THERMAL PROTECTION FOR METHODS OF TREATING ARTHROSCOPIC PATHOLOGIES

摘要

An apparatus (10) to protect non-targeted tissues in an arthroscopic environment comprising a thermal energy delivery device including a probe (12) with a distal end (14) and a proximal end and a thermal energy delivery surface. A thermal energy source (26) is coupled to the thermal energy delivery surface. A conduit provides a cooling irrigating solution to the arthroscopic environment. A similar kit is provided.