Posterior meniscal root injuries
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ABSTRACT — Meniscal root tears (MRTs) are defined as radial tears within 1 cm of the meniscal root insertion, or an avulsion of the insertion of the meniscus. These injuries change joint loading due to failure of the meniscus to convert axial loads into hoop stresses, resulting in joint overloading and degenerative changes in the knee. Meniscal root repair is recommended in patients without advanced osteoarthritis (Outerbridge 3–4), in order to restore joint congruence and loading and therefore to avoid the long-term effect of joint overloading. Several techniques have been described. Improved knee function has been reported after meniscal root repair, but there are still conflicting reports on whether surgical treatment can prevent osteoarthritis.Downloads
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2016-09-02
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Moatshe, G., Chahla, J., Slette, E., Engebretsen, L., & Laprade, R. F. (2016). Posterior meniscal root injuries. Acta Orthopaedica, 87(5), 452–458. https://doi.org/10.1080/17453674.2016.1202945
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