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I have no meniscus cartilage in my knee - is there an implant available?

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: Most patients do well with nonoperative treatment. A small number of patients are candidates for a meniscal transplant. Some will go on to need a partial or full knee replacement.

Dr Hadied and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Marshall Solomon answered

Specializes in Podiatry

See dr.: It is best to examined by an orthopedic surgeon who is familiar with knee surgery and implants.

Dr Bowen agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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