AANA19 Knee Access Pass-Dislocated Knee: Current Concepts-Dr. Bruce A. Levy, M.D.

Dislocated Knee: Current Concepts-Dr. Bruce A. Levy, M.D.

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses limb-threatening injuries from knee dislocations and the importance of recognizing and diagnosing arterial lesions. They talk about various methods of examination, including physical exams, ankle brachial indices (ABI), and CT angiograms. The speaker emphasizes the impact of vascular injuries on outcomes, showing lower functional outcomes in patients with vascular injury. They also discuss nerve injuries and potential treatment options, such as direct motor nerve transfers. The video concludes with a discussion on external fixation, surgical timing, and a multicenter clinical trial on knee dislocations. The speaker shares two case studies demonstrating surgical procedures and patient outcomes. The video credits go to Dr. Robert Flanagan from the Mayo Clinic.

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General Scientific Session: Knee and Ligament 5.2.2019

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Concept Knee Dislocation

Concept Vascular Injury

Concept Peroneal Nerve Injury

Concept High-Energy Knee Trauma

Concept Limb Threat

Keywords

limb-threatening injuries

knee dislocations

arterial lesions

vascular injuries

nerve injuries

Knee Dislocation

Vascular Injury

Peroneal Nerve Injury

High-Energy Knee Trauma

Limb Threat