Arthroscopic debridement for focal articular cartilage lesions of the knee: A systematic review.
Title | Arthroscopic debridement for focal articular cartilage lesions of the knee: A systematic review. |
Publication Type | Journal Article |
Year of Publication | 2021 |
Authors | Totlis, T., Fermín T. Marín, Kalifis G., Terzidis I., Maffulli N., & Papakostas E. |
Journal | Surgeon |
Volume | 19 |
Issue | 6 |
Pagination | 356-364 |
Date Published | 2021 Dec |
ISSN | 1479-666X |
Keywords | Adult, Arthroscopy, Cartilage Diseases, Cartilage, Articular, Debridement, Humans, Knee Joint |
Abstract | BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE OF THE STUDY: Arthroscopic debridement, the most commonly applied surgical technique for focal cartilage lesions in the knee, is not included in most treatment algorithms because of discouraging results in the management of osteoarthritis of the knee. The present systematic review evaluates the outcome of arthroscopic cartilage debridement as the primary treatment of focal knee chondral lesions in adults, and defines its indications and role as the primary treatment of focal knee chondral lesions. |
DOI | 10.1016/j.surge.2020.11.011 |
Alternate Journal | Surgeon |
PubMed ID | 33423921 |