Meniscus matrix morphological composition: age-dependent evaluation in a swine model

Menisci are fibro-cartilaginous structures interposed between femoral condyle and tibial plateau, which have multiple functions in the stifle joint: act as shock absorbers, bear loaders and allow joint stability, congruity and lubrication (Sweigart et al., 2004; Proffen et al., 2012). It is well kno...

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Main Authors: Umberto Polito, Elena Dell'Era, Irene Tessaro, Giuseppe Maria Peretti, Alessia Di Giancamillo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Università degli Studi di Milano 2017-06-01
Series:International Journal of Health, Animal Science and Food Safety
Subjects:
pig
Online Access:http://riviste.unimi.it/index.php/haf/article/view/8352