{"id":1626,"date":"2025-12-25T08:10:59","date_gmt":"2025-12-25T08:10:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sarkarhospital.in\/?page_id=1626"},"modified":"2025-12-25T09:46:12","modified_gmt":"2025-12-25T09:46:12","slug":"meniscectomy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sarkarhospital.in\/?page_id=1626","title":{"rendered":"MENISCECTOMY"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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MENISCUS SURGERY (MENISCUS REPAIR & MENISCECTOMY)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Meniscus repair<\/strong> is an effective treatment option for people with lower-grade meniscus tears<\/strong>. During this procedure, the surgeon stitches the torn cartilage so it can heal back into one complete piece.<\/p>

Meniscus surgery<\/strong> is performed to treat a torn meniscus<\/strong>, which is damage to the cartilage inside the knee joint. Depending on the type and severity of the tear, an orthopedic surgeon may either repair the meniscus<\/strong> or remove the damaged portion<\/strong>.<\/p>

A doctor may recommend meniscus surgery if:<\/p>

  • You have a high-grade meniscus tear<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

  • Non-surgical treatments like rest, medication, or physiotherapy have not relieved symptoms<\/p><\/li>

  • The knee feels unstable, painful, swollen, or gets \u201clocked\u201d or \u201cstuck\u201d<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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    WHAT IS A MENISCUS TEAR?<\/strong><\/h3>

    The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage that cushions the knee joint. A tear can cause:<\/p>

    • Knee pain and swelling<\/p><\/li>

    • Instability or buckling<\/p><\/li>

    • Difficulty walking or bending<\/p><\/li>

    • Locking or catching sensation in the knee<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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      PREPARATION FOR MENISCUS SURGERY<\/strong><\/h3>

      Before surgery, your doctor may recommend the following tests:<\/p>

      • Physical examination<\/p><\/li>

      • Blood tests<\/p><\/li>

      • ECG (EKG)<\/p><\/li>

      • Chest X-ray<\/p><\/li>

      • Knee X-ray<\/p><\/li>

      • MRI scan of the knee<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

        Pre-Surgery Instructions<\/h4>

        • Inform your doctor about all medications, supplements, or herbal products you are taking<\/p><\/li>

        • Some medications may need to be stopped before surgery<\/p><\/li>

        • Fast for at least 12 hours<\/strong> before surgery<\/p><\/li>

        • Arrange for transportation, as you will not be able to drive after the procedure<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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          MENISCUS SURGERY PROCEDURE<\/h3>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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          On the day of surgery, anesthesia is given to ensure comfort:<\/p>

          • General anesthesia<\/strong> (you are asleep), or<\/p><\/li>

          • Regional anesthesia<\/strong> (numbness from the waist down with sedation)<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

            Meniscus surgery is usually done using knee arthroscopy<\/strong>, a minimally invasive technique involving small incisions and a tiny camera.<\/p>

            TYPES OF MENISCUS SURGERY<\/h4>
            1. Meniscus Repair<\/h5>

            • The torn meniscus is stitched back together<\/p><\/li>

            • Best for lower-grade tears with good healing potential<\/p><\/li>

            • Sutures dissolve naturally as healing occurs<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

              2. Partial Meniscectomy<\/h5>

              • The damaged portion of the meniscus is removed<\/p><\/li>

              • Healthy cartilage is preserved<\/p><\/li>

              • Often recommended for severe or complex tears that cannot be repaired<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                3. Meniscus Replacement<\/h5>

                • Rare procedure<\/p><\/li>

                • Typically for patients under 50 with severe damage or arthritis<\/p><\/li>

                • The damaged meniscus is replaced with a donor meniscus (allograft)<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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                  DURATION OF MENISCUS SURGERY<\/h5>

                  • The procedure usually takes about 1 hour<\/strong><\/p><\/li>

                  • Time may vary depending on tear severity or associated knee injuries<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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                    RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS<\/h5>

                    Meniscus surgery is generally safe, but potential risks include:<\/p>

                    • Infection<\/p><\/li>

                    • Bleeding inside the knee<\/p><\/li>

                    • Blood clots<\/p><\/li>

                    • Nerve or blood vessel injury<\/p><\/li>

                    • Knee stiffness after recovery<\/p><\/li><\/ul>

                      \u26a0\ufe0f Long-term consideration:<\/strong>
                      Partial meniscectomy may slightly increase the risk of knee arthritis later in life due to increased joint stress.<\/p>

                      Your surgeon will help weigh the risks versus benefits based on your condition.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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                      AFTER MENISCUS SURGERY<\/h5>

                      Meniscus surgery is usually an outpatient procedure<\/strong>, meaning:<\/p>

                      • You can go home the same day<\/p><\/li>

                      • You\u2019ll be monitored until anesthesia wears off<\/p><\/li>

                      • Someone must drive you home<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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                        BENEFITS OF MENISCUS SURGERY<\/h5>

                        Meniscus surgery can:<\/p>

                        • Relieve knee pain and swelling<\/p><\/li>

                        • Improve knee stability<\/p><\/li>

                        • Restore mobility and function<\/p><\/li>

                        • Help you return to sports and daily activities<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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