Meniscal Transplantation-Update on Indications, Techniques, and Outcomes.

J Am Acad Orthop Surg · Jun 01 2026 · Review

Knapik DM, Smith MV, Matava MJ, Brophy RH

From the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis, MO

Sports Medicine

SUMMARY — THE REDUCTIONUpdate on meniscal allograft transplantation for young, active patients with symptomatic meniscal-deficient knees, covering indications, techniques, complications, rehabilitation, and outcomes; long-term chondroprotection remains unproven.
Abstract, as published

Meniscal tears are a very common clinical condition, often treated with surgery. While indications for meniscal repair are expanding, most meniscal tears are still treated with arthroscopic resection. Meniscal allograft transplantation (MAT) is an evolving treatment option for young, active patients with symptomatic meniscal-deficient knees. There is a growing body of evidence for good long-term outcomes from MAT, although the long-term chondroprotective potential is still unproven. This article reviews the latest evidence regarding the indications, surgical techniques, complications, rehabilitation, and reported outcomes after MAT.

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