Publications by authors named "Matthew Gasparro"

Purpose: To analyze the most frequently searched questions associated with shoulder labral pathology and to evaluate the source-type availability and quality.

Methods: Common shoulder labral pathology-related search terms were entered into Google, and the suggested frequently asked questions were compiled and categorized. In addition, suggested sources were recorded, categorized, and scored for quality of information using JAMA benchmark criteria.

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Background: The purpose of this study was to compare patient-reported outcomes measures, complication rates, and return to hospital in a cohort of patients undergoing anatomic total shoulder arthroplasty (aTSA) or reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (rTSA) with at least one functional somatic syndrome (FSS) to a control cohort.

Methods: A retrospective review identifying patients who underwent rTSA or aTSA from 2015 to 2022 was performed. Patients with one or more FSS diagnosis (irritable bowel syndrome, chronic headache, chronic low back pain, or fibromyalgia) were compared against a control cohort.

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Background: This study aimed to determine if smokers at the time of arthroscopic rotator cuff repair met the minimally clinical important difference and substantial clinical benefit for Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System Upper Extremity, Depression, and Pain Interference scores in comparison to nonsmoking patients in a retrospective review.

Methods: Clinical outcomes and Patient-Reported Outcomes Measurement Information System scores were compared between a cohort of nonsmokers and current or former smokers (smokers). Further sub-analysis compared a cohort of nonsmokers propensity-matched 1:1 to a cohort of current/former smokers via age, body mass index, and tear size.

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Purpose: To compare the outcomes of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) Hybrid Remnant Preservation Reconstruction (HRPR) with traditional anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR) and determine differences in patient-reported outcomes, range of motion (ROM), and complications after 12 months.

Methods: A retrospective cohort study of patients undergoing ACLR by a single surgeon from December 2020 to January 2022 was conducted. Patients undergoing ACL-HRPR were compared with control patients undergoing traditional ACLR with bone-patellar tendon-bone autograft.

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Background And Objectives: Wide margin resection for pelvic tumors via internal hemipelvectomy is among the most technically challenging procedures in orthopedic oncology. As such, surgeon experience and technique invariably affect patient outcomes. The aim of this clinical study was to assess how an individual surgeon's experiences and advancements in technology and techniques in the treatment of internal hemipelvectomy have impacted patient outcomes at our institution.

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Background: Many patients use the internet to learn about their orthopaedic conditions and find answers to their common questions. However, the sources and quality of information available to patients regarding meniscal surgery have not been fully evaluated.

Purpose: To determine the most frequently searched questions associated with meniscal surgery based on question type and topic, as well as to assess the website source type and quality.

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Purpose: To leverage Google's search algorithms to summarize the most commonly asked questions regarding anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries and surgery.

Methods: Six terms related to ACL tear and/or surgery were searched on a clean-installed Google Chrome browser. The list of questions and their associated websites on the Google search page were extracted after multiple search iterations performed in January of 2022.

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A 50-year-old man presented for evaluation of a periscapular mass. Biopsy suggested a low-grade chondrosarcoma; however, the resected specimen revealed a grade 2 chondrosarcoma with a low-grade dedifferentiated mesenchymal component. The mass multiply recurred as chondrosarcoma without a dedifferentiated component before the patient developed lung metastases of chondrosarcoma without a dedifferentiated component 11 years after the initial diagnosis and died of disease.

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Background: Blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy has demonstrated benefits across a spectrum of musculoskeletal injuries, including improved strength, endurance, function, and reduction in pain perception. There is, however, no standardized application of BFR therapy among orthopaedic surgeons within the United States (US).

Hypothesis: The indication and protocol for BFR therapy vary significantly across providers in the US.

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The use of 3-dimensional (3D)-printed cutting guides for resection of long bone sarcoma is a novel technique. These 3D-printed guides provide a potential benefit over navigational or freehand osteotomy. We evaluated whether the use of 3D-printed cutting guides in the resection of long bone sarcoma affects margin status and rates of union compared with historical controls.

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