Chondroplasty is an option in cases of mild to moderate cartilage wear. During arthroscopy the loose cartilage flaps and debris within the knee are removed using an arthroscopic shaver. Great care is taken to avoid damaging normal cartilage.
Short Term Investments as Current Assets on the Balance Sheet. These are investments that a company plans to sell shortly or can be sold to provide cash. These short-term investments aren't as readily available as money in a checking account but they provide added cushion if some immediate need were to arise.
Definition. Cash and Short Term investments is the sum of two balance sheet line items: cash and equivalents and short term investments in marketable securities. Cash and short term investments are considered very liquid assets. For instance, if a company needs immediate liquidity, cash and short term investments can be be quickly used. Cash and short term investments are frequently used in liquidity ratios.