Arthroscopic medial meniscal repair is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that involves repairing a tear in the medial meniscus, which is a crescent-shaped cartilage that acts as a shock absorber in the knee joint. The surgery is performed using a small camera called an arthroscope, which is inserted through small incisions in the knee joint.

The arthroscope provides a clear view of the torn meniscus, allowing the surgeon to repair the tear using small instruments. This procedure is generally preferred over a meniscectomy, which involves removing the damaged portion of the meniscus, as it preserves the meniscal tissue and helps to maintain the integrity of the knee joint.

• The medical meniscus is located on the inner side of the knee joint and is more commonly injured than the lateral meniscus, which is located on the outer side of the knee joint.
• A meniscal tear can occur due to sudden twisting or turning movements of the knee, or as a result of degenerative changes in the meniscal tissue due to aging or overuse.
• Symptoms of a meniscal tear can include pain, swelling, stiffness, and locking or catching of the knee joint.

In cases where conservative treatments such as rest, ice, and physical therapy have failed to relieve symptoms, arthroscopic medial meniscal repair may be recommended to restore normal knee function and prevent further damage to the joint.