A patient injured his medial meniscus and structures attached to the medial meniscus.Which of the following best describes additional structures that may be injured?
A) Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL),semimembranosus tendon,and quadriceps expansion
B) Lateral collateral ligament (LCL),semitendinosus tendon,and posterior meniscofemoral ligaments
C) Medial collateral ligament (MCL),semimembranosus tendon,and anterior cruciate ligament
D) Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL),semitendinosus tendon,and fibrous expansion from the popliteus

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The medial meniscus is attached to the MCL, so it is common for both structures to be injured together. Additionally, the semimembranosus tendon also attaches to the medial meniscus, so it may be damaged as well. The ACL is not typically associated with medial meniscus injuries.

A Patient Injured His Medial Meniscus and Structures Attached to the Medial