2023 AOSSM Annual Meeting Recordings with CME-Debate: Hamstring Repairs Should be Performed Endoscopically

Debate: Hamstring Repairs Should be Performed Endoscopically

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the emerging technique of endoscopic hamstring repair. They highlight that one of the main advantages of this technique is improved visualization, particularly when it comes to exposing the sciatic nerve. The speaker also mentions that endoscopic repair is suitable for a range of hamstring injuries, including strains, avulsions, and chronic conditions. They emphasize the importance of identifying and protecting the sciatic nerve during the procedure. The speaker demonstrates the procedure using videos of actual cases and explains that endoscopic repair can be performed for different types of injuries, including acute avulsions and calcific tendonitis. They also mention some studies showing high patient satisfaction rates and minimal complications. Overall, the speaker believes that endoscopic hamstring repair is an evolving procedure with a promising future.

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Carlos Guanche, MD

Keywords

endoscopic hamstring repair

improved visualization

sciatic nerve exposure

hamstring injuries

patient satisfaction rates