CME OnDemand: 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting-Symposium 1: Ankle Arthritis: It's Complicated

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The session discussed the challenges and considerations in revision surgery for total ankle arthroplasty. The speakers described the high failure rates seen in ankle arthroplasty and the need for revision surgeries. They emphasized the importance of managing patient expectations and being honest about the potential complications and need for future procedures. The speakers also presented cases that showcased the complexities and difficulties of revision surgery, including bone loss, infections, and poor bone stock. They discussed various treatment options, including fusion, amputation, and revision with different implant types. The speakers highlighted the need for ongoing research and improvement in total ankle arthroplasty and emphasized the importance of individualized patient care and decision-making. Overall, the session provided valuable insights into the challenges and considerations involved in revision surgery for total ankle arthroplasty.

Keywords

revision surgery

total ankle arthroplasty

challenges

considerations

failure rates

patient expectations

complications

future procedures

bone loss

infections