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Joseph George1, Nirvin Paul2, Raghavendra Kaganur2
1Department of Orthopaedics, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Mandiram Hospital, Puthuppally, Kottayam, Kerala, India.
Journal of Orthopaedic Case Reports
|May 16, 2023
Summary
Synovial chondromatosis, a rare condition causing cartilage growth in the ankle joint, was diagnosed in a patient with chronic pain. Surgical excision successfully treated this uncommon benign neoplastic disorder.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Neoplastic Disorders
Background:
- Synovial chondromatosis is a rare benign neoplastic disorder characterized by the formation of intra-articular cartilaginous nodules from the synovium.
- This condition can lead to the presence of numerous loose bodies within the joint, causing pain and dysfunction.
Observation:
- A 42-year-old female presented with an 8-year history of left ankle discomfort and edema, worsening over the past two years.
- Clinical and radiological assessments confirmed synovial chondromatosis of the left ankle joint.
Findings:
- Synovial chondromatosis of the ankle is an infrequent presentation of a synovial neoplasm in this specific anatomical location.
- The case highlights the diagnostic challenge and successful management of this rare condition.
Implications:
- Early consideration of synovial chondromatosis is crucial when evaluating patients with monoarticular synovitis, especially in unusual locations like the ankle.
- Surgical excision is a viable treatment option for symptomatic synovial chondromatosis of the ankle joint.
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