Anterior Root Tear of the Meniscus: A Report of Two Cases

Menisci are crescent-shaped fibrocartilagenous structures that increase the tibiofemoral congruity, act as shock absorbers, and provide secondary anteroposterior stability. The root tears affect the biomechanical integrity of the whole meniscus, simulating a total meniscectomy, which can lead to early degeneration of the joint. Most of the root tears affect the posterior part rather than the anterior root. Very few reports have been described in the literature regarding anterior root tears and repairs. We present two such patients with anterior meniscal root tears, one of the lateral meniscus and one of the medial meniscus.