2021 Annual Meeting Wrist & Elbow Access Pass-Long-Term Clinical Outcomes of Osteochondritis Dissecans Lesions of the Elbow Treated with Arthroscopy

Long-Term Clinical Outcomes of Osteochondritis Dissecans Lesions of the Elbow Treated with Arthroscopy

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This study from Andrews Sports Medicine analyzed long-term outcomes following arthroscopic treatment of capitellum OCD lesions in 107 patients, mostly young male athletes, primarily baseball players. With an average follow-up of 8.3 years, 90 patients were contacted for outcome assessment. Results showed significant pain reduction, high function scores, and a 93% return to preoperative play level. The revision surgery rate was 12%, mainly for loose body removal. Limitations include recall and selection bias. Overall, the study highlights favorable long-term outcomes and return to play after arthroscopic OCD treatment, aiming to guide future patient care and surgical strategies.

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Dr. Marcus Rothermich | The Athlete's Elbow

Keywords

Arthroscopic treatment

Capitellum OCD lesions

Long-term outcomes

Return to play

Revision surgery rate