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Knee Meniscus Arthroscopy Repair Packages Cost: 3,000~7,000 US Dollars<\/strong>rn{Covers all at destination medical & logistics expences}<\/strong><\/p>\n rn<\/p>\n Indiau00a0[Harvard Medical Affiliated & USA Joint Commission Accredited Hospital]rnMexicou00a0[World Class Hospitals]rnCosta Ricau00a0[USA Joint Commission International Accredited Hospital]<\/p>\n rn\n rn t<\/p>\n rn t<\/p>\n rn<\/ul>\n rnIn some cases, the symptoms of meniscus injury (also known as torn cartilage) go away on their own after a few weeks. But if they donu2019t or if they flare up from time to time, then you need surgery.rnrn rnrn<\/p>\n rnrnThree small holes<\/strong> or portals are made in the knee. The arthroscope<\/strong> is inserted into one of the portals.rnrnA saline solution<\/strong> is made to flow through another portal to improve visibility and maneuverability of the instruments. The third portal is for the working tools.<\/strong>rnrnThe arthroscope and the tools are typically 4.5 mm in diameter.<\/strong> The entire inside of the knee is inspected<\/strong>, including the kneecap, the ends of the thigh and leg bones that form the knee, the menisci, and the cruciate ligaments.rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn\n rn t<\/p>\n rn t<\/p>\n rn t<\/p>\n rn<\/ul>\n rn rnrn<\/p>\n rnrnYou will be given some pain medication<\/strong> and anti-biotics<\/strong> in the first 24-48 hours<\/strong> after arthroscopic meniscectomy. The operated knee will be swollen and moderately painful.rnrnAfter the first week, patients generally do not require any pain medication. You can apply ice<\/strong> to the knee to help control the pain and swelling.rnrnMost patients return to sedentary jobs<\/strong> by the third postoperative day. But please make sure you have someone to help you at home for the first week after surgery.rnrnTaking a flight<\/strong> in the first five days after surgery is not advisable,<\/strong> as it may lead to blood clots<\/strong> in the leg.rnrnPhysical rehabilitation<\/strong> is required after knee meniscectomy. If the meniscus was removed, it generally takes three to six weeks to return to full activities, and if the cartilage was repaired, it can take up to four months for full recovery.rnrnThe goal of the first week is to reduce pain and swelling,<\/strong> and after this, the goals are to increase range of motion and weight-bearing capacity. Most patients are able to perform simple thigh muscle exercises the day after surgery, and more strengthening exercises are added later.rnrnSurgeons and rehabilitation physicians often recommend physical therapy sessions<\/strong> several times a week for four weeks or more. At six to eight weeks, low-impact activities<\/strong> can often be added, in preparation for return to sport or activity.rnrnRunning, cutting, and rotation<\/strong> are avoided<\/strong> usually for at least 16 weeks.<\/strong>rnrn<\/p>\n<\/div>rnrn\n rn t<\/p>\n rn t<\/p>\n rn t<\/p>\n rn t<\/p>\n rn t<\/p>\n rn<\/ul>\n rnIntroduction<\/h2>\n rnrnAn arthroscopic meniscectomy<\/strong> is a surgical procedure in which the doctor uses an arthroscope to look inside a knee joint and removes or repairs all or part of a damaged meniscus in the knee.<\/strong>rnrnA meniscus<\/strong> is a piece of rubbery tissue (fibrocartilage) between the bones of the knee joint.rnrnAn arthroscope<\/strong> is a tube with a light at the end that projects an image of the inside of your knee onto a TV monitor. The arthroscope is about the diameter of a pencil.rnrnA tear in the meniscus can occur in one or more directions, depending on the cause of the tear. Traumatic tears<\/strong> are usually vertical whereas degenerative tears (tears that happen over the years) are usually horizontal.rnrnIn some cases, the meniscus deteriorates<\/strong> to the point where the tear is no longer u201ccleanu201d, but rather the meniscus is shredded.rn<\/p>\n
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Overview of Arthroscopic Knee Meniscectomy Procedure<\/h2>\n
Symptoms of Torn Meniscus Cartilage<\/h2>\n rnrnSome patients can remember a specific activity during which the injury was sustained. A u2018poppingu2019 sound<\/strong> is sometimes heard when the tear happens. Chief symptoms<\/strong> of a torn meniscus are:rn<\/p>\n
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Anesthesia and Blood Transfusion for Knee Arthroscopy<\/h2>\n rnrnKnee arthroscopic meniscectomy<\/strong> surgery can be performed with a general anesthetic or with a spinal block.<\/strong> You can choose to stay awake and watch and talk to the surgeon during the procedure.rnrnUsually, blood transfusion is not necessary for meniscectomy. However, if in your case it is necessary, your doctor will tell you so, and you can opt for autologous blood transfusion,<\/strong> that is, your own blood will be given to you.rnrnYour blood has to be taken 3-5 weeks<\/strong> before the surgery.rnrn\n
Meniscectomy u2013 Hospital Stay<\/h2>\n rnrnThere is usually no hospital stay<\/strong> involved as knee arthroscopy is done on outpatient basis most of the time.rnrnYou will have to stay in the recovery room<\/strong> for a couple of hours after surgery so that you can recover from the anesthesia.rnrn
Meniscectomy u2013 Post Procedure Care and Rehabilitation<\/h2>\n
Cost of Knee Meniscectomy in USA vs Abroad<\/h2>\n rnrnThe cost of knee meniscectomy overseas in countries like India and Mexico is a third of the cost in the United States.<\/strong> Hence, patients from the US who cannot afford expensive knee surgery in the US are opting for medical trips to these countries.rnrnThe top hospitals in India and Mexico not only offer the advantage of a huge cost saving<\/strong>, but also maintain high medical standards and have the latest technology and equipment.rnrnDoctors in these international hospitals are highly qualified <\/strong>and have international experience<\/strong> & education.rnrnYou will see that the hospitals are sparkling clean, patient rooms are large and airy, and friendly, English-speaking staff<\/strong> are always at hand.rnrnA torn meniscus cartilage can be very painful and debilitating. In such a situation, if you have to wait in a long queue for your turn to be operated, which is often the case in the UK, it can be very frustrating.rnrnOn the other hand, if you choose India or Mexico for knee arthroscopic meniscectomy surgery, you can schedule the operation as soon as possible in consultation with your orthopedic surgeon, and get back your active life again. So, what are you waiting for?rnrn\n
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