A method and system for applying suction during a surgical procedure that requires simultaneous application of suction to at least two surgical instruments or devices utilizes Y-configured suction hose arrangements that each includes a single body tube connected to a pair of extremities tubes by a Y-connector, the body tube being connected to a suction source and fluid collector, and the extremities tubes each being connected to one of the at least two surgical instruments or devices. The system and method of the invention is especially suitable for arthroscopic procedures, in which case the instruments or devices may include an arthroscopic shaver and/or cautery, a camera, and liquid waste collectors.
