Elbow Dislocations, Instability and Contracture-Hand-e Video Theater 2015: Elbow Arthroscopic Osteocapsular Arthroplasty

Hand-e Video Theater 2015: Elbow Arthroscopic Osteocapsular Arthroplasty

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Video Summary

In this video, the presenter introduces elbow arthroscopic osteocapsular arthroplasty as a surgical technique for treating mild to moderate osteoarthritis of the elbow in young active patients. The video discusses the patient's history and physical exam findings, as well as the indications and contraindications for the surgery. The equipment used for the procedure is described, including the arthroscope, handheld instruments, shaver, and burr. The presenter explains the steps of the surgery, including marking surface landmarks, joint distention, portal creation, visualization of the joint, removal of loose bodies and osteophytes, and capsulotomy. The importance of patient selection, visualization, and bony work is emphasized, as well as when to consider converting to an open procedure. The video concludes with post-operative care and outcomes, with pain relief being significant. The presenter also notes that flexion and extension improvement was modest. The video provides valuable insights into the surgical treatment of elbow osteoarthritis through arthroscopic osteocapsular arthroplasty. No credits were provided.

Keywords

elbow arthroscopic osteocapsular arthroplasty

osteoarthritis of the elbow

surgical technique

young active patients

post-operative care