Meniscal ossicle

J Orthop Traumatol. 2009 Sep;10(3):143-5. doi: 10.1007/s10195-009-0056-4. Epub 2009 Jul 10.

Abstract

Meniscal ossicle, or bone within the substance of meniscus, is a rare entity and commonly confused with a loose body both clinically and radiologically. MRI is the modality that can definitely diagnose meniscal ossicle and avoid unnecessary diagnostic arthroscopy. Here we report one such case diagnosed using MRI; this patient is doing well without surgery one year after diagnosis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Analgesics / therapeutic use
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents / therapeutic use
  • Bone and Bones*
  • Cartilage Diseases / diagnosis*
  • Cartilage Diseases / drug therapy
  • Choristoma / diagnosis*
  • Choristoma / drug therapy
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging
  • Male
  • Menisci, Tibial / pathology*

Substances

  • Analgesics
  • Anti-Inflammatory Agents