Table 1.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Proposed Technique

Advantages	Disadvantages
Minimally invasive procedure with smaller instruments than standard tendoscopy	Dependent on local anesthesia for pain control during procedure
Direct visualization of the tendon may allow for identification of pathology not detected by MRI.	Unable to convert to open procedure in the office if identified pathology is not reparable through tendoscopy
Decreased cost and resource utilization without the need for a full operating room suite	Learning curve with wide-awake patient present
Patient is wide awake and allowed to learn about their condition in real-time.	Only a 0° camera is currently available with the needle tendoscopy system.
Less invasive procedure provides opportunity for quicker recovery, minimal scarring, and limited wound complications

MRI, magnetic resonance imaging.