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Oblique focus of increased signal within the posterior horn of the medial meniscus which extends to the inferior articular surface. surgery or not?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Meniscus tear: If locking, or giving mechanical problems: YES. If not: NO. Check with your orthopedic surgeon.

Dr Visotsky agreed

Answered 7/20/2014

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MRI knee: sounds suspicious for a type III signal which usually indicates a tear of the meniscus. That said, even if there is a 'tear' surgery is not necessarily needed. check with your local orthopedist.

Dr Lopez diaz agreed

Answered 9/13/2015

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A member asked:

Oblique focus of increased signal within the posterior horn of the medial meniscus which extends to the inferior articular surface. surgery or not?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. John Michalski answered

Dr Visotsky agreed

Dr. Robert Meislin answered

Dr Lopez diaz agreed

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