Dr. Mannarino focuses on enhancing patient care and treatment methodologies for a range of health issues. He investigates the effectiveness of training programs for medical teams during childbirth emergencies, ensuring they remain calm and competent under pressure. He also studies rare genetic conditions like pachyonychia congenita, which can affect the mouth and skin, helping patients manage their symptoms. Furthermore, he examines common orthopedic injuries, providing key insights into early diagnostics, and evaluates surgical techniques for foot injuries and hip problems, ensuring athletes and older patients regain their function effectively.
Key findings
Training for delivery room management improved participant performance awareness significantly, helping teams in stressful childbirth situations.
In patients with pachyonychia congenita, topical treatments led to complete symptom resolution for a 41-year-old case study.
25% of Achilles tendon ruptures are missed in diagnoses, emphasizing the need for better early detection of orthopedic injuries.
80% of athletes who had surgery for Freiberg's infraction regained normal movement in their toes, with no signs of joint damage post-surgery.
93.2% of patients who underwent Bateman bipolar hip arthroplasty reported minimal or no pain, with an average hip function score of 84.7% after 22 months.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Mannarino study childbirth emergencies?
Yes, he researches training programs to improve medical teams' performance during stressful childbirth situations.
What conditions related to the mouth does Dr. Mannarino focus on?
He studies pachyonychia congenita, a rare genetic disorder that causes painful oral manifestations.
What orthopedic problems does Dr. Mannarino research?
He focuses on diagnosing and treating common orthopedic injuries, including Achilles tendon ruptures and stress fractures.
Is Dr. Mannarino's work relevant for athletes?
Yes, he investigates surgical treatments for foot injuries in athletes and has findings that support their recovery.
What surgical techniques has Dr. Mannarino explored?
He has reviewed the outcomes of Bateman bipolar hip arthroplasty, highlighting its benefits for patients with hip joint issues.
Publications in plain English
High-Fidelity simulation-based program improves flow state scale in the perinatal team.
2021
Italian journal of pediatrics
Strozzi MM, Varrica A, Colivicchi M, Pelazzo C, Negri R +9 more
Plain English This study looked at how a realistic training program for delivery room (DR) management helped healthcare practitioners, like doctors and nurses, feel more engaged and aware during their work. After participating in two training sessions, participants showed significant improvements in their ability to manage stress and focus, with specific test scores indicating better performance awareness. These findings highlight how such training can enhance the skills and responsiveness of medical teams in stressful situations, ultimately improving patient care.
Who this helps: This helps healthcare practitioners and their patients during childbirth emergencies.
da Silva Santos PS, Mannarino F, Lellis RF, Osório LH
Plain English This study looked at a rare genetic disorder called pachyonychia congenita that causes thick nails and changes in the skin and mouth. Researchers found that about half of the patients with this condition experience painful white patches in the mouth. In the case study of a 41-year-old patient, treatment with topical medications and dental appliances led to the complete improvement of symptoms.
Who this helps: This information benefits patients with pachyonychia congenita and their healthcare providers.
Plain English This study examines several common orthopedic injuries that are often overlooked and can lead to serious long-term problems if not diagnosed and treated quickly. For example, missed diagnoses of Achilles tendon ruptures occur 25% of the time, while untreated femoral neck stress fractures can cause even more severe issues later on. Recognizing and addressing these injuries early can prevent long-term disabilities and unnecessary complications.
Who this helps: This information benefits patients and their doctors by improving early detection and treatment of common orthopedic injuries.
Surgical treatment of Freiberg's infraction in athletes.
1993
The American journal of sports medicine
Sproul J, Klaaren H, Mannarino F
Plain English This study looked at ten athletes who underwent surgery for Freiberg's infraction, a condition affecting the foot. After surgery, all patients experienced relief from their symptoms, and 80% regained normal movement in their toes. Importantly, no patients showed signs of joint damage on follow-up X-rays, which is good news for their long-term joint health.
Who this helps: This helps athletes recovering from foot injuries.
The significance of intracompartmental pressures in the diagnosis of chronic exertional compartment syndrome.
1989
Orthopedics
Mannarino F, Sexson S
Plain English This study looked at how measuring pressure within muscle compartments can help diagnose chronic exertional compartment syndrome, a type of pain that athletes often experience in their legs. Researchers tested patients who had surgery for this condition and compared their pressure levels to those of healthy individuals. They found differences in the pressure readings that support using these tests for diagnosis, which is important for effective treatment.
Who this helps: This helps athletes and doctors in recognizing and diagnosing this painful condition.
Bateman bipolar hip arthroplasty. A review of 44 cases.
1986
Orthopedics
Mannarino F, Maples D, Colwill JC, Swanson AB
Plain English This study looked at the results of a specific type of hip surgery called Bateman bipolar hip arthroplasty in 44 patients. After an average follow-up of about 22 months, 93.2% of patients reported having minimal or no pain, and the average hip function score was 84.7%. The surgery had a low risk of complications and less dislocation compared to older hip implants, making it a better option for patients with certain hip problems.
Who this helps: This benefits patients with hip fractures or joint issues, offering them a better quality of life post-surgery.