A procedure to examine the inside of a joint by means of an arthroscope.
Surgical procedure that uses a fiberoptic scope to visualize a joint and remove tissues such as damaged cartilage or bone spurs.
A procedure, often done under local anesthesia, that allows direct inspection of the interior of a joint and performance of surgery to correct a diagnosed abnormality, such as a torn ligament, joint disease, torn cartilage, or other problem. The procedure is usually done following arthrography.
Inspection of the interior of a joint (usually the knee) to diagnose any disorder there. The instrument used is a type of endoscope called an arthroscope. The knee is often affected by conditions that are not easy to diagnose and are not revealed by X-ray examination. Surgery can be performed using arthroscopy and this reduces the time a patient has to be in hospital.
Direct joint visualization by means of an arthroscope (fiber-optic endoscope), usually to remove, repair, or replace tissue, such as cartilage fragments or torn ligaments, or to anneal injured tissues.
The act of scrutinizing a joint using an arthroscope or engaging in surgical interventions within a joint with the assistance of an arthroscope.
The examination of the interior of a joint, typically for diagnostic purposes, using an endoscope (a tube equipped with a viewing mechanism) is known as arthroscopy.
Arthroscopy is primarily employed for diagnosing disorders of the knee joint, although it can also be utilized in other joints such as the shoulder, hip, or wrist. This procedure grants the surgeon a visual assessment of the bone surfaces, ligaments, cartilages, and synovial membrane. Furthermore, samples can be collected during the procedure for subsequent examination.
In the past, certain surgical interventions, such as the excision of damaged cartilage, ligament repairs, and patella (kneecap) shaving, necessitated a large incision. However, these procedures are now predominantly conducted using arthroscopic techniques. Arthroscopic surgery significantly diminishes the required recovery period, offering a notable advantage over traditional methods.