JBJS Case Connections—Arthroscopy Solves Ornery Ortho Problems

The indications for arthroscopic treatment of musculoskeletal injuries continue to expand as orthopaedists find new and creative ways to apply this flexible technology. The May 2016 “Case Connections” article springboards from a May 25, 2016 JBJS Case Connector report about an isolated avulsion of the teres minor tendon that was repaired arthroscopically. That unique case is linked to three others from the JBJS Case Connector archive:

• Arthroscopic treatment of a knee flexion contracture
• Arthroscopic reduction/fixation of an acetabular rim fracture
• Arthroscopically assisted medial femoral condyle reduction

As impressive as these minimally invasive solutions are, orthopaedists should always keep in mind that arthroscopy, like any other surgical procedure, is not without its potential complications (see related “Case Connections” article).