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Meniscal root repair with centralization effectively treats extruded tears, improving pain and function while preventing osteoarthritis progression. This technique restores the meniscus, preserving joint health.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Knee Biomechanics

Background:

  • Medial meniscal root tears with extrusion can lead to cartilage loss if untreated.
  • Meniscotibial ligament disruption is a precursor to these tears.
  • Meniscal centralization aims to prevent further joint damage.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a case of medial meniscal root tear with extrusion.
  • To detail the technique for meniscal centralization.
  • To highlight the benefits of this surgical approach.

Main Methods:

  • Arthroscopic repair of the medial meniscal root tear.
  • Open submeniscal arthrotomy for meniscal centralization.
  • Placement of two double-loaded anchors for suture fixation.
  • Suture passage through the meniscal body and capsule for centralization.

Main Results:

  • The described technique successfully centralized the extruded meniscus.
  • Meniscal root repair with centralization shows significant improvements in pain and function.
  • This approach is associated with no significant progression of osteoarthritis.

Conclusions:

  • Medial meniscal centralization is a safe and effective open surgical technique.
  • An open approach allows for precise anchor placement and near-anatomic repair.
  • This procedure can restore meniscal function and preserve knee joint health.