DRUJ/TFCC Injuries and Treatment-Arthroscopic Management of Disorders of the DRUJ

Arthroscopic Management of Disorders of the DRUJ

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses various applications of arthroscopy for treating de-energy instability. They primarily focus on the deep radioulnar ligaments and radial-sided tears. They mention different tests and techniques used to diagnose and repair these issues, such as the hook test, arthroscopic debridement, and open capsulotomy. They also touch on ulnar repaction and TFC tears. The speaker emphasizes the importance of early intervention and patient selection for successful outcomes. They mention some studies and case examples to support their points. The video concludes with a discussion on ulnar tracritural split tears. The speaker presents a technique for repairing these tears using sutures. They mention their own experience and discuss a series of cases reported by another expert. The video is part of a medical conference.

Keywords

arthroscopy

de-energy instability

radial-sided tears

ulnar repaction

suturing technique