Diagnosis of Meniscal Tears: MR Imaging and Histological Findings

Abstract

0.2T Magnetic Resonance Imaging was performed on 160 menisci (80 knees). All were operated on using arthroscopy and 59 torn menisci were found. Diagnosis with Magnetic Resonance had a sensitivity of 88.1%, a specificity of 95.0%, and an accuracy of 92.5%. 0.2T Magnetic Resonance exam was shown to be a good method of assessment for meniscal injury. Magnetic Resonance Imaging was the best method for detecting meniscal tears. Magnetic Resonance grading (by Stoller) was an acceptable classification. However, there may be little difference between his grading and our histological findings.