Improved Outcomes with Arthroscopic Bone Marrow Aspirate Concentrate and Cartilage-Derived Matrix Implantation versus Chondroplasty for the Treatment of Focal Chondral Defects of the Knee Joint: A Retrospective Case Series

Castrodad, Iciar M. Dávila; Kraeutler, Matthew J.; Fasulo, Sydney M.; Festa, Anthony; McInerney, Vincent K.; Scillia, Anthony J.

doi:10.1016/j.asmr.2021.10.018

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“…The removal of articular cartilage in larger, grade 3 to 4 defects may hasten degeneration to OA, requiring subsequent surgery in up to 12% of cases within 1 year 22,24,25 . Therefore, alternative procedures should be considered for small grade 3 to 4 defects 26 .…”

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Management of Articular Cartilage Defects in the Knee: An Evidence-Based Algorithm

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Agyapong,

Dows

et al. 2024

JBJS Journal of Orthopaedics for Physician Assistants

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Focal articular cartilage lesions of the knee are a challenging disease entity due to the poor regenerative properties of hyaline cartilage that often lead to degenerative joint disease. Surgery is indicated to alleviate symptoms, restore function, and return to desired activities when conservative treatment fails. Providers must consider defect size and severity, compliance with the postoperative rehabilitation protocol including weight-bearing restrictions, and patient expectations in their clinical decision-making. Smaller defects may be treated with arthroscopic chondroplasty, bone marrow stimulation, and osteochondral autologous transfer. Alternative surgical options for larger defects include osteochondral restoration using fresh vs. cryopreserved allografts, autologous chondrocyte implantation, and particulated juvenile allograft cartilage. This article will review available treatment options and provide an evidence-based treatment algorithm to guide the orthopaedic clinician's clinical decision-making.

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