Surgical considerations for knee procedures prioritize patient-specific factors like age, health status, injury severity, and activity goals. Preoperative evaluations (imaging, blood tests) assess bone quality, ligament integrity, and comorbidities (e.g., diabetes) impacting healing. Arthroscopy suits minor repairs (meniscus tears), while ACL reconstruction or osteotomy addresses instability or malalignment. Total knee replacement is reserved for end-stage arthritis. Surgeons choose minimally invasive techniques to reduce tissue damage or robotics for precision. Intraoperative considerations include graft selection (autograft vs. allograft), anesthesia type, and infection prevention protocols. Post-op risks (blood clots, stiffness) demand prophylactic measures (anticoagulants, early mobilization). Shared decision-making ensures alignment with patient expectations (sports resumption vs. pain relief). Multidisciplinary planning optimizes outcomes, balancing surgical success with rehabilitation feasibility.
