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Daniel J Stokes1, Tyler R Cram1, Renzo A Laynes1
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, Colorado, U.S.A.
Arthroscopy Techniques
|August 5, 2024
Summary
Meniscus root injuries worsen knee osteoarthritis. A simplified, knotless all-suture anchor technique offers an efficient and reproducible repair, potentially preserving joint function.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Biomedical engineering
- Sports medicine
Background:
- Meniscus root injuries increase tibiofemoral contact pressure, accelerating osteoarthritis.
- Timely meniscal root repair is crucial for restoring knee biomechanics and joint preservation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a simplified, efficient, and reproducible technique for posterior lateral meniscus root repair.
- To introduce the use of a retensionable knotless all-suture anchor for meniscal root fixation.
Main Methods:
- Description of a novel surgical technique for posterior lateral meniscus root repair.
- Utilizing a retensionable knotless all-suture anchor for anatomic fixation.
Main Results:
- The described technique aims for simplified, efficient, and reproducible outcomes.
- The knotless all-suture anchor facilitates secure and anatomic meniscal root fixation.
Conclusions:
- This technical note details a simplified approach to posterior lateral meniscus root repair.
- The retensionable knotless all-suture anchor technique offers a promising alternative for meniscal root fixation.
