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Summary
This first of three articles on arthroscopy of small joints is a brief overview of
the current arthroscopes and the modifications that have made arthroscopy of small
joint spaces possible. Those modifications include angulation at 25–30°, improved
low-light, high-resolution chip cameras, and use without a bulky camera adapter. The
largest possible arthroscope should be used, but size is limited in diameter to 2.0
mm for the distal radioulnar and temporomandibular joints, 2.7 mm for the midcarpal
joint, and 3.0 mm for the radiocarpal joint. The need to have high-quality repair
service available is stressed.
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© 1988 Arthroscopy Association of North America. All rights reserved. Published by Elsevier Inc.
