synovial chondromatosis


chondromatosis

 [kon″dro-mah-to´sis] formation of multiple chondromas.synovial chondromatosis a rare condition in which cartilage is formed in the synovial membrane of joints, tendon sheaths, or bursae, sometimes becoming detached and producing a number of loose bodies.

syn·o·vi·al chon·dro·ma·to·sis

chondromatosis or osteocartilaginous nodules occurring in the synovial membrane of a joint. Synonym(s): synovial osteochondromatosis

Reichel,

P., Reichel syndrome - swelling and motion limitation of knee, hip, elbow, or shoulder. Synonym(s): synovial chondromatosis