Ultrasonic reflection coefficient and surface roughness index of OA articular cartilage: relation to pathological assessment

Ultrasonic reflection coefficient and surface roughness index of OA articular cartilage: relation to pathological assessment

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Early diagnosis of Osteoarthritis (OA) is essential for preventing further cartilage destruction and decreasing severe complications. The aims of this study are to explore the relationship between OA pathological grades and quantitat...

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Main Authors: Niu Hai-jun, Wang Qing, Wang Yue-xiang, Li De-yu, Fan Yu-bo, Chen Wu-fan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-03-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Subjects:
Osteoarthritis
High-frequency ultrasound
Ultrasound roughness index
Ultrasound reflection coefficient
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2474/13/34

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