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A modified outside-in meniscal repair technique

J B O'Donnell1, C M Ruland, L J Ruland

  • 1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Union Memorial Hospital, Baltimore, MD 21218.

Arthroscopy : the Journal of Arthroscopic & Related Surgery : Official Publication of the Arthroscopy Association of North America and the International Arthroscopy Association
|January 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

A modified Outside-in meniscal repair technique offers a simple, reliable, and safe method for treating meniscal tears. This approach aims to improve patient outcomes and knee function.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Sports Medicine
  • Biomedical Engineering

Background:

  • Meniscal tears are common knee injuries.
  • Traditional meniscal repair techniques can be complex.
  • The Outside-in meniscal repair offers an alternative approach.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a modified Outside-in meniscal repair technique.
  • To evaluate the simplicity, reliability, and safety of this modified technique.

Main Methods:

  • A detailed description of the modified Outside-in meniscal repair procedure.
  • Review of clinical outcomes and complication rates associated with the technique.

Main Results:

  • The modified Outside-in meniscal repair technique is straightforward to perform.

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  • The technique demonstrated reliability in achieving meniscal healing.
  • The procedure was found to be safe with a low complication rate.

    • Conclusions:

    • The modified Outside-in meniscal repair is a simple, reliable, and safe option for treating meniscal tears.
    • This technique holds promise for improving patient outcomes in knee surgery.