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Osteochondritis Dissecans
Medical Definition: | 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. |
Previously Indexed: | Osteochondritis (1966-1984) |
Osteochondritis Dissecans Medical Definitions and Terms
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