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Open Meniscectomy

Anesthesia Implications

Clinically reviewed by anesthesia providers · Updated

Position : Supine, arms at side on armboards
Time : 1-2 hours (average)
Blood Loss : Low (10-50 ml)
Considerations : Tourniquet

Anesthetic Approaches

1MAC, Spinal
2GETT, Nerve Block
The Surgery

A large incision is made over the knee and the structures of the knee are exposed. The meniscus is examined and either partially or completely removed. The incision is then closed using staples or...

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