Video-assisted access to the subfascial space of the leg

Minimally invasive surgery, involving tiny incisions and the use of scopes or computers to visualize the operative area, has rapidly gained popularity because of the reduced pain, reduced stress and shorter recovery periods it provides for patients.

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