Parameniscal cyst formation after arthroscopic meniscal repair with biodegradable meniscal arrow: a case report

Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc. 2008 Sep;16(9):815-7. doi: 10.1007/s00167-008-0553-7. Epub 2008 Jun 3.

Abstract

A 22-year-old male underwent an arthroscopic meniscal repair, using meniscal arrows, due to bucket-handle medial meniscus tear. Magnetic resonance images (MRI) at 3 years revealed a large parameniscal cyst protruding into the extra-capsular popliteal space. Arthroscopic partial cystectomy, removing only the intra-articular portion of the cyst was performed, leaving the extra-articular part of the cyst. Sixteen months postoperatively MRI revealed no cyst remnants, and the patient was free of symptoms.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Absorbable Implants / adverse effects*
  • Arthroscopy*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Menisci, Tibial / surgery*
  • Popliteal Cyst / diagnosis
  • Popliteal Cyst / etiology*
  • Popliteal Cyst / surgery
  • Postoperative Complications*
  • Tibial Meniscus Injuries*
  • Young Adult