cartilage
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Because sharks possess skeletons made of cartilage, their bodies rarely fossilize.
From Science Daily
If doctors suspect you have had a stroke, developed a tumor, or torn cartilage in your knee, they’ll likely prescribe an MRI.
From Science Magazine
He developed new procedures, like microfracturing, a treatment for injuries to the anterior cruciate ligament in which small cracks are made in the underlying bone, facilitating cartilage growth and a more rapid recovery.
From New York Times
He popularized microfracture knee surgery, a technique used to repair cartilage by poking tiny holes near the defective area.
From Seattle Times
Was there damage to a muscle, joint or cartilage?
From Seattle Times
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