Synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint accompanied by loose bodies in both the superior and inferior joint compartments: case report

Abstract Synovial chondromatosis (SC) of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a benign lesion characterized by the formation of metaplastic cartilaginous nodules. SC of the TMJ usually only affects the superior joint compartment of the TMJ. The authors report a rare case of SC of the TMJ affecting t...

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Veröffentlicht in:	International journal of oral and maxillofacial surgery 2010-01, Vol.39 (1), p.86-88
Hauptverfasser:	Sato, J, Notani, K.-I, Goto, J, Shindoh, M, Kitagawa, Y
Format:	Artikel
Sprache:	eng
Schlagworte:	Aged Arthroscopy Biological and medical sciences Cartilage - pathology Chondromatosis, Synovial - diagnosis Dentistry Diseases of the osteoarticular system Female Follow-Up Studies Humans Inferior joint compartment Joint Capsule - pathology Joint Loose Bodies - diagnosis Loose body Medical sciences Miscellaneous. Osteoarticular involvement in other diseases Otorhinolaryngology. Stomatology Range of Motion, Articular - physiology Surgery Synovial chondromatosis Synovial Membrane - pathology Temporomandibular joint Temporomandibular Joint Disorders - diagnosis Tumors of striated muscle and skeleton
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Zusammenfassung:	Abstract Synovial chondromatosis (SC) of the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a benign lesion characterized by the formation of metaplastic cartilaginous nodules. SC of the TMJ usually only affects the superior joint compartment of the TMJ. The authors report a rare case of SC of the TMJ affecting the inferior and superior joint compartments.
ISSN:	0901-5027 1399-0020
DOI:	10.1016/j.ijom.2009.07.012