Introduction The menisci play important roles in the function of the knee. Meniscal injuries are common; the traditional treatment had been excision of the torn meniscus. Nonetheless, recently, there has been an increase in the awareness of the biomechanical and functional importance of the meniscus. This has resulted in the evolvement of the treatment modalities. The purpose of this article is to review the literature on meniscal injuries providing background information on this topic including pathogenesis, diagnosis and the most recent management modalities. Conclusion When feasible, it is preferable that meniscal repair can be done in an attempt to maintain the meniscal integrity. If meniscal repair cannot be done, partial meniscectomy could be considered aiming to retain as much viable meniscal tissue as possible. If total meniscectomy is required, meniscal transplantation can be contemplated if it is not contraindicated.
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