Diagnostic Shoulder Arthroscopy: Surgical Technique

Publication date: Available online 11 April 2019Source: Arthroscopy TechniquesAuthor(s): Ian M. Crimmins, Mary K. Mulcahey, Michael J. O'BrienAbstractShoulder arthroscopy is the second most common orthopaedic procedure. Diagnostic arthroscopy of the shoulder requires an efficient and reproducible technique. In this Technical Note, we describe a step-wise approach to diagnostic arthroscopy of the shoulder. This technique is performed using a posterior viewing portal. It can be performed from the beach chair or the lateral decubitus position. This technique uses a 2-circle approach: the surgeon first evaluates the glenoid aspect of the joint space, followed by the humeral aspect of the joint space. This method ensures a complete and consistent evaluation of the glenohumeral joint.
Source: Arthroscopy Techniques - Category: Surgery Source Type: research