DEVICES AND METHODS FOR MINIMALLY INVASIVE SURGERY

摘要

The present invention relates to methods and devices for minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment of joint injuries and other injuries or diseases in body joints, tissues, and cavities. Small diameter endoscopic devices are used for visualization and to provide access for the insertion of small diameter surgical tools without the use of distending fluid. Preferred embodiments of the endoscopic devices can utilize wireless transmission to a handheld display device to visualize diagnostic and therapeutic procedures in accordance with the invention.