Entire substance of lateral meniscus

What does "Entire substance of lateral 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

"Entire substance of lateral meniscus" refers to the whole part of a specific cushioning tissue in the knee. The knee has two of these tissues, one on the inner side (medial) and one on the outer side (lateral). So, this phrase is talking about the entire tissue on the outer side of the knee.

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