Synovial chondromatosis in the radiocarpal joint

A rare case of synovial chondromatosis involving the radiocarpal joint is described. Histologic examination revealed a cartilaginous loose body and mildly inflamed synovium. Histologic differentiation of this condition from synovial chondrosarcoma can be difficult because of the frequent finding of...

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Published in:	The American journal of orthopedics (Belle Mead, N.J.) Vol. 24; no. 2; p. 159
Main Authors:	Taras, J S, Meadows, S E
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	United States 01-02-1995
Subjects:	Biopsy Carpal Bones - diagnostic imaging Carpal Bones - surgery Chondromatosis, Synovial - diagnostic imaging Chondromatosis, Synovial - pathology Chondromatosis, Synovial - surgery Female Humans Middle Aged Radiography Radius - diagnostic imaging Radius - surgery Synovial Membrane - pathology
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Summary:	A rare case of synovial chondromatosis involving the radiocarpal joint is described. Histologic examination revealed a cartilaginous loose body and mildly inflamed synovium. Histologic differentiation of this condition from synovial chondrosarcoma can be difficult because of the frequent finding of nuclear atypia. Surgical excision is recommended.
ISSN:	1078-4519