KYON: An Introduction to THR Online Course is designed to provide surgeons with essential information for understanding of the KYON THR system, case selection, and postoperative care. Additionally, learners will gain an understanding of radiography requirements, and the primary steps of the surgical procedure. Upon completion, participants will have gained familiarity with the system, preoperative and postoperative radiograph requirements, and postoperative care.

NOTE: When booking a KYON Total Hip Replacement Workshop, you will be automatically enrolled in this online course and a separate purchase of the online course is not necessary. 

Cost $210

Length  3 hours

Intended Audience Veterinary Surgeons, experience with advanced orthopedics

Following completion of this online course,

a participant will be able to:

• Identify and describe the various implant components comprising the KYON Total Hip Replacement and their application.
•  Identify and describe the application of the instruments used in the surgical procedure.
• Identify the approach to the KYON Zurich Cementless THR procedure.
•  List the steps in the KYON Zurich Cementless THR procedure.
• Describe the recommended radiographic views.
• Estimate the percent magnification present in the radiographic image.
• Recognize the appropriate alignment of the cup and stem templates on the radiograph.
•  Select the appropriate size cup and stem size based on the radiographic image and recognize the limitations of that choice.
•  Review post-operative radiographs.
• Provide care for the patient after surgery.
•  Give owners instructions for handling of the dog following surgery