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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Knee Injuries

Background:

  • Isolated meniscal injuries are common, particularly in young adults involved in military training and contact sports.
  • Delayed presentation for treatment is frequent, impacting initial knee function scores.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the arthroscopic management of isolated meniscal knee injuries.
  • To assess the outcomes of different meniscectomy techniques based on tear patterns.
  • To determine patient satisfaction and functional recovery post-surgery.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 50 cases with isolated meniscal knee injuries managed arthroscopically.
  • Classification of meniscal tears by pattern and extent.
  • Surgical intervention included partial, subtotal, or total meniscectomy.
  • Functional outcomes assessed using the Lysholm knee score at baseline, 6 months, and 1 year.
  • Patient satisfaction evaluated at 1-year follow-up.

Main Results:

  • The majority of patients (56%) were aged 25-35 years, with injuries often linked to military training or sports (80%).
  • Medial meniscal lesions (74%) were most common, frequently presenting as longitudinal tears (40%).
  • Partial meniscectomy was the most common procedure (60%), showing the best patient satisfaction (82%) and functional scores at one year.

Conclusions:

  • Arthroscopic management of isolated meniscal knee injuries can lead to significant functional improvement.
  • Partial meniscectomy appears to be the most effective surgical approach for achieving optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction.
  • Early diagnosis and treatment may further enhance recovery, although delayed presentations still show positive results with appropriate surgical intervention.