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ARTHROSCOPY
WestVet
is excited to introduce minimally invasive arthroscopic surgeries
for small animals with Drs John Chandler and Jeff Brourman. Arthroscopy
is a technique used to perform joint exploration and assist with several
intra-articular procedures for your pet's knees, elbows, wrists, hips,
and shoulders.
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Magnification
and enhanced detail with Arthroscopy |
Although
relatively new to veterinary medicine, the increasing popularity and acceptance
of arthroscopy is just one more way in which veterinary medicine
is closing the gap with human medicine.
Benefits of Arthroscopy:
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Allows
for better visualization of the joint due to magnification (camera
can also zoom in on areas of interest to increase magnification
further) and intense illumination |
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Provides
increased precision over open joint procedures (arthrotomy)
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Increases
potential for quicker return to function |
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Decreases
postoperative pain |
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Reduces
possibility of joint morbidity vs. tradional "open"
procedures (arthrotomy) |
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Leaves
a smaller skin incision than arthrotomy |
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Captures
digital images for review and allows for owners to obtain copies
of arthroscopic pictures |
For
more information about arthroscopy, please ask your veterinarian
or send us an email. |
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