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Knee arthroscopy

Indications:

Arthroscopy may be recommended for knee problems, such as:

• A torn meniscus (either repair or remove)
• Mild arthritis
• Loose bodies (small pieces of broken cartilage) in the knee joint
• A torn or damaged anterior cruciate or posterior cruciate ligament
• Inflamed or damaged lining of the joint (synovium)
• Misalignment of the knee cap (patella)

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