Changes in joint lubrication with the degree of meniscectomy and osteochondral junction integrity

Qin Li; Saeed Miramini; David W. Smith; Bruce S. Gardiner; Lihai Zhang

doi:10.1016/j.triboint.2023.108940

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Changes in joint lubrication with the degree of meniscectomy and osteochondral junction integrity

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Changes in joint lubrication with the degree of meniscectomy and osteochondral junction integrity

Qin Li, Saeed Miramini, David W. Smith, Bruce S. Gardiner and Lihai Zhang

Tribology international, Vol.189, 108940

2023

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.triboint.2023.108940

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Abstract

This study focuses on the relationship between meniscectomy and osteochondral junction health, and their integrity on cartilage lubrication. Using a previously published multi-component joint computational model, we explored the impact of increasing degree of meniscectomy and osteochondral flow conductivity on joint lubrication. Results suggest a greater effect of meniscectomy on joint lubrication when the osteochondral junction is healthy. However, the impact is less pronounced when the osteochondral junction is already diseased due to compromised lubrication capability. This research provides a first-time quantitative analysis of this interaction, which highlights the importance of adequately evaluating the osteochondral junction’s condition before meniscectomy surgery. It also suggests that reducing post-surgery activity level may be beneficial for patients with diseased junctions undergoing meniscectomy.

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Title: Changes in joint lubrication with the degree of meniscectomy and osteochondral junction integrity
Authors/Creators: Qin Li - The University of Melbourne
Saeed Miramini - The University of Melbourne
David W. Smith - The University of Western Australia
Bruce S. Gardiner - Murdoch University, Centre for Molecular Medicine and Innovative Therapeutics
Lihai Zhang - The University of Melbourne
Publication Details: Tribology international, Vol.189, 108940
Publisher: Elsevier Ltd.
Identifiers: 991005605569807891
Copyright: © 2023 The Authors.
Murdoch Affiliation: School of Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry and Physics
Language: English
Resource Type: Journal article

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Citation topics: 1 Clinical & Life Sciences; 1.34 Orthopedics; 1.34.255 Osteoarthritis
Web Of Science research areas: Engineering, Mechanical
ESI research areas: Engineering