Abstract
Article: Sonographic Diagnosis of Medial Meniscocapsular Separation of the Knee
Author: Tony Y. Li, RDMS, RVT, RMSK, CRGS, CRVS
Category: Musculoskeletal [MSK]
Credit: 0.5 SDMS CME Credit
Objectives: After studying the article titled “Sonographic Diagnosis of Medial Meniscocapsular Separation of the Knee,” you will be able to:
Identify the anatomy of the medial capsuloligamentous complex
Identify the diagnostic criteria of medial meniscocapsular separation (MCS)
Describe the most important sonographic signs of MCS
How many layers does the medial capsuloligamentous complex consist of? 1 2 3 4
Which two ligaments may be involved in injuries, such as tears, with MCS? Medial capsuloligamentous and vastus medialis ligaments Meniscofemoral and meniscotibial ligaments Sartorius and vastus medialis ligaments Medial collateral and sartorius ligaments
What is the function of the medial collateral ligament (MCL)? To prevent straightening of the knee To prevent ambulation and knee edema To prevent nerve stress and knee edema To prevent valgus stress and abnormal external rotation of the knee
In Figure 3B, what does the vertical hypoechoic cleft in the meniscus represent? A tear A tumor Ligament hypertrophy Normal appearance
Which of the following is a critical sonographic sign of MCS based on sonographic diagnosis criteria? Focal pain, swelling, and tenderness History of sports-related medial knee trauma MCL injury and/or meniscal tear Fluid collection between the medial meniscus and the deep portion of the MCL