Surgical Timing and Outcomes in Medial Meniscus Posterior Root Tear Repair: A Systematic Review
The American Journal of Sports Medicine
Published online on April 02, 2026
Abstract
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Background:Medial meniscus posterior root tears (MMPRTs) compromise hoop stress transmission and tibiofemoral load distribution, accelerating degenerative changes comparable with total meniscectomy. While early repair has been recommended, many patients ...
Background:Medial meniscus posterior root tears (MMPRTs) compromise hoop stress transmission and tibiofemoral load distribution, accelerating degenerative changes comparable with total meniscectomy. While early repair has been recommended, many patients ...