Knee scope is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that uses a small camera to diagnose and treat knee conditions. It is often used for torn ligaments, meniscus or cartilage problems, and loose bone fragments. The procedure is typically done in an outpatient setting and involves making small incisions in the knee. After surgery, patients are monitored for complications and should be aware of signs of infection or blood clots.
Knee scope refers to knee arthroscopy, which is a surgical procedure in which a joint is viewed via a small camera. Arthroscopic surgery allows the orthopedic surgeon to evaluate and treat certain types of knee conditions by providing detailed insight into the anatomy of the knee. A knee scope uses high-resolution imaging devices that allow for greater accuracy in diagnosis and offer a less invasive option for treating knee problems.
Typically, the knee is one of the easiest joints to injure because it is the largest in the body. Knee problems related to injuries and arthritis can often be treated effectively with a knee endoscope. Arthroscopic surgery can be used in the diagnosis and treatment of torn ligaments, meniscus or cartilage problems, and loose bone fragments.
Usually, a knee endoscope is done in an outpatient setting. The type of anesthetic the patient receives depends on their general health and previous medical history. Frequently, regional or local anesthesia will be used during knee surgery, unless the patient has had an adverse reaction to this type of anesthetic in the past. If this is the case, the doctor may choose to use a general anesthetic, where the patient will be put to sleep by the anesthesiologist.
Typically, the typical knee procedure involves the orthopedic surgeon making a series of small incisions or cuts in the knee. Commonly, the surgeon then uses a sterile fluid to fill the joint and help clean out any cloudy or bloody fluid. This will allow the surgeon to get a clearer view of the knee. Usually, after the incisions have been made, the arthroscope will be inserted to diagnose the knee problem and use a number of small tools to repair the damaged structures in the knee.
After knee surgery is complete, the surgeon approximates the edges of the knee incisions and closes them with paper tape or small sutures. The closed incisions are then usually covered with sterile bandages and the patient is transferred to a recovery area where they will be monitored for any complications. In the recovery room, knee surgery patients are monitored for excessive bleeding, pain, and abnormal vital signs.
After the surgeon deems the patient to be in stable condition, he will be discharged home. The surgical patient will not be able to drive home due to the risk of reopening the incision sites. Also, the effects of anesthesia may still be present. Once home, it is recommended that the patient be monitored for increased pain, swelling, or redness at the surgical site. If you experience fever, chills, or difficulty breathing, you should return to the hospital immediately so your doctor can rule out an infection or blood clot.
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