Lateral meniscal cyst causing irreversible peroneal nerve palsy.
case_report · Level V
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- Record sourced from PubMed, PMID 23669006.
- Also identified by DOI 10.1053/j.jfas.2013.03.016.
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Abstract
We report an unusual case of irreversible foot drop occurring secondary to a large lateral meniscal cyst. We discuss the presentation and management of this rare case and highlight some of the less common causes of foot drop.
Medical subject headings
- Menisci, Tibial
- Orthopedic Procedures
- Peroneal Neuropathies
- Synovial Cyst
Anatomy
- tibia