Knee Arthroscopy
Knee arthroscopy is keyhole surgery that uses a tiny camera to diagnose and treat knee problems such as torn meniscus, damaged cartilage and loose bodies.
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About this Procedure
Knee arthroscopy is keyhole surgery in which a surgeon uses a thin tube with a tiny camera (an arthroscope) to look inside the knee joint. MedlinePlus explains that two or three small cuts are made around the knee, the joint is filled with sterile fluid, and small instruments are passed through the other cuts to repair or remove the problem.
It may be recommended for a torn meniscus, a torn or damaged anterior or posterior cruciate ligament, an inflamed joint lining (synovium), a kneecap that is out of position, loose pieces of cartilage or bone that make the knee catch, some cartilage defects and some fractures. Symptoms that lead to arthroscopy include knee pain, swelling, locking or a feeling of instability.
The procedure can be done under local, spinal (regional) or general anaesthesia. The NHS says an arthroscopy can take 30 minutes to 3 hours depending on the type, and most people go home within a few hours. The AAOS notes that if you are generally healthy, knee arthroscopy is most likely an outpatient procedure, and many people return to most physical activities after 6 to 8 weeks unless a ligament reconstruction or repair was done.
Medwell arranges knee arthroscopy at partner hospitals in Delhi NCR, including BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, Paras Health, Gurugram and Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurugram. Your orthopaedic surgeon reviews your MRI and examination findings to confirm whether arthroscopy is the right treatment.
Why travel for this procedure?
- Accredited partner hospitals
Knee arthroscopy is available at Medwell partners such as BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, Artemis Hospital, Gurugram and Paras Health, Gurugram. - Experienced orthopaedic teams
Orthopaedic and sports-injury surgeons at partner hospitals review your knee MRI and plan the procedure before you arrive. - Shorter waiting times
Planned treatment can usually be scheduled without the long waiting lists patients face in some countries. - English-speaking teams
Doctors, nurses and coordinators consult in English, and Medwell can arrange an interpreter on request. - Medwell coordination
One team handles your free quote, visa invitation letter, hotel near the hospital and airport pickup.
Share your reports and get a free quote
Send Medwell your knee MRI, X-rays and a short description of your symptoms. A partner orthopaedic surgeon reviews them and you receive a free personalised quote.
Travel to Delhi NCR and pre-treatment evaluation
After arriving in Delhi NCR you see the surgeon for a knee examination and routine pre-operative checks, and the planned arthroscopic treatment is confirmed.
Arthroscopy, recovery and follow-up
Most people go home the same day with exercises to start straight away. Medwell helps you plan a short stay near the hospital for your wound check and follow-up before flying home.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is knee arthroscopy?
Knee arthroscopy is minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery that uses a tiny camera inserted through a small cut to look inside the knee. The surgeon can then diagnose and treat problems such as a torn meniscus or damaged cartilage using small instruments passed through two or three other small cuts.
What knee problems can arthroscopy treat?
Knee arthroscopy can treat a torn meniscus, torn or damaged cruciate ligaments, an inflamed joint lining, a misaligned kneecap, loose pieces of cartilage or bone, some cartilage defects and some fractures, according to MedlinePlus. Your orthopaedic surgeon decides whether arthroscopy suits your knee after reviewing your MRI and examining you.
How much does knee arthroscopy cost in India?
The cost of knee arthroscopy in India depends on the hospital, what needs to be repaired or removed inside the knee, the type of anaesthesia, and the plan your specialist recommends after reviewing your reports, so Medwell does not publish a fixed price. Share your reports and Medwell will send a free, no-obligation personalised quote from partner hospitals such as BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi and Artemis Hospital, Gurugram, usually within 24 hours.
How long does knee arthroscopy take and when can I go home?
The NHS says an arthroscopy can take 30 minutes to 3 hours, depending on the type, and most people go home within a few hours. The AAOS notes that knee arthroscopy is usually an outpatient procedure for healthy patients, and many people return to most physical activities after 6 to 8 weeks, with longer recovery after ligament or meniscus repair.
Is knee arthroscopy safe?
Knee arthroscopy is a common, minimally invasive procedure, and serious problems are uncommon. As with any surgery, there are risks, including those of anaesthesia, infection, bleeding into the joint and blood clots. Your surgeon will explain the risks that apply to your knee and how they are reduced before you agree to the procedure.
Which hospitals in Delhi NCR offer knee arthroscopy?
Medwell arranges knee arthroscopy at 6 partner hospitals across Delhi NCR (Gurugram, New Delhi and Noida):
- BLK-Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi
- Artemis Hospital, Gurugram
- Paras Health, Gurugram
- Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurugram
- Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Vasant Kunj, New Delhi
- Fortis Hospital, Noida
Medwell can suggest the hospital that best fits your travel dates and the treatment your knee needs.
How do I arrange knee arthroscopy in India through Medwell?
Send your knee MRI and reports to Medwell for a free, no-obligation personalised quote, usually within 24 hours. Medwell helps you choose a hospital and surgeon, books the consultation, supports your visa invitation letter and helps arrange flights, a hotel near the hospital and airport pickup. Because it is usually a day procedure, most visits are relatively short.