Localized pigmented villonodular synovitis of the ankle: Expect the unexpected

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• 作者：Ozren Kubat ; MD^a ; ^{ozren.kubat@gmail.com} ; Ivan Bojanić ; MD ; PhD^a ; ^b ; ^{artroboj@yahoo.com} ; Tomislav Smoljanović ; MD ; PhD^a ; ^b ; ^{drsmoljanovic@yahoo.com}
• 关键词：Pigmented villonodular synovitis ; Ankle ; Arthroscopy ; Surgery ; Orthopedics
• 刊名：Foot and Ankle Surgery
• 出版年：2017
• 出版时间：March 2017
• 年：2017
• 卷：23
• 期：1
• 页码：68-72
• 全文大小：2256 K
• 卷排序：23

文摘

PVNS of the ankle is seen more often than reported. Ankle complaints warrant a structured diagnostic algorithm. Arthroscopy is an excellent option for treating LPVNS of the ankle joint. Complete resection of the altered synovial tissue is paramount to avoid recurrence. Pathohistological examination has the final say in determining the diagnosis.