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Knee Joint

Knee Joint

The knee joint is the most complicated joint in the body. It consists of three articulations– two tibiofemoral and one patellofemoral. As is characteristic of synovial joints, the knee joint has a thin articular capsule that partially surrounds this joint cavity. Additionally, several ligaments, muscles, and cartilaginous structures support the movement of the knee.
A total of seven ligaments support the knee joint. The patellar ligament, which is also attached to the quadriceps femoris...

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Arthroscopic knee surgery.

D C Valdez, R Wood

Seminars in Perioperative Nursing

|October 1, 1992

Summary

Arthroscopy of the knee is a common ambulatory surgery. Perioperative nurses must adapt to new technologies for complex knee arthroscopy procedures.

Area of Science:

Orthopedic Surgery
Nursing Care

Background:

Knee arthroscopy is a frequent procedure in ambulatory surgery centers.
Technological advancements are increasing the complexity of these surgeries.

Purpose of the Study:

To discuss the perioperative nursing care for patients undergoing knee arthroscopy.
To highlight the challenges nurses face with evolving surgical technologies.

Main Methods:

Review of current literature on knee arthroscopy and perioperative nursing.
Discussion of technological trends impacting surgical procedures.

Main Results:

Knee arthroscopy is a high-volume procedure.
Increasing complexity requires continuous learning for perioperative nurses.

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Conclusions:

Perioperative nurses require ongoing education to manage advanced knee arthroscopy technology.
Effective patient care relies on nurses staying current with technological innovations.