There are several techniques for arthroscopic discopexy reported in the literature.
The most widespread is the McCain technique,
1
which is technically simple but has some disadvantages. Zhang et al
2
proposed modifications to it, which improved the technique, but made it extremely
complex and therefore not a feasible option for most surgeons. We aim to describe
a new technique that allows for repositioning of the disc, is similar to the modified
technique,
2
but technically simpler than the original.Keywords
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Publication history
Published online: April 25, 2020
Accepted:
March 19,
2020
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