Is cartilage replacement surgery being done?
As a routine procedure- the answer is NO. Replacement of cartilage is being considered as an option to treat patients with osteoarthritis. So far, this is experimental. Cartilage replacement is a complex procedure and unlikely to be available anytime soon. For end stage osteoarthritis, total knee is the only viable option.
As a routine procedure- the answer is NO. Replacement of cartilage is being considered as an option to treat patients with osteoarthritis. So far, this is experimental. Cartilage replacement is a complex procedure and unlikely to be available anytime soon. For end stage osteoarthritis, total knee is the only viable option.
