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Mri demonstrates horizontal cleavage tear within the anterior horn, mid body and anterior aspect of the posterior horn of the lateral meniscus. bony structures are all preserved?

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PT first, surgery la: If physical therapy does not help may need surgery.

Answered 9/28/2018

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