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Arthroscopy, also known as joint endoscopy, is a minimally invasive procedure in orthopaedics and trauma surgery, which can be used both diagnostically and therapeutically in the case of injuries and degenerative changes. Arthroscopy is performed through small incisions (arthrotomies) and with the help of an arthroscope (a special form of endoscope) and is a very … Arthroscopy of the elbow joint

Procedure In addition to general anaesthesia, various regional anaesthesia procedures are also available for arthroscopy, in which the patient remains conscious but feels no pain. However, general anaesthesia is generally preferred to regional anaesthesia, as it allows maximum relaxation of the arm muscles, which makes the arthroscopy much easier for the surgeon. To perform the … Procedure | Arthroscopy of the elbow joint