Patient fell while skiing, pain medially but now more lateral. MENISCI: The medial meniscus is intact, however the lateral meniscus demonstrates a more complex tear within the body extending into the anterior horn with extension to both the superior and inferior articular surfaces (image 9 series 5). Additionally and more posteriorly is a second discrete abnormality involving the apical aspect of the posterior lateral meniscus. No distinct communication is seen with the anterior lesion and specifically this posterior horn abnormality involves the superior articular surface. Both menisci are properly anchored posteriorly.ARTICULAR CARTILAGE AND BONE: Minimal edema observed in the medial femoral condyle and tibial plateau, suggesting mild contusion. The remaining marrow signal and cartilage are otherwise unremarkableLIGAMENTS: Thickening with increased internal signal in the medial collateral ligament proximally suggests a moderate strain. Fibers however appear intact. The LCL, ACL and PCL are all otherwise unremarkable. EXTENSOR MECHANISM: No significant abnormality noted.ADDITIONAL
Acute lateral meniscal tears as described involving both the posterior and anterior horns.