Spring 2020 Fellows Webinars-Anterior Instability With Bone Loss: What to do in 2020?

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In this video, Dr. Matt Prevencher, an orthopedic surgeon, discusses bone loss and shoulder instability. He explains the importance of ankle placement in shoulder stability and compares non-operative and surgical repair options. Dr. Prevencher emphasizes the impact of bone loss on instability and discusses various measurements and imaging techniques used to assess bone loss. He also talks about the Latarjet procedure and its efficacy in treating bone loss. The video mentions long-term outcomes, challenges in finding suitable grafts, and the use of distal tibia and talus bone as potential options. Dr. Prevencher highlights the importance of understanding bone deficiency and the need for further research in this field.<br /><br />The video also involves a discussion about surgical techniques for shoulder instability. The speaker shares their experience with a specific procedure called a "ladder J" and highlights the use of allografts, specifically the talus, as a bone grafting option. They stress the importance of personalized treatment plans based on individual patient needs and mention different fixation techniques and their impact on healing and graft resorption. The video concludes by acknowledging ongoing research in this area and the need to optimize outcomes.<br /><br />Please note that the provided summaries are based on the information provided and may not capture all aspects of the video.

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April 27, 2020

Keywords

bone loss

shoulder instability

ankle placement

Latarjet procedure

long-term outcomes

distal tibia

talus bone

surgical techniques

personalized treatment plans

research