Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which doctor should I see for meniscectomy?An orthopedic surgeon should be consulted for meniscectomy.
2. What are the conditions whose symptoms are confused for those of torn menisci?
The symptoms of ligament tears and knee arthritis are often confused for those of torn menisci.
3. What is the difference between the procedures of meniscectomy and meniscal repair?
During meniscectomy, the torn part of the meniscus is trimmed off. On the other hand, in meniscal repair, an attempt is made to fix the torn part in its place. Meniscal repair is usually done if the tear is in the outer one-third vascular part of the meniscus. It is not successful if it is done in the inner part due to lack of blood vessels.
