Osteoarthritis : Diagnosis, Treatment and Surgery

Osteoarthritis is one of the most debilitating diseases affecting millions of people worldwide. However, there is no FDA approved disease modifying drug specifically for OA. Surgery remains an effective last resort to restore the function of the joints. As the aging populations increase worldwide, t...

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Other Authors: Chen, Qian (Editor)
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Published: IntechOpen 2012
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