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Editorial
. 2013 Feb;65(2):310-3.
doi: 10.1002/art.37724.

Valgus alignment and lateral compartment knee osteoarthritis: a biomechanical paradox or new insight into knee osteoarthritis?

Thomas P Andriacchi
Editorial

Valgus alignment and lateral compartment knee osteoarthritis: a biomechanical paradox or new insight into knee osteoarthritis?

Thomas P Andriacchi. Arthritis Rheum. 2013 Feb.
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Figure 1
Figure 1
The cartilage thickness map illustrates the thicker cartilage in the lateral compartment relative to the medial compartment. In addition the steep gradient of the thickness distribution illustrated by the black contour lines on the lateral side indicate a more focal areas of thickness
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