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Source: Reuters Health
Summary:
The meniscus is a cartilage disk that acts like a cushion in the knee joint and when damaged can even result in a locked knee.
A recent report shows that removing the meniscus in whole or part enhances the rate of structural change within the joint of osteoarthritis patients.
According to the research both meniscal malposition & meniscus damage increase the cartilage loss in the joint.
Conclusion: In the past, damaged meniscus were often removed, but in light of this information, doctors may choose to preserve a damaged meniscus when possible.
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