Abstract

We evaluated the results of the arthroscopic Outerbridge-Kashiwaghi procedure in a retrospective review of 20 elbows in 19 patients with a mean follow-up of 2 years (range : 6 months - 4 years). Range of motion improved from 94° (range : 15°-140°) to 123° (range : 110°-140°). Visual analogue scales for pain improved from 5.8 (range : 2 -8) to 1.8 (range : 0-8). The Mayo Performance Index increased from 54 (range : 15-85) to 88 (range : 45-100). The results were good to excellent in 16 elbows, fair in two and poor in two. Seventeen patients were better (85%), 3patients remained unchanged (15%). In elbows with severe arthritis, pain relief was minimal. The arthroscopic Outerbridge-Kashiwaghi procedure appeared in this study as a good surgical option in mild to moderate elbow arthritis, with significant pain relief and increased elbow mobility and function.