Any known cures

[losey]

I have been diagnosed with fibrous ankylosis after a partial knee replacement (titanium) in May of 2006.  The pain continued during therapy so after an exploratory type surgery they found massive scar tissue and removed it but 3 weeks later it grew back even larger.  My doctor is very competent knee specialiast and sports doctor and I trust his diagnosis but want to search every medical area on this diagnosis and see if there is something new that has developed. The pain is consistant and the mobility is about 85%.  Would appreciate any comments.  Thanks.

[Kevin Pho, MD]

Fibrous ankylosis can be difficult to treat.  Injection of steroids, or trigger point injections with lidocaine can be of benefit.  Depending on the extent, surgical options can be considered as well.  

You can consider another orthopedic opinion to further discuss treatment options, preferably at a major academic medical center.

Another consideration would be a plastic surgery referral.  

Followup with your personal physician is essential.

This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.

Kevin, M.D.
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[losey]

Does only one doctor answer these inquiries?  I was under the assumption that it was open to many medical possibilities?   Sally Losey