IC 208-2023: All You Need to Know about Meniscus Preservation-IC 208 - All You Need to Know about Meniscus Preservation (2/5)

IC 208 - All You Need to Know about Meniscus Preservation (2/5)

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Video Summary

In this video, Dr. Aaron Crichlow discusses the topic of meniscus root tears and their treatment options. He begins by talking about the journey in understanding root tears over the past decade, including the recognition of their existence and diagnosing them in patients. He discusses the natural progression of untreated knee injuries and the poor outcomes associated with meniscectomy. Dr. Crichlow then shares his research findings on the success of meniscus root repairs, particularly when combined with centralization techniques. He emphasizes the importance of treating extrusion in these cases and discusses the potential benefits of arthroscopic centralization. He also mentions the role of malalignment in these injuries and the need for careful patient selection. Dr. Crichlow concludes by acknowledging that further research is needed to fully understand and refine treatment options for meniscus root tears.

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Aaron Krych, MD

Keywords

meniscus root tears

treatment options

diagnosing

meniscectomy

centralization techniques

extrusion