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meniscus

[mi-nis-kuhs] / mɪˈnɪs kəs /




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A major study with a 10-year follow-up has found that trimming a damaged meniscus does not improve symptoms or knee function when compared to a placebo procedure.

From Science Daily • May 6, 2026

She says along with the ACL tear she also has bruising and meniscus damage.

From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026

After the season, he underwent an operation to repair a damaged meniscus in his left knee.

From Barron's • Jan. 1, 2026

After recovering from his injuries, Arenas was barely two weeks back from being medically cleared to practice when he sustained a slight meniscus tear and bone bruise.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2025

As an indication of the perfect recovery of the functions of the joint after removal of the meniscus, professional football players are often able to resume their occupation.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander




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