AANA19 Wrist & Elbow Access Pass-Trends in Medial Ulnar Collateral Ligament Repair and Reconstruction in the United States-Jacqueline E. Baron

Trends in Medial Ulnar Collateral Ligament Repair and Reconstruction in the United States-Jacqueline E. Baron

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This study analyzed ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) surgery trends from 2007-2016 using the Humana Claims Database, focusing on repair versus reconstruction across ages 15-49. Results showed UCL reconstruction remains the preferred treatment, especially for males aged 15-19, who were much more likely to undergo reconstruction than repair. UCL repair rates have increased recently, notably among older patients and females. Most surgeries occurred in the southern U.S., primarily at outpatient centers. Limitations include reliance on insurance claims data and lack of clinical details. Overall, UCL reconstruction remains the gold standard for young, active male athletes, while repair is gaining traction in other groups.

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Concurrent Scientific Session: Paper Presentations - Wrist and Elbow 5.4.2019

Keywords

ulnar collateral ligament surgery

UCL reconstruction

UCL repair trends

age and gender differences in UCL surgery

regional distribution of UCL surgeries