Your doctor may deliver your maci implant through a mini arthrotomy or through a minimally invasive arthroscopic option During the maci implant procedure, your surgeon will prepare your knee by removing the damaged cartilage The maci implant is shaped to match the defect, then placed and secured Maci (autologous cultured chondrocytes on porcine collagen membrane) is made up of your own (autologous) cells expanded and placed onto film that can be absorbed back into your own tissue. The amount of maci applied depends on the size of the cartilage damage The maci film is trimmed by your surgeon to match the size and shape of the damage, to ensure the damaged area is completely covered.
Maci is a third generation aci that repairs damaged knee cartilage Learn about how maci and aci differ. The maci implant is shaped to match the defect, then placed and secured. To help assist you prior to and throughout your maci procedure, the my maci app is an excellent resource for personalized guidance on how to prepare, what to expect, and how to make the best of your rehabilitation program. − the maci surgical implantation kit may be used to assist with maci knee surgery via arthrotomy − the maci arthroscopic instruments may be used to assist with arthroscopic delivery
