by Nathan Stampfli | Jun 25, 2014 | Scientific articles, Dr. Villa
Abstract Purpose: Long-term survival in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) depends on multiple factors, including restoration of mechanical alignment and obtaining optimal ligament balance. The aim of this study was to document the results of single-stage TKA combined...
by Nathan Stampfli | Jun 11, 2014 | Scientific articles, Dr. Villa
Abstract Purpose: Opening wedge high tibial osteotomy (HTO) is an accepted treatment option for medial compartment knee osteoarthritis with associated varus lower limb axis in younger, more active patients. A concern with the use of this technique is that...
by Nathan Stampfli | Dec 21, 2013 | Scientific articles, Dr. Villa
Abstract Purpose: The purpose of this study was to analyze the results of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) in stiff knees (flexion ≤90° and/or flexion contracture ≥20°). Our hypothesis was that despite having poorer results than those obtained in a “standard”...
by Nathan Stampfli | Jun 7, 2012 | Scientific articles, Dr. Villa
Abstract Background: There is significant interest in the restoration of the double-bundle anatomy of the native ACL when performing ACL reconstruction. Possible techniques include those utilizing two separate grafts with independent tunnels and those that...
by Nathan Stampfli | May 20, 2011 | Scientific articles, Dr. Villa
Abstract Full thickness articular cartilage defects have limited regenerative potential and are a significant source of pain and loss of knee function. Numerous treatment options exist, each with their own advantages and drawbacks. The goal of this review is to...
