Meniscus

Combined Rip-Stop and Transtibial Pull-out Technique for Lateral Meniscus Radial Repairs


Authors:

Morgan D. Homan, D.O., Nicholas I. Kennedy, M.D., Christopher M. LaPrade, M.D., and Robert F. LaPrade, M.D., Ph.D.

Abstract:

Radial tears of the meniscus disrupt circumferential fibers that allow for the dispersion of axial tibiofemoral forces. Both nonoperative treatment and  meniscectomy carry increased risk of early-onset degeneration of the joint because of decreased contact surface […]

Combined Rip-Stop and Transtibial Pull-out Technique for Lateral Meniscus Radial Repairs

ACL Injury With Meniscus Ramp Lesion


Full Title:

ACL injury with meniscus ramp lesion in 24-year-old professional athlete

Authors:

Mark E. Cinque, MD, MS, Christopher M. LaPrade, MD, Gilbert Moatshe, MD, PhD, Robert F. LaPrade, MD, PhD

Abstract:

A 24-year-old male professional soccer player sustained an acute twisting injury during match play. He presented 1 week later and reported having acute right knee swelling […]

ACL Injury With Meniscus Ramp Lesion

Over One-Third of Patients With Multiligament Knee Injuries and an Intact ACL: Ramp Lesions


Authors:

Jay Moran B.S., Christopher A. Schneble M.D., Lee D. Katz M.D., Andrew E. Jimenez M.D., William McLaughlin M.D., Kinjal Vasavada B.S., Annie Wang M.D., Kyle N. Kunze M.D.,  Jorge Chahla MD, Ph.D., Robert F. LaPrade M.D., Ph.D., Michael J. Alaia M.D., Michael J. Medvecky M.D.

Abstract:

Purpose

To determine the […]

Over One-Third of Patients With Multiligament Knee Injuries and an Intact ACL: Ramp Lesions

Shuttling Technique for Directed Fibrin Clot


Authors:

Ariel N. Rodriguez, M.D., M.S., Hailee Reist, M.D., Daniel J. Liechti, M.D., Andrew G. Geeslin, M.D., and Robert F. LaPrade, M.D., Ph.D.

Abstract:

More meniscus tears are being repaired because this has been shown to delay the onset of osteoarthritis compared with partial meniscectomy. However, there still remains a subset of tears that may be […]

Shuttling Technique for Directed Fibrin Clot

Primary Fixation…Single-Stitch…Meniscal Repair of Tears


Primary Fixation and Cyclic Performance of Single-Stitch All-Inside and Inside-Out Meniscal Devices for Repairing Vertical Longitudinal Meniscal Tears

Authors:

Samuel Bachmaier, MSc, Aaron J. Krych, MD , Patrick A. Smith, MD, Mirco Herbort, MD, Daniel Ritter, MSc, Robert F. LaPrade,|MD, PhD, and Coen A. Wijdicks, PhD, MBA
Investigation performed at the Arthrex Department of Orthopedic Research, Munich, […]

Primary Fixation…Single-Stitch…Meniscal Repair of Tears

Combined Meniscus Repair and ACL Reconstruction


Authors:

Ariel N. Rodriguez, M.S., Robert F. LaPrade, M.D., Ph.D., and Andrew G. Geeslin, M.D

Abstract:

Meniscal tear patterns associated with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears, such as root tears and ramp lesions are common but less easily recognized on magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) compared with a complete radial tear or a locked bucket-handle tear. Timely […]

Combined Meniscus Repair and ACL Reconstruction

The Natural History of Medial Meniscal Root Tears


The Natural History of Medial Meniscal Root Tears: A Biomechanical and Clinical Case Perspective

Authors:

Robert F. LaPrade, Edward R. Floyd, Ariel N. Rodriguez, Kari L. Falaas, Gregory B. Carlson, Jorge Chahla, and Andrew G. Geeslin

Abstract:

Posterior medial meniscus root tears (PMMRTs) make up a relatively notable proportion of all meniscus pathology […]

The Natural History of Medial Meniscal Root Tears

The Future of Meniscus Science: International Expert Consensus


Authors:

Nicholas N. DePhillipo, Robert F. LaPrade, MD, PhD, Stefano Zaffagnini, Caroline Mouton, Romain Seil, and Philippe Beaufils

Abstract:

Purpose:

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the main focus areas for research and development for furthering the state of meniscus science in 2021.

Methods:

An electronic survey including 10 questions was sent in a blind fashion to the […]

The Future of Meniscus Science: International Expert Consensus

Arthroscopic-Assisted Lateral Meniscal Allograft Transplantation With Open Ligamentous Extra-Articular Tenodesis


Authors:

Edward R. Floyd M.S, Gregory B. Carlson M.D., Robert F. LaPrade M.D., Ph.D

Abstract:

Lateral meniscus allograft transplantation is performed in predominantly young, active patients and is an option to stabilize the joint in lateral meniscus–deficient patients after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction. The lateral meniscus functions as an important restraint to anterior tibial translation, and meniscal […]

Arthroscopic-Assisted Lateral Meniscal Allograft Transplantation With Open Ligamentous Extra-Articular Tenodesis

Meniscal Root Tears: Solving the Silent Epidemic


Authors:

Robert F. LaPrade​, Edward R. Floyd, Gregory B. Carlson, Gilbert Moatshe, Jorge Chahla, Jill K. Monson

Abstract:

In this review article, the authors describe the most current knowledge surrounding meniscal root tears with a primary focus on diagnosis, management, and implications for the health of the knee joint. Historically overlooked or treated with meniscectomy, meniscal root […]

Meniscal Root Tears: Solving the Silent Epidemic
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