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Have knee cartilage damage. one doc wants to do microfracture but another says oats--allograft kind. how do i decide?
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No right answer : Both can work might want to get a third opinion or even more.
Answered 6/12/2013
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Microfracture: Microfracture is appropriate for any defect less than 1 cm. Oats allograft is appropriate for any defects greater than two and 1/2 cm. Autograft oats is usually appropriate in between these sizes. Try discussing your options with your surgeon. Best of luck!
Answered 6/11/2013
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