Complications – Surgeons' Worst Enemy & Best Teacher (2021 Annual Meeting)-Complications - Surgeons' Worst Enemy & Best Teacher-Ahmad

Complications - Surgeons' Worst Enemy & Best Teacher-Ahmad

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In this presentation on distal biceps surgery, the speaker emphasizes managing complications—especially nerve injuries—through meticulous technique and setup. Importance is placed on identifying key nerves like the lateral antebrachial cutaneous nerve and the posterior interosseous nerve (PIN) to avoid injury, with careful retractor placement and pin drilling strategy. The speaker draws parallels between surgical skill and chess mastery, highlighting how recognizing patterns, analyzing moves, and learning from mistakes improves outcomes. Continuous practice with feedback loops and critical case reviews enhances surgical performance and complication management, promoting safer operations and better patient results.

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Dr. Christopher Ahmad

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distal biceps surgery

nerve injury management

lateral antebrachial cutaneous nerve

posterior interosseous nerve

surgical technique and practice