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Autologous chondrocyte implantation for rheumatoid arthritis of the knee: a case report

Authors: Seok-Jung Kim, Cheong-Ho Chang, Dong-Sam Suh, Hyun-Kwon Ha, Kyung-Hwan Suhl

Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports | Issue 1/2009

Abstract

Introduction

Although pharmacologic treatment remains the mainstay for treating rheumatoid arthritis, there is an increasing need for a method that biologically regenerates arthritic knee lesions as patient longevity continually increases.

Case presentation

We treated rheumatoid arthritis of the right knee in a 35-year-old female Korean patient using autologous chondrocyte implantation. Twelve months after surgery, the patient could walk without pain.

Conclusion

Autologous chondrocyte implantation appears to be effective for treating rheumatoid arthritis of the knee.

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Title: Autologous chondrocyte implantation for rheumatoid arthritis of the knee: a case report
Authors: Seok-Jung Kim
Cheong-Ho Chang
Dong-Sam Suh
Hyun-Kwon Ha
Kyung-Hwan Suhl
Publication date: 01-12-2009
Publisher: BioMed Central
Published in: Journal of Medical Case Reports / Issue 1/2009
Electronic ISSN: 1752-1947
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1186/1752-1947-3-6619

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Autologous chondrocyte implantation for rheumatoid arthritis of the knee: a case report

Abstract

Introduction

Case presentation

Conclusion

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Abstract

Introduction

Case presentation

Conclusion

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