Current Concept in Cartilage Treatment

This book comprehensively covers all aspects related to cartilage tissue damage and its treatment – a fast and constantly evolving field.  

Enriched by a wealth of images it presents basic and clinical research as well as evidence-based clinical practice. The authors explore anatomy, biomechanics, classification, imaging and several different treatment options. Readers will further gain knowledge about the use of cells, scaffolds, auto- and allografts, gene therapy as well as 3D printing. Prevention, physical therapy, rehabilitation and return to sports complement the book.

Published in collaboration with the Turkish Sports Injuries Arthroscopy and Knee Surgery Association (TUSYAD) this book is a valuable reference tool for orthopedists, sports physicians and residents alike.

Mehmet E. Erdil is a Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology based in Istanbul and the founder of Orthomax Clinic. He previously held faculty positions at Acıbadem University, Istanbul Medipol University, and Bezmialem Vakıf University. He earned his M.D. and completed residency at Istanbul University, followed by a research fellowship at the University of Pittsburgh in sports medicine. His clinical focus includes knee surgery, cartilage repair, meniscus pathology, sports injuries, and arthroplasty. He has authored numerous scientific publications, contributed to orthopaedic textbooks, and serves on editorial boards and scientific committees.

Mehmet Emin Şimşek is a Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Lokman Hekim University in Ankara. He completed medical school at Erciyes University and residency at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University. His main fields include knee surgery, cartilage restoration, meniscal pathology, sports injuries, and arthroplasty. He has published widely in international journals, contributed book chapters, and participates in the editorial process of an international textbook. Dr. Şimşek serves on scientific committees of national orthopaedic societies, lectures at national and international meetings, and is active in cadaveric surgical training.

Taha Kızılkurt is an Associate Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Istanbul University, Istanbul Faculty of Medicine. He obtained his medical degree from Marmara University and completed residency at Istanbul University, later earning national board certification from TOTEK. His clinical and academic interests include sports traumatology, knee, shoulder, and hip surgery, arthroscopy, hip preservation, fracture management, and joint reconstruction. He has authored numerous international publications and textbook chapters and serves as an editor, editorial board member, and reviewer for orthopaedic journals. He frequently presents at scientific meetings and contributes to resident training.

M. Uğur Mermerkaya is a Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology at Lokman Hekim University Ankara Hospital. He graduated from Hacettepe University Faculty of Medicine and completed residency at the same institution. He pursued advanced training in sports traumatology and arthroscopic surgery in Munich and Zurich. His clinical focus includes trauma surgery, sports injuries, arthroscopic procedures, and primary and revision arthroplasty. Prof. Mermerkaya has published extensively, authored book chapters, and served as speaker and instructor at national and international courses. He previously served on the board of TUSYAD and is a member of multiple orthopaedic societies.

Mustafa Akkaya is a Professor of Orthopaedics and Traumatology with a PhD in Musculoskeletal and Regenerative Medicine. He completed his medical training, residency, and doctoral studies at Ankara Yıldırım Beyazıt University. His clinical expertise includes knee and hip arthroplasty, complex revision surgery, infections, sports traumatology, and regenerative orthopaedics. He has published extensively in high impact journals and contributed chapters to leading textbooks. Prof. Akkaya has participated in EU funded projects, holds a patented surgical instrument, and completed fellowships at renowned centers including Helios ENDO Klinik, ATOS Clinic, and Rizzoli Institute. He serves on editorial boards and contributes to academic and professional societies.