Knee Arthroscopy

Knee Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical technique that enables orthopedic surgeons to visualize, diagnose, and address issues within the knee joint using a small camera known as an arthroscope.

Overview

Procedure: The surgeon makes small incisions (portals) around the knee to insert the arthroscope and specialized instruments. The arthroscope captures and displays images of the knee’s interior on a monitor, allowing the surgeon to assess structures such as cartilage, ligaments, and menisci.

Diagnostic Use: Knee Arthroscopy is frequently utilized to identify and treat conditions like torn meniscus, cartilage damage, ligament injuries (including ACL or PCL tears), loose bodies (bone or cartilage fragments), and synovitis (joint lining inflammation).

Therapeutic Use: During the procedure, surgeons can perform various surgical interventions, such as repairing or excising damaged tissue. For instance, they may trim or mend a torn meniscus, remove loose cartilage or bone fragments, and reconstruct ligaments.

Advantages: Compared to traditional open surgery, Knee Arthroscopy is less invasive, resulting in smaller incisions, minimized tissue damage, decreased postoperative pain, shorter recovery times, and a lower risk of complications.

Recovery: Following Knee Arthroscopy, patients generally participate in a rehabilitation program to regain strength, flexibility, and function in the knee. This often includes physical therapy exercises and modifications to daily activities.

Knee Arthroscopy serves as a crucial tool in orthopedic surgery, providing both diagnostic insights and minimally invasive treatments for various knee joint conditions, enabling patients to return to their normal activities more swiftly than with conventional open surgery.