## Meniscal Attachments of the Knee ### Coronary Ligament **Key Point:** The coronary ligament is the fibrous capsular attachment of the meniscus to the joint capsule at its peripheral (outer) margin. ### Anatomical Details | Feature | Details | |---------|----------| | **Definition** | Peripheral fibrous attachment of meniscus to joint capsule | | **Location** | Outer border of both medial and lateral menisci | | **Function** | Stabilizes meniscus; prevents excessive mobility | | **Innervation** | Nociceptive fibers (pain-sensitive) | | **Clinical significance** | Damage causes meniscal tears and instability | ### Meniscal Attachments Summary 1. **Coronary Ligament** — peripheral capsular attachment 2. **Transverse Ligament** — connects anterior horns of medial and lateral menisci 3. **Meniscofemoral Ligaments** — posterior horn of lateral meniscus to medial femoral condyle (anterior and posterior bands) 4. **Root Attachments** — anterior and posterior horns attach to tibial intercondylar area **High-Yield:** The coronary ligament is frequently tested because it is clinically relevant in meniscal injuries and arthroscopic repair. Damage to the coronary ligament can lead to meniscal instability and secondary osteoarthritis. **Clinical Pearl:** In meniscal repair surgery, the coronary ligament must be carefully preserved or repaired to maintain meniscal stability and prevent extrusion. [cite:Clinically Oriented Anatomy 8e Ch 5] 
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