I have just come across this post and have just now read the history from your initial post. I do not have a medical degree if that is important to you. However, I have long been an advocate for alternatives to surgeries whenever possible and have researched and studied the different options available.
In the case of meniscus tears, restoration of blood supply should be the goal. Surgery will not fix that. Also, long term, surgery will most likely lead to the degradation of that joint and the future problems that will cause.
I suggest you look into Platelet Rich Plasma Prolotherapy (PRPP). It has been around for awhile and it's goal is to restore the blood flow to the meniscus through stimulating the natural growth factors in the body. It is obviously more complicated than that, but I suggest you look into it. Your down time will be minimal without the complications that surgery might cause. Hopefully you are in an area that has this option available to you. Good luck with your decision. (Repost from today's post "$200 Bounty: Meniscus Torn. What to do?" Two more days to submit your answer) Thanks.