Definition

A special tool used by doctors to look inside a joint, like the knee, through a small cut in the skin.

Example

The surgeon used an arthroscope to check for damage in the patient's knee joint.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new procedure they use with an arthroscope?

Yeah, I read that it’s less invasive than traditional surgery.

Exactly! They can see inside the joint without making a big cut.

That sounds so much better for recovery time!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Arthroscope → It is formed from "arthro-" (from Greek "arthron", meaning joint) and "-scope" (from Greek "skopein", meaning to look or examine). The word "arthroscope" refers to an instrument used to look inside a joint.

Memory Tip

Think of 'arthro-' meaning joint and '-scope' meaning to look. This helps you remember that an arthroscope is a tool used to look inside a joint.

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