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What isosteochondritis dissecans ?
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Joint damage: Often from trauma, common in the knee where compression damages bone in the tibial plateau. Paiful presentation as bone resorbs due to loss of blood supply leaving cartilage in the area unsupported. Usually requires surgery to repair and relieve pain.
Answered 7/8/2012
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