Knee Surgery Doesn't Improve Outcomes, but We Still Do A LOT of Them

The video discusses the ineffectiveness of arthroscopic surgery for knee arthritis and meniscal tears, highlighting a clinical trial that found no significant difference between surgery and exercise therapy. New guidelines recommend against arthroscopy for most patients, emphasizing the need for data collection as a quality metric. Knee replacement remains an option for severe cases. The video is supported by viewers through Patreon.

What is the average cost of arthroscopic surgeries for knee issues in the United States?

• $15,000

• $5,000

• $2,000

• $10,000

What were the two treatments compared in the study published in the BMJ?

• Supervised exercise therapy and medication

• Arthroscopic surgery and supervised exercise therapy

• Arthroscopic surgery and medication

• Arthroscopic surgery and knee replacement

What was the main outcome measure used in the study to assess the effectiveness of the treatments?

• Recovery time index

• Cost-effectiveness ratio

• Knee injury and osteoarthritis outcomes score

• Patient satisfaction score

What did the panel of experts recommend regarding the use of arthroscopy?

• It should be the first line of treatment

• It should be used only for athletes

• It should be avoided in most patients

• It should be used for all patients with knee issues

For which patients is knee replacement surgery reserved?

• Patients who prefer surgery over therapy

• Patients with the most severe disease

• Patients with moderate knee issues

• Patients with mild knee pain