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The identification of PMFs tears presents a challenge, often accompanied by lateral pain and a locking sensation. The objective of this systematic review (SR) and meta-analysis is to enhance the suspicion and recognition of PMFs tears, aiming to facilitate the treatment of this condition, particularly in symptomatic young patients.<\/jats:p>\n              <\/jats:sec><jats:sec>\n                <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                <jats:p>A comprehensive search, focused on studies examining PMFs injuries and their treatment, was conducted in four databases, PubMed, Scopus, Embase, and Web of Science. The ROBINS-I tool was used to evaluate the risks of bias. The PRISMA flow diagram was used to conduct the research and select the included studies. A meta-analysis was conducted for the Lysholm score, the Tegner Activity Scale, and the subjective IKDC score. The present SR and meta-analysis was registered on PROSPERO.<\/jats:p>\n              <\/jats:sec><jats:sec>\n                <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                <jats:p>Five clinical studies were included in the final analysis, comprising 96 patients. All the patients underwent a preoperative MRI assessment and a diagnostic arthroscopy to detect the PMFs tears, with a subsequent surgical procedure either open or arthroscopically performed. Surgery was associated with the resolution of symptoms. A statistically significant improvement in the Lysholm score (<jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>: 0.0005) and the subjective IKDC score (<jats:italic>p<\/jats:italic>: 0.003) after the surgical procedure with respect to the preoperative evaluation was found.<\/jats:p>\n              <\/jats:sec><jats:sec>\n                <jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title>\n                <jats:p>This SR and meta-analysis showed a significant improvement in the Lysholm score and subjective IKDC score following surgery for PMFs tears. 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