title: Radiocarpal arthroscopy portals and normal anatomy.
abstract: Wrist arthroscopy is now an accepted technique in the evaluation of radiocarpal intra-articular pathology. An understanding of the surface anatomic landmarks and articular anatomy is required to safely and effectively perform the technique. Multiple portals are used to arthroscopically view the radiocarpal joint and provide access for irrigation and surgical instruments.
authors.affiliation: Medical College of Pennsylvania, Allegheny General Hospital, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Pittsburgh.
authors.forename: G A
authors.initials: GA
authors.lastname: Buterbaugh
mesh_terms: D001182:Arthroscopy / Q000379:methods; D002358:Cartilage, Articular / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D006801:Humans; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D017534:Radial Artery / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D011826:Radial Nerve / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D014459:Ulnar Nerve / Q000033:anatomy & histology; D014955:Wrist Joint / Q000033:anatomy & histology* / Q000098:blood supply / Q000294:innervation