What is Knee arthroscopy?
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Knee arthroscopy is a surgical procedure in which an examination and sometimes treatment of damage of the interior of the knee joint is performed using an arthroscope, a type of endoscope that is inserted into the joint through a small incision.
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How do members experience Knee arthroscopy?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Torn meniscus of knee | 41 | 9 | |
| Pain in knee(s) | 26 | 7 | |
| Chondromalacia patellae | 3 | 2 | |
| Osteoarthritis | 3 | 0 | |
| ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) injury | 2 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Pain | 5 | |
| Back pain | 1 | |
| Difficulty walking | 1 | |
| Joint pain | 1 | |
| Joint stiffness | 1 | |
| Knee pain from surgery | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 2 | |
| Mild | 5 | |
| None | 5 |
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