Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.
Days admitted
Arthroscopic surgery is usually done as an outpatient procedure.
For arthroscopic surgery in general
Anesthesia
The type of anesthesia is chosen depending on the joint that is being treated and the health of the patient.
For arthroscopic surgery in general
Recovery
- The patient is taken to a recovery room until the patient comes out of the effects of anesthesia. - Pain medication may be given to the patient. - The surgical incisions are small and heal quickly. - The patient is required to rest for several days after the surgery and keep the joint elevated. - Ice packs may be applied to minimize swelling and pain. - The patient is required to undergo an exercise program that helps in strengthening the patient’s muscles. This also prevents contracture of the surrounding tissues.
For arthroscopic surgery in general
Risks
The risks that may occur in arthroscopic surgery are rare. They include the following: - Infection - Severe bleeding - Swelling - Blood clotting - Injury to nerve and blood vessels - Breakage of surgical instruments during the surgery
For arthroscopic surgery in general
After care
- The incision area should be kept clean and dry. - The surgeon or nurse will remove the surgical bandages. - The doctor’s instructions should be followed carefully. - The patient may be required to undergo physical therapy.
Any signs of infection should be reported to the doctor. These include: - Severe joint pain - Swelling - Redness - Bleeding - Warmth
For arthroscopic surgery in general
Hospitals in Italy offering Arthroscopic Surgery
These hospitals list Arthroscopic Surgery in Italy; ask any of them to quote Arthroscopy - Hip for your case. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.
Campus Bio-Medico University Hospital has areas of healthcare, education, science, research, and innovation in the biomedical and health fields—both clinical and translational—it pursues the goal of safeguarding and enhancing the human person
PricesAnkle Arthroscopic Surgery upon requestElbow Arthroscopic Surgery upon requestHip Arthroscopic Surgery upon requestKnee Arthroscopic Surgery upon requestShoulder Arthroscopic Surgery upon request
Humanitas is a highly specialized teaching and research hospital. Accredited by the National Health Service, Humanitas is home to world-level doctors in more than 50 clinical areas grouped in specialized centers. The hospital has an Emergency room and a Radiotherapy Area for outpatients.
PricesArthroscopy of the Hip in Young Patients upon request
University Hospital
JCIPrice on request