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Synovial Chondromatosis Surrounding the First Metatarsophalangeal Joint: A Case Report
Jay D Ryan1, Caitlin Garwood1, Jessica Lickiss2
1Inova Fairfax Hospital, Fairfax, VA (JDR, JL)MedStar Georgetown Hospital, Washington DC (CG).
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Synovial chondromatosis is a benign synovial tumor that rarely occurs in the foot. We present a case of a 36-year-old male who underwent surgical excision of primary synovial chondromatosis of the first metatarsophalangeal joint. This report also presents a review of the literature related to synovial chondromatosis of the foot. Currently in the literature, this pathology has been described as occurring in multiple locations in the foot and ankle. Synovial chondromatosis can occur primarily or secondarily in diseased joints. Treatment is based on the phase of disease, with a goal to decrease pain and arthritis, and increase mobility. Surgical techniques used for foot and ankle synovial chondromatosis have been adapted from larger joints where the condition is more prevalent. Further case studies are needed to formulate a treatment protocol for foot and ankle synovial chondromatosis, but successful surgical excision was found in this case report.
Levels Of Evidence:
Therapeutic, Level IV: Case study.
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