2022 AOSSM Annual Meeting Recordings with CME-Change in Humeral Anchor Position Significantly Affects Isometry in UCL Repair: A 3-Dimensional Computer Modeling Study

Change in Humeral Anchor Position Significantly Affects Isometry in UCL Repair: A 3-Dimensional Computer Modeling Study

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The video discusses a study on how the position of suture anchors affects the isometry of UCL (ulnar collateral ligament) repair, using 3D computer modeling. The study aimed to develop a patient-specific 3D elbow model and determine the impact of small changes in anchor position on ligament repair. The researchers used CT and MRI scans to create a static model and measured distances between the humeral and ulnar attachments throughout the range of motion. The results showed that anchor position on the humerus significantly influenced ligament repair isometry, while changes on the ulnar side had minimal effect. The findings suggest the importance of considering anchor position for optimal biomechanics in UCL repair.

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Evan O'Donnell, MD

Keywords

suture anchors

isometry

UCL repair

3D computer modeling

anchor position