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Posterior Peripheral Sutures in Meniscal Allograft Replacement

Year: 1999

Type: article

Abstract: In our experience, meniscal allograft transplantation does have a role after a total or a significant partial meniscectomy in young to middle-aged symptomatic patients. While the quality of the meniscal tissue is crucial to the success of the operation, it is equally important to duplicate the mechanical function of the original semilunar cartilage and assure a secure peripheral attachment of the meniscal implant. The technique for peripheral meniscal suture placement described in this article permits an easier and more secure attachment of the posterior third of the implant to the joint capsule.

Source: Arthroscopy The Journal of Arthroscopic and Related Surgery

DOI: 10.1053/ar.1999.v15.0150661

Authors: Jacques Menetrey, Deryk G. Jones, Lucio S. Ernlund, Freddie H. Fu

Institution: University of Pittsburgh

Language: English

Topic: Knee injuries and reconstruction techniques

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W2041196010

FWCI: 0.351

Cites: 23

Cited by: 19

Related to: 10