Traumaplasty: Arthroplasty Solutions for Common Problems Faced by the Orthopaedic Traumatologist

Traumaplasty: Arthroplasty Solutions for Common Problems Faced by the Orthopaedic Traumatologist is organized by Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA).

Start Date: 6/26/2024
End Date: 6/26/2027

Description:
There needs to be continued discussion bridging the gap between arthroplasty experts and orthopedic trauma surgeons. Often, because of call schedules, the orthopedic trauma surgeon is responsible of the acute geriatric fracture that may benefit from arthroplasty.

Learning Objectives:
After completing this activity, learners will be able to:
• To have the orthopedic trauma surgeon be aware of and consider arthroplasty options to geriatric lower extremity fractures.
• To delineate tips and tricks for using arthroplasty in the acute management of geriatric lower extremity fractures.
• To help the orthopedic trauma surgeon decide between fixation and arthroplasty in certain geriatric lower extremity fractures.