CME OnDemand: 2022 AOFAS Annual Meeting-Symposium 9: MIS: It's Not Just About Bunions

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The session focused on the use of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) for various foot and ankle conditions. Different speakers discussed their experiences and techniques for MIS procedures, including arthroscopic ankle fusions, percutaneous hindfoot and midfoot fusions, MIS Lapidus procedures, and MIS correction of lesser toe deformities. The advantages of MIS were highlighted, such as reduced soft tissue insult, fewer wound complications, faster time to union, and improved clinical outcomes. However, the speakers acknowledged that MIS techniques also have limitations and require careful patient selection and appropriate surgical skill. Overall, the session provided valuable insights into the use of MIS in foot and ankle surgery, showcasing its potential benefits and techniques for different conditions.

Keywords

minimally invasive surgery

foot and ankle conditions

arthroscopic ankle fusions

percutaneous hindfoot and midfoot fusions

MIS Lapidus procedures

MIS correction of lesser toe deformities

advantages of MIS

patient selection

surgical skill