Corticosteroid injection of the knee within one month prior to meniscus repair increases the risk of repair failure requiring meniscectomy

CONCLUSION: The study highlights an increased risk of repair failure requiring follow-up meniscectomy for patients receiving intra-articular CSIs within one month prior to meniscus repair. These findings suggest caution when considering CSIs as a treatment option for patients scheduled for meniscus repair. Further research is needed to establish optimal timing guidelines for CSIs in relation to meniscus repair and to understand the underlying mechanisms.PMID:37811919 | DOI:10.1080/00913847.2023.2268604
Source: The Physician and Sportsmedicine Online - Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Source Type: research