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Pathology of the synovium
1Department of Pathology, Vancouver General Hospital, British Columbia, Canada.
American Journal of Clinical Pathology
|November 9, 2000
Summary
This review covers synovial tissue, its normal anatomy, and various pathological conditions. It details proliferative disorders, cartilaginous lesions, crystal deposition diseases, and the tissue response to arthroplasty materials.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Pathology
- Rheumatology
Background:
- Synovium is specialized mesenchymal tissue crucial for the locomotor system.
- It is susceptible to unique pathological processes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the normal microscopic anatomy of synovium.
- To discuss various synovial pathological conditions.
- To describe the response of synovial tissues to arthroplasty materials.
Main Methods:
- Review of normal synovial microscopic anatomy.
- Discussion of synovial proliferative disorders.
- Review of intrasynovial cartilaginous lesions and crystal deposition diseases.
- Description of synovial tissue response to foreign materials in arthroplasty.
Main Results:
- Detailed review of synovial anatomy and pathology.
- Comprehensive overview of synovial proliferative disorders, cartilaginous lesions, and crystal deposition diseases.
- Description of synovial tissue's reaction to implanted arthroplasty materials.
Conclusions:
- Synovium is a key tissue for locomotor function and prone to specific pathologies.
- Understanding synovial disorders and its response to implants is vital for joint health.
- This review provides a comprehensive overview for clinicians and researchers.