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Anterior Medial Meniscal Horn Attachment

insertio anterior cornus medialis menisci

The anterior horn of the medial meniscus attaches to the anterior intercondylar area, anterior to the ACL and medial to the anterior lateral horn.

Region: Knee
Biomechanics

Function & Actions

Anchors the medial meniscal anterior horn and constrains anterior meniscal movement during loading.

Clinical Relevance

Clinical Notes

Anterior medial horn tears are uncommon, occurring in hyperextension and valgus injuries. RAMP lesions (posterior peripheral detachment) are a distinct and more common concurrent ACL injury pattern.

Pathology

Common Injuries & Conditions

Anterior Medial Horn Tear

Anterior horn medial meniscal injury from hyperextension, repaired when exceeding one-third meniscal width.

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