Comparative analysis of the morphologic structure of quadriceps and patellar tendon: a descriptive laboratory studyPanayiotis T Hadjicostas
Department of Pathology, University of Heidelberg, Germany
Arthroscopy 23:744-50. 2007
..The difference in ultimate strength between the quadriceps and patellar tendon could be reflected by different morphologic features...
Morphologic and histologic comparison between the patella and hamstring tendons grafts: a descriptive and anatomic studyPanayiotis T Hadjicostas
ATOS Clinic, Centre for Knee and Foot Surgery, Heidelberg, Germany
Arthroscopy 23:751-6. 2007
..Morphologic and histologic comparison of patella and hamstring tendon grafts...
The use of split deltoid-flap in the treatment of massive rotator cuff defects: a retrospective study of 61 patientsPanayiotis T Hadjicostas
Department of Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Schwarzwald Baar Hospital, Villingen Schwenningen, Germany
Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 16:876-83. 2008
..A substantial decrease of pain, increased stability, an increase range of motion and strength can be achieved, with proper rehabilitation...
The use of trochanteric slide osteotomy in the treatment of displaced acetabular fracturesPanayiotis T Hadjicostas
Schwarzwald Baar Hospital, Department of Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Villingen Schwenningen, Germany
Injury 39:907-13. 2008
..This allows better evaluation of any osteochondral lesions, intra-articular bony fragments and fracture steps, providing a more accurate reduction and easier fixation of the acetabular fracture...
Comparative and morphological analysis of commonly used autografts for anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction with the native ACL: an electron, microscopic and morphologic studyPanayiotis T Hadjicostas
Department of Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Schwarzwald Baar Hospital, Villingen Schwenningen, Germany
Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 16:1099-107. 2008
..The histological and ultrastructural appearance of the ACL differs from those of the tendons used as graft, for ACL reconstruction. Its ultrastructure is varied and complex, with its collagen fibers bundles lying in many directions...
Comparative analysis of the microstructure of the hamstring tendons: an electron microscopic, histologic, and morphologic studyPanayiotis T Hadjicostas
Orthopaedic and Trauma Clinic, Schwarzwald Baar Hospital, Villingen Schwenningen, Germany
J Surg Orthop Adv 17:153-8. 2008
..This fact can play an important role for better biomechanical stability of the gracilis tendon...
Computer-assisted osteotomy of the lateral femoral condyle with non-constrained total knee replacement in severe valgus kneesP T Hadjicostas
Department of Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, Schwarzwald Baar Clinic, Teaching Hospital, University of Freiburg, Rontgen Strasse 20, D 78054 Villingen Schenningen, Germany
J Bone Joint Surg Br 90:1441-5. 2008
..Osteotomy of the lateral femoral condyle combined with computer-assisted surgery gave an excellent mid-term outcome in patients undergoing total knee replacement in the presence of severe valgus deformity...