Risks and Complications Associated with Shoulder Arthroscopy
                     Risks and Complications 
Associated with Shoulder 
Arthroscopy
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Overview
Shoulder pain is a common health problem that can occur due to 
avascular necrosis, broken arm, bursitis, frozen shoulder, cervical 
radiculopathy, broken collarbone, and more. Shoulder pain injuries 
range from minor to major. If you are experiencing shoulder pain for a 
long time, then you should consult a shoulder specialist. A shoulder 
specialist suggests shoulder arthroscopy address your condition and 
provides the treatment. AOSM, a popular medical centre has the 
best arthroscopy surgeons in Delhi. They diagnose the problem and 
provide the best treatment. All surgical procedures are associated with 
some complications and risks. 
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Possible risks and complications of shoulder arthroscopic surgery
 Infection
 Nerve Injury
 Frozen Shoulder
 Chondrolysis
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Infection
Infection is one of the major complications 
after having shoulder surgery. Whether it’s a 
minor surgery or a major procedure, infection 
is a serious concern. Thus, it’s imperative to 
follow the doctor’s advice and take care of 
your surgical area. 
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Nerve Injury
Well, this problem is rare but a possible 
complication during shoulder arthroscopic 
surgery. Nerves can either be injured by 
instruments while inserted in the shoulder 
joint. 
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Frozen Shoulder
After surgery, the patient is advised to take 
proper rest. A period of immobilization leads 
to stiffness in the shoulder joint which can 
develop a condition known as frozen 
shoulder. However, this can be treated with 
regular sessions of physiotherapy or physical 
therapy. 
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Chondrolysis
Well, this is another rare complication of 
shoulder arthroscopy. It causes damage to 
the cartilage and develops early progression 
of arthritis on the shoulder joint. 
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