Robotic Knee Surgery: Disadvantages, Costs, Risks, and Limitations
Robotic knee surgery, while precise, presents disadvantages including higher costs, extended surgical time, a steep learning curve for surgeons, alter...
By Hart
Category: Surgical Procedures
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Elbow Disarticulation: Understanding the Procedure, Reasons, and Rehabilitation
Elbow disarticulation is a surgical procedure involving the amputation of the forearm and hand through the elbow joint, preserving the humerus (upper ...
By Hart
Spine Surgery: Understanding Potential Side Effects and Complications
Spine surgery, while often effective, carries a range of potential side effects and complications, including general surgical risks, neurological issu...
By Jordan
Joint Fusion (Arthrodesis): Understanding the Procedure, Indications, and Recovery
Surgical fusion of a joint, medically known as arthrodesis, permanently joins two bones across a joint, eliminating motion and providing stability pri...
By Jordan
New Hip Attachment: Methods, Components, and Surgical Process
A new hip is attached during total hip arthroplasty by securing prosthetic components to the pelvic and femoral bones using bone cement, press-fit mec...
By Jordan
Jaw Surgery: Understanding Risks, Benefits, and Patient Guidance
While considered a major procedure, jaw surgery is generally safe when performed by experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeons, with potential benefi...
By Jordan
Arthroscopy and Laparoscopy: Understanding Their Distinctions, Uses, and Shared Benefits
Arthroscopy targets joints and uses fluid distention, while laparoscopy addresses abdominal and pelvic cavities with gas insufflation, both being dist...
By Jordan
Arthroscopy vs. Keyhole Surgery: Understanding the Differences and Applications
Arthroscopy is a specific type of minimally invasive keyhole surgery performed exclusively within a joint, making all arthroscopic procedures keyhole ...
By Alex
Arthrotomy: Understanding Open Joint Surgery, Indications, Procedure, and Recovery
Arthrotomy is an open surgical procedure involving a direct incision into a joint capsule to provide surgeons with an unobstructed view for diagnosing...
By Jordan
