Meniscofemoral Ligaments

Description

Sagittal view of the meniscofemoral ligaments

Axial view of the knee ligaments including the meniscofemoral ligaments

Name

• Meniscofemoral Ligaments (MFL)

General

• Arises from the posterior horn of the lateral meniscus
• Inserts on the lateral aspect of the medial head of femoral condyle
• Splints into two bands at the posterior cruciate ligament
  • Anterior Meniscofemoral Ligament
  • Posterior Meniscofemoral Ligament

Variant Anatomy

• About 2/3 of people possess both bands, while 1/3 posses only one band
• Approximately 20-30% of people have both anterior and posterior MFL
• Approximately 80% have one MFL, posterior is more common than anterior

Function

• Contributes to stabilization of the posterolateral part of the lateral meniscus

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Clinical Significance

• Needs to be updated

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See Also

• Knee Anatomy Main
• Physical Exam Knee
• Knee Pain Main

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