Ankle Arthroscopy

Ankle arthroscopy, is an important diagnostic and therapeutic surgical technique that uses fiber optic viewing camera and small tools to operate in and around the ankle joint through small incisions, for the management of joint disorders. It is usually considered in a variety of joint disorders, which may be caused by trauma or by degenerative,inflammatory or neoplastic conditions involving either bone or soft tissues. It is associated with lower morbidity faster rehabilitation and better cosmetic result as compared to conventional open surgical methods.Role of this procedure is still unclear in the treatment of acute ankle fracture.