Journal article
Suture Repair versus Arrow Repair for Symptomatic Meniscus Tears of the Knee: A Systematic Review
Abstract
A healthy meniscus is important for normal function of the knee. Numerous studies support that the repair of a torn meniscus is important to prevent degenerative changes in the knee. The ability to repair torn menisci is based on several factors including location, tear orientation, chronicity, and concomitant ligamentous knee injuries. In this systematic review, meniscal repair technology is evaluated. Specifically, the retear rates are …
Authors
Peterson D; Chan K; Javidan A; Gandhi R; Ayeni O
Journal
The Journal of Knee Surgery, Vol. 25, No. 05, pp. 397–402
Publisher
Thieme
Publication Date
November 2012
DOI
10.1055/s-0032-1313752
ISSN
1538-8506