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Chondromalacia Definition
Common names:
  • Chondromalacia
  • Knee Condromalacia
  • Patella Femoral Syndrome
A person with chondromalacia has breakdown and softening of the cartilage underneath the knee cap, which results in swelling and pain in the knee. Images

Chondromalacia is most commonly caused by overuse or injury of the knee.

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Last Updated: Sep 13, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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