APEX Shoulder Mastering Surgical Techniques for Clinical Success-How to Get There: Portals, Portals Everywhere!

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In the video, Keith Norwood discusses the importance of proper portal positioning and safe portal selection for shoulder arthroscopy. He emphasizes the need for thorough knowledge of the major vessels and nerves in order to establish safe portal placement. Norwood highlights the significance of proper angle of entry to obtain the best position for placing anchors or passing suture, preventing the need to force instruments around corners. He explains that shoulder arthroscopy portals can be divided into anterior, posterior, and lateral/superior portals. He introduces the concept of the "ring of fire," a relatively safe area to introduce cannulas, scopes, or instruments. Norwood also discusses the specific locations and techniques for creating various portals, including the nevizor portal, subclavian portal, modified nevizor portal, and others. He concludes by emphasizing the importance of choosing safe portals and utilizing the proper angles for efficient and effective shoulder arthroscopy.

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Keith Nord, MD

Keywords

shoulder arthroscopy

portal positioning

ring of fire

safe portal selection

suture placement