The value of modern ultrasonography in the assesment of meniscal lesions

Introduction: Meniscal injuries are considered one of the most common consequences of knee joint injuries, which account for 15–30% of all injuries. Early and proper diagnosis allows for choosing the right treatment, preventing later complications. „Gold standard“ of imaging diagnostics in this case are MRI and arthroscopy, the latter used also in treatment. Ultrasound with its wide availability and low cost could present an alternative choice, but its usefullnes is often questioned. Its obvious advantages include: absence of ionizing radiation or strong magnetic field, low cost, availability and possibility of…