Arthroscopy (derived from the roots meaning arthroscopic[eklem][joint] and scopy[gözlemek][observing]) is applied in the diagnosis and treatment of joint diseases, by enlarging the inner part of the joints 6-10 times by means of a small lens and lighting system placed in a thin instrument called Arthroscopy through the opened incision.

It is a surgical method that allows visualization of Arthroscopy can be performed in a shorter time compared to other surgical methods, can provide more detailed data and record these data digitally. Joints that cannot be observed with open surgery can also be visualized with arthroscopy, and their diagnosis and treatment can be performed. Due to the convenience it provides, it is one of the most frequently used surgical procedures today.

What are the Advantages of Arthroscopic Surgery?

• Since it is made through small incisions, minimal damage is done to intact tissues.
• Postoperative pain of patients is much less than open surgical procedures.
• Recovery and return to daily life are much shorter. Recovery and return to daily life are much shorter. This is very valuable for professional athletes.
• With adequate physical exercises, the risk of limitation of motion in the joint is almost non-existent compared to open interventions.
• Risks such as infection and thrombophlebitis are very low.
• Recovery time is shorter and more comfortable.

How is Arthroscopic Surgery Method Applied?

• Appropriate hospital, operating room and anesthesia facilities are required for arthroscopic applications. Spinal anesthesia is often used.
• An incision of 0.5 cm is made to enter the joint. Depending on the case, a few more incisions may be required.
• A second incision is made to allow the instruments to be used in surgical practice to reach the joint.
• Surgical interventions are performed by monitoring the images taken from the arthroscope on the monitor.
• Simple painkillers are usually sufficient for pain after arthroscopic intervention.
• The length of stay in the hospital varies between one and two days, depending on the type of application. The general hospitalization period is one day, except for patients with cruciate ligament and kneecap dislocations.

Joint Diseases Treatable with Arthroscopy

In Knee Joint

• Removal of torn meniscus pieces
• Suturing some meniscus tears
• Anterior and posterior cruciate ligament repairs
• Early treatment of calcification
• Treatment of fractures involving the knee joint
• Cartilage transplants
• Correction of patella (kneecap) axis
• Treatment of kneecap dislocations
• Discharge of joint inflammations
• Synovectomy (removal of the diseased joint membrane)
• Opening the movement restrictions that occur after an accident or illness.
• Removal of benign tumors and cysts inside the joint
• Removal of intra-articular free bodies

On the Shoulder

• Treatment of muscle tightness and recurrent shoulder dislocations
• Cartilage and muscle chord diseases
• Osteoarthritis (calcification) treatment
• Synevectomy in rheumatic diseases
• Opening shoulder movement restrictions
• Removal of intra-articular free bodies

On Ankle

• Intra-articular fractures, osteochondritis
• Meniscold lesions (tissue compressions after repetitive sprains)
• Osteoarthritis (calcification) treatment
• Treatment of rheumatic diseases

On the Wrist

• Treatment of intra-articular fractures
• Relieving nerve compressions
• Treatment of ligament tears between the wrist bones
• Treatment of articular cartilage damage
• Correction of the special cartilage pad in the joint

At the Elbow

• Treatment of osteochondritis
• Removal of free bodies
• Firing of bone protrusions that prevent movement
• Synevectomy in rheumatic diseases
• Removal of benign tumors and cysts inside the joint