Arthroscopy

Arthroscopy (abbreviated as ASK) is an endoscopic diagnostic, and simultaneously a therapeutic, method used for joint diseases and injuries (most often knee joint and shoulder joint).

Principle

 * The joint is filled with a sterile solution and after the introduction of the endoscope, it is possible to examine and treat the joint cavity.
 * Advantages: mini-invasive method, less postoperative pain, faster rehabilitation.
 * Disadvantages: price, erudition.

Usage

 * diagnostics (biopsy, hemarthrosis);
 * extraction of joint muscles, débridement;
 * treatment of articular cartilage;
 * meniscectomy (mostly partial);
 * meniscal suture;
 * removal of adhesions, joint folds;
 * synovectomy (rheumatology);
 * fixation of dissections in dissecting osteochondrosis;
 * acromioplasty and subacromial decompression for impingement syndrome.

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