It is a minimally invasive surgical procedure in which an examination and sometimes treatment of damage of the interior of a joint is performed using an arthroscope, a type of endoscope that is inserted into the joint through a small incision(keyhole). The joint is observed by the surgeons in a monitor. This helps in a better diagnosis of the torn tissues like ligaments, cartilage etc.
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Being a day care surgery, the pre operative assessment is done prior to admission. Pre operative work up starts with a Consultation with the Orthopaedic Surgeon which lasts for about 30 minutes. It includes a detailed history, general physical examination, shoulder joint examination, x rays, MRI, blood investigations, ECG, Echo(if required) and patient counseling. You will additionally have to meet the Anaesthetist too. Once you are fit for surgery, you will be admitted for undergoing the procedure.
It is a usually a day care procedure done under general anaesthesia in beach chair position. The procedure consists of making tiny incisions in the joint. After the diagnosis is done with the help of the shoulder images, various instruments are inserted through the same incisions or separate ones. These instruments may perform various functions like knot typing, grasping, cutting, suture passing etc. The ligaments and bones are assessed and repaired if required. Wounds are closed with a single stitch. Post-surgery
After the surgery, the wound is covered with a small dressing and bandage. You are usually discharged in the evening. Exercises can help the shoulder in getting strong and improve the ability of motion. The doctor and the physiotherapist will suggest the necessary exercises. The complete recovery is depended upon the treated disease condition.
