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Meniscal transplant in patients age 50 and under relieves pain, delays additional surgery

Source: Medical News Today

Most patients younger than age 50 with a torn or severely damaged meniscus experienced reduced pain and improved knee function following transplant surgery, according to a study in the August 5 issue of the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery (JBJS). However, many patients required additional surgery within 10 years.

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