Question 1

i have a broad horizontal tear of anterior horn of right lateral meniscus extending to apex of capsular surface. va refusing to treat. going on 3 years. low quality of life. what will happen if this is not surgically repaired?

Accepted Answer

Did they say why?: Did your doctor(s) at the VA say why they "refuse" to treat you?  Do they think the risks outweigh the benefits? Have they offered physical therapy or other alternatives to surgery?  Without treatment, your symptoms will continue &amp; likely get worse. Internal damage to the knee (with or w/o surgery) can contribute to arthritis. You need answers to these questions! Please ask!  Best wishes.

Question 2

there is a apical truncation of the free edge of the body of the medial meniscus with some medial extrusion no tear seen what does this mean? help

Accepted Answer

Osteoarthritis: This is typically seen with osteoarthritis.  As the joint space narrows the meniscus can be extruded or pushed out of the joint space.  You should be evaluated by an orthopedist if you are having pain.  There are several treatment options including physical therapy, nsaid's, and injections.

Question 3

radial tear of the posterior horn of the medial meniscus, involving its inner half.  degenerative change of the body of the medial meniscus also noted.  the prominent high signal seen posterior and posteromedial to the medial meniscus is suggestive of men

Accepted Answer

Arthroscopic surgery: Tears in the medial meniscus can be repaired, the torn piece removed, through  arthroscopic surgery.  It is much superior to open knee surgery.  A good orthopedist can also clean up some of the degenerative changes in the knee during the procedure.  General anesthesia not necessary.  Recovery can be difficult and sometimes prolonged, but the long term results should be well worth it.

Question 4

meniscus tear surgery 3 mos ago. very painful still. new mri says horizontal tear into undersurface of posterior horn and body seen. surgery again?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: It is important to review the first surgery with your dr.  What he found and did. Not all MRI Are exactly what they seem.

Question 5

small parameniscal cyst seen of the posterior horn/body junction of
the medial meniscus. would this cause pain during squating and climbing stairs?

Accepted Answer

Yes: A parameniscal cyst usually forms as a result of a meniscal tear...it is likely that the pain you have is coming more from the meniscal tear rather than the cyst itself.  If the pain persists the treatment may involve an arthroscopy and trimming of the meniscal tear.

Question 6

small parameniscal cyst seen of the posterior horn/body junction of
the medial meniscus no tear seen in mri. can't run , squat. is surgery the answer?

Accepted Answer

Probably : The presence of a parameniscal cyst usually implies the meniscus is at least damaged. Not to mention causing pain. Best consult with an orthopedic surgeon for your options

Question 7

can meniscus tear be seen on xray? how is it confirmed?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: A meniscus tear is an injury to the cartilage that pads the knee joint.  Regular xrays are helpful to rule out other causes of your pain i.e. Fracture), but the best imaging test is an MRI of the knee.

Question 8

bf had meniscus surgery, now has synovial fluid leaking?

Accepted Answer

Synovial Fistula: A rare complication of arthroscopic surgery is a synovial fistula, where the synovial fluid of the knee leaks from the incision site.  Close monitoring by the surgeon is required to make sure this is not an infection or becoming an infection.

Question 9

mri report says radial tear body is in inner third and potentially middle third body segment lateral meniscus?

Accepted Answer

Cartilage damage: Discuss and get physical exam from an orthopedic surgeon that can assess whether surgery may be needed.

Question 10

what do you suggest if my mri says that i have a horizontal tear in the body of the lateral meniscus is shown do i need surgery?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if...: If you have meniscal tear symptoms ( pain, catching , swelling) esp. w / twisting , pivoting or squatting and the MRI is well done than knee arthroscopy can be very helpful for horizontal, cleavage tears of the lateral meniscus. This type of tear is commonly seen w/ Bakers' cysts.See an experienced arthroscopist. Best of Luck!

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I have a broad horizontal tear of anterior horn of right lateral meniscus extending to apex of capsular surface. va refusing to treat. going on 3 years. low quality of life. what will happen if this is not surgically repaired?

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There is a apical truncation of the free edge of the body of the medial meniscus with some medial extrusion no tear seen what does this mean? help

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Radial tear of the posterior horn of the medial meniscus, involving its inner half. degenerative change of the body of the medial meniscus also noted. the prominent high signal seen posterior and posteromedial to the medial meniscus is suggestive of men

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Meniscus tear surgery 3 mos ago. very painful still. new mri says horizontal tear into undersurface of posterior horn and body seen. surgery again?

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Small parameniscal cyst seen of the posterior horn/body junction of the medial meniscus. would this cause pain during squating and climbing stairs?

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Small parameniscal cyst seen of the posterior horn/body junction of the medial meniscus no tear seen in mri. can't run , squat. is surgery the answer?

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Can meniscus tear be seen on xray? how is it confirmed?

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Bf had meniscus surgery, now has synovial fluid leaking?

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Mri report says radial tear body is in inner third and potentially middle third body segment lateral meniscus?

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What do you suggest if my mri says that i have a horizontal tear in the body of the lateral meniscus is shown do i need surgery?

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