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meniscectomy

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men·is·cec·to·my (mn-skt-m)
n.
Excision of a meniscus, usually from the knee joint.

meniscectomy
[men′isek′təmē]
Etymology: Gk, meniskos, crescent, ektomē, excision
surgical excision of one of the crescent-shaped cartilages of the knee joint. It is performed when a torn cartilage results in chronic pain and in instability or locking of the joint. After surgery the leg is kept elevated to reduce swelling, and exercises are performed to maintain muscle strength. See also arthroscopy.

meniscectomy (men´isek´tmē),
n the surgical removal of the meniscus or condylar disc, also referred to as
discectomy. It is no longer a procedure of choice.

meniscectomy
excision of a meniscus, as of the stifle joint.


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