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Arthroscopic Meniscectomy-Minimally Invasive Arthroscopic Surgery for Torn Meniscus Cartilage in the Knee.

Edited By: Carol C. Teitz, M.D.
Last updated Wednesday, January 12, 2005

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Arthroscopic Meniscectomy - MRI showing a torn meniscus

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What are the key points about arthroscopic meniscectomy-minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery for torn meniscus cartilage in the knee?

Arthroscopic meniscectomy is an outpatient minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat a torn meniscus cartilage in the knee. The meniscus is often torn as a result of sport-related injury in athletic individuals. Only the torn segment of the meniscus is removed. Some patients require assistance from physical therapists postoperatively. The average time of return to all activities is 4-6 weeks after the surgery.

Surgery for Torn Meniscus Cartilage in the Knee at the University of Washington

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