CT findings in synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint

The purpose of this report is to document an additional case of synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint and to present its radiological features with emphasis on the CT findings. It should be stressed that the value of the radiologic examination primarily depends on the extent of calc...

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Published in:	Journal of computer assisted tomography Vol. 11; no. 5; p. 898
Main Authors:	Casselman, J W, Demeulemeester, L, Bossuyt, M, Deschepper, C G, Lemahieu, S F
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-09-1987
Subjects:	Calcinosis - diagnostic imaging Calcinosis - pathology Chondroma - diagnostic imaging Chondroma - pathology Humans Male Middle Aged Synovial Membrane - pathology Temporomandibular Joint Disorders - diagnostic imaging Temporomandibular Joint Disorders - pathology Tomography, X-Ray Computed
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Summary:	The purpose of this report is to document an additional case of synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint and to present its radiological features with emphasis on the CT findings. It should be stressed that the value of the radiologic examination primarily depends on the extent of calcification of the loose, intraarticular particles.
ISSN:	0363-8715
DOI:	10.1097/00004728-198709000-00032