Chondromalacia Patellae
A degeneration of the ARTICULAR CARTILAGE of the PATELLA, caused by a decrease in sulfated MUCOPOLYSACCHARIDES in the ground substance. When accompanied by pain, it is sometimes considered part of or confused with PATELLOFEMORAL PAIN SYNDROME.
Year introduced: 2005
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Tree Number(s): C05.182.100, C17.300.182.100
MeSH Unique ID: D046789
Entry Terms:
- Patella, Chondromalacia Of
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