Knee Microfracture Surgery
Knee microfracture surgery is a common procedure used to repair damaged knee cartilage. It is performed arthroscopically, using small incisions and a camera to visualize the joint. The surgeon creates small holes in the bone near the damaged cartilage, called microfractures, to stimulate the growth of new cartilage. The goal of the surgery is to prevent further damage and delay the need for a knee replacement. Local anesthesia, spinal anesthesia, regional anesthesia, or general anesthesia …