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Comparison of the results after the first treatment (first year followup) in the two groups
| Results | Steroid group (143) | DBM + CM group (41) | p value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cyst healing rate (Neer I, II) | 30 (21) | 24 (58.5) | < 0.0005 |
| Failures | 91 (63.6) | 10 (24.3) | < 0.0005 |
| Fracture | 24 (16.7) | 5 (12.2) | NS |
| No response to treatment (Neer IV) | 67 (46.8) | 5 (12.2) | < 0.0005 |
DBM = demineralized bone matrix; BMC = bone marrow concentrate; NS = not significant.
