Orthopaedic Research in Italy: State of the Art

Authors :: L. Scioscia
Nicola Baldini
Elisabetta Cenni
Cenni E
Scioscia L
Baldini N.
Source :: International Journal of Immunopathology and Pharmacology. 24:157-178
Publication Year :: 2011
Publisher :: SAGE Publications, 2011.
Abstract: The most significant results in experimental and clinical orthopaedic research in Italy within the last three years have been primarily in major congenital diseases, bone tumors, regenerative medicine, joint replacements, spine, tendons and ligaments. The data presented in the following discussion is comparable with leading international results, highlighting Italian orthopaedic research excellemce as well as its shortcomings.