A Comparative Study of Meniscectomy and Nonoperative Treatment for Degenerative Horizontal Tears of the Medial Meniscus

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Authors

Ji-Hyeon Yim

Jong‐Keun Seon · Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital

Eun Kyoo Song · Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital

Jun-Ik Choi · Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital

Mincheol Kim · Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital

Keun‐Bae Lee · Chonnam National University Hospital

Hyoung‐Yeon Seo · Chonnam National University Hospital

Abstract

There were no significant differences between arthroscopic meniscectomy and nonoperative management with strengthening exercises in terms of relief in knee pain, improved knee function, or increased satisfaction in patients after 2 years of follow-up.

Topics & Keywords

Knee injuries and reconstruction techniques Lower Extremity Biomechanics and Pathologies Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: The American Journal of Sports Medicine

Volume 41, Issue 7, pp. 1565-1570

DOI: 10.1177/0363546513488518

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