膝半月板切除術施行後10年以上経過した症例の検討

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To know some problem after meniscectomy, we undertake long-term study. There were 13 male and 6 female, age range at operation was from 10 to 49 years. The range of post-operative follow-up was from 10 to 15 years and average was 12.7 years.
1) Thirteen patients had excellent or good results. Five patients undergone discoid meniscectomy in their youth had all good results.
2) Roentogenographic changes noted in all cases, but no related with clinical results.
3) Severe OA changes was seen in 10 patients. (53%)
4) Degree of ligamentous instability was related with OA changes.
5) Two patients of poor result was seen retained posterior horn.