AANA19 Shoulder Access Pass-Bone Loss? Allografts are the Way to Go! - Featured Lecture-Dr. Anthony Miniaci, M.D.

Bone Loss? Allografts are the Way to Go! - Featured Lecture-Dr. Anthony Miniaci, M.D.

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Video Summary

The video transcript discusses the topic of shoulder instability and the use of allografts in achieving anatomically correct repairs. The speaker credits Steve Burkhart and Joe DeBeer for their research on failures of arthroscopic repairs, which identified the significance of bone defects in causing instability. The speaker explains that both glenoid and humeral bone defects contribute to instability and highlights the importance of understanding combined defects. Treatment options include rhombosage on the humeral side and the Bristol-Latter-Jay procedure on the glenoid side. However, the speaker also introduces allografts, specifically distal tibial allografts, as an alternative with positive results in preventing recurrence of instability. The use of allografts allows for reproducible and anatomical reconstructions, reducing complications and improving functional outcomes. The speaker also emphasizes the significance of addressing Hill-Sachs lesions to avoid recurrence. Overall, allografts provide good clinical results with low recurrence rates and improved functioning. The video does not mention any specific credits granted.

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General Scientific Session: Shoulder Instability 5.2.2019

Keywords

shoulder instability

allografts

anatomically correct repairs

bone defects

recurrence of instability