Avulsion fracture. Special type of meniscal damage.
Avulsion fracture is more likely the result of a trauma to ligamentous structures than division of their continuity. The presented case of an avulsion fracture of the posterior horn of the medial meniscus from the intercondylar eminence illustrates the actual possibilities of arthroscopic surgery. It demonstrates the advantages of a diathermic cutting hook.
Pauly
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Orthopädische Universitätsklinik, Westfälische Wilhelms-Universität Münster, Federal Republic of Germany.
Van Ende
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D000293:Adolescent; D001182:Arthroscopy; D050724:Fractures, Cartilage / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery; D006801:Humans; D007718:Knee Injuries / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery; D008023:Ligaments, Articular / Q000293:injuries*; D008297:Male; D000070600:Tibial Meniscus Injuries