ABSTRACT
Wrist arthroscopy has revolutionized the practice of orthope-
dics by providing the technical capability to examine and treat
intra-articular abnormalities of the wrist joint (1). Wrist arthro-
scopy allows for direct visualization and palpation of cartilage
surfaces, synovial tissue, and the interosseous ligaments
under bright light and magnified conditions. The scaphoid is
well visualized from both the radiocarpal and midcarpal
spaces. Fractures of the scaphoid are best visualized with the
arthroscope in the midcarpal space (Fig. 1). This allows for
arthroscopic assisted fixation of fractures of the scaphoid and
nonunions under direct visualization.
