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Lateral discoid menisci in children.
G Bellier1, J Y Dupont, M Larrain
1Marais Clinic, Paris, France.
Summary
Snapping knee syndrome in children often indicates a discoid meniscus. Arthroscopic meniscectomy effectively treated 19 cases of torn lateral discoid meniscus in children, resolving symptoms in most patients.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
- Knee Surgery
Background:
- Snapping knee syndrome in children can be indicative of discoid menisci.
- A torn lateral discoid meniscus may present as a loss of physiological knee hyperextension.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of arthroscopic meniscectomy for treating lateral discoid menisci in pediatric patients.
- To assess the resolution of snapping knee symptoms following surgical intervention.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 16 children (19 knees) with lateral discoid menisci underwent arthroscopic meniscectomy.
- Follow-up assessments were conducted up to 3 years post-surgery.
Main Results:
- Excellent outcomes were achieved in 18 out of 19 treated lateral discoid menisci.
- The snapping sensation during knee flexion disappeared in the majority of cases.
Conclusions:
- Arthroscopic meniscectomy is a highly effective treatment for symptomatic lateral discoid menisci in children.
- The procedure leads to significant improvement and resolution of snapping knee symptoms.