Autologous cartilage-cell implantation
Autologous chondrocyte implantation
A treatment to repair damage in the articular cartilage of your knee
About cartilage-cell implantation
The aim of the implantation is to allow you to return to your old lifestyle; regaining mobility, returning to work and even playing sports again. It forms part of a clinical research project.
Need to know
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What happens during cartilage-cell implantation? icon plus
The technique requires two operations. The first is to take a sample of normal cartilage cells from your knee joint. A sheet of new cartilage is then grown in our laboratory. The second is to re-implant and resurface the cartilage defects within your knee joint. -
How to prepare for surgery icon plus
Your consultant will tell you how best to prepare for this procedure. -
After surgery icon plus
Following implantation you will have a period of restricted weight-bearing on your affected leg for up to eight weeks. During this time an intensive course of physiotherapy will be recommended.
A return to physical activities usually takes about six months, with a full return to physical sports taking between nine and twelve months based on your recovery rate.
Our knee surgery consultants
Our locations
From complex orthopaedic surgery to diagnostic tests and procedures, we provide exceptional orthopaedic care across our network of hospitals, outpatient centres and specialist clinics.
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The Wellington Hospital
Wellington Place
St John's Wood
London NW8 9LE
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London Bridge Hospital
27 Tooley Street
London
SE1 2PR
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The Lister Hospital
Chelsea Bridge Road
London
SW1W 8RH
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The Princess Grace Hospital
42-52 Nottingham Place
London W1U 5NY
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HCA UK at The Wilmslow Hospital
52-54 Alderley Road
Wilmslow
Cheshire SK9 1NY
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The Harley Street Clinic
35 Weymouth Street
London W1G 8BJ
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HCA UK at The Shard
The Shard
32 St Thomas Street
London SE1 9BS
Request a knee appointment
We're happy to help you make an appointment with one of our experienced knee consultants. We can also make imaging and outpatient physiotherapy appointments for you.
Call us today
020 7079 4344