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Vikram A Mhaskar1,2,3, Himanshu Agrahari4, Jitendra Maheshwari4,5,6
1Department of Orthopaedics, Max Smart Hospital, Saket, New Delhi, 110017, India. drvikrammhaskar@gmail.com.
Journal of Ultrasound
|May 15, 2022
Summary
Intra-operative ultrasound is a valuable tool for soft tissue pathologies during arthroscopic surgery. It aids in cyst decompression, meniscus repair, and guiding incisions, improving surgical outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Medical Imaging
- Diagnostic Ultrasound
Background:
- Ultrasound offers a portable, radiation-free alternative to MRI for intra-operative imaging.
- Accurate localization of soft tissue pathology is critical in minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility of intra-operative ultrasound as an adjunctive imaging modality in arthroscopic knee surgery.
- To assess ultrasound's effectiveness in diagnosing and localizing soft tissue pathologies, including meniscal cysts and root repairs.
Main Methods:
- Intra-operative ultrasound was utilized in eight arthroscopic cases.
- Applications included medial meniscus horizontal tears with cyst excision, lateral parameniscal cysts, and meniscus root repairs.
Main Results:
- Ultrasound effectively confirmed cyst decompression and complete removal.
- It accurately assessed meniscus extrusion reduction in root repairs.
- The modality guided portal placement, avoiding neurovascular structures.
Conclusions:
- Intra-operative ultrasound is a beneficial tool for diagnosing and localizing soft tissue pathologies in arthroscopic surgery.
- Its portability, lack of radiation, and ability to guide procedures enhance surgical precision.
- Surgeon training is essential for optimal utilization of this imaging modality.
