CPR for Meniscal Pathology

Original Editor - Evan Thomas

Top Contributors - Evan Thomas, Selena Horner, WikiSysop, Kim Jackson and Wanda van Niekerk

Objective[edit | edit source]

To identify individuals who likely have meniscal pathology based on specific characteristics and examination findings.

Intended Population[edit | edit source]

CPR Components[edit | edit source]

  • History of catching or locking reported by the patient
  • Joint line tenderness
  • Pain with forced hyperextension (modified bounce home test)
  • Pain with maximal passive knee flexion
  • Pain or audible click with McMurray's maneuver

Method of Use[edit | edit source]

Evidence[edit | edit source]

Reliability[edit | edit source]

Validity[edit | edit source]

 Composite test scores (note: in knees treated surgically)

Number of Positive Criteria
Sensitivity
Specificity
LR+
PPV (%)
>3
30.8
90.2
3.15
76.7
>4
16.86
96.1
4.29
81.8
5
11.2
99.0
11.45
92.3

Responsiveness[edit | edit source]

Suggestions for Use in Clinic[edit | edit source]

Links[edit | edit source]

Recent Related Research (from Pubmed)[edit | edit source]

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References[edit | edit source]

Lowery DJ, Farley TD, Wing DW, Sterett WI, Steadman JR. A clinical composite score accurately detects meniscal pathology. Arthroscopy. 2006; 22(11): 1174-9.