Elbow Synovial Fold Syndrome

Abstract

We present the case of a 17 year old female with elbow synovial fold syndrome (aka plica synovialis). The etiology is thought to be related to repetitive microtrauma resulting in thickening of normal elbow synovial folds. Associated symptoms typically worsen over time, particularly with increasing exercise and motion. While radiographs are unrevealing, MR imaging will show a thickened plica, oftentimes with secondary signs of plica impingement. The following report reviews presentation, pathophysiology, characteristic imaging findings and current treatment options for elbow synovial fold syndrome.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 2007
Accession Number
ADA528568

Entities

People

  • Amit Sanghi
  • Justin Q. Ly
  • Les R. Folio
  • R. J. Bush

Organizations

  • Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Marrow
  • Health Services
  • Information Operations
  • Joints (Anatomy)
  • Military Medicine
  • Musculoskeletal Diseases
  • Physical Examination (Medicine)
  • Radiology
  • Wounds And Injuries

Fields of Study

  • Medicine

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