Synovial chondromatosis

A review of the literature and report of two cases

Authors

  • ST Rangoako
  • EJ Raubenheimer
  • K Mafeelane

Keywords:

synovium, chondromatosis, knee joint

Abstract

Synovial chondromatosis is a rare benign condition which develops in the synovial tissue of a joint, bursa or tenosynovial sheath. It is characterised by formation of cartilaginous nodules which may enlarge and grow into larger masses. Although radiological imaging contributes to a differential diagnosis, a final diagnosis can only be established with histological examination.

Meticulous examination of the lesions is essential in ruling out sarcomatous change. We present a review of the literature and report two cases of synovial chondromatosis of the knee joints diagnosed over a ten-year period in the orthopaedic unit of a tertiary hospital serving mainly an urban- and peri-urban population sample.

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Published

2017-09-01