Arthroscopy: Definition, Uses, and Clinical Overview
Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure used to look inside a joint and, when needed, treat joint problems. It is a surgical procedure and also a diagnostic method because it can confirm intra-articular pathology directly. It is commonly used in orthopedic practice for the knee and shoulder, and also for the hip, ankle, elbow, and wrist. It relies on a small camera (arthroscope) and specialized instruments inserted through small incisions.