Osteochondritis Dissecans

A type of osteochondritis in which articular cartilage and associated bone becomes partially or totally detached to form joint loose bodies. Affects mainly the knee, ankle, and elbow joints.

Year introduced: 1991(1985)

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Tree Number(s): C05.116.791.668

MeSH Unique ID: D010008

Entry Terms:

• Dissecans, Osteochondritis

Previous Indexing:

• Osteochondritis (1966-1984)

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Diseases Category
Musculoskeletal Diseases
Bone Diseases
Osteochondritis
Osteochondritis Dissecans