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Can you explain the process of an arthroscopic surgery meniscectomy?
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Remove bad cartilage: An arthroscopic menisectomy is an outpatient procedure where torn knee cartilage is removed. Arthroscopy uses small incisions to place a camera and instruments inside the joint. The joint is filled with fluid, the damages cartilage is identified and removed. The joint is inspected for further damage and if none exist, the procedure is finished. You go home with less pain and faster recovery.
Answered 3/9/2019
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