How Do Fibrochondrocytes Differ from Chondrocytes and Fibroblasts?
Fibrochondrocytes exhibit characteristics of both chondrocytes and fibroblasts. While chondrocytes are typically found in hyaline cartilage and primarily produce type II collagen, and fibroblasts are found in connective tissues producing type I collagen, fibrochondrocytes produce both types of collagen. Additionally, fibrochondrocytes have a spindle-shaped morphology similar to fibroblasts but also exhibit matrix production features akin to chondrocytes.
