Chuck, the autologous chondrocyte implantation is a different procedure.
In ADCT procedure they harvest nucleus cells during a discectomy. They send these cells to a lab to culture 20 times more than harvested. Months later, they pressure test your annulus. If the annulus holds pressure, they'll insert the freshly cultured nucleus cells. I've seen some pretty impressive films of successful patients.
In the Dascor procedure, they evacuate the disc space endoscopically. They insert a balloon and fill it with a flexible polymer that will remain contained by the balloon and will function as a replacement nucleus. Also interesting technology. I've seen several presentations about it at NASS and SAS. I hope it's as promising as it seems.
Mark
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