Synovial chondromatosis of shoulder

Case contributed by Praveen Jha
Diagnosis probable

Presentation

Pain in shoulder

Patient Data

Age: 30
Gender: Male

Multiple intra-articular loose bodies are seen in the left shoulder.

Case Discussion

In view of relatively younger age group, and lack of degenerative changes, primary synovial chondromatosis was considered. Typical appearance excludes any other differential, however, the shoulder is relatively uncommon site.

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