IC 208-2022: Contemporary Surgical Management of Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries - Why, When, and How?-Contemporary Surgical Management of Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries

Contemporary Surgical Management of Posterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries - Why, When, and How? (1/5)

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In this video, the speaker discusses knee dislocations, specifically focusing on posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injuries. The speaker mentions that the true incidence of these injuries may be underreported due to spontaneous reduction and variable definitions. They highlight the importance of recognizing subtle signs such as the "dimple sign" and being aware of neurovascular anatomy. The speaker also discusses the management of these injuries, including the use of arterial-based studies, surgical exploration, external fixation, and neurolysis of the perineal nerve. They emphasize the importance of a multidisciplinary approach and various imaging techniques for evaluation. The speaker concludes by briefly mentioning their management approach and mentioning the Skaggs classification for bony involvement.

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Brian Waterman, MD

Keywords

knee dislocations

posterior cruciate ligament injuries

dimple sign

neurovascular anatomy

multidisciplinary approach