Techniques for cartilage repair in chondral and osteochondral defects of the knee

Melton, J.T.K.; Cossey, A.J.

Acta Orthopaedica Belgica 77(2): 152-159

2011


ISSN/ISBN: 0001-6462
PMID: 21667725
Document Number: 653623
Many techniques are currently used in an attempt to regenerate cartilage surfaces in the presence of a chondral or osteochondral defect. Clinical results have been mixed and no single treatment has emerged as being superior. This article reviews the techniques previously and currently being used and evidence to support their use.

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