In this presentation Dr Fitzgerald will familiarize the viewer with the basic types of suture materials available, and their general application in lower extremity surgery. This presentation includes a discussion of the various common absorbable and nonabsorbable sutures, how they are classified, and general suture techniques which are commonly utilized by foot and ankle surgeons.

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In this lecture by Karen Satterfield, DPM the controversial topic of patient non-compliance is explored in-depth in this lecture. Many of the diverse etiologies that have been identified are discussed and the more common ones are explored in case-study format, based on actual cases. Methods for overcoming patient non-compliance are discussed as well as the significant impact that this activity has on the medical system. After viewing this lecture, the student will be able to identify non-compliance in his patients and implement methods to successfully overcome that destructive behavior.

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This lecture by Cynthia Fleck reviews the etiology of pressure ulcers and describes the methods of pressure ulcer prevention.

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