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The Modified Single-working Portal Technique Using Lasso-loop Stitch with Needle for Arthroscopic Subscapularis Repair
Published on: August 8, 2025
[Set-up, portals and normal exploration in wrist arthroscopy]
A Atzei1, R Luchetti, A Sgarbossa
1U. O. Chirurgia della Mano, Policlinico G. B. Rossi, Piazzale L.A. Scuro, 10, 37100 Véone, Italie. andrea.atzei@univr.it
Chirurgie De La Main
|March 17, 2007
Summary
Wrist arthroscopy is a valuable technique for diagnosing and treating joint problems using specialized tools. Both dry and wet techniques allow for thorough examination and surgical intervention with careful portal placement to protect surrounding structures.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Procedures
- Anatomy
Context:
- Arthroscopy is a well-established surgical procedure for evaluating and treating intra-articular wrist pathologies.
- Specialized miniaturized instrumentation and traction systems are essential for effective wrist arthroscopy.
- Both dry (external distraction) and wet (saline infusion) techniques can be employed for joint distension.
Purpose:
- To describe the indications and techniques for wrist arthroscopy.
- To detail the necessary instrumentation and traction systems.
- To explain portal placement and visualization of intra-articular structures.
Summary:
- Wrist arthroscopy enables comprehensive evaluation and treatment of various wrist joint disorders.
- Proper portal placement, guided by surface anatomy, is crucial to avoid neurovascular injury.
- The choice between dry and wet techniques depends on the specific diagnostic or therapeutic needs.
Impact:
- Facilitates accurate diagnosis of intra-articular wrist conditions.
- Enables minimally invasive surgical treatment of wrist pathologies.
- Provides surgeons with versatile options for accessing and treating different wrist joint structures.
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