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Extruded meniscus

Case contributed by Maulik S Patel
Diagnosis almost certain

Patient Data

Age: Adult
ultrasound

Long axis view at medial joint line. Femoral osteophyte is seen at cortical step up. Significant loss of joint space present. Echogenic globular tissue represents extruded meniscus.

x-ray

Radiograph confirms advanced degenerative changes with the medial compartment being affected in particular. 

Case Discussion

Typical ultrasonographic presentation of meniscal extrusion resulting from the advanced arthrosis of the medial compartment of the knee joint.

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