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• Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure. It involves examining damage to a joint using an arthroscope. During the procedure the surgeon will make a small incision and insert a pencil sized instruments with a light and lens to illuminate the inside of the joint. A camera helps them observe the joint on a television type screen.

• Fast Facts

  1. Also known as Arthroscopic Surgery
  2. Used on joints of the knee, shoulder, elbow, wrist, ankle, hip
  3. An arthroscope is a type of endoscope
  4. Still requires anesthetics
  5. After surgery the incisions will be covered with dressings
  6. Uncommon complications: blood clots, excessive swelling or bleeding, infection, damage to blood vessels or nerves
  7. Incision takes several days to heal
  8. Joint takes several weeks to recover

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  The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor about Arthroscopy.

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