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cartilage thickness measurement

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Quantification of the thickness of cartilage in a joint, most commonly the hip joint, for example using minimal joint space width (mJSW) as a proxy measure. Cartilage thickness is an indicator of joint health, which makes it a suitable biomarker for osteoarthritis.

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Dani Welter

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