This sagittal proton-density weighted, fat-saturated image of the right knee shows linear high signal (click image for arrow) in the posterior horn of the lateral meniscus. The high signal extends to the articular surface, consistent with a longitudinal tear. There is some high signal in the anterior horn which probably extends to the articular surface and may represent extension of the tear anteriorly.

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