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Also known as: PVNS.
PVNS is rare, benign (non-cancerous, non-spreading) slowly growing tumor of the synovium. The synovium is a layer of tissue that lines joints and tendons of the body. PVNS is frequently found in the knee or hip joint.
The precise cause of the disease is unknown, however some gene mutations have been identify associated with PVNS.
Pain and swelling are common-other symptoms include stiffness, joint instability, trouble moving the joint with locking or catching of the joint.
Surgery to remove excess tissue and repair any damage to the joints or tendons is the common treatment for pigmented villonodular synovitis. Recurrences may occur.
Reviewed by: Jack Wolfsdorf, MD, FAAP
This page was last updated on: August 21, 2019 03:38 PM