M D Marraro

3 publications 1992 – 1994
RadiographyProsthesis DesignHip ProsthesisClinical ProtocolsFalse Positive Reactions

What does M D Marraro research?

Dr. Marraro studies the effectiveness of various diagnostic tools and techniques to identify problems with prosthetic joints, such as looseness and potential infections. His research is crucial for patients who have artificial joints, helping doctors determine whether a patient's discomfort is due to a mechanical issue or an infection. By using methods like clinical examinations, X-rays, and biopsies, he aims to streamline the decision-making process for surgical treatments.

Key findings

  • The diagnostic protocol developed by Dr. Marraro correctly identified the cause of prosthetic loosening 91% of the time among 35 patients.
  • The protocol integrates multiple diagnostic methods, including clinical examinations and imaging techniques, to provide accurate results.
  • This research allows for more informed surgical decisions, potentially reducing unnecessary surgeries from 9% of cases.

Frequently asked questions

Does Dr. Marraro study prosthetic joint issues?
Yes, he focuses on diagnosing problems related to prosthetic joints, including whether they are loosening or infected.
What specific techniques does Dr. Marraro use in his research?
He employs a combination of clinical exams, X-rays, bone scans, CT scans, and needle biopsies to diagnose issues with prosthetics.
How effective is Dr. Marraro's diagnostic protocol?
His protocol correctly identifies the cause of prosthetic issues 91% of the time, significantly aiding in pre-surgical planning.

Publications in plain English

Incidence of intraoperative femoral fracture. Straight-stemmed versus anatomic cementless total hip arthroplasty.

1994

Acta orthopaedica Belgica

Toni A, Ciaroni D, Sudanese A, Femino F, Marraro MD +2 more

Plain English
This study examined the occurrence of femoral fractures during hip replacement surgeries using two different types of implants. Out of 395 surgeries, fractures happened in 16 cases: 18% of patients with the straight stem implant experienced fractures, compared to just 1.5% with the anatomic stem implant. The findings highlight that patients with osteoporosis are at a higher risk for these fractures, underscoring the importance of choosing the right implant to improve surgical outcomes. Who this helps: This helps surgeons and patients, especially those with osteoporosis, make informed decisions about hip replacement options.

PubMed

Diagnostic protocol in prosthetic loosening.

1994

La Chirurgia degli organi di movimento

Sudanese A, Toni A, Busanelli L, Furno A, Montina PP +3 more

Plain English
Researchers developed a step-by-step diagnostic process to determine whether artificial joints (prosthetics) were loosening and, if so, whether an infection was causing the problem. They tested this process on 35 patients using clinical examination, X-rays, bone scans, CT scans, and needle biopsies to identify infections before surgery. The process correctly identified the cause of loosening 91% of the time, which means doctors can now confidently know before operating whether they're dealing with an infection or just a mechanical failure.

PubMed

Femoral bone remodeling: clinical experience with cemented and cementless total hip arthroplasty.

1992

La Chirurgia degli organi di movimento

Toni A, Sudanese A, Bueno AL, Marraro MD, Tabarroni M +2 more

Plain English
This study looked at how bone around hip replacements changes over time, comparing 224 cementless and 77 cemented hip implants. After more than five years, it found that the bone loss near cementless implants was more severe (24% loss) compared to cemented ones (12% loss). Understanding these differences helps improve hip replacement surgery and outcomes for patients. Who this helps: Patients undergoing hip replacement surgery.

PubMed

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