Arthroscopic treatment for posterior impingement in degenerative arthritis of the elbow

Arthroscopic arthrolysis for posttraumatic elbow stiffness

“…30 Good outcomes have been reported with arthroscopic capsular release. 1,10,22,24,25,26,31,32 Several authors have reported their results after arthroscopic arthrolysis in the treatment of elbow joint contracture (Table III). 2,10,12,14,15,21,23,25,29,32 The results of arthroscopic treatment seem to compare favorably with those of open techniques, with a low rate of complications in both techniques (Table IV).…”

Osteoarthritis of the elbow: Results of arthroscopic osteophyte resection and capsulectomy

“…2,3,6,8,14,16,23,24 Arthroscopic débride-ment and osteocapsular resection is an evolving technique that adequately addresses the underlying pathologic processes, provides outcomes similar to open procedures, and is associated with minimal perioperative morbidity. 10,11,12,17,20 In this report, we document outcomes and complications after arthroscopic osteophyte débridement and capsulectomy, performed by a single surgeon, for symptomatic primary osteoarthritis of the elbow. Our hypothesis was that improved range of motion, pain scores, and Mayo Elbow Performance Index (MEPI) scores would be seen at final follow-up.…”

Arthroscopic elbow surgery, is it safe?

“…The proposed advantages of arthroscopic over open elbow surgery are decreased scarring, decreased risk of infection, less postoperative pain, and a possibly more thorough visualization of the elbow joint. 18 The diversity of indications for elbow arthroscopy is increasing, and it already has proven to be an efficient procedure for resection of osteophytes for bony impingement in osteoarthritis, 1,28,37 for performing a synovectomy in inflammatory arthritis, 1,10,13 for release of radial epicondylitis, 9,35 to remove capsular adhesions, and to release contractures. 3,5,16,17,19,26,40 Other indications are resection of symptomatic synovial plicae, 6,17 removal of loose bodies, 4,8,17,20,29 and treatment of osteochondritis dissecans.…”