Editorial Commentary: All-Inside Meniscal Repair Devices: Should We Cease and De-Cyst?

Abstract

All-inside meniscal repair devices have the potential to simplify a technically difficult procedure, reduce the need for a skilled surgical assistant, reduce surgical times, improve cosmetic results, and decrease postoperative pain for the patient. On the other hand, the devices are more expensive than sutures, have technical issues of their own, and may have complications that are not associated with suture repair techniques. It remains up to the surgeon to choose and practice techniques that maximize patient benefit and minimize risk.