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Degenerative Osteoarthritis of the Knee
The main problem in osteoarthritis is degeneration of the articular cartilage that covers the joint. This results in areas of the joint where bone rubs against bone. Bone spurs may form around the joint as the body's response.
Common Forms of Knee Arthritis
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Provides a good overview of Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis for patients and thier families.
Arthritis of the Knee
AAOS Online Service Fact SheetArthritis of the Knee
Osteoarthritis
Detailed sections include: Clinical Presentation, Treatments, Pathophysiology, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Guidelines. References. Published by the Division of Rheumatology, Johns Hopkins University.
Osteotomy and unicompartmental knee arthroplasty
AAOS Online Service Fact SheetOsteotomy and unicompartmental knee arthroplasty
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