12 Bankart Repair Doctors in Delhi

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Bankart Repair?

Bankart repair is the surgical repair of the ligaments of the unstable shoulder joint. The shoulder joint instability can occur due to traumatic or atraumatic joint dislocation due to events like accidents, contact sports, arthritis, etc.

What are the indications of Bankart Repair?

Bankart Repair is indicated in the following conditions:

1. Shoulder Joint Dislocation
2. Rotator Cuff Repair
3. Traumatic or Atraumatic Shoulder 
4. Joint Instability
5. Impingement of the shoulder joint

Who are the best surgeons to perform Bankart Repair?

A Certified and trained Orthopedic surgeon and an Orthopedic doctor who is well experienced in performing Bankart Repair can perform this surgery.

What is the cost of Bankart Repair?

Minimum cost for Bankart Repair in Delhi starts from Rs. 68,250

Average expenses for Bankart Repair in Delhi is approximately Rs. 93,450

Maximum amount to be paid for Bankart Repair in Delhi rises up to Rs. 1,68,000.

Cost of Bankart Repair depends on factors such as:

1. Admission fee
2. Doctor fee
3. Age of the patient
4. The medical condition of the patient
5. Post-surgical complications that are involved
6. Type of Hospital
7. The admission room that you opted for
8. Any other lab tests or examination tests such as X-ray, ECG, etc

Is Bankart Repair a major surgery or minor surgery?

Bankart Repair is major surgery as it involves in the incisions at the shoulder region, repairing and reattaching the ligaments and tendons in shoulder Ball and Socket Joint.

What are the risks and complications associated with Bankart Repair?

Risks and Complications associated with Bankart Repair are:

1. Nerve damage
2. Recurrent Shoulder Dislocations
3. Damage to the Shoulder cartilage
4. Arthritis
5. Stiffness of the joint
6. Inadequate joint rehabilitation

How long does it take to complete Bankart Repair?

The overall time taken for Bankart repair surgery maybe around 2-3 hours.

What is the recovery time for Bankart Repair?

Individuals who undergo Bankart Repair may take 1-3 months to recover completely.

What is the success rate of Bankart Repair?

The success rate of Bankart Repair depends on the following factors: 

1. Age of the patient
2. The medical condition of the patient
3. Experience of the surgeon
4. Type of surgery or procedure performed

However, the success rate of Bankart Repair maybe 90%

What are the long-term results of Bankart Repair?

Few of the long term results of Bankart Repair are:

1. Restoring the joint movement
2. Symptomatic relief from pain and discomfort
3. Reduced difficulty in performing daily activities

Can Bankart Repair be detected in the future?

Depending on the type of Bankart repair performed (Arthroscopic or Open), the surgery may or may not be detected in the future.

What are the options if Bankart Repair fails?

In case of a failed Bankart Repair Surgery, The doctor may suggest a revision surgery.

What are the alternatives for Bankart Repair?

Few of the alternatives of Bankart Repair are:

1. Use of Shoulder support braces
2. Physiotherapy
3. Medications