My mom has been dealing with severe knee pain, and we're considering knee replacement surgery. She also has diabetes, though it's well-controlled. Can you help me understand the costs involved for this surgery in Mumbai, both in private and government hospitals? I'd really appreciate a breakdown of: - Pre and post-hospitalization expenses - The cost difference between Indian and international knee replacement materials - An estimate of the doctor's fees - The best health insurance plan with the shortest waiting period for this procedure Just trying to plan everything properly before we move forward.

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Please first do appropriate investigation under the advice of a rheumatologist and determine if knee replacement is the solution to her problem. Diabetics have inherently higher risks in surgeries especially involving prosthetic devices and implants. And if you do decide on replacement consult an orthopaedic surgeon for the same

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Answered 14/08/2025

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