In a meniscectomy (cutting), the orthopedic surgeon chooses to remove the damaged section of meniscus by shaver. This involves removing the patches attached to the meniscus. In a meniscopexy, these are sutured. The choice made depends on several factors. If at all possible, suturing of the meniscus is preferred. This is because we know that patients in whom part of the meniscus is removed are more likely to develop osteoarthritis-related symptoms later in life.