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Is a vertical tear the same as a bucket handle tear in the meniscus?

Q: is a vertical tear the same as a bucket handle tear in the meniscus?

: They are different. A vertical tear more up and dow, and a buckle handle tear is more curved along the same direction of the meniscus.

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Dr. Alexander Sah answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Reconstructive Surgery

They are different. A vertical tear more up and dow, and a buckle handle tear is more curved along the same direction of the meniscus.

Answered 8/1/2021

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A member asked:

Is a vertical tear the same as a bucket handle tear in the meniscus?

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