Meniscus root tears: state of the art

Int Orthop. 2024 Apr;48(4):955-964. doi: 10.1007/s00264-024-06092-w. Epub 2024 Jan 23.

Abstract

Background: Meniscus root tears represent significant pathology that, historically, has been underdiagnosed and undertreated. However, the recognition of their clinical and functional significance has recently surged, mainly due to their frequent association with anterior cruciate ligament injuries.

Aim: This comprehensive review discusses various aspects of meniscal root tears, including their epidemiology, biomechanics, etiology, clinical and radiological findings, classification, management and surgical techniques.

Keywords: Anterior root; Knee; Meniscus root; Posterior root; Root repair.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries* / surgery
  • Arthroscopy / methods
  • Humans
  • Knee Injuries* / diagnostic imaging
  • Knee Injuries* / surgery
  • Menisci, Tibial / diagnostic imaging
  • Menisci, Tibial / surgery
  • Meniscus*
  • Tibial Meniscus Injuries* / diagnostic imaging
  • Tibial Meniscus Injuries* / surgery