Knee arthroscopy is a surgical procedure that allows doctors to view the knee joint without making a large incision (cut) through the skin and other soft tissues. Arthroscopy is used to diagnose and treat a wide range of knee problems.
Knee arthroscopy technique used for the treatment of knee joint problems. For diagnosis of the intra-articular knee disorders, such as synovial, meniscal, ligamentous and articular cartilage pathology, diagnostic arthroscopy is mandatory. The Mastery of diagnostic arthroscopy is important for orthopedic surgeons while treating knee disorders.
Knee arthroscopy is an important therapeutic procedure for treating knee disorders of various types. It is a surgical procedure which undertakes a small incision making and insertion of small camera called as arthroscope into the knees. Insertion of the arthroscope helps in observing the inside view of the joints on the screen of computer. It helps in identification of all knee problems. In some cases, problems knee can be corrected with the help of small instrument within the arthroscope.
Benefits of Knee Arthroscopy Surgery
- Minimally invasive approach with smaller incisions and reduced scarring.
- Quicker recovery time compared to traditional open surgery.
- Less postoperative pain and discomfort.
- Reduced risk of complications.
- Improved visualisation and accuracy during surgery.
- Early detection and treatment of knee problems.