myAO Spine clinical roundup on spinal tumors

myAO Spine clinical roundup on spinal tumors

Adult deformity, Cervical degeneration, Chronic pain, Clinical Topic Roundup, Computer-assisted surgery, Diagnostics/Imaging, Genetic, Lumbar degeneration, Metabolic, Pediatric and adolescent deformity, Spinal Orthopedic and Neuro Surgery, Tumors

myao2023-03-15T13:29:18+00:00

March 2023

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.

myAO VET clinical roundup on deformities correction

myAO VET clinical roundup on deformities correction

Canine, feline, Clinical Topic Roundup, Deformities correction, Diagnostics/Imaging, Equine, Joint surgery (arthroscopy, arthroplasty, arthrodesis), Orthopedics, trauma surgery, Reconstructive surgery, Veterinary

myao2023-03-02T09:36:47+00:00

March 2023

Bone deformity in animals can be caused by a range of factors, including injury and developmental abnormalities. Corrective treatments can include surgical procedures such as osteotomy or the use of corrective braces and splints. myAO is offering you the following exclusive selection of "knowledge gems" around deformities correction.

myAO clinical roundup on cranial trauma surgery

myAO clinical roundup on cranial trauma surgery

Clinical Topic Roundup, Craniomaxillofacial Surgery

myao2022-11-24T12:20:30+00:00

November 2022

Operative planning and management of cranial trauma is complex, varying by fracture and location. Surgery is often required for compound or depressed fractures significant enough to damage underlying tissue.

myAO Clinical Roundup on Cervical Trauma

myAO Clinical Roundup on Cervical Trauma

Clinical Topic Roundup, Spinal Orthopedic and Neuro Surgery

myao2023-01-13T10:31:15+00:00

November 2022

Cervical spine trauma is a common problem with a wide range of severity from minor ligamentous injury to frank osteo-ligamentous instability with spinal cord injury.

myAO Clinical Roundup on Pediatric Spinal Deformity

myAO Clinical Roundup on Pediatric Spinal Deformity

Clinical Topic Roundup, Spinal Orthopedic and Neuro Surgery

myao2022-09-01T12:05:15+00:00

September 2022

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.

How to treat acute fractures with arthroplasty?

How to treat acute fractures with arthroplasty?

Arthroplasty and Reconstruction, Clinical Topic Roundup

myao2022-08-29T07:52:20+00:00

August 2022

Arthroplasty is commonly used to treat acute fracture of the proximal femur, complex proximal humerus fracture or elbow fracture, but is less usual in complex knee fracture.

myAO Clinical Roundup on Arthroplasty after fracture

myAO Clinical Roundup on Arthroplasty after fracture

Clinical Topic Roundup, Orthopedic Trauma and Reconstruction

myao2022-08-22T09:30:20+00:00

August 2022

Arthroplasty is commonly used to treat acute fracture of the proximal femur, complex proximal humerus fracture or elbow fracture, but is less usual in complex knee fracture. The main objective of arthroplasty in fractures of the proximal femur is to save the patient's life by limiting the decubitus complications, thanks to immediate resumption of weight-bearing. For the shoulder and elbow, the objective is to save joint function, thanks to immediate postoperative mobilization.

myAO Clinical Roundup on Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery

myAO Clinical Roundup on Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery

Clinical Topic Roundup, Craniomaxillofacial Surgery

myao2022-07-14T11:56:46+00:00

July 2022

Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery (also known as oculofacial surgery, or ophthalmic plastic and reconstructive surgery) treats conditions of the eyelids, eye socket and tear drainage system. myAO is offering you the following exclusive selection of "knowledge gems" around Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery.

MyAO knowledge update on Veterinary Joint Surgery

MyAO knowledge update on Veterinary Joint Surgery

Clinical Topic Roundup, Veterinary

myao2022-06-30T12:41:27+00:00

June 2022

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.

myAO knowledge update on Arthroscopy and surgical sports medecine

myAO knowledge update on Arthroscopy and surgical sports medecine

Clinical Topic Roundup, Orthopedic Trauma and Reconstruction

myao2022-06-13T13:31:26+00:00

June 2022

The surgical treatment of sports injuries and other soft-tissue conditions around the joints are closely related to classical orthopedic and trauma surgery, however, many innovative techniques for prevention, repair, and reconstruction require specific specialization to achieve excellence in patient outcomes.

myAO update on spine biomechanics

myAO update on spine biomechanics

Clinical Topic Roundup, Spinal Orthopedic and Neuro Surgery

myao2022-05-19T08:13:56+00:00

May 2022

Biomechanics, the application of mechanical principles to living organisms, helps us to understand how all the bony and soft spinal components contribute individually and together to ensure spinal stability, and how traumas, tumours and degenerative disorders exert destabilizing effects. myAO is offering you the following exclusive selection of "knowledge gems" around spine biomechanics.

myAO expert update on head & neck cancer and oral oncology

myAO expert update on head & neck cancer and oral oncology

Clinical Topic Roundup, Craniomaxillofacial Surgery

myao2022-05-19T08:09:48+00:00

May 2022

Surgeons’ demand for knowledge and training on Head & Neck Cancer and Oral Oncology spans the specialties from head and neck surgery to maxillofacial, plastic, ear, nose, and throat, and general surgery. myAO is offering you the following exclusive selection of "knowledge gems" around Head & Neck Cancer and Oral Oncology.

myAO Knowledge update on Innovation Translation

myAO Knowledge update on Innovation Translation

Clinical Topic Roundup, Orthopedic Trauma and Reconstruction

myao2022-04-22T06:18:40+00:00

March 2022

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.

myAO Knowledge update on Bone Deformity

myAO Knowledge update on Bone Deformity

Clinical Topic Roundup, Veterinary

myao2022-04-22T06:12:52+00:00

April 2022

There are a number of possible causes of bone deformities in animals, the two most common being a genetic disorder and injury (trauma). Limb deformities can be managed conservatively, by growth acceleration, growth retardation, or in severe or late diagnosed cases by combining these techniques. Once the growth plate has closed, correction can only be achieved by a corrective osteotomy technique.

Clinical roundup on Imaging, Navigation and Computer-Assisted Surgery

Clinical roundup on Imaging, Navigation and Computer-Assisted Surgery

Clinical Topic Roundup, Craniomaxillofacial Surgery

myao2022-03-24T15:35:59+00:00

March 2022

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.

Clinical Roundup on Pelvic and Acetabular Fracture Management

Clinical Roundup on Pelvic and Acetabular Fracture Management

Clinical Topic Roundup, Orthopedic Trauma and Reconstruction

myao2022-06-13T13:11:59+00:00

March 2022

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.

Clinical roundup on Spine degeneration

Clinical roundup on Spine degeneration

Clinical Topic Roundup, Spinal Orthopedic and Neuro Surgery

myao2022-02-25T08:47:08+00:00

February 2022

Degenerative spinal conditions represent one of the most frequent domains of spinal pathology, which can affect patients of any age. Appropriate management can reduce the morbidity and improve significantly the life quality of these patients. myAO is offering you the following exclusive selection of "knowledge gems" around spinal degeneration.

myAO knowledge update on Orthognathic Surgery

myAO knowledge update on Orthognathic Surgery

Clinical Topic Roundup, Craniomaxillofacial Surgery

myao2022-01-31T09:59:30+00:00

January 2022

The evolution of Orthognathic principles and practices, combined with knowledge of recent advances, helps the clinician more effectively treat challenging clinical problems. Coordinated comprehensive treatment planning primarily between the orthodontist and the orthognathic surgeon will help improve patient outcomes and decrease complications. Continuing education benefits clinicians by exposing them to new knowledge in the field, which in turn, leads to improved patient outcomes.

Clinical roundoup on complications in small animal fractures

Clinical roundoup on complications in small animal fractures

Clinical Topic Roundup, Veterinary

myao2022-01-19T12:46:46+00:00

January 2022

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.

Clinical roundup on Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)

Clinical roundup on Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery (MISS)

Clinical Topic Roundup, Spinal Orthopedic and Neuro Surgery

myao2021-12-17T17:25:48+00:00

November 2021

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.

Roundup on Pediatric Fractures

Roundup on Pediatric Fractures

Clinical Topic Roundup, Orthopedic Trauma and Reconstruction

myao2021-12-17T17:23:30+00:00

October 2021

Children and adolescents present a unique challenge in trauma care because they are so different from adults. The risks to injured children and adolescents can be significantly reduced with the provision of appropriate care. Besides access to two new AO Surgery Reference modules on Pediatric Trauma, myAO is offering you the following exclusive selection of "knowledge gems" around Pediatric Fracture Management.

Clinical roundup on Periprosthetic Joint Infections (PJI)

Clinical roundup on Periprosthetic Joint Infections (PJI)

Arthroplasty and Reconstruction, Clinical Topic Roundup

myao2021-12-17T17:28:44+00:00

September 2021

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.

Clinical Topic Roundup on Computer-Assisted and Image-Guided Spine Surgery

Clinical Topic Roundup on Computer-Assisted and Image-Guided Spine Surgery

Clinical Topic Roundup, Spinal Orthopedic and Neuro Surgery

myao2021-12-17T17:30:30+00:00

September 2021

Navigation technology is a widely available tool in spine surgery, and Computer-assisted Surgery (CAS) and Image-guided Surgery (IGS) have become a part of clinical routine in many centers. It is the aim of this roundup to give an overview on the current knowledge shared on myAO concerning the capabilities of computer-assisted and image-guided approaches.

Clinical Topic Roundup on Small Animal Orthopedics

Clinical Topic Roundup on Small Animal Orthopedics

Clinical Topic Roundup, Veterinary

myao2021-12-17T17:32:38+00:00

August 2021

Small animal cases can pose unique challenges for veterinary orthopedic surgery. In this clinical topic roundup, you´ll find an exclusive selection of AOVET´s knowledge gems on Small Animal Orthopedics.