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Mri: "macerated anterior horn lateral meniscus with inferiorly surfacing tear. this may extend to to the mid body." is this a bucket tear?

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Dr. Michael Gabor answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

No,: It doesn't sound like a bucket handle tear

Answered 4/16/2016

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