Body of medial meniscus

What does "Body of medial meniscus" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

The "body of medial meniscus" refers to the middle part of a C-shaped piece of cartilage located in the knee. This cartilage, called the medial meniscus, acts like a cushion between the thigh bone and shin bone. The term "body" is used to describe the central part of this cushioning structure.

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