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Patient positioning and portal placement


OVERVIEW

Chapter synopsis

  • A thorough understanding of the indications for elbow arthroscopy and the anatomic structures about the elbow allows safe and effective arthroscopic treatment of a number of elbow disorders. Appropriate patient positioning and correct portal placement are essential.

Important points

  • Thorough physical and imaging examinations are necessary for accurate diagnosis.

  • A complete patient history is essential for identifying differential diagnoses.

  • The most common contraindications to elbow arthroscopy are previous severe trauma and active infection.

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