Arthroscopy Joint Lavage and Beck Perforations for the Treatment of Osteoarthritis of the Knee

Abstract

Introduction: Conditions such as osteoarthritis represent a major health problem and displeasure in our population of older adults. The objective of the work is to evaluate the effectiveness of joint lavage and Beck perforations for painful knee osteoarthritis. Method:A longitudinal prospective pre-experimental study was carried out for 10 years, the study population consisted of patients with symptomatic osteoarthritis. A non-probabilistic sampling by criteria was used. Results:The largest number of operated patients belong to the group aged between 60 and 69 years, with obvious improvement in the first year but that decreases over time, two years after surgery, 50% or more report feeling well. Conclusion:Surgery for osteoarthritis in the knee through simple procedures can be performed and improve the quality of life of the elderly, with satisfactory results in a limited time.