Abstract |
We describe a case of highly refractory synovial chondromatosis, which recurred despite four arthroscopic synovectomies, a chemical synovectomy, two open synovectomies and an arthrodesis. A review of the literature revealed one similar case. Both presented with marked joint stiffness suggesting a poor prognosis. Although arthrodesis may relieve short-term symptoms it does not prevent further recurrence of disease.
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Authors | J S Church, W H Breidahl, G C Janes |
Journal | The Journal of bone and joint surgery. British volume
(J Bone Joint Surg Br)
Vol. 88
Issue 5
Pg. 673-5
(May 2006)
ISSN: 0301-620X [Print] England |
PMID | 16645119
(Publication Type: Case Reports, Journal Article, Review)
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Topics |
- Adult
- Arthrodesis
- Chondromatosis, Synovial
(pathology, surgery)
- Female
- Humans
- Knee Joint
(pathology, surgery)
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging
(methods)
- Prognosis
- Recurrence
- Synovectomy
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