BACKGROUND Congenital absence of the menisci is a rare anatomical variation characterized by the absence or underdevelopment of one or both menisci in the knee joint.The menisci are crucial in load distribution,joint ...BACKGROUND Congenital absence of the menisci is a rare anatomical variation characterized by the absence or underdevelopment of one or both menisci in the knee joint.The menisci are crucial in load distribution,joint stability,and shock absorption.Understanding the clinical presentation,diagnosis,and management of this condition is important for optimal patient care.CASE SUMMARY A 27-year-old male with a long-standing history of knee pain underwent diagnostic arthroscopy,revealing a congenital absence of the meniscus.The patient's clinical findings,imaging results,surgical procedures,and pertinent images are detailed.This case presents a unique aspect with the congenital absence of the meniscus,contributing valuable insights to the literature on rare anatomical anomalies.CONCLUSION This case of congenital absence of the menisci highlights the diagnostic challenges posed by rare anomalies.The diagnostic arthroscopy played a crucial role in identifying the absence of the meniscus and providing an explanation for the patient's persistent knee pain.The case underscores the importance of individualized treatment approaches,including physical therapy,for optimal management of rare meniscal anomalies.Further research is warranted to explore effective management strategies for the aforementioned cases and to expand our knowledge of these rare conditions.展开更多
背景:玻璃酸钠是一种高分子多糖类生物材料,许多研究认为其有一定的修复软骨表面、减少炎症递质释放、促进半月板修复的作用。目的:观察关节镜下Fast-Fix系统联合玻璃酸钠注射修复半月板损伤的疗效。方法:选取中国石油中心医院骨科2008...背景:玻璃酸钠是一种高分子多糖类生物材料,许多研究认为其有一定的修复软骨表面、减少炎症递质释放、促进半月板修复的作用。目的:观察关节镜下Fast-Fix系统联合玻璃酸钠注射修复半月板损伤的疗效。方法:选取中国石油中心医院骨科2008年3月至2014年3月收治的半月板损伤患者86例,平均年龄25.5岁;病程平均1.5个月,表现为膝关节活动时疼痛、肿胀、旋转挤压试验阳性,MRI示半月板撕裂。均采用关节镜下Fast-Fix系统进行半月板缝合,在手术结束时沿套管通道注入玻璃酸钠注射液2.5 m L,术后隔1周关节腔内注射1次玻璃酸钠,共3次。采用膝关节Lysholm评分进行膝关节功能评价。结果与结论:81例获得随访,失访5例,平均随访1.5年。81例患者中79例关节交锁、显著压痛和活动障碍等症状消失,1年内复查MRI均见半月板愈合,Lysholm评分大于75分,优良率98%;2例在修复后1年仍存在肿胀和压痛,蹲起动作稍受限。提示关节镜下Fast-Fix联合玻璃酸钠注射修复半月板损效果良好,膝关节功能恢复满意。展开更多
文摘BACKGROUND Congenital absence of the menisci is a rare anatomical variation characterized by the absence or underdevelopment of one or both menisci in the knee joint.The menisci are crucial in load distribution,joint stability,and shock absorption.Understanding the clinical presentation,diagnosis,and management of this condition is important for optimal patient care.CASE SUMMARY A 27-year-old male with a long-standing history of knee pain underwent diagnostic arthroscopy,revealing a congenital absence of the meniscus.The patient's clinical findings,imaging results,surgical procedures,and pertinent images are detailed.This case presents a unique aspect with the congenital absence of the meniscus,contributing valuable insights to the literature on rare anatomical anomalies.CONCLUSION This case of congenital absence of the menisci highlights the diagnostic challenges posed by rare anomalies.The diagnostic arthroscopy played a crucial role in identifying the absence of the meniscus and providing an explanation for the patient's persistent knee pain.The case underscores the importance of individualized treatment approaches,including physical therapy,for optimal management of rare meniscal anomalies.Further research is warranted to explore effective management strategies for the aforementioned cases and to expand our knowledge of these rare conditions.
文摘背景:玻璃酸钠是一种高分子多糖类生物材料,许多研究认为其有一定的修复软骨表面、减少炎症递质释放、促进半月板修复的作用。目的:观察关节镜下Fast-Fix系统联合玻璃酸钠注射修复半月板损伤的疗效。方法:选取中国石油中心医院骨科2008年3月至2014年3月收治的半月板损伤患者86例,平均年龄25.5岁;病程平均1.5个月,表现为膝关节活动时疼痛、肿胀、旋转挤压试验阳性,MRI示半月板撕裂。均采用关节镜下Fast-Fix系统进行半月板缝合,在手术结束时沿套管通道注入玻璃酸钠注射液2.5 m L,术后隔1周关节腔内注射1次玻璃酸钠,共3次。采用膝关节Lysholm评分进行膝关节功能评价。结果与结论:81例获得随访,失访5例,平均随访1.5年。81例患者中79例关节交锁、显著压痛和活动障碍等症状消失,1年内复查MRI均见半月板愈合,Lysholm评分大于75分,优良率98%;2例在修复后1年仍存在肿胀和压痛,蹲起动作稍受限。提示关节镜下Fast-Fix联合玻璃酸钠注射修复半月板损效果良好,膝关节功能恢复满意。
