July 4, 2026 · The American journal of sports medicine · DOI: 10.1177/03635465261453085

Reliability and Clinical Validity of a Morphology-Based Classification System for Radial Meniscal Tears: A Multicenter Observer Study

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The authors aimed to assess the reliability and clinical validity of a 5-type morphology-based classification system for radial meniscal tears (RMTs) by quantifying interobserver and intraobserver agreement and evaluating its validity against arthroscopic findings and treatment recommendations. The study found high reproducibility and strong criterion validity, suggesting that this classification system can enhance standardized reporting and treatment selection for RMTs.

Horacio Rivarola, Jorge Chahla, Francisco Endara Urresta, Jakob Ackermann, Bautista Rivarola

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