Bruggeman Nicholas B, Sperling John W, Shives Thomas C
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota 55905, USA.
Arthroscopy. 2005 May;21(5):633. doi: 10.1016/j.arthro.2005.02.009.
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.
