Arthroscopic Evaluation of Knee Cartilage Using Optical Reflection Spectroscopy

Articular cartilage is critical for painless and low-friction range of motion; however, disruption of articular cartilage, particularly in the knee joint, is common. Treatment options are based on the size and depth of the chondral defect, as well as involvement of subchondral bone. The gold standar...

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Main Authors: Justin L. Makovicka, M.D., Karan A. Patel, M.D., Jeffrey D. Hassebrock, M.D., David E. Hartigan, M.D., Michael Wong, B.A., Anikar Chhabra, M.D.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2019-04-01
Series:Arthroscopy Techniques
Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212628718302093