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- 22/09/2021
- UK
Pre-operative Biopsy has a Higher Sensitivity, Specificity and Likelihood of Detecting a Polymicrobial Flora in Prosthetic Knee Joint Infection Than Aspiration Alone
Description
The video transcript captures a professional seminar or lecture focused on high tibial osteotomy (HTO) and stem cell therapy in orthopedic surgery. The session, introduced by Leela Biant, highlights presentations from various key experts in the field, including Martyn Snow, who will discuss the UK Osteotomy Consensus Paper, and award-winning medical journalist Lesley Curwen, shedding light on advanced stem cell treatments.
Mike McNicholas takes the floor to dive into the fundamentals of HTO, emphasizing its effectiveness for managing medial compartment osteoarthritis and explaining the necessity of thorough conservative management before pursuing surgery. He discusses surgical planning, outcomes, and evolving techniques in performing HTO, sharing insights from a recent consensus statement by orthopedic organizations regarding its application in younger, active patients with significant symptoms.
McNicholas addresses complications and highlights the importance of correct alignment in achieving successful outcomes. He reflects on his experiences over two decades and the significance of utilizing the right instrumentation such as the AO TomoFix plate, which is currently viewed as the gold standard for this procedure. Acknowledging the inherent risks, including potential donor site complications and vascular damage, he stresses the importance of preoperative assessments, including smoking cessation. Overall, the session promises to engage audiences with its blend of current practices, insights from literature, and personal experiences in orthopedic surgery.