Arthroscopy arthroscopic surgery and involves chondrolysis wherein the articular cartilage of the shoulder undergoes rapid, degenerative changes shortly after arthroscopic surgery. Arthroscopy Arthroscopy (also called arthroscopic or keyhole surgery) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure on a joint in which an examination and sometimes treatment of damage is performed using an arthroscope, an endoscope that is inserted into the joint through a small incision. Arthroscopic procedures can be performed during ACL reconstruction. The advantage over traditional open surgery is that the joint does not have to be opened up fully. For knee arthroscopy only two small incisions are made, one for
ISAKOS - International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine who are in good medical standing in their national/regional society as determined by a membership committee of the society. Active members are entitled to vote at all meetings of the membership and are eligible to hold office in the society. Active Membership is awarded pending an application review at a meeting of the Membership Committee. The Membership Committee meets at all annual AAOS meetings and at ISAKOS congresses. ISAKOS - International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine ISAKOS is an international medical society formed by more than 4,000 members. ISAKOS purpose is provide knowledge exchange for surgeons