Physically cross-linked hydrogels are used as scaffolds in tissue engineering applications
because they are easily produced and avoid the potential toxicity produced by chemical …

Background: The critical lesion size treated with bone marrow stimulation (BMS) for
osteochondral lesions of the talus (OLTs) has been 150 mm2 in area or 15 mm in diameter …

Background The management of articular cartilage defects presents many clinical
challenges due to its avascular, aneural and alymphatic nature. Bone marrow stimulation …

As the understanding of interactions between articular cartilage and subchondral bone
continues to evolve, increased attention is being directed at treatment options for the entire …

Abstract➤ Osteochondral lesions of the talus are common injuries in recreational and
professional athletes, with up to 50% of acute ankle sprains and fractures developing some …

Osteochondral defects of the ankle can either heal and remain asymptomatic or progress to
deep ankle pain on weight bearing and formation of subchondral bone cysts. The …

Purpose The purpose of this systematic literature review is to detect the most effective
treatment option for primary talar osteochondral defects in adults. Methods A literature …

Background: Nonoperative options for osteochondral lesions (OCLs) of the talar dome are
limited, and currently, there is a lack of scientific evidence to guide management. Purpose …

Osteochondral lesions of the talus are common injuries that affect a wide variety of active
patients. The majority of these lesions are associated with ankle sprains and fractures …

Background: The primary aim of this study was to assess the long-term clinical and
radiographic outcomes of arthroscopic debridement and bone marrow stimulation for talar …