An intra-articular bioabsorbable interference screw mimicking an acute meniscal tear 8 months after an anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

Arthroscopy. 2000 May-Jun;16(4):395-8. doi: 10.1016/s0749-8063(00)90085-9.

Abstract

Seven months after a quadrupled semitendinosus anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, a 44-year-old active-duty soldier reported symptoms consistent with a medial meniscus tear. Preoperative magnetic resonance imaging showed an intra-articular bioabsorbable interference screw within his intercondylar notch. The screw was retrieved arthroscopically. The graft was intact and functional except for a small portion of the anterior fibers, which were debrided. The patient returned to full activities without complaints.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Absorbable Implants*
  • Adult
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament / surgery*
  • Bone Screws*
  • Diagnosis, Differential
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Male
  • Menisci, Tibial / pathology
  • Tibial Meniscus Injuries*