Arthroscopy

Abstract

Arthroscopy in haemophilic subjects is nowadays considered a procedure associated with good clinical outcomes and a low rate of complications. Once addressed as the minimally invasive way to obtain a synovectomy, to date it is performed for several other procedures, as loose bodies removal and joint debridement. It is also useful as assistance for a mini-open ankle fusion. The modern aim of an arthroscopy in a target joint is to delay a more aggressive surgical approach. Thus, critical are the indications: early to moderate or mild arthropathies, in adult or young subjects after failure of conservative treatments. Knees and ankles are the most arthroscopically treated joints, followed by elbows and shoulders.

Keywords: Arthroscopy, Ankle, Arthrolysis, Debridement, Elbow, Haemophilia, Knee, Loose bodies removal, Paediatric patients, Shoulder, Synovectomy.