Microfracture and Hydrogel Scaffolds for the Treatment of Osteochondral Injuries of the Knee: Clinical Results at 4 Years Follow-Up
Journal Title: Journal of Clinical Medical Research - Year 2021, Vol 2, Issue 1
Abstract
The aim of this study is to evaluate the outcomes of microfracture technique and novel hydrogel scaffold for the treatment of osteochondral injuries of the knee. Forty-one patients affected by grade III and IV osteochondral lesions were treated between 2014 and 2015 with microfractures followed by the injection of a hydrogel scaffold into the defect. All patients have been evaluated pre-operatively, at 6 months, 1, 2, 3 and 4 years postoperatively (WOMAC and VAS scores). The initial total WOMAC score was reduced by 83% at 6 months, 90% at 12 months and 87% at 4 years. The initial VAS score was reduced by 78% at 6 months, 82% at 12 months and 83% at 4 years. All the scores, including total and sub-scores, statistically improved in all followups compared to preoperative data. Our results showed an improvement of clinical outcomes and pain after the microfractures technique has been combined with the use of a hydrogel scaffold, which have been maintained at 4 years follow-up.
Authors and Affiliations
Pipino Gennaro, Borghi Raffaele, Vaccarisi Davide C, Mardones Rodrigo, Giardini Piero, Alessio Giai Via, Indelli Pier Francesco
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- EP ID EP698974
- DOI http://dx.doi.org/10.46889/JCMR.2021.2107
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