Arthroscopic knee surgery
Knee osteoarthritis causes thinning and softening of the cartilage in the knee that absorbs shock and allows joint surfaces to glide over one another. Arthroscopic knee surgery in patients with osteoarthritis associated knee pain is performed to visualize the knee joint, remove excess fluids and worn or loose bodies.
Status: Decision completed
Why is arthroscopic knee surgery being reviewed?
Safety, efficacy, and cost issues regarding arthroscopic knee surgery versus medical management for osteoarthritis and/or pain. Concern over whether surgery is effective at improving function or relieving pain, rates of re-surgery, and complications.
Primary criteria ranking
- Safety = Low
- Efficacy = High
- Cost = High
Documentation
| Type | Materials |
|---|---|
| Assessment (2008) |