Osteochondromatosis of the hip Joint. Report of a Cast.

Abstract

Osteochondromatosis of the hip is a rare disease inwhich segments of synovial membrane become cartilaginous. These may calcify or ossify formin- g osteocartilag-inous masses as loose bodies. It occurs most often in young or middle-aged adults and the etiology or the condition is unknown. The diagnosis can be apparent with due consideration on clinical history and proper X-ray examination or the joint. One case or such disease with typical X-ray findings is reported.