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In arthros copic meniscal surgery, isolated tears are sutured from within the joint, usually using techniques related to specially developed instrumentation. Our system uses three curved cannulas of various radii and a specific needle of 1.2 mm thickness, and can be operated by one hand while the joint is distracted with an AO\/ASIF femoral distractor. In our series of 54 arthroscopic meniscal repairs, 42 (78%) healed without reinjury. Retears occurred in 12 patients, and were refixed again using the same techniques.<\/jats:p>\n                  <jats:p>Our experience has led us to conclude that the type of meniscal tear most suitable for arthroscopic repair is a vertical longitudinal lesion that involves the vascular ized zone; abrading the synovial surfaces is helpful, as is positioning the sutures tightly together; the repair should be checked at 4 months by arthroscopy or by arthrogram; and a combination of nonabsorbable and resorbable sutures is most satisfactory. 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