Condition
Chondromalacia Patellae
Dermatology
Overview
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.
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Quick facts about Chondromalacia Patellae
- Topic type
- Condition
- Category
- Dermatology
- MeSH classification
- C05.182.100|C17.300.182.100
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Source: Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), produced by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. EuroCareFinder is not endorsed by the National Library of Medicine. MeSH version: 2026.