2021 Annual Meeting Foot & Ankle Access Pass-Ankle Fracture Arthroscopy: Are WE Making A Difference

Ankle Fracture Arthroscopy: Are WE Making A Difference

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the role of arthroscopy in ankle fractures and its potential benefits. They mention that the amount of literature on the subject has increased in the last 20 years, pointing to the potential for arthroscopy to change patient outcomes. The speaker explains that arthroscopy allows for better visualization and assessment of the joint, including the stability of ligaments and the presence of articular cartilage pathology. They discuss studies that suggest intra-articular lavage during arthroscopy may reduce the risk of post-traumatic arthritis. The speaker also highlights the correlation between ankle fractures and osteochondral lesions. The video ends with a case example of a professional athlete who suffered from an osteochondral lesion and underwent arthroscopic treatment. The overall message is that arthroscopy can provide valuable information for understanding and addressing the pathology in ankle fractures, potentially leading to improved outcomes. No credits were mentioned in the video.

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Dr. Norman Waldrop

Keywords

arthroscopy

ankle fractures

patient outcomes

ligaments

osteochondral lesions