Meniscectomy abroad is priced per case at 47 hospitals, with 19 countries listed in total. It needs 1 to 2 days in hospital. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.
Description of Meniscectomy:
What is Meniscectomy?
Meniscectomy is a surgical procedure in which a part or the entire torn meniscus that causes pain and interferes with knee activity is removed or repaired. Meniscectomy is performed by an orthopedic surgeon.
How is Meniscectomy Performed?
Meniscectomy is performed either by an open surgery or by an arthroscopic surgery. Arthroscopic surgery is more prevalent; however, an open surgery may be performed if it is difficult to find the torn meniscus or if adhesions are present.
Arthroscopic Meniscectomy
An arthroscope and a few surgical tools are inserted into the knee joint through tiny incisions.
An injection is given into the knee to enlarge the joint to provide a better view.
The knee is thoroughly examined to find the tear and any other injury along the interior curve of the meniscus.
The damaged portion of the torn meniscus is removed in a partial meniscectomy.
Tears along the external curve of the meniscus where there is a high amount of blood supply is stitched and repaired.
Any parts of cartilage that are avascular are also removed.
The arthroscope and the surgical tools are withdrawn.
The incision is closed with sutures.
Open Surgery Meniscectomy
An open incision is made on the knee joint to view and treat the internal structures.
The torn meniscus is removed and additional damaged structures are repaired.
The incision is closed with sutures or clips.
How to Prepare for Meniscectomy?
The patient is given full information about the surgical procedure.
The patient is physically examined to ensure that the patient is in a good condition to go through the surgery.
Physical therapy may be started so that the patient’s pain, activity levels, and knee strength are recorded. Accordingly, the patient is required to learn the exercises that need to be done after the surgery. During physical therapy, the patient will also learn how to use crutches or a walker.
The patient should inform the doctor about any ailments or medical conditions.
Smoking should be stopped at least a couple of weeks before the surgery to ensure quick healing and a successful result.
About Meniscectomy
Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Days admitted
Partial arthroscopic meniscectomy is done as an outpatient procedure. Open surgery meniscectomy may require hospitalization for 1 to 2 days.
Anesthesia
General or spinal anesthesia
Recovery
- Most patients who are recovering from arthroscopic meniscectomy can begin to bear weight in 1 or 2 days after the surgery. - The sutures are removed after one week. - Patients may be able to do all activities after 2 to 4 weeks. - Recovery varies from patient to patient. This depends on the severity of the injury, type of surgery, the overall health of the patient, and the preference of the surgeon. - Physical therapy exercises will help the patient to recover sooner and improve the strength and motion of the knee.
Risks
- Nerve injury - Degeneration of knee joint due to the removal of a large amount of tissue - Infection - Bleeding - Blood clotting - Blood vessel damage - Severe pain
After care
- The patient should avoid all kinds of strenuous activities for many weeks after the surgery. - Activities like kneeling, crawling, squatting, etc. should be avoided for a couple of weeks after the surgery. For some patients these activities may be permanently restricted. - The patient should follow the doctor’s instructions carefully.
Hospitals and clinics offering Meniscectomy abroad
Meniscectomy is listed by 47 hospitals abroad. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.
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.
DoctorsSRDr. Shankar R KurpadKKDr. Kamini KurpadView all 5
HM 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.
The 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.
DoctorsAPAssoc. Prof. Dr. Uğur HaklarAPAssoc. Prof. Dr. Ayhan KiliçView all 3
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.
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.
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.
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).
DoctorsCADr. Christian Armando Mantecon DominguezMGDr. Mauricio Gonzalez, MDView all 3
Medipol 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.
DoctorsDMProf. Dr. Mahir MahiroğullariAPAssoc. Prof. Dr. Ahmet Murat BülbülView all 14
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.
DoctorsCLDr. Cherdchai LuangwatanapongSRDr. Sompong RatanarojpusitView all 22