Fibrin-Based Scaffold Augmentation During Meniscal Repair May Enhance Healing and Functional Outcomes: A Systematic Review.
Am J Sports MedJun 3, 2026 (epub)
Khaled Skaik, Harjind Kahlon, Marc Daniel Bouchard et al.
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In 30 seconds
This systematic review evaluated the effects of fibrin-based scaffold augmentation on meniscal repair outcomes in 438 patients, primarily with tears in avascular zones. The study found that 77.5% of patients receiving fibrin clot from peripheral venous blood (FC-PVB) achieved complete healing, with lower complication rates compared to non-augmented repairs.
Key findings
- 77.5% of patients receiving FC-PVB achieved complete healing.
- Complications occurred in 8.2% of patients who received FC-PVB.
- Significant improvements in IKDC and Lysholm scores were observed in FC-PVB studies.
- Fibrin-based augmentation yielded superior outcomes compared to non-augmented repair.
Why it matters
Understanding the benefits of fibrin-based scaffolds in meniscal repair can guide clinicians in selecting augmentation techniques that enhance healing and improve patient outcomes, particularly in challenging avascular zones.