IC 306-2024: Masterclass in Multi-ligamentous Knee Injuries: Expert Perspectives-IC 306: Masterclass in Multi-ligamentous Knee Injuries: Expert Perspectives

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The given transcript details a professional symposium focused on managing multiligament knee injuries, featuring expert presentations from various physicians. Dr. Musall from the University of Pittsburgh opens with a discussion on clinical outcomes and an emphasis on the medial collateral ligament (MCL). His insights are derived from significant contributions in the field and illustrate evidence-based practices and successful treatment outcomes. <br /><br />Dr. Michael Alea from NYU follows with a detailed examination of multiligament knee injuries, stressing the importance of early and accurate neurovascular assessment and how patient factors such as age and comorbidities impact treatment and rehabilitation. He highlights the need for prompt evaluation and potential surgical interventions. <br /><br />Dr. Waterman talks about current controversies, including posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) reconstruction techniques and medial-sided knee injuries. He suggests that while single bundle PCL techniques are common, double bundle approaches might offer slightly superior outcomes. He also touches on emerging techniques and devices designed to improve surgical outcomes.<br /><br />Arneith Verham shares technical insights, covering the positioning, graft preferences, and tensioning sequences for successful knee reconstructions. He emphasizes the role of fluoroscopy and specific techniques for ligament repair and reconstruction, underscoring the importance of exact surgical execution.<br /><br />Lastly, Dr. Al-Gatgood discusses revision strategies for failed multiligament knee surgeries, focusing on common causes like stiffness and recurrent instability, and the importance of precise surgical techniques and appropriate rehabilitation protocols. He highlights the challenges of treating chronic conditions and employs staged surgical strategies to improve outcomes.<br /><br />The symposium closes with detailed case studies, allowing the experts to share real-world experiences and solutions, providing valuable takeaways for effective management of complex knee injuries.

Keywords

multiligament knee injuries

clinical outcomes

medial collateral ligament

neurovascular assessment

patient factors

posterior cruciate ligament

surgical interventions

graft preferences

revision strategies

rehabilitation protocols

case studies

surgical techniques