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Development of articular cartilage: what do we know about it and how may it occur?
Connective tissue research - 1 Jan 2000
Pacifici M, Koyama E, Iwamoto M, Gentili C
Abstract excerpt
Articular cartilage has a fundamental role in joint function. While much is known about its structure, organization and biomechanical properties, there is a very poor understanding of how articular chondrocytes develop during embryogenesis and acquire the unique ability to organize and maintain the articular tissue. Given that articular cartilage forms in close juxtaposition with the joint, here we review past...
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