Meniscal tears can be either traumatic or degenerative in nature. Meniscal tears are uncommon in persons under 10 years of age, but become increasingly common during and after adolescence. [1 ...

Total meniscectomy has been shown to be detrimental to the knee, and most surgeons now recommend meniscal repair or partial meniscectomy for meniscal tears. The menisci have important functions in ...

The menisci of the knee are important load sharers and shock absorbers in the joint. Meniscal tears are common, and whenever possible meniscal tears should be surgically repaired. Meniscectomy leads ...

This study assessed the incidence of generalised ligament laxity in patients presented with meniscal injuries. Prospective data were collected for 33 patients undergoing meniscal surgery, and a ...