title: Complications of elbow and wrist arthroscopy.
abstract: Arthroscopy is a valuable tool in the diagnosis and treatment of various elbow and wrist disorders. Because of the close proximity of vital neurovascular structures, arthroscopy of these joints must be undertaken with a thorough understanding of the anatomy and with experience with the surgical procedures. Although there are reports of complications from procedures in both joints, there is a lack of agreement as to the rate and types of complications. We reviewed the literature to help the reader develop a comprehensive understanding of the risks and plentiful complications associated with arthroscopic procedures of the elbow and wrist and to describe strategies to prevent adverse outcomes.
authors: The Hughston Foundation, Columbus, GA, USA.
authors: Yaser
authors: Y
authors: El-Gazzar
authors: Champ L
authors: CL
authors: Baker
authors: Champ L
authors: CL
authors: Baker
mesh_terms: D001182:Arthroscopy / Q000009:adverse effects*; D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D007592:Joint Diseases / Q000601:surgery*; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D014955:Wrist Joint / Q000601:surgery*