Elbow arthroscopy

Abstract

Arthroscopy of the elbow is not performed as commonly as many of the other joints of the body. There are several reasons for this: first is the relative unfamiliarity of the techniques, second is the concern about neurovascular risk when performing elbow arthroscopy, third is the limited maneuverability in the joint that makes the procedure somewhat more difficult than some other joints and fourth is the relatively limited number of indications for elbow arthroscopy.