2022 AOSSM Annual Meeting Recordings with CME-Suture-Bridge Fixation of Osteochondral Fractures and Osteochondritis Dissecans in the Knee: Excellent Rates of Early Lesion Stability and Osseous Union

Suture-Bridge Fixation of Osteochondral Fractures and Osteochondritis Dissecans in the Knee: Excellent Rates of Early Lesion Stability and Osseous Union

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In the video, the presenters discuss the challenges of preserving articular cartilage in patients with osteochondral lesions and osteochondritis dissecans. They focus on the suture bridge technique as a potential solution, particularly in young patients. They conducted a study to evaluate the outcomes of using the suture bridge construct for osteochondral fractures and OCD in the knee. The study included 40 knees and 38 patients. They used MRI and radiographs to assess healing and complications. The results showed that 90% of patients achieved full union, and none were ununited. The return to sport rate was 75%, and there were minimal short-term complications. The presenters acknowledge the need for long-term evaluation and critical assessment of the technique.

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Philip Wilson, MD

Keywords

articular cartilage

osteochondral lesions

osteochondritis dissecans

suture bridge technique

young patients