Surgical Video Demonstrates Hamstring Autograft Augmentation for Midsubstance Patellar Tendon Rupture Repair

Jason L. Koh, MD, MBA, FAAOS

Multiple techniques to repair and augment the tendon have been described in an effort to improve outcomes. An OVT video from Babatunde Bankole Fariyike, MD; Laith M. Jazrawi, MD, FAAOS; and Dylan Lowe, MD, illustrates a useful technique to enhance a suture anchor–based repair with autologous tissue.

MUCL Reconstruction in Throwing Athletes: Video Describes Anatomic Approach with Internal Brace Augmentation

Bradley Lezak, MD, MPH

The incidence and subsequent surgery for medial ulnar collateral ligament (MUCL) injuries have increased dramatically over the past 10 years. MUCL injury often is experienced by overhead throwing athletes, typically requiring 12 to 18 months of rehabilitation before return to sport.