Torn Cartilage Info

[jubieanna]

Have just had my MRI results from an ongoing knee pain problem. Have been told that i have a torn cartilage. Will this mean an operation?
Any info appreciated
Thank you

[Sqad]

\\\Will this mean an operation? \\\

It depends.

If your symptoms of "knee locking" are affecting your quality of life and maybe if the knee is swollen, then an arthroscopy ( minimal keyhole surgery) will be advised.

You will decide as to the necessity for operation, the surgeon will give you the options.

[jubieanna]

Thanks sqad
I have to wait til middle of July to see the surgeon to discuss it. I have only had general anesthetic once before and didn't react well to it so was hoping that I wouldn't need one.
What does key hole surgery involve?

[Sqad]

It is usually done as a day case or perhaps an overnight stay.
Procedure is performed under local anesthesia with perhaps a "top up" of spinal anesthesia...depends upon the unit. You should be back to work within the week.

Someone will come along with a link, so that you can read the procedure at great length

[jubieanna]

Thank you sqad