Arthroscopy
Definition
Arthroscopy is an endoscopic procedure that allows direct visualization of a joint. This
procedure is minimally invasive in which the examination for diagnosis and/or treatment of
the internal joint structure is performed using an arthroscope or a tube-like viewing
instrument. An arthroscope is a type of endoscope that is inserted into the joint through a
small incision.If procedures are performed in addition to examining the joint with arthroscope
the procedure is now called arthroscopic surgery. A procedure done arthroscopically instead
of by traditional surgical techniques, usually causes less tissue trauma, results in less pain,
and may promote a quicker recovery.
Indications of Arthroscopy
● Arthritis – helpful in diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory, non-inflammatory
and infectious types of arthritis and non-inflammatory degenerative arthritis or
osteoarthritis.
● Various joint injury such as cartilage tears or meniscus tears, ligament strains and
tears, cartilage deterioration underneath the patella or kneecap
● Evaluation of knees and shoulders
● Examine and treat conditions of the wrist, ankles and elbows
Definition
Arthroscopy is an endoscopic procedure that allows direct visualization of a joint. This
procedure is minimally invasive in which the examination for diagnosis and/or treatment of
the internal joint structure is performed using an arthroscope or a tube-like viewing
instrument. An arthroscope is a type of endoscope that is inserted into the joint through a
small incision.If procedures are performed in addition to examining the joint with arthroscope
the procedure is now called arthroscopic surgery. A procedure done arthroscopically instead
of by traditional surgical techniques, usually causes less tissue trauma, results in less pain,
and may promote a quicker recovery.
Indications of Arthroscopy
● Arthritis – helpful in diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory, non-inflammatory
and infectious types of arthritis and non-inflammatory degenerative arthritis or
osteoarthritis.
● Various joint injury such as cartilage tears or meniscus tears, ligament strains and
tears, cartilage deterioration underneath the patella or kneecap
● Evaluation of knees and shoulders
● Examine and treat conditions of the wrist, ankles and elbows
