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Bipolar Cartilage Lesions of the Knee: A Systematic Review of Techniques, Outcomes, and Complications.

Heath P MeluginChristopher D BernardChristopher L CampDaniel B F SarisAaron John Krych
Published in: Cartilage (2019)
Bipolar cartilage lesions of the knee typically involve a large surface area and are most commonly treated with ACI or OCA, while OATS may be an option for smaller lesions. Improvements in mid-term patient-reported outcomes were reported for all surgical procedures and they can be performed safely with a low rate of major complications.
Keyphrases
  • patient reported outcomes
  • total knee arthroplasty
  • bipolar disorder
  • knee osteoarthritis
  • risk factors
  • anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction
  • skeletal muscle
  • weight loss