Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX USA) Practice

The triad of O'Donahue is best described as a combination of ligament injuries in the knee. This triad typically refers to a specific set of injuries involving the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL), the medial collateral ligament (MCL), and the medial meniscus. When a patient experiences a knee injury, especially one that involves a significant twisting motion (like in sports), these structures can be impacted together, leading to the triad of injuries. Understanding this triad is critical for diagnosing and managing knee injuries. The clinical significance lies in recognizing that when one of these ligaments is injured, the others could similarly be compromised, necessitating thorough evaluation and possibly surgical intervention for optimal recovery.