Which mechanism contributes to osteoarthritis following meniscus removal?

💡 Explanation

Meniscus removal increases localized joint stress, causing elevated chondrocyte apoptosis rate. Consequently, cartilage degrades more rapidly, leading to osteoarthritis, rather than crystal deposition or immune complex reactions in the synovial fluid.

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