Knee surgery for cartilage damage does not benefit patients
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- Category: Science
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-29 17:00 UTC
- Sources: The Guardian Science
A 10-year study suggests that knee surgery for cartilage damage may not benefit patients and could lead to worse outcomes. The research found that patients who underwent surgery had poorer knee function and worse osteoarthritis after 10 years.
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