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Removal of Loose Bodies |
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Indications for operation:
Loose bodies in the elbow |
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Anaesthetic:
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General Anaesthetic (Fully asleep). Local anaesthetic and Morphine
will be injected into the joint for post-operative pain relief
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Operation type:
Arthroscopic
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Incisions:
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2-4 ½ cm incisions will be made in the elbow, one to either side of the
elbow and 1-2 at the back.
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Procedure:
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The elbow joint will be fully inspected and the loose bodies located.
These will be removed using specially designed grasping instruments.
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Wound Closure:
Small butterfly paper stitches will be used to close the wounds.
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Dressings:
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Elastoplast dressings will be placed over the top of the paper stitches
and an elastic support bandage over the top of this.
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Immediate aftercare:
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You will wake up with the bandage on the elbow and the arm
elevated on pillows. You can go home when you feel comfortable and will be given
instructions on what to do next.
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