Lateral Meniscus Allograft Transplantation: The Bone Plug Technique

Jarret M. Woodmass, Nick R. Johnson, Bruce A. Levy, Michael J. Stuart, Aaron J. Krych

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Abstract

Lateral meniscus tears are commonly encountered by orthopaedic surgeons. Despite efforts to repair and preserve the meniscus, meniscectomy is occasionally required to treat irreparable tears. The resulting lateral meniscus deficiency leads to increased tibiofemoral contact pressures and ultimately early osteoarthritic changes in the knee. Lateral meniscal allograft transplant (LMAT) has been proposed as a way to restore the lateral meniscus–deficient knee to its native form. Although several techniques for LMAT have been proposed, osseous fixation has demonstrated increased stability, improved outcomes, and improved long-term survival. This article presents a technique for LMAT using bone plugs and standard arthroscopic portals.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)e1215-e1220
JournalArthroscopy Techniques
Volume6
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Aug 2017

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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