Over the past two decades, orthopaedics has gone through major changes, principally in the surgical treatment options for articular defects of the knee. This paper explores the advantages and shortcomings of the current surgical treatment modalities for cartilaginous defects in the knee. Emphasis is placed on current techniques in knee arthroplasty, including a view on the future of orthopaedic knee surgery.
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