Meniscectomy Treatment in Turkey
About Meniscectomy
Key Highlights
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Minimally invasive arthroscopic technique with small incisions.Effective relief from knee pain, swelling, and locking sensations.Preserves and protects the surrounding healthy knee structures.Outpatient procedure in most cases, allowing same-day discharge.Significantly faster recovery and rehabilitation compared to open surgery.High success rate in restoring knee stability and range of motion./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- A symptomatic meniscal tear causing persistent pain, swelling, or mechanical symptoms (locking, catching).
- Failure of conservative treatments like rest, physical therapy, or medications to relieve symptoms.
- Degenerative meniscal tears associated with osteoarthritis in suitable candidates.
- Traumatic meniscal tears, often from sports injuries or twisting motions.
- To treat a displaced "bucket-handle" tear that causes knee locking.
- To address a complex tear that is not amenable to meniscal repair.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including blood tests and imaging (MRI) to confirm the tear.
- Discuss all current medications with your surgeon; you may need to stop blood thinners.
- Arrange for transportation home post-surgery, as you will not be able to drive.
- Fast (no food or drink) for 6-12 hours before the procedure as instructed.
- Plan your home recovery setup, including ice packs, elevation pillows, and assistive devices like crutches.
- Complete any pre-operative physical therapy exercises to strengthen surrounding muscles.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the incision sites or within the knee joint.
- Bleeding, blood clots (deep vein thrombosis), or excessive swelling.
- Nerve or blood vessel damage around the surgical area.
- Persistent pain, stiffness, or weakness in the knee.
- Rare complications from anesthesia.
- Long-term increased risk of developing osteoarthritis in the knee due to reduced cartilage cushioning.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial rest with leg elevation and frequent ice application to control swelling for the first 48-72 hours.
- Use of crutches for a few days to a week, with weight-bearing as tolerated.
- Begin prescribed physical therapy within days to restore strength, flexibility, and range of motion.
- Manage pain with prescribed or over-the-counter medications as directed by your surgeon.
- Keep incision sites clean and dry; watch for signs of infection like redness or fever.
- Gradually return to low-impact activities; full return to sports may take 4-6 weeks or longer.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering meniscectomy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for meniscectomy in Turkey include Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, 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 meniscectomy. 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 meniscectomy compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Meniscectomy in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing meniscectomy.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
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