Innovation translation at the AO and its AO Innovation Translation Center (AO ITC) encompasses the conception, strategic evaluation, and development of clinical solutions in collaboration with industrial partners. It includes proof-of-concept work with innovators, valorization of new technologies and techniques and clinical evidence creation to prove the added value of new solutions. Strategic investments in intellectual property, technology, and companies are also part of AO ITC's mandate.
At the center of all innovation is myAO's global network of surgeons and other healthcare providers who contribute ideas and expert guidance at all stages of development.
AO ITC: The innovative core of the AO's global network
From idea to market: Introducing the newly-CE marked Biphasic Plate
Fast, robust healing of long-bone fractures through confident weight bearing is the goal of the Biphasic Plating concept, a new solution devised by the AO Research Institute Davos (ARI) in Switzerland, Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Brisbane, Australia. Due to the development incubator funding from the AO Innovation Translation Center (AO ITC), the development phase of the distal femur version started in 2018 and today the plate is CE mark approved, and in first-series production in preparation for clinical application in 2021 in Europe. [Learn more]
Watch the webinar about the Biphasic Plate and how to transform an idea into a CE-marked device
Biphasic Plating - In vivo study of a novel fixation concept to enhance mechanobiological fracture healing Injury (2020-08-01) Ladina Hofmann-Fliri, Devakara R Epari, Ronald Schwyn, Stephan Zeiter, Markus Windolf Read more
Biphasic plating improves the mechanical performance of locked plating for distal femur fractures, J Biomech (Jan 22) Devakara R Epari, Roshan Gurung, Ladina Hofmann-Fliri, Ronald Schwyn, Michael Schuetz, Markus Windolf Read more
A coordinated multidisciplinary approach is used to treat spinal tumors. The expertise of a neuroradiologist, pathologist, angiographer, oncologist, and spinal surgeon may be combined during the patient's treatment. The type of tumor, neurologic deficit, spinal deformity (e.g. scoliosis), bony involvement, prior treatment, patient's medical status, pain, and life expectancy are considered prior to treatment.
Children may experience several types of pediatric spinal deformity, including scoliosis, kyphosis and spondylolisthesis. While many pediatric spinal deformities can be treated conservatively, with physical therapy or bracing, some require surgery.
Veterinary joint surgery includes a.o. cranial cruciate ligament surgeries and surgical treatments for a range of joint issues such as elbow dysplasia, hip dysplasia, as well as full knee and hip replacements.
In this clinical topic roundup, you´ll find an exclusive selection of AOVET´s knowledge gems on joint surgery.
If something goes wrong with small animal fractures, early recognition and proper management is important and can be crucial in order to win the game in face of a complication.
Recent developments in imaging technology have allowed for rapid processing and visualization of significant amounts of data yielded from a variety of digital imaging modalities. Prerequisites have been established for three-dimensional (3D) visualization as well as programs for the computer-assisted 3D planning of surgical procedures, and these image sources are now available to assist the surgeon in the operating room.
Pelvic and acetabular fractures (PAFs) are among the most serious injuries treated by orthopedic surgeons and require rapid and precise treatment. In response, AO Trauma's pelvis education task force is working on the definition of a curriculum to address these challenges.
How should a clinician tackle the management and treatment of a Periprosthetic Joint Infection (PJI)? An individualized approach must be developed for each patient, one that integrates appropriate surgical intervention and antimicrobial strategies.
The Global Spine Congress (GSC), AO Spine's annual meeting, is the leading world class spine congress gathering thousands of spine surgeons worldwide.
Among other relevant topics, the GSC 21 program includes three events on MISS, Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, the highlight topic of this month's knowledge update from myAO.
myAO clinical roundup on small animal fracture management Fracture management in small animals presents unique challenges—not only in achieving stable fixation and promoting healing, but also […]