ScienceCast ALBC - #001: Clinical Evidence for Prophylactic Use of ALBC

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In the series “Myths and truths about antibiotic-loaded bone cement” launched by PALACADEMY®, the learning and knowledge platform for bone and joint surgery by Heraeus Medical, Volker Alt discusses the current status and new publications with his guest experts. The first episode focusses on the evidence for the use of single and dual-loaded ALBC. Is there a benefit? Can ALBC reduce the rates of Periprosthetic Joint Infections? Recent studies and papers are presented, analyzed and interpreted in the scientific context. Enjoy a differentiated dialogue in a highly efficient short video format and stay up-to-date.

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I will learn to

Evaluate in which situations bone cement loaded with gentamicin brings additional benefit
Assess for which patient group dual-loaded bone cement reduces the risk for periprosthetic joint infection (PJI)
Differentiate between registry data from different countries and interpret the results regarding antibiotic-loaded bone cement (“Transatlantic Paradox”)
Consider cost saving aspects in PJI prevention
Be aware of differences in bone cement composition for antibiotic release and outcome

Experts

Professor
Volker Alt, M.D., PhD

Specialist in Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery

Director Department of Trauma Surgery, University Hospital Regensburg, Germany

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Prof.
Pablo Sanz-Ruiz, M.D.

Specialist in Orthopdedics and Trauma Surgery

Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Hospital Gregorio Marañón, Spain

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Agenda

1

Introduction: Evidence discussion around antibiotic-loaded bone cement

5 min

2

Part 1: Plain vs. single-loaded antibiotic-loaded Bone Cement

10 min

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Part 2: Single vs. dual-loaded antibiotic-loaded bone cement

10 min

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Key Takeaways and Live Discussion - Voting, Q&A

5 min

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