Meniscus Allograft Transplantation

Meniscus allograft transplantation restores knee function and alleviates pain in symptomatic patients with irreparable meniscus loss, particularly in younger individuals without advanced arthritis. Surgical techniques such as bone bridge, bone plug, and all-soft tissue aim to replicate native meniscus root attachments for optimal biomechanical restoration and graft stability. Clinical outcomes and return to sport rates are generally quite favorable, with no clear advantage of one technique over the others. Debate continues about proper methods for tissue processing, sizing, and rehabilitation protocols; ultimately, the choice often relies on the surgeon's preference and graft availability.