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Osteochondritis dissecans
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Overview
In osteochondritis dissecans, a loose piece of bone and cartilage separates from the end of the bone because of a loss of blood supply. The loose piece may stay in place or fall into the joint space, making the joint unstable. This causes pain and feelings that the joint "sticks" or is "giving way." Osteochondritis dissecans usually affects the knees and elbows.[1]
References
- Osteochondritis dissecans. American Family of Family Physicians. http://familydoctor.org/online/famdocen/home/articles/488.printerview.html. Accessed June 3, 2009.
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Selected Full-Text Journal Articles
- Hixon A, Gibbs L. Osteochondritis dessicans: A diagnosis not to miss. American Academy of Family Physicians. 2000. Available at: http://www.aafp.org/afp/20000101/151.html