Technical report describes dynamic ultrasound's role in evaluating meniscal extrusion, suggesting it enhances surgical planning and postoperative assessment.
Meniscal root tears can lead to extrusion with biomechanical consequences similar to total meniscectomy. This report describes a protocol for bedside ultrasonography (real-time ultrasound imaging at the point of care) for dynamic assessment of meniscal displacement before and after surgery. Using a 5-12 MHz linear probe, the meniscus is evaluated under stress and motion to assess reducibility and repair integrity. Unlike MRI, this method offers real-time, load-responsive imaging. Dynamic ultrasound serves as a practical adjunct to MRI, aiding surgical planning and improving postoperative assessment in patients with meniscal root injuries.
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