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Unveiling the Truth About Microfracture Surgery: Your Questions AnsweredIs microfracture surgery still a viable option for cartilage repair in modern orthopedics? This article addresses common questions about microfracture surgery, including its limitations, long-term outcomes, and suitability for different patients. It explores more advanced alternatives such as ACI and MACI, and discusses how cartilage repair has evolved beyond microfracture…Is microfracture surgery still a viable option for cartilage repair in modern orthopedics? This article addresses common questions about microfracture surgery, including its limitations, long-term outcomes, and suitability for different patients. It explores more advanced alternatives such as ACI and MACI, and discusses how cartilage repair has evolved beyond microfracture surgery with regenerative medicine innovations. The article also questions the logic and effectiveness of relying on a bone healing response to repair cartilage. It concludes by emphasizing the importance of understanding microfracture surgery's limitations and considering patient-specific factors when choosing the most suitable treatment approach.
