关节镜下肘关节滑膜软骨瘤病的诊断和治疗

目的探讨肘关节滑膜软骨瘤病的临床特点及关节镜术在该病诊断和治疗中的应用价值、操作要点及临床疗效。方法 1997年1月～2007年1月15例肘关节滑膜软骨瘤病患者行关节镜下清理术,术前所有患者均有不同程度的疼痛及活动受限,10例患者有关节绞锁病史。术中采用多入路结合清除关节内游离体及病变滑膜。采用改良HSS肘关节评分作为疗效评定标准。结果 15例患者随访2.5～12年(平均5.6年)。肘关节平均伸屈活动范围从术前的(85.6±11.3)°提高到术后的(121.2±10.1)°。肘关节疼痛、肿胀症状减轻,关节绞锁消失。改良HSS评分由术前的(48.2±13.6)分提高到术后的(79.8±12.5)分。6例患者非常满意,7例满意,2例不满意,满意率为86.7%。结论关节镜下关节清理术治疗肘关节滑膜软骨瘤病可取得良好效果,适当的入路选择、规范的镜下操作和病变滑膜的彻底清除是影响疗效和预防复发的关键。     

关节镜手术治疗肘关节滑膜软骨瘤病

目的 初步报告肘关节镜治疗肘关节滑膜软骨瘤病的临床疗效.方法 2007年1月至2009年2月,我科共对15 例肘关节滑膜软骨瘤病的患者施行了关节镜手术,随访12 例,其中男8 例,女4 例;年龄16～65 岁,平均26.5 岁.结果 随访时间1～3年,本组手术前后参照Mayo肘关节评分系统,对所有患者均进行评分,肘关...     

Diagnosis and Arthroscopic Treatment of Primary Synovial Chondromatosis of the Shoulder

Primary synovial chondromatosis of the shoulder is a rare condition. We present the case of a 24-year-old man with a 6-month history of right shoulder pain and decreased range of motion. Computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging findings led us to the diagnosis of synovial chondromatosis of the shoulder. Arthroscopy revealed loose bodies in the glenohumeral joint, the biceps tendon sheath, and the subscapularis recess. Active intrasynovial proliferation of the axillary pouch was noted. All loose bodies were removed arthroscopically, and partial synovectomy was performed. Histologic examination confirmed the diagnosis of primary synovial chondromatosis. We recommend arthroscopic treatment for synovial chondromatosis of the shoulder because of low morbidity and early functional return.     

Synovial chondromatosis of the elbow

Synovial chondromatosis is an uncommon disorder with rare occurrence in the elbow. Case reports in the literature for elbow synovial chondromatosis have described presenting symptoms secondary to peripheral nerve compressions or localized bursitis. We discuss a case of synovial chondromatosis of the elbow that presented as an isolated soft-tissue mass over the radial head-more suggestive of a soft-tissue tumor than of synovial chondromatosis.     

关节镜下诊断与治疗滑膜软骨瘤病

目的：探讨关节滑膜软骨瘤病在关节镜下的表现、诊断要点、治疗及疗效分析。方法：本组24例,共26个关节,其中膝关节23个,肘关节2个,踝关节1个;男17例,女7例,男女比例2．4：1;年龄18－73岁,平均53岁。均行关节镜检查镜下软骨瘤取出及病变滑膜切除,并描述了该病在关节镜下的表现形式（滑膜表面型;滑膜层包裹型;关节囊纤维层包裹型;游离体型）和处理方法。结果：22例24个关节获得了平均24．5个月随访,未见复发,关节功能均好于术前,效果满意。仅有2例遗漏了2个游离体,无其它并发症。结论：关节镜下游离体摘除和滑膜切除术是治疗滑膜软骨瘤病的良好方法。     

The role of arthroscopy in the management of synovial chondromatosis of the shoulder. A case report

A case of synovial chondromatosis of the shoulder is reported in a 28-year-old man with long-standing shoulder pain after a remote episode of trauma. Although plain roentgenograms were normal, arthrograms revealed the characteristic findings of synovial chondromatosis. Treatment consisted of arthroscopic removal of multiple cartilaginous loose bodies and partial synovectomy. Synovial chondromatosis of the shoulder treated with arthroscopic debridement and synovectomy rather than traditional open arthrotomy seems not to have been reported previously.     

Arthroscopic treatment of synovial chondromatosis of the knee

Between 1971 and 1987, arthroscopy was performed in 39 patients with synovial chondromatosis of the knee; 29 of these patients (32 knees) were followed an average of 3.5 years. A good result was obtained in 78% of the cases. Removal of loose bodies was the only treatment in 31 of the 32 knees. A synovectomy was performed in one case. No synovectomies were performed secondarily. Only three patients required a second arthroscopic procedure. The essential prognostic factor for a good functional result is the condition of the femorotibial cartilage. We concluded that simple arthroscopic removal of cartilaginous bodies without synovectomy is the treatment of choice for synovial chondromatosis of the knee.     

Synovial Chondromatosis of the Shoulder

Articular synovial chondromatosis is a rare disease commonly affecting the knee, hip or elbow, and characterised by the formation of metaplastic cartilaginous foci in the synovium. A case of synovial chondromatosis affecting the shoulder joint is now reported because of the extreme rarity of the disease in this situation.     

Synovial chondromatosis of the elbow in a child

Synovial chondromatosis is cartilaginous metaplasia of mesenchymal remnants of synovial tissue of the joints. Its main characteristic is the formation of cartilaginous nodules in the synovium and inside the articular space (loose bodies). It usually presents between the third and fifth decades and is rare in children. It presents as a mono-articular pathology affecting large joints such as the knee, hip, and elbow. The main symptoms are pain, swelling, and limitation of movements in the affected joint. Diagnosis is made by panoramic radiographs, computed tomography scan, and mainly magnetic resonance imaging and on surgery. The authors describe of synovial chondromatosis presenting in the elbow of an 11 year-old girl which is unreported to the best of our knowledge.     

Recurrence of synovial chondromatosis of the glenohumeral joint after arthroscopic treatment

A case of primary synovial chondromatosis of the shoulder in a 15-year-old girl is presented. Plain radiographs revealed findings characteristic of synovial chondromatosis. The patient was treated by arthroscopic loose body removal and arthroscopic partial synovectomy of the glenohumeral joint. Although immediate postoperative radiographs showed no calcification in the joint, repeated radiographs at 18 months after surgery revealed recurrence of calcification in the subacromial space. Arthroscopic removal of all loose bodies and partial synovectomy appears to be a good method of giving symptomatic relief and early return to work. However, late recurrence should be anticipated.     

Arthroscopic Treatment of Synovial Chondromatosis of the Ankle

We report a case of synovial chondromatosis of the ankle joint, which has been successfully treated with arthroscopic removal of loose bodies and synovectomy, with the patient immediately returning to school and activities of daily living. Recovery after arthroscopic debridement and loose body removal is much shorter in comparison with arthrotomy, and there is no need of immobilization postoperatively.     

关节镜下治疗髋关节滑膜软骨瘤的临床疗效

目的总结关节镜下治疗髋关节滑膜软骨瘤的方法及临床疗效。方法 2009年7月-2011年6月,对15例髋关节滑膜软骨瘤于关节镜下行滑膜清理和游离体摘除术。男11例,女4例;年龄21～45岁,平均33.1岁。左髋6例,右髋9例。病程12～43个月,平均23个月。主要临床症状为患侧髋关节活动受限、胀痛。疼痛视觉模拟评分(VAS)为(5.8±1.1)分,髋关节活动度为(149.8±27.5)°,Harris评分为(54.5±13.3)分。结果术后切口均Ⅰ期愈合。患者均获随访,随访时间6个月～2年,平均17.4个月。末次随访时VAS评分为(2.0±1.2)分,髋关节活动度为(258.3±35.4)°,Harris评分为(93.0±18.7)分,以上指标均较术前显著改善,差异有统计学意义(P<0.05)。随访期间MRI检查示均无复发。结论关节镜下治疗髋关节滑膜软骨瘤创伤小,术后恢复快,可最大程度恢复髋关节功能和活动度。     

Arthroscopic surgery for synovial chondromatosis of the hip: a report of two cases

We have used arthroscopy in the treatment of synovial chondromatosis of the hip joint. Two patients complained of pain of the hip joint that was aggravated by weight bearing. On admission, range of motion of the affected hip joints was slightly restricted. At hip arthroscopy, osteochondral loose bodies were removed from the joint and partial synovectomy was performed. Histologic examination revealed synovial chondromatosis. Pain relief was obtained in both patients postoperatively.     

髋关节滑膜软骨瘤病的关节镜下治疗

[目的]探讨关节镜治疗髋关节滑膜软骨瘤病的方法和疗效,初步提出髋关节滑膜软骨瘤病的镜下分型。[方法]自2001年3月～2008年5月本院收治髋关节滑膜软骨瘤病患者21例,其中男15例,女6例;手术时年龄17～49岁,平均32.4岁;左侧9例,右侧12例。采用关节镜技术取出游离体并行滑膜切除术。病变位于外周间室者术中放松牵引进行手术,对于髋臼窝病变,需要借助弧形刨削刀和可折弯射频。[结果]所有患者术后症状缓解,MRI显示关节积液减少或消失,随访时间11个月～8年,平均45个月,Harris评分由术前的56.2分增加至随访时92分,疗效优良率85.7%。随访期内未见复发。[结论]髋关节镜治疗原发性髋关节滑膜软骨瘤创伤小、术后功能恢复快、效果满意。髋关节滑膜软骨瘤病的镜下分型可以指导手术操作并避免遗漏病变。     

Primary synovial chondromatosis of the elbow

Very few cases of primary synovial chondromatosis of the elbow have been reported in the literature. This is a study concerning the late outcome of primary synovial chondromatosis in the elbows of 12 patients, 10 men and 2 women, with a mean follow-up of 16 years 10 months. The average age at the time of the initial complaint was 29 years. The histories of 10 patients revealed elbow strain as a consequence of work-related activities. Surgery included removal of loose bodies and partial synovectomy in all patients. A moderate to severe osteoarthritis was found preoperatively in 5 of 12 patients and during follow-up in 7 of 10 patients. The degree of osteoarthritis deteriorated after surgery in 5 of these cases, depending on patient age, length of presurgical history, length of follow-up, and strenuous activities. However, the functional deficiencies were usually moderate and had little significance with respect to the activities of daily living. No recurrence of primary synovial chondromatosis was found.     

Synovial chondromatosis of the shoulder.

Articular synovial chondromatosis is a rare disease commonly affecting the knee, hip or elbow, and characterized by the formation of metaplastic cartilaginous foci in the synovium. A case of cynovial chondromatosis affecting the shoulder joint is now reported because of the extreme rarity of the disease in this situation.     

Synovial chondromatosis of the shoulder associated with osteoarthritis: conservative treatment in two cases and review of the literature

Periarticular synovial chondromatosis associated with osteoarthrosis is a rare condition that is more frequently seen in the lower extremity than in the upper extremity. In patients who have synovial chondromatosis of the joints of the lower extremity and are symptomatic, the traditional method of treatment has included open or arthroscopic synovectomy and removal of loose bodies. In cases involving the upper extremity, especially in the shoulder, patients have variable disability and may be treated successfully without surgery. Two patients who presented to our practice with shoulder symptoms due to synovial chondromatosis were treated successfully without surgery. In both patients nonoperative treatment consisting of activity modification, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication, and cryotherapy as needed led to a good result without surgical intervention.     

Recurrent synovial chondromatosis of the knee after radical synovectomy and arthrodesis

We describe a case of highly refractory synovial chondromatosis, which recurred despite four arthroscopic synovectomies, a chemical synovectomy, two open synovectomies and an arthrodesis. A review of the literature revealed one similar case. Both presented with marked joint stiffness suggesting a poor prognosis. Although arthrodesis may relieve short-term symptoms it does not prevent further recurrence of disease.     

Stones around bones! atypical giant synovial chondromatosis: a rare case report

We report a case of a 56-year-old man with painless synovial chondromatosis presenting as extremely large masses with smooth surfaces at the suprapatellar region on both side related to the right knee joint. The large masses at the suprapatellar region both in the medial and in the lateral aspect of the knee along with restriction of movements were the main complaints reported by the patient. Plain X-ray studies revealed punctate calcifications anteriorly and on both sides of the knee joint. Surgery was performed subsequently which showed multiple rocky hard giant chondroid masses around the knee without any nodularity. Synovial chondromatosis usually present with small nodular masses, but in our case the masses were very large and had smooth surfaces which were very unusual. After 6 months following the surgery, the patient had full range of motion and no complaints. We suggest that synovial chondromatosis may present as huge masses with smooth surfaces which can mimic as tumors. The Surgeon should be aware of this pattern of appearance of synovial chondromatosis.