Knee Arthroscopy
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What is a knee arthroscopy?
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Arthroscopy is a minor operation that allows the surgeon to view the inside of the knee joint using an instrument called the arthroscope. The instrument is a telescope about the size of a pencil that is inserted into the joint through two or more small puncture wounds.
Light from a powerful external source is transmitted down the shaft of the instrument by fibreoptics to illuminate the whole joint interior.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” css=”.vc_custom_1610411025748{padding-bottom: 3% !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
What is knee arthroscopy used for?
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The knee joint is complex and many of its internal structures cannot be seen on x-rays. With the arthroscope, it is possible to identify inflammation of the joint lining, tears of the cartilages” (Menisci) or internal ligaments, loose bodies mobile with the joint, or irregularities of the bearing surfaces.
Arthroscopy is used for diagnosis and treatment of knee problems Fine probes and instruments are used for this purpose introduced under direct vision into the knee joint through one of the puncture wounds.
The most common arthroscopic operation performed is partial meniscectomy, which is the removal of part of one or both “cartilages” of the knee joint. The “cartilage” should really be called the meniscus. There are two menisci in the knee joint, both are made of tough gristle and act as shock absorbers. They are quite commonly torn, producing loose pieces which may catch during the knee motion and cause pain. Partial meniscectomy removes the loose pain-producing torn portions and leaves the untorn meniscus in the point to continue its shock-absorbing function.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” css=”.vc_custom_1610411025748{padding-bottom: 3% !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
Before the surgery
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Your arthroscopy will be performed under general anaesthesia. You will have to be starved for your anaesthetic to avoid any vomiting during the operation. You will, therefore, be asked to take no food or drink from midnight at the end of the day before your operation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”grid” text_align=”left” css_animation=”” css=”.vc_custom_1610411025748{padding-bottom: 3% !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]
After the surgery
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]You will be able to return home some hours after the procedure as soon as the anaesthetic has worn off and you feel well. You should not be alone in the house on the evening of your surgery and you must not drive within 24 hours of the anaesthetic. You are advised to stay in the Wellington region on the night of the operation.
There should be little pain immediately after the operation and you will be able to walk when you are fully awake. Local anaesthetic is put into the skin puncture and knee joint at the end of the operation to reduce pain. After 4-6 hours the local anaesthetic will wear off and you may suffer moderate or severe
pain in the first |24-48 hours after surgery. Take regular painkilling tablets like paracetamol or aspirin. Rest up when you get home and do not bend your knee while it is still painful.
Some swelling, discomfort and stiffness sometimes persist for a few weeks after the operation and this is to be expected. If after 48 hours the pain becomes severe and the knee becomes red and hot, or swelling increases it is important to report this to your doctor quickly.
The skin puncture wounds are held closed with small adhesive strips and there will not be any stitches if arthroscopy is done without other surgery being performed. Small waterproof dressings cover the wounds and allow you to shower on the day after surgery. Just take off the crepe bandage, shower, dry yourself then replace the crepe bandage again.
You will be able to return to work when your knee feels comfortable. If you are in a clerical or light job, then you may return within a few days of your operation. If you have a heavy job you will probably need to stay off work for a week or more.
When you are discharged from the hospital, you will be given an appointment to return for a check-up and discussion on what was found at arthroscopy.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”” row_type=”row” use_row_as_full_screen_section=”no” type=”full_width” angled_section=”no” text_align=”left” background_image_as_pattern=”without_pattern”][vc_column][vc_row_inner row_type=”row” type=”full_width” text_align=”left” css_animation=””][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1603956153664{background-color: #e6f2f1 !important;}”][qode_elements_holder number_of_columns=”one_column”][qode_elements_holder_item vertical_alignment=”middle” horizontal_alignment=”center” advanced_animations=”no” background_color=”#e6f2f1″][vc_column_text]
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