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Bruggeman, Nicholas B.

A5031891621 | I1330342723

Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic

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Arthroscopic Technique for Treatment of Synovial Chondromatosis of the Glenohumeral Joint

Arthroscopy | May 20, 2005 | Volume: 21 | Issue: 5 | Pages: No page available

10.1016/j.arthro.2005.02.009 | PMID 15891738

Abstract Synovial chondromatosis of the shoulder has been treated in the past with an open arthrotomy, removal of loose bodies, and synovectomy. Several authors have described arthroscopy as a means of treating this rare disorder because of the excellent visualization of the glenohumeral joint, decreased morbidity, and early rehabilitation potential. This article offers a technique in which a large‐bore cannula and high pressure and flow are used to facilitate the removal of loose bodies from the joint.