Cartilage is a type of tissue that joins together and helps support parts of the body.
Autologous cultured chondrocytes are the patient's own cartilage cells. The cells are removed from the patient and sent to a laboratory, where they are processed to increase their number. After implantation, the chondrocytes help form new, healthy cartilage. In deciding to use a product or procedure, the risks must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make.