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Is a displacement of a meniscal root a diagnosis on a mri for the knee? please help

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It is: A diagnosis made on mri. Its a form of meniscal tear and may need surgery.

Answered 4/6/2013

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Yes: This usually indicates a meniscal tear. This can be fixed with arthroscopic surgery.

Answered 4/6/2013

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