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Suggest Treatment For A Meniscus Tear In The Knee Joint
Question: My cousin has a meniscus tear on the right leg. Doctor has advised for the surgery. I want a second opinion.
Brief Answer:
Needs surgery if more than partial thickness tear.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
A meniscus tear in the knee joint needs a surgical repair if it is more than a partial thickness tear. If the knee joint is unstable even then a surgical repair is recommended. An MRI scan will help in detecting the extent of tear. If it is a small tear then immobilization and brace can help in proper healing.
Do get an MRI scan done to decide regarding the further line of treatment.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Needs surgery if more than partial thickness tear.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
A meniscus tear in the knee joint needs a surgical repair if it is more than a partial thickness tear. If the knee joint is unstable even then a surgical repair is recommended. An MRI scan will help in detecting the extent of tear. If it is a small tear then immobilization and brace can help in proper healing.
Do get an MRI scan done to decide regarding the further line of treatment.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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