The flap may be on the upper surface or the undersurface (where it may be missed)
A displaced meniscal tear
These loose flaps may cause intermittent symptoms in the knee. They may also break off and form a 'loose body'.
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Types of meniscal tear -
- Radial tear
- Longitudinal tear
- Bucket-handle tear
- Horizontal cleavage tear
- Parrot-beak tear
- Ramp lesion
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