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Description

This article discusses the use of the appropriate diagnostic tools, selecting the appropriate treatment, and how to effectively manage patient expectations regarding the outcomes of arthroscopic bone marrow stimulation and retro grade drilling.

Method of Participation in the Learning Process/Evaluation Method

Successful completion of this activity includes reading the entire article and successfully completing the post-quiz and an evaluation form.

Getting the Most out of the Activity

As you prepare to participate in this activity, please reflect on your practice and your patients and identify clinical challenges you hope to have addressed.

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Apply the appropriate diagnostic tools for patients with a suspected osteochondral lesion of the talus to facilitate effective preoperative planning.
  2. Select and implement the appropriate treatment course for osteochondral lesions of the talus based on individual patient characteristics, lesion location, and lesion size.
  3. Effectively manage patient expectations regarding the outcomes of arthroscopic bone marrow stimulation and retrograde drilling.

Disclosures

All authors and staff in a position to control the content of this CME activity and their spouses/life partners (if any) have disclosed that they have no financial relationships with, or financial interests in, any commercial organizations pertaining to this educational activity.

Price: $10.00

Credits:

  • ACCME 1.0 CME

Lippincott Continuing Medical Education Institute, Inc. is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Lippincott Continuing Medical Education Institute, Inc. designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Planner
Professions: Physician
Test Code: TFAS0315B
Published: Mar 2015
Expires: 1/1/2026
Sources: Techniques in Foot & Ankle Surgery
Required Passing Score: 4/5 (80%)
Authors: Keir A. Ross, Justin Robbins, Mark E. Easley, John G. Kennedy
Categories: Orthopedic
Specialties: Osteopathic Medicine
Topics: Osteochondral Lesion , Surgical Treatment