Chondrocytes, Autologous Cultured (Implantation-Local)
Brand Names : Carticel
CategoryDescriptionAutologous cultured chondrocytes (aw-TOL-a-gus KUL-tured KON-droe-sites) are used, as part
of an overall program that includes knee surgery and special exercises, to
help repair damaged knee cartilage. Cartilage is a type of tissue that joins
together and helps support parts of the body. Autologous cultured chondrocytes
are the patient's own cartilage cells. The cells are removed from the patient
and sent to a laboratory, where they are processed to increase their number.
The cells are then implanted (placed) in the damaged part of the knee. After
implantation, the chondrocytes help form new, healthy cartilage.
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