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European partnership for autologous chondrocyte implantation

Objectif

Injuries to the articular cartilage of major joints are difficult to treat and with time can lead to osteoarthritis. The proposal is to support the further collaboration of six European partners to improve and to extend the tissue engineering technique of autologous chondrocyte implantation (ACI) for the long-term repair of articular cartilage defects. This has the potential to improve the activity and quality of life of the individual and to reduce the long-term costs of healthcare across the European Community. Central to the proposal is the establishment of a common database of patient symptoms, surgical and biological variables and outcome measures, together with a regular Intranet link over which the data will be discussed. The concerted action will deliver harmonized guidelines on patient selection and surgical technique, and recommendations for good laboratory practice in autologous cell culture. Further objectives are to enhance training, develop skills and to encourage the development of ACI in new European centres.

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UNIVERSITY OF KEELE
Contribution de l’UE
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Adresse
Gobowen
SY10 7AG OSWESTRY
Royaume-Uni

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