Meniscal Repair Treatment in Turkey
About Meniscal Repair
Key Highlights
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Preserves the natural knee structure and biomechanics.Minimally invasive with small incisions and less tissue damage.Reduces the long-term risk of developing osteoarthritis compared to meniscus removal.Promotes natural healing of the meniscal tissue.Typically allows for a full return to sports and high-impact activities after recovery.
Who is this surgery for?
- Acute, traumatic meniscal tears, often in younger, active individuals.
- Peripheral (outer third) tears in the "red-red" or "red-white" vascular zones with good blood supply for healing.
- Vertical longitudinal tears, also known as "bucket-handle" tears.
- Patients with an unstable knee due to a displaced tear causing locking or catching.
- When performed in conjunction with an ACL reconstruction for a concurrent meniscal tear.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough physical examination and diagnostic imaging (MRI) to confirm tear type and location.
- Discuss medical history, allergies, and current medications (especially blood thinners) with the surgeon.
- May need to stop certain medications like NSAIDs or anticoagulants as advised.
- Arrange for post-operative assistance at home for the first few days.
- Follow pre-operative fasting instructions (typically no food or drink after midnight).
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: infection, bleeding, or blood clots (deep vein thrombosis).
- Nerve or blood vessel damage around the knee.
- Stiffness or limited range of motion in the knee joint.
- Failure of the repair, with the tear not healing (re-tear).
- Persistent pain, swelling, or the development of complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial period involves rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE protocol) to control swelling.
- Use of crutches and a knee brace for 2-6 weeks to protect the repair.
- Structured physical therapy begins soon after surgery to restore motion, strength, and stability.
- Avoidance of twisting, pivoting, and full weight-bearing as directed by the surgeon.
- Gradual return to activities; full return to sports may take 4-6 months or longer.
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Typical hospital stay:
1 day (often outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 months for full activity/sports
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering meniscal repair in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for meniscal repair in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Ankara, 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 repair. 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 repair compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Meniscal Repair in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing meniscal repair.
Istanbul, Turkey
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Reyansh Khan, a 28-year-old software engineer...
Reyansh Khan, a 28-year-old software engineer and avid weekend soccer player, felt a sharp, twisting pain in his right knee during a casual game with friends. Over the next few weeks, he experienced persistent pain, swelling, and a troubling sensation of his knee 'catching' or 'locking' when he tried to straighten it. An MRI confirmed a complex, longitudinal tear in the medial meniscus. His orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Lee, explained that due to Reyansh's young age, active lifestyle, and the tear's location and pattern, a meniscal repair to preserve the cushioning cartilage was the best long-term option over removal. Reyansh underwent an arthroscopic repair, where sutures were placed to stitch the tear. The initial recovery was challenging; he was on crutches for six weeks with a brace, and the strict limitations on bending and weight-bearing tested his patience. However, guided by a dedicated physical therapist, he gradually regained strength and range of motion. Nine months post-surgery, he was back to playing soccer at a recreational level, though with a renewed sense of caution. Emotionally, he transitioned from initial fear and frustration about his injury and the slow recovery to immense relief and gratitude for having his knee function preserved, feeling he made the right choice for his future.
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