Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure carried out to diagnose and treat various joint disorders using a tool called an arthroscope (a small tube equipped with a flashlight & camera) which is inserted through a small incision measuring around 0.75 cm – 1cm. The camera will capture an image of the joint and then display it directly on the monitor screen so that the doctor can carry out analysis and take appropriate action, without having to make a large incision.
Treatable Conditions
The types of conditions and injuries that can be treated with arthroscopy are:
- Arthritis
- Damaged or torn cartilage
- Inflammation of the joint lining
- Loose bone fragments
- Scars on joints
- Torn ligaments
- Torn meniscus
- Torn hip or shoulder labrum
Superiority
The advantages of arthroscopy compared to open surgery include:
- Shorter operation process
- Minimal risk
- Shorter recovery period
- Minimally invasive
- Minimal risk of infection
- Slight surgical scar
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Arthroscopic Procedures
In general, arthroscopic surgery is performed as follows:
- The arthroscopy procedure begins by providing local, regional or total anesthesia (anesthesia), depending on the patient's condition
- The doctor will clean the skin area with antibacterial fluid
- The doctor makes an incision of a few millimeters, then inserts an arthroscopy tool
- Then the doctor will see and take action on the problematic tissue via the monitor screen
- After completing repairing the damaged tissue, the doctor will remove all the tools and then sew the incisions back together
If you & your family have a condition that requires arthroscopy, immediately go to Grha Kedoya Hospital to consult with our best specialist doctor to immediately get appropriate & fast treatment and treatment.
Article written by
Handriadi Winaga, M. Kes, SpOT., AIFO-K
Specialist in Orthopedics and Traumatology
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