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Stanford scientists crack cartilage regrowth, offering alternative to joint replacements

Stanford researchers reported that they regrew cartilage in the lab, a result that could eventually let patients repair worn joint tissue instead of undergoing full joint replacement surgery. The work has not reached human trials, so no clinical treatment or timeline exists yet. Joint replacement remains the current option for advanced cartilage loss.

Source: Stanford scientists crack cartilage regrowth, offering alternative to joint replacements — r/UpliftingNews

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