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- Best Hospital in Spain award at the International Medical Travel Journal (IMTJ) Awards in 2018.
- Best Medical Tourism Provider in Spain award at the European Business Awards in 2019.
- Best Hospital for Customer Service award at the Healthcare Asia Awards in 2019.
- Best Hospital for Quality award at the Global Health and Pharma Awards in 2020.
- Best Hospital for Patient Experience award at the European Healthcare Awards in 2021.
- Accreditation
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- Best Hospital in Barcelona award at the Spanish Healthcare Awards in 2018.
- Best Hospital for Customer Service award at the Healthcare Asia Awards in 2019.
- Best Hospital for Quality award at the Global Health and Pharma Awards in 2020.
- Best Hospital for Patient Experience award at the European Healthcare Awards in 2021.
- Best Hospital for International Patients award at the European Business Awards in 2021.
- Accreditation
- . Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation - recognized for meeting international healthcare standards.
- . Spanish National Accreditation System - recognition for adhering to national healthcare standards.
- . National Health Award 2016 - recognition for excellence in medical services.
- . International Medical Tourism Certification - 2015 - recognition for providing top-notch medical services.
- . Health Center Standard - 2014 - recognition for providing quality healthcare services.
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Outcomes of Meniscectomy
| Speciality | Orthopedics |
| Procedure | Meniscectomy |
| Success Rate | 85-95% |
| Recovery Time | 2-6 weeks |
| Treatment Time | 30 minutes to 1 hour |
| Chances of Recurrence | Low |
What is a Meniscectomy, and how does it work?
A meniscectomy is a surgical procedure performed to remove a damaged or torn meniscus in the knee joint. The meniscus is a C-shaped cartilage that acts as a cushion and stabilizer between the thighbone (femur) and the shinbone (tibia). The procedure can be done using traditional open surgery or minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques. Minimally invasive surgery is often suggested as it offers a small scar, a quick recovery, and less pain.
What medical conditions can be treated through Meniscectomy?
Meniscectomy treats various conditions such as meniscal tears caused by twisting or wear, meniscal injuries leading to pain and swelling, and knee osteoarthritis when conservative treatments fail. The surgical procedure addresses these issues by repairing or removing the damaged meniscus, providing relief, and improving knee function for patients.
What is the recovery process after a Meniscectomy?
The duration of recovery after meniscus surgery varies based on the procedure. Meniscectomy recovery can take six to eight weeks to heal completely. Post-surgery care includes crutches to ease the stress on the knee, a knee brace for joint stabilization, pain medications, physical therapy, and rehabilitation exercises at home to improve mobility, range of motion, and strength. Employing RICE (rest, ice, compression, and elevation) is also recommended for effective healing.
Frequently Asked Questions
A number of determining factors can be used to rank hospitals for your suitable procedure. While categorizing hospitals for Meniscectomy in Barcelona, some of the important factors are Popularity for the procedure, Infrastructure, Availability of the Procedure, Experienced doctors, Technology used, Cost, Facilities provided, Success Rate
MediGence offers you a blend of convenience, quality healthcare, and cost-savings. We make sure that your healthcare journey should be easy and hassle-free while receiving treatment overseas. Some of our caregiving services & unmatched benefits include hotel stays or accommodation, airport transfers, dedicated case manager, care packages for recovery, online consultations with the specialist, 24/7 assistance, and prenegotiated treatment packages with an assured 30% discount. There are many more advantages for you besides the aforementioned services.
Yes. You can avail a video consultation with a specialist before you plan your medical travel. To schedule the consultation, please get in touch with our patient advisory team. Upon your request, our experts will check the doctor's availability, and send you the payment link to finalize the appointment.
People from around the world are increasingly choosing to travel to Barcelona for Meniscectomy due to its modern infrastructure and high success rate. When it comes to Barcelona, many factors contribute to make Meniscectomy the ideal choice. This includes:
- Affordable treatment plans
- Modern healthcare technologies
- Transparency and data privacy
- Skilled and Qualified specialists
- Internationally recognised hospitals
Depending on the patient's health and the complexity of the treatment, different procedures have different recovery times. The patient should make sure to take all rehabilitation sessions and follow postoperative care protocols, among other things, to reduce their recovery time. Patient must keep in touch with their surgeon for a few months after surgery in order to speed up recovery.