Research on long-term outcomes of meniscectomy

Introduction. The menisci of the knee joint (medial and lateral) play an important role in shock absorption and stabilization. Their tears are among the most common injuries, especially in athletes and older individuals. The main treatment methods are partial or total meniscectomy and reconstruction (meniscal repair). The relevance of this issue lies in the increasing number of surgeries and the potential long-term complications, including accelerated osteoarthritis (OA).