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European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery

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01-08-2011 | Original Article

Comparison of two different matrix-based autologous chondrocyte transplantation systems: 1 year follow-up results

Authors: S. Flohé, M. Betsch, K. Ruße, M. Wild, J. Windolf, M. Schulz

Published in: European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery | Issue 4/2011

Abstract

Purpose

The treatment of full-thickness cartilage defects of the knee is a common problem in orthopaedic surgery. Autologous chondrocyte transplantation (ACT) is one of the few reliable treatment options of cartilage defects with good long-term outcomes. The improvement of ACT led to the matrix-based ACT (MACT). The purpose of the study was to compare two different commercially available MACT systems.

Methods

Eleven patients with a cartilage defect of the knee were treated with the MACI^® system and another nine patients with the CaRes^® implant. The patients were prospectively followed and re-examined after one year.

Results

One year after surgery all but one patient have significantly improved in their clinical outcome. Both types of MACT revealed similar results in terms of increase in level of activity, pain relief and knee function.

Conclusion

The study showed that MACT is a good therapeutic option for full-size defects of the femoral condyle. The MACI^® implant seems to be easier to handle which is reflected by smaller incisions and a shorter operation time.

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Title: Comparison of two different matrix-based autologous chondrocyte transplantation systems: 1 year follow-up results
Authors: S. Flohé
M. Betsch
K. Ruße
M. Wild
J. Windolf
M. Schulz
Publication date: 01-08-2011
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery / Issue 4/2011
Print ISSN: 1863-9933
Electronic ISSN: 1863-9941
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00068-010-0057-2

At a glance: The STEP trials

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Comparison of two different matrix-based autologous chondrocyte transplantation systems: 1 year follow-up results

Abstract

Purpose

Methods

Results

Conclusion

At a glance: The STEP trials

Springer Medicine

Abstract

Purpose

Methods

Results

Conclusion

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