Platelet-Rich Fibrin Clot–Augmented Repair of Horizontal Cleavage Meniscal Tear

Abstract Although horizontal tears of the meniscus have historically been treated with partial meniscectomy due to poor vascularity within the tear, evidence suggests that repair of horizontal meniscal tears may be advantageous to partial meniscectomy. Furthermore, the addition of platelet-rich plas...

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Published in:Arthroscopy techniques (Amsterdam) 2017-10, Vol.6 (5), p.e2047-e2051
Main Authors: Kowalski, Christopher, M.D, Gallo, Robert A., M.D
Format: Article
Language:English
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Orthopedics
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Summary:Abstract Although horizontal tears of the meniscus have historically been treated with partial meniscectomy due to poor vascularity within the tear, evidence suggests that repair of horizontal meniscal tears may be advantageous to partial meniscectomy. Furthermore, the addition of platelet-rich plasma has shown promise in improving meniscal healing. We present our technique of platelet-rich fibrin clot–augmented repair of horizontal cleavage meniscal tear.
ISSN:2212-6287
2212-6287
DOI:10.1016/j.eats.2017.08.004