Table 3.
Advantages and Risks of Arthroscopic Complete Synovectomy of Proximal Interphalangeal Joint of Finger
Advantages |
Better cosmetic results |
Less surgical trauma and less scar formation |
Feasibility of complete synovectomy |
Allowance of early mobilization |
Risks |
Injury to digital neurovascular bundle |
Articular cartilage damage |
Injury to extensor tendon |
Injury to collateral ligaments |
Injury to volar plate |