Seventeen patients were treated with intramedullary magnetic nails.
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- Periprosthetic joint infections (PJI) and fracture-related infections (FRI) of the distal femur can lead to significant bone loss, and a two-stage treatment protocol utilizing articulated silver-coated megaprosthesis was studied.
- A review of three institutions included 45 patients, showing an estimated 91.1% survival rate free from recurrence of infection two years after surgery, with complications primarily involving non-infection-related issues.
- Significant findings indicated that a longer resection length negatively impacted infection control, while the initial diagnosis (PJI or FRI) did not significantly affect outcomes, affirming the safety and effectiveness of this treatment approach.