Meniscus

GPTKB entity

Statements (27)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf gptkb:anatomical_structure
gptkbp:bloodSupply Central zone (avascular)
Peripheral zone
gptkbp:commonInjury Meniscal tear
gptkbp:composedOf Fibrocartilage
gptkbp:diagnosedBy MRI
gptkbp:foundIn gptkb:Human_body
gptkbp:function Shock absorption
Joint stability
Load transmission
Lubrication of knee joint
gptkbp:hasType Lateral meniscus
Medial meniscus
gptkbp:partOf Knee joint
gptkbp:presentIn gptkb:Mammals
gptkbp:scientificName Meniscus articularis
gptkbp:shape C-shaped
O-shaped
gptkbp:treatment Physical therapy
Arthroscopic surgery
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Bird's_Robe_Records
gptkb:The_Knee
gptkb:Surface_Tension
gptkb:Knee
gptkb:Shane_Neilson
gptkbp:bfsLayer 8
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Meniscus