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Meniscal Repair: Reconsidering Indications, Techniques, and Biologic Augmentation.
- Source :
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Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, American Volume . 7/19/2017, Vol. 99 Issue 14, p1222-1231. 10p. - Publication Year :
- 2017
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Abstract
- The article discusses the function and anatomy of the themeniscus, examines the implications of meniscectomy and evaluates the surgical techniques and results after meniscal repair. Topics include the significant role of the menisci in load-bearing and shock absorption, the limited healing capacity of meniscus, and various factors that affect the healing of the meniscus such as poor vascularity and acellularity.
- Subjects :
- *MENISCUS injuries
*MENISCUS surgery
*MENISCECTOMY
*WOUND healing
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00219355
- Volume :
- 99
- Issue :
- 14
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery, American Volume
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 125626688
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.2106/JBJS.17.00297