Anatomical study: comparing the human, sheep and pig knee meniscus

Abstract Background Animal models are commonly used in investigating new treatment options for knee joint injuries including injuries to the meniscus. The reliability and applicability of these models to replicate findings in humans depends on determining the most suitable animal proxy. Therefore, t...

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Main Authors: Talal Takroni, Leila Laouar, Adetola Adesida, Janet A. W. Elliott, Nadr M. Jomha
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2016-01-01
Series:Journal of Experimental Orthopaedics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40634-016-0071-3