Role of Alignment and Osteotomy in Meniscal Injuries

Abstract

Meniscal injuries are common in patients with varus or valgus malalignment, but consensus is lacking as to when surgery should address the meniscal injury only and when it should be combined with an osteotomy. Several factors need to be evaluated to provide the most appropriate treatment in each case. Here we highlight the most relevant literature on the subject and suggest a rationale for surgical treatment.

Keywords: Alignment; Meniscectomy; Meniscus; Osteotomy; Valgus; Varus.