Publications by authors named "R S Volpi"

Introduction: Septic nonunion is one of the most feared complications in traumatology. Two-stage management using the induced membrane technique is a validated treatment option, but to date there is no consensus on the ideal type of osteosynthesis for the second stage of surgery. The aim of this study was to compare the results of two-stage treatment of tibial septic nonunion, depending on the type of osteosynthesis used.

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Background: Treatment of complex acetabular fractures in patients over 60 remains challenging. Functional treatments for these fractures have yielded disappointing outcomes. Internal fixation may fail facing this porotic bone, and postoperative non-weight-bearing may expose the patient to decubitus complications.

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Introduction: The management of periprosthetic femoral fractures is particularly complex in an elderly, frail population, with an increasing incidence due to the increase in femoral prosthesis surgery. The use of locking plates is now widely recommended. The primary objective of this study was to present the results of NCB-PP® locking plates in the management of periprosthetic femoral fractures.

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Design: Retrospective study.

Setting: Level I academic Trauma Center.

Patient Selection Criteria: Adult patients with femoral shaft fractures in which a bilateral computed-tomography (CT) scan of both femurs was performed, with a two years minimal follow-up.

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Article Synopsis
  • Isolated distal fibula fractures primarily affect young, active individuals, typically treated with six weeks of non-weight-bearing after fixation.
  • Recent trends advocate for a reduction in non-weight-bearing time to enhance early functional recovery, boosted by improved fixation methods like locking plates.
  • A study involving 36 patients showed 100% bone healing at three months with immediate mobilization and full weight-bearing, demonstrating the advantages of using anatomically contoured locking plates for faster recovery and fewer complications.
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