Giant Cell Tumour of the Tenosynovium - An Unusual Cause for Locking of the Knee Joint
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2015, Vol 3, Issue 2
Abstract
Giant cell tumour of the synovial membrane or tendon sheath also called localised nodular synovitis are benign soft tissue masses typically found on flexor surfaces of the hand and wrist [1] . More common in males with an average age of presentation 30-50yrs [2] .Histologically comprising of histiocytes bearing lipids and hemosiderin remnants with variable number of multinucleate giant cell, Collagen strands and xanthomatous cells covered by smooth lining of synovial tissue.
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Dr. Buchupalli Bharath Reddy
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