ACL Reconstruction in India
Surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament using a graft.
Overview
Surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament using a graft.
Symptoms
- ✓Knee instability
- ✓Pain
Causes
- ✓Sports injury
Diagnosis
- ✓MRI
- ✓Physical exam
Procedure
Torn ligament reconstructed using a tissue graft, arthroscopically
Recovery
2-3 days on crutches; 6-9 months for full return to sport
Benefits
- ✓Restores knee stability
- ✓enables return to active/sporting lifestyle
Risks
- ✓Infection
- ✓Graft failure
Cost
Cost may vary depending on patient condition and hospital.
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