Synovial chondromatosis in the distal interphalangeal joint.

Harvey, F J; Negrine, J · J Hand Surg Am · 1990

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A case of synovial chondromatosis of the distal interphalangeal joint of the long finger with an 8-year follow-up is presented. The lesion recurred 4 years after simple synovectomy, requiring a second operation with arthrodesis.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy