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Shoulder Arthroscopy
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Indications for operation: |
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This forms the basis of the other shoulder procedures but may be performed alone
for diagnostic purposes
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Anaesthetic:
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General Anaesthetic with an interscalene block. (Fully asleep with
a local anaesthetic injection into the side of the neck will numb the nerves to
the shoulder for post-operative pain relief)
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Operation type:
Arthroscopic |
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Incisions: |
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3 ½ cm incisions will be made in the shoulder, one to the back, one at
the side and one at the front of the shoulder.
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Procedure:
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The gleno-humeral (shoulder) joint will be inspected first. The articular surface,
ligaments, labrum, biceps tendon and the underside of the rotator cuff will be inspected.
The subacromial bursa and the rotator cuff are examined through a separate incision.
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Wound Closure:
Small butterfly paper stitches will be used to close the wounds. |
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Dressings:
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Elastoplast dressings will be placed over the top of the paper stitches
and an adhesive bandage over the top of this.
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Immediate aftercare: |
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A sling will be placed on the arm and it may feel numb for
the rest of the day. You can go home when you feel comfortable and will be given
instructions on what to do next.
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