The tibial spine sign does not indicate cartilage damage in the central area of the distal lateral femoral condyle

ConclusionA positive tibial spine sign does not indicate histologic cartilage damage in the central area of the distal lateral femur and may not be considered a contraindication for medial UKA.Level of evidenceLevel III, diagnostic study.

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Source: Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy - February 18, 2020 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research