Patient's own tissue can be transplanted in advanced meniscus loss
In advanced meniscus loss, joint health is protected by transplanting special structures created from the patient's own tendon tissue.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Erdinç Genç from Medipol Bahçelievler University Hospital announced that in advanced meniscus losses, structures created from the patient's own tendon tissue can be successfully transplanted and this method offers an important treatment option.
The Role of the Meniscus in Joint Health
The meniscus acts as a shock absorber in cars by evenly distributing the pressure between the femur and the tibia in the knee joint, preventing the bones from contacting each other.
Primary Goal is to Protect Natural Tissue
Experts state that in tears requiring surgery, they first try to repair the natural tissue, but in multi-fragmented and severely damaged cases, it may be necessary to remove the meniscus.
New Generation Transplantation Methods and Patient's Own Tissue
In cases where the meniscus cannot be preserved, meniscus-like structures prepared from the patient's own tendon tissues are transplanted into the damaged area, alongside cadaver transplants.
Key Advantages Offered by the Method
Meniscus transplantation produced from the patient's own tissue is increasingly preferred, especially in multi-ligament injuries, thanks to its high accessibility and cost advantage.
Surgical Process and Recovery Stages
Following closed surgeries lasting approximately 1.5 to 2 hours, patients can walk comfortably within a month and return to sports activities with appropriate physical therapy.