CHONDROMATOSIS OF THE TEMPOROMANDIBULAR-JOINT

Synovial chondromatosis is a rare pathological condition that usually affects large joints but can affect the temporomandibular joint. The d isease typically manifests itself with signs and symptoms similar to i nternal derangement. The disease is characterized by free-floating or attached cartilaginous bodies in the joint space. In this article, the authors present a case of synovial chondromatosis and discuss its pat hological process. They also discuss diagnostic approaches and current treatment.