Computerized tomography scan evaluation after fresh osteochondral allograft transplantation of the knee correlates with clinical outcomes
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DOI: 10.1007/s00264-022-05373-6
Abstract: To determine the correlation between the assessment computed tomography osteochondral allograft (ACTOCA) scoring system and clinical outcomes scores. The hypothesis was that the ACTOCA score would show sufficient correlation to support its use in clinical… read more here.
Keywords: fresh osteochondral; osteochondral allograft; correlation; actoca ... See more keywords
Fresh osteochondral allograft transplantation for knee full-thickness articular cartilage lesions using femoral head of living donors: short-term results
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DOI: 10.1007/s00402-024-05413-3
Abstract: Fresh osteochondral allograft transplantation is a good treatment option of cartilage defects. However, this treatment option is not available in all countries due to limited graft availability and tissue banks limitations. The purpose of this… read more here.
Keywords: living donors; fresh osteochondral; osteochondral allograft; allograft transplantation ... See more keywords
Viable Osteochondral Allograft for the Treatment of a Full-Thickness Cartilage Defect of the Patella
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2017.06.034
Abstract: Isolated cartilage defects can lead to significant pain and disability, prompting the development of a number of options for restorative treatment. Each method has advantages and limitations, and no single technique has gained widespread use.… read more here.
Keywords: full thickness; treatment; treatment full; osteochondral allograft ... See more keywords
Fresh Osteochondral Allograft Transplantation for Uncontained, Elongated Osteochondritis Dissecans Lesions of the Medial Femoral Condyle
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2018.10.023
Abstract: Osteochondritis dissecans (OCD) lesions of the knee are a significant source of pain and disability. Although the pathologic process for this condition remains poorly understood, histologic studies suggest vascular insufficiency of the subchondral bone may… read more here.
Keywords: femoral condyle; medial femoral; lesions medial; osteochondral allograft ... See more keywords
Arthroscopic-Assisted Osteochondral Allograft Transplantation for Posterolateral Lesions of the Talus Without Fibular Osteotomy
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DOI: 10.1016/j.eats.2018.11.009
Abstract: Osteochondral lesions of the talus are chondral defects often caused by acute trauma to the ankle such as sprains and fractures. If operative treatment is necessary, microfracture, cartilage replacement, and autologous chondrocyte implantation can be… read more here.
Keywords: fibular osteotomy; osteochondral allograft; arthroscopic assisted; lesions talus ... See more keywords
Osteochondral Allograft Transplantation and Osteochondral Autograft Transfer
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DOI: 10.1053/j.otsm.2018.06.007
Abstract: Cartilage defects commonly occur in young, active patients and can be debilitating injuries with patients experiencing significant pain and swelling. Clinical diagnosis is made using a combination of patient history, physical exam, imaging, and diagnostic… read more here.
Keywords: osteochondral allograft; autograft transfer; allograft transplantation; osteochondral autograft ... See more keywords
Patient Factors, Donor Age, and Graft Storage Duration Affect Osteochondral Allograft Outcomes in Knees with or without Comorbidities
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DOI: 10.1055/s-0036-1584183
Abstract: &NA; Limited data exists defining preoperative variables that affect outcomes after osteochondral allograft transplantation (OAT) in the knee. In this retrospective study, we examined 75 patients who underwent OAT for large (≥2 cm2) grade IV… read more here.
Keywords: graft storage; storage duration; age; osteochondral allograft ... See more keywords
Iron Chelators Augment Large Osteochondral Allograft Osseointegration in a Preclinical Canine Model
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DOI: 10.1097/bot.0000000000002881
Abstract: Supplemental Digital Content is Available in the Text. OBJECTIVES: Osteochondral allograft transplantation (OCAT) can be a successful joint restoration treatment option for large post-traumatic articular defects but is still associated with significant revision and failure… read more here.
Keywords: canine model; preclinical canine; osseointegration; oca osseointegration ... See more keywords
Clinical Outcomes after Revision of Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation to Osteochondral Allograft Transplantation for Large Chondral Defects: A Comparative Matched-Group Analysis
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DOI: 10.1177/1947603519833136
Abstract: Objective Osteochondral allograft transplantation (OCA) is a well-established procedure for patients with symptomatic cartilage defects in the knee. Revision to OCA after prior failed cartilage repair has shown similar clinical outcomes as primary OCA; however,… read more here.
Keywords: clinical outcomes; revision oca; large chondral; osteochondral allograft ... See more keywords
Quality and Variability of Physical Therapy Protocols Varies Widely for Osteochondral Allograft Transplantation of the Femoral Condyles.
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DOI: 10.1177/19476035221073999
Abstract: OBJECTIVE To assess the quality and variability of osteochondral allograft (OCA) transplantation rehabilitation protocols associated with academic orthopedic programs in the United States. DESIGN A systematic review was performed to collect all publicly available online… read more here.
Keywords: rehabilitation; quality variability; rehabilitation protocols; osteochondral allograft ... See more keywords
The Literature that Commercial Insurance Payers Use to Substantiate Knee Osteochondral Allograft Policies Are of a Low Level of Evidence
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DOI: 10.1177/19476035241276859
Abstract: Objective The purpose of this study is to analyze how the largest insurance companies support their medical necessity policies regarding osteochondral allograft transplantation (OCA) and to determine whether the literature they cite in their policies… read more here.
Keywords: insurance companies; level evidence; commercial insurance; medical necessity ... See more keywords