This study evaluated the ability of T2 mapping to assess the glenoid cartilage using
arthroscopy as the gold standard. Eighteen consecutive patients (mean age: 52.4±14.72 …

Objective. To explore the application value of ultrasound image based on back propagation
(BP) neural network algorithm in knee osteoarthritis (KOA) and evaluate the application …

Diagnostic and therapeutic advancements have improved clinical outcomes for patients with
focal chondral injuries of the knee. An increased number and complexity of surgical …

Common knee operations address abnormalities of the ligaments, menisci, and articular
cartilage. Because most procedures are performed arthroscopically, the first challenge for …

Focal cartilage lesions are common pathologies at the knee joint that are considered
important risk factors for the premature development of osteoarthritis. A wide range of …

Athletes performing high impact sports may damage their articular cartilage acutely, as an
isolated injury, or with concurrent fracture, tendon or ligamentous injury. Chronic, repetitive …

English Background: Focal cartilage lesions are common pathologies of weight-bearing
joints. Clinical presentation ranges from asymptomatic patients to severe, pain-related …

Zusammenfassung Hintergrund Fokale Knorpelschäden sind häufige Pathologien der
gewichtstragenden Gelenke. Die klinische Präsentation reicht von symptomlosen Patienten …