AANA19 Knee Access Pass-Crazy! Need Bone!-Dr. Thomas R. Carter, M.D.

Crazy! Need Bone!-Dr. Thomas R. Carter, M.D.

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the use of bone plugs in meniscal transplants. He explains that the meniscus is not just one small attachment but has variable anatomy on both sides. He argues that using bone plugs provides a better understanding of the attachments and allows for better healing. The speaker compares the ease, invasiveness, and speed of using bone plugs versus soft tissue fixation, noting that the subjective results are the same. The speaker also cites studies showing that bone plugs offer better load distribution and less extrusion compared to soft tissue fixation. They emphasize the importance of proper rehabilitation and preventing arthritis. No credits were mentioned in the video.

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Concurrent Scientific Session I: Knee 5.3.2019

Keywords

bone plugs

meniscal transplants

variable anatomy

attachments

healing