Meniscal Excision of Loose Body Treatment in India
About Meniscal Excision of Loose Body
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive arthroscopic technique with small incisions.Effectively relieves pain, locking, and catching sensations in the knee.Restores smooth range of motion and joint stability.Helps prevent further wear and tear (arthritis) of the joint surfaces.Typically performed as a same-day or short-stay procedure.Generally leads to a faster recovery compared to open knee surgery./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent knee pain, especially with twisting or weight-bearing activities.
- Mechanical symptoms like locking (inability to fully straighten the knee) or catching.
- Recurrent episodes of knee swelling (effusion).
- A sensation of the knee 'giving way' or instability.
- Limited range of motion due to a blocking fragment.
- Confirmed presence of a loose body on imaging (X-ray, MRI) that correlates with symptoms.
- Loose bodies resulting from meniscal tears, cartilage injuries, or osteochondritis dissecans.
How to prepare
- Complete pre-operative medical evaluation, including blood tests and possibly an ECG.
- Review of all current medications with your surgeon; you may need to stop certain blood thinners.
- Fasting (no food or drink) for 6-12 hours before the surgery as instructed.
- Arranging for transportation to and from the surgical facility, as you cannot drive after anesthesia.
- Preparing your home for recovery (e.g., clearing walkways, having ice packs ready).
- Discussing anesthesia options (typically regional or general) with your anesthesiologist.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the incision sites or within the joint (rare).
- Bleeding or formation of a blood clot (deep vein thrombosis).
- Damage to nerves or blood vessels around the knee.
- Stiffness or persistent swelling in the knee.
- Risks associated with anesthesia (allergic reaction, breathing problems).
- Incomplete removal of fragments or recurrence of loose bodies.
- Progression of underlying joint degeneration (arthritis).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial rest with leg elevation and application of ice packs to reduce swelling.
- Use of crutches for a few days to limit weight-bearing as advised by your surgeon.
- Pain management with prescribed medications.
- Early gentle motion exercises to prevent stiffness, often guided by a physical therapist.
- Gradual progression to strengthening exercises over several weeks.
- Avoidance of high-impact sports and heavy lifting for the period specified by your surgeon (typically 4-6 weeks).
- Attendance at all follow-up appointments for wound checks and progress assessment.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering meniscal excision of loose body in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for meniscal excision of loose body in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Miot Hospital Chennai, Nanavati Max Hospital, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform meniscal excision of loose body. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for meniscal excision of loose body compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Meniscal Excision of Loose Body in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing meniscal excision of loose body.
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