AOSSM Specialty Day 2023 with ISAKOS - no CME-6. Case Based Panel with the Experts: Cartilage Lesions in the Athlete: What Works and What Doesn’t; Moderators: Alan M. Getgood, MD, FRCS and Asheesh Bedi, MD

6. Case Based Panel with the Experts: Cartilage Lesions in the Athlete: What Works and What Doesn’t; Moderators: Alan M. Getgood, MD, FRCS and Asheesh Bedi, MD

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Video Summary

In this video, a panel of experts discusses and evaluates different cases of cartilage lesions in athletes. They evaluate radiographs and MRIs of patients and discuss potential treatment options. The experts consider factors such as alignment, the health of the fragment, and the patient's age. They discuss various treatment options, including osteochondral allograft, bone grafting, and repair techniques using screws or bioabsorbable materials. The panel also emphasizes the importance of follow-up and monitoring for any potential changes in the knee. The experts agree that intervention should be considered if the patient becomes symptomatic or if there are signs of progressive wear or active biological processes.

Keywords

cartilage lesions

athletes

radiographs

MRIs

treatment options