Abstract
Arthroscopy of the stiff elbow joint is a technically difficult procedure because
of the decreased joint space of the elbow joint, even to experienced surgeons. Problems
encountered include limited access of instrument to the intra-articular space and
an increased risk of cartilage injury in the contracted elbow joint. This study describes
a novel transarticular approach for elbow arthroscopy that allows the safe and effective
creation of the proximal medial and lateral portals.
Arthroscopy: The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery, Vol 19, No 4 (April),
2003: pp E37
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*Supported by BK21 Project for Medical Sciences, Yonsei University.
**Address correspondence and reprint requests to Sung-Jae Kim, M.D., Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine C.P.O Box 8044, 134, Shinchon-Dong, Seodaemun-Ku, 120-752, Seoul, Korea. E-mail: [email protected]
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© 2003 Arthroscopy Association of North America. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
