title: Arthroscopic retrieval of loose bodies.
abstract: Using an ordinary metallic suction tube through a separate puncture wound, we were able to retrieve a free-floating loose body by suction action. We facilitated its retrieval by using conveniently located grasping forceps. This combination reproduces the action of commercially available suction loose body forceps.
authors.affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, National University of Singapore, Republic of Singapore.
authors.forename: V P
authors.initials: VP
authors.lastname: Kumar
authors.forename: K
authors.initials: K
authors.lastname: Satku
mesh_terms: D001182:Arthroscopy / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D007594:Joint Loose Bodies / Q000601:surgery*; D013396:Suction / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*