Arthroscopic Procedures

Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical technique that allows Dr. Gazanfar Patel to diagnose and treat a wide range of joint conditions through small keyhole incisions. Using a tiny camera (arthroscope) and specialized instruments, complex joint problems can be addressed with minimal disruption to surrounding tissues, resulting in faster recovery and less post-operative pain compared to open surgery.

Dr. Patel performs arthroscopic procedures on the knee, hip, and shoulder, offering patients a less invasive alternative to traditional open surgery for many common joint conditions.

Arthroscopic Procedures Offered

1. Knee Arthroscopy

The knee is the most commonly arthroscoped joint. Dr. Patel performs a full range of knee arthroscopic procedures, including:

• Meniscal Repair & Meniscectomy: Repair of torn meniscus or removal of damaged tissue to relieve pain and restore function.

• ACL Reconstruction: Ligament reconstruction using autograft or allograft to restore knee stability after anterior cruciate ligament tears.

• Chondroplasty & Microfracture: Treatment of cartilage defects to promote healing and reduce joint surface damage.

• Synovectomy: Removal of inflamed synovial tissue in inflammatory arthritis or synovial disorders.

2. Hip Arthroscopy

Hip arthroscopy is used to treat intra-articular hip conditions that cause groin pain, clicking, or locking:

• Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI): Reshaping of the femoral head or acetabular rim to eliminate abnormal bony contact.

• Labral Repair: Repair or reconstruction of torn acetabular labrum to restore hip stability and function.

• Loose Body Removal: Extraction of loose cartilage or bone fragments causing joint locking or pain.

3. Shoulder Arthroscopy

• Rotator Cuff Repair: Arthroscopic reattachment of torn rotator cuff tendons to the humeral head.

• Subacromial Decompression: Removal of bone spurs and inflamed bursa to relieve shoulder impingement.

• Bankart Repair: Stabilization procedure for recurrent shoulder dislocations.

Conditions Treated

• Meniscal Tears: Traumatic or degenerative tears of the knee meniscus.

• Ligament Injuries: ACL, PCL, and collateral ligament tears.

• Cartilage Defects: Focal chondral lesions and osteochondral defects.

• Femoroacetabular Impingement: Abnormal bony contact in the hip joint causing pain and reduced motion.

• Rotator Cuff Tears: Partial or full-thickness tears of the shoulder tendons.

Why Choose Dr. Gazanfar Patel for Arthroscopic Surgery?

• Minimally Invasive Expertise: Trained in the latest arthroscopic techniques with a focus on tissue preservation and rapid recovery.

• Advanced Instrumentation: Procedures performed using high-definition arthroscopes and precision instruments for superior visualization.

• Comprehensive Joint Care: Ability to diagnose and treat joint pathology in a single procedure, avoiding the need for open surgery in most cases.

• Fast Return to Activity: Most arthroscopic procedures are performed as day surgery with a structured rehabilitation pathway for rapid return to sport and work.

Patient Journey & Recovery Expectations

1. Pre-operative Evaluation: Clinical assessment, MRI or CT imaging, and detailed discussion of surgical goals and expected outcomes.

2. Day Surgery Procedure: Most arthroscopic procedures are completed under general or regional anaesthesia as a day-care surgery.

3. Immediate Recovery: Patients are typically mobilized within hours and discharged home the same day with pain management guidelines.

4. Rehabilitation: Targeted physiotherapy program to restore strength, flexibility, and full joint function based on the specific procedure performed.