Autologous osteochondral transplantation method of treatment for patellar osteochondral lesions.
CONCLUSIONS: Despite the difference in thickness of the cartilage tissue between the recipient and the donor site, the AOT technique for the treatment of patellar osteochondral lesions resolves the symptoms of the patient and ensures an apparent functional and clinical improvement even if an articular surface could be created.
PMID: 31177943 [PubMed - in process]
Source: Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Akgün E, Akpolat AO Tags: J Orthop Surg (Hong Kong) Source Type: research
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