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Description

Meniscal tears are a very common clinical condition, often treated with surgery. While indications for meniscal repair are expanding, most meniscal tears are still treated with arthroscopic resection. Meniscal allograft transplantation (MAT) is an evolving treatment option for young, active patients with symptomatic meniscal-deficient knees. There is a growing body of evidence for good long-term outcomes from MAT, although the long-term chondroprotective potential is still unproven. This article reviews the latest evidence regarding the indications, surgical techniques, complications, rehabilitation, and reported outcomes after MAT.

Learning Objectives

• Review current indications for meniscal allograft transplantation (MAT) and identify appropriate patient selection criteria for young, active individuals with meniscal deficiency.
• Describe surgical techniques utilized in MAT, including key considerations that may impact graft success and patient outcomes.
• Evaluate reported clinical outcomes and potential complications associated with MAT, based on the latest evidence.
• Discuss postoperative rehabilitation strategies and the current understanding of long-term chondroprotective effects following meniscal transplantation.

Director

Jonathan N Grauer, MD, FAAOS

Faculty

Robert H. Brophy, MD, FAAOS, Derrick M Knapik, MD, FAAOS, Matthew V Smith, MD, FAAOS, Matthew J Matava, MD, FAAOS

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
 

Access to the recording will be granted for a duration of 2 years.

This webinar is an AAOS member benefit: Members attend for free! 

Description

Management of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline is based on a systematic review of published studies with regard to the diagnosis and treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome in adult patients (≥18 years of age). The scope of this guideline addresses the diagnosis and treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome and contains nine recommendations to assist orthopaedic surgeons and all qualified clinicians managing patients presenting with signs and symptoms which may be attributable to carpal tunnel syndrome based on the best current available evidence. It is also intended to serve as an information resource for professional healthcare practitioners, health services researchers, and developers of practice guidelines and recommendations. In addition to providing pragmatic practice recommendations, this guideline also highlights gaps in the literature and informs areas for future research and quality measure development.

Learning Objectives

• Review the evidence-based recommendations outlined in the AAOS/ASSH Clinical Practice Guideline for the diagnosis and management of carpal tunnel syndrome in adult patients.
• Apply current best evidence to the evaluation and treatment of patients presenting with signs and symptoms consistent with carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Compare the benefits, limitations, and supporting evidence for both nonoperative and operative treatment options for carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Identify gaps in the existing literature and discuss opportunities for future research, quality improvement initiatives, and guideline development related to carpal tunnel syndrome care.

Webinar Director

Eric Wagner, MD, FAAOS

Webinar Faculty

Lauren Shapiro, MD, MS, FAAOS and Robin Kamal, MD, FAAOS

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education (CME) for physicians. The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
 

If you are unable to attend the live webinar, you may still register to be notified upon the availability of the recorded session. Access to the recording will be granted for a duration of 2 years.