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. 2023 Dec;26(4):455-461.
doi: 10.5397/cise.2022.01291. Epub 2023 Feb 22.

Improving visualization in shoulder arthroscopy

Emily R McDermott  1 , David J Tennent  2 , Daniel J Song  2
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Improving visualization in shoulder arthroscopy

Emily R McDermott et al. Clin Shoulder Elb. 2023 Dec.

Abstract

Arthroscopic shoulder procedures are one of the most common procedures used to restore function through minimally invasive techniques. With the demand for shoulder arthroscopic procedures comes the need for safe, effective, and efficient surgery that maximizes patient outcomes while minimizing complications. Many variables contribute to visualization in shoulder arthroscopy including vascular anatomy, blood pressure control, arthroscopic pump systems, turbulence control, epinephrine, and tranexamic acid. Furthermore, patient positioning can have a dramatic effect on visualization with both the beach chair position and lateral decubitus positioning having various strengths and weaknesses depending on the intended procedure being performed. The purpose of this review is to examine the benefits and complications reported in the literature for improving visualization in shoulder arthroscopy.

Keywords: Arthroscopy; Review; Surgery; Visualization; Shoulder.

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