Question 1

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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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 2

a horizontal line of high signal intensity seen not extending to superior or inferior articular surface of posterior horn of medial meniscus but extend to meniscocapsular end...is this described as tear?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: MRI readings are never exact. This one is vague and indicates possible inside damage to the meniscus. When it does not extend to the superior or inferior articular surface then it is not a standard meniscal tear which does extend to one or both of those surfaces. This condition might be causing you problems, but arthroscopic surgery is not truly indicated unless your knee is locking. Good luck!

Question 3

how do i treat a grade 2 signal on posterior horn of medial meniscus?

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Exercise: Careful exercise. Anti-inflammatory medication. Possible injection.

Question 4

what kind of exercises can be done to treat a grade 2 signal on posterior horn of medial meniscus?

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Grade 2 signal: Start out with a no impact exercise like a bicycle or swimming.

Question 5

what does oedema of medial meniscus and slight signal increase in the posterior aspect of medial meniscus in a mri report mean?

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Translation: Oedema= swelling due to fluid retention; signal increase=  denser tissue;  How these apply to the patient is best discussed with those who know why the study was done &amp; have the physical exam data

Question 6

medial meniscus demonstrates a linear tear within the mid substance of the meniscus with myxoid degenerative signal within the posterior horn. explain?

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Meniscus tears: Recommend formal consultation with an orthopedic surgeon. Consider a virtual consult.

Question 7

mri report says moderate attenuation and degenerative signal posterior horn medial meniscus status  what does that mean?

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Degenerative change: Menisci are two (medial and lateral) c-shaped pieces of cartilagenous tissue in knee joint which act as shock absorbers. With age and wear and tear, menisci get thinner (attenuated) and undergo internal degeneration which increases signal on certain mr sequences.  Menisci can also tear, in which case the internal signal has more linear appearance and extends to outer surface of meniscus.

Question 8

mild degenerative signal posterior medial meniscus without tear. mri results

what treatment would be best for this in a young adult?

Accepted Answer

Probably physical: therapy and muscle strengthening.  Get an opinion from orthopedic surgeon.  But most importantly, avoid any further injury.

Question 9

explain medial meniscus tear within mid substance of meniscus with myxoid degenerative signal within posterior horn plz. treating etc?

Accepted Answer

Meniscus tears: Recommend formal consultation with an orthopedic surgeon. Consider a virtual consult.

Question 10

in my mri scan report it shows complex grade 3 posterior horn medial meniscus tear and high grade acl tear.but there is no locking and poping sound and there is no pain while doing any activity like climb stairs,walking,running,is surgery require?

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: This is a judgement call, as depends upon knee stability and likelihood of progressive healing associated with conservative therapy.  The big issue is the potential development of "wear and tear arthritic degeneration" (chondromalacia).  At your age, 21 yrs, you have potential for worsening over the  years.  Obtain at least 2 orthopedic surgical consultations and decide.

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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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A horizontal line of high signal intensity seen not extending to superior or inferior articular surface of posterior horn of medial meniscus but extend to meniscocapsular end...is this described as tear?

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How do i treat a grade 2 signal on posterior horn of medial meniscus?

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What kind of exercises can be done to treat a grade 2 signal on posterior horn of medial meniscus?

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What does oedema of medial meniscus and slight signal increase in the posterior aspect of medial meniscus in a mri report mean?

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Medial meniscus demonstrates a linear tear within the mid substance of the meniscus with myxoid degenerative signal within the posterior horn. explain?

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Mri report says moderate attenuation and degenerative signal posterior horn medial meniscus status what does that mean?

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Mild degenerative signal posterior medial meniscus without tear. mri results what treatment would be best for this in a young adult?

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Explain medial meniscus tear within mid substance of meniscus with myxoid degenerative signal within posterior horn plz. treating etc?

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In my mri scan report it shows complex grade 3 posterior horn medial meniscus tear and high grade acl tear.but there is no locking and poping sound and there is no pain while doing any activity like climb stairs,walking,running,is surgery require?

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