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Published on: May 1, 2020
Basics of Elbow Arthroscopy
Melissa L Carpenter1, Jose F Vega1, Monique Haynes1
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.A.
Abstract:
Elbow arthroscopy can be utilized to treat a variety of elbow pathologies. With recent advancements in arthroscopic technology and our understanding of elbow anatomy, several approaches to elbow arthroscopy have been proposed. However, a "gold-standard" has yet to be defined. In this Technical Note, the authors describe a systematic approach to perform elbow arthroscopy in the lateral decubitus position. Strategic placement of portals reduces the risk of damage to neurovascular structures. Our surgical technique aims to offer a safe, reproducible method for achieving excellent visualization and access to both anterior and posterior compartments, thereby optimizing outcomes and minimizing complications.
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