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Cartilage Transplants – Allograft (fromcadaver)

Articular cartilage isa firm rubberytissue that coversthe ends of bones.It provides asmooth glidingsurface for jointsand acts as acushion betweenbones.

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Removal of Damaged Cartilage IntroductionArticular cartilage is a firm rubbery tissue that covers the ends ofbones. It provides a smooth gliding surface for joints and acts as acushion between bones.

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When the Procedure is PerformedCartilage can break down due to overuse or injury. This can leadto pain and swelling and problems with your joint. Your treatmentwill depend on the size of the defect and the judgment of yoursurgeon. This procedure is performed on people who have aspecific cartilage defect typically due to an injury. It is not donewhen cartilage loss is much more extensive.

IncisionsSmall incisions (portals) are made around the joint. The scope andsurgical instruments will go into these incisions.

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VisualizationThe scope is inserted into the knee. Saline solution flows through atube (cannula) and into the knee to expand the joint and toimprove visualization. The image is sent to a video monitor wherethe surgeon can see inside the joint.

RepairA plug of allograft tissue containing bone and cartilage is shapedto fit into the area that is damaged. The damaged area is preparedand the new plug is inserted into the site.

End of ProcedureAfter the tissue is in place, the surgical instruments are removedand the procedure is completed.

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