<instrument, orthopaedics> A thin flexible fibreoptic scope which is introduced into a joint space via a small incision. ... (27 Sep 1997) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
(ahr´thro-skōp) an endoscope for examining the interior of a joint. The arthroscope is designed to allow passage of surgical instruments, thus permitting concurrent surgery within a joint. Arthroscopy is an alternative to surgical incision and creation of an open surgical wound. The procedure may be done unde... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
Arthroscope: A thin flexible fiberoptic scope which is introduced into a joint space through a small incision in order to carry out diagnostic and treatment procedures within the joint. An arthroscope is about the diameter of a drinking straw. It is fitted with a miniature camera, a light source and precision tools at the end of flexible tubes. An ... Found on http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=33986