[Intramedullary bone endoscopy (IBE). First results of experimental intramedullary endoscopy of long bone].

INTRODUCTION

Intramedullary preparation and endoscopy of long bone is not mentioned in literature. We present our first results of experimental intramedullary endoscopy of long bone.

METHODS

Experimental tests were performed at 4 corpse bones (twice tibia, twice femur).

RESULTS

Intramedullary endoscopy and preparation was possible in all cases. A good view for inspection of the medullary canal was achieved by using the endoscope (Wolf GmbH, Germany).

CONCLUSION

Endoscopic preparation and intramedullary endoscopy in the long bone ist possible. By using the endoscopic tools, a "neocavum" for endoscopic manipulation could easily be created.