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Elucidated By Your Orthopedic Doctor
Arthroscopy is defined as an orthopedic surgical procedure designed to visualize, diagnose and treat maladies within a joint. It is one of the most commonly performed procedures in medical practice.
Ankle arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that orthopedic surgeons use to treat problems in the ankle joint. This process employs a thin fiber-optic camera (arthroscope) that can magnify and transmit images of the ankle to a video screen.
Its Contraindications
Contraindications for ankle arthroscopy include the following:
- Active Local Soft-Tissue Infection Like Cellulitis & Dermatitis
- Severe Degenerative Joint Disease
- Poor Vascularity In The Leg
- Acute & Chronic Open Wounds
- Severe Edema
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Its Indications & Usage
The various conditions that can be treated by your specialist via carrying out several types of arthroscopic surgical procedures can be enlisted as follows:
- Ankle Arthritis
- Posttraumatic Anterior Ankle Impingement
- Posttraumatic Posterior Ankle Impingement
- Joint Infections
- Inflamed Joint Linings
- Articular Injury
- Ligament Tears & Cartilage Injuries
- Scar Tissue
- Arthrofibrosis
- Ankle Instability
- Arthroscopic-Assisted Ankle Fractures Fixation
- Synovitis
- Loose Bodies/Bone Fragments
- Intra-Articular Bands
- Tendinitis
- Osteophytes
- Osteochondral Defects
- Arthrodesis
- Septic Arthritis
- Tibiotalar Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Idiopathic Ankle Symptoms
Pre-Operative Preparations
- Fasting For At Least 10 Hours Beforehand
- Certain Medications To Be Avoided
- Selection Of Loose, Comfortable Clothing
- Driving Back On Your Own Would Be Prohibited
The following pre-procedural evaluation needs to be carried out by your podiatric specialist at his clinic prior to beginning with the arthroscopic process:
- Clinical Findings
- Laboratory Studies
- Radiography
- Computed Tomography (CT) Scan
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
- Joint Aspiration
The following types of anesthesia may be employed by your surgeon at his clinic depending upon the gravity of procedure:
- Local Anesthesia
- Regional Anesthesia
- General Anesthesia
The General Procedure
During the process,
- the leg is thoroughly cleaned and a tourniquet applied to it
- the arthroscopic surgeon makes a narrow, slit-like incision
- sterile fluid flows into the joint to expand it and allow better visualization
- a thin, hair-like tube attached to which are a fiber-optic HD video camera with a minute light source is inserted
- the internal view is transmitted live to a HD display source for a detailed view
- a narrow and small incision becomes affordable
- the techniques applied can even be utilized to repair some types of joint damage via inserting some additional pencil-thin surgical instruments within other incisions made at required locations
- sutures are placed to close the incisions and a sterile dressing placed over them
Postoperative Care
- Ankle Elevation Above The Heart Level to reduce swelling & pain
- Comfort & Protection through temporary splints or crutches
- Rest, Ice & Compression to be applied to reduce pain and swelling
- Physiotherapy & Exercises for muscle and joint strengthening
- Keeping The Dressing Dry & Clean to prevent infection
- Using Walker Or Crutches to avoid impact while walking
- Keeping Weight Off your operated foot for swift healing
- Wearing Orthotics like a boot or splint to keep the healing ankle stable
- Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Medications imparting relief against pain and inflammation
The Comparative Advantages
Ankle Arthroscopy makes use of small cuts in the skin. Compared to open surgery, you may experience:
- Precise, Simple & Effective
- Swift Procedure With Rapid Recovery
- Can Be Performed As An Outpatient Due To Its Minimally Invasive Nature
- Lesser Pain And Stiffness
- Fewer Complications
- Lower Infection Rates
- Lesser Bleeding & Wound Breakdown
- Minimal Scarring
- Resumption Of Normal Activities Much Sooner
- Used Where All Imaging Techniques Fall Short Of Complete Diagnosis
- Utilized To Study The Joints In The Knee, Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Hip & Ankle
Complications & Risks Involved
Although occurrence of risks is a rare phenomenon, several forms of complications can be stated:
- Infection & Damage To Joint Cartilage From Arthroscopy Instruments
- Internal Tissue Damage
- Formation Of Minor Blood Clots
- DVT (Deep Vein Thrombosis)
- Wound Redness, Swelling, Warmth Or Drainage
- Excessive Bleeding
- Nausea, Vomiting, Fevers, Or Chills
- Allergic Reactions To Medicines
- Breathing Problems
- Failure Of Surgery To Relieve Symptoms
- Failure Of Repair To Heal
- Weakness Of The Ankle
- Injury To Tendon, Blood Vessel, Or Nerve
- Numbness Or Tingling At The Top Of The Foot