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Shown is the 11-blade scalpel being slowly introduced into the knee joint under direct visualization with the blade pointing upwards to prevent iatrogenic injury to the meniscus. Once again, care is being taken to stay just superior to the meniscus to allow for ease of access to the posterior elements of the knee. (Lat., lateral; Med., medial.)
