Cell implants helpful in knee OA in young patients. (Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation).
Publication: Internal Medicine News
Publication Date: 01-JUN-03
Author: Sullivan, Michele G.
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ORLANDO, FLA. -- Consider autologous chondrocyte implantation a first-line treatment in the young patient with osteoarthritis of the knee who wants to regain the ability to perform physical labor or strenuous sports.
About 90% of patients who undergo the procedure are satisfied with the results and can return to a full range of activities, Dr. Tom Minas said at a symposium on hip and knee arthroplasty sponsored by the Current Concepts...
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