The meniscus are a C shaped discs within the knee made of fibrocartilage that essentially provide cushioning and stability...
Smith and Nephew FAST-FIX 360 Meniscal Repair System
There are a number of competing technologies in the field of meniscal repair. The Smith and Nephew FAST-FIX◊ 360 Meniscal Repair System is another technology that uses an all-inside device to perform the repair. Advantages of this system is that the device is more ergonomic than other devices on the market making it easier for the surgeon to use in varying hand positions, which is improves the accuracy of the repair. In addition, this device has a spring-action design that facilitates the advancement of each implant into the capsule with auditory confirmation assuring that the implants are deployed
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The menisci are two C shaped discs of fibrocartilage within the knee that function to cushion and stabilize the...
The procedure is done arthroscopically with two small incisions in the front of the knee. However, not all meniscal...
