Review of discoid meniscus.

Discoid lateral meniscus is an intra-articular knee disorder that typically presents in children and adolescents. The natural history depends on the type of anomaly and the nature and presence of symptoms. Management of this disorder should be directed toward resolution of the symptoms while preserving meniscal tissue and function. Modern surgical techniques make suturing and preservation of meniscal tissue feasible. In the present article, the clinical manifestations, diagnostic criteria and practical management considerations are reviewed.