Abstract
Fluid inflow is the established method of providing distension, visualization, and irrigation of the joint. The fluid also has a cooling effect to the joint if cautery is used. However, the surgeon must be wary of excessive swelling and extravasation, which can also hinder conversion to open surgery because of edematous tissue planes.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | The Elbow and Wrist |
Subtitle of host publication | AANA Advanced Arthroscopic Surgical Techniques |
Editors | Felix Savoie, Larry Field, Scott Steinmann |
Publisher | CRC Press/Balkema |
Chapter | 23 |
Pages | 227-235 |
Number of pages | 9 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781040140826, 9781003523963 |
ISBN (Print) | 9781630910013 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2015 |