Medial Meniscus Posterior Root Repair Using a Transtibial Technique
The meniscal roots are critical in maintaining the normal shock absorbing function of the meniscus. If a meniscal root tear is left untreated, meniscal extrusion can occur rendering the meniscus nonfunctional resulting in degenerative arthritis. Two main repair techniques are described: (1) suture a...
Main Authors: | Jarret M. Woodmass, M.D., F.R.C.S.C., Rohith Mohan, B.A., Michael J. Stuart, M.D., Aaron J. Krych, M.D. |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2017-06-01
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Series: | Arthroscopy Techniques |
Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212628717300026 |
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