Prophylaxis The occurrence of a meniscus ganglion can be prevented to the extent that the underlying wear and tear of the menisci can be remedied by excessive strain (such as through leg malpositions or overweight). Furthermore, a meniscus already damaged by trauma or degenerative changes should be treated adequately by a specialist to prevent the … Prophylaxis | Meniscus ganglion
Definition A meniscus ganglion is a connective tissue cyst filled with synovial fluid or a gelatinous mass. It can develop at the base of the inner meniscus or, more frequently, the outer meniscus and usually has no connection to the joint cavity or the body surface. Since signs of wear and tear of the meniscus … Meniscus ganglion
External meniscus ganglion The outer meniscus is much less frequently torn in knee injuries than the inner meniscus. Although a meniscal ganglion on the outer meniscus is more common than an inner meniscal ganglion, the cause on the outer meniscus is more often a degenerative wear and tear and far less often a traumatic tear … External meniscus ganglion | Meniscus ganglion
General information The menisci are cartilage discs, two of which are located in each knee joint, one inside and one outside. Since they are responsible for absorbing loads and pressure exerted on the knee and stabilizing the joint, excessive stress on the knee often results in damage to the menisci. The symptoms that can occur … Symptoms of meniscus injuries
In the following you will find an overview and short informative explanation of the most common ligament injuries of the knee joint. For detailed information, you will find a reference to the main article on the respective injury at the end of each section. The inner ligament runs along the inside of the knee and … Ligament injuries in the knee joint
Synonyms English: rupture /injury of collateral ligament Injury of the Ligamentum collaterale laterale Rupture of the outer ligament Definition outer band The outer ligament of the knee joint runs along the outside of the knee joint from the thigh bone to the calf bone. It is not fused with the joint capsule of the knee … Torn outer ligament of the knee
Introduction The knee joint is generally very susceptible to injuries and complaints. Due to the high weight load caused by the body weight alone, as well as by stress in many sports, knee problems and acute knee pain are not uncommon. Acute pain often occurs suddenly and is usually triggered by overloading or an accident. … Acute knee pain
Accident causes Among the causes of acute knee pain directly caused by accidents are Below is a brief informative description of the respective clinical picture. – Articular effusion Hofftitis Free joint body Acute Baker cyst Hematoma in the knee Cruciate ligament rupture Torn meniscus Sideband rupture (inner/outer band) Broken bone Patellar luxation Runner’s knee An … Accident causes | Acute knee pain
Introduction The type of surgery for an external meniscus lesion depends on both the extent of the tear and the age of the patient. Depending on the type of tear, it can either be sutured (meniscus suture), partially removed or completely removed and then replaced by a transplant (artificial meniscus). Regardless of the type of … Surgery of the outer meniscus
Summary Depending on the outer meniscus lesion, the surgical technique is selected. In most cases, an attempt will be made to reattach the tear in the outer meniscus using a meniscus suture in the OR. This reduces the formation of knee joint arthrosis. In some cases, however, meniscal suturing is not possible. In these cases, … Summary | Surgery of the outer meniscus
