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Date of Award
Spring 2023
Degree Name
Master of Medical Science (Physician Assistant)
Department
Physician Assistant; College of Health Sciences
First Advisor
Michelle Thal M.Ed, PA-C
Abstract
It is not uncommon for patients post-meniscectomy to complain of knee pain or decrease in function. There are several management options to explore with your patient, including meniscal allograft transplantation (MAT). This article reviews the effectiveness of MAT in managing pain and function in different patient populations and highlights criteria in selecting patients for MAT with high probability of positive outcomes.
Recommended Citation
Hua, Rachel, "The Effectiveness of Meniscal Allograft Transplantation Post-Meniscectomy in the Management of Pain and Function" (2023). Capstone Showcase. 34.
https://scholarworks.arcadia.edu/showcase/2023/pa/34
The Effectiveness of Meniscal Allograft Transplantation Post-Meniscectomy in the Management of Pain and Function
It is not uncommon for patients post-meniscectomy to complain of knee pain or decrease in function. There are several management options to explore with your patient, including meniscal allograft transplantation (MAT). This article reviews the effectiveness of MAT in managing pain and function in different patient populations and highlights criteria in selecting patients for MAT with high probability of positive outcomes.