Treatment of Deep Cartilage Defects of the Knee with Autologous Chondrocyte Transplantation: Long-Term Results

Abstract

A significant improvement in knee function was recorded when the pre-operative and final follow-up stages were compared. The autologous chondrocyte transplantation showed a potential for the treatment of large cartilage defects. The excellent results achieved allowed the patients to return to normal activity levels.This method is also convenient when ligament reconstruction is necessary during one operation.