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What is the definition or description of: knee arthroscopy?
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Camera in joint: A procedure where two or more small incisions are made too allow for a small camera and instruments to be placed into the knee joint to perform various different procedures.
Answered 7/24/2013
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Scope exam of knee: A scope (arthroscope) is inserted into the knee to allow visual examination of the structures in the knee for diagnosis. Operative arthroscopy of the knee allows treatment of specific problems without an incision or with limited incisions.
Answered 1/24/2013
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