Radiographs first line when fracture risk criteria met
MRI for internal derangement evaluation when radiographs negative and symptoms persist
Ottawa Knee Rule validation studies
High sensitivity for knee fracture exclusion
Reduced unnecessary radiography
Sports medicine consensus statements on meniscal preservation
Repair favored when tear pattern and tissue quality suitable
Avoid unnecessary meniscectomy in young active patients
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