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Arthroscopy or the direct visualization of joints: An experimental cadaver study.

BURMAN, Michael S. (1901 – 1975)

Publication Details

J. Bone Jt. Surg., 13, 669-95. 1931 CE.

The first description of arthroscopic appearance of joints other than the knee, and a classic on the fundamental principles of the procedure. Follow-up paper by Burman, H. Finkelstein, & L. Mayer: Arthroscopy of the knee joint. J. Bone Jt. Surg., 1934, 16, 255-68.

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Surgery & Anesthesia
Instruments & Devices

Thematic Classifications

INSTRUMENTS & TECHNOLOGIES › Surgical Instruments › Arthroscope ORTHOPEDICS › Orthopedic Surgery & Treatments › Knee

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