When a patient has to undergo surgery, they are likely to feel fear and have many doubts, generating anxiety for most people. Generally, patients who come to trauma consultations after suffering from a pathology have fears based on doubts and not knowing how the pain will feel during the intervention and whether it will negatively affect the anesthesia, among others. Below you will find cases of patients who have undergone various cutting-edge procedures in our trauma clinic and are now recovered.
How is knee surgery done?
Interventions on the knee are performed using open approaches or using advanced techniques. The minimally invasive techniques for knee surgery They present benefits in the short, medium and long term and with them, excessive bleeding of the patient is avoided, the need for tissue reconstruction, as well as better control of operative and postoperative pain.
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Request diagnosisUltra-minimally invasive knee surgery is performed to treat all degenerative, malformative or traumatic diseases of the knee joint. Depending on the area and injury to be treated, Prof. Dr. Elgeadi's team has various procedures for the treatment of the knee for knee interventions.
Most common types of minimally invasive knee surgery
The knee arthroplasty It is one of the most common operations to treat arthritis, a disease caused by the wear and tear of bones and cartilage. Another of the most common techniques in traumatology is knee arthroscopy, with which you can see the inside of the knee when there is damaged cartilage or ligament. On the other hand, reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament of the knee can be performed with tissue replacement, which is done through arthroscopy.
Chondromalacia patella operation with Doctor Elgeadi
Arthroscopic knee surgery is performed under general anesthesia and with this technique, a minimal incision is made around the knee whose purpose is to use it to insert the arthroscopy implements. The procedure consists of smoothing the cartilage of the knee, so as to allow freedom in the flexion and extension movements of the knee.
Symptoms of chondromalacia patellae
The patient with chondromalacia patella presents symptoms of discomfort and discomfort in the back of the kneecap, pain when maintaining the same position for long periods of time, especially after a period of inactivity and rest, a feeling of instability and blockage of the kneecap. joint, and pain when performing daily movements such as going up and down stairs.
In the presence of these signs and symptoms, it is important to consult a doctor. expert knee traumatologist, so that it can evaluate the patient's symptoms by performing diagnostic tests such as an x-ray or magnetic resonance imaging whose objective is to confirm the diagnosis, and in this way, guide the most appropriate treatment.
Knee arthroscopy opinion
Recovery after a knee arthroscopy procedure is much faster than traditional open knee surgery. In any case, it will always be important to follow the expert's instructions after being discharged from the hospital by the medical team.
“With a knee ailment, I met Doctor Elgeadi and with complete confidence and security, he decided to operate on me for patellar chromomalacia on one knee, and then I had patellar chondromalacia on the other knee. After having surgery three times with the Elgeadi team, I can say that the team is wonderful and I recommend it to any patient”.
Knee operation using stem cell treatment at Clínica Elgeadi
Stem cells applied to the knee have the ability to regenerate lost tissue, which is key in the case of patients with osteoarthritis when the knee cartilage is degenerated or damaged. Chronic knee pain is a major problem in aging, and can be debilitating and affect the patient's mobility and quality of life if not prevented in time.
Opinion of a patient operated on with stem cells for knee pain
“Through another doctor, I met Prof. Dr. Elgeadi, I had a torn meniscus and he operated on my knee with stem cells. The operation was at noon and at night I went home, going to his consultations and it was great, with very little recovery time, one or two months going to the physio”.
Many patients fear undergoing major operations, but great technological advances in the field of medicine allow minimally invasive techniques to recover the patient's quality of life, without pain and also minimizing recovery times. At Clínica Elgeadi we want to offer you the best diagnosis and treatment if you suffer from any pathology related to the knee. Do not hesitate to make an appointment at our trauma clinic expert in minimally invasive surgery and achieve a life without pain.
15 thoughts on “Testimonios y opiniones de la cirugía de rodilla mínimamente invasiva”
I have type 2 chondromalacia patella in both knees.
Good morning Ishmael,
Thanks for your comment.
We recommend you read this post about chondromalacia patella, where you will find all the necessary information.
All the best.
I have grade 3 chondromalacia patella pain.
I have chondromalacia patella in one more than another, they don't want me to operate at the moment, I'm on sick leave and my job for a year has been going up and down stairs all day and I fell on my knees twice and I can't, it hurts and they've only given me rehabilitation
Good morning Dolores,
We are very sorry for your situation. If you wish, you can request an appointment at our trauma clinic, where we can offer you a complete diagnosis.
All the best.
Hello, I am 40 years old, I have grade IV chondromalacia and meniscus surgery. I have a physical job and right now I am on sick leave because I have constant pain and especially at night. I already
I infiltrated hyaluronic acid and it didn't last long. I have different opinions. My question is . Why doesn't anyone want to operate on chondromalacia? There is some reason. Because they prefer to put patches with infiltrations that last as long as they last. Thank you
Hello Rachel,
Because chondropathy is usually due to degenerative pathology and we must always try conservative measures; Infiltration and rehabilitation have a very high success rate.
Good luck.
Hello, I am 46 years old and have grade 4 chondromalacia patella for years and it has been getting worse every time, the high-grade hyaluronic acid infiltrations barely have an effect on me and social security says that nothing more can be done. Is there any type of operation to improve? Thank you
Hello Pedro,
In case of failure of conservative treatment, we must review the images and see the angles of the knee, as well as the type of injury to the patella and act on it.
We invite you to request an appointment by calling 910 053 900 to evaluate your case personally.
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Hello, I have a torn ACL and internal meniscus, but I have no pain and I don't feel instability. What happens if I don't have surgery? I've read that they don't heal well after surgery. I only have a little inflammation.
Hello Jenny,
To determine the best approach for your case, it's necessary to evaluate your medical records and your particular situation. Even if you don't experience pain or instability, the decision to undergo surgery should be based on a thorough evaluation. Regarding anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and meniscus surgeries, when performed by specialized surgeons, like those on our team, the results tend to be much more satisfactory.
It's important to have a surgical specialist evaluate your case and guide you in making the best decision based on your needs. If you wish, you can make an appointment with our specialists for a personalized consultation. You can contact us by calling 91 005 39 00.
Greetings.
Hello, good afternoon. I have grade two patellar chondropathy with a high-riding patella and a flattened trochlea, with two dislocations. The last one left me quite disabled, and I'm still on sick leave after a year, and I haven't fully recovered. I've undergone rehabilitation, physiotherapy, corticosteroid injections, and hyaluronic acid injections, the latter of which made things much worse, as it significantly worsened my walking ability. I lead a somewhat normal life: I walk and do exercises at the gym—balance exercises, walking, cycling, quadriceps exercises without straining, isometric exercises, and others. Even so, my knee is unstable. I've seen three surgeons to explore my options, and each one offers a different suggestion. The public healthcare system doesn't offer surgery because I'm too young, and they don't want to implant a prosthesis since there isn't enough wear and tear. Another surgeon suggests an invasive patellar surgery: opening it up, repositioning it with screws, and fixing the tendon—something like that—with a fairly long recovery time. The other surgeon has already told me he would do the least invasive procedure to see if that's enough and avoids the major surgery, allowing for a better recovery. It involves ligating the tendon to tighten the kneecap and stabilize it without having to open the bone, resulting in a faster recovery. I have doubts about everything, but I can't go on like this. I'm not walking as well as before, and I struggle with some things when I exercise. I'm in better shape, but my knee prevents me from living a normal life and going to work. I'm leaning more towards the less invasive tendon surgery and stabilizing the kneecap a bit without having to open up so much or touch the bone. What do you think?
Thank you for sharing so many details, Mercedes. With repeated dislocations, patella alta, and a flattened trochlea, instability usually requires a specific evaluation (physical examination + MRI/CT scan with measurements) to determine the appropriate surgery; there is no single correct option. If, despite a year of conservative treatment, it continues to limit your activity, surgery is a reasonable option, but it must be individualized (MPFL and/or tendon/tuberosity adjustment, depending on the case), and the goals and recovery timeline should be explained to you in a specialist consultation.
Good afternoon, I was diagnosed via MRI of my knee with an unstable osteochondral lesion with detached fragments, as well as a tear in the medial meniscus, synovitis, and an uncomplicated Baket cyst. The initial diagnosis recommended a unicompartmental knee replacement (to correct the chondral ulceration) or a complete knee replacement. I sought a second opinion, and the proposed solution required arthroscopy, cleaning of the unstable fragments, and micro-perforations to attempt to generate pseudocartilage, in addition to meniscus repair (either suturing or trimming) and evaluation of the Baket cyst. I am 53 years old and have always been active in sports such as running, hiking, cycling, and swimming, among others. I would appreciate a response. Thank you.
Thanks for your message, Carlos. With an unstable osteochondral lesion with fragments, plus meniscus and synovitis, the decision depends primarily on the degree of osteoarthritis, the alignment, and the extent of damage in the affected compartment. Arthroscopy can provide relief (by removing fragments/meniscus), and micro-perforations are reserved for specific defects, but if there is advanced wear, the most durable solution is usually a partial or total knee replacement. At 53 years old and an athlete, the ideal approach is an in-office evaluation with your imaging studies to determine the option with the best prognosis and realistic expectations for returning to activity.