Mar 24, 20211 min readFluid extravasationIf the capsular incision is too large while the subcutaneous and skin incisions are too small, irrigation fluid will dissect into the...
Mar 23, 20211 min readDistally placed arthroscopic portalIf the arthroscopic portal is placed too far distally there is chance to damage the anterior portion of lateral meniscus. This is...
Mar 22, 20211 min readMeniscal root tearsThese are radial tears with in 1cm of the meniscal attachment or avulsion of meniscal root from the site of attachment. Medial meniscal...
Mar 20, 20211 min readSwitching portalsA switching rod is first inserted into the instrument portal like any operating instrument and positioned under vision. The arthroscope...
Mar 19, 20211 min readIndications for posterolateral portalIndications for posterolateral portal are limted. It is most commonly used for complete synovectomy and loose body retrieval.