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Proper Cartilage Status for Meniscal Allograft Transplantation Cannot Be Accurately Determined

Mild or tolerable symptoms did not always mean that the articular cartilage was well preserved; more observation should be undergone to determine possible chondral damage pre-operatively.

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Is Sport Activity Possible After Arthroscopic Meniscal Allograft Transplantation?

Twenty-five (28%) of patients were participating in sporting activities at a competitive level and the remaining 72% were at a recreational level prior to their injury

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Prevalence of Associated Lesions in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

Prevalence of Associated Lesions in Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction

To determine if there is a correlation between time to ACL reconstruction and the prevalence of meniscal tears or cartilage injuries present at surgery. Also, to identify the optimum timing of ACL surgery to decrease the risk of developing any additional injuries.

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Meniscal Allograft Arthroplasty For The Treatment Of Trapeziometacarpal Arthritis Of The Thumb

 The results suggest that meniscal allograft arthroplasty is a viable option in the surgical management of stages II and III arthritis of the TM joint. Further follow-up and clinical studies are warranted.

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Meniscal Transplantation in Symptomatic Patients Under Fifty Years of Age: Survivorship Analysis

To determine the long-term results and survivorship of meniscal transplantation in a consecutive series of 38 patients.

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Ordering allografts with JRF Ortho

Tips for expediting your fresh osteochondral allograft, tendon and meniscus orders

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Meniscal Allograft Transplantation: How Should We Be Doing It? A Systematic Review

There is evidence that MAT provides pain relief, improves function and has good reported results in mid- and long-term studies. Presently there is not enough data to support one technique of MAT over another.

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Meniscal Allograft Transplantation: A Systematic Review

Meniscal allograft transplantation (MAT) was developed as a means of treating the symptoms of compartmental overload after meniscectomy. Despite more than 20 years of research in this field, many controversies still exist regarding meniscal transplantation.

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Meniscal Allograft Transplantation And Meniscal Scaffolds; Where Are We Up To Now?

Meniscal Allograft Transplantation And Meniscal Scaffolds; Where Are We Up To Now?

The meniscus has an important function in protecting the joint surfaces within its compartment whilst facilitating joint lubrication and contributing to stability of the knee. It is now well recognized that meniscal loss leads to degenerative change.

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Osteophyte in Tibial Plateau Is a Risk Factor for Allograft Extrusion After Meniscus Allograft

Osteophytes can be observed on the tibial plateau during meniscus allograft transplantation.

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