Foot and Ankle Arthroscopy: Latest and Emerging Techniques by the Leaders! (AANA22)-MICO & PECO

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In the video, Andy Velkovic discusses minimally invasive calcaneal osteotomy as a potential wave of the future in foot surgery. She highlights the benefits of this technique, such as minimal incisions, accommodating previous surgical scars, and minimal disruption to soft tissues. Andy also discusses the positioning and approach for the procedure, emphasizing the importance of considering potential nerve injuries. She presents the results of studies comparing minimally invasive and open osteotomy techniques, showing lower rates of complications, wound healing problems, and shorter hospitalization with the minimally invasive approach. Andy concludes by emphasizing the technical perils of the procedure and the importance of starting with smaller cases.

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Andrea Veljkovic, M.D. & Jorge Acevedo, M.D.

Keywords

minimally invasive calcaneal osteotomy

foot surgery

benefits

nerve injuries

comparative studies