Arthroscopic excision of the symptomatic discoid medial meniscus in one piece: a surgical technique

Arthroscopy. 2005 Dec;21(12):1515. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2005.09.012.

Abstract

We introduce a surgical technique of arthroscopic excision of the symptomatic discoid medial meniscus in one piece. Compared with other surgical techniques of partial meniscectomy, our technique has several advantages. It is easier, less aggressive, there is less formation of foreign bodies, and it is a time-saving technique.

MeSH terms

  • Arthroscopy / methods*
  • Humans
  • Menisci, Tibial / abnormalities
  • Menisci, Tibial / surgery*