Biologics News

NEW ORLEANS — In this video, Kenneth R. Zaslav, MD, provides an update on the accomplishments of the Biologic Association from 2022 to 2023.

NEW ORLEANS — Results showed intraosseous bioplasty combined with arthroscopic meniscectomy may improve pain and outcome scores, as well as yield a low conversion rate to arthroplasty, in patients with mild to severe osteoarthritis.

NEW ORLEANS — In reviewing modifiable ways to optimize patients to receive platelet-rich plasma injections, Prathap Jayaram, MD, PhD, said some medications, such as NSAIDs, can have an effect growth factor expression.

NEW ORLEANS — Bone marrow edema volume of greater than 10 cm3 may be predictive of osteochondral allograft failure, according to results presented at the Arthroscopy Association of North America Annual Meeting.

NEW ORLEANS — Use of biologics in rotator cuff repair may provide good imaging results, but more research is needed on its impact on clinical outcomes, according to a presenter here.

NEW ORLEANS — In this video, Bert R. Mandelbaum, MD, discusses new concepts, techniques and technologies for treatment of bone marrow lesions.

NEW ORLEANS — In this video, Brian J. Cole, MD, MBA, FAANA, discusses the possible use of autologous tissue for orthobiologic surgery.

NEW ORLEANS — In this video, Jason L. Dragoo, MD, discusses how implementation of the National Biorepository Network of the Biologic Association has allowed surgeons to examine platelet-rich plasma more thoroughly.

Healio celebrates Mental Health Awareness Month with a focus on physician burnout, an emerging public health crisis among orthopedic physicians and providers.

LAS VEGAS — In addition to discussing the use of orthobiologics with patients, surgeons need to understand how to bill for orthobiologics, according to a presenter here.