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Carcinomatous monoarthritis.

P Kaklamanis, X Yataganas, J Meletis

    Clinical Rheumatology
    |March 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    This case report details carcinomatous monoarthritis of the knee caused by pancreatic cancer. Examining synovial fluid for malignant cells is crucial for diagnosis when biopsies are inconclusive.

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    Area of Science:

    • Oncology
    • Rheumatology
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Pancreatic carcinoma can metastasize to joints, presenting as carcinomatous monoarthritis.
    • Diagnosis can be challenging, especially when primary bone lesions are not evident.

    Observation:

    • A patient presented with left knee monoarthritis attributed to pancreatic carcinoma.
    • Radiographic examination revealed lytic bone lesions.
    • Malignant cells were identified in the synovial fluid of the affected knee.

    Findings:

    • Needle biopsy of the knee synovium did not show cancerous infiltration.
    • Synovial fluid cytology confirmed the presence of malignant cells, indicating metastatic disease.
    • This highlights a rare presentation of pancreatic cancer.

    Implications:

    • Synovial fluid analysis is a valuable diagnostic tool for carcinomatous monoarthritis.
    • Early detection through fluid examination can guide treatment in metastatic pancreatic cancer.
    • This case underscores the importance of considering systemic malignancy in joint effusions.

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