Complications in ankle and foot arthroscopy

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Minimally Invasive Procedures

Background:

• Arthroscopy, a minimally invasive surgical technique, is utilized across various joints including the foot and ankle.
• The history of foot and ankle arthroscopy dates back to Burman in 1931.
• Recent decades have seen substantial advancements in arthroscopic equipment, instrumentation, and surgical techniques.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review the progression and current status of arthroscopy in foot and ankle surgery.
• To highlight the increasing interest and application of foot and ankle arthroscopy.
• To address the potential complications associated with the growing number of these procedures.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of arthroscopic procedures in the foot and ankle.
• Analysis of advancements in diagnostic and imaging capabilities.
• Examination of the relationship between procedural volume and complication rates.

Main Results:

• Foot and ankle arthroscopy has undergone significant technical evolution since its inception.
• Improvements in diagnostic tools and imaging have fueled greater interest in the procedure.
• An increase in the frequency of arthroscopic foot and ankle surgeries correlates with a rise in potential complications.

Conclusions:

• Arthroscopic techniques for the foot and ankle have matured considerably.
• Enhanced diagnostic capabilities have driven the adoption of foot and ankle arthroscopy.
• The expanding use of arthroscopic foot and ankle procedures necessitates careful consideration of associated risks and complications.