Description
In a medical conference session led by Leela Biant, discussions center on surgical techniques and considerations for osteotomy, particularly in the context of ACL and PCL deficiencies accompanied by varying grades of arthritis. As the session begins, Leela invites questions from the audience regarding osteotomy complications. A member of the audience queries about the feasibility of performing osteotomies in patients suffering from PCL deficiency and significant arthritis. Michael McNicholas, an expert in the field, responds by outlining the relation between osteotomy slopes and ACL/PCL conditions, suggesting that combining ACL and high tibial osteotomy (HTO) could benefit younger, symptomatic patients while considering the unique anatomical challenges posed by existing arthritis. The discussion evolves into the operative decision-making process, including whether to conduct a staged approach based on post-operative outcomes. Attendees are encouraged to engage with practical models demonstrating surgical techniques at the end of the session, highlighting not just the theory but also the pragmatic aspects of surgical planning and execution.
DOI: 10.1302/3114-221548