Lateral Meniscus Allograft Transplantation: An All-Soft Tissue All-Inside Technique.

ABSTRACT: Lateral meniscus tears are common injuries encountered in association with acute anterior cruciate ligament tears. Although most tears can be repaired, some must be resected if deemed irreparable. Such patients who have undergone a subtotal lateral meniscectomy in the past are at an increased risk of developing osteoarthritis. A lateral meniscus allograft transplant (LMAT) is a treatment option that allows treating the symptoms of a meniscal-deficient knee with the potential for improved joint longevity. The various techniques of an LMAT include using a bone trough, bone plugs at the roots, or a soft tissue graft. All of these techniques have produced equivalent clinical-radiologic results. The peripheral capsular suturing of the LMAT can be performed using any of the meniscus suturing tec

SUBMITTER: Tapasvi S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12350221 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature