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. 1988 Nov;70(5):807-11.
doi: 10.1302/0301-620X.70B5.3192585.

Synovial chondromatosis

H Maurice  1 , M Crone, I Watt
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Synovial chondromatosis

H Maurice et al. J Bone Joint Surg Br. 1988 Nov.

Abstract

We reviewed 53 cases of synovial chondromatosis and compared their clinical, radiological and pathological features. A radiological diagnosis is possible with increasing frequency as the disease progresses; in the early phase arthrography is helpful. Radiologically the disease may be classified as either extra-articular, or intra-articular; the intra-articular variety may be localised or generalised. Recurrence after operation was seen in 11.5% and was much the same after either synovectomy or simple removal of loose bodies. A protocol for treatment is proposed.

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