Discoid lateral meniscus with horizontal cleavage tear

Case contributed by Utkarsh Kabra
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

Pain and locking of knee

Patient Data

Age: 25 years
Gender: Female

A discoid lateral meniscus is seen causing overcoverage of the lateral tibial plateau. A horizontal cleavage tear is seen involving entire lateral meniscus with a lobulated parameniscal cyst along its lateral aspect.

Case Discussion

Findings are consistent with discoid lateral meniscus with horizontal cleavage tear and parameniscal cyst.

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