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Biomechanical Reinforcement of a Bucket-handle Lateral Meniscus Tear Using Circumferential Fiber Augmentation: A Case
Woon-Hwa Jung1, Abbas Bhatia1, Rahul Singh1
1Department of Orthopedics, Murup Hospital, Changwon, South Korea.
Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports
|January 9, 2026
Summary
This study presents a novel technique for repairing complex lateral meniscus bucket-handle tears in athletes with discoid menisci. The circumferential fiber augmentation (CFA) technique enhances repair strength and promotes healing, reducing reinjury risk.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Sports Medicine
- Knee Biomechanics
Background:
- Bucket-handle tears of the lateral meniscus (LM) are uncommon, especially in young athletes with discoid menisci.
- Restoring meniscal hoop tension is crucial for functional recovery and preventing re-injury after LM tears.
