The condition known as osteochondritis dissecans may develop when blood supply to the area at the end of the bone is interrupted. This might not cause any symptoms if the affected bone and its covering of cartilage stay in place. If a fragment progressively loosens and separates, it may provoke pain. Osteochondritis dissecans can occur in different joints, including the elbow, hip and ankle. The knee is most commonly affected.
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What Is Osteochondritis Dissecans? What Causes Osteochondritis Dissecans?
