Complex Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
Course description
This course is modular in structure and highly interactive. Short, evidence-based lectures cover the key information required. Moderated case discussions in small groups will expand on each topic and help participants to develop decision-making and surgical management skills. Participants will have the opportunity to share their experiences with peers and international faculty. All factors related to achieving the best possible outcomes in complex and revision arthroplasty will be covered.
Chairpersons
Daniel Berry
USA
Carsten Perka
Germany
Course goal
The AO Recon Course—Complex Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty teaches current concepts in the treatment of patients with a need for revision or complex primary arthroplasty in the hip and knee.
Target participants
This course is targeted at certified, experienced orthopedic surgeons who wish to enhance their knowledge and skills in complex arthroplasty.
Learning objectives
At the end of the event, the participants will be able to:
- Describe a systematic clinical, laboratory, and radiographic evaluation in revision and complex primary arthroplasty.
- Optimize preoperative planning.
- Adopt a patient-centered approach.
- Optimize patients preoperatively to reduce complications.
- Describe and discuss safe and effective procedures for revision and complex primary arthroplasty.
- Discuss the management of early and late problems or complications.
- Communicate and facilitate a multidisciplinary team-based approach.
- Apply best practice to optimize and document patient outcome.
Price
CHF 2'300
Credit card and invoice payment are available.
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