AO Trauma Course - Advanced Principles of Fracture Management is organized by AO Trauma and will be held from Jun 07 - 09, 2024 at, Ankara, Turkey.
Description:
The course will be taught in a modular format. Each module consists of several evidence-based lectures, which will cover the key information required. In practical exercises, participants will be trained in the application of various techniques. Discussing cases in small groups will help participants to understand decision-making and management skills. After the course, an online postcourse self-assessment will provide participants with an opportunity to review the important topics from the course. To support self-directed learning, a range of additional online resources will be offered.
Goal:
The AO Trauma Advanced Principles course builds upon the AO Principles and techniques learned in the AO Trauma Basic Principles course and focuses on the principles and techniques of operative fracture management in more complex injuries.
Learning Objectives:
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Apply reduction techniques in fracture management with attention to soft tissues
• Assess and treat complex diaphyseal and (peri)articular fractures using advanced application techniques
• Demonstrate strategies for assessing and treating open fractures and soft-tissue injuries
• Initiate appropriate management for patients with pelvic injuries and polytrauma
• Recognize complications and manage these accordingly
Additional details will be posted as soon as information is available.
