Metacarpophalangeal arthroscopy: technique and applications

Tech Hand Up Extrem Surg. 2008 Dec;12(4):208-15. doi: 10.1097/BTH.0b013e31818ce3ce.

Abstract

Metacarpophalangeal joint arthroscopy is an emerging and useful tool for the upper extremity surgeon. Equipment, operating room set-up, and techniques are reviewed. Indications for diagnostic and therapeutic metacarpophalangeal joint arthroscopy are presented, including several relevant applications.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Arthroscopy / methods*
  • Humans
  • Joint Diseases / etiology
  • Joint Diseases / pathology
  • Joint Diseases / surgery*
  • Metacarpophalangeal Joint*
  • Patient Selection