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Published in: Pediatric Radiology 8/2014

01-08-2014 | Review

Meniscal pathology in children: differences and similarities with the adult meniscus

Authors: Michael L. Francavilla, Ricardo Restrepo, Kathryn W. Zamora, Vijaya Sarode, Stephen M. Swirsky, Douglas Mintz

Published in: Pediatric Radiology | Issue 8/2014

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Abstract

The normal meniscus undergoes typical developmental changes during childhood, reaching a mature adult appearance by approximately 10 years of age. In addition to recognizing normal meniscal appearances in children, identifying abnormalities — such as tears and the different types of discoid meniscus and meniscal cysts, as well as the surgical implications of these abnormalities — is vital in pediatric imaging. The reported incidence of meniscal tears in adolescents and young adults has increased because of increased sports participation and more widespread use of MRI. This review discusses the normal appearance of the pediatric meniscus, meniscal abnormalities, associated injuries, and prognostic indicators for repair.
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Metadata
Title
Meniscal pathology in children: differences and similarities with the adult meniscus
Authors
Michael L. Francavilla
Ricardo Restrepo
Kathryn W. Zamora
Vijaya Sarode
Stephen M. Swirsky
Douglas Mintz
Publication date
01-08-2014
Publisher
Springer Berlin Heidelberg
Published in
Pediatric Radiology / Issue 8/2014
Print ISSN: 0301-0449
Electronic ISSN: 1432-1998
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00247-014-3022-0

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