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PIGMENTED VILLONODULAR SYNOVITIS A Comprehensive Review and Proposed Treatment Algorithm
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PIGMENTED VILLONODULAR SYNOVITIS A Comprehensive Review and Proposed Treatment Algorithm

Stephen R. Stephan, Brandon Shallop, Richard Lackman, Tae Won B. Kim and Mary K. Mulcahey
JBJS reviews, v 4(7)
05 Jul 2016
PMID: 27509331

Abstract

Life Sciences & Biomedicine Science & Technology Surgery
Evidence now exists suggesting a neoplastic origin for pigmented villonodular synovitis, including a thorough description of the translocations involved. Arthroscopic excision for localized pigmented villonodular synovitis allows for both minimal recurrence and morbidity when compared with open excision; however, open excision still plays an important role in treating posterior compartment nodules. The optimal surgical treatment for diffuse pigmented villonodular synovitis is still a matter for debate, with combined anterior arthroscopic and open posterior excision being considered the preferred method. Radiation therapy has re-emerged as an additional treatment method for pigmented villonodular synovitis; however, the potential for serious toxicity makes it a questionable option, especially for such a benign condition. Small molecule and monoclonal antibody targeted therapies are being investigated as novel treatment methods for pigmented villonodular synovitis, with promising results.

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