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Arthroscopy Center
Arthroscopy
- A type of keyhole surgery used both to diagnose and treat problems with joints
- After drilling a tiny hole (less than 1cm in diameter) on the joint disease-expected area, a micro camera-mounted arthroscope is inserted through the hole. The joint conditions are observed through a monitor, and surgical treatment can be performed if necessary.
Indications
| Knee disease | Knee cartilage-meniscus injury, meniscus tears, ACL/PCL tear, degenerative knee arthritis |
|---|---|
| Shoulder disease | Rupture of rotator cuff, frozen shoulder, habitual dislocation, shoulder impingement |
| Food disease | Loose body and cartilage damage |
Advantages
- Accurate diagnosis and precise surgery possible through a micro camera
- Minimum incision of the joint short recovery period and quick return to daily routine
- Low pain and little scar
- Very small risk of complications