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Comparing Arthroscopic Surgery to Conservative Treatment in Knee Osteoarthritis
January 2025
Comparing Arthroscopic Surgery to Conservative Treatment in Knee Osteoarthritis
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Arthroscopic surgery is not superior to conservative treatment in knee osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trails.
BMC Musculoskelet Disord. 2024 01-Sep;():. 10.1186/s12891-024-07813-3Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
This systematic review and meta-analysis included 10 randomized controlled trials involving patients diagnosed with knee osteoarthritis. The study compared arthroscopic surgery to various conservative treatments such as physical therapy, pharmacologic interventions, and placebo. Pooled outcomes of interest included pain relief, functional recovery (WOMAC and SF-36), and patient satisfaction. Resul...
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