Introduction Initial treatment of most meniscus tears involves either excision or repair to prevent further propagation. The medial meniscus bears 40% of the tibiofemoral load, whereas the lateral meniscus bears 70% of the load. With a better understanding of the…
Introduction The paradigm change in the operative treatment of meniscal injuries from meniscectomy to repair when possible has significantly transformed the management of these injuries. A better understanding of the important roles of the meniscus and the devastating consequences of…
Introduction Knee arthroscopy is one of the most commonly performed procedures in the United States, with partial meniscectomy reported as the most frequently performed arthroscopic procedure. Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure with low morbidity; however, complication rates have been…