[Arthroscopic surgery: meniscus refixation and meniscus healing].

Area of Science:

• Orthopedic Surgery
• Sports Medicine
• Regenerative Medicine

Background:

• The meniscus plays a crucial role in knee joint stability.
• Meniscectomy can lead to negative long-term effects.
• Certain meniscus tears have good healing potential if revascularized.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the clinical outcomes of meniscus repair for specific tear types.
• To assess the efficacy of the inside-out technique in meniscus reconstruction.

Main Methods:

• This study involved 54 patients undergoing meniscus repair.
• The inside-out technique was utilized for longitudinal-vertical tears (>1.5 cm) within the 3-mm meniscal zone.
• Clinical results were assessed through subjective and objective examinations.

Main Results:

• The study focused on 52 patients who underwent meniscus repair.
• 92% of patients experienced good to very good clinical results.
• The inside-out technique proved effective for the specified tear type.

Conclusions:

• Meniscus repair using the inside-out technique is a viable option for specific longitudinal-vertical tears.
• High success rates indicate the potential for successful knee meniscus reconstruction.
• Further research could explore adjunctive therapies to enhance healing.