Scanning Electron Microscopy of Normal and Abnormal Articular Cartilage and Synovium

Abstract

The scanning electron microscope, because of its great depth of focus, high [See figure in the PDF file] degree of resolution, and ease of specimen preparation, is most adaptable to surface study of articular tissue. Our preliminary studies of normal and pathological articular cartilage and synovium, while limited, have revealed striking morphologic differences in these tissues and justifies further study by this method.