Cartilage defects occur in approximately 12% of the population and can result in significant function impairment and reduction in quality of life. Evidence for the variety of surgical treatments available is inconclusive. This study aimed to compare the clinical outcomes of patients with symptomatic cartilage defects treated with matrix-induced autologous chondrocyte implantation (MACI or microfracture (MF). Included patients were >or= 18 and

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Prospective case control study with no control group, Level III.

The PLT has a substantial effect on passive stability at a present lateral ligament lesion in ankle sprain trauma. A deficiency in viscoelastic properties of the peroneus longus tendon must be considered in diagnostic and treatment for ankle instability.