Office Operative Arthroscopy

This handy guide equips today's practising orthopaedic surgeon with a working knowledge of the facilities, instrumentation, staff, supplies, and techniques required to perform diagnostic and operative office arthroscopy safely, efficiently, and cost effectively. The book reviews the process of establishing an office operatory and performing arthroscopic surgery in the office setting. Fundamental issues concerning accreditation, peer review, certification, and liability are thoroughly addressed, as are record keeping requirements, reimbursement procedures, OSHA standards for employee safety, ADA mandates, and disposal regulations for tissues and blood products.;Essential monitoring procedures and safety measures for local and general anesthesia are clearly established, as are the indications and patient selection criteria for office arthroscopy. The book also includes an informative outcomes analysis of 100 procedures involving office operative arthroscopy of the knee.