Scope Essentials 2024-SLAP Repair

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Video Summary

The video discusses slap tears in throwing athletes and the case for surgical repair. It covers the history of slap lesions, classification, and the evolution of treatment approaches over the years. The speaker emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to diagnosing and treating clinically significant labral injuries in overhead athletes. Surgical repair techniques are detailed, including portal placement and using knotless anchors for consistent tensioning. Preserving the biceps tendon for dynamic stability is highlighted, along with avoiding complications like biceps tendon hog tying. The video concludes with recommendations for surgical repair and patient management.

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Josef Eichinger, M.D.

Keywords

slap tears

surgical repair

throwing athletes

labral injuries

knotless anchors