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    J Pathol. 1977 Apr;121(4):213-7.

    Long-term results of superficial defects in articular cartilage: a scanning electron-microscope study.

    Abstract

    Superficial defects produced in rabbit articular cartilage were studied with the scanning electron microscope over a period of 2 yr. It would appear that at first a new layer of matrix forms on the injured surface but that this is abraded away by joint movement so that even after 2 yr the defect does not heal. In some instances the general articular surface developed superficial fissures, deep ravines, and foci of fibrillation.

    PMID:
    874638
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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