title: Arthroscopic ankle arthrodesis.
abstract: Arthroscopic ankle arthrodesis provides the surgeon with an alternative to traditional open techniques. Arthroscopic ankle arthrodesis has demonstrated faster union rates, decreased complications, reduced postoperative pain, and shorter hospital stays. Adherence to sound surgical techniques, particularly with regard to joint preparation, is critical for success. Although total ankle replacement continues to grow in popularity, arthroscopic ankle arthrodesis remains a viable alternative for the management of end-stage arthritic ankle.
authors.affiliation: College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, Des Moines University, Des Moines, IA, USA. mlee@dsmcapitalortho.com
authors.forename: Michael S
authors.initials: MS
authors.lastname: Lee
mesh_terms: D000843:Ankle Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D001172:Arthritis, Rheumatoid / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods*; D001182:Arthroscopy / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D001858:Bone Nails; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D016916:Joint Deformities, Acquired / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D019060:Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods; D010147:Pain Measurement; D010149:Postoperative Pain / Q000503:physiopathology; D011182:Postoperative Care / Q000379:methods; D016059:Range of Motion, Articular / Q000502:physiology; D020127:Recovery of Function; D012720:Severity of Illness Index; D014057:Tomography, X-Ray Computed; D016896:Treatment Outcome