Workshop Description

Cranial cruciate ligament (CrCL) insufficiency is a frequently encountered issue in the canine. Effectively addressing this condition requires precise diagnosis and evaluation. This course aims to deliver current insights into the causes, development, diagnosis, and treatment of CrCL insufficiency. Through a combination of lectures and practical sessions, attendees will gain proficiency in techniques applicable to real-world scenarios. Key learning objectives include distinguishing between partial and complete CrCL tears, mastering isometric extracapsular repair of the stifle, addressing meniscal tears, and employing advanced technology and surgical methods for meniscal release. Practical sessions will provide hands-on experience with cadavers and bone models, enabling participants to refine their skills. Additionally, postoperative radiographs will be utilized to evaluate the effectiveness of repair techniques. Detailed discussions on postoperative care, along with the identification and management of both intraoperative and postoperative complications, will be integral components of the course.

Postoperative radiographs will be taken to assess the participant's repair technique. Postoperative management will also be discussed.

Workshop Objectives

Hands-on training led by expert instructors equals enhanced proficiency and improved surgical skills. Build your confidence with accuracy and efficiency:

• Study stifle extracapsular repair, treatment of meniscal tears and meniscal release, and treatment of MPL.
• Become familiar with the latest technology and surgical techniques to utilize.
• Perform all these different techniques on cadavers and plastic bone models.
• Study postoperative radiographs following lab to evaluate their repair technique.
• Learn quality postoperative management techniques.

Agenda - 

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Prerequisites

This workshop is appropriate for specialists and general practitioners who have an interest in improving their orthopedic knowledge and skills.

Upon registration for this in-person workshop, you will be automatically enrolled in the online course below.  To start the self-paced course, log into your account and from the home dashboard, scroll down to your ‘Enrolled’ courses and press Start. Please ensure you complete this online course before arriving for the in-person workshop.

OrthoSta Knotless Ligament Repair System Online Course – This course provides a comprehensive overview of CrCL injuries and how they can be effectively managed using the OrthoSta Knotless System. This course will take approximately 2 hours to complete.

CE Credits - RACE Approved

This workshop is approved for 17 CE hours of continuing education credits in jurisdiction which recognizes AAAVSB RACE approval.

Movora provides all equipment and materials for each workshop.

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