Switching sticks may be used to allow visualization from both portals (Fig 4). The arthroscopic examination includes an assessment of the congruity of the femoral head from both portals.

Arthroscopy provides unparalleled access to ... You need to have a conversation with your doctor as to whether a pre-operative examination by your primary care doctor is required.

Background. Although arthroscopy of upper extremity joints was initially a diagnostic tool, it is increasingly used for therapeutic interventions. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) are ...

The OATS procedure is fairly common, but if X-rays or arthroscopic examination show evidence of more widespread cartilage damage, the OATS procedure will not be performed. The reason is that the ...