Synovial chondromatosis
Synovial Chondromatosis
Synovial Chondromatosis (pronunciation: sih-NO-vee-ul kon-dro-ma-TOE-sis) is a rare, non-cancerous condition that involves the formation of benign cartilaginous nodules in the synovium of a joint, bursa or tendon sheath.
Etymology
The term 'Synovial Chondromatosis' is derived from three Greek words: 'synovia', meaning 'like an egg', 'chondros', meaning 'cartilage', and 'matos', meaning 'liable to change'.
Symptoms
The most common symptoms of Synovial Chondromatosis include pain, swelling, and stiffness in the affected joint. In some cases, a lump may be felt in the joint.
Diagnosis
Diagnosis of Synovial Chondromatosis typically involves a physical examination, medical history, and imaging tests such as X-ray, MRI, or CT scan.
Treatment
Treatment options for Synovial Chondromatosis include physiotherapy, pain management, and in severe cases, surgery to remove the nodules and affected synovium.
Related Terms
- Synovium
- Cartilage
- Joint
- Bursa
- Tendon Sheath
- X-ray
- MRI
- CT scan
- Physiotherapy
- Pain Management
- Surgery
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Synovial chondromatosis
- Wikipedia's article - Synovial chondromatosis
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