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Mri show obliq tear body and posterior horn lateral meniscus, extending infr artic surface and ulceration articular cartilage patella. surgery/therapy?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Not necessarily: Torn knee cartilages often don't require surgical treatment. Physical therapy, NSAIDS,etc may suffice. Your orthopedic surgeon is best qualified to advise you.

Answered 7/15/2019

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Conservative : methods should be tried first such as therapy, anti-inflammatories, and activity modifications

Answered 6/27/2019

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