CME OnDemand: 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting-Symposium 6: Kenneth A. Johnson Symposium on Controversies in Foot and Ankle Surgery and British Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Guest Nation Symposium

Symposium 6: Kenneth A. Johnson Symposium on Controversies in Foot and Ankle Surgery and British Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society Guest Nation Symposium

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In the second part of the video, the focus shifts to the ethical considerations surrounding ankle replacement surgery. Factors such as age, activity level, and overall health should be taken into account when deciding whether or not to offer ankle replacement to patients with ankle arthritis. Surgeons must also be aware of the limitations and possible complications of the procedure, as well as alternative treatment options. The decision should prioritize patient safety and well-being and align with the patient's goals and expectations. The technical ability to perform ankle replacement can be acquired, but the decision to offer the procedure should be based on ethical factors.<br /><br />The speaker, Dr. Don Anderson from the University of Iowa, discusses the need for advancements in foot and ankle research. He presents case studies and research projects related to ankle osteoarthritis, such as the use of fracture severity and measuring fracture energy to predict the risk of developing ankle osteoarthritis. Dr. Anderson also discusses the use of weight-bearing CT scans and computational modeling to assess joint space width and contact stress. He introduces a biomechanical guidance system and a brace design strategy as potential interventions to reduce contact stress and prevent post-traumatic osteoarthritis. The use of statistical shape modeling to assess changes in bone geometry and position is also discussed. Dr. Anderson concludes by emphasizing the importance of rigorous research in foot and ankle pathology and the potential for new technologies and methodologies to improve understanding and treatment of ankle osteoarthritis.

Keywords

ankle replacement surgery

ethical considerations

age

activity level

overall health

ankle arthritis

limitations

complications

alternative treatment options

patient safety

patient well-being

patient goals

patient expectations

advancements in foot and ankle research

ankle osteoarthritis