Synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint with extension to the middle cranial fossa
A rare case of synovial chondromatosis with extension to the middle cranial fossa is reported. Synovial chondromatosis, a benign disorder characterized by multiple cartilaginous, free-floating nodules that originate from the synovial membrane is not exclusive to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Th...
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doaj-fd95c37a37a944de96073b553ed9c5542020-11-24T22:44:25ZengWolters Kluwer Medknow PublicationsJournal of Postgraduate Medicine0022-38590972-28232005-01-01512122124Synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint with extension to the middle cranial fossaMupparapu MA rare case of synovial chondromatosis with extension to the middle cranial fossa is reported. Synovial chondromatosis, a benign disorder characterized by multiple cartilaginous, free-floating nodules that originate from the synovial membrane is not exclusive to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This condition is commonly seen in the axial skeleton and can involve multiple joints. In this case, synovial chondromatosis of the TMJ led to complete bony erosion of the glenoid fossa extending into the middle cranial fossa. Although plain radiographs showed the involvement of the joint, Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) provided more detailed information about the lesion in all three dimensions. This case demonstrates the value of CT and MRI in both the diagnosis and treatment planning. A review of previously reported cases of synovial chondromatosis with cranial extensions is included. http://www.jpgmonline.com/article.asp?issn=0022-3859;year=2005;volume=51;issue=2;spage=122;epage=124;aulast=MupparapuSynovial chondrometaplasiaOsteochondromatosisTemporomandibular jointIntracranial extension |
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Synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint with extension to the middle cranial fossa |
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Synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint with extension to the middle cranial fossa |
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Synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint with extension to the middle cranial fossa |
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Synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint with extension to the middle cranial fossa |
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Synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint with extension to the middle cranial fossa |
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synovial chondromatosis of the temporomandibular joint with extension to the middle cranial fossa |
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Wolters Kluwer Medknow Publications |
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Journal of Postgraduate Medicine |
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0022-3859 0972-2823 |
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2005-01-01 |
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A rare case of synovial chondromatosis with extension to the middle cranial fossa is reported. Synovial chondromatosis, a benign disorder characterized by multiple cartilaginous, free-floating nodules that originate from the synovial membrane is not exclusive to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). This condition is commonly seen in the axial skeleton and can involve multiple joints. In this case, synovial chondromatosis of the TMJ led to complete bony erosion of the glenoid fossa extending into the middle cranial fossa. Although plain radiographs showed the involvement of the joint, Computed Tomography (CT) and Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) provided more detailed information about the lesion in all three dimensions. This case demonstrates the value of CT and MRI in both the diagnosis and treatment planning. A review of previously reported cases of synovial chondromatosis with cranial extensions is included. |
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Synovial chondrometaplasia Osteochondromatosis Temporomandibular joint Intracranial extension |
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