FIXATION OF ARTHROSCOPIC FRACTURES

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 Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure during which the internal structure of a joint is examined for the diagnosis and treatment of problems within the joint. Advances in arthroscopic techniques and equipment have led to the use of this surgical method to correct fractures. Approximately 10% to 20% of scapula fractures require surgery and arthroscopic fracture fixation uses this procedure to treat a fracture of the shoulder bones in a minimally invasive process with the help of metal instruments. fractures are those that can be treated arthroscopically.



The main advantages of arthroscopic fracture fixation over open methods are direct visualization of the intra-articular space, decreased invasiveness, and the possibility of multitasking interventions through which the fixation of the fracture and the repair of soft tissues and cartilage can be performed simultaneously. Since this method allows direct imaging of the fracture on an external monitor, arthroscopic fracture fixation has so far been used successfully for the treatment of fractures of the tibial plateau, tibial eminence, malleoli, pilon, calcaneus, femoral head, glenoid, greater tuberosity, distal clavicle, radial head, coronoid, distal radius, and scaphoid.



The arthroscopic shoulder fracture fixation procedure uses the guidance of a small camera attached to an arthroscope that allows the surgeon to view and repair damaged cartilage and tissue around the shoulder joint with a minimally invasive technique. anesthetic to administer a general or regional anesthetic. The arthroscope is then inserted through a small incision made at the research site, and then more incisions are made to insert the surgical tools to rectify the damage done to the shoulder joint. After fixation of the fracture, the incisions are closed and sutured. Arthroscopic fracture fixation uses a set of metal screws, pins, and suture anchors to fix the fracture to the shoulder bone. There are 3 main bones in the shoulder called the clavicle, shoulder blade, and arm bone. These bones are held together with the help of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and joints to create movement. A direct fall, accident or any type of sports injury can cause a fracture in the bones of the shoulder losing alignment and restricting the movement of the arms.



Although not for all fractures, arthroscopy is a minor blow to the body, it is easier to heal, it has fewer potential wound complications, and less potential blood loss. It allows patients to have a shorter hospital stay and retention of shoulder and arm movements and reduces the chances of improper healing. It also reduces the risk of healing in inappropriate positions, as the fracture repair is aided by metal instrumentation that is inserted during surgery. Most people need 6 weeks or more to recover. The time it takes to recover depends on the surgery that has been performed. Until the strength and range of motion of the shoulder have returned to normal, the range of activity will need to be limited. The use of arthroscopy in all joints is increasing because it reduces morbidity and has a proven ability to treat certain conditions. Arthroscopy can be a useful adjunct to treating many of the fractures and minimizing the problems associated with an intra-articular injury in ankle fractures.

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