2021 Annual Meeting Knee Access Pass-Surgical Technique Spotlight: Meniscus Root Repair (video)

Surgical Technique Spotlight: Meniscus Root Repair (video)

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Video Summary

In this video, the speaker discusses the current technique for meniscus root repair and the importance of recognizing and repairing root tears. They mention that non-operative management and partial meniscectomy are not effective and can lead to poor clinical outcomes and progressive arthritis. The speaker presents their preferred surgical technique, which involves centralizing the mid-third of the meniscus, repairing the root with a posterior horn socket and trans-tibial suture fixation. They also talk about the steps involved in the procedure, including creating an adequate exposure, releasing the meniscus tibial ligament, and inserting a knotless suture anchor. The speaker concludes by mentioning the need for clinical validation of the technique. Credits are given to the colleague Aaron for their contributions.

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Dr. Michael Stuart

Keywords

meniscus root repair

root tears

surgical technique

clinical validation

Aaron