Arthrectomy

Arthrectomy is a surgical operation aimed at removing part of a joint or its elements. It can be performed both in the treatment of joint diseases and in other diseases such as tumors and injuries.

An arthrectomy can be performed on any joint, but is most often performed on the knee. The knee joint is one of the most complex joints in the human body and is susceptible to many diseases, such as arthrosis, arthritis, meniscal tears and others.

The arthrectomy procedure may vary depending on the disease that needs to be treated. For example, for arthrosis, surgery may involve removing worn parts of the joint (knee cartilage or meniscus), and for a torn meniscus, restoring its integrity.

After an arthrectomy, the patient may need time to recover. It depends on how serious the surgery was and how many joint elements were removed. Typically, after an arthrectomy, a period of rehabilitation is required, which can last from several weeks to several months.

However, although arthrectomy is a major operation, it can be very effective in treating many joint conditions. If the operation is performed correctly and all doctor’s recommendations are followed, the patient can quickly return to normal life.