Chondromalacia Patellae
MESHD046789
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.
Synonyms
- Patella, Chondromalacia Of
Source last updated 2026-05-24T15:25:08.068Z