Biosynthetic scaffolds for partial meniscal loss: A systematic review from animal models to clinical practice

Acute or degenerative meniscus tears are the most common knee lesions. Meniscectomy provides symptomatic relief and functional recovery only in the short- to mid-term follow-up but significantly increases the risk of osteoarthritis. For this reason, preserving the meniscus is key, although it remain...

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Main Authors: F. Veronesi, B. Di Matteo, N.D. Vitale, G. Filardo, A. Visani, E. Kon, M. Fini
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: KeAi Communications Co., Ltd. 2021-11-01
Series:Bioactive Materials
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2452199X21001444