Table 5.

Advantages and Disadvantages of Arthroscopic Arthroplasty for Knee Osteoarthritis

Advantages

The pain-relieving mechanisms of joint replacement can be realized through arthroscopic arthroplasty to avoid the placement of an artificial joint.

The stability and soft-tissue balance of the knee are maintained.

Synovitis can be better relieved through an arthroscopic procedure.

Disadvantages

Arthroscopic arthroplasty is time-consuming and technically challenging.

Relatively severe and prolonged postoperative edema occurs quite often.