chondral
Chondral irregularity refers to abnormalities or inconsistencies in the cartilage surface of a joint. This can manifest as roughness, thinning, or deformation of the cartilage, potentially leading to pain and impaired joint function. Such irregularities are often assessed through imaging studies and can be indicative of conditions like osteoarthritis or cartilage injuries. Treatment may vary based on severity and underlying causes.
Chondral disease in the superior lateral humeral head is disease of the cartilage in the ball of the upper arm bone that fits in the shoulder joint. The location of this disease on the ball is the top of the side of the ball.
Moderate chondral thinning refers to the wearing down or reduction in thickness of the cartilage (chondral tissue) covering the ends of bones in a joint. This can occur due to factors like aging, overuse, or trauma, and may lead to pain, stiffness, and reduced joint function. In moderate cases, there may be some damage to the cartilage but not yet severe enough to require surgical intervention.
The Latin term for ribs is costae.
Chondral loss involving the posterior central aspect of the tibial plafond indicates damage to the cartilage at the back and center of the shinbone where it connects to the ankle joint. This can lead to pain, swelling, and limited range of motion in the ankle joint. Treatment may involve rest, physical therapy, and possibly surgery in severe cases.
Intra-articular loose bodies are chondral (cartilage), osseous (bone) or osteochondral (bone and cartilage) fragments located within the joint cavity.
Intra-articular loose bodies are chondral (cartilage), osseous (bone) or osteochondral (bone and cartilage) fragments located within the joint cavity.
Chondral erosion in the posterior tibial plafond refers to the damage or wear of the cartilage covering the tibial plafond, which is the lower surface of the tibia that articulates with the ankle joint. This condition can result from various factors, including trauma, degenerative conditions, or inflammatory diseases. The erosion can lead to joint pain, decreased mobility, and potential arthritis if not addressed. Treatment may involve conservative management, such as physical therapy, or surgical interventions in more severe cases.
Combining forms for cartilage are: chondr/i or chondr/o
According to SOWPODS (the combination of Scrabble dictionaries used around the world) there are 1 words with the pattern C--ND-A-. That is, eight letter words with 1st letter C and 4th letter N and 5th letter D and 7th letter A. In alphabetical order, they are: chondral
~ CHONDR~ prefix or root to denote id+ | DOTS or GRANULES GRANULE GRISTLE | see> MITOCHONDRIA or CHONDRIOSOME from gr MITO = THREAD CHONDROS DOT or GRANULE like ~ CHONDRAL gr CHONDROS = CARTILAGE biol> CARTILAGE or CHONDRAL TISSUE SHOWS NUCLEI AS LITTLE GRANULES OR INCLUSIONS ~ CHONDRIOSOME or MITOCHONDRIA biol> A MITOCHONDRION IS AN INTRA CELLULAR ORGANELLE SIMILAR TO THREAD OF GRANULES THEY ARE THE PRINCIPAL SITE OF ENERGY GENERATION WHERE FOODSTUFF IS OXIDATED med> MANY HUMAN DISORDERS ARE CAUSED BY MITOCHONDRIAL DEFECTS eg some forms of MUSCLE DYSTROPHY BLINDNESS etc ~ CHONDRO~ prefix to denote CARTILAGE ~ CHONDROBLAST gr BLASTOS = SHOOT or BUD med> CELL THAT GIVES RISE TO CARTILAGE ~ CHONDRODENDRON gr DENDRON = TREE med> CELL TYPE WITH LONG PROCESSES ~ CHONDROGENESIS gr GENESIS = ORIGIN or SOURCE of CARTILAGE ~ CHODROID gr EIDOS = APPEARANCE or LOOK LIKE CARTILAGE