Goal of the seminar

The  AO  Alliance Seminar—Management  of  Pediatric Musculoskeletal  Infections  provides  a  well-structured,  evidence  based  and comprehensive guide which will serve as a great resource for clinicians in multiple disciplines managing pediatric musculoskeletal infections globally.

Target audience

This seminar is targeted to senior Residents and Consultants dealing with acute  and chronic Musculo-skeletal infections in their practice, and in the reconstructive procedures required for sequalae following infection in the growing skeleton

Seminar description

This seminar is an evidence-based, comprehensive review of the current concepts for the early diagnosis and management of pediatric musculoskeletal infections. The  course  structure  provides  didactic  presentations,  small  group  discussions between  participants  and  faculty,  and  practical  exercises  to  apply  different techniques. This seminar will addresss

• The epidemiology, etiology and the pathogenesis of Pediatric Musculo- skeletal infection
• The treatment goals of managing acute bone and joint infection
• The management of chronic cases and the sequelae of bone and joint infection in childhood.

Seminar objectives

By the end of the seminar participants will be able to

• Outline the epidemiology, burden, and impact of pediatric MSKI.
• Know the classification, pathology, and microbiology of pediatric MSKI.
• Apply key diagnostic modalities for early identification of pediatric MSKI in diverse settings.
• Comprehend the principles of non-operative and operative management of pediatric MSK infections.
• Appreciate the risk factors for developing complications following pediatric MSKI.
• Explain  the  important  complications  and  their  impact  following  pediatric MSKI.
• Describe  the  principles  of  prevention  and  management  of  complications following pediatric MSKI.