Dry Knee Arthroscopy With Carbon Dioxide Insufflation for Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are commonly treated through orthopaedic surgery, with traditional procedures relying on arthroscopy using fluid as the medium. However, dry arthroscopy has emerged as a potentially advantageous alternative technique. This method allows the knee joint to rem...

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Published in:Arthroscopy techniques (Amsterdam) 2024-07, Vol.13 (7), p.102986, Article 102986
Main Authors: Butt, Umer, Aqeel Khan, Zainab, Ali Ahmad Sheikh, Muhammad, Stålman, Anders, Vuletić, Filip
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Language:English
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Summary:Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries are commonly treated through orthopaedic surgery, with traditional procedures relying on arthroscopy using fluid as the medium. However, dry arthroscopy has emerged as a potentially advantageous alternative technique. This method allows the knee joint to remain dry, reducing the risk of fluid leakage and enabling a more precise surgical visualization, resulting in shorter operation times and fewer complications. Recent research has highlighted the benefits of carbon dioxide (CO2) insufflation during ACL reconstruction, which can decrease pain and discomfort during early recovery. This article introduces a technique for performing ACL reconstruction that eliminates the need for arthroscopic fluid for visualization or instrumentation. Based on CO2 insufflation, this technique shows promise as a viable alternative to traditional fluid distention methods. [Display omitted]
ISSN:2212-6287
2212-6287
DOI:10.1016/j.eats.2024.102986