Meniscal lesions associated with anterior cruciate ligament injury

R. F. Warren; I. M. Levy

doi:10.1097/00003086-198301000-00008

Meniscal lesions associated with anterior cruciate ligament injury

R. F. Warren, I. M. Levy

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Abstract

The menisci frequently are injured during anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury or degenerate in a period of several years. The meniscus, in addition to transferring force across the joint, prevents tibial displacement on the femur if the ACL is injured. Ten per cent to 30% of the peripheral meniscus has circulation; healing can occur if a tear communicates with this region. Arthroscopic partial meniscectomy in irreparable tears can be helpful in some patients with meniscus-derived complaints. Total meniscectomy should be avoided in ACL insufficient knees when possible. Accurate meniscal reattachment with ligamentous reconstruction should restore knee stability.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	32-37
Number of pages	6
Journal	Clinical orthopaedics and related research
Volume	No. 172
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1097/00003086-198301000-00008
State	Published - 1983
Externally published	Yes

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Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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