Meniscus tears (Tear - meniscus, Knee injury - meniscus, Knee cartilage tear)

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Meniscus tears

Alternate Names : Tear - meniscus, Knee injury - meniscus, Knee cartilage tear

Definition

Meniscus tears refer to a tear in the shock-absorbing cartilage (meniscus) of the knee.

Overview & Considerations

The meniscus is a C-shaped piece of cartilage. Cartilage is found in certain joints and forms a buffer between the bones to protect the joint. The meniscus serves as a shock-absorption system, assists in lubricating the joint, and limits the ability to flex and extend the joint.

Causes

Meniscal tears are most commonly caused by twisting or over-flexing the joint.

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Arthroscopy

Meniscal tears

Knee arthroscopy - series
Knee arthroscopy - series

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Review Date : 5/12/2008
Reviewed By : Thomas N. Joseph, MD, Private Practice specializing in Orthopaedics, subspecialty Foot and Ankle, Camden Bone & Joint, Camden, SC. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

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