Stem Cell Therapy for Hip Cartilage Lesions: General Concepts and Basic Science

Fig. 1

Autologous mesenchymal stem cell concentrate: (a) autologous bone marrow autograft, (b) centrifugation process with a single spin, and (c) layer separation by a density filter and identification of mononuclear cells layer. (d) Autologous mononuclear cells concentrate – final view

Summary

Hip chondral lesions are a frequent finding in hip arthroscopy for FAI. Treatment is often difficult and insufficient. Novel strategies based on cell regenerative therapy represent an interesting treatment alternative. We reviewed the general concepts of hip chondral lesions treatment and the stem cell background.

In the next part of the chapter, we will discuss different treatment options for hip chondral lesions with the use of mesenchymal stem cells.

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