IC 101-2023: A Case Based Approach for Meniscus Repair and Transplantation: Discussing Up to Date Indications, Techniques, and Biologic Augmentation-IC 101 - A Case Based Approach for Meniscus Repair and Transplantation: Discussing Up to Date Indications, Techniques, and Biologic Augmentation (7/8)

IC 101 - A Case Based Approach for Meniscus Repair and Transplantation: Discussing Up to Date Indications, Techniques, and Biologic Augmentation (7/8)

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The video transcript discusses the topic of bucket handle tears in the knee, specifically focusing on a case of a 26-year-old professional MMA fighter. The speaker discusses the different techniques that can be used to repair the tear, including an all-inside technique. They also mention the use of vertical mattress sutures above and below the meniscus. The speaker shows the final outcome of the repair, which did not use any biological augments. However, after returning to fighting, the fighter's knee starts to lock, raising the question of what to do next. The discussion then shifts to whether to repair or remove the meniscus tear and the challenges involved in decision making. Various studies and outcomes related to meniscus repairs and the potential for failure are also mentioned. The importance of meticulous repair and the stability of the repair is emphasized.

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Laith Jazrawi, MD

Keywords

bucket handle tears

knee

MMA fighter

meniscus tear repair

decision making