Presentation
60 years old male with chronic knee pain. No history of trauma.
Patient Data
Age: 60 Years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Mucoid degeneration of the ACL








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- mucoid degeneration of the ACL with increased signal intensity alternating with its normal hypointense fibers giving the characteristic "celery stalk appearance".
- mild degenerative changes of the articular cartilage with mild subchondral degenerative marrow changes.
- degenerative tear of the PHMM with increased intra-meniscal signal with disruption of the articular surface. Intact AHMM and lateral meniscus .
- intact PCL and collateral ligaments.
- mild joint effusion.
Case Discussion
Features consistent of mucoid degeneration of the ACL. There is also degenerative joint disease with mild joint effusion as well as degenerative tear of the PHMM.