title: Simplifying arthroscopic suture retrieval with a knot pusher.
abstract: The author describes a technique for simplifying suture retrieval during arthroscopic procedures. During retrograde suture retrieval, it might be difficult to grasp sutures unless the suture is brought to the retrieving instrument. If the surgeon does not have an assistant with arthroscopic experience, guiding the suture to the retriever could be impossible. Using a closed-end knot pusher, the assistant can easily deliver the suture to the retriever. This technique allows even the least experienced arthroscopists to assist with suture retrieval.
authors.affiliation: Wellington Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine, Cincinnati, Ohio 45245, USA. favbone@aol.com
authors.forename: Paul J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Favorito
mesh_terms: D001182:Arthroscopy / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D017006:Rotator Cuff / Q000601:surgery; D012785:Shoulder Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D013536:Suture Techniques