AJSM Webinar Series - September 2021: Patellar Tendon Repair-Webinar Recording 9/22/2021 - AJSM Webinar Series, September 2021, Patellar Tendon Repair

Webinar Recording 9/22/2021 - AJSM Webinar Series, September 2021, Patellar Tendon Repair

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The American Journal of Sports Medicine's webinar features several presenters discussing various topics related to patellar tendon repair. Alexandra Campbell serves as the operator for the webinar and introduces the moderators and speakers. Dr. Mary Kay Mulcahy, a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, begins by introducing the speakers and presenting the learning objectives for the webinar. Dr. Rafi Mirzan presents his study on the operative treatment of acute patellar tendon ruptures, comparing the outcomes and complications of transosseous and anchor repairs. Dr. John Dickens discusses his study on the incidence and risk factors of acute patellar tendon rupture, repair failure, and return to activity in the active duty military population. Dr. Laith Jhershrawi gives a talk on his technique for patellar tendon repair in active patients. Dr. Chuck Bush-Joseph concludes with a discussion on managing failed patellar tendon repairs, including revising the repair, augmentation with collagen, and addressing complications like patella baja and infection. The speakers also respond to questions from the audience throughout the webinar. Overall, the webinar provides valuable insights and evidence-based recommendations for patellar tendon repair in various contexts and clinical scenarios.

Keywords

patellar tendon repair

webinar

transosseous repair

anchor repair

acute patellar tendon rupture

repair failure

return to activity

collagen augmentation

clinical scenarios