 The larger semilunar medial meniscus is attached more firmly than the loosely fixed, more circular lateral meniscus.The anterior and posterior horns of both menisci are secured to the tibial plateaus.Anteriorly, the transverse ligament connects the 2 menisci; posteriorly, the meniscofemoral ligament helps stabilize the posterior horn of the lateral meniscus to the femoral condyle.