Comparing surgeries for repairing a torn meniscus in young patients (IMAGE)

Osaka Metropolitan University

Comparing surgeries for repairing a torn meniscus in young patients

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Surgical procedures for repairing a meniscus showing the resection area and tear (red). Left: subtotal resection to remove the damaged portion. Right: plastic suture to repair the tear and allow the meniscus to retain its normal shape.

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Yusuke Hashimoto, Osaka Metropolitan University

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