Presentation
The patient presents with pain and limitation of motion in the left temporomandibular joint.
Patient Data
Age: 55 years
Gender: Male
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MRI shows a fluid-filled mass expanding the joint space and multiple loose bodies. Post-contrast T1W sequence demonstrates peripheral enhancement representing thickened synovium.
Case Discussion
Synovial chondromatosis is an uncommon, benign monoarticular disorder characterized by synovial metaplasia with the intra-articular proliferation of cartilaginous nodules originating from the synovial membrane. The condition affecting most often the knee joint.