Sep 30, 2021 | In the News, Research
A recent study reported in Orthopedic News finds 15.7 percent conversion rate from arthroscopic meniscectomy to TKR at 20 years. Researchers reviewed data on 160 patients who underwent arthroscopic meniscectomy for degenerative meniscus tears. “At 20 years, patients...
Sep 16, 2021 | Annual Meeting, Research
AAHKS Is pleased to announce 2021 AAHKS Annual Meeting Podium Award Recipients! AAHKS Clinical Research Award: A1039, Are Minimum Two-Year PROMS Necessary for Accurate Assessment of Patient Outcomes after Primary TKA? Abhijit Seetharam, MD; Evan R. Deckard, BS; Mary...
Sep 16, 2021 | Research, Residents
AAHKS is funding two participants in the Orthopaedic Research Society’s (ORS) Clinician Scholar Career Development Program (CSCDP) taking place this week: AAHKS members Jorge Manrique-Succar, MD and Ajay Premkumar, MD. This annual two-day training workshop helps...
Sep 2, 2021 | Publications, Research
The September 2021 edition of The Journal of Arthroplasty (JOA) has been published online. Visit the JOA website to read articles on topics such as heterotopic ossification following certain THA approaches, comparing 10-year results for THA performed for developmental...
Aug 19, 2021 | Membership, Research, Surveys
AAHKS member Steven Duncan, MD, is investigating the use of antibiotic delivery constructs for the treatment of periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) following TKA. PJI remains the leading cause for failure following primary knee replacement. Managing these infections...
