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The In-Season Athlete with a Meniscus Tear: How I ...
The In-Season Athlete with a Meniscus Tear: How I Manage
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The video discussed the management of athletes with meniscus tears. The presenter discussed the anatomy of the meniscus, how these injuries present, different tear types, treatment options, and clinical results. They mentioned that the medial meniscus transmits more load than the lateral meniscus and that the tear types vary between traumatic tears in young athletes and degenerative tears in older patients. Treatment options include conservative measures for certain tear types and surgical options for others. The presenter also discussed different surgical techniques for meniscus repair and highlighted the importance of considering various factors when deciding on treatment. The video concluded with a discussion on clinical outcomes, return to sport rates, and the role of team physicians.
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Dr. Kelechi Okoroha
Keywords
meniscus tears
treatment options
surgical techniques
clinical outcomes
athlete management
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