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How Can Synovial Osteochondromatosis In Knee And Baker S Cyst Be Treated?

Hello I have been told i have synovial osteochondromatosis in my left knee, i have had arthroscopy in right knee almost a year ago through, arthritis/tear/baker s cyst. Should i be concerned this may be cancernous (i am under the impression it is a mass of little bones (thought to be bening tumours).
Thu, 10 Jan 2019
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Hi,

It is a non cancerous and harmless condition. Consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. You might require an arthroscopic repair or open surgery to get better results.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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How Can Synovial Osteochondromatosis In Knee And Baker S Cyst Be Treated?

Hi, It is a non cancerous and harmless condition. Consult an orthopedician and get evaluated. You might require an arthroscopic repair or open surgery to get better results. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician