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Is Surgery Needed For Mild Degenerative Changes In Tibiofemoral Compartment?
a plan MRI of the right knee was performed of my mother age 54. impressions are:1-mild degenerative changes in the tibiofemoral compartment, mild joint effusion. 2-tear of the body and posterior horn of medial meniscus. As per report so is surgery needed?
Tue, 28 Apr 2020
Hello,
If you are a symptomatic with pain or difficulty in walking. Surgical correction in the form of arthroscopic repair may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
If you are a symptomatic with pain or difficulty in walking. Surgical correction in the form of arthroscopic repair may be required.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
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