Private HospitalBangkok, Thailand
Thai HABumrungrad International is an internationally accredited, multi-specialty hospital located in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand.
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At a glance
Key planning information for arthroscopic surgery abroad.
$1,500 fromLowest listed price (Germany)
48 hospitalsList arthroscopic surgery
19Countries with hospitals listed
Arthroscopic Surgery abroad is listed from US$1,500 to US$9,500 at 48 hospitals in Germany, India and Thailand, with 19 countries listed in total. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Description of Arthroscopic Surgery:
What is Arthroscopic Surgery?
Arthroscopic surgery is a surgical procedure in which an arthroscope and other surgical instruments are inserted through tiny incisions in the skin to examine and treat the interior formation of a joint for various problems.
Arthroscopic surgery is a surgical procedure in which an arthroscope and other surgical instruments are inserted through tiny incisions in the skin to examine and treat the interior formation of a joint for various problems.
The arthroscope is an endoscopic device with a camera attached to it, which enables the orthopedic surgeon to view the internal structures. The arthroscope is of various sizes and a joint is examined with an arthroscope that is suited to its size.
The different types of arthroscopic surgeries are:
How is Arthroscopic Surgery Performed?
How to Prepare for Arthroscopic Surgery?
The different types of arthroscopic surgeries are:
- Knee Arthroscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Hip Arthroscopy
- Ankle Arthroscopy
- Elbow Arthroscopy
- Wrist Arthroscopy
- Spinal Arthroscopy
How is Arthroscopic Surgery Performed?
- A small incision is made on the side of the joint that needs to be treated through which the arthroscope is inserted.
- Other tiny incisions are made through which surgical instruments are inserted.
- These instruments are used to cut, remove and stitch injured tissues.
- After the surgery is completed, the arthroscope is withdrawn and the incision is closed with sutures.
- A dressing is used to cover the incision area and a brace may be used to wrap around the joint.
How to Prepare for Arthroscopic Surgery?
- The patient is physically examined before the surgery.
- The patient is required to do some blood and urine tests.
- The doctor should be informed about any medication that the patient may be taking.
- Certain medication that the patient has been taking may be stopped two weeks before the surgery.
- The doctor should be informed about any medical conditions or ailments of the patient.
- The doctor should be informed if the patient has been drinking more than one or two drinks of alcohol in a day.
- The patient should stop smoking some weeks prior to the surgery to recover quickly.
About Arthroscopic Surgery
Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Days admitted
Arthroscopic surgery is usually done as an outpatient procedure.
Anesthesia
The type of anesthesia is chosen depending on the joint that is being treated and the health of the patient.
Recovery
- The patient is taken to a recovery room until the patient comes out of the effects of anesthesia.
- Pain medication may be given to the patient.
- The surgical incisions are small and heal quickly.
- The patient is required to rest for several days after the surgery and keep the joint elevated.
- Ice packs may be applied to minimize swelling and pain.
- The patient is required to undergo an exercise program that helps in strengthening the patient’s muscles. This also prevents contracture of the surrounding tissues.
- Pain medication may be given to the patient.
- The surgical incisions are small and heal quickly.
- The patient is required to rest for several days after the surgery and keep the joint elevated.
- Ice packs may be applied to minimize swelling and pain.
- The patient is required to undergo an exercise program that helps in strengthening the patient’s muscles. This also prevents contracture of the surrounding tissues.
Risks
The risks that may occur in arthroscopic surgery are rare. They include the following:
- Infection
- Severe bleeding
- Swelling
- Blood clotting
- Injury to nerve and blood vessels
- Breakage of surgical instruments during the surgery
- Infection
- Severe bleeding
- Swelling
- Blood clotting
- Injury to nerve and blood vessels
- Breakage of surgical instruments during the surgery
After care
- The incision area should be kept clean and dry.
- The surgeon or nurse will remove the surgical bandages.
- The doctor’s instructions should be followed carefully.
- The patient may be required to undergo physical therapy.
Any signs of infection should be reported to the doctor. These include:
- Severe joint pain
- Swelling
- Redness
- Bleeding
- Warmth
- The surgeon or nurse will remove the surgical bandages.
- The doctor’s instructions should be followed carefully.
- The patient may be required to undergo physical therapy.
Any signs of infection should be reported to the doctor. These include:
- Severe joint pain
- Swelling
- Redness
- Bleeding
- Warmth
Cost of Arthroscopic Surgery by country
Price ranges in US$ for each country with a published range. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
| Country | Minimum price | Maximum price |
|---|---|---|
| Arthroscopic Surgery in GermanyLast updated Feb 2012 | $1,500 | $1,800 |
| Arthroscopic Surgery in IndiaLast updated May 2010 | $2,600 | $4,100 |
| Arthroscopic Surgery in ThailandLast updated Jun 2012 | $3,000 | $9,500 |
Price starting from $1,500 up to $9,500 · last updated Jun 2012.Final prices are quoted by each hospital
Hospitals and clinics offering Arthroscopic Surgery abroad
Arthroscopic Surgery is listed by 48 hospitals abroad. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.
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Private HospitalBangalore, India
A 200-bed facility located at Gateway Center in Northwest Bangalore. The hospital opened in 2008 and provides comprehensive tertiary-level services, such as cardiac operations, orthopedics and neuroscience, as well as secondary-level medical care.
PricesArthroscopic Surgery $3,900Arthroscopy - Shoulder upon requestArthroscopy - Knee upon request
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$3,900
Hospital GroupMadrid, Spain
ISOPrice on requestHM Hospitales is a hospital group with six private hospitals in Madrid: three general hospitals, a cardiovascular hospital, an oncological center and a women's health hospital.
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Private HospitalIstanbul, Turkey
JCIPrice on requestThe first in a brand new chain of ultra-modern hospitals, opened in January 2013, LIV hospital focuses on foreign patients, and tries to provide a complete and comprehensive service by a dedicated international team.
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Private HospitalIstanbul, Turkey
A JCI accredited, multi-specialty medical center which is a part of the Acibadem Healthcare Group. The hospital provides medical care in virtually all medical specialties. International patients are catered for through the Acibadem International Patients Center.
PricesArthroscopic Surgery upon request
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Private HospitalMalaga, Spain
Xanit Hospital Internacional is a modern private hospital located in the suburbs of Malaga, Spain. The hospital is modern (opened in 2005), and the staff include over 200 specialists in all medical specialties.
DoctorsANDr. Antonio Narvaez
PricesKnee arthroscopy – ligamentoplsty $6,100Knee arthroscopy – meniscectomy $4,400Shoulder arthroscopy $6,100
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$4,400
University HospitalHeidelberg, Germany
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Heidelberg University Hospital is one of Europe`s leading medical centers. World-renowned experts provide comprehensive care of the highest international standards in all medical specialties.
DoctorsVEProf. Volker EwerbeckBLDr. Burkhard Lehner
PricesArthroscopic Surgery upon requestArthroscopy - Shoulder upon requestArthroscopy - Knee upon request
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Private HospitalCancun, Mexico
Hospital Galenia holds the Certificate of Medical Attention Establishments granted by Joint Commission International (JCI), Accreditation Canada International (ACI) and is certified by the Mexican General Health Council (CSG).
PricesArthroscopy - Hip upon requestArthroscopy - Knee upon requestArthroscopy - Shoulder upon requestArthroscopy - Wrist upon request
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Private Facility and University HospitalIstanbul, Turkey
JCIPrice on requestMedipol Mega Hospital Complex is a modern medical facility with four specialist hospitals and an extensive selection of high caliber medical devices available for use. The hospital provides treatments in a wide variety of medical fields in its 470 bed facility.
PricesArthroscopic Surgery upon request
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Private HospitalPattaya, Thailand
This multi-specialty tertiary hospital offers various medical services as well as dental procedures to local and overseas patients. It serves over 100,000 international patients every year.
PricesArthroscopic Surgery upon requestArthroscopy - Knee upon requestArthroscopy - Shoulder upon request
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