3D HIP INTENSIVE COURSE

Shelf Arthroplasty of Dorsal Acetabular Rim
with 3D-printed personalized Titanium Implant (3D HIP) for young dogs with Hip Dysplasia

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to shelf arthroplasty using a personalized 3D-printed titanium implant (3DHIP) as a treatment for hip laxity in young dogs with hip dysplasia. Participants will gain an in-depth understanding of patient selection criteria, surgical technique, and post-operative management to optimize outcomes.

Through theoretical instruction and hands-on training, attendees will learn:

• The safety and feasibility of shelf arthroplasty using a personalized 3DHIP implant for stabilizing hip joints in young dogs.
• Inclusion criteria critical for selecting suitable patients to ensure successful treatment outcomes.
• The use of intraoperative fluoroscopy to confirm correct shelf alignment with the acetabular rim.
• How 3DHIP offers a less invasive alternative to pelvic osteotomies like DPO/TPO.
• The advantages of bilateral application in a single operative session.
• The benefits of fast recovery, early return to pain-free locomotion, and minimal implant-related complications.

This course is essential for veterinary surgeons seeking to expand their expertise in minimally invasive orthopedic solutions for canine hip dysplasia, providing a practical and innovative approach to improving joint stability and long-term function.

Who Should Attend?

This course is designed for veterinary surgeons with an interest in orthopedic surgery, particularly those treating canine hip dysplasia. It is ideal for professionals who:

• Perform or are looking to expand their expertise in hip stabilization procedures.
• Want to incorporate shelf arthroplasty using personalized 3D-printed implants into their practice.
• Are interested in minimally invasive alternatives to pelvic osteotomies like DPO/TPO.
• Seek to improve patient outcomes with faster recovery and reduced implant-related complications.

Prior attendance at a 3D HIP Course is mandatory before applying this technique in clinical practice.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Understand the principles of shelf arthroplasty as a treatment for hip dysplasia in young dogs.
• Define inclusion criteria to identify suitable candidates for acetabular rim extension using 3DHIP.
• Learn the surgical anatomy relevant to the shelf arthroplasty procedure.
• Perform acetabular rim extension using a patient-specific 3D-printed titanium implant (3DHIP).
• Gain insights into imaging techniques, including the role of intraoperative fluoroscopy in confirming correct implant placement.
• Understand the complete workflow of 3DHIP, from patient selection and implant fabrication to surgical application.

Key Learning Points

• Safe and Feasible Technique: Shelf arthroplasty using a personalized 3D-printed titanium implant (3DHIP) is a reliable method for treating hip laxity in young dogs.
• Patient Selection Matters: Understanding the inclusion criteria for 3DHIP is crucial for achieving optimal surgical outcomes.
• Precision with Fluoroscopy: Intraoperative fluoroscopy is recommended to ensure correct shelf alignment with the acetabular rim.
• Less Invasive Alternative: 3DHIP offers a minimally invasive approach compared to pelvic osteotomies like DPO/TPO.
• Bilateral Application in One Surgery: The procedure allows for simultaneous treatment of both hips in a single operative session.
• Faster Recovery & Better Mobility: 3DHIP is associated with rapid post-surgical recovery, early return to pain-free movement, and minimal implant-related complications.

3D HIP WORKSHOP