Unusual Etiology of shoulder pain: A rare case report of synovial chondromatosis managed arthroscopically

Abstract

Case Background: Synovial chondromatosis is a rare type of benign bone tumour that grows outside the bone. Most people have multiple nodules or tumors in a single joint. The most common place for nodules to form is your knee. Nodules may also affect your elbow, hip or shoulder. This case is of a 46-year-old male who initially presented with right Shouder pain. The patient was ultimately found to have extensive synovial chondromatosis. The diagnosis was confirmed by histopathologic evaluation and treated with loose body removal and radical synovectomy via an arthroscopic approach.Conclusion: Synovial chondromatosis can be successfully treated arthroscopically as it provides intra-articular and extra articular access with early rehabilitation, lesser morbidity, and early recovery.