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The use of arthrography in the diagnosis of temporomandibular joint synovial chondromatosis
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K K Matsumoto *   , T Sato , S Iwanari , S Kameoka , H Oki , K Komiyama , K Honda |
| Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology, School of Dentistry, Nihon University, Tokyo, Japan/Division of Advanced Dental Treatment, Dental Research Center, School of Dentistry, Nihon University, Tokyo, Japan |
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Abstract: (1672 Views) |
Synovial chondromatosis (SC) involving the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is very rare and can occur in either or both cavities. Differentiation of the affected cavity in SC is therefore as important as making the diagnosis. This report presents a case of SC in which both cavities were thought to be affected, but arthrography using cone beam CT (CBCT) allowed us to see that involvement was limited to the superior joint cavity. In addition, we describe the usefulness of arthrographic CBCT for diagnosis and treatment planning in SC of the TMJ.
Source: DentoMaxilloFacial Radiology Full Text |
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| Keywords: synovial chondromatosis, temporomandibular joint, arthrography, cone beam computed tomography |
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Type of Study: case report |
Subject:
Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology
Received: 2013/07/17 | Accepted: 2013/07/17 | Published: 2013/07/17
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