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Table 1 Surgical steps in arthroscopic fixation of elbow fractures

From: The role of arthroscopy in the management of adult elbow trauma

Surgical steps in arthroscopic fixation of elbow Fractures

1. Landmarks drawing for portal positioning

2. Camera, retractor and synoviotome insertion inside the joint

3. Articular cleaning (hematoma, fracture debris)

4. Fracture site debridement

5. Fracture reduction and provisional fixation with wires

6. Cannulated drilling

7. Definitive screw fixation