作者: G. M. McCarthy
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-642-60026-5_11
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摘要: The presence of intra-articular calcium-containing crystals such as basic calcium phosphate (BCP) (hydroxyapatite, octacalcium phosphate, tricalcium phosphate) and pyrophosphate dihydrate (CPPD) is strongly linked to osteoarthritis. basis cartilage damage by has been the subject numerous investigations. are thought either initiate degenerative process or amplify ongoing degeneration. However, controversies persist concerning relationship between degeneration despite ample data in support their role [1].