Biology PYQ 138 of 227 · Skeletal & Muscular System

Biological resurfacing is a recent surgical technique used to treat problems of

  1. AKnee joints
  2. BAnkle joints
  3. CHip joints
  4. DVertebral joints

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Correct answer: (a) Knee joints

Explanation

Biological resurfacing replaces or covers damaged cartilage with biological tissue to restore a smooth bearing surface in a joint.

It is used to treat cartilage defects of the knee joint, especially in younger patients, to delay full joint replacement.

Unlike a metal arthroplasty, it promotes regrowth of cartilage-like tissue on the joint surface.

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