Articular Cartilage Injuries
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important functions: joint lubrication, stress distribution to subchondral bone to minimize peak stress, and provision of a smooth low-friction surface. Repetitive and acute impact, as well as torsional joint loading can damage articular cartilage surfaces of the knee joint. Injury to articular cartilage can lead to pain, swelling, joint dysfunction, and possibly progressive joint degeneration. Nonsurgical treatment options include oral medications, simple bracing, and physical therapy. Surgical interventions range from simple arthroscopic debridement to complex tissue engineering, including autologous chondrocyte implantation. To determine the proper treatment option, each patient's age, intensity of symptoms, activity level, and lesion characteristics should be considered. The purpose of this chapter is to provide a comprehensive overview of the etiology, diagnosis, and management of articular cartilage lesions.
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