Publications by authors named "J J Irrgang"
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- The study investigates how often MRI scans reveal unexpected but clinically significant findings in patients with knee osteoarthritis (KOA) suspected of having meniscal tears.
- Out of 760 subjects who underwent MRIs, 61 (8.03%) were found to have notable findings such as subchondral insufficiency fractures, avascular necrosis, and tumors.
- The results suggest that clinicians should consider a broader range of potential conditions underlying knee symptoms, as these incidental findings may require different management approaches and further imaging.
Article Synopsis
- This study investigates how tears in the lateral meniscus posterior root (LMPR) impact knee laxity in patients with anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries, particularly focusing on differences in knee movement and stability.
- Patients were divided into groups based on the presence or absence of LMPR tears and underwent various tests to measure knee stability, including a pivot shift test and assessment of anterior tibial translation.
- Results showed that the group with LMPR tears had a higher prevalence of medial meniscus tears, but there were no significant differences in knee laxity measures between the LMPR+ and LMPR- groups.
Objectives: This study aimed to compare demographic and surgical characteristics between patients who do and do not achieve minimal important change (MIC) in the Knee injury and Osteoarthritis Outcome Score (KOOS) Sports and Recreation (Sport/Rec) and Quality of Life (QoL) subscales 1 year after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction.
Design: Comparative cross-sectional.
Setting: The MIC for the KOOS Sport/Rec subscale was ≥12.
Multiligament knee injuries (MLKIs) represent a broad spectrum of pathology with potentially devastating consequences. Currently, disagreement in the terminology, diagnosis and treatment of these injuries limits clinical care and research. This study aimed to develop consensus on the nomenclature, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation strategies for patients with MLKI, while identifying important research priorities for further study.
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