We report a primary synovial osteochondromatosis in a 6-year-old male with a 1-year history of shoulder pain and stiffness. The patient underwent surgical treatment, resulting in significant improvement in range of motion and functional status. Primary synovial osteochondromatosis of the shoulder is a rare benign condition that can result in shoulder pain, stiffness, and locking. MRI helps identify these lesions within the affected joint. Removal of loose bodies often alleviates symptoms and allows for improved range of motion with satisfactory results. Level of evidence: IV
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Etemad-Rezaie, A. , Tarchala, M. and Howard, A. (2022). Primary Synovial Osteochondromatosis of the Shoulder in Pediatric Patient: Case Report and Review of the Literature. The Archives of Bone and Joint Surgery, 10(12), 1060-1064. doi: 10.22038/abjs.2022.65716.3174
MLA
Etemad-Rezaie, A. , , Tarchala, M. , and Howard, A. . "Primary Synovial Osteochondromatosis of the Shoulder in Pediatric Patient: Case Report and Review of the Literature", The Archives of Bone and Joint Surgery, 10, 12, 2022, 1060-1064. doi: 10.22038/abjs.2022.65716.3174
HARVARD
Etemad-Rezaie, A., Tarchala, M., Howard, A. (2022). 'Primary Synovial Osteochondromatosis of the Shoulder in Pediatric Patient: Case Report and Review of the Literature', The Archives of Bone and Joint Surgery, 10(12), pp. 1060-1064. doi: 10.22038/abjs.2022.65716.3174
CHICAGO
A. Etemad-Rezaie , M. Tarchala and A. Howard, "Primary Synovial Osteochondromatosis of the Shoulder in Pediatric Patient: Case Report and Review of the Literature," The Archives of Bone and Joint Surgery, 10 12 (2022): 1060-1064, doi: 10.22038/abjs.2022.65716.3174
VANCOUVER
Etemad-Rezaie, A., Tarchala, M., Howard, A. Primary Synovial Osteochondromatosis of the Shoulder in Pediatric Patient: Case Report and Review of the Literature. The Archives of Bone and Joint Surgery, 2022; 10(12): 1060-1064. doi: 10.22038/abjs.2022.65716.3174
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