Torn discoid lateral meniscus

Case contributed by Chris O'Donnell
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Pain laterally after twisting injury

Patient Data

Age: 25
Gender: Male
mri

The lateral meniscus is discoid i.e. lacks the normal "bow-tie" appearance of the meniscus with a radial tear at the junction of the anterior horn and body.

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