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Matrix-assisted Autologous Chondrocyte Transplantation for Remodeling and Repair of Chondral Defects in a Rabbit Model
Published on: May 21, 2013
Autologous chondrocyte implantation: where do we stand now?
P D Gikas1, W J S Aston, T W R Briggs
1Bone Tumour Unit and Joint Reconstruction Unit, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Brockley Hill, Stanmore, Middlesex, UK.
Abstract:
Chondral damage to the young knee is common. In symptomatic patients current surgical treatment has focused on filling the defect with fibrocartilage; however, this tissue has poor resistance to shear forces, leading to failure and the onset of degenerative osteoarthritis.
