Cervical Spine Fractures for Orthopaedic Exams

Description

The program begins with Ruth and Hannah introducing Joe Kiffer, a consultant orthopedic surgeon who recently passed his FRCS exam. The evening's agenda focuses on a lecture about cervical spine trauma, followed by a Q&A session where participants can submit questions via a chat box. After the lecture, a poll will assess understanding anonymously, which will be discussed by Mr. Kiefer, along with case discussions and tips for the FRCS exam. Candidates willing to participate in a "vyver" session are encouraged to volunteer, with priority given to those preparing for their exam in February.



The lecture highlights the intricacies of cervical spine trauma, discussing high yield topics such as CT fractures and subaxial fracture dislocations while emphasizing key points essential for trauma management. The bimodal distribution of cervical fractures among different age groups, common injuries due to high-energy incidents in the young, and fragility fractures in the elderly are covered. Key management principles for cervical spine injuries focus on the careful assessment of the spinal cord and appropriate immobilization techniques to prevent further injury.



The workshop also addresses the importance of understanding the various fracture types, their mechanisms of injury, and the implications for treatment strategies, including surgical interventions when necessary. Throughout, participants are urged to actively engage with the material and their peers while acknowledging the inherent stress of the vyver sessions, which are structured to bolster exam preparation and clinical knowledge.

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