IC 203-2023: High Tibial Osteotomy: How to Get it Right and Avoid Complications (Case based lecture)-IC 203 - High Tibial Osteotomy: How to Get it Right and Avoid Complications (Case based lecture) (5/5)

IC 203 - High Tibial Osteotomy: How to Get it Right and Avoid Complications (Case based lecture) (5/5)

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Video Summary

In this video transcription, a discussion takes place regarding medical procedures for non-union patients, particularly osteotomies. The speaker mentions conducting a metabolic workup for non-union patients and notes that patients of Indian heritage, who are low in vitamin D3, are more common. The topic of protecting the hinge during osteotomies is also discussed, with various methods mentioned, such as using stacked osteotomes or screws. The use of a tourniquet during surgery is another point of discussion, with different opinions shared. The video ends with remarks about proper exposure and incision size. No credits are mentioned in the transcription.

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Anil Ranawat, MD; Alan Getgood, MD, FRCS (Tr&Orth); Armando Vidal, MD; Seth Sherman, MD

Keywords

non-union patients

osteotomies

metabolic workup

Indian heritage

protecting the hinge