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This is one manifestation of osteochondrosis, and involves '''retention of cartilage cores''' at the articular surface.

This is one manifestation of osteochondrosis, and involves '''retention of cartilage cores''' at the articular surface.

White, wedge-shaped areas of retained cartilage are found in the metaphysis. Clefts lead to the separation of cartilage from bone and the formation of '''flaps or free joint mice''' which may interfere with joint function.

White, wedge-shaped areas of [[Retained Cartilage Cores|retained cartilage]] are found in the metaphysis. Clefts lead to the separation of cartilage from bone and the formation of '''flaps or free joint mice''' which may interfere with joint function.

This condition may lead to [[Angular Limb Deformity|angular limb deformities]] and [[Degenerative Joint Disease|degenerative joint disease]] and may be present together with '''synovitis'''.

This condition may lead to [[Angular Limb Deformity|angular limb deformities]] and [[Degenerative Joint Disease|degenerative joint disease]] and may be present together with '''synovitis'''.