- R M Gross: Creighton University, Omaha, Nebraska.
Shoulder arthroscopy necessitates attention to detail. Adopting a comfortable setup that includes a plan for every detail, including the surgeon's position, the patient's position, the draping techniques, and the types of fluid and equipment necessary, adds to the smooth flow of the operation even when the surgical plan changes. I have described my method of basic arthroscopic setup and equipment, which has helped me to deal with the many frustrations faced during arthroscopy on the shoulder. It is hoped this article may enable the reader to avoid some of these problems if this or a similar basic setup is adopted.