2021 Annual Meeting Knee Access Pass-Debate: 44-year-old Attorney Who Enjoys Hiking & Cycling, No Medial Joint Space

Debate: 44-year-old Attorney Who Enjoys Hiking & Cycling, No Medial Joint Space - Osteotomy

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Video Summary

The video discusses the use of osteotomy as a treatment option for patients with osteoarthritis (OA). The speaker, who discloses receiving royalties from some of the implants shown, suggests that osteotomy should be considered for young patients with compartmental overload and other conditions such as cartilage resurfacing or meniscal transplantation. The speaker acknowledges the controversy surrounding isolated osteoarthritis and highlights factors to consider when deciding between arthroplasty and osteotomy. Different studies comparing unicompartmental arthroplasty (UNIS) to high tibial osteotomy (HTO) are mentioned, with some suggesting similar outcomes but better recovery, fewer complications, and less need for revision with UNIS. The decision on whether to perform osteotomy depends on factors such as patient age, disease severity, activity level, and expectations. The speaker presents case examples of patients who underwent HTO and achieved good long-term function. In conclusion, the speaker emphasizes the importance of selecting the right patient for osteotomy and highlights its potential benefits in maintaining an active lifestyle. No specific credits are mentioned in the video.

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Dr. Annunziato Amendola | Osteoarthritis and the Aging Athlete

Keywords

osteotomy

osteoarthritis

young patients

arthroplasty

high tibial osteotomy