Mid-term outcomes follow- up of meniscal repair with FasT-Fix system throw arthroscopy / 中国内镜杂志

ABSTRACT

Objective To evaluate the mid-term clinical effect of meniscus tear with FasT-Fix system throw arthroscopy.Methods From January 2013 to January 2016, FasT-Fix system (Smith & Nephew, USA) was used for arthroscopic meniscal repair in 32 patients. The clinical outcome of the patients were evaluated by assessing the symptoms and signs, Lysholm, etc.Results The follow-up time was 6~12 months. According to Barrett standards, 28 patients were healed (87.5%). Lysholm scores were improved significantly after the operation.Conclusions Arthroscopic meniscal repair using FasT-Fix system can provide good mid-term results.