In today’s fast developing world minimally invasive surgery is one of the most satisfying outcomes in medical science.
In times to come open knee reconstructive surgery will be obsolete with the newer intervention in knee arthroscopy
An arthroscope is a fiber optic instrument, narrower than a pen. It is placed into the knee through a tiny incision (portal). A small camera attached to the arthroscope, allows the surgeon to view the knee structures on a television monitor. Using additional portals (usually 1), small instruments ranging in size from 3-5 millimeters are inserted into the knee. These instruments allow the surgeon to inspect and feel the joint structures; more accurately diagnose the injury, and then repair, reconstruct, or remove the damaged structures.
In the past, many Orthopaedic injuries required complicated operations with large incisions, long hospital stays, and extensive physical therapy. Today, many procedures are done entirely or in combination with the arthroscope, allowing for more accurate diagnosis, less invasive surgical intervention, and an accelerated rehabilitation process. It must be kept in mind that not all surgery can be done by knee Arthroscopy.
As compared to other south East Asian countries Arthroscopy in India has emerged as one of the most important sub-speciality in Orthopaedics. |
