Definition of "arthroscopy" []

• Examination of the interior of a joint, such as the knee, using a type of endoscope that is inserted into the joint through a small incision. (noun)

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• "By contrast, a minimally invasive procedure, known as arthroscopy, requires only three puncture wounds in the skin."
• "(also called arthroscopy) is a type of joint surgery which uses a special fiberoptic scope that allows the surgeon to explore and repair the injured joint while minimizing the trauma from the surgery itself."
• "Biomet's product portfolio encompasses reconstructive products, including orthopedic joint replacement devices, bone cements and accessories, autologous therapies and dental reconstructive implants; fixation products, including electrical bone growth stimulators, internal and external orthopedic fixation devices, craniomaxillofacial implants and bone substitute materials; spinal products, including spinal stimulation devices, spinal hardware and orthobiologics; and other products, such as arthroscopy products and softgoods and bracing products."