Arthroscopic Matrix-induced Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation: A Simple Surgical Technique

Abstract

Matrix-induced autologous chondrocyte implantation (MACI) is an established technique for the repair of full-thickness chondral defects in the knee. It is a 2-stage procedure involving an initial arthroscopic harvest of healthy cartilage, isolation and expansion of chondrocytes ex vivo, and subseque