Learning Curve in Ponseti Method – Evolution in 5 Year-Intervals
Tatiana de Moura Guerschman,
Monica Paschoal Nogueira
Abstract:Objective: Evaluate whether the experience of the surgeon could reduce Ponseti treatment time, and a number of cast changes, and the evolution of the Pirani Score. Methods: 2 reference centers were evaluated. At Institution 1, 254 patients with idiopathic clubfoot (403 feet) were included, and at Institution 2, 32 patients (51 feet). At institution 1 (mentor), 3 intervals of 5 years each were analyzed. At the Institution 2 (trainee), 1 interval of 5 years was analyzed. Results: Patients treated by the mentor… Show more
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