HEALTH & DISEASE A  B  C  D  E  F  G  H  I  J  K  L  M  N  O  P  Q  R  S  T  U  V  W  X  Y  Z                    HOME ABOUT CATEGORIES SITE MAP COPYRIGHT ADVERTISE CONTACT entire Web this site arthroscope A rigid telescope fitted with a lens system and fiber-optic illumination that is inserted into a joint through a small ("keyhole") incision and generates a magnified picture of the joint interior that can be viewed on a video screen. The diameter of arthroscopes ranges from 2 mm for small joints to 5 mm for larger joints. Arthroscopy is performed in a hospital or clinic, usually by an orthopedic surgeon. The use of either general or local anesthesia depends on which joint is being tested. During arthroscopy, a biopsy or percutaneous surgery may be carried out. Related category    • HEALTH AND DISEASE Also on this site: Encyclopedia of Alternative Energy & Sustainable Living Encyclopedia of History Transport Concepts & Designs (partner site) BACK TO TOP