The 5 Deadly Arthroscopy Errors & How Surgeons Create Their Own Complications

15/12/2025 11 min
The 5 Deadly Arthroscopy Errors & How Surgeons Create Their Own Complications

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Episode Synopsis

In this BoardsCast episode, we close out our arthroscopy series by confronting the hard truth: most scope complications aren’t about the joint — they’re about the surgeon. Referencing Chapter 71 from Tobias & Johnston’s Veterinary Surgery (2nd ed), this episode outlines the five most common — and most avoidable — errors in small animal arthroscopy.You’ll learn:What causes iatrogenic damage in stifle, elbow, and shoulder scopingHow visualization errors cascade into missed diagnoses or misstepsCommon portal misplacement patterns and how to avoid themHow equipment misuse and poor ergonomics increase error ratesWhy technique confidence must be matched by anatomical awarenessWhat board questions test in terms of mistakes, not masteryWhether you’re a surgeon-in-training or a scope-savvy resident, this episode builds your safety checklist — and helps you avoid being the problem.—🎁 Claim your free sample of Simini Protect Lavage (just cover shipping): https://www.simini.com/getstarted1620808454519🔊 Listen On: Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Amazon Music